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Aurora Borealis Charter receives conditional approval to add grades 9–10
What happened
Alaska DEED conditionally approved Aurora Borealis Charter School’s expansion from grades K–8 to K–10 for FY2027. Final approval by the State Board of Education was still pending for its October 13–14, 2026 meeting.
Why it matters to families
If the pending state-board approval is granted, the charter will offer ninth and tenth grades, extending its grade range beyond middle school.
The evidence
DEED’s September 14, 2026 letter conditionally approves changing Aurora Borealis Charter School from K–8 to K–10 effective FY2027, “pending approval” by the State Board of Education at its October 13–14 meeting. Document 97875.
The source
Board of Education — Regular Business Meeting — DEED Response Letter ABC Grade ChangeSee the full record for Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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