Ordinance No. 2025-08 Adopting FY 2025-2026 Budget for Don Soffer Aventura High School - May 22, 2025CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2025-08
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING
THE ATTACHED DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL
OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
(JULY 1 — JUNE 30), PURSUANT TO SECTION 4.05 OF THE CITY
CHARTER; AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ESTABLISHED
BY THE BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR BUDGETARY CONTROL;
PROVIDING FOR PERSONNEL AUTHORIZATION; PROVIDING FOR
GIFTS AND GRANTS; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS; PROVIDING
FOR ENCUMBRANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The 2025/2026 Operating and Capital Improvement Program
Budget for the Don Soffer Aventura High School, a copy of said budget being attached
hereto and made a part hereof as specifically as if set forth at length herein, be and the
same is hereby established and adopted.
Section 2. Expenditure of Funds Appropriated in the Budget Authorized. Funds
appropriated in the Budget may be expended by and with the approval of the City Manager
in accordance with the provisions of the City Charter and applicable law. Funds of the City
shall be expended in accordance with the appropriations provided in the Budget adopted by
this Ordinance and shall constitute an appropriation of the amounts specified therein.
Supplemental appropriations or the reduction of appropriations, if any, shall be made in
accordance with Section 4.07 of the City Charter.
Section 3. Budgetary Control. The Budget establishes a limitation on
expenditures by department total. Said limitation requires that the total sum allocated to the
Don Soffer Aventura High School Fund may not be increased or decreased without specific
authorization by a duly -enacted Resolution affecting such amendment or transfer.
Therefore, if requested by the Principal of Don Soffer Aventura High School, the City
Manager may authorize transfers from one individual line item account to another, so long
as the line item accounts are within the same department and fund.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-08
Section 4. Personnel Authorization. The "Personnel Allocation Summary"
enumerates all authorized budgeted positions. However, if requested by the Principal of Don
Soffer Aventura High School, the City Manager may amend said authorized budgeted
positions in order to address the operating needs of the department so long as sufficient
budgeted funds are available.
Section 5. Grants and Gifts. When the City of Aventura receives monies from any
source, be it private or governmental, by Grant, Gift, or otherwise, to which there is attached
as a condition of acceptance any limitation regarding the use or expenditures of the monies
received, the funds so received need not be shown in the Operating Budget nor shall said
budget be subject to amendment of expenditures as a result of the receipt of said monies,
but said monies shall only be disbursed and applied toward the purposes for which the said
funds were received. To ensure the integrity of the Operating Budget, and the integrity of
the monies received by the City under Grants or Gifts, all monies received as contemplated
above must, upon receipt, be segregated and accounted for based upon generally accepted
accounting principles and where appropriate, placed into separate and individual trust
and/or escrow accounts from which any money drawn may only be disbursed and applied
within the limitations placed upon the Gift or Grant as aforesaid.
Section 6. Amendments. Upon the passage and adoption of the Don Soffer
Aventura High School Fund Budget for the City of Aventura, if the City Manager determines
that the Department Total will exceed its original appropriation, the City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to prepare such Ordinances as may be necessary and proper to
modify any line item from the Budget hereby.
Section 7. Encumbrances. All outstanding encumbrances on June 30, 2025 shall
lapse at that time; and all capital outlay encumbrances and/or capital outlay expenditures
not spent during the fiscal year may be re -appropriated in the 2025/2026 fiscal year.
Section 8. Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be
severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for any
reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of
the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but they shall
remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand notwithstanding
the invalidity of any part.
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City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-08
Section 9. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon
adoption on second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Vice Mayor Friedland, who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Blachman, and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain Yes
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman Yes
Commissioner Amit Bloom Yes
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss Yes
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky Yes
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland Yes
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg Yes
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Blachman, who moved its
adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Orlinsky, and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain Yes
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman Yes
Commissioner Amit Bloom Yes
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland Yes
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss Yes
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky Yes
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg Yes
PASSED on first reading this 17th day of April, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 22nd day of May, 2025.
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ELLISA L. HORVAT , MMC
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APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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MAYOR
ROBERT MEYERS
CITY ATTORNEY
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City of Aventura
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Budget
Fiscal Year 2025/2026
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City of Aventura
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Operating and Capital Budget
Fiscal Year 2025/2026
City Commission/Governing Board
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Esq.
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland, Esq.
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
City Manager
Bryan Pegues
Principal
Dr. Geoffrey McKee
Planning/Management Services Provided
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City of Aventura
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Operating and Capital Budget
Fiscal Year 2025/2026
Table of Contents
Charter Schools USA's Budget Message................................................................................................................. i-v
Comparative Personnel Allocation Summary......................................................................................................... ii
Full -Time Staff Comparison Chart............................................................................................................................... iii
Introduction............................................................................................................................................1-3
Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Commitment Statement..................................................... 2
Organization and Operations................................................................................................................................. 3
Fund Description & Summary..........................................................................................................5-6
Revenue Projection & Rationale......................................................................................................7-9
Budgetary Account Summary by Expenditure Function .................................................... 11-14
DSAHS Instructional Pay -for -Performance Pay Plan........................................................... 15-17
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MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission/Governing Board
Bryan Pegues, City Manager
FROM: Dr. Geoffrey McKee, Principal, Don Soffer Aventura High School
Ayanna Jeffrey, Sr. Accounting Analyst, Charter Schools USA
DATE: April 11, 2025
SUBJECT: Proposed 2025/2026 Don Soffer Aventura High School Budget
Attached is the proposed 2025/2026 Don Soffer Aventura High School ("DSAHS") Budget
(Fund 191) which will be effective from July 1, 2025 — June 30, 2026. This represents DSAHS'
7t" full year of operations. The budget was designed to meet the educational requirements
that accommodate 9t" through 12t" grade students, while continuing to retain and employ staff
who possess best in class qualifications and skills.
The budget was prepared in a collaborative effort by CSUSA, including their Sr. Accounting
Analyst, staff members from several different divisions, and the DSAHS Principal. In addition,
the budget has also been reviewed by the City Manager and the Finance Director. The budget
will appear on first and second reading on April 17t" and May 22nd , 2025, respectively.
The following are the major highlights of the 2025/2026 budget:
• The school budget is based on a projected enrollment of 800 9t", 10t", 11t", and 12t"
grade students, which represents full enrollment as per the charter granted by the
Miami -Dade District.
At the time of preparation, the Florida Legislative Session had not approved an increase of
Florida Education Financial Program (FEFP) funding for Miami -Dade. However, the estimate
of the projected increase in these revenues is included using the District's latest FEFP
statement for the school as the starting point.
Includes 63 full-time equivalent employees at a projected cost of $6,597,000 and is
summarized by class and category below:
Job Class Category
2024/26
Projected
2026/26
Proposed
Change
Administrative Staff
Full-time
13.0
14.0
1.0
Part-time
-
-
-
Subtotal
13.0
14.0
1.0
Instructional Staff
Full-time
50.0
49.0
(1.0)
Part-time
-
-
Subtotal
60.0
49.0
Total Employees
63.0
63.0
Vendor Services includes contracted pupil transportation for two (2) buses to transport
students that live two (2) miles or more from the School at a cost of $199,595.
To continue enhancing the instructional experience designed to prepare the students
for the future, $737,078 has been budgeted for textbooks, reference books, testing
materials and instructional licenses under Instructional Expenditures.
Capital expenditures of $139,124 is budgeted for costs associated with Computer
Hardware, IT Infrastructure and FF&E (i.e., Classroom Furniture).
Compensation for Personnel Services
Total Compensation for Personnel Services is budgeted at $6,597,000 or 61.1 % of the total
budget or 58.3% of total operating revenue. Personnel includes 63 full-time equivalent
employees, consisting of 14 administrative staff positions and 49 instructional staff positions
as detailed below. To maintain, attract, and retain highly qualified teachers, salaries reflect
the school's proposed Pay Plan and stipends of $1,003,827 as a result of the Miami -Dade
County Referendum. All employees are under contract with CSUSA.
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Comparative Personnel Allocation Summary
3 - Year Presentation
2023-24
1 2024-25
1 2026-26
Actual
Projected
Proposed
Full-
Part-
Full-
Part-
Full-
Part -
Job Class
Time
Time
Total
Time
Time
Total
Time
Time
Total
Administrative Staff
Principal
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Assistant Principal
2.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
Senior Community Relations
Specialist
1.0
1.0
-
-
-
-
School Operations
Administrator
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Office Manager
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Administrative Assistant
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Receptionist
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Enrollment Manager
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Guidance Counselor
3.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
Dean of Students
-
-
-
-
1.0
1.0
IT Support
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Nurse
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Subtotal
14.0
14.0
13.0
13.0
14.0
14.0
Instructional Staff
Teachers (9-12)
38.0
38.0
43.0
43.0
43.0
43.0
ESE/Special Education
Teachers
3.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
Curriculum Resource Teacher
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Athletic Director
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Subs
4.0
4.0
3.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
Subtotal
47.0
47.0
50.0
50.0
49.0
49.0
Total 61.0 61.0 63.0 63.0 63.0 63.0
Comparative Personnel Allocation Summary
3 - Year Presentation
Full -Time Staff Comparison
63.0
62.5
62.0
61.5
61.0
60.5
60.0
2023/24 - 2024/25 - 2025/26 -
Actual Projected Proposed
III
The total proposed budget for 2025/2026, is $10,804,916 and is broken down into the
following categories:
Compensation
Professional Services
Vendor Services
Administrative Expenditures
Instructional Expenditures
Other Operating Expenditures
Fixed Expenditures
Capital Outlay
Total
Instructional
Expenditures
6.8%
Administrative
Expenditures
0.5%
Vendor Services
10.3 %
Professional Services
12.0%
Amount
%
$ 6,597,000
61.1 %
1,298,926
12.0%
1,116,013
10.3%
53,837
0.5%
737,078
6.8%
509,041
4.7%
353,898
3.3%
139,124
1.3%
$ 10,804,916
100.0%
Expenditures by Category
OtherOperating
Expenditures Fixed Expenditures
A 70/� 3.3%
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Capital Outlay
Compensation
61.1 %
Summary
We are pleased to submit the detailed budget contained within this document and its related
funding levels representing the City's continued commitment to support the Mission and
Vision for Don Soffer Aventura High School as outlined on page 2.
The City Commission, acting in its capacity as the Don Soffer Aventura High School
Governing Board will meet during a Governing Board Meeting on April 171", 2025 to review the
proposed budget document in detail. Please refer any questions relating to the enclosed
budget to the City Manager's attention.
Respectfully submitted,
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Dr. Geoffrey McKee
Principal, Don Soffer Aventura High School
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Sr. Accounting Analyst, CSUSA
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Introduction
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City of Aventura
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Mission Statement
Don Soffer Aventura High School will provide a rigorous, college preparatory curriculum for the
community that ensures each student develops their individual academic talents and leadership
skills to become well-rounded citizens primed for excellence.
Vision Statement
Don Soffer Aventura High School will continually adopt innovative instructional methods and
technology designed for the digital native learning styles of the 215t century students. The School
will revolutionize instruction and be recognized as a pioneer in modern high school education.
Commitment Statement
At Don Soffer Aventura High School, students will be empowered to discover their passion,
choose their path and define their future.
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City of Aventura
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Organization and Operations
The School is a special revenue fund found within the City's financial statements. The School commenced
operations in the City in August 2019 and for the 2025/2026 school year will offer classes for 9ththrough
12th grades with a projected enrollment of 800 students. The School is funded by public funds based on
enrollment and may be eligible for grants in accordance with state and federal guidelines, including food
service and capital outlay. The School can accept private donations, and the City can incur debt for its
operations.
Reporting Entity
The School operates under a charter granted by the sponsoring school district, the Miami -Dade County
Public School District (the "District"). The current charter is effective until June 30, 2034 but provides for
a renewal of up to 15 years by mutual agreement of both parties. In August 2019, the School opened its
doors to 200 9th graders. In August 2 02 0, the School expanded its enrollment to 415 students to include
10th grade. In August 2 02 1, the school expanded its enrollment to 620 to include 11th grade and in August
2022, expanded its enrollment to 800 to include 12th grade with approximately 200 students for each
grade level.
The School is owned by the City and is operated through a management agreement as described below.
The School is part of the City's government and is not a separate legal entity or otherwise organized apart
from the City. The City was incorporated in November 1995 and operates under a Commission -Manager
form of government
Management Agreement
The City previously entered into a management agreement with Charter Schools USA, Inc. ("CSUSA") to
provide those services necessary to organize, manage, staff, operate and maintain the School. The
agreement expires on June 30, 2029, with a five-year renewal option by mutual agreement of both parties
and provided that the District extends the charter granted to the City. Total management fees projected
to be paid to the management company for fiscal year 2025/2026 are $905,005. The other expenditures
that are reimbursed to CSUSA from the City relate to teachers' salaries, benefits and all related operational
costs.
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Fund Description
Summary
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Fiscal Year 2025/2026 (July 1 -June 30)
Budget Category Summary
Fund Description
This fund accounts for operating and capital revenues and expenditures associated with the Don Soffer Aventura High School. In
accordance with their Management Agreement with the City, Charter Schools USA, is responsible for the School's budgetary,
accounting, auditing and financial reporting functions.
Operating Revenue
Total Revenues
Operating Expenditures
Capital Expenditures
Revenues over/(under) Expenditures
2024/25 2024125 2025/26
2023/24 Adopted Projected Proposed
Actual Budqet Forecast Budqet
Revenue Projections
$ 12, 663, 397 $ 10, 068, 692 $ 11, 387, 869 $ 11, 312, 557
$ 12,663,397 $ 10,068,692 $ 11,387,869 $ 11,312,557
Expenditures
$ 10,178, 550 $ 9,912,038 $ 10, 513, 353 $ 10, 665, 792
283,689 117,907 157,552 139,124
$ 10,462,239 $ ,
$ 2,201,158 $ 38,747 $ 716,964 $ 507,640
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ADOPTED
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PROPOSED
Don Soffer Aventura High School
BUDGET
FORECAST
BUDGET
Proposed Budget
Total Number of Students
800
819
800
Forecasted Average FTE per Student
$ 7,949.07
$ 7,896.59
$ 8,094.00
REVENUE:
Operating Revenue
FTE
$ 6,359,258
$ 6,463,359
$ 6,475,204
Capital Outlay
747,200
901,873
1,333,600
NSLP Revenue
72,130
138,577
140,000
Food Services
115,816
53,715
47,945
Grants
-
71,521
-
Florida Teacher Lead revenue
-
-
-
Miscellaneous Revenue
14,800
27,656
27,760
Other Program Revenue:
-
113,250
-
AP/AICE
1,600,000
2,300,000
2,000,000
Refrendum Stipends
1,159,488
1,317,918
1,288,048
Total Operating Revenue
$ 10,068,692
$ 11,387,869
$ 11,312,557
Other Non -Revenue
City Subsidy
Advance from the City's General Fund $ - $ - $ -
Total Revenues $ 10,068,692 $ 11,387,869 $ 11,312,557
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Revenue Projection Rationale
Fiscal Year 2025/2026
Revenues
The total revenues available for allocation in the 2025/2026 proposed budget are anticipated to be
$11,312,557. This is a net increase of $1,243,865 or 12.4% compared to the prior year's budget primarily
due to the estimated increase in capital outlay allocation. The estimate is based on previous guidance from
FLDOE on increases to this funding program. Revenues from the AP/RICE program are also expected to
increase as well as the Miami -Dade County Referendum funds which are both included under Other
Program Revenue. Referendum Stipends will be used for security personnel and teacher stipends.
Operating Revenue
FTE- totals $6,475,204 and is based on an average of $8,094.00/student and includes the transportation
reimbursement component. This revenue category is anticipated to be higher than the prior year's
adopted budget and represents an estimate of the projected increase in Florida Education Finance
Program (FEFP) revenues using the District's latest FEFP statement for the school.
Capital Outlay - totals $1,333,600 representing an increase of 78.5% over the previous budget. This is
based on previous guidance from FLDOE on increases to this funding program.
NSLP Revenue - totals $140,000 and represents an estimate for reimbursement by the National School
Lunch Program ("NSLP") for low-cost or free meals that are provided to students who qualify for the
federally assisted meal program. This revenue category is projected based on current year reimbursement
rates and assumes consistent eligibility year -over -year in the student population.
Food Services - totals $47,945 and represents an estimate for unsubsidized meals purchased by students.
This revenue category decreased year -over -year in line with enrollment on a per capita basis using the
current year student participation rate.
Other Program Revenue - totals $3,288,048 consisting of $2,000,000 in additional FTE Revenue that is
expected be awarded to the DSAHS from students passing the Cambridge and Advanced Placement Exams
and $1,288,048 in Miami -Dade County Referendum revenue that will be used for security personnel and
teacher stipends.
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Budgetary Account Summary
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PROPOSED
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BUDGET
FORECAST
BUDGET
Proposed Budget
EXPENDITURES
Administrative Staff
Principal
1.0
1.0
1.0
Assistant Principal
2.0
3.0
3.0
Senior Community Relations Specialist
1.0
-
-
School Operations Administrator
1.0
1.0
1.0
Office Manager
1.0
1.0
1.0
Administrative Assistant
0.5
1.0
1.0
Receptionist
1.0
1.0
1.0
Enrollment Manager
1.0
1.0
1.0
Guidance Counselor
3.0
2.0
2.0
Dean of Students
-
-
1.0
IT Support
1.0
1.0
1.0
Nurse
1.0
1.0
1.0
Subtotal Administrative Staff
13.5
$
990,518
13.0
$
929,470
14.0
$
1,021,788
Instructional Staff
Teachers(9-12)
41.0
43.0
43.0
ESE/Special Education Teachers
3.0
2.0
2.0
Curriculum Resource Teacher
1.0
1.0
1.0
Athletic Director
1.0
1.0
1.0
Subs
3.0
3.0
2.0
Subtotal Instructional Staff
49.0
$
3,146,447
50.0
$
3,286,945
49.0
$
3,226,083
Tutoring
$
76,862
$
76,862
$
76,862
Bonuses
127,870
217,970
132,270
Stipends
1,101,171
1,312,816
1,220,533
Benefits
398,065
470,683
450,425
Workers' Compensation
16,522
-
23,368
Payroll Taxes
404,541
461,792
445,670
Subtotal
$
2,125,031
$
2,540,124
$
2,349,129
Total Compensation
62.5
$
6,261,996
63.0
$
6,756,539
63.0
$
6,597,000
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BUDGET
FORECAST
BUDGET
Proposed Budget - Continued
Professional Services
Management Fee
$
604,122
$
604,122
$
905,005
Legal Fees
11,529
11,529
11,529
Fee to County Board
99,363
94,999
101,175
Outside Staff Development
53,160
53,160
73,854
Accounting Services - Audit
11,900
11,900
11,900
Professional Fees - Other
7,311
7,272
18,300
Computer Services Fees
118,400
121,138
160,800
Advertising/Marketing Expenditure
19,007
19,007
16,363
Subtotal Professional Services
$
924,792
$
923,126
$
1,298,926
Vendor Services
Contracted Pupil Transportation
$
187,063
$
186,024
$
199,595
Contracted Mental Health
80,158
80,158
68,385
Extra -Curricular Activities & Transportation
166,234
166,234
195,234
Contracted Food Services
163,809
167,085
163,809
Drug Testing Fees
245
769
665
Licenses & Permits
2,012
2,012
2,012
Contracted Custodial Services
256,701
259,023
269,536
Contracted Security
199,398
199,397
216,777
Subtotal Vendor Services
$
1,055,620
$
1,060,701
$
1,116,013
Administration Expenditures
Travel
$
10,083
$
10,546
$
14,871
Meals
1,034
948
1,034
Lodging
8,486
8,486
3,000
Business Expenditure - Other
1,287
1,333
1,287
Dues & Subscriptions
4,379
51650
4,379
Printing
9,463
9,463
9,463
Office Supplies
20,267
10,493
17,194
Medical Supplies
2,610
2,610
2,610
Subtotal Administrative Expenditures
$
57,608
$
49,527
$
53,837
Instructional Expenditures
Textbooks & Reference Books
$
117,411
$
126,211
$
44,084
Consumable Instructional (Student)
127,056
114,748
45,087
Consumable Instructional (Teacher)
914
1,842
-
Instructional Licenses
8,400
33,684
57,548
Testing Materials
501,959
531,357
563,600
Florida Teacher Lead program
-
13,200
-
Contracted SPED Instruction
27,462
25,539
26,760
Subtotal Instructional Expenditures
$
783,202
$
846,582
$
737,078
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ADOPTED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
Don Soffer Aventura High School
BUDGET
FORECAST
BUDGET
Proposed Budget - Continued
Other Operating Expenditures
Telephone & Internet
$ 32,943
$ 32,942
$ 33,963
Postage
2,402
2,402
2,476
Electricity
128,947
128,947
132,944
Water & Sewer
13,056
13,056
13,461
Waste Disposal
44,685
44,685
46,919
Pest Control
3,747
3,747
3,935
Cleaning Supplies
25,503
25,503
26,778
Building Repairs & Maintenance
193,388
272,598
211,489
Equipment Repairs & Maintenance
-
-
-
Property Tax
-
-
-
Miscellaneous Expenditures
7,703
37,074
37,075
Subtotal Other Operating Expenditures
$ 452,373
$ 560,954
$ 509,041
Fixed Expenditures
Office Equipment- Leasing Expenditures
$ 73,560
$ 13,560
$ 13,560
Professional Liability & Other Insurance
302,888
302,364
340,338
Subtotal Fixed Expenditures
$ 376,449
$ 315,924
$ 353,898
Total Operating Expenditures
$ 9,912,039
$ 10,513,353
$ 10,665,792
Capital Expenditures
Computers - Hardware
$
61,050
$
65,477
$
90,673
Computers - Software
915
31,818
-
IT Infrastructure
25,000
25,000
25,000
FF&E
12,500
16,815
14,564
Other
18,441
18,441
8,887
Total Capital Expenditures
$
117,906
$
157,552
$
139,124
Total Unadjusted Operating and Capital
Expenditures
$
10,029,945
$
10,670,905
$
10,804,916
Unadjusted Revenue over/(under)
Expenditures
$
38,747
$
716,964
$
507,640
Projected Addition to Fund Balance/(Deficit)
$
38,747
$
716,964
$
507,640
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City of Aventura
Don Soffer Aventura High School
Operating and Capital Budget
Fiscal Year 2025/2026
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A. CSUSA PAY PRACTICES
B. PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION
c. MERIT INCREASE SCHEDULE
D. SCHOOL WIDE PERFORMANCE AND RETENTION BONUS
A. CSUSA PAY PRACTICES
CSUSA salaries are competitive with the surrounding area schools but structured differently, with a
greater emphasis on performance -based pay. For base salaries, pay bands have been established to a
minimum, midpoint, and maximum scale by which job families can grow with merit increases. CSUSA will
budget criteria, incentives, and other motivating factors to attract, reward and retain the best employees.
A salary worksheet will be used to calculate starting salaries in a fair & consistent manner. Below are the
basic criteria utilized to determine starting salaries.
Base Salary for Teachers in their initial year (10 Month)
• Base Pay: $54,000
• Positive Adjustments for proven expertise and critical shortage subjects or courses
o $3,000 for proven expertise field.
o $3,000 for critical shortage subject area/course.
• Positive Adjustments to base for Education Credentials
o $3,000 for Masters
o $5,000 for Specialist
o $7,000 for Doctorate
• Other Compensation: (to be reevaluated annually and subject to funding availability)
o Miami -Dade County Referendum will be added as a stipend to Teacher base pay.
• Teachers whose certification expires and those who have not received their statement of
eligibility from the FLDOE will be classified as "Permanent Substitutes," with a base pay of
$47,000 and no eligibility for advanced degree supplements. Permanent substitutes are eligible
for referendum pay if they carry a full teaching load.
B.PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION
Research supports the notion that people are motivated through achievement, recognition, and growth
opportunities. Moreover, studies indicate that not only does this contribute to the retention of high quality
staff, but also positively impacts student achievement. Consequently, the School will adopt a
performance -based compensation plan that includes:
• Merit increases for faculty and staff are determined by a robust evaluation tool based on the
research of Robert Marzano, in alignment with statutory requirements.
• A "Cost of Living" adjustment option may be included in the schedule.
• Participation in various programs to provide incentive bonuses for teachers.
• Performance bonuses for Administration based on Academic Performance, Enrollment/Growth
and Culture metrics.
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• School wide performance incentive goal- provided to faculty and staff at schools that achieve
predetermined school wide academic improvement goals
• Stipends (supplements) are offered separately from base pay for Additional Academic
Responsibilities, Critical Teacher Shortage Areas, etc.
C.MERIT INCREASE SCHEDULE
Final Level Instructional staff member scores are calculated by combining the Instructional Practice and
Student Performance components of the final evaluation. Please see the school's approved evaluation
plan. Budget will determine the Effective teacher's percent increase. This percent increase will fall
between 50%-75% of the percent increase that Highly Effective teachers receive per statutory
requirements.
CSUSA PERFORMANCE EVALUATION RESULTS
INSTRUCTIONAL
INCREASE*
Level 1: UNSATISFACTORY/DEVELOPING/NEEDS
IMPROVEMENT
0%
Level 2: DEVELOPING/ NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
0%
Level 3: APPLYING / EFFECTIVE
2.0%
Level 4: INNOVATIVE / HIGHLY EFFECTIVE
2.67 - 4%
*Merit increases are subject to budget allocation
• A "Cost of Living" adjustment option may be included in the schedule, budget permitting.
•Stipends (supplements) are offered separately from base pay for Additional Academic
Responsibilities, including teaching extra periods and student supervision during planning,
lunch, before and after school.
• Cambridge AICE and College Board AP teachers earn $50 for every passing score earned by their
students in alignment with statute.
• State recognition funds are voted upon yearly in alignment with statute.
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Don Soffer Aventura High School
3151 NE 213th Street
Aventura, Florida 33180
Office Telephone: (786) 481-3032
Website: https://aventuracharterhs.org/