Message from the Head of Junior School: April 26, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

I found myself feeling exceptionally proud to be part of the Havergal community again this week.  Yesterday, students from Grade 1 – 12 celebrated Founders’ Day at St. Paul’s Cathedral.  We had a visit from “Ellen Knox” herself, who read an address she made to graduates almost 125 ago, heard reflections from both a Grade 12 student, and an “Old Girl” from 1964 who shared what being a Havergal Girl means to them, listened to the inspiring words of Principal Helen-Kay Davy about the importance of aspiring to be our best selves,  and were dismissed by a Havergal Old Girl, and her daughter who is currently a student.  Another highlight for all was the spectacular performance of our Junior School choir, who sang beautifully about promise and possibility. Wishing you all a lovely weekend.  We look forward to what will be another fantastic community event next Friday, as we celebrate Havergal, Past, Present, and Future.

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Junior School Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race

The Junior School Father-Daughter A Maze-ing Race is this Sunday, April 28.  It is sure to be a great afternoon of exciting head-to-head challenges, ending in a fun carnival themed finale party where we will crown the winners of the race.  Parking is available in the Upper School lots or at Cohen Field.  Please use the front entrance doors of the Upper School to access Brenda Robson Hall.  Registration begins at 12:30 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall, with the race starting at 1:00 pm.  Detailed information was sent to the parents of registered participants this morning.  We look forward to seeing everyone there!

May 3rd Performance at Roy Thomson Hall

Our 125th-anniversary performance, entitled “Past, Present, Future,”  is coming up soon on Friday, May 3 at Roy Thomson Hall.

Ms. Goodridge, Director of Performing Arts, will be sending out an email early next week to all parents, with all of the need to know information about rehearsals, arrival and dismissal times, etc…

For your planning, please note the following:

  • There are limited tickets still available for the performance.  Visit the event website here to reserve your seats.
  • There is an early dismissal for ALL students
    • 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm – JK – Grade 2
    • 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm – Grade 3 – 6
  • Gator Care is available from 2:15 pm – 6:00 pm.  Please ensure that you register for this day (gatorcare@havergal.on.ca) by Wednesday, May 1, so that we can provide appropriate staffing.

Grandpals’ Day – Save the date!

Grandpals’ Day will take take place on Monday, June 3 from 10:30 am – 11:45 am.  On this special day, grandparents or other senior friends are invited to spend time at the Junior School.  Our students will show their guests their favourite places, as well share their learning.  Be sure to RSVP to this event, so that we can make sure to have enough refreshments for all!

New Circles – Donations are needed!

As part of their leaving gift, the Grade 6s will be collecting donations for long-time community partners  New Circles.  As people start their spring cleaning, please consider making a donation.  There will be a drop-off bin located in front of the Learning Hub starting on Tuesday.  At the moment, New Circles is in particular need of the following items:

  • Men’s dress clothes
  • Lighter weight fabrics, short-sleeved shirts, shorts, capris,
  • Dresses, skirts, cotton sweaters,
  • Lightweight jackets and coats,
  • Sandals,
  • Bathing suits, sun hats, light scarves.

Athletics

Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.
Coach Profiles

Good Luck to the softball team who have their first game this week! Congratulations to our squash athletes Maya Askari and Rachel Dirks for placing in top 7 at Nationals! Also to Suri Li for winning the Boston Regional Fencing championship. 

Schedules:
Softball Team. Game on Thursday.
Track Team.– Meet on Monday
Softball Squad Team
Jump Rope Squad
Multisport Squad
Soccer Squad

Important Links

For information directly related to your daughter’s class, please be sure to visit the parent portal: Veracross Login

http://www.facebook.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.twitter.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.youtube.com/HavergalCollege

HCPA Blog

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, April 29 (Day 6)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, Greek Orthodox Easter
  • 10:40 – 10:55 am: Gr. 5 & 6 Forest of Reading Voting
  • 11:30 am: Track Students dismissed from class
  • 11:45 am: Track students depart for York University
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Chess Lunch Club
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Team Practice
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Soccer Skills Squad
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.4-6 Steel Pan Drumming & Orff Ensemble
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm:  Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Junior Dance Company

Tuesday, April 30 (Day 7)

  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 9:00 – 11:00 am: Gr.5 Instrument Trial (US)
  • 11:30 – 1:00 pm: New to Gr.7 Luncheon (Students wear their uniform to school, and may change into grub clothes before the lunch)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Multisport
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, May 1 (Day 8)

  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Cookies and Conversation
  • 12:15-12:45 pm: Gr.6 Lunch at the Upper School
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Practice
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Movie Maker (Rm.215)

Thursday, May 2 (Day 1)

  • 7:15 – 8:00 am: Track and Field Team Practice
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Ramadan Prayers
  • 9:00 – 9:30 am: Ramadan Reception
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:00 pm: Softball Team Game
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Jump Rope Squad
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Softball Squad Team
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Mindful Games (Rm.119)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Homemade Gifts (Rm.212)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Drama Improv Club (Drama Studio US)

Friday, May 3 (Special Schedule)

*** HC 125 Celebration Day ***

  • 8:00 am: Gr.4-6 125 performers depart
    • Students in JK – Grade 3 come to school as normal, for a day of academic programming
    • Students in Grade 4 – 6 who are not performing in the evening, but are part of the audience, come to school as normal, and will have a special schedule.
  • 12:30 pm: Gr.4-6 performers return
  • Early Dismissal for all students
    • 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm – JK – Grade 2
    • 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm – Grade 3 – 6
  • 2:15 – 6:00 pm: Gator Care
  • 7:00 – 10:00 pm: 125th Anniversary Celebration Concert

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