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 and self-confident global citizen.

Dear Priory Families,

We are excited to announce our upcoming Open House event, taking place on Friday, April 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 

During the Open House, prospective families will have the opportunity to:

• Join us for assembly
• Take a self-guided tour of our campus and visit our classrooms
• Connect with our student ambassadors and parent volunteers
• Learn about our dynamic and innovative programs 

We believe that The Priory School's success is built upon the strong connections within our community. That's why we're reaching out to you, our valued families, to help spread the word about our Open House event. If you know friends or neighbours who might be interested in learning more about The Priory School, please encourage them to attend this informative event, by simply directing them to our Priory website for more details and registration or by getting in touch with our Admissions Officer, Valerie Chacra at vchacra@priory.qc.ca.

Additionally, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your experience with us through a review on Google Reviews. Google Reviews serve as a digital word-of-mouth, great for attracting new families and building a supportive community.

Important Update: Change of Location for Laurus Summer Camp

Please be advised that due to summer construction and maintenance activities, Laurus Camp will not be operating from The Priory School this summer. Instead, it will be operating from an alternate location. Click here for Laurus Summer Camp information.

EARLY DISMISSAL AT 12:30 ON APRIL 8

Solar Eclipse Viewing Fair

In light of safety concerns on Monday, April 8, The Priory has decided to prioritize the well-being of our students, faculty and staff by implementing an early dismissal at 12:30 p.m. on the day of the solar eclipse. Lunch will be provided at 12:00 p.m. before dismissal.

However, recognizing the unique educational opportunity to experience such a historic event together, we invite families to our Solar Eclipse Viewing Fair. This event, running from 1:00 p.m. to 4:36 p.m. at The Priory, is an opportunity for families to gather, learn, and safely enjoy the eclipse with a live broadcast in our gym, leading up to the peak moment of totality at 3:27 p.m. We are immensely thankful to the Brown Family for donating ISO-certified eclipse glasses for this special event.

IMPORTANT: Due to the risk of severe eye damage or blindness associated from observing the eclipse, all children attending the Viewing Fair from 1:00 to 4:36 p.m. must be accompanied by a parent, to ensure their safety and supervision.

To attend the Viewing Fair, families must RSVP and accompany their children, helping us ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. The program for the afternoon includes a discussion and Q&A session with an astronomer, from the Astronomical Society of Canada, hands-on solar eclipse-themed activities, celestial cookie decorating, movie clips, a live broadcast, and optional outdoor viewing.

To ensure everyone's safety and to fully prepare for this event, we've set the RSVP deadline for Monday, April 1 and we are limiting attendance to a maximum of 100 attendees. 

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE PRIORY

7e Forum Pédagogique Français Langue Seconde (FLS)

We are proud to announce that this past Wednesday, we had the privilege of hosting the 7e Forum Pédagogique FLS. The event featured an engaging Speed Networking session aimed at Professional Development (PD) for educators, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and continuous learning within the educational community.

7e Forum Pédagogique FLS plays a pivotal role in uniting French second language teachers across Quebec, fostering an environment of shared knowledge and experiences. We were honoured to welcome esteemed partners for this event, including Learn Quebec, the Association québécoise des enseignants de français langue seconde (AQEFLS), the Association canadienne des professeurs de langues secondes (ACPLS), the Association canadienne des professionnels de l'immersion (ACPI), CPF Quebec & Nunavut, and McGill University. Their contributions and presentations added significant value to the forum, reinforcing our commitment to excellence in education.

The success and enriching experience of this forum highlights our role as a leading player in offering professional development events and workshops for Quebec educators, and the collective effort to enhance the quality of French second language education across the province of Quebec.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Caroline Bouchard, our Pedagogical Coordinator, for organizing this forum. Her commitment and hard work were instrumental in bringing about this event, and we look forward to continuing our mission of fostering connections within the educational community.

Les Mystères: Read Like a Detective Week



Les Mystères: Read Like a Detective Week transformed our school into a hub of mystery and discovery. Throughout the week, our students engaged in contests, activities and stories filled with suspense, clues, and puzzles. From classic whodunits to tales of secret codes and hidden treasures, there was something interesting for all our young Priory detectives to discover.

Our Kindergarten to Grade 3 students explored engaging Mystery Stations. Activities ranged from an interactive read-aloud of 'The Missing Mitten Mystery' to I spy observations with Waldo, animal tracking, fingerprinting, and creating with invisible ink, each designed to spark curiosity. Meanwhile, Grades 4-6 tackled the challenge of Escape Rooms, where teamwork and problem-solving skills were crucial for unlocking the secrets of Houdini’s Secret Room and other challenges.

Thanks to sessions led by our visiting authors, Monica Arnaldo and Lydia Lukidis, our students explored storytelling methods, igniting our imaginations. Alongside the Babar Book Fair, a cozy PJ day was held, featuring a read-in with blankets and flashlights.

Our deepest gratitude goes to the I Love to Read Week organizing committee, led by our dedicated Learning Specialist, Ms. Karine Eley. Their creativity truly deepened our students' love for reading, nurturing young detectives eager for their next case.

The Priory is Hosting its 26th Annual Chess Tournament

Attention all chess enthusiasts! On Saturday, April 20, The Priory School is proud to be hosting its 26th annual QAIS Chess Tournament, exclusively open to Quebec Association of Independent Schools (QAIS) elementary students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.

Finalists will receive medals and an invitation to the Provincial Chess Championships to be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024.

If your child is interested in participating in our Priory Chess Tournament, here at The Priory, please complete the chess registration form below before Thursday, April 12th.

Good luck to all of our Chess players!

THANK YOU

Incoming Kindergarten Playdate

Incoming Kindergarten students and their families had the pleasure of joining us for a unique playdate this past Tuesday. It was a wonderful occasion for our soon-to-be Kindergarten students and their families to come together, enjoy a mix of play activities, and start building new friendships. We were fortunate to have the support of PPA volunteers, who assisted with numerous activities and spent time with our new families. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Ms. Valerie Chacra, as well as all our wonderful PPA volunteer parents, for their contributions to making our playdate a memorable success.

PPA INFORMATION AND NEWS

Looking to re-stock your supply of uniforms

with some gently used additions?

Come visit this Spring’s Used Uniform Sale

on Tuesday, April 2nd from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

in the School’s Front Yard.

Payments can be made using cash or credit card.

Proceeds of the sale will go to the PPA to fund events and activities for the entire Priory community.

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

Visit our Boutique: www.potterboutique.ca and explore our uniform collection.

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

Thank you for joining the February 28th PPA meeting!

For those who were unable to be present, please click

on the button below to read the meeting minutes.

Rosemary Jakimowicz, PPA Secretary

FRIENDLY REMINDERS

Easter Holiday Reminder:

Please be reminded that there is no school on Monday, April 1. Enjoy your Easter holiday long weekend!

Vaccinations for Grade 4 Students - Date Change

On Wednesday, April 10, the CLSC nurses will be at The Priory to administer vaccinations against HPV and Hepatitis A and B to our Grade 4 students which will take place in the library from 1:15 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. More details forthcoming.

If you have any questions about the vaccinations, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Kozak at wkozak@priory.qc.ca or by phone: 514-935-5966.

2nd French Information Session

Understanding the busy schedules of our families, we have planned a second information session on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom, to accommodate parents who were not able to attend the live online session. This ensures that all interested parents have the opportunity to learn about our French program pathways and to engage with us directly about any questions you may have.

QAIS NEWS

QAIS Webinar

The Quebec Association of Independent Schools (QAIS) is happy to announce that they are hosting a special event for QAIS Elementary School parents on promoting good sleep habits for their children. The event is being presented by the Somnolence Canada Foundation, a Canadian non-profit with a mission to promote sleep health and wellness. Their SnoozzZfest for Schools program promotes and supports good sleep habits for students. The speaker, Sheryl Guloy, PhD, will provide parents with information and tools to help their children with good sleep hygiene.

The event will take place on April 16 at 7:00 p.m., via Zoom. Please register below. The registration deadline is Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

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

Nothing beats the joy of snuggling up with friends and our favourite books for 'I Love to Read Week'!

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, March 29

• Easter Holiday - no school today

Monday, April 1

• Happy Easter - no school today

Tuesday, April 2

• Used Uniform Sale

Wednesday, April 3

• PPA Meeting in the Library at 8:30

Friday, April 5

• The Priory School Spring Open House 8:30-11:00

Monday, April 8

• Early Dismissal at 12:30 p.m.
• Solar Eclipse Viewing Fair from 1:00-4:36 p.m.

Wednesday, April 10

• Grade 4 Hep A&B Vaccinations at 1:30 p.m.

Friday, April 12

• Flag Ceremony Assembly
• PPA Pasta Family Night

Tuesday, April 16

• QAIS Webinar - SnoozzZfest for Schools

Thursday, April 18

• Second French Information Session at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Saturday, April 20

• QAIS Chess Tournament hosted by The Priory School

Monday, April 22

• Earth Day Celebrations

Wednesday, April 24

• Cercle Pédagogique Hosted by The Priory 

Monday, April 29

• Pedagogical Day - No School for students

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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.

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3120 The Boulevard Montreal, Quebec H3Y 1R9

www.priory.qc.ca Tel.: 514-935-5966