Proud of Our School Culture at Sunrise Elementary School
SCHOOL SPIRIT
Monthly school-wide morning meetings are a chance to build community, highlight student achievements, and have fun! Hosted by a different grade each month, our “SWMMs” are opportunities for student leadership as we sing, dance, and welcome special guests.
FAMILY INVOLVEMENT
We value strong connections between home and school. Parents, grandparents, and other guardians make a meaningful impact in our PTO and as volunteers. We also love to welcome families at monthly school-wide morning meetings and events throughout the year.
SCHOOL TRADITIONS
From family literacy night to the annual Bobcat Boogie, from spirit days throughout the year to our end-of-school field day, we have many fun rituals for marking milestones in learning, cultural events, and the rhythm of the school year.
Meet the Principal
Mr. Brad Handrich (pronounced Hand-rick) comes to Sunrise Elementary from Albemarle County Public Schools, where he has served as principal of Baker-Butler Elementary since 2023. Previously, he served as assistant principal at Greer and Mountain View Elementaries. He has taught in Colorado and Virginia, as well as in the countries of Colombia, Mexico, and Venezuela. He has degrees from the University of Colorado at Denver and the University of Northern Colorado. Throughout his career, Handrich has demonstrated a strong commitment to family engagement, student-led learning, and positive school culture.
