Family Day (Holiday)
2023-02-20 | 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.

Pink T-Shirt Day (Anti-Bullying Campaign)
2023-02-22 | 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?
On February 22, 2023, we encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.
The original event was organized by David Shepherd and Travis Price of Berwick, Nova Scotia, who in 2007 bought and distributed 50 pink shirts after male ninth grade student Chuck McNeill was bullied for wearing a pink shirt during the first day of school. In 2012, the United Nations declared May 4 as Anti-Bullying Day.

Spring / March Break (Mar 13-17, 2023)
2023-03-13 - 2023-03-17 | ON
Spring / March Break is from Mar 13 – 17, 2023. No school for Casa, JK/SK and Elementary Programs.
The Infant and Toddler Program will be fully operational during the spring break.
We hope ALL families will have a safe and wonderful week.
To find out what interesting things you can do on your March break in the Toronto, GTA and Hamilton areas, click here.

Good Friday (Holiday)
2023-04-07 | 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.

Easter Monday (Holiday)
2023-04-10 | 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.

Picture Day (Apr 20-21, 2023)
2023-04-20 - 2023-04-21 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Picture Day (ALL Classes) will take place on April 20 and 21, 2023. 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 20

Casa 5, JK/SK, French Immersion and Elementary
Friday
April 21

It's Open House Time !
2023-05-06 10:00 - 2023-05-27 13:00 (America/Toronto) | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Come visit us during our Open House – from 10 am to 1 pm on the following dates below.
Tour the school and learn how we help prepare your children academically, socially and emotionally for success.
Looking forward to meeting with you!

Month
Dates (Saturdays)

May
6, 13 and 27

Tour Highlights:

Meet & Greet Our Teachers
View the Classrooms & Spacious Facilities
Overview of Curriculum Materials
Available French Immersion Program
Nutritional Meal Plans
Get to Know Before & After School Programs
CWELCC Program

Click here for Class Programs and Offerings
Summer Camp Registration Form

Victoria Day (Holiday)
2023-05-22 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
As the citizens of Canada, we must pay tribute and thank the wonderful Queen Victoria on her special day…. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Victoria Day.
Click here to read more about Victoria Day.
Click here for fun facts: Twenty things you didn’t know about Victoria Day.

2023 SMS Carnival (June 17)
2023-06-17 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The carnival on June 17 is one week away. Looking back, Sunrise Montessori School has come a long way since its opening in September 1988 to present day, covering a span of 35 years as one of the best schools in the Markham district.
This carnival event will be a fun filled day for all families and ages to celebrate along with Father’s Day; from talent shows featuring present and former Sunrise students, performances by Sunrise teachers, Father and Child acts, to exciting activities and games for everyone i.e. Hair braiding, Face painting, Tattoo/Henna, Twisty Balloons, Pinata, Nail Polish, Necklace making, 50/50 Draw and lots, lots more. Please click on the link to see the entire carnival schedule.
Our main theme for this carnival is the Frozen and Marvel Superheros. There will be characters dressed up for photo taking with your child/family. We hope you have a blast with your instant Polaroid memorabilia of this event.
All stations will be outlined as shown in the carnival schedule here. Families are encouraged to purchase their tickets ahead of time or at the ticket sales booth on June 17 for the activities, games or meals.
We cordially invite you and your families to be part of our significant milestone.
We look forward to your continued support.
Thank you,
Ivy Koo

Last Day of School (Jun 29, 2023)
2023-06-29 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
The last day of school (for Casa and Elementary classes) will be on Thursday, Jun 29, 2023.
Parents and Guardians are encouraged to register for the Summer Camp courses as early as possible as Summer classes fill up quickly and most have limited capacity.
Infant and Toddler Program will continue as scheduled.

New School Year Re-enrolment
2024-10-26 - 2024-11-15 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Dear Parents,
The registration is now OPEN for the coming School Year starting on September 2025. The 2025-2026 re-enrolment form is available by clicking here. We encourage parents to re-enrol early and promptly as spaces will not be reserved once a class has reached its intended teacher-student ratio.
To register, please fill out the 1 page electronically and save it, after which you can print out and sign the form manually if you are unable to sign it. Alternatively, you can click on the link to follow some simple instructions if you would like to add a digital signature to your pdf form.
Please submit the completed, signed form to office@sunrisemontessori.ca. All Registrations are considered complete upon receipt of the completed registration form with the PAID total tuition and activity fees.
Please note that the above registration process applies to ALL students (including the students registered with York Region Childcare Services).
Please register as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment. The enrolment is based on first come first serve basis and subject to space availability.
The Infant & Toddler Programs have all reached their maximum capacites for the new school year starting September 2025.
We have few spaces left for the Pre-School, JK/SK and the Elementary Program for the coming school year 2025-2026. We encourage parents to re-enrol early and promptly as spaces will not be reserved once a class has reached its intended teacher-student ratio.
Please contact me at 905 477 2833 if you have any questions.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Ms Grace Koo
Principal

Remembrance Day Observance
2024-11-11 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Sunrise Montessori will commemorate Remembrance Day on Nov 11, 2024.
This day 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 honor 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.
Importance of Remembrance, click here.

PA Day (School is Closed)
2024-11-15 | 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.

Parent Interview Day (No School)
2024-12-06 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK & Elementary).
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.

* NEW * SMS Year End Fiesta
2024-12-10 - 2024-12-13 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Tis the time of the year again… Hip Hip Hooray…
Fiesta! Food! Fun! Arts & Crafts! Dancing! Singing! Games! Photo taking and lots lots more.
Get ready for an unforgettable hour packed with exciting activities, fun games, mouth-watering food, and amazing music – all for …. parents, grand parents, guardians and others
Parents will be joining in the fun by making arts & crafts with their child/children, sip a cup of tea/coffee, dig into the cookie jar, plus lots lots more. The lovely renditions from our children will add so many charming extras, from sounds, to music, to dances, to plays and even little movements. It makes this year end fiesta …magical
The Year End Fiesta will be held at the Indoor Gymnasium.
The following is the schedule:

Date
Time
Class

Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Cancelled / School Closed due to power outage on Dec 10.
Classes Rescheduled (See Below)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024
9:30am – 10:30am
Toddler 3

11:00am – 12:00pm
CASA 3

2:30pm – 3:30pm
Toddler 1

Thursday, December 12, 2024
9:30am – 10:30am
CASA 4

11:00am – 12:00pm
CASA 2

1:00pm – 2:00pm
French Immersion & Elementary

2:30pm – 3:30pm
Toddler 2

Friday, December 13, 2024
9:30am – 10:30am
CASA 1

11:00am – 12:00pm
CASA 5

12:30pm – 1:30pm
JK/SK 1

2:00pm – 3:00pm
JK/SK 2

Winter Break (Casa, JK/SK & Elementary)
2024-12-23 - 2025-01-03 | ON
** Reminder to ALL Parents / Guardians **
Programs will resume for Casa (Pre-school) on Thursday, Jan 2, 2025.
and Private School (JK, SK and Elementary) on Monday, Jan 6, 2025.
Please download a copy of the updated School Calendar for your reference.
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Winter Break for:
Casa (Pre-School) is from Monday, Dec 23, 2024 to Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025.
Private School (JK, SK, Elementary) is from Monday, Dec 23, 2024 to Friday, Jan 3, 2025.

No school for Casa and Elementary Programs during winter break.
The Infant Program and Toddler Program will be fully operational during the winter break.

Christmas Eve (School ends at 2 pm)
2024-12-24 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Infant and Toddler Classes closes at 2 pm.
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 2025.

Christmas Day (Holiday)
2024-12-25 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
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 2025.

Boxing Day (Holiday)
2024-12-26 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary).
We hope ALL families will have a safe, wonderful and joyous Boxing Day.
To learn more about Boxing day, click here.
How did Boxing Day get its name?
The name comes from a time when the rich used to box up gifts to give to the poor. Boxing Day was traditionally a day off for servants – a day when they received a special Christmas box from their masters. The servants would also go home on Boxing Day to give Christmas boxes to their families.

New Year Eve - Goodbye 2024 !
2024-12-31 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Infant and Toddler Classes closes at 2 pm.
We are 1 day away from another beginning of a New Year – 2025.
Sunrise Montessori wishes All families, students and staff a Blessed New Year with Wonderful Health, Wealth and Happiness.

Welcome New Year 2025 !
2025-01-01 | ON
No school for ALL Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary).
We have arrived at another beginning of a New Year – 2025.
Sunrise Montessori wishes All families, students and staff a Blessed New Year with Wonderful Health, Wealth and Happiness.
“We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.” – Edith Lovejoy Pierce

Parent Workshop (Jan 23 & 24)
2025-01-23 18:00 - 2025-01-24 19:00 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Sunrise Montessori is organizing an In-Person Parent Workshop from Thursday, Jan 23rd to Friday, Jan 24th from 6.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Please check below for the day you will be required to be involved.
The objective is to present the classroom curriculum as well as introduce the class teachers to you. It will be held in the individual classroom where your child is presently studying.
Please RSVP to your child’s classroom teachers to confirm your attendance.

Date
Thursday – Jan 23, 2025
Friday – Jan 24, 2025

Program / Classroom
Infant, Toddler, Casa 1, Casa 2, and Casa 3
Casa 4, Casa 5, French Immersion, JK/SK 1, JK/SK 2, and Elementary

Time
6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
6.00 pm – 7.00 pm

Venue
Individual Classroom
Individual Classroom

Happy Chinese New Year 2025 - Year of the Snake
2025-01-29 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
In 2025, we will enter the Year of the Snake, a sign known for its enigmatic and introspective nature. The Year of Wood Snake will begin on January 29th, 2025 (Chinese New Year) and end on February 16th, 2026.
According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Snake is the sixth animal in the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, following the Dragon and preceding the Horse. Known for its enigmatic, intuitive, and wise nature, the Snake embodies a unique blend of charm and mystery. People born in the Year of the Snake are often perceived as graceful, analytical, and insightful, with a deep-seated need for introspection and personal growth.
Within the Chinese culture, the Chinese New Year is the most important celebration, an occasion for familiar reunion and party.
We will celebrate this auspicious event on – Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

Teachers will organize individual class party.
Parents help to bring in New Year goodies and other foods.
We encourage all parents to dress up your child/ren in festive attires.

Sunrise Montessori wishes ALL families and Staff — KUNG HEI FATT CHOY !
Happiness and Prosperity throughout the New Year.
祝 你 新 的 一 年 快 乐 幸 福。
Click here to read what the 15 days of Chinese New Year means.

Valentine's Day Blessings
2025-02-13 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
This Valentine’s Day, the students at Sunrise will prepare cards and posters to celebrate and cherish their loved ones. Let your child know how much you cherish them by also sending them well Valentine’s day wishes.
After all, where would you be without the love and support of your family? When your child sends a heartfelt Valentine’s Day blessing or Valentine’s Day card for family, they are spreading that simply beautiful feeling of love. So on February 14th, let’s take a few moments from our day of roses, chocolates and balloons and praise God for these special family members that He placed in our lives.
May your life be filled with the gifts of love on this year’s Valentine and may the charm of love stay with you forever. Happy Valentine’s day.
Sunrise Montessori wishes everyone a Wonderful and Memorable Valentine’s day
God bless you on this special day.
God keep you in His care.
And may His blessings and His Love go with you everywhere.

PA Day (School is Closed for JK/SK & Elem Only)
2025-02-14 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
No school ONLY for JK/SK & Elementary Classes.
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.

Family Day (Holiday)
2025-02-17 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8

Pink T-Shirt Day (Anti-Bullying Campaign)
2025-02-26 | 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?
On February 26, 2025, we encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.
The original event was organized by David Shepherd and Travis Price of Berwick, Nova Scotia, who in 2007 bought and distributed 50 pink shirts after male ninth grade student Chuck McNeill was bullied for wearing a pink shirt during the first day of school. In 2012, the United Nations declared May 4 as Anti-Bullying Day.

Spring / March Break (Mar 10-14, 2025)
2025-03-10 - 2025-03-14 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Spring / March Break is from Mar 10 – 14, 2025. No school for All Classes (Infant, Toddler, Casa, JK/SK and Elementary Programs).
Under the new guidelines given by CWELCC system in December 2024, the Infant and Toddler Programs will also be closed during the Spring and Winter break starting from 2025.
We hope ALL families will have a safe and wonderful week.
To find out what interesting things you can do on your March break in the Toronto, GTA and Hamilton areas, click here.

Picture Day (Mar 26-27, 2025)
2025-03-26 - 2025-03-27 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
Picture Day (ALL Classes) will take place on March 26 and 27, 2025. 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, and 3
Wednesday
March 26

Casa 4, 5, JK/SK, French Immersion and Elementary
Thursday
March 27

Good Friday (Holiday)
2025-04-18 | School, 180 Amber St, Markham, ON, L3R 3J8
