AURORA HIGH SCHOOL THE MCCSC ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL

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AURORA HIGH SCHOOL THE MCCSC
ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL
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SMALL SCHOOL
ENVIRONMENT
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BIG SCHOOL HEART
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Mission Statement

• The mission of Aurora Alternative High School is
  to provide a positive, meaningful learning
  experience for students who have not been
  successful in traditional school settings. We
  are committed to providing a learning experience
  that is academically comprehensive, educationally
  sensitive to the varied learning styles of all
  students, emotionally and socially nurturing to
  all participants in the learning process, in an
  environment conducive to safe and supportive
  learning.

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School Organization

• School Size
• School Day
• School Contract
• Appeal Boards
• Staff Reviews
• School Curriculum
• School Staff

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School Size

• Aurora Alternative High School is home to about
  100 students grades 9-12.
• Average class size is limited to 15 students to
  assure more individual teacher-student contact.
• The small size of the school encourages a feeling
  of belonging in students and staff.

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School Day

• Students attend from 800 AM through 1230 PM
  with two 10 minute breaks, but no passing
  periods.
• The typical school day has 250 instructional
  minutes.
• The staff is available until 315 for individual
  instruction.

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School Contract

• Each academic quarter students read and sign an
  enrollment contract that has the following
  conditions.

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Respect

• The student will treat all members of the Aurora
  community with respect.
• The student should not interfere with the
  learning of others.
• Stealing, cheating, and other forms of dishonesty
  are not tolerated.

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Attendance

• We expect students to make every effort attend
  school every day.
• Students who exceed 5 absences in any class in an
  academic quarter may be dropped from enrollment.

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Alcohol and Other Drugs

• The student is expected to come to school each
  day ready to learn. This means they should not
  be under the influence of alcohol or any other
  drug except those prescribed by a physician
  during the school day.

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Academic Progress

• Students are expected to make progress toward
  their diploma each quarter they are enrolled.
• Students who fail a class may be dropped from
  enrollment.

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Visiting Other MCCSC Schools

• Aurora students are not to visit other MCCSC
  Schools before 3 PM each academic day. You are
  allowed to attend sporting events or other after
  school functions, but remember you are an
  ambassador of Aurora at these events.

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Fighting

• Fighting on or within two blocks of school will
  result in the immediate dismissal of all parties
  involved, with no appeal. Students encouraging
  fighting will be judged just as guilty as those
  physically involved.

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Appeal Boards

• Students who violate rules 1-5 of the student
  contract will go before an appeal board of three
  students and two staff members. The student will
  present reasons for their inability to meet the
  contract. The appeal board will then make
  recommendation to the principal regarding the
  future of the student.

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Staff Reviews

• Students who have been placed on academic
  probation by an appeal board and continue to
  violate the contract go before the staff to
  explain their inability to meet the contract.
  The staff then makes recommendations to the
  principal regarding the future of the student.

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School Curriculum

• Aurora offers students the opportunity to
  complete the Core 40 courses mandated by the
  State of Indiana. These courses are in the areas
  of English, Math, Social Science, Science, Art,
  Health, Physical Education, and School to Work.

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LEARNING BY DOING
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SCHOOL CLIMATE
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WHAT KIDS SAY ABOUT OUR SCHOOL CLIMATE

• Students and teachers share a vision of Aurora as
  a safe and helpful environment.
• Students feel ownership in their school.
• Our academic program fits the needs of the
  students.
• The dedication of teachers, small class size, and
  relaxed atmosphere offer an environment where
  students exceed expectations.

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SCHOOL STAFF

• Tim Fick-Social Studies
• BA Sociology Indiana University
• MA Special Education Indiana University
• 22 Years Experience
• Jan Hagemeyer-School to Work
• BA Sociology Indiana University
• 5 years Experience
• Noel Hanson-Art
• BFA Art San Francisco State University
• 8 years experience

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SCHOOL STAFF (Cont.)

• Chuck Holloway-Principal
• BS Marketing MA Alternative Ed. Indiana
  University
• 15 years experience
• Janet Johnson-English
• BA MA Language Ed. Indiana University
• 5 years experience
• Christie Leonard-Math
• BS Math Ed. Indiana University
• 1 year experience
• Jeff Racy-Science
• Becky Rupert-English

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SCHOOL STAFF (Cont.)

• Sue McCloud-Math
• BS English Ed. MS Math Ed. Indiana University
• 28 years experience
• Jeff Racy-Science
• BS MS Biology Pittsburg State University
• 6 years experience
• Becky Rupert-English
• BA MA English Bowling Green University
• 9 years experience

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SCHOOL SUPPORT STAFF

• Greg Marchant-Social Worker
• Sue Mayer-School Secretary
• Sharon Onkst-School Nurse

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Q Does Aurora offer its own diploma?
• A Yes
• Q Does Aurora have athletic teams?
• A No
• Q Can I get a work permit from someone at
  Aurora?
• A Yes, Jan Hagemeyer.
• Q Do school buses service Aurora?
• A No

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More Frequently Asked Questions

• Q Can I get into college with an Aurora
  diploma?
• A Absolutely, we have alumni currently enrolled
  at Ivy Tech, Vincennnes, and Indiana University.
• Q Are there any opportunities for independent
  study?
• A Yes, contact the teacher that most likely
  would offer that class.

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Enrollment Application

• Mail requests for applications to
  Aurora Alternative High School 524 N.
  Fairview Bloomington, IN 47404
• Our website address is www.aurora.mccsc.edu
• Telephone [phone]
• Fax [phone]

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