A Message From The Head of the School, Thursday, February 16, 2023

On By havergaljuniorschool

Dear JS Families,

What a wonderful week of connection, community building and spirit it has been! While February days can sometimes feel long and dark, the mood at Havergal was anything but. From Dress Down Days, to special activities led by our US Prefects, sweet treats, and cheering on the Havergal Hockey team it felt like a week of celebration. A special congratulations to our U12 Hockey Team who won their game against BSS at their first game together as a team at The Mattamy Centre! Congratulations to everyone for such a fabulous week

As we head into the midterm Family Day long-weekend, I hope that this time provides you with an opportunity to pause, and enjoy time together.

Warmly,

Kate

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

LATEST NEWS

Pink Shirt Day – Friday, February 24

  • Students in JK to Grade 12 will be marking the importance of Pink Shirt Day throughout the week. 
  • While Pink Shirt Day is officially on Wednesday, February 22, students in the JS are invited to wear a pink shirt on Friday, February 24. US students will wear their Pink Shirts on Wednesday.
  • While we speak to our students about the difference between being rude, being mean and bullying on a regular basis, Pink Shirt Day highlights the importance of choosing to lift each other up, how to be an “upstander” and the effects that bullying can have.
  •  Should you wish to know more, please visit the Pink Shirt Day Website.

Junior School Food Services – Registration for Spring Term

Should you wish to sign your child up for JS Food Services in the spring term, please be sure to fill out the Food Services Registration Form by March 23. 

REMINDERS

School Information and Student Demographics Reporting – please complete by February 24th, 2023

All schools in Ontario are required to submit student demographic information for JK-12 students for the Ministry of Education’s reports on school information and student demographics. We are asking parents to submit this information to us by February 24th, 2023 so that our Ministry report is up to date and accurate.  

Please complete ONE submission for each child you have enrolled at Havergal College.  The submission form can be found here. Please direct any questions you have to data.services@havergal.on.ca. Thank you for helping us complete this important information.

HCPA UPDATES

Pre-Loved Uniform Sale 

Pre-Loved Uniform Sale is next week!  See you on February 24 from 9 – 11 am at the JS.  Card payments only please.

Gator Gala Silent Auction

If you would like to make a donation (items, tickets or experiences) to the Gator Gala Silent Auction, please contact Donna Wilson at donnasmythe@hotmail.com or Jennifer O’Campo-King at JenniferOCampo.King@tdsecurities.com. Proceeds will be put toward HCPA parent engagement activities and the Limitless Campaign.

NEW – HC fleece pullovers on sale now!

Click HERE for more information. Youth and adult sizes are available to order until March 10. Don’t miss out!


Get involved with the HCPA in 2023-24

The HCPA’s nomination process is open now for the 2023-24 school year. Connect with other parents, support the school and have fun by getting involved with the HCPA! Learn more HERE.

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Use this link to see a personalized summary of your child’s activities next week, on the Parent Portal.

What’s on the Menu in February?

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

Monday, February, 20

  • School Closed for Mid Term Break

Tuesday, February 21

  • Classes Resume

Friday, February 24

  • JS Students invited to wear a Pink Shirt in Recognition of Pink Shirt Bullying Awareness Day
  • JS Preloved Uniform Sale (9:00 am – 11:00 am – Outside the Library)

Friday, March 10 

  • Last Day of Classes before March Break

Monday, March 27

  • No Classes for Students; PD Day for Teachers

Tuesday, March 28

  • Classes Resume for Students

April 30, 2023

  • JS A-mazing Race  (12:30-3:30 pm)

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