Leadership
Wildflower Leadership
Sarah Rose, Principal
Email: srose@chooseAESD.org
Sarah Rose brings 20 years of experience in education to Wildflower Accelerated Academy. Throughout her career, she has served in a variety of roles, including middle school English Language Arts teacher, new teacher mentor, professional development specialist, achievement advisor, assistant principal, and now principal. Prior to leading Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Mrs. Rose served as the assistant principal at Eliseo C. Felix School in the Avondale Elementary School District, where she supported school improvement efforts, instructional excellence, and positive school culture.
Mrs. Rose is passionate about creating a school where every student feels valued, challenged, and empowered to succeed. She believes that strong relationships, high expectations, and meaningful collaboration among staff, students, families, and the community are the foundation of an exceptional learning environment. She is committed to supporting both students and educators as lifelong learners and leaders while ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Mrs. Rose holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Gettysburg College, a Master of Education from the University of Pittsburgh, and a Master of 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 2026–2027 school year! I am honored that you have chosen Wildflower Accelerated Academy for your child's educational journey. Our staff is excited to partner with you as we continue our commitment to providing a rigorous, supportive, and engaging learning environment where every student is empowered to achieve success.
This year, our school-wide focus is on developing leaders who truly Set the PACE. At Wildflower, we believe leadership is not defined by a title—it is demonstrated through the choices we make every day. Our students will learn to be Perseverant, Accountable, Collaborative, and Engaged learners who embrace challenges, take ownership of their learning, work effectively with others, and actively contribute to our school community. These dispositions will be intentionally taught, modeled, and celebrated in every classroom as we prepare students for success in school and beyond.
As a Leader in Me school, we will continue to cultivate leadership through the 8 Habits of Highly Effective People while providing students with meaningful opportunities to lead, set goals, reflect on their growth, and make a positive impact on others.
Our commitment to high-quality instruction also remains at the heart of everything we do. Through our continued implementation of Visible Learning, students will deepen their understanding of what they are learning, why it matters, and how they can continue to grow. By combining strong instruction with student leadership, we are creating a culture where every learner is empowered to take ownership of their success.
Wildflower Accelerated Academy is a special place because of the partnership we share with our families and community. Together, we will inspire our students to persevere through challenges, act with integrity, collaborate with purpose, and remain engaged in their learning every day.
Thank you for your continued trust and support. I look forward to another incredible year as we work together to ensure every Wildcat truly Sets the PACE.
Warm Regards,
Sarah Rose, Principal
Wildflower Accelerated Academy