Mike Woolson

As parents, one of the more common challenges you probably face is finding the right balance between household and academic responsibilities. Read on for a practical guide to help you navigate this, ensuring chores and schoolwork are done—without stress! Establish a Routine A consistent routine is key to helping children manage both their academic and […]

As education continues to evolve, parents are often faced with choosing between traditional methods and newer, student-centered approaches. Progressive education, often misunderstood as a radical departure from established norms, is, in fact, a thoughtful model that focuses on cultivating the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, and socially. At Aurora School, we’ve embraced the best of both worlds,

Middle school is a transformative period in a young person’s life, marked by rapid social, emotional, and academic changes. These years can be exciting and rewarding but also challenging as students navigate heightened emotional sensitivity, peer relationships, and increasing independence. According to the American Psychological Association, early adolescence often brings a surge of self-awareness and

At Aurora School, we believe that a truly impactful education nurtures the whole child, sparking creativity, fostering critical thinking, and cultivating skills that prepare students for everything life has to offer. Our robust specialist program exposes students to a wide range of topics that encourage movement, thinking, and creativity. A well-rounded education isn’t just about exposure

  Research has shown that students develop better confidence and leadership skills when their learning environment provides social flexibility, academic differentiation, and stronger relationships with teachers and peers. For that reason, multi-grade classrooms have been part of our educational model since our inception in 1988. Aurora’s Lower School features combined-grade classrooms: K/1, 2/3, and 4/5

  At Aurora School, the foundation for a well-rounded education extends beyond academics. We are dedicated to nurturing students who excel in the classroom and develop into compassionate, empathetic, and socially adept individuals. One program that reflects these values is our Partner Pals program—a cross-age peer mentoring initiative that fosters leadership, empathy, and social skills

  Managing screen time is a major challenge for parents and caregivers. With the rapid rise in technology usage, children and teens are exposed to screens more than ever, from smartphones and tablets to gaming systems and laptops. While screens can be educational and entertaining, balancing their use is crucial for a child’s mental and

  Experiential learning may be broadly described as a engaged process of learning by doing, supplemented at the outset with more traditional instruction to lay the educational groundwork and followed up by an assessment of the experience and the hands-on results. There’s nothing new or radical about the concept, it has long existed in lab

  The Benefits of Looping in Education Many educational strategies aim to boost students’ academic performance, foster emotional stability, and create a positive school experience. One model that is popular in Finland, and other European countries and is growing in popularity among schools is looping, where students stay with the same teacher for more than