Pate Early Childhood Center

10/02/2026

Today, Aurora R8 celebrates National Custodian Day!

We want to recognize our incredible custodians, along with our maintenance and grounds crews, who work tirelessly to keep our schools clean, safe, and in great shape. Much of their work happens behind the scenes, but the difference they make can be seen throughout our buildings and grounds every day.

Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and all you do to take care of Aurora R8!

10/02/2026

Homecoming Week is almost here, and our Robinson School and Pate students are invited to join the fun!

Celebrate AHS Homecoming 2026 with our “We Are Legendary” dress-up days:

Monday, Oct. 5 – Legendary Switch
Teachers dress like students, and students dress like teachers.

Tuesday, Oct. 6 – Legendary Duos
Pair up with a friend and dress as a legendary duo.

Wednesday, Oct. 7 – Legends of the West
Break out the boots, hats and flannels for Western Wear Day.

Thursday, Oct. 8 – A Legendary Win
Show your Houn Dawg pride by wearing red and black!

We can’t wait to see our youngest Houn Dawgs showing their school spirit as we celebrate Homecoming Week across Aurora R8!

10/01/2026

It was a great day on the farm!

Pate students enjoyed the annual FFA Farm Day, getting an up-close look at agriculture through hands-on activities, animals, equipment, and more.

A big thank you to our Aurora FFA students, advisors, and everyone who helped make the day possible. Our FFA students did a fantastic job sharing their knowledge and creating a fun learning experience for our younger Houn Dawgs.

Take a look at some of the fun from Farm Day!

09/29/2026

Pawsitive Referrals!

09/24/2026

09/23/2026

PK Screening for the 2027–2028 school year is now available!

Families interested in enrolling a child in Pre-K can complete the online application using the link below. As part of the application, you will be able to select an available screening time.

If all current screening appointments are filled, additional screening dates will be added during the second semester.

Apply and select a screening time here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDs-WP4rjQd5LY9YtPSVoIn4rLtM-RMYB7-ZpNDigCT74Mxg/viewform

Aurora R-8 School District