Leadership
Wildflower Leadership
Sarah Rose, Principal
Email: srose@chooseAESD.org
Sarah Rose has served as an educator in the west valley for 18 years. She has been a middle school language arts teacher, new teacher mentor, professional development specialist and achievement advisor. Most recently, Mrs. Rose was the assistant principal at Eliseo C. Felix School in the Avondale Elementary School District. She holds a bachelor's degree in English from Gettysburg College, a master's degrees in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and in Educational Leadership from Arizona State University.
Lauren Lytle, Assistant Principal
Email: llytle@chooseAESD.org
Mrs. Lauren Lytle joins Wildflower Accelerated Academy with 21 years of experience in education. She spent 12 years teaching middle school English Language Arts before serving as an Instructional Coach, supporting teachers in curriculum, instruction, and professional growth. Most recently, Mrs. Lytle served in a student-centered leadership role as Dean of Students, fostering academic success, positive behavior, and student well-being.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Lytle has contributed to curriculum and assessment development, mentored new teachers, facilitated professional learning, and fostered strong partnerships among schools, families, and the community. She is passionate about creating environments where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, preparing them for success in high school and beyond.
Mrs. Lytle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a minor in Spanish from Arizona State University and a Master of Education in Educational Administration from Grand Canyon University.
Principal's Message
Dear Wildflower Families,
Welcome to the 2025 - 2026 school year! I am honored that you have chosen to enroll your children in our school. At Wildflower Accelerated Academy, our mission is that every student who attends our school will be ready to pursue their limitless future through honors and advanced coursework in high school and beyond. This school year will be a year of continued growth as we maintain our focus on excellence in teaching and learning and student leadership.
Visible Learning will remain a focus for the upcoming school year. Our staff will build students’ academic ownership through teaching our students to apply their learner dispositions when tackling complex learning experiences. At Wildflower Accelerated Academy, effective learners “Set the P.A.C.E.” Wildflower learners are Perseverant, Accountable, Collaborative, and Engaged! This year, we will take our focus on Visible Learning to the next level by teaching students how to give and receive effective feedback in order to improve their thinking and ability to demonstrate learning in all content areas.
As a Leader in Me school, we will build a supportive environment where every student is taught the 8 Habits of Highly Effective People and the highly effective leadership practices that accompany each habit. This year our teachers will empower students to be more actively engaged in leadership learning through the use of Leadership Portfolios to reflect on growth, set personal goals, monitor progress, and showcase achievements throughout the year. These portfolios will serve as a powerful tool to help students develop a strong sense of responsibility and pride in their leadership development.
In closing, I am so grateful to be part of the Wildflower community. Wildflower is a special place that is made stronger by the support of our families and community members. Together, we will create a culture that embodies our school’s motto: “Students Today, Leaders Tomorrow, Learners Forever.” I am looking forward to sharing another school year with you.
Warm Regards,
Sarah Rose, Principal
Wildflower Accelerated Academy
