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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Placer County Grand Jury
• 2024-2025
Auburn Elementary E.v. Cain Skyridge Elementary The green shaded areas represent all Ausd students enrolled at each
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Findings 9 findings
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The current strategic plan from 2021 does not align with the thinking and priorities of the community, newly elected (November 2022 and 2024) Auburn Union School District Board of Trustees and the recently hired (July 2024) Superintendent.
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Beginning balances for multi-year budgets do not match or align with prior years.
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The Fiscal Year 2024-2025 multi-year budget appropriately reflects Auburn Union School District financial health.
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Auburn Union School District is facing budget deficits over the next three years.
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Auburn Union School District treasury account is stated at $10,543,476 as of March 31, 2025.
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Auburn Union School District administration, staff and Board of Trustees demonstrate transparency, collaboration, commitment and passion in their job responsibilities.
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Auburn Union School District has additional opportunities to monetize district assets.
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There is concern within the Board of Trustees regarding accepting funding from the California Community Schools Partnership Program.
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Heat map data suggests expanded busing could improve overall attendance, favorably impacting student performance and increased revenue from the state.
Recommendations 5
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R1Page 123The Board of Trustees and Auburn Union School District Superintendent should complete a strategic plan which aligns with the community values and expectations for student education and well-being.
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R2Page 123The Board of Trustees should direct the Auburn Union School District to footnote any Auburn Union School District submitted budget where the ending balances for all multi-year budgets
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R3Page 123The Board of Trustees for Auburn Union School District should respond and implement the recommendations of the 7-11 Committee to generate additional revenue from district assets by December 31, 2025. 115 -2025 Final Report
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R4Page 124The Board of Trustees for Auburn Union School District should actively communicate to the Auburn community specific plans and concerns regarding pursuit of California Community Schools Partnership Program funds. Include this information in the strategic plan and Board of Trustee minutes
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R5Page 124The Board of Trustees for Auburn Union School District should continue to pursue additional funding to expand on existing district transportation services