The mission of Sunnylea Junior School, a small, community-oriented public school that is committed to excellence, is to ensure that our students achieve their academic, physical and social potential as a foundation for continued learning. Sunnylea is a safe and caring school. We act in cooperation with our community partners and encourage extensive parental involvement. Sunnylea Junior School has been serving local families since 1942. With teachers who work cohesively and collaboratively to set goals for student improvement, Sunnylea is ideally suited to create academic excellence for each individual student. 

Safe, Secure Learning Environment

Sunnylea Junior School provides students with a safe, secure learning environment. Consistent routines and expectations for behaviour create a calm, focused environment for student learning. Staff and parents nurture respectful and caring relationships where participation and effort are celebrated. Cross grade Learning Buddies and extracurricular activities allow students to develop positive relationships which carry over into the school yard. We believe that each of our students is unique and capable of achieving. Themes of friendship, caring, co-operation and perseverance are woven into the classrooms and school throughout each day

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High Expectations for Every Student

At Sunnylea, we hold high expectations for student achievement in all academic areas. With a focus on higher order thinking skills in Reading, Writing and Math, our students regularly either meet or exceed the provincial standards in these academic areas. French, Science, Social Studies, Music, Physical Education, Drama and Visual Arts complete the academic program. The non-profit Sunnylea Daycare and the Nursery Co-op share space in our school, and with the high levels of parent involvement and extensive extracurricular offerings, Sunnylea truly is a hub of the community.

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Excellent Extracurricular Program

Sunnylea teachers and parents volunteer many extra hours while offering a wide range of extracurricular activities. These activities include: Chess Club, Primary and Junior Choirs, Computer Club, Silver Birch Reading Club, and many competitive sports teams including cross country running, soccer, baseball, basketball, track and field and ice hockey. 

Computer Lab and Technology

Sunnylea students benefit from access to classroom computers and a fully equipped computer lab. Most classrooms have an interactive whiteboard and document camera, and all have Chromebooks or iPads. This provides for a more hands-on and constructivist approach to learning, and motivates students to participate in interesting and highly visual web-connected lessons.

Use of Data for School Improvement Planning

On a daily basis Sunnylea staff use data collected from working with students to set individual, classroom and school improvement goals. Rich learning tasks are evaluated for student comprehension, and classroom programs are adapted to meet the needs of student. Larger scale assessments such as E.Q.A.O. provide further information and direction for teaching and learning. 

Community Involvement and Charitable Contributions

Sunnylea models global citizenship by contributing to a variety of charities, including the Terry Fox Run, Food and Toy Drives, Winter Clothing Drive, Out of the Cold, Valentines for Vets. Students participated in the Community Cleanup, Walk to School Days, Earth Hour and many others. 

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• Active and Involved School Council
• Dedicated, Collaborative Teachers
• Sunnylea Childcare Partnership
• Family Fun Fair each Spring
• Parent Volunteers in the School
• Host to Co-op and Faculty Students 

Student Life - Where You Belong

Students at Sunnylea participate fully in classroom programs and the extra-curricular opportunities that make for a rich school life. Activities, clubs, choirs, leadership opportunities and athletic teams are provided to enrich and enhance student life at Sunnylea. Students at Sunnylea have the opportunity to participate in many athletic intramural and team sports: Cross Country Running, Soccer, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Dodgeball, Ice Hockey, Slo-Pitch and Track and Field are some of the annual offerings. As a Gold Certified Eco-School, our Green Team proudly involves students, staff and parents to work towards sustainable practices. Other clubs include our Primary/Junior Choirs, Silver Birch and Blue Spruce Reading Clubs, Chess Club, Calligraphy Club, and our Library Helpers. Students from grades one to five participate in our spring Talent Show, where students perform songs, dances, comedic and dramatic acts, gymnastics, etc. on our school stage. Sunnylea students also participate in many charitable activities including Valentine's for Vets, Bed Kits Around the World, Laps for Lungs, World Wildlife bake sale, Jump Rope for Heart, and the Terry Fox Run. 

What Sets Us Apart 

At Sunnylea, we have an embedded culture of high academic expectations. We expect students to try their best, to work hard and to learn. As a small community school, students develop the comfort that comes when working with staff who know them and support them. The halls and classes are rich with examples of student work in language, math, the arts, science and social studies. Sunnylea teachers spend time working together to share instructional strategies, to assess student work, and to set goals for student achievement. Teachers work collaboratively to plan literacy Teaching-Learning Critical Pathways, where specific cross-grade literacy goals are set, discussed, monitored and adapted throughout the year. Although each teacher has a unique approach to the art of teaching, all Sunnylea teachers are focused on sharing Learning Goals, setting Success Criteria with their students, and providing on-time descriptive feedback that allows students to monitor their own learning. When students know what is expected and how to get there, they have a much greater chance of success. 

Parent and Community Engagement

Sunnylea parents work closely with school staff to ensure that our school remains a vibrant, busy, and supportive place for students to learn. The functions of our School Council include providing feedback on school programs, fundraising, input on staffing, budget, communications, co-ordination of volunteers, environmental initiatives, school yard greening and political response. Regular volunteers help in the library, the computer lab, our classrooms and in the beautiful gardens that surround the school. Parents also organize Pizza Lunches, the Sunnylea Talent Show, our annual Book Fair, the QSP Magazine Fundraising Drive and other special events. Parent volunteers attend Ward Council meetings and Eco School's meetings. Each spring, parent volunteers organize the Sunnylea Family Fun Fair and Silent Auction, which is our main community building and fundraising event of the year.