Message from Head of Junior School: November 29, 2019

Dear Junior School Parent:

Students in Grades 1 – 6 joined together today to talk about all the “ingredients” that go into “friendship soup.” Next time you are by the JS office, b sure to check out the qualities HC students think go into making a friend. Some questions to ask your daughter this weekend include: what does it mean to HAVE a friend, and what does it mean to BE a friend.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend, with family and friends.

Sincerely,
Kate White

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 Pizza Day – Monday, December 2

Just a reminder that Monday December 2 is Pizza Day.

Holiday Initiative – Red Door Shelter

This year, the Junior School community will be collecting canned goods and NEW winter clothing accessories for men, women, boys and girls. Each student will be asked to bring in a canned good and ONE of the following winter items: hat, mittens, socks or scarf.  We will then donate all the new winter accessories and the canned goods to the Red Door Family Shelter, a shelter that provides services to over 500 families and individuals who are in need of a safe shelter. 

Thank you in advance for your contributions to this wonderful organization! Let’s make this a holiday to remember for everyone! 

Green and Gold Shop – Enter through Main Doors

With safety always at the forefront of our minds, we ask that parents going to the Green and Gold Shop in the Upper School please sign in first at the security desk located in the rotunda.

Beyond the Ivy Walls

Calling all JS students with accomplishments outside of school to share!

Our Havergal Junior School students pursue a vast array of activities beyond our walls that we’d like to share with our community on the BIW bulletin board.

Accomplishments in any field are welcome: athletics, arts, academics, philanthropy, hobbies and more. Endeavors that represent the Havergal values of integrity, inquiry, compassion and/or courage are also encouraged.

How to submit:

If your daughter has an accomplishment for Beyond the Ivy Walls that she would like to share, please submit a photo and a short description using the link on the weekly blog Beyond The Ivy Walls Submissions or send an email directly to Ms. Szolopiak sszolopiak@havergal.on.ca

Used Uniforms Available

Used Junior School Uniforms are available at the Green & Gold shop all year.
Shop Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00pm
Closed daily from 1:00-2:00 pm

Athletics

We have had a great 2 weeks of tryouts. We are proud to have a place on a Team or Squad Team for every Grade 5&6 swimmer or volleyball player. Congratulations to all of the girls for having the courage to tryout! Good Luck to our U12 Swim Team who have their first meet this week.
Squads and Squad Teams don’t start until January. 

Coaches Profile

Winter Athletics Season Schedule

Schedules
U12 Swim Team
U12 Hockey Squad Team
U12 Volleyball Gold Team
U12 Volleyball Green Team
U11 Volleyball Team
Master Schedule

Frequently Used 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 

Beyond The Ivy Walls Submissions

Next week in the Junior School

Monday, December 2 (Day 8)

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 GREEN Volleyball Team Practice
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers; Plastic Awareness 
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: JS Pizza Lunch
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Volleyball Team Tryout (JS Gym)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.3-6 Strings Ensemble (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Kids Lit Quiz (Art Room)

Tuesday, December 3 (Day 1)

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 Swim Team practice (pool)
  • 8:00 – 8:55 am: Gr.6 Mass Band Rehearsal, Music Room
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Hockey Squad Practice (JS Gym)
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)

Wednesday, December 4 (Day 2)

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 GOLD Volleyball Team Practice
  • 7:30 am: Departure of U12 Swim Team from US to Markham Pan Am Center
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Grade 1-6 Mass Choral Rehearsal
  • 8:30 – 9:30 am: JS Grade REP Meeting, Learning Hub
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Video Game Design (Rm.214)
  • 4:00 pm: Return of U12 Swim Team

Thursday, December 5 (Day 3)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers;
  • 9:00 – 9:50 am: Andrea Beaty Author Visit, JK-Gr. 3, Learning Hub
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Forest of Reading Launch, Grade 5 and Grade 6, Learning Hub
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Volleyball Team Practice (US Gym A) 
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 GREEN Volleyball Team Practice  (US Gym B) 
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 GOLD Volleyball Team Practice  (US Gym C)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr. 5 Homework Club (Room 5C)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Chem-Mystery (Rm.208, 4P)

Friday, December 6 (Day 4)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers; Joy
  • 7:30 – 8:15 am: Gr.4-6 Math Contest Prep Club  (Rm.215, 5C)

Important Dates on the Horizon

Dec 2: JS Pizza Lunch

Dec 13: JK/SK Christmas Concert (2pm in the JS Gym)

Dec 17: G.1-6 Christmas Concert (4pm in the Brenda Robson Hall)

Dec 18: Carol Service (St. Paul’s Cathedral – Bloor St)

Dec 19: Craig Cardiff Concert (8:25 am – 9:00 am)

Message from Head of Junior School: November 15, 2019

Dear Junior School Parent:

Prayers this morning was another fantastic opportunity to observe the deep learning that happens in the Junior School. Students in Grade 1 shared the work they have been doing as part of an Investigative Research Project, on daily and seasonal changes.  It was a pleasure to watch some of our youngest learners display such courage and confidence as they spoke in front of the entire Junior School, and the many parents who came to watch their daughters. I was exceptionally proud of the students and appreciative of the tremendous thought and work that their teachers put into making the presentation possible.

Sincerely,
Kate White

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 Mental Health Awareness Week

Next week we are shedding a spotlight to bring about more awareness on how we can better understand our mental health and develop strategies to manage our emotions.  Throughout the week, we will offer a toolkit of strategies to help students manage their big feelings.  Please visit Mental Health Awareness Week to see the happenings for the week.

JS Photographs

The deadline has been extended for ordering the Junior School Photographs online. The re-take photographs are not yet available to order, however we will contact you to let you know as soon as they go online.

To access your daughter’s school photos, please use the following link;

Order JS Photographs

When logging in, you will b asked for your email address. The password is your daughter’s student ID #.

We will be having another retake day if you missed the opportunity to get a retake photograph. Further details to be followed when we have a confirmed date. If you would like to register your daughter for a retake and have not yet done so, please email Aoife King aking@havergal.on.ca

House Lunch – Students to wear a House Colour Accessory on Thursday, November 21

House lunches happen once a month.  Students come together to have lunch with members of their house from across the grades and with upper school house leaders. It is a time to build friendships and community.
Girls are welcome to wear an accessory in your house colour to add to the spirit of the day.

Online Registration for Clubs -Open until Friday, December 20th

To view or register your daughter for a club, please visit the following links.

Winter Clubs List

Online Registration for Clubs ( excluding Music, Chess and Math)

Online Registration for Music, Chess and Math Club

Should you have any questions regarding club registration, please contact Ms. Moyo Soji (msoji@havergal.on.ca or 416-483-3519).

Used Uniforms Available

Used Junior School Uniforms are available at the Green & Gold shop all year.
Shop Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00pm
Closed daily from 1:00-2:00 pm

Athletics

Online Registration is open until Monday Nov 18th. Here is the Winter Athletics Season Schedule. I have been encouraging all of the girls to try something new and I hope that they will take part in Havergal Athletics. 

There is one more Gr. 3&4 Multisport and Soccer Squad Team practice to make up for the missed practice last week. All other Squad and Squad Teams are finished for the Fall season.

Frequently Used 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 

Beyond The Ivy Walls Submissions

Next week in the Junior School

Monday, November 18 (Day 6)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, Mental Health Awareness Week, By: Rev. Douglas
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club (learning hub)
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 12:00 pm: JS Winter Athletics Online Registration Closes
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Volleyball Team Tryout (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr. 4 Homework Club (room 4M)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-2 Drama Club (Rm 121, SK) 
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.3-4 Drama Club (Rm.213, 3F)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Kids Lit Quiz (Art Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.3-6 Strings Ensemble (Music Room)

Tuesday, November 19 (Day 7)

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 Swim Team tryouts (pool) Meet at avenue rd.
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Haverpals
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Tinker Lab (Rm.117, 2B)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Farm Fresh (Rm. 122, JK)

Wednesday, November 20 (Day 8)

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 Volleyball Team Tryout
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.4-6 Community Circles
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.1-3: Recognizing Big Feelings Assembly, By: Behaviour Matters
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Basketball Squad Team (Js Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr. 6 Homework Club (room 6L)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Video Game Design  (Rm.214, 5G)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Aspiring Architects (Rm.212, 6M)

Thursday, November 21 (Day 1)

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 Swim Team tryouts (pool) Meet at avenue rd.
  • 8:30 – 8:55 am: JS House Prayers, Courage
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: JS House Lunch
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Volleyball Team Tryout (US Gym C) 
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 Volleyball Team Tryout (US Gym A/B) 
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 3/4 Multisport (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Soccer Squad Team (Lower Pitch)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr. 5 Homework Club (Room 5C)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 1-3:Ugly Doll Designers (Rm.209, 3P)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Chem-Mystery (Rm.208, 4P)

Friday, November 22 (Day 2)

  • 7:30 – 8:15 am: Gr.4-6 Math Contest Prep Club  (Rm.215, 5C)
  • 8:30 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers,
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)

Important Dates on the Horizon

Nov 18-22: Mental Health Awareness Week

Nov 18: Winter Athletics Online Registration closes

Dec 2: JS Pizza Lunch

Dec 13: JK/SK Christmas Concert

Dec 17: G.1-6 Christmas Concert

Dec 18: Carol Service

Dec 19: Craig Cardiff Concert

Message from Head of Junior School: November 1, 2019

Dear Junior School Parent:

Students and teachers in the Junior School didn’t let a little rain and wind get in the way of celebrating Halloween.  It was lovely seeing everyone dressed up in their costumes, and getting into the spirit of the day. Thank you to all those that joined us for our Halloween Parade and Assembly.

It has been an action-packed few weeks at the Junior School, and we woke up this morning to be greeted by winter’s first dusting of snow.  As we head into the weekend, we hope you find some time to take a breath, stay warm, and enjoy the company of family and friends

Yours sincerely,

Kate White

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Online Registration for Clubs and Athletics – Opens on Monday, November 4

Remembrance Day Prayers

  • In observance of Remembrance Day, a special Prayers will take place in the JS gym on Monday, November 4th at 8:30 am.
  • Students are to wear #1 Dress
  • Teachers have been collecting donations for students to receive poppies to wear for the service

Pizza Day –

  • Monday, November 4th is Pizza Day!

School Photo Retakes – Tuesday, November 5

  • Photo Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday November 5th from 10:30 – 11:50 am
  • If you would like for your daughter to have her school photo re-taken, please contact Ms. Aoife King (aking@havergal.on.ca or 416-483-3519).
  • Please have your daughter come to school in her #1 Dress for the re-takes.

Midterm Break

  • A reminder that there is no school from Wednesday, November 6 to Monday, November 11.  School resumes on Tuesday, November 12.

Athletics

Congratulations to all of the teams who participated in their championships last Saturday. A particularly shout out goes to the U12 Soccer team who defended their title and brought home the plaque. We are very proud of the dedication we see from each athlete, and we would like to thank the coaches for their time, dedication and care to the girls and their athletic development.  

The girls had their Athletic Celebration today at lunch. The U11 & U12 B-ball team also took on the teachers in a fun and friendly game.

WINTER SEASON ATHLETICS
 ***NEW***  Here is the new winter season schedule. ***NEW***

Sign ups will begin on Monday November 4th at noon.
The full schedule will be available after the Athletic Director meeting on Nov. 19th.

 Frequently Used 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 

Beyond The Ivy Walls Submissions

Next week in the Junior School

Monday, November 1 (Day 8)

#1 Dress – Remembrance Day Prayers

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, Remembrance Day
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Pizza Lunch
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club (learning hub)
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr. 4 Homework Club (room 4M)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-2 Drama Club (Rm 121, SK) 
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.3-4 Drama Club (Rm.213, 3F)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Kids Lit Quiz (Art Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.3-6 Strings Ensemble (Music Room)

Tuesday, November 5 (Day 1)

  • 8:00 – 8:55 am: Gr. 6 planning House Meetings
  • 8:00 – 8:55 am: Gr.1-5 Outdoor Play
  • 9:00 – 10:00 am: Gr.4 Coffee and Conversation
  • 10:30 – 11:50 am: JS Photo Retakes (Learning Hub)
  • 12:10 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 1:00 – 2:00 pm: JK/SK Coffee and Conversation
  • 2:00 – 3:00 pm: Gr.1 Coffee and Conversation
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 2 Multi-sport Squad (JS Gym)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Tinker Lab (Rm.117, 2B)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Farm Fresh (Rm. 122, JK)

Wednesday, November 6 – Monday November 11

  • Professional Development Day for Teachers
  • November Break – No classes

Important Dates on the Horizon

Nov 4: Winter Athletics and Clubs online registration opens

Nov. 5: Photo Re-take Day

Nov 6-11: Midterm Break

Nov 11:  Remembrance Day – School Closed

Nov 12:  New to Havergal Parent Event

Nov 18-22: Mental Health Awareness Week

Nov 18: Winter Athletics Online Registration closes