Message from the Head of Junior School: May 10, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you for “Teacher Appreciation Day!” Our JS Faculty and Staff felt so loved and appreciated your appreciations!

This week we celebrated Mental Health Awareness Week and spoke about how understanding your feelings is a key part of a healthy school community. Feelings, like waves, come and go. We all experience a range of feelings throughout the day (happy, sad, angry, scared, excited, jealous, …). This is totally normal, and part of being a human being. When these feelings become BIG, however, they can sometimes cause us to feel overwhelmed and then to behave in ways that we would not normally. This may have a negative effect on the community. If you are ever overwhelmed by your feelings, there are many things that you can do to help feel more settled.  For example:

  • Take a breath
  • Go for a walk
  • Talk to a friend, parent or trusted adult
  • Write down your feelings in a journal
  • Draw a picture
  • Use positive self-talk (I got this!)
  • Listen to your favourite song
  • Play a game you enjoy
  • Ask for help

Sincerely,

Kate White

In this message, read about:

125th Anniversary Message

Thank you for celebrating 125!

Last Friday evening, May 3, Havergal marked its 125th anniversary with a special performance event titled Past, Present, Future at Roy Thomson Hall. We were delighted to have so many members of our community––students, parents, Old Girls and faculty and staff––help celebrate this memorable milestone. Thank you for joining us for this special event!

From the talented Junior School Choir, dancers and drummers, to our Upper School music, drama and dance groups, each student played an integral role in creating a truly memorable performance and we sincerely thank all of you for your support.

If you would like an extra copy of the programme booklet, you or your daughter are welcome to stop by the Upper School Day School Office (DSO) to pick up a copy  If you were unable to attend the celebration in-person or would like to rewatch your favourite moments, we invite you to view the performances on our YouTube channel or the live recording on our Facebook page.

 

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 – LAST CALL!

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.  A clothing drop-off bin will be located in front of the Learning Hub until Wednesday, May 15.  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

Read the student-produced monthly athletics newsletter: Gator Zone. 

Coach Sarah Moxley has been hard at work with the Softball Squad and Ms. Prosser has developed the Gr. 3 & 4 jump rope skills. Congratulations to the Softball team on their double header win last Thursday. 

Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.
Coach Profiles

Schedules:
Softball Team.
Track Team.
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, May 13 (Day 7)

  • 8:25- 8:55 am: JS Prayers,
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Chess Lunch Club
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Soccer Skills Squad
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club

Tuesday, May 14 (Day 8)

  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr. 1-6 House Shout Practice
  • 10:40 – 11:50 am: Gr.4-6 Author visit; Deborah Ellis
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group
  • 12:50 – 4 pm: Track Meet at Pickering College
  • 3:00 pm: Softball Game at Country Day School
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Multisport
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, May 15 (Day 1)

  • 8:00 – 9:00 am: JS Haverpals
  • 9:00 am: Gr. 5 & 6 depart for Forest of Reading
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Final Cookies and Conversation
  • 12:20 – 12:45 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 return to HC
  • 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 16 (Day 2)

  •  7:15 – 8:45 am: Track & Field (extended) practice
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers
  • 9:00 – 10:40 am: Gr.6 Book club with Crescent School
  • 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 17 (Day 3)

Whole School closes at 6:00 pm for the long weekend

  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Recycling Rescuers

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