Month: November 2022

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, November 25

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Dear JS Families,

What an eventful and exciting week! 

Students had the opportunity to participate in numerous activities related to “Thrive Week.” Highlights include visits from therapy dogs in JK to Grade 6, a workshop from the author of “Living with Viola”, Rosena Fung, Drama Activities where students role played a variety of social interactions, and participation in “Sound Baths,” zentangle, and meditation experiences. While Thrive Week highlights some of the strategies and skills that we can use to navigate all of life’s emotions, so that we are better able to thrive, our goal is to practice these each and every day.

Sincerely,

Kate

Today’s edition of “The Weekly” contains information on the following:

LATEST

World Cup Dress Down Day – Thursday, December 1

In support of Canada’s participation in the World Cup on Thursday, December 1, all students are invited to dress in colours in support of their favourite team. For example, if students support Canada, they could wear red and white. If they support multiple teams, they may wear multiple colours!

Upcoming Report Card – December 8

Please note that your daughter’s report card will be available for viewing on The Havergal Portal on December 8 at 4:00 pm.

For more information please review the December 8th Report Card Information document. 

New Circles Holiday Angel Donation Drive Important Information

As was announced last week, our Holiday Angel Donation Drive kicked off last week. Thank you to everyone who has sent in donations thus far! Please look for the message in your classroom communication and at the letter your child brought home last week if you need further information. We are thankful for this community’s support in bringing joy, warmth, nourishment and comfort to the families we are sponsoring this year.

Please note that the due date for donations is Wednesday, November 30th.

If you have any questions, please forward them to Nancy Tulli (ntulli@havergal.on.ca) and/or Rosa Mastri (rmastri@havergal.on.ca)

No Gator Care on Thursday, December 22

Please be advised that there is no Gator Care in the afternoon on Thursday, December 21. Gator Care is available the morning of December 22.

Visiting Artist Educator for Grades 4, 5 and 6

Students in Grades 4, 5 and 6 will have the opportunity to work with internationally recognized teacher Doug Goodkin during their regular Music and/or Integrated Arts classes on Monday and Tuesday next week. We are thrilled to be welcoming Doug to our school and invite you to read more about him below. 

Doug Goodkin

Teaching children and adults in some 45 countries for some 45 years, Doug Goodkin is an internationally recognized teacher of Orff Schulwerk. In addition to his long tenure teaching children at The San Francisco School, Doug is the director of the San Francisco International Orff Course, the founder of the Jazz/ Orff Course, Doug Goodkin & the Pentatonics Jazz Band, Pentatonic Press, the SF School Intern Program and a frequent guest teacher at The Orff Institute in Salzburg and in the Orff-Afrique Course in Ghana. He writes a daily blog Confessions of a Traveling Music Teacher and is the author of ten books (most recently Teach Like It’s Music). 

Athletics

Be sure to check out the student produced athletic newsletter Gator Zone

Gr. 4-6 Athletics had a great first week back. Please note that the schedule is now up to date. JS Athletics Schedule and the Veracross Athletics Calendar has also been updated. 

REMINDER

What’s on the Menu Next Week?

Take a look at what’s for lunch on the JS Fall Menu – December 

Hot Lunch Program for the Winter Term – Registration

The Hot Lunch program Registration Form is now open for the Winter Term. To sign up, and to learn more please COMPLETE THIS FORM.

Christmas Concert (Gr. 1 – 6) Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk (AAR) Form – To be completed by Friday, December 16 

  • Our annual Christmas Concert will take place on Thursday, December 22 at St. Paul’s Bloor Street (227 Bloor St E), from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Reducing the Spread of Respiratory Illnesses

We are sharing an important message from Toronto Public Health with regard to a number of steps that can be taken to help keep children and others safe from an increase in respiratory viruses among children including Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza and COVID-19.

Please note that Toronto Public Health and Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health strongly recommend wearing a well-fitted mask in indoor public settings, including in schools and childcares. Upon entry to Havergal, masks will be made available.

To learn more about how to protect yourself, your family and your community from COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses, we invite you to read the Government of Ontario’s Public Health Measures and Advice. 

HCPA UPDATES

Thank you to everyone for a hugely successful Ivy Market. We wanted to thank all the bakers, countless volunteers, parents, alum and past parents who attended all the events. Your support meant a lot to us and we hope you enjoyed all the shopping, treats and a chance to mingle and reconnect with others. 

Warm regards, 

Lisa and Tanuja, HCPA Co-Chairs

If you missed your chance to get a HC blazer or tunic ornament at Ivy Market, it’s not too late! Click HERE to place your order and get it before the holidays!

NEXT WEEK AT A GLANCE

Monday, November 28 (Day 4) – World Cup Dress Down Day

  • 7:15-8:15 am – U12 Volleyball Team Practice 
  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess (Grades Gr. 4-6) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 1 & 2) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Strings (Gr. 1) Music Room 157
  • 3:20 pm – 4:45 pm – Strings (Gr. 2 & 3) Music Room 155
  • 3:40-4:45 pm – U10 Volleyball Team Practice 
  • 3:40-4:45 pm – U12 Swim Team Practice 

Tuesday, November 29 (Day 5) – #1 Dress

  • 7:00am – 7:50am – U12 Hockey Practice at Rinx.
  • 8:30 am – Prayers (Identity Prayers – Who Am I?”))
  • 3:20 pm – 4:00 pm – Primary Choir (Gr. 1 – 3) Music Room 155
  • 3:40 pm – 5:15 pm – Learn to Play Band (Gr.6) Music Room 157
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U11 Volleyball Team Practice

Wednesday, November 30 (Day 6)

  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am – U10 Badminton Squad practice
  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.1) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Disney Dance Crew (Gr. 1)Multipurpose Room256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Discovery Lab Science (Gr 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:25 pm – Junior Choir (Gr. 4 – 6)  Music Room 155

Thursday, December 1 (Day 7)

  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am – U11 Volleyball Team Practice 
  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.2-3) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm  – Homemade Gifts (Gr. 1 & 2) Art Room 160
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Teaching Kitchen (Gr. 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:40 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 3 & 4) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:40 pm – 5:10 pm – Learn to Play Strings (Gr. 5) Music Room 157
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U12 Volleyball Team practice

Friday, December 2  (Day 8)

  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am – U12 Swim Team practice 
  • 8:30 am – Prayers (Women Worth Knowing)

A Message from the Head of the Junior School – Friday, November 18

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Dear JS Families,

We are excited to be participating in Thrive Week again this year, from JK to Grade 12! This is an opportunity for our whole community to come together to focus on wellbeing and to promote positive mental health for all. Throughout the week, students will learn about the “Thrive Five,” which includes the importance of moving more, sleeping soundly, saying Hi (Connection), eating well, and giving back.

Thank you to our Child and Youth Worker, Holly Fournier, who shared the following resource, from Positive Parenting Solutions, with their top picks for the Best Parenting Book for 2022, all of which help to support you and your family to thrive.  

Sincerely,

Kate

Today’s edition of “The Weekly” contains information on the following:

LATEST

Reducing the Spread of Respiratory Illnesses

We are sharing an important message from Toronto Public Health with regard to a number of steps that can be taken to help keep children and others safe from an increase in respiratory viruses among children including Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza and COVID-19.

Please note that Toronto Public Health and Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health strongly recommend wearing a well-fitted mask in indoor public settings, including in schools and childcares. Upon entry to Havergal, masks will be made available.

To learn more about how to protect yourself, your family and your community from COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses, we invite you to read the Government of Ontario’s Public Health Measures and Advice. 

Comfy-Cozy Dress-Down Day on Friday, November 25

As part of our Thrive Week, students are invited to wear their comfiest/coziest clothes or PJs on Friday, November 25.

Dress for the Weather!

As we enter into the winter months, families are reminded to send your daughter with the appropriate outdoor gear, so that she can enjoy time outdoors. Winter coats, snow pants, boots, hats, mitts, etc are all advised.

REMINDER

Athletics

Gr. 4-6 Athletics starts back up this week. Please see the JS Athletics Schedule and The Portal for more details. 

What’s on the Menu Next Week?

Take a look at what’s for lunch on the JS November Menu 

Christmas Concert (Gr. 1 – 6) Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk (AAR) Form – To be completed by Friday, December 16 

  • Our annual Christmas Concert will take place on Thursday, December 22 at St. Paul’s Bloor Street (227 Bloor St E), from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Hot Lunch Program for the Winter Term – Registration

The Hot Lunch program Registration Form is now open for the Winter Term. To sign up, and to learn more please COMPLETE THIS FORM.

The Ella Minnow Book Fair is Back – November 21 – 25

Havergal Junior School will be coordinating a book fair with Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore from November 21st to 25th.  Such events provide kids the chance to choose what they want to read from a wide selection of bestselling titles, series, and beloved characters.  Students of all ages and reading levels can connect with stories that entertain, inspire, and delight. We invite you to enhance your home library and help us instill a lifelong love of reading.  Wishlists during that week will be brought home to be reviewed by parents and guardians.  Information on options for payments will be sent out in advance of the event. 

HCPA UPDATES

Ivy Market

You can still get tickets for the evening Cocktail Party on Tuesday, November 22!  Parents, alumni and past parents are all welcome.  Mingle and shop from 6 – 9 pm.  Click HERE to purchase tickets. You can also join us during the day!  An amazing group of curated vendors will join our HC vendors (including a fantastic bake sale) for both the day and evening events.

We need volunteers!

Please consider helping at the US on November 21 or 22.  Click HERE to sign up.  Would you prefer to bake or sell baked goods? Please click HERE.

Reminder for JS students: Bring $5 cash to spend at the bake sale on Tuesday, November 22.

HCPA Holiday Marketplace

The HCPA Holiday Marketplace (with the exception of wreaths and HC ornaments) will be closing this Friday.  Click HERE to get your holiday shopping done.  Shop for customizable Havergal ornaments, beautiful wreaths, scented candles, comfy blankets, Havergal-branded lazypants, HC frames and more.

NEXT WEEK AT A GLANCE

Monday, November 21 (Day 7)

  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am – U12 Volleyball Team Practice 
  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess (Grades Gr. 4-6) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 1 & 2) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Strings (Gr. 1) Music Room 157
  • 3:20 pm – 4:45 pm – Strings (Gr. 2 & 3) Music Room 155
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U10 Volleyball Team Practice 
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U12 Swim Team Practice 

Tuesday, November 22 (Day 8) – #1 Dress

  • 7:30 am – 2:30 pm HCPA Bake Sale (students reminded to bring $5)
  • 8:30 am – Prayers (Thrive Week)
  • 3:20 pm – 4:00 pm – Primary Choir (Gr. 1 – 3) Music Room 155
  • 3:40 pm – 5:15 pm – Learn to Play Band (Gr.6) Music Room 157
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U11 Volleyball Team Practice

Wednesday, November 23 (Day 1)

  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am – U10 Badminton Squad practice
  • 8:45 am – 10:00 am JS Grade Rep Meeting
  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.1) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Disney Dance Crew (Gr. 1)Multipurpose Room256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Discovery Lab Science (Gr 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:25 pm – Junior Choir (Gr. 4 – 6)  Music Room 155

Thursday, November 24 (Day 2)

  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am – U11 Volleyball Team Practice 
  • 8:30 am – 9:00 am – Prayers (Assuming Good Intent)
  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.2-3) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Homemade Gifts with ExploreIt!
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm  – Homemade Gifts (Gr. 1 & 2) Art Room 160
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Teaching Kitchen (Gr. 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:40 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 3 & 4) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:40 pm – 5:10 pm – Learn to Play Strings (Gr. 5) Music Room 157
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U12 Volleyball Team practice

Friday, November 25 (Day 3) – Comfy-Cozy Dress-Down Day!

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am – U12 Swim Team practice 
  • 8:30 am – NO PRAYERS today

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, November 11

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Dear JS Families,

What a pleasure it was to welcome back our Grandpals to the Junior School this week! The halls were simply buzzing as our students proudly toured their classroom and favourite spaces around campus. We also paid tribute, on this day, to all those who gave their lives for our country, through our Remembrance Day Service. We are preparing a video of this service, and look forward to sharing it with you soon.

We hope that the November Midterm Break brings the opportunity for some relaxation, and time with friends and family.

Sincerely,

Kate

Today’s edition of “The Weekly” contains information on the following:

HEADING

Safe Driving Both on and off Havergal Property

Since the beginning of the year we have observed several incidents of unsafe driving, particularly when entering or exiting the Junior School driveway. This has the very real potential to result in serious injury, or worse.

As you know, we are located in a residential area, and share the street with two other schools, as well as with all those who live on Rosewell Ave, and surrounding streets. As such, it is not uncommon for there to be traffic congestion during both drop-off and pick-up times. It also means that there are a number of pedestrians, both from and outside of the Havergal community. 

To ensure the highest level of safety for everyone, Havergal has taken the following measures:

  • Active daily presence by our security team during drop-off and pick-up;
  • Signage along the driveway indicating where to park, and that the speed limit is 10 km/hr;
  • Implementation of a staggered dismissal schedule to alleviate the number of cars on campus at any given time;
  • Use of School Pass to safely and efficiently alert students when an authorized adult has arrived to pick them up;
  • Flashing Indicators around the crosswalk reminding drivers to slow down;
  • Working with the city to ensure that we consistently have a crossing-guard during drop-off and dismissal times.

We know that you share our belief that safety is our top priority. As such, we require your cooperation and compliance with the following:

  1. Slowing down, not just on Havergal property, but along the street as well; 
  2. Being alert, looking out for pedestrians, and other cars, and following the directions of our security team and the Crossing Guard;
  3. Using the Crosswalk, where our Crossing Guard is stationed, to cross the street;
  4. NOT walking across the exit lane to drop-off or pick up your child. Similarly, NOT walking off the property, where cars are entering.
  5. Following the rules of the road! Incidents of parking in front of fire hydrants and other no parking zones have been noted, and contribute to an unsafe environment. 

If you have any questions, or if you have witnessed a driving infraction on the Junior School Campus or on Rosewell Avenue in front of the school, please contact our Campus Security team at:

416-483-3519, or rstepien@havergal.on.ca o

JK/SK Christmas Concert Save the Date 

  • We are thrilled to welcome JK and SK Families to the JS Gym for a Holiday Concert on Friday, December 9 at 2 pm, followed by a reception in the kindergarten classrooms

Christmas Concert Save the Date (Gr. 1 – 6) & Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk (AAR) Form 

  • Our annual Christmas Concert will take place on Thursday, December 22 at St. Paul’s Bloor Street (227 Bloor St E). 
  • Please note the following important information for your planning:
    • Students will travel to St. Paul’s in the afternoon for a rehearsal and then perform for their families at this venue at 4:00pm
    • Church doors will open to parents and families at 3:30pm.
    • All are welcome to attend and no tickets are required. 
    • There is no transportation back to the school and no Gator Care is available on this day. 
    • Students will be dismissed to their families after the concert is concluded. 
  • ALL FAMILIES are asked to complete the Grade 1 – 6 Christmas Concert Assumption and Acknowledgment of Risk Form. If you are not planning on having your child(ren) attend the concert, please complete as well, and just indicate that she will not be attending.

Hot Lunch Program for the Winter Term

The Hot Lunch program Registration Form is now open for the Winter Term. To sign up, and to learn more please COMPLETE THIS FORM.

The Ella Minnow Book Fair is Back – November 21 – 25

Havergal Junior School will be coordinating a book fair with Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore from November 21st to 25th.  Such events provide kids the chance to choose what they want to read from a wide selection of bestselling titles, series, and beloved characters.  Students of all ages and reading levels can connect with stories that entertain, inspire, and delight. We invite you to enhance your home library and help us instill a lifelong love of reading.  Wishlists during that week will be brought home to be reviewed by parents and guardians.  Information on options for payments will be sent out in advance of the event. 

House Dress Down Day – Friday, November 18

Students in JK to Grade 6 are invited to wear their house colours on Friday, November 18. 

REMINDERS

What’s on the Menu Next Week?

Take a look at what’s for lunch on the JS November Menu 

HCPA UPDATES

HCPA Holiday Marketplace

The HCPA Holiday Marketplace is now online.  Click HERE to get your holiday shopping done.  Shop for customizable Havergal ornaments, beautiful wreaths, scented candles, comfy blankets, Havergal-branded lazypants, HC frames and more.

Ivy Market

Tickets are now on sale for the evening parent Cocktail Party on November 22.  Click HERE to purchase tickets.  Mingle and shop from 6 – 9 pm.

You can also join us during the day!  We will have a great vendor marketplace, bake sale, used uniforms, spiritwear and more.

Do you love to bake?  We are still looking for baked/purchased items and parent volunteers for the bake sale.  To donate or volunteer please click HERE.

NEXT WEEK AT A GLANCE

Monday, November 14

  • School Closed

Tuesday, November 15 (Day 3) – #1 Dress

  • 8:30 am – Prayers – “Kindness Catches!”
  • 3:20 pm – 4:00 pm – Primary Choir (Gr. 1 – 3) Music Room 155
  • 3:40 pm – 5:15 pm – Learn to Play Band (Gr.6) Music Room 157

Wednesday, November 16 (Day 4)

  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.1) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Disney Dance Crew (Gr. 1)Multipurpose Room256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Discovery Lab Science (Gr 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:25 pm – Junior Choir (Gr. 4 – 6)  Music Room 155

Thursday, November 17 (Day 5)

  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.2-3) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Homemade Gifts with ExploreIt!
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm  – Homemade Gifts (Gr. 1 & 2) Art Room 160
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Teaching Kitchen (Gr. 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:40 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 3 & 4) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:40 pm – 5:10 pm – Learn to Play Strings (Gr. 5) Music Room 157

Friday, November 18 (Day 6) – HOUSE DRESS DOWN DAY!

  • 8:30 am – Prayers – Supporting New Circles (HC Community Partners) and the Holiday Angel Program

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, November 4

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Dear Junior School Families,

Today in prayers, we celebrated the many students who participated in our Fall Athletic Program. I invite you to take a few minutes to watch this AMAZING VIDEO, made by our athletic director, Ms. Anna Bartlett which highlights our teams, games, and overall spirit!

We also had the opportunity to hear from Grade 6 student, Juliette, who was the first Junior Division recipient of the Dovigi Kindness Award in June, who shared what it means to be kind. 

This award will be given annually in June, in honour of one Primary and one Junior student who is consistently kind. Each recipient is someone who shows compassion to others, has the integrity to do the right thing, even when no one is watching, exhibits the courage to stand up and speak up when they see others being treated unfairly, and inquires about how they can make the world a better place. These individuals give generously of themselves, without seeking recognition or reward. They inspire others to make the Junior School community a place where people feel that they belong, are valued, respected and understood. 

We look forward to hearing from Maria, in Grade 2, who was our first primary student to receive this important award at another upcoming prayers.

Finally, I am curious of any of you heard the loud cheers and screaming coming from the JS Gym at lunchtime today, where our Grade 6s and JS Faculty and Staff faced against each other in a nail biting game of basketball?! It was a really joyful way to end off our week!

Sincerely,

Kate

Today’s edition of “The Weekly” contains information on the following:

LATEST

When do Clubs, Performing Arts, and Athletics Take Place Throughout the Year?

Please Note:

  • This week you are registering for Winter Athletics and Session 2 Clubs
  • There will be a registration for spring athletics in March
  • The following clubs and performing arts, take place ALL YEAR – you do NOT need to register again for these.
    • Chess; Choir; Learn to Play Band; Learn to Play Strings

JS Co-curricular (Clubs, Performing Arts, Athletics) Winter Registration Opens on TODAY at 4pm 

Junior School Musical Auditions (Grades 4 – 6)

  • We are excited to announce that Havergal will be putting on its first Junior School Musical! Students in Grades 4 – 6 are invited to participate in the production as actors, singers, dancers, set designers, costume designers, and backstage crew. We will begin working on the musical in January and our performance will take place at the end of May.
  • Students in Grades 4 – 6 can audition to be a part of the cast. Auditions will take place during the week of November 15. Students can sign up for an audition using the sign up sheets in the hallways. Please reach out to Paula Carson (pcarson@havergal.on.ca) if you have any questions.

Pizza Lunch is on Monday, November 7!

Please note that students will enjoy our second pizza lunch this coming Monday!

Upcoming Admission Events in the JS – Tell Your Friends!

Do you know a family who would be a great fit for Havergal? Referrals from our parent community are important to our admission process. As we look ahead to our application deadline on December 1, the Admission Team is hosting a number of events for prospective families, both online and in-person. Information and registration details about these events, including an early entry years (JK and Grade 1) event on Monday, November 7th and our Junior School Academics and Innovation Webinar, can be found on our website in the Admission Centre. Please consider sharing within your network!

REMINDERS

What’s on the Menu Next Week?

Take a look at what’s for lunch on the JS Menu Fall 2022  

Grandpals’ Day and Remembrance Day Service – Tuesday, November 8: 

We are very much looking forward to welcoming our Grandpals on Tuesday! Registration runs from 7:45-8:15 am followed by a reception in the Junior School Dining Room.  From 8:30-9:00 am, grandpals will be watching our Remembrance Day ceremony in the Dining Room.  Following the ceremony they will be invited into their granddaughters classrooms for a tour.

Please note that parking on campus is EXTREMELY limited. 

If possible, grandpals are encouraged to find alternatives to driving. If this is not possible, you may want to visit Spot Angels Toronto, which shows you all the parking options around you, and even sends reminders to make sure you don’t get tickets.

Questions?

ACTION REQUIRED: Magnus Health Information – Required for Winter Sports Registration, Excursions and Emergencies

In order to ensure we have the most up-to-date information about your child’s medical information you are required to update your child’s Vital Health Record, Over-The-Counter (OTC) Medication authorization form, and any applicable Health Plan of Care in Magnus Health (asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes etc. 

The insurance section of the Vital Health Record should be updated with OHIP information, as this is used for emergency situations, we do not require supplemental day student private insurance information. 

Click here for a link to do the update. Don’t delay – do it today!

When students are seen by a nurse at the health center in the JS, we will share the note through the Magnus Portal. If your child tells you they have come to the Health Center and you would like to see any follow-up suggestions please log into your parent Magnus Health Portal. Note that we will still call home for any urgent or significant health concerns, and we will call home before administering any Over-the Counter medications in the Junior School. 

HCPA UPDATES

Save the date for Ivy Market on Nov. 22! Daytime shopping for parents and students including a bake sale, used uniforms (all uniform pieces available), a holiday marketplace, and spirit wear. Evening cocktail party for parents with time to shop and mingle. Tickets on sale NOW! Click HERE  to purchase tickets for the cocktail party. 

The HCPA Holiday Marketplace is now online for shopping! Click HERE to get your holiday shopping done.

Lazypants are on sale NOW! Click HERE to order.

NEXT WEEK AT A GLANCE

Monday, November 7 (Day 8) – PIZZA LUNCH DAY

  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess (Grades Gr. 4 – 6) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 1 & 2) Multipurpose Room 256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Strings (Gr. 1) Music Room 157
  • 3:20 pm – 4:45 pm – Strings (Gr. 2 & 3) Music Room 155

Tuesday, November 8 (Day 1) – #1 Dress – Grandpals’ Day

  • 7:45am – 8:15 am –  Grandpals registration and Reception
  • 8:30 am – Remembrance Day Service – Grandpals view from Dining Room
  • 9:00 am – 9:45 am – Grandpals visit classrooms
  • 9:45 am – Grandpals Depart
  • 3:20 pm – 4:00 pm – Primary Choir (Gr. 1 – 3) Music Room 155
  • 3:40 pm – 5:15 pm – Learn to Play Band (Gr.6) Music Room 157

Wednesday, November 9 (Day 2)

  • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Chess Club (Gr.1) Learning Hub
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Disney Dance Crew (Gr. 1)Multipurpose Room256
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Discovery Lab Science (Gr 1 – 3) Dining Hall
  • 3:40 pm – 4:25 pm – Junior Choir (Gr. 4 – 6)  Music Room 155

Thursday, November 10 (November Break)

  • PD Day for Teachers
  • No Classes for Students

Friday, November 11 (November Break)

  • School Closed

Monday, November 14 (November Break)

  • School Closed

Tuesday, November 15 (Day 3)

  • School Resumes