Sunrise Montessori School

Picture Day
2021-04-22 09:00 - 2021-04-23 12:00 (America/Toronto) | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Picture Day (ALL Classes) will take place on April 22 and 23, 2021. They serve as wonderful and precious memories for all parents, guardians, students and staff of Sunrise Montessori. All the student photos taken will be sold separately through an order form provided by the photography company. We will be publishing the class photos from the collection of individual student photos as part of the Year Book portraits at the end of the school year in June of next year.
The schedule for all students in Sunrise Montessori are as follows:
< Order of each class to be photographed will be arranged on that day. >

Classes / Programs
Day
Date

All Infant Classes, All Toddler Classes, Casa 1, 2, 3 and 4
Thursday
April 22

Casa 5, JK/SK, French Immersion and Elementary
Friday
April 23

Easter Monday (Holiday)
2021-04-05 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
Sunrise Montessori wishes ALL families a blessed Easter, with peace, joy, and happiness !
For Christians, Easter Sunday celebrates one of the greatest days in history – when Jesus, the Son of God, defeated death and rose from the grave. Easter Monday is a public holiday in many countries and is part of the Easter period. It is a Christian observance and is the day after Easter Sunday.
Click here to read more about Easter Monday.

Good Friday (Holiday)
2021-04-02 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
Sunrise Montessori wishes ALL families a blessed Good Friday.
May the glory of our Savior strengthen you and may His graces shine upon you on Good Friday and always!
Click here to read more about Good Friday.

COVID Important Screening Reminders
2021-03-23 - 2021-03-31 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Attached are two letters from the School, Child Care Centre and Day Programs Outbreak Intake Team of the Public Health Branch, Community and Health Services Department, reminding that we still need your help though by following these important reminders which are in place to ensure children aren’t bringing COVID into the school or childcare settings.
Click here to view –
Letter #1, Daily COVID-19 School and Child Care Screening Reminders (March 23 2021).
Letter #2, Parent Guardian Letter COVID-19 School and Child Care Screening Reminders.

Pink T-Shirt Day (Anti-Bullying Campaign)
2021-02-24 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Sunrise Montessori School strongly supports Anti-Bullying Day. It is a day when people wear mainly a pink shirt to symbolize a stand against bullying, an idea that originated in Canada. We encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying. Will you join in with us by wearing pink today?

RE-ENROLMENT PACKAGE for School Year 2021-2022
2021-02-19 - 2021-03-31 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Dear Parents / Guardians,
Re-enrolment for the 2021-2022 school year begins February 19, 2021. Families currently at the school will be given priority on class spaces until March 31, 2021, after which new families will be offered spaces.
We understand that this past year has been very challenging and uncertain as the COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on all of us – our daily lives and on our communities. We, at Sunrise Montessori School are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all children, family and staff and will continue to do so.
With this in mind, we would like to present our current families and any personal referrals with the first opportunity for enrolment for September 2021. We encourage parents to re-enroll promptly as spaces will not be reserved once a class has reached its intended teacher-student ratio. As there is currently a list of children on the wait list, we encourage all parents to re-enroll promptly.
Click on the links below to download the 2 attachments –

Re-enrolment Form 2021-2022
COVID-19 Policy February 2021 General

Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 905-477-2833 or via our email at office@sunrisemontessori.ca
Thank you and keep safe.
Sunrise Montessori Office

Family Day (Holiday)
2021-02-15 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
For all families and staff of Sunrise, we hope that you appreciate what you have and hold close to your loved ones. Enjoy and have a Happy Family Day !
Click here to read more about Family Day.

Happy Chinese New Year 2021 - Year of the Ox
2021-02-12 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
According to the 2021 Chinese horoscope, the Chinese Lunar New Year starts on Friday, February 12th, 2021 and it will last until Monday, January 31st of 2022.
The Ox is the second sign from the 12 animals cycle of the Chinese Astrology. Within the Chinese culture, it is the most important celebration, an occasion for familiar reunion and party. In the Chinese Zodiac, the Ox is very hardworking and methodical. 2021 is going to be a year when work will get rewarded, and those zodiac signs who are lucky in terms of money this year will be the ones that will make a considerable effort.
Sunrise Montessori wishes ALL families and Staff — Happiness and Prosperity throughout the New Year.

PA Day (School is Closed)
2021-02-12, 2020-11-20 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
PA Day is a Professional Activity Day for school staff and therefore there are no classes for students except for students registered with York Region Childcare Service at a fee. Childcare Service is available for parents who wish to register their child during the PA Day at an additional cost.
Please check out our school calendar for the complete list of activities pertaining to school events, holidays and closures.

Welcome New Year 2021 - A Fresh New Start
2021-01-01 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary).
We have arrived at another beginning of a new year – 2021.
While we are presently not out of the woods with the COVID situation, nevertheless, we are all hopeful and determined for a new and fresh start to the year…
Sunrise Montessori wishes All families, students and staff a Blessed New Year with Wonderful Health, Wealth and Happiness.
“Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man.” ― Benjamin Franklin

Boxing Day
2020-12-28 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary).
We wish all parents, children and staff a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
Enjoy your holidays and look forward to seeing you in the New Year 2021.
Lean more about boxing day here.

Christmas Day
2020-12-25 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary).
We wish all parents, children and staff a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
Enjoy your holidays and look forward to seeing you in the New Year 2021.

2020 Year End Updates from Premier of Ontario
2020-12-21 - 2020-12-31 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
On Monday, December 21, the Premier of Ontario announced Safer at Home Restrictions for the next 28 days and ordered a range of time-limited public health actions to help curb the spread of COVID-19. One such action is, starting December 26, 2020, all elementary schools, publicly-funded and private, will be closed for in person learning. Students enrolled in publicly-funded schools will move to virtual learning for the week of January 4 to January 8.
School will resume on the January 11, 2021 for the private school section (JK/SK and Elementary).
Due to the above directive, we will be conducting the virtual learning program from January 4 – January 8, 2021 for the JK/SK and the Elementary program. Our teachers will be contacting you directly to initiate this. Private school (JK/SK and Elementary classrooms) will resume in-class learning on January 11, 2021.
However Child care will remain open for the duration of these time-limited public health actions. Childcare here refers to the Toddler and Pre-school (Casa) programs.
Click on the link here to view the memo from the Phil Graham, the Assistant Deputy Minister of the Early Years and Child Care Division.

Parent Virtual Interview Day (No School)
2020-12-04 | Online Meeting, Online Meeting
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
Parents will be informed of the online session credentials as we get closer to this date.
Parent-teacher interviews give you a great opportunity :

To find out more about your child’s academic, emotional and social development at school.
You can also share information about your child and learn about their learning habits and life at school.
Discuss with the teacher, and ask questions about your child’s progress.
Make plans with the teacher about how you can both support your child.
Build a relationship with your child’s school.

If you don’t get through everything you want to discuss, you might need to arrange another meeting with your child’s teacher. If your child is present during the interview, you might want to request a separate meeting without your child to discuss any concerns.

Winter Break and Childcare Form (Casa & Elementary)
2020-12-01 - 2021-01-08 | ON
** Reminder to ALL Parents / Guardians **
Last Day of School before Winter Break is Friday, Dec 21, 2020.
Winter Break is from Monday, Dec 21, 2020 to Friday, Jan 1, 2021.
School will resume for Casa and Elementary on Monday Jan 4, 2021.
** Correction ** See revised memo here.

Attached herewith is the Winter Break Childcare Form (CASA and Elementary students only) for parents who wish to use Sunrise for additional Childcare services during this Winter Break. Please register by Nov 20, 2020.
The Toddler Program will be fully operational during the winter break.

Diwali Celebration (Nov 13)
2020-11-13 | ON
‘Diwali ki Shubhkamnayein‘ or ‘Shush Deepavali‘. These both mean Happy Diwali in Hindi.
Diwali is the five-day festival of lights, celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world. Diwali, which for some also coincides with harvest and new year celebrations, is a festival of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness.
Even though Diwali/Deepavali falls on Saturday, November 14, 2020, we will celebrate it on Friday, November 13, 2020 by way of encouraging our students to be dressed in their traditional costume.

Remembrance Day (Nov 11)
2020-11-11 | ON
Sunrise Montessori will commemorate Remembrance Day on Nov 11, 2020.
The City of Toronto’s Remembrance Week November 5 – 11, 2020, commemorates those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the First World War, the Second World War, the Korean War, Peacekeeping missions and in Afghanistan. During this week, we also honour our veterans and those who have served and continue to serve our country in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Two Minutes of Silence is the central element of Remembrance Day ceremonies. It is a time to pause and remember the service and sacrifice made by men and women who have given their lives in service to our country.
To learn more about Remembrance Day, click here.

Halloween Treat Special - Toddler Class 2020
2020-11-03 - 2020-11-06 | ON
NO TRICKS, JUST TREATS !!
Click here to enjoy this special Halloween treat created by the Toddler class of Sunrise Montessori.

Halloween Celebrations (Oct 30)
2020-10-30 | ON
HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO EVERYONE !
*** EXCITEMENT IS IN THE AIR…FEAST ON YOUR CHILD’S ARTWORK… CAPTURE THE HALLOWEEN PARADE ***
A Halloween Display of our children’s Artwork at the Front Outdoor Playground on Friday, October 30, 2020 followed by the individual Class Halloween Parade (according to the time schedule below).
Remember to bring a small pumpkin for your child on the Oct 28. All the Halloween artwork and handicrafts created by our JK/SK, French Immersion and the Elementary students will be displayed on designated tables/areas for all parents to enjoy.
Parents from the different classrooms are invited to come and join in the fun. Albeit to appreciate your child’s handiwork or to capture the precious moments of the individual classroom parade at the outdoor playground. Parents are only to join us during the scheduled time strictly. Parents are to watch the parade from the outside of the playground.
Class Schedule
9.15am – 9.30am – Elementary classroom (Ms Christina)
9.35am – 9.45am – French Immersion JK/SK (Mme Gigi)
9.50am – 10.05am – JK/SK 1 (Ms Rachel and Ms Victoria)
10.10am – 10.20am – Toddler
10.25am – 10.40am – CASA 2/3
10.45am – 11.00am – CASA 1/4
As the pandemic had restricted/limited the interaction between the parents and the school community, this will be an alternative way to foster productive collaboration among members of the school community while adhering strictly to the COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Social distancing is mandatory amongst parents.

Thanksgiving Day
2020-10-12 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary).
We hope ALL families will have a safe, wonderful and memorable Thanksgiving Day.
To learn more about Thanksgiving day, click here.

Virtual Q&A Roundtable (Interview with Parents)
2020-10-08 - 2020-10-31 | ON
Virtual Q&A Roundtable held on Oct 8, 2020 through Zoom
Hear existing parents share their personal experiences, insider reviews and perspectives on their decision process and how they found Sunrise Montessori in Markham, Ontario as the right school for their children.

How to choose the right school for your child ?
Will your child thrive in this school ?
What does your child say about the school ?
Is it safe to send your child to Sunrise during COVID-19 ?

Hear from actual parents of Sunrise. Recorded sessions on Youtube.

No.
Questions Asked

Question 1
Why did you choose the school originally? In which ways is the school what you expected, and in which ways is it not?

Question 2
What is the biggest impact the school has had on your child?

Question 3
What does your child have to say about the school?

Question 4
If the school were to be represented as a single person, what would its personality be like—in only three words?

Question 5
How would you describe the values of the school, and the values of the families in the school community?

Additional FULL reviews from other parents.
Click here to Contact Us for a one to one virtual appointment.

Attend the virtual School Expo
2020-10-03 - 2020-10-24 | ON
Attend the virtual School Expo from October 3 to 24, 2020.
The Admission Pathway is a sequence of events designed to deliver convenience & peace of mind in your search for the school that best fits your family’s needs. It’s a unique, once-a-year opportunity, and a journey where every step matters.

Learn from experts at the Virtual Expo
Hear from current parents: Q&A Roundtables
Speak directly with school admissions teams, one-on-one
RSVP for important Open House events and tours
Access key application requirements and deadlines

Click to register now: ourkids.net/pathway
or Contact us at 905-477-2833 to arrange for a virtual appointment.
Read recent full reviews from existing parents of Sunrise Montessori.
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October 3
Attend the virtual School Expo.
October 5 to 18
Attend virtual Q&A sessions about individual schools.
Speak directly with admissions officers.
Hear from current parents, alumni and school insiders.
October 5 to 24
Engage schools via one-on-one discovery meetings.
Arrange and attend school open houses or tours.

Parent Virtual Workshop (Sep 21)
2020-09-21 17:30 - 18:00 | Online Meeting, Online Meeting
Sunrise Montessori is organizing a Parent Virtual Workshop on Monday, Sep 21, 2020 from 5.30 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
The objective is to present the classroom curriculum as well as introduce the class teachers to you. It will be held online by the various individual classroom teachers where your child is presently studying. An invite will be sent by your classroom teacher inviting you to participate in the virtual workshop. The teachers will be discussing on the curriculum that will be taught for this first quarter of the school year. They will also be showing you the layout of the classrooms.
Please RSVP to your child’s classroom teachers to confirm your attendance.

Date
Monday – Sep 21, 2020

Program Classroom
All Classes (Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary)

Time
5.30 pm – 6.00 pm

Venue
Online – hosted by individual classroom teachers

Terry Fox National School Run (Sep 21)
2020-09-21 09:00 - 12:00 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
The attire for this event is the green T-shirt for CASA students and above. The toddlers may opt to purchase the green T-shirt at $18 each or to wear the pink T-shirt.
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On April 12, 1980, Terry Fox began his Marathon of Hope in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Terry brought an empty glass bottle to a small beach in Outer Cove and filled it with Atlantic seawater. He planned to pour the jug of water into the Pacific Ocean at the end of his run, symbolically connecting our country from coast to coast. Enthusiasm and support for Terry was growing but after 143 days, Terry was forced to stop running outside of Thunder Bay when his cancer returned to his lungs.
40 years later, our school is continuing Terry’s legacy by taking part in the Terry Fox School Run. Remember that we continue to walk in Terry’s footsteps, representing everything he stood for; compassion, courage and determination.
Terry once said, “Even if I don’t finish, we need others to continue. It’s got to keep going without me”.
We thank you for joining us in the fight against cancer and continuing Terry’s legacy for generations to come.

Sing Peace Around the World (Sep 18)
2020-09-18 | ON
All Classes: Toddlers, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary
We will hold this event during the individual outdoor play. The song sheet is attached herewith for you to practice with your child at home.
Our families know that a key component of the Montessori philosophy is the focus on peace education. Not only do students learn about cultures from around the world to gain respect for and understanding of people of many backgrounds, but they also participate in ongoing grace and courtesy exchanges, mindfulness exercises, and conflict resolution lessons. In addition, Montessori students learn about responsibility for themselves and their choices and for the care and caring of others and the environment, too.
Download the Lyrics : Light a candle for peace.
Watch the song : “Light a Candle for Peace”.

SCHOOL RE-OPEN (Sep 8, 2020)
2020-09-08 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Sunrise welcomes all parents, students and staff as we re-open the school on the Sep 8, 2020.
We know and understand this has been a difficult and challenging decision to make, that is, to return to work and care off your children in our midst. While there has been no official news of a cure found for COVID-19, there are however, many precautionary measures and policies that will be put into place for everyone’s safety. We encourage all parents to follow these policies strictly. Policy Compliance for COVID-19 prevention is mandatory for everyone.
The Ministry of Education have developed a guide to support the safe reopening of schools for the 2020-2021 school year. Click here to learn more.
The emphasis on health and safety of our students, parents, teachers and the school community will be our top priority.
Take Care and Be Safe,
Sunrise Montessori

Civic Day (Holiday)
2020-08-03 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
Civic Day is also known as Civic Holiday. The true meaning behind the holiday is to honour John Graves Simcoe, the first Lieutenant Governor of Ontario (then known as Upper Canada). He was also the founder of the Historic Fort York, the birthplace of modern Toronto.
Sunrise Montessori wishes ALL families a wonderful holiday. Celebrate and enjoy this long August weekend.
Click here to read more about Civic Day.

Canada Day (Holiday)
2020-07-01 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
It’s never too cold outside for Canada Day! Get together with family and friends and share the warmth for our great country.
Sunrise Montessori wishes everyone a wonderful day as we celebrate the birthday of Canada!
Click here to read more about Canada Day.

Summer Camp Programs (Cancelled)
2020-06-28 - 2020-08-29 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
** Summer Camp is cancelled due to COVID-19 **
Our Summer Camp Programs enable children to spend their free time positively and in a fun way. Learning programs and activities in these camps are based on the age groups. Selection of the right camp is crucial as it will help in developing the intellect, social, communication, character and leadership skills, as well as learning how to have fun for the children.
Register here for our Summer Camp Programs ! Instil in your child the desire for continuing education. Summer Camp is the perfect place for children where they get to learn lifelong skills.

Week
Dates
Program Highlights

Week 1
Jun 29 – July 3
Fun with Science – From Volcanoes to Space Exploration

Week 2
Jul 6 – Jul 10
Celebrating CANADA. Learn important and fun facts about Canada.

Week 3
Jul 13 – Jul 17
Intro to STEM –From Robotics and Inventors Workshop: Learn the basics of robotics, experiment and play in order to eventually make robots bend to your will. Lego fun and lots more

Week 4
Jul 20 – Jul 24
Art Attack – from sculpting to pottery clay.

Week 5
Jul 27 – Jul 31
Culinary Delight …from baking to making healthy foods and healthy smoothies.

Week 6
Aug 3 – Aug 7
Music Makers – learn through music & play.

Week 7
Aug 10 – Aug 14
Fun & Fitness. Check-out our Fun & Fitness multi-sport activity week. Sport activities including flag football, soccer, hockey and basketball. The focus will be on skills and drills, fitness, and fun!

Week 8
Aug 17 – Aug 21
Movie mania Talent Show – Children can make movies like Disney and act it out on stage.

Week 9
Aug 24 – Aug 28
Nature Exploration – Make DIY Bird Feeders, identify clouds, create an outdoor fairy garden, create nature collage…

Camp fees includes materials used for the various activities, lunch and snacks; excluding field trips.
There is an additional program from Aug 31 – Sept 4, 2020 that is offered for those children registered with the York Region Childcare Services and any interested children. Please see Ms. Grace for this registration.
