Our School

Grades Taught

K - 4

About

Aurora is a K-4 school of approximately 385 students. It was built in 1992. We are located in Drayton Valley, Alberta, 100 km. southwest of Edmonton. Our school division is Wild Rose Public Schools, whose central office is located in Rocky Mountain House. Our special programs include: Aurora Watch, after school P.E., hot lunch program, annual concerts, monthly assemblies, choirs, cultural performances, daily P.E., enrichment, house leagues, learning expedition, Safe & Caring Schools, running/walking club, archery, and health champions

Introduction

Principal

Murray Carefoot - Principal

Kim Desmarais - Vice-Principal

Administration

Motto

Mission

To provide the best well-rounded education to the Aurora School community within a caring environment.

Philosophy

Beliefs

Safe & Caring

a place where all children feel accepted by everyone
a family atmosphere promoting enjoyment of learning by everyone
staff friendliness and high staff morale
clear, strong, consistent discipline procedures
safe, clean, facility and grounds

Learning

involved parents and an effective School Council
a broad program exposing students to a variety of learning opportunites that promote emotional, academic, social and physical well-being
high academic standards revolving around literacy and numeracy
assessment for learning emphasis
strong but judicious, use of technology, including Smart Boards
strong, collaborative school leadership
effective, focused Professional Learning groups
enrichment opportunities for students to stretch themselves usning Multiple Intelligences