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Spotlight: Vice Principal Mina Hosseini's Transformative Leadership at AURA

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Spotlight: Vice Principal Mina Hosseini's Transformative Leadership at AURA
At the heart of the American University Research Academy (AURA) is Vice Principal Mina Hosseini, whose dedication and expertise have been instrumental in shaping the institution's academic excellence.
Mina Hosseini, MS Biomedical

Academic and Professional Background:
Ms. Hosseini holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of New South Wales (UNSW),  Australia's top-ranked engineering school. With over a decade of experience in education, she has made significant contributions to curriculum development and academic leadership in schools in the united states and abroad.
Her journey with the International Baccalaureate (IB) began in 2013, and she has since been a pivotal figure in curriculum development across IB Primary, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs. As an IB Educator Network (IBEN) leader, she not only supports IB schools but also trains leaders on how to implement IB pedagogy effectively. Her work ensures that schools uphold the highest standards of IB teaching and learning.

Pioneering IB Programs at AURA
Under Ms. Hosseini's visionary leadership, AURA successfully launched the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in September 2023 and achieved accreditation for the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in June 2024. Her unwavering commitment to these programs ensures that AURA students receive a holistic education, fostering critical thinking and global awareness.
IB consultants and visiting authorization teams highly commended Ms. Hosseini's exemplary leadership and meticulous preparation, noting her ability to align AURA with IB standards and best practices within a remarkably short timeframe. Her strategic planning and execution were instrumental in securing accreditation and establishing a strong foundation for IB programs at the academy. She is also highly regarded for her ability to work collaboratively with faculty, leading effective collaboration meetings to foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

AURA's Mission and Vision
AURA is dedicated to providing rigorous pathways to health sciences careers through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and language education. The academy's vision emphasizes exemplary learning and limitless possibilities for all students, a philosophy deeply ingrained in its culture.
Ms. Hosseini's leadership continues to inspire both faculty and students, driving AURA's mission to cultivate a community of lifelong learners and responsible global citizens.
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AURA Academy follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework of education. You can learn more about the IB program at ibo.org. The IB framework breaks down education into eight subject groups: language and literature, language acquisition, sciences, mathematics, art, physical and health education, and design.
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