An Auldern Academy girl is…
Motivated. Unique. Courageous.

Student Life Mission Statement

The Student Life Department cultivates a nurturing, living, and learning community where each student can grow and gain confidence in her unique gifts and abilities. We strive to teach, both formally and informally, social and life skills necessary for success.  Student Life Counselors help draw parallels between campus expectations and life after Auldern. When students engage in the Student Life program, they recognize their importance as individuals and develop a sense of purpose necessary to be confident, active, and courageous community members. Through this process of seeking independence and self-awareness, students grow towards a meaningful life with significant and productive connections with others.

At Auldern Academy, girls are encouraged to pursue their passions; become self-sufficient and acknowledge and nurture their strengths. An Auldern Academy experience fosters curious and independent leaders who are prepared to contribute as compassionate citizens of society. Our Student Life program provides a nurturing, structured environment where students can develop the life skills required for independent living while also learning to become a contributing member of the school community as a whole. Student Life staff provides supervision both on and off campus while serving as mentors, teachers, surrogate parents, counselors, and role models to students around the clock. These relationships are essential in fostering a sense of safety, security, and trust with our students.  We are committed to providing a welcoming and comfortable environment that alleviates the stress of being away from home. Surrounded by a nurturing community, made up of peers, therapists, teachers, administrative and Student Life staff who encourage curiosity and independence, girls feel free to take risks to grow in bold and powerful ways. Our goal is to make each student’s experience on campus feel like home.

 

Campus Life
Our students are housed in our modern dormitories that provide or allow the following services and amenities to make life more enjoyable:
Daily wholesome meals at our dining facility
24- hour health services
On campus school store
Access to movies/flat screen TVs
Mail service
Fitness Room
Laundry room

Auldern “Families”

Each girl is assigned to a “family” that coordinates with a specific therapists, student life and academic staff member. Families are also given a month during the school year where they plan community activities, events, outings, as well as community service.

On and Off Campus Community Service
Every Saturday the community does either on or off campus community service. On campus community service consists of planting flowers, cleaning vans, deep cleaning buildings, windows and chores. Girls with off campus community service privilege may volunteer at the Goat House, Care animal shelter, Habitat for Humanity, Tiger Rescue, local 5 or 10 k runs, Crop Walk and Special Olympics.  The aim of community service is to allow students to develop self-esteem, self-worth, generosity, industriousness, cultivate empathy, and a spirit of altruism.

 

The Phase System

The Philosophy of the Phase system:

Apprentice: Initial phase upon entering Auldern. This is our trust building phase.
Humanitarian: Second phase, comes with more trust and privileges.
Ambassador: Third phase, girls move upstairs, trustworthy and independent
Leader: Fourth phase

 

Student Government

This student body consist of a representative from each family, vice governess and governess. These representatives are voted in by their family and there is a voting/election held each semester. (Chris Will = Content) Ownership of positive peer culture

 

Honor Code

Girls are expected to follow the honor code, as well as hold peers accountable. Honor council is held with student government, academics, head of school, student life and therapist to address any issues breaking any policies.

 

Big Sis/Little Sis Program

Upon arrival, each new Auldern student is paired with a current student in our Big Sis Program. The Big Sis will pair up with her little to help support her transition into the community.

 

Church

Girls regularly attend church. Auldern tries to be inclusive of various faiths, which can include cooking meals for Jewish holidays etc…

 

Activities

Pottery
Guitar
Yoga
Choir
Horseback Riding
Talent Shows
Community Service
Tennis
Run Club
Dances
Photography
Spa Night
Positivity Outings
Concerts
Plays/Theater
Game Nights
Holiday

Examples of Outings
Mall
S&T’s
Bookstores
Movies
Zoo
Museum
Paint Your Pottery
Thrift Stores
Nail Salon
Theater (Shakespeare)
Parks
Amusement Parks

Summer
Water Slides/Games
Amusement Parks
Water Park

Winter
Ice Skating
Sledding

Fall
Fair
Pumpkin Patch
Haunted Trail
Scarowinds

Spring
Easter Activities
Valentines Activities