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Q.-1 24-2595 Initial Public Hearing by the Board of Education of American Indian Public Charter School II - Petition and Charter (Renewal) - Grades K-8 - July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2032, with initial Public Hearing set for 8:00 P.M., November 13, 2024, pursuant to Education Code Section 47605.
This school is horrbile.First some of the teachers dont even teach well, some teachers target people and some have bad acents.Second this school is very dirty my son tells me that he sees ants and rats everyday scaring him.Third the schools campus is very small and old with a temu basketball hoop.Fourth some teachers dont even let my son use the bathroom cmon now.Fifth the school lunch is horrible, my son says he found barnacles on the burger and the milk is sticky and gooey.Sixth the school has very little class options to choose.I wouldnt reccomend this school but i dont want it shut down
As someone who's been a student at AIMS since Kindergarten, and is currently a Junior at AIMS, I have seen the school start to decline a bit in their finances. I believe that AIMS should should stay and get funding so that more students in the future can get access to more events and opportunities, both academically and culturally. I also don't want to see Juniors and Seniors like me have to quickly find a school to enter for only one year or less before they leave for college.
I support this school because of their education, supporting the students in all aspects as well as they following the successful of our students please renewal this school thank you!.
Don't renewal please both me and my brother are graduate the same year 2026 he's going to graduate 8th grade by next year 2026 just like I am please so keep the school open it helped out the community a lot including the students out students are working hard in academic progress and you should keep it open!!
There is a saying: "Nothing was ever improved by destroying it". All schools need to improve if OUSD intends to serve the students in our district. AIMS no less than any other school
We've got the ball rolling in so many ways. Why stop the momentum? How can any school improve if you close it?
I hope you will renew AIMS' charter because we've got a great thing going on. Can we do better? You bet. And we are not afraid of trying to do a better job.
That is proved by the many years of renewals we have already received. In addition, all schools in OUSD are committed to raising up students who live in poverty. We've done a great job of that. For myself, I am allowed to innovate approaches to post-COVID Math pedagogy. I am happy to share that with anyone. I invite all schools to come and look at what AIMS does. Some things are improved by renewing them. Thanks for your time.
Ms. Spencer [a.k.a. Rebecca Gustafson-O’Hare] - Math Teacher - AIMS K-12 MIddle School
I am a proud employee at AIMS and have worked in administration for AIMS for over 12 years. AIMS has consistently exceeded the expectations outlined within our charter. Through its unique approach, we have fostered a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. As an employee I have continued to witness and experience positive workplace culture, career advancement, fairness and equity across the organization.
As an Oakland native and I passionately advocate for the renewal of AIMS, a school that continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing exceptional education for the diverse community that we serve and a supportive environment that is needed for our students and families.
As a parent of a 7th grader it's important for my son to be in an environment he can thrive in. AIMS has shown me in the short period of time that my son has been enrolled that they not only celebrates diversity but pushes students toward excellence. Having strong male leadership in the classroom and staff is vital for young men to see not only what is possible but what they can achieve in the communities they live in.
I see no reason for this school to be closed down because they have a well rounded education system that supports its students. The people in this school well behaved compared to other schools and its a safer learning environment overall. It properly prepares its students for highschool and college as well.
My daughter is a 9th grader at AIMS. She is getting college credits and learning how to study, write, present, and communicate with others. The high standards and support is unmatched. It is so important for my daughter to be ready for college and stay motivated for her future. AIMS provides this. I don’t know if any other school that has a 100% college acceptance rate. They provide Saturday school if kids are failing to help them pass their classes. The leadership of the staff is also so wonderful. My daughter feels cared for which makes school a safe place for her. She is biracial (white mom, black dad) which can be an additional challenge at some schools. But thankfully the diversity at AIMS makes Maya feel more comfortable than other schools. Her best friend is multi-race/culture, having a German and Chinese born parents. There are many African and Muslim families which adds to the diversity. I can’t think of a better place for my daughter to be educated, truly.
I am proud parents of 2 students at AIMS and fully support of renewal for this charter school. My students thrive at AIMS school. They support their students make sure each of them get the help they need to be successful.
I support this.
I don't want aims to close because they have very well education and they have good teachers.
不要关闭学校
I am neutral
This school is horrbile.First some of the teachers dont even teach well, some teachers target people and some have bad acents.Second this school is very dirty my son tells me that he sees ants and rats everyday scaring him.Third the schools campus is very small and old with a temu basketball hoop.Fourth some teachers dont even let my son use the bathroom cmon now.Fifth the school lunch is horrible, my son says he found barnacles on the burger and the milk is sticky and gooey.Sixth the school has very little class options to choose.I wouldnt reccomend this school but i dont want it shut down
Don’t close the school
As someone who's been a student at AIMS since Kindergarten, and is currently a Junior at AIMS, I have seen the school start to decline a bit in their finances. I believe that AIMS should should stay and get funding so that more students in the future can get access to more events and opportunities, both academically and culturally. I also don't want to see Juniors and Seniors like me have to quickly find a school to enter for only one year or less before they leave for college.
pls don't close aims
I support this school because of their education, supporting the students in all aspects as well as they following the successful of our students please renewal this school thank you!.
Don't renewal please both me and my brother are graduate the same year 2026 he's going to graduate 8th grade by next year 2026 just like I am please so keep the school open it helped out the community a lot including the students out students are working hard in academic progress and you should keep it open!!
I support AIMS because they teaching good
There is a saying: "Nothing was ever improved by destroying it". All schools need to improve if OUSD intends to serve the students in our district. AIMS no less than any other school
We've got the ball rolling in so many ways. Why stop the momentum? How can any school improve if you close it?
I hope you will renew AIMS' charter because we've got a great thing going on. Can we do better? You bet. And we are not afraid of trying to do a better job.
That is proved by the many years of renewals we have already received. In addition, all schools in OUSD are committed to raising up students who live in poverty. We've done a great job of that. For myself, I am allowed to innovate approaches to post-COVID Math pedagogy. I am happy to share that with anyone. I invite all schools to come and look at what AIMS does. Some things are improved by renewing them. Thanks for your time.
Ms. Spencer [a.k.a. Rebecca Gustafson-O’Hare] - Math Teacher - AIMS K-12 MIddle School
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I am a proud employee at AIMS and have worked in administration for AIMS for over 12 years. AIMS has consistently exceeded the expectations outlined within our charter. Through its unique approach, we have fostered a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. As an employee I have continued to witness and experience positive workplace culture, career advancement, fairness and equity across the organization.
As an Oakland native and I passionately advocate for the renewal of AIMS, a school that continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing exceptional education for the diverse community that we serve and a supportive environment that is needed for our students and families.
Good afternoon ousd board members,
As a parent of a 7th grader it's important for my son to be in an environment he can thrive in. AIMS has shown me in the short period of time that my son has been enrolled that they not only celebrates diversity but pushes students toward excellence. Having strong male leadership in the classroom and staff is vital for young men to see not only what is possible but what they can achieve in the communities they live in.
I see no reason for this school to be closed down because they have a well rounded education system that supports its students. The people in this school well behaved compared to other schools and its a safer learning environment overall. It properly prepares its students for highschool and college as well.
Please don't close until I graduate. I have 1 year left.
Support
My daughter is a 9th grader at AIMS. She is getting college credits and learning how to study, write, present, and communicate with others. The high standards and support is unmatched. It is so important for my daughter to be ready for college and stay motivated for her future. AIMS provides this. I don’t know if any other school that has a 100% college acceptance rate. They provide Saturday school if kids are failing to help them pass their classes. The leadership of the staff is also so wonderful. My daughter feels cared for which makes school a safe place for her. She is biracial (white mom, black dad) which can be an additional challenge at some schools. But thankfully the diversity at AIMS makes Maya feel more comfortable than other schools. Her best friend is multi-race/culture, having a German and Chinese born parents. There are many African and Muslim families which adds to the diversity. I can’t think of a better place for my daughter to be educated, truly.
I am proud parents of 2 students at AIMS and fully support of renewal for this charter school. My students thrive at AIMS school. They support their students make sure each of them get the help they need to be successful.