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Budget Information

The 2024-2025 Budget Vote and School Board Member Election
is Tuesday, May 21, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.


The Budget Hearing is Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Auburn High School Library

  
   Here is the Adopted Budget for the current school year:   

Adopted Budget Expenditures for 2024-2025

If you have any questions about the budget, please do not hesitate to contact the board of education or the superintendent’s office at (315) 255-8822 or budget@aecsd.education.
 

2024-2025 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS


  •  The 2024-25 Budget is $104,404,172
  •  The overall budget for 2024-2025 is up 4.1% (or 4.1 million) compared to 2023-24
  •  NYS Foundation Aid remained the same
  •  Tax Levy Increase of 1.99% (Below NYS-mandated tax cap)
  •  Net Increase of 17 staff positions

  •  Use of $3 million of fund balance and $1 million of reserves in this Budget

 

Budget Documents: 

Fact Sheet 2024-2025 Budget

May Maroon Monthly Budget Edition 2024:

May Maroon Monthly 2024

Where to Vote Street Listing and Map 2023

NYS Absentee Ballot Application


Meet the  2024-2025 School Board Candidates:



Melissa Deyneka

Melissa Deyneka   I have lived in the Auburn area my entire life. A 1993 graduate from Auburn High School and a 1995 graduate from Cayuga Community College with a degree in Business Administration. I have 2 children, Madison, 21, a 2021 graduate from Auburn High School, who currently attends the University of Buffalo; Mason, 18, who is a current Senior at Auburn High School. I was a stay-at-home mom while my children were young. I started volunteering at Owasco Elementary School when the kids were in elementary and was the PTO President for Owasco Elementary for 8 years. While on the PTO I was also a member of various school committees: District Parent Council, Advocacy
Committee, Sustainability Committee, Wellness Committee as well as a handful of interview committees for Principals and Superintendents throughout the years. I am currently the President of the COAEOP (Cayuga Onondaga Association of Educational Office Professionals) through Cayuga Onondaga BOCES, where I currently work. I am also a member of the Parish Council through the Catholic Community of Holy Family, Sacred Heart, St. Alphonsus, and St. Ann’s.



Noel Romeo

Noel Romeo  Noel Romeo is a dedicated community member and educator who has called Auburn home for the past 23 years. She fell in love with the vibrant community and has been actively involved in various aspects of community life. As a mother of 11 children spanning different educational levels - from college to elementary school - Noel brings a unique perspective and insight into the diverse needs of students and families in the school district.
With her experience as the director of a Montessori school and a teacher, Noel has a deep understanding of educational practices and the importance of fostering a nurturing learning environment for all students.
Her passion for education and commitment to the well-being of students make her a strong advocate for academic excellence and student success.
Noel's leadership skills, combined with her experience in education and her deep roots in the Auburn community, uniquely qualify her to serve on the school board. She is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive educational environment that caters to the diverse needs of students and empowers them to reach their full potential. Noel Romeo is committed to advocating for the best interests of students, families, and educators in the Auburn school district.


 

 


 

 


 

 

 
 

    Important School Board Election and Budget Vote Information:

There are NEW Legislative and election districts this year, so your polling location may have changed!
 
                  Polling Places (Open 7:00am - 9:00pm):
 
Casey Park Elementary             Legislative District 8
 
Owasco Elementary School      Legislative District 10-1 and portions of Owasco
 
Seward Elementary School       Legislative Districts 10-2, 10-3, & 11 and
                                                     portions of Fleming
 
Auburn Junior High School        Legislative District 9
                                                      and portions of  Sennett
 
 
        Not sure of where to vote? Please call (315) 255-8850 or (315) 255-8822, or use the link above to look up your polling location by street address.
        Look up your polling location here:  Where to Vote Street Listing and Map 2023
 

Absentee Ballots:

Qualified school district voters who are unable to vote in person may vote by absentee ballot. To receive an absentee ballot, individuals must fill out an application for the ballot. An absentee ballot can be downloaded from this page, or you can call (315) 255-8850 or (315) 255-8822 to obtain one.
 
Complete the application and return it to:
 
Michelle Major, District Clerk
Harriet Tubman Administration Building
78 Thornton Avenue
Auburn, NY 13021

All Absentee Ballots must be received by Tuesday, May 21, 2024, by 5:00 p.m.

If you have any questions or concerns about the district's budget, please do not hesitate to contact us at (315) 255-8800.
 
 
 
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Prospective School Board Member Information
If you are considering running for the AECSD Board of Education, please download the booklet "Running for the School Board" from the New York State School Boards Association. Here you will find what all prospective school board members should know about their eligibility, campaigning, responsibilities and commitment to public education. The English and Spanish versions are under Downloads below.
 
Superintendent: Misty Slavic, Ed.D.
Phone: 315.255.8800
Address: 78 Thornton Avenue | Auburn, NY 13021
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