Aurora Scholars

Early in April we got a letter for Justin from the City of Aurora, saying that he had been chosen as an Aurora Scholar for the 7th grade in his school.  The next day we got one for Keelan!  We were very proud of our boys, as there is only one student chosen per grade in each school.

About Aurora Scholars from the City of Aurora webpage:

Honoring the students of AuroraSince 2009, the city of Aurora has honored one student from each grade in every school building in Aurora in a citywide ceremony with the city's mayor and city council, school superintendents and other designees. Students receive a certificate and gifts donated by the community.

Students in grades 1 through 12 are selected by the principal and teachers at their school for being an overall first-rate student and a excellent member of the school community. The program is designed to identify those students in Aurora who strongly contribute to the life and community of their respective school. They might be a stellar student athlete, a terrific citizen, a high academic achiever or a dedicated volunteer. But most important, they go above and beyond in whatever they do best.

 

It’s an opportunity for the city of Aurora, schools and families to come together to celebrate the achievements of Aurora's future leaders. More than 450 students each year in Aurora Public Schools, Cherry Creek Schools, and charter, parochial and private schools are honored annually through the Aurora Scholars program.

Keelan's ceremony was first.  It was very crowded and we ended up sitting way up high in the bleachers beside the stage, so our pictures are from the side.  And far away, zoomed in on my phone's camera, haha.  This is the front of the program and Keelan's name with his school.

I took this with my phone from far away.  But I think he saw me.  He's sitting with the other three students from his school and his principal.

Waiting in line for his medal.

And waiting in line to shake hands with the mayor.  His principal, Dr. Davis, is introducing the students at the podium.

Wearing his Aurora Scholar key.

Justin's ceremony was the next night.  This time we knew to go early, but we were still not near the front!  Here is the front of the program and his name with his school.

Receiving his medal.

Ready to shake hands with the mayor.  His principal, Mrs. Black, is introducing the students at the podium.

Wearing his Aurora Scholar key.

We are proud of these boys!