Sunnyside School of International Studies
Welcome to Sunnyside Elementary, home of the Trainblazers! We proudly serve students in grades K-6, and we believe our school stands out for one simple reason: family. Sunnyside is a warm, welcoming space where all students can thrive, and we take pride in respecting and celebrating the diverse cultures within our community.
Sunnyside Elementary, home of the Trailblazers, is a warm and welcoming school that serves 714 students in grades K-6. We pride ourselves on being a close-knit family, where diversity is celebrated, and every student and family feels valued and included.
A standout feature of our school is the opportunity for students to become bilingual, opening doors to future opportunities in our globalized world. Our student-centered approach fosters collaboration, academic success, and social-emotional growth, ensuring that every student thrives.
With a dedicated staff that focuses on educating the whole child, Sunnyside provides a nurturing environment that supports both academic and personal development. Our recent building upgrades offer beautiful, spacious classrooms and common areas that enhance the learning experience.
Families return to Sunnyside year after year, reflecting the strong sense of community we have built. As the home of the Trailblazers, we are committed to providing an excellent education that helps our students succeed in all aspects of life.
A Message From The Principal
Dear Sunnyside Families and Visitors,
Sunnyside is a school community that is deeply committed to nurturing globally conscious and internationally minded
students. At Sunnyside, our goal is to empower children through a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum that promotes critical thinking, cultural awareness, and student voice across our school and broader community.
As a School of International Studies, we provide our students with a multicultural curriculum and an international lens that prepares them for a rapidly changing world. Through this approach, Sunnyside students:
- Gain knowledge of world regions, cultures, and global economies
- Develop the ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments
- Strengthen interpersonal skills through global STEM projects and problem solving
- Expand language acquisition skills
- Cultivate a lifelong love for learning
Our dedicated team of educators has worked diligently to design learning environments that reflect these goals. If you are new to Sunnyside, you will quickly see that we are a community of passionate, committed professionals who believe in the potential of every child.
We also believe that it takes a village to raise a child. Your voice, input, and partnership are not only welcomed—they are essential to our shared success.
Thank you for visiting our website, and I look forward to an incredible year of learning and growth together.
Warmly,
Sharifa Blackwell
Principal
Sunnyside Elementary School
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Sunnyside Elementary School
6345 Sunnyside Road
Indianapolis, IN 46236
Phone: (317) 964-4500
Fax: (317) 823-3418
Lawrence Education and Community Center
5720 Wheeler Road
Indianapolis, IN 46216
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(317) 543-3534 - Fax
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