Aurora City School District

09/15/2026

How are the current facilities in such need of resources? Did the District ignore repairs?

No, in fact, the opposite is true. District maintenance staff continue to do their best to keep the schools safe and in the best shape possible. This includes spending thousands of dollars each year on basic and “Band-Aid” repairs to expensive, outdated systems that no longer function efficiently. However, due to space shortages and the building's effective lifespan, most repairs are no longer enough. The high school and elementary school are not ADA accessible. The district uses every square foot in each of the buildings. Continuing to spend money on repairs and makeshift modifications is not the best use of District dollars. The most cost-efficient, fiscally responsible action is to consider a long-term facility plan that accommodates the district for the next 75 years.

For more frequently asked questions, visit: https://sites.google.com/view/acsd-facility-master-planning/frequently-asked-questions

09/10/2026

The Essential Plan is the district's strategic solution to keep Aurora's school buildings safe, functional, and equipped for high-quality education.

The plan addresses three primary challenges:

* Elementary Education — a portion of Craddock Elementary is over 100 years old, with 1940s-era classrooms that are undersized for today's early elementary programs.
* Transportation — the current facility can no longer adequately service Aurora's bus fleet and lacks space for equipment like bus lifts.
* Building Preservation — key mechanical and structural systems at Miller, Leighton, Harmon, and Aurora High are nearing the end of their expected lifespans.

A bond issue can only be used for facilities — construction, repairs, safety equipment, buses, and technology. It cannot be used for teacher salaries, classroom supplies, or daily operating costs.

Learn more: https://sites.google.com/view/acsd-facility-master-planning/home

09/09/2026

Please view the Superintendent’s ACSD Update video update to all Aurora City School District (ACSD) families on 9/4/2026 below.

Video Link: https://youtu.be/9HFzqF2pkUc

Google Slides Link as a reference: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1lRja-Tt5E8L_DNsjfhn4JF_hmkNJT4sOjVhuwCdnQOU/edit?usp=sharing

Transcript Link as a Reference: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BO6cSQRn9U4xzrpHBDDZIQd7EfwgEowE0xhl54N7cJs/edit?usp=sharing

Key Points in the Video Include: US News and World Report Celebration, The Essential Plan Bond Issue Outreach, Public School Funding Event, Safer School Hotline

09/04/2026

From Paul Milcetich
This month's Community Focus Spotlight on Aurora Schools features Aurora Alum and Super Bowl Champion with the
AJ Barner@_ajbarner_with an intro featuring
Head Coach Bob Mihalik and D Coordinator Brian Wervey! All about the IMPACT of roots being nurtured in the 44202!

Watch Spotlight on Aurora Schools: September 2026

09/03/2026

The Aurora City School District will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for the Labor Day holiday. Have a safe and fun weekend.

09/03/2026

The Essential Plan is Aurora City Schools' proposed facility improvement project, appearing on the November 3, 2026, ballot. Developed over the past two years through community feedback, staff collaboration, and partnership with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission, the plan addresses the district's highest-priority facility needs.

To hear from Superintendent Paul Milcetich about the Essential Plan, watch this informational video: https://youtu.be/SudA2rtt_9s?si=2PbGE4vxdA8UO6AA

09/02/2026

LEIGHTON SCHOOL CLOSED TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2026

Good Evening, Leighton Families.

This is your Superintendent, Dr. Paul Milcetich, with an important message regarding school tomorrow. Due to the failure of the air conditioning system at Leighton Elementary School, Leighton will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2nd. All other Aurora City Schools will remain open on their regular schedules.

Since this afternoon, our district team has worked diligently to secure the necessary parts and complete repairs in an effort to avoid closing school. Unfortunately, compressor issues have prevented us from getting the system fully operational, and the unit will need to be shut down tomorrow to complete the necessary repairs. With the current Heat Advisory and anticipated temperatures, we do not believe we can safely and appropriately operate the building without a functioning cooling system.

We know that closing school creates an inconvenience for our families, and this decision was not made lightly. We also recognize that tomorrow was scheduled to be Picture Day, and we will communicate a new date as soon as it is rescheduled.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as our maintenance team works to get Leighton back up and running as quickly as possible. Thank you for your continued support, and as always, Go Greenmen!

Paul Milcetich
Superintendent
Aurora City School District

09/01/2026

📚 Harmon Media Center Specialist, Mary L. Beckstrom, used her ASF Grant to bring the Language Arts Festival to Harmon Middle School!

The festival featured Julie Ditchburn Patton, author of Bigfoot is a Jerk and publisher of Bizzare Books.

08/27/2026

From Aurora All Sports Boosters

💚 What a year for Aurora Athletics! 💚

Thanks to the incredible support of our community, sponsors, members, and volunteers, Aurora All Sports Boosters was able to make a BIG impact during the 2025–2026 school year!

Every donation, membership, raffle ticket, and volunteer hour helps us support ALL SPORTS. ALL YEAR.

We couldn’t do it without YOU! 💚🤍

And we’re just getting started… 2026–2027 is going to be EPIC!

GO GREENMEN! 💚

08/26/2026

HARMON SCHOOL FALL FUNDRAISER 2026

The Harmon School Fall Fundraiser begins on August 25th and will run through September 8, 2026. This year the Funderworks Fundraiser will consist of purchasing magazine subscriptions, gift items, Tervis tumblers, candles and over 1,000 additional items. We ask for your help promoting this fundraiser as money raised will offset the costs of 6th Grade Camp and the 7th & 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.