A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Thursday, October 5, 2023

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Dear Junior School Families,

What better way to start the Thanksgiving long weekend, than with the Harvest Festival! I feel particularly grateful to our students, who under the thoughtful care and direction of Mr. Jeff MacLean and Ms. Rachel Read, sang so beautifully!  We are also thankful to our faculty and staff for all of their support to prepare for this event. For all of those who were able to join us, we hope you left with warm and joyful hearts. If you were not able to join us, here are links to two of the songs performed by our students in Grades 1 – 6: Encourage One Another at Harvest Festival 2023 and Golden Leaves at Harvest Festival 2023.

Harvest Festival is a longstanding Havergal Junior School tradition. It not only allows us to acknowledge all of our many blessings but also helps us to remember the importance of sharing the bounty. We are also pleased to let you know that our community was able to collect just over 2000 pounds of food for the North York Harvest Food Bank. Thank you for your generosity

We also came together this afternoon to once again participate in the Terry Fox Run. Students from JK to Grade 6 participated, and it was so lovely to see so many families join us.

On behalf of all of the staff and faculty of the Junior School, we wish you a restorative and happy Thanksgiving weekend.

Sincerely,

Kate

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

LATEST NEWS

“Havergal Connections” Presents: An Evening with Knixwear Founder and CEO – Joanna Griffiths (HC Alum, ‘01)

Discover the incredible journey of Joanna Griffiths, a pioneering Havergal College alum from the Class of 2001. She is the Founder and CEO of Knixwear, a brand that has revolutionized the world of women’s intimate apparel.

  • Date: October 26, 2023
  • Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Location: Havergal College’s Junior School Dining Hall
  • Address: 460 Rosewell Avenue (parking is limited)
  • Light Refreshments: Provided

But that’s not all! We’re thrilled to announce that this event will be moderated by acclaimed video journalist Pauline Chan ’83.

Joanna’s entrepreneurial journey began with innovative leak-proof underwear, rapidly expanding into bras that generated an impressive $2 million in pre-sales. Since Knixwear’s 2013 launch, Joanna has not only disrupted the industry but also set new standards in the $250 billion underwear market.

Gain exclusive entrepreneurship insights as Joanna shares her strategies for identifying unmet consumer demands and strategically positioning Knixwear for remarkable growth. Whether you’re a Knixwear enthusiast, aspiring entrepreneur, or just eager to learn, don’t miss this chance to hear from one of Canada’s most influential female founders.

Ticket Details:Cost: $25 per person. Proceeds support the Havergal Fund, specifically programming and innovation.

Join us for an inspiring evening with Joanna Griffiths ’01 and Pauline Chan ’83. Secure your spot today by registering

Link to Register: HERE

Junior School Book Fair with Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore! October 23 – 27

Havergal Junior School will be coordinating a book fair with Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore from October 23 – 27.  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. 

REMINDERS

Drop-off and Pick-Up Safety Routines

The safety of your children is our top priority, and we need your cooperation and compliance with the following:

  1. Use the Crosswalk, where our Crossing Guard is stationed, to cross the street; 
  2. Do NOT walk across the exit lane to drop-off or pick up your child. Exiting cars may not see you;
  3. Stay in the line while dropping off or picking up. “Jumping the Cue,” unless otherwise advised by a member of our security team is NOT permitted.

Outdoor Clothing

Daily outdoor play is an integral part of the day, and it is essential that our students have what they need to make the most of this time. Knowing how to dress your daughter for outdoor play in any weather can make a HUGE difference to the amount of time she is happy to spend outside. Clothing should remove the distractions that less-than-ideal weather imposes, leaving kids free to focus on play, not the physical discomfort of being “too hot” or “too wet” or “too cold”.

As we make the transition from summer to fall please ensure that your daughter arrives at school with the appropriate outdoor clothing. In the days to come, this may include items such as a raincoat, rain boots, a warmer jacket, sweatpants or splash pants, mitts, or a hat.

FALL CO-CURRICULARS

Athletics

Clubs and Arts

NOTES FROM THE HCPA

Coming soon: Used Book Collection and Used Technology Drive at the Upper School October 12, 7:30 – 11:30 am

Click here to find information about the used technology drive. Please see the October edition of the HCPA News You Can Use for details about our book collection.

HCPA Coffee Mornings at HC

Be sure to RSVP (hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com) for upcoming HCPA coffee mornings, to be held from 8 to 9:30 am in the Upper School’s Biowall/Student Commons. We hope you will be able to join us.

  • Friday, October 27: JK to Grade 3 Parents
  • Friday, December 1: Grades 4 to 6 Parents

WHAT’S ON THE MENU NEXT WEEK

YOUR CHILD’S PERSONALIZED CALENDAR

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

KEY DATES ON THE HORIZON 

Friday, October 6 & Monday, October 9

  • No classes – School Closed for Thanksgiving

Tuesday, October 10

  • Classes resume

Thursday, October 26

  • An Evening with Joanna Griffiths (HC ‘01) – The Knixwear Entrepreneurial Journey      
  • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm in the JS Dining Room

Friday, October 27

  • HCPA Coffee Morning (JK to Grade 3 Parents)
  •  8:00 am to 9:30 am in the Upper School’s Biowall/Student Commons

Tuesday, October 31 

  • Halloween is celebrated in the JS – stay tuned for more details

Tuesday, November 21

  • Ivy Market & Cocktail Party (details to come)

Friday, December 1

  • HCPA Coffee Morning (Grade 4 to 6 Parents)
  •  8:00 am to 9:30 am in the Upper School’s Biowall/Student Commons

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