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“Seeking the Son in Everything”
A private elementary Christian school providing education
for children in Prince Edward County since 1986.
Sonrise Christian Academy
Is a place to ...
Grow – We provide unique opportunities for
children to grow and reach their full potential
academically, spiritually, physically, and
emotionally.
Learn – We offer our students an enriched
Christ-centred curriculum taught by caring
teachers who are dedicated to academic
excellence. Our curriculum meets and exceeds
the expectations of the Ontario Curriculum.
Play – We encourage students to enjoy
themselves as they learn, as they play at recess
and as they participate in extra-curricular
activities.
Discover – We aim to help children discover
and develop their God given gifts and abilities.
Photo Courtesy of Phil Norton
Sonrise Christian Academy
Is a place to ...
Serve – Students learn and are given
opportunities to serve each other and their
community.
Connect – Small class sizes provide a family
atmosphere that encourages students to
connect and build friendships. Children learn to
respect each other and live in community.
Worship – As a school we gather together to
pray, sing praises and read God’s word together.
Build – Staff and parents work together to build
a strong foundation for children to grow based
on Christian values.
Photo Courtesy of Phil Norton
“Sonrise provides our 3 children with an enriched
education in a warm, caring environment. Students
are encouraged to strive for grades but never sacrifice
courtesy and kindness to one another. The children
delight in each other’s successes.” V.G.
“Sonrise Christian Academy integrates academic,
moral and spiritual education. The small classes and
whole school philosophy support student progress in
curriculum, sports and artistic activities, all within a
Christian environment. Sonrise has been an excellent
school for our children.” H.C
Photo Courtesy of Phil Norton
Students at Sonrise Christian Academy have
the opportunity to participate in a wide range of
activities. The goals of the activities range from
enhancing the curriculum, promoting physical
fitness, serving God and the community, and
promoting a family-like atmosphere within our
school.
Afternoon Live Talent
Shows
Bowling
Camping
Chapels
Community Christmas
Carol Sing
Downhill Skiing
Father/Son Barbecue
Field Trips
Grandparents’ Day
Hot lunches
Local parades
Photo Courtesy of Phil Norton
Mother/Daughter Tea
Musical productions
Parent/Student
Soccer game
Science Fairs
Service projects
Skating
Speech and Storybook
competitions
Swimming
Team Sports
Theme and spirit days
Track and Field
Photo Courtesy of Phil Norton
Photo Courtesy of County Weekly News
Awarded for Excellence
Sonrise Christian Academy was awarded the Exemplary School Program Award
for 2008-09 from ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) for being an
innovative educational program in the category of spiritual enrichment.
In 2004 and 2005 Sonrise was selected as a finalist for the Donner Canadian
Foundation Award for Excellence in the delivery of traditional education. The Donner
Awards recognizes excellence by Canadian non-profit organizations in the delivery
of social services.
Home School Program
Home school families have the option of enrolling on a part time basis. We offer
instruction in French, Music, Art and Physical Education two afternoons a week for
children in grades 1 to 8.
“Come and discover education with a difference.”
For more information
Please visit our website at
www.sonrisechristianacademy.com
Contact Information
Sonrise Christian Academy
58 Johnson Street
Picton, Ontario K0K 2T0
(613) 476 -7883
office@sonrisechristianacademy.com
Sonrise is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and is registered with
Ontario Ministry of Education and Training