The Priory’s mission is to nurture each child’s inherent curiosity, develop an enthusiasm for learning and encourage intellectual and creative initiative, preparing the child to be a responsible, tolerant and self-confident global citizen.

Dear Priory Families,

At The Priory, our hallways are always adorned with student classwork and artwork, showcasing the diversity of topics taught by our passionate faculty. Each time I pass a bulletin board or a wall in the classroom area, I have the fortunate opportunity to learn something new from our students. Priory children have endless opportunities to express themselves in creative and meaningful ways. Their work reflects their academic journey and highlights the tremendous learning that takes place in every class.

During art class, Mme Mossalim aims to present students with projects that not only inspire them to try something new, but also challenge some established rules and push the boundaries of art-making in a fun and creative way. Almost every artist is connected to a new project, allowing them to learn about the artist, as well as the style and era of the work being created.

Here are just a few examples of the artworks created by students of various grade levels that adorn the walls and corridors of The Priory.

Please take some time to appreciate the creative talents of our students!

Santa's Flea Market

It's that time of year again! Our cherished annual event, Santa's Flea Market, will take place on Friday, December 15th. This gives students a chance to do some holiday shopping while also raising money for those in need. All proceeds are donated to charities selected by our student council.

For this event to truly be successful, we really need your help. We would greatly appreciate donations of gently used items that would make appropriate gifts for moms, dads, sisters, brothers, or other special family members. Please look around your home for treasures you no longer need, place them in bags labeled "Flea Market," and ask your children to drop them off in the grade 6 classroom.

We would also appreciate items such as wrapping paper, bags, bows, gift tags, scotch tape, etc., for gift wrapping.

Items range in price from $2-$5. To provide your child with the opportunity to purchase presents for every member of their family, please plan to send your child to school with $10 to $20 (preferably in loonies and toonies) no later than December 15th.

Our Annual Christmas Concert

Our highly anticipated Christmas concert is fast approaching and promises to be an exciting family event that you won't want to miss. As the holiday season draws near, our talented children have been working hard to bring you an afternoon filled with joy!

Mark Your Calendars as our students take the stage!

DATE: Wednesday, December 20, 2023

TIME: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: The Paré-Howlett Hall (Priory gym)

DRESS: Please click on the button below for details

REMINDER: Unlock EI at Home

Join Mr. Mercuri, our SEL Coordinator, next Thursday, November 30th for an interactive workshop designed to empower parents and caregivers with the transformative RULER approach and Mood Meter. Discover the keys to recognizing, understanding, and effectively managing emotions within your family.

Please register here.

REMINDER: Parent Survey

At The Priory, we value our parent's input. From time to time, we ask families to share their insights and provide us with valuable feedback by completing a survey.

To ensure that our After School Program, in partnership with Laurus Lifestyles, meets the needs of our students and families, we would appreciate your insights. If your child has participated in our After School Program this year, including extracurricular activities and Ped Day daycare services, we respectfully request that you take a moment to complete a short survey.

Your feedback is important to help us provide the best possible experience for our students and families.

Calling All Actors!

“Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world” (“Matilda” by Roald Dahl)

The Drama Club is back and on the lookout for talented performers to join us in changing the world as part of this year's Priory drama production of MATILDA. Whether you are in Grades 4,5 & 6 and enjoy being on stage, or if you're simply looking for a new adventure, we invite you to attend auditions on Monday, December 4 from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. A second audition will take place during afternoon recess on December 11. 

Rehearsals will be every Monday after school from January to May. Please register for auditions by completing the questionnaire. 

Drama Club Directors: Ms. Parker (Grade 3 teacher) and Ms. Zarina (Grade 1B teacher)

PPA Meeting Wednesday, November 29th, 8:30 a.m.

Dear Priory Parents, 

We are very much looking forward to seeing you at our next meeting on Wednesday, November 29^th at 8:30 a.m. 

Be sure to sign in at the Front Office then meet in the Library downstairs. Refreshments will be served! 

Thank you,

PPA Steering Committee

This meeting will be simultaneously offered as a Zoom for those unable to join in person:

Zoom Meeting URL

Meeting ID: 919 4669 8422

Passcode: k123456

Do not hesitate to contact the PPA if you have any questions or suggestions:

ppa@priory.qc.ca

The Potter Boutique is open every Friday, after Assembly or email for an appointment.

Online Potter Boutique

Our online Potter Boutique offers an easy way to purchase all your school uniform essentials from the comfort of your home. Visit our Boutique: www.potterboutique.ca and explore our uniform collection. Ordering is just a few clicks away!

Orders and Delivery

Once your online order has been processed and filled, our dedicated team of parent volunteers will directly place the items in your child's locker to ensure a convenient delivery experience. Please note: Although a shipping option is available, we will not be shipping any orders. Please include your child's name and grade in the "Order special instructions" when viewing the cart.

Eva Sokol, Potter Boutique Manager at potterboutique@priory.qc.ca

REMINDER: Light Up the Tree of Lights

Thank you for joining The Priory in supporting Sainte-Justine Hospital this holiday season. Let's light up the Tree of Lights, sending support to young patients and their families.

REMINDER: A Message from Student Council

The Priory’s Student Council is collecting winter clothes for the “Foyer du Monde” organization to support refugees. We will be collecting donations in the grade 6 classroom until the end of November.

Thanks so much for helping us to make a difference!

Our After School Program



Join our After-School Program for specialized activities and exciting weekly themes, all thanks to our enthusiastic team of Laurus animators!

Please contact our After School Program Coordinator, Yasmeen Salehnia, for more information, by phone: 514-600-0504 Ext 1016 or email: afterschool@priory.qc.ca

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

During the "Trades and Traditions" lunchtime activity, students dried mint harvested from The Priory's garden beds- - a project initiated by last year's Grade 3 class. The students then carefully crumbled the dried mint into tea bags, preparing for a special tasting event next week.

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, November 24

• Assembly

Wednesday, November 29

• PPA Meeting

Thursday, November 30

• Parent workshop - Bringing the RULER Approach and Mood Meter into your home.

Friday, December 1

• Birthday Book Assembly for November and December Birthdays

Tuesday, December 5

• Choiry Carolling Tour of Preschools

Wednesday, December 13

• Kindergarten Gingerbread Homes

Friday, December 15

• Santa's Flea Market

Tuesday, December 19

• Christmas Concert Dress Rehearsal -- whole school

Wednesday, December 20

• Christmas Concert & PPA Bake Sale

Friday, December 22

• Holiday PJ/Sweater Day and Annual Sing-Along in assembly

Friday, December 22

• Last Day of School Before Holidays - Early Dismissal

December 25 - January 5

• Christmas Holiday Break

Monday, January 8

• Pedagogical Day - No School for Students

Tuesday, January 9

• School Re-Opens at 8:15 a.m.

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Our Values

Caring | Community | Curiosity | Creativity | Respect

At The Priory, we believe that children should be allowed to be children: to play, sing, perform, discover, and explore their world in a caring and nurturing environment.