Sunrise School Events & Programs
Sunrise School Annual Events
Class-Led Celebrations
Each month, individual classes lead a school-wide exploration of a world holiday or celebration, offering multi-age experiential learning, community building, and mindfulness.
Community Events
Monthly events are designed to build meaningful connections between families, staff, and children outside of the classroom.
Community Work Day
A day dedicated to community building and maintaining the school's physical environment, typically held in August.
Annual Fundraiser
An event to generate funds for field trips, equipment, and teacher-requested items, with active parent participation encouraged.
Dress Up Day
An annual costume parade and trick-or-treating event in the morning, where children, staff, and parents dress in costumes and enjoy non-sugar treats.
Winter Performance
Each class creates a song, dance, or short play guided by art and music teachers, culminating in a performance during the winter season.
Sunrise School Annual Events
Shine
A student talent show featuring singers, dancers, jugglers, magicians, musicians, comedians, and more, celebrating the diverse talents of our student community.
Grandparent's Day
A special day for grandparents and elders to join for coffee, tea, snacks, and enjoy class performances, usually involving a visit to the grandchild’s class.
May Day
Celebrated on May 1st with a festival including a maypole, fairy costumes, strawberries, and whipped cream to welcome spring.
Staff Appreciation
An annual event organized by the Parent Council to thank the staff for their dedication, featuring special gifts from each classroom.
Imagine!
An end-of-year arts-focused event with performances featuring singing, instruments, dancing, acting, poetry, and visual arts created by preschool children and visiting artists.
Graduation
Preschoolers perform a poem or song and receive certificates of achievement, followed by a picnic lunch to celebrate their accomplishments.
School Holidays and Closures
Stay informed about our scheduled holidays and school closure dates throughout the year.
New Year’s Day Observed | January 1, 2024 |
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 15*, 2024 |
President’s Day Weekend | February 16 & 19, 2024 |
Memorial Day | May 27, 2024 |
Staff Training | June 28*, 2024 |
Labor Day | September 2, 2024 |
Veteran’s Day | November 11*, 2024 |
Thanksgiving Recess | November 28 & 29, 2024 |
Winter Break | December 23 - 31, 2024 |
New Year’s Day Observed | January 1, 2025 |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 20*, 2025 |
President’s Day Weekend | February 14 & 17, 2025 |
Memorial Day | May 26, 2025 |
Days marked with an * (asterisk) and shown in red are reserved exclusively for staff.
The calendar is subject to updates with a 30-day notice.
Staying Updated on Events
At Sunrise School, we believe in fostering a strong sense of community through various celebrations and events. Staying informed about these events is essential to fully participate and enrich your child's educational experience.
How To Stay Updated:
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Email Newsletters: Receive regular updates about school events and activities via email. Make sure your contact information is current.
School Calendar: Check the updated school calendar on the Sunrise School website for upcoming events and important dates.
Parent Portal: Use the Educate Database to access event information, class rosters, and sign up for alerts.
Bulletin Boards: Look for event announcements on the bulletin boards outside the office and in your child’s classroom.
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