2013-2014 Annual Report Mt. Auburn International Academ y

Mt. Auburn International Academy annual report 2013-2014
MAKING A DIFFERENCE ONE CHILD AT A TIME!
2013-2014
Annual Report
MAIA MISSION STATEMENT:
The Mt. Auburn International Academy
(MAIA) will be recognized as a provider of
top quality education to a highly diverse
student body. MAIA will strive to help all
students achieve their full potential, prepare
them for success in college, equip them with
the ability and desire for lifelong learning, and
strengthen their civic, ethical, and moral
values. MAIA will maintain high standards of
efficiency and accountability throughout its
operation.
Member of the SABIS® School Network
The Mt. Auburn International Class of 2014.
MAIA’s 3rd graduating class.
MAIA MARCHING BAND SIZZLES UPON INCEPTION!
The MAIA Marching Bulldogs marching band have been a part of the MAIA family
for seven months and they are making moves!
The 13-14 school year is the inaugural year for Mt. Auburn International Academy’s marching band and the students are very enthusiastic. Most of the members had never touched
an instrument prior to the inception of the Marching Bulldogs, yet, in a mere seven months,
they have progressed from a level 1 out of 10 to a 7 out of 10! The Marching Bulldogs are
working toward mastering instruments such as drums, tubas, trumpets, and trombones. They have marched in the University of Cincinnati’s 2013 homecoming parade as
well as the Central State homecoming parade. They participated and placed 3rd out of 7
bands in the Trotwood Battle of the Bands competition on April 19 and they received a trophy. The band director, Mr. Demarco
Brown, has devoted much of his time,
efforts and talents to making the Marching Bulldogs the best band they can
be. He designed and sewed the dance
team’s uniforms, choreographed the
dance routines and taught the band
members to read sheet music.
He
stresses the value of discipline and dependability and does not tolerate low
grades, poor behavior or laziness. The
MAIA Marching Bulldogs are a wonderful
addition to our family and will continue to
A few members of the band perform at University of Cincinnati
improve
and strive to be their best!
Homecoming.
“If your work is not guided by morality and ethics, your success even if
achieved, will be hollow."
Leila Saad, Chairman, SABIS® School Network
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MT. AUBURN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY ANNUAL REPORT 2013 -2014
THE SABIS® VISION AT MT. AUBURN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
MAKING A DIFFERENCE ONE CHILD AT A TIME!
SABIS AMS® and Periodic Exams:
The core purpose for all SABIS® schools is
to provide an outstanding education that will
help all students reach their full potential.
SABIS® has developed a patented testing
program that assesses students for gaps in
learning. The program incorporates weekly
testing in the form of the SABIS Academic
Monitoring System® (SABIS AMS®) test and
Periodic Exams. Final examinations are
given at the end of each term.
more comprehensive in that they cover material that has been taught over a longer time
SCHOOL WIDE GOALS:
frame. They include short answer, open
 Qualify Students for colleges and uniresponse, and essay questions.
versities.
“As a parent of a MAIA student I am proud to say
my child attends Mt. Auburn. My child has done
nothing but excel in academics as well as extracurricular activities like basketball & baseball. My
child is reading above his grade level and excited
to learn new things every day. The curriculum
here can rival any school and MAIA scores A+ for
young, energetic teachers always willing to go the
extra mile. MAIA Rocks!”- MAIA Lower School
Parent
The multiple choice SABIS AMS® test are
computerized tests, for third grade through
tenth grade, that determine whether students
are learning the essential and important con- "I love the school, it is wonderful. There is great
cepts being taught.
communication between the teachers and parPeriodic Exams follow the same basic format
as the SABIS AMS®; however, they are
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Provide a well rounded education with a
strong focus on English and mathematics: tools for future learning.
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Enable students to acquire understanding of the Spanish language.
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Encourage students to participate in a
variety of activities, including art, music,
and physical education classes.
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Train students in logical reasoning and
critical thinking.
ents. My kids love to get up and go to school
everyday” – MAIA High School Parent
MAIA Ohio Achievement Assessment Data—2013-2014
In preparing to comply with the new Common Core Standards by 2015, the state of Ohio has switched to a new school report card system
during the 2012-2013 academic year. These new report cards contain much of the information found in the older report cards with some
new additions. Due to the new Common Core Standards, there are several elements of the new report card system that have not been fully
implemented yet. These include several school performance measures which will not begin being scored and tracked until the 2015-2016
school year.
The table below shows a summary of the academic achievement of the MAIA students during the 2013-2014 academic year. The percentages denote the percent of students scoring "proficient" or better in a particular subject given their grade level.
ELA MAIA®
MATH MAIA®
3rd
66.7%
71.4%
4th
47.8%
41.3%
5th
45.5%
34.1%
6th
43.8%
37.5%
7th
82.1%
78.6%
8th
72.7%
69.7%
10th
72.7%
72.7%
11th
86.6%
84.6%
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MT. AUBURN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY ANNUAL REPORT 2013 -2014
MAIA INFORMATION, STATISTICS, FINANCES, etc.
Year Opened:
2008
School Type:
Public Charter School
Grades Served:
K-12
Enrollment:
*473
Location of School:
The audited financial statement for FY 2013-14 is
pending finalization by the Ohio State Auditor. Copies of
the report can be requested from the School’s Business Office. Please contact Ed Giese at 513-241-5500.
244 Southern Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219
School Website:
www.maia-sabis.net
Staffing:
Full Time Teachers:
33
Paraprofessionals:
8
Specialists:
5
Part-time Staff:
2
Support Staff:
12
Administration
8
2013-2014 Report Card
Achievement:
Performance Index– D
Some KGA students at 2013-2014 Kindergarten Graduation
Indicators Met– F
Gap Closing:
Annual Measureable Objectives– F
K-3 Literacy– 41.2% , Provisional Data
Progress:
Overall– D
Gifted– NR
Students with Disabilities– C
Lowest 20% in Achievement– F
Graduation Rate:
NR of students graduated in 4 years– NR
75% of students graduated in 5 years– F
Student Demographics:
African-American:
89%
Caucasian:
4%
Hispanic:
1.3%
Asian:
0%
Multiracial:
5.7%
2nd Grade heading to lunch!
Free/Reduced Lunch:
All students receive free breakfast and lunch based on MAIA enrolling
in the Provision 2 Program.
Governing Board:
Mr. Terry Davis—President
Mr. Alex Widener — Treasurer
Ms. Malinda McReynolds—Secretary
Ms. Brandi Stewart– Board Member
Sponsor-Ohio Council of Community Schools
Wendy Rowland—Representative
*This number has been amended from the previous version due to inaccuracy
in reporting the number.
Former NFL player Steve Grant (center) poses with some students
after his motivational speech at MAIA
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2013-2014 PROGRAMS
MT. AUBURN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY ANNUAL REPORT 2013 -2014
SABIS® Student Life Organization
Academic:
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Spanish Offered (Grades 9-12) The SABIS Student Life Organization® (SLO®) is
Math
an integral part of the SABIS® Educational System
Science
and an important part of every school day. Emphasizing the acquisition of 'life skills' through realEnglish
life experiences, the SLO® is a student-led society
Social Studies
that empowers students to hold responsibility for
Middle School/High School
many aspects of school life.
Advising
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Computer
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Music
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Photography
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Art
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Physical Education
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Intensive Program
Extra Curricular:
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Basketball (Grades K-12)
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Marching Band
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Flag Team
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Baseball
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Soccer
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Volleyball
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Track
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After-School Art Club
Facilities:
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Three Building Campus
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Accelerated Reader Library
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Playground
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Cafeteria
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Gymnasium
Programs and Policies:
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Breakfast Served
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Lunch Served
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Transportation Provided
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Uniform/Dress Code Required
School Events:
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After-School Academic Support
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Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Fundraiser
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Canned Food Drive
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Parent/Teacher Conferences
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Pep Rallies
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Black History Program
While providing opportunities for emotional, social,
and moral growth, SLO® helps students develop
their academic, managerial, organizational, and
leadership skills in a variety of academic and nonacademic activities. These include peer tutoring,
planning athletic activities and social events; organizing community service projects; and being
involved in the school newspaper and school
yearbook.
SLO® Clubs:
Band, Cooking, Sports and Fitness, Beauty, Drama, Community Outreach, Games, Step, Art,
Martial Arts, Dance
The MAIA Bulldog entertains during a pep rally!
COMMUNITY SCHOOL SPONSOR
MAIA was visited regularly by our community school
sponsor, the Ohio Council of Community Schools. The
visits indicated compliance with all requirements as set
by our Sponsor and the Ohio Department of Education.
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
MAIA provides a nurturing, inclusionary environment.
We assist in preparing students with special needs to
lead independent and productive lives. A free and appropriate public education is provided to every student.
Features of the SABIS® Educational System (Continued from page 2)
All SABIS® schools are characterized by a non-selective admissions policy, a comprehensive and dynamic curriculum that is continually updated by the SABIS® Academic Oper- School Administration:
ations Division, and a unique point system of teaching objectives contained in the syllabus. In addition, the schools use a variety of SABIS®  Wissam Sabbagh—
Director
developed texts and a proprietary, computerized system of testing that is
designed to monitor student learning and progress. High levels of ac Samantha Smith—US
countability for students, teachers, and administrators and a continual
AQC
drive for excellence are consistently promoted.
 Susan Kien—LS AQC
OCCS 2013 Teacher of the Year
Gabrielle Garrett, Mount Auburn International Academy was one
of five finalists who were chosen from the pool of applicants (one
teacher from each of OCCS’ four regions of Ohio and a teacher
from a virtual school)
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James Reynolds—SLC
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Shameka Walker—
Student Management
Coordinator
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Ed Giese—Business
Manager
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Tyler Wright—Office
Manager
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Mark Hesford—IT
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Glen Bussey—Facility
Manager
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Erica Watson—Title I/KG
Coordinator