Dear Junior School Parent:

A warm welcome to all of our returning families, as well as to all of those joining our community for the first time. We could not be more excited to start the 2019-20 school year! 

Havergal girls live our mission and truly do go on to “make a difference,” no matter where their life journey takes them. We are proud to be part of that journey. Our faculty and staff are experts in education. Equally as important, they care deeply about your daughter and work hard to know her so that they can motivate and encourage her to do her best, learn from her mistakes and challenge herself throughout her time in the Junior School. As parents, you are the first experts on your daughter, as you continually guide her through all stages of her development. It is in large part through your love and encouragement that her self-confidence develops and her curiosity flourishes, as does her capacity to be resilient and to advocate for herself. Each of these traits, as well as the many other foundational skills you impart, are vital in setting the stage for a positive and productive learning experience outside of the home.

The relationship between home and school is critical to ensure that your daughter thrives, both academically and socially; each providing a unique perspective and forming a more complete understanding of the individual child. To this end, both sides must communicate directly, share successes and challenges in a timely fashion, set goals together as a team, regularly review progress and make adjustments as necessary. As we begin the 2019-20 school year, we look forward to working in partnership with you. 

As Head, I know that Havergal is the very best environment for your daughter to learn and to grow. Our tremendous faculty and staff and I are committed to your daughter’s success. The school’s enduring values—courage, compassion, inquiry and integrity—have guided us for 125 years and will continue to guide us as we move forward.

As the summer draws to an end, please be sure to complete all necessary forms and read the information in Summer Mailing #1 – Junior School and Summer Mailing #2 – Junior School carefully to ensure a smooth start to the year.

If you have any questions or if we can help you or your daughter prepare for the new school year, please feel free to contact me directly or to connect with the Junior School Office at 416.483.3519 x 6608. As always, we are more than happy to assist.

With less than two weeks to go until the first day of school, I hope that you have had the opportunity to enjoy a slower pace over the last several months. All members of the Junior School are gearing up for the 2019-20 school year; we know it will be a fantastic one! We look forward to welcoming you all in September!

Warm regards,

Kate White

Head, Junior School