A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Thursday, May 18, 2023

Dear JS Families,

Today’s House Shout brought together our whole school, from JK to Grade 12 to celebrate everyone’s House Pride and to engage in a little friendly conversation. It was wonderful to see everyone on The Ratcliffe Field, cheering and showing off some Havergal spirit! It was a wonderful way to welcome in the May long weekend! Please be sure to check out HC’s social media platforms for videos and pictures of the fun.

Wishing you all a happy, healthy, and sunny long few days with family and friends.

Kate

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

LATEST

JS Musical – 101 Dalmatians

After much rehearsal, we are almost ready to present the Junior School Musical – 101 Dalmatians! Students will have the opportunity to see the production on May 29th and 30th It will take place between 8:30 am and 9:15 am on Monday, May 29th (JK – Grade 3) and Tuesday, May 30th(Grade 4 – 6) in The Legacy Theatre (located in the Upper School). Please ensure that your child arrives by 8:20 am at the latest on the day they will see the show, so that we can ensure the production starts promptly at 8:30 am.

A reminder that in lieu of physical tickets, we have partnered with North York Harvest Food Bank, and encourage a donation of a food item upon your entrance into the theatre. There will be boxes to place your food item at the entrance. Please see the list of urgently needed food here.

Rising Together Yoga 

On Thursday, June 1st we will be hosting our first community Sunrise Yoga class. This event is held in support of mental health awareness and will be led by our very own in-house yoga instructor Ms. Robar. The event will occur on the Cohen Field from 7 am until 7:45 am. All grade 5 and 6 students are welcome to attend. We strongly encourage parents or guardians to enjoy us in this gentle morning flow. Please make sure to bring your own mat or towel.

Please sign up with the link provided before May 26th. 

No Prayers on Tuesday!

Please note that we will not have Prayers on Tuesday, as students are continuing with their Literacy Assessments.

REMINDERS

Gator Care – Last Day: June 13

For planning purposes, please note that the last day of Gator Care (both morning and afternoon) is June 13.

ATHLETICS

Please refer to the JS Athletics Schedule.

HCPA UPDATES

Pre-loved Uniforms

The HCPA has new Pre-Loved Uniform bins! Please drop off gently used uniform items any time. You will find the new JS bin across from the Learning Hub. We will also do a large collection on June 14 at the Upper School. Drop off in the US laneway from 7:30 – 8 am OR in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30 am – 12 noon.

Used Book Donation Drive

Mark your calendars to drop off used books on June 14! Curbside drop off will be available from 7:30 – 8 am in the Upper School laneway OR you may drop books off in the Ellen Knox library (US) from 8:30 am – 12 noon. We will accept all used general books including children’s books, adult novels, cookbooks, etc…All proceeds from book sales support the HCPA fundraising goals.

YOUR CHILD’S PERSONALIZED CALENDAR

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

END OF YEAR EVENTS TO MARK ON YOUR CALENDARS 

Monday, May 29 and Tuesday May 30  Havergal Junior School’s performance of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS 

  • Monday @ 8:30 am – Legacy Theatre
  • Tuesday @ 8:30 am & 4:30 pm – Legacy Theatre

Monday, June 12 Grade 6 Crossing the Bridge Leaving Ceremony (Grade 6 Families Only)

  • 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm – JS Gym

Wednesday, June 14 Junior School Closing Ceremony 

  • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

WHAT’S ON THE MENU NEXT WEEK

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