Newsletter
February 2025
What’s happening in AURA?
🎶 Exciting News! 🎶
We are thrilled to share that our very own
Grade 11 student, Alexander Johnson
has had his music piece selected to be played at the
IB Global University Admissions Conference 2025, taking place
From February 4–6, 2025 across all IB schools worldwide!
This is an incredible honor and a proud moment for our school,
showcasing the talent and creativity fostered through IB learning.
Congratulations, Alexander! Your dedication and passion for music continue to inspire us all.
Introducing Our New AURA Spirit Merchandise – The AURA Jacket!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new AURA Jacket, designed to help you show off your school spirit in style.
Simply reply to this email with:
Payment Options:
Zelle/Venmo/Apple Pay: Send payment to 562-532-8210 (Rica Ella Fae Soledad) or Cash payments are also accepted in person.
Don’t miss out—grab your AURA Jacket while supplies last! Thank you for supporting our school spirit. We can’t wait to see everyone looking amazing in their AURA Jackets!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new AURA Jacket, designed to help you show off your school spirit in style.
- Colors Available: Blue
- Sizes: Small to XXL
- Price: $56 each
Simply reply to this email with:
- Your size
- The quantity you’d like to purchase
Payment Options:
Zelle/Venmo/Apple Pay: Send payment to 562-532-8210 (Rica Ella Fae Soledad) or Cash payments are also accepted in person.
Don’t miss out—grab your AURA Jacket while supplies last! Thank you for supporting our school spirit. We can’t wait to see everyone looking amazing in their AURA Jackets!
AURA’s Diploma Programme Joins CAWS!
We are thrilled to announce that our Diploma Programme is now officially part of The California Association of International Baccalaureate World Schools (CAWS)!
This recognition further solidifies our commitment to providing world-class education and empowering our students to excel in their academic and personal journeys. Being part of CAWS connects us to a larger network of IB World Schools in California, providing additional opportunities for collaboration, growth, and excellence in education.
Get Ready for the Monthly Decorating Task!
We’re excited to announce a fun and creative opportunity for all students—our Monthly Decorating Task! Each month, we’ll be decorating the building to match upcoming events and celebrations.
For example:
- February: Celebrate the month of love with Valentine’s Day-themed decorations!
- March: Bring in the luck of the Irish with St. Patrick’s Day-inspired designs!
This is your chance to unleash your creativity, work together, and make our building and classrooms brighter, more festive, and welcoming. Prepare to engage and show off your artistic side! We can’t wait to see your amazing ideas come to life. Let’s make each month a celebration to remember!
In Our IB Curriculum: Service as Action!
We’re excited to highlight Service as Action, a foundational element of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP). This subject is designed to develop caring and compassionate individuals who take meaningful action to make a positive difference in the lives of others and the environment.
As part of Service as Action, students will participate in:
- Community events
- Fundraising initiatives
- Outreach activities
- And everything in between!
This program encourages students to grow as active, thoughtful members of society while developing important life skills.
Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events and opportunities for students to engage and make a difference! To learn more about Service as Action, visit: https://www.ibo.org/contentassets/901d3baf4a104aea8aaff44364b001e0/service-as-action-claremont-en.pdf
Let’s work together to create meaningful change!
Announcements:
Schedule Update: February 7, 2025 – Pupil Free Day Rescheduled
Please note that the Pupil Free Day originally scheduled for February 7, 2025, will be moved to another day in February due to staff changes. As of now, February 7 will be a regular school day. Please stay tuned for an announcement regarding the new date for the Pupil Free Day.
Study Lab Finalized!
We’re excited to announce that the Study Lab schedule has been finalized and will take place on Tuesdays from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
To help students make the most of their time, Math and Science tutors will be available during each session to provide support and guidance.
Please see the schedule below for details:
| TIME | GRADE LEVEL | SUBJECT FOCUS | TUTOR |
| 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM | 10 | Science | TBD |
| 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM | 11 | Mathematics | Fonzie Nguyen |
| 4:20 PM – 4:40 PM | Break | ||
| 4:40 PM – 5:30 PM | 10 | Mathematics | Fonzie Nguyen |
| 4:40 PM – 5:30 PM | 11 | Science | TBD |
Enforcement of Tardy Policy
To ensure a respectful and productive learning environment for all students and teachers, we are now enforcing a strict tardiness policy.
🔹 Students are not allowed to be late to school. There is a 5-minute grace period, but any student arriving after 8:05 AM will be marked tardy.
🔹 Tardy students must sign the late arrival sheet at the front desk for record-keeping.
🔹 After 3 tardy occurrences, a tardy slip will be issued for the student’s parent/guardian to sign.
🔹 On the 4th occurrence, the student must bring a parent the next day for a meeting with a school administrator, and disciplinary action will be taken.
🔹 If a student needs to arrive late due to a valid reason, parents must inform the Administrative Assistant or School’s Assistant Principal ahead of time.
Let’s work together to help our students develop punctual habits and maintain a respectful learning environment. Thank you for your cooperation! ⏰📚
