Building Good Habits for Middle School Success
At tuition-free charter middle school Aurum Preparatory Academy (Aurum Prep) we focus on preparing students for college and beyond....
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- Sep 21
Academic Rigor is at the Core of an Aurum Prep Education
At tuition-free charter middle school Aurum Preparatory Academy (Aurum Prep) we promise that all students in grades 6 – 8 will not only...
- Sep 6
Know Your Middle Schooler? At Aurum Prep We Do!
Entering middle school marks a milestone in a child’s life. It comes just as they experience the major growth spurt in their brains that...
- Aug 23
The Aurum Prep Experience is Golden
What makes the Aurum experience golden? Our caring, committed teachers, our rigorous curriculum, our 1:1 academic support, and our unique...
- Aug 8
At Aurum Prep: We’re with You!
At tuition-free middle school Aurum Preparatory Academy in East Oakland we believe in our students’ capacity to achieve great things. We...
- Jul 24
5 Ways to Avoid a Summer Slide
At tuition free public charter middle school Aurum Preparatory Academy we encourage our students to enjoy the summer months, but that...
- Jul 12
Why Choose a Charter School in Oakland?
70% of California parents support tuition-free public charter schools. In Oakland charter schools offer more opportunities for innovative...
- Jun 28
2023 Week Without Walls
For one week a year at Aurum Preparatory Academy, we completely flip our model of teaching and learning upside down. We expand our reach...
- Jun 12
Celebrating Black History Month at Aurum Prep
While we believe that everyday is a good day to learn about our Black community, we especially love to celebrate the achievements and...
- May 8
Field Trips at Aurum Prep
IStudents and teachers love field trips. Field trips give us the opportunity to experience the world with all of our senses: new sights,...
- Apr 26
Keeping Up With Your Middle Schooler
It’s no secret, middle schoolers can be less than forthcoming with information about school. Whether it slips their minds, or they are...
- Apr 12
Character & Leadership in Middle School
Character counts. It’s the foundation for who we are and how we interact with our friends, our families, and the world around us. At...
- Mar 30
Personalized Learning & Advisory: A Perfect Match
When it comes to catching students up and getting them ahead, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Aurum Preparatory Academy (Aurum...
- Mar 21
Tuition-Free College Prep for All
At Aurum Preparatory Academy(Aurum Prep), we believe that tuition should never be a barrier to an exceptional education. Our status as a...
- Mar 15
The Value of College Prep for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grades
It’s no secret that a college degree comes with many benefits, among them an 84% increase in salary over those with just a high school...
- Jan 11
2023 Guide to Charter Schools in Oakland, California
Charter school enrollment is growing. Since the first charter school opened in St. Paul, Minnesota, charter schools have served over 12...
- Sep 29, 2022
5 Big Benefits of Our Small School
Aurum Preparatory Academy (Aurum Prep) is a tuition-free public middle school serving East Oakland with the belief that all students,...
- Sep 22, 2022
Motivation in Middle School
Our expert teachers at Aurum Preparatory Academy (Aurum Prep) know the middle school brain seeks social interactions, independence, and...
- Sep 9, 2022
Support for Learning
No two learners are the same. Each of us has unique learning styles, preferences, skills and experiences that shape the way we learn....
- Aug 25, 2022
Exceptional Growth
At Aurum Preparatory Academy (Aurum Prep), we believe in the abilities and potential of every one of our students. We believe in their...
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