A Message From The Head of the Junior School – Thursday, February 13, 2025

On By havergaljuniorschool

Dear Junior School Families,

Happy Snow Day! I hope that people are safe in their spaces, enjoying a cozy day, and spending some quality time outdoors playing in the snow. We know that some of our students might be feeling disappointed not to be on campus for the bakesale and to celebrate Valentine’s day. Please let them know not to worry, as these have both been moved to Tuesday!

That said, it has been a wonderful week of connection, community building. February days can sometimes feel long and dark, but the mood at Havergal this week was anything but. From Dress Down Days, to special activities, sweet treats – including the mystery of “The Missing Golden Bell”, to cheering on our Havergal Hockey teams, and enjoying a delicious cupcakes for the 100th Day of School, it felt like a week of celebration. A special shout out to our U12 Hockey Team, who played the BSS Bobcats at the Mattamy Centre, with an impressive score of 4 -1 for the Gators! 

The purpose of this week is to bring a little light, laughter, and community spirit during the long winter months! I would say mission accomplished! Thank you to all those who helped in organising the events throughout the week.

As we head into the midterm Family Day long-weekend, I hope that this time provides you with an opportunity to pause, recharge, and enjoy time together. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday.

Warmly,

Kate

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

Latest News

Reminders

LATEST NEWS

JS Bake Sale and “Wear What You Love for Valentine’s Day” Rescheduled to Tuesday, February 18!

We are thrilled to share that the Bake Sale and “Wear What You Love for Valentine’s Day” have both been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 18.

Students are invited to wear something they love, or Valentine’s Day colours on Tuesday.

All  Junior School students will have an opportunity to attend our delicious annual bake sale with their class, between 9:30 am and 2:00 pm. 

This will be a cash only event, so please send up to $10 with your daughter so she can make her purchases.

If you signed up for donations please drop your delicious baked items to JS learning hub hallway on Tuesday morning between 7.30-9.00am.

If you had signed up to volunteer but no longer can please contact hcpa.committee@gmail.com.

Pink Shirt Day – Wednesday, February 26 (Pink Shirt on TOP of uniform)

Students in JK to Grade 12 will be marking the importance of Pink Shirt Day onWednesday, February 28th. All students in JK to Grade 12 are invited to wear a pink shirt on top of their uniform on this day.

While we speak to our students about the difference between being rude, being mean and bullying on an ongoing basis, Pink Shirt Day highlights the importance of choosing to lift each other up, how to be an “upstander” and the very real impact that bullying can have. We will be speaking about the importance of Pink Shirt Day, and how it came about with our students at Prayers, on Tuesday, February 25th, so they understand the context of the day, in age appropriate ways.

Please visit the Pink Shirt Day Website to learn more!

CO-CURRICULARS

Athletics

  • Congratulations to the U12 hockey team for having the courage to play in front of thousands of fans at Mattemy Arena.
  • Good luck to the Volleyball teams this week on their Championship week!
  • Please see the details as links in the JS Athletics Schedule. 

Clubs

  • JS Clubs Schedule
  • Registration for Spring Clubs will be open from 10am on February 28 – March 7, 2025.

WHAT’S ON THE MENU NEXT WEEK

NOTES FROM THE HCPA

Grade Socials

  • The Grade Evening socials are coming up!  Please see below some details and also the Evite links to RSVP.  We hope to see you all there!
  • Grade JK, SK, 1, 2 & 3: Thursday, February 27, 7- 9 pm, Theme: Wine and Cheese
  • Grades 4, 5 & 6: Thursday, February 20, 7- 9 pm, Theme: Sip and Share

A-mazing Race

  • A-mazing Race! Save the date – Sunday, May 4. All Junior School students and an adult guest are invited to join us for the always popular A-mazing Race—more details coming soon!

KEY DATES ON THE HORIZON

Friday, February 14 

  • Mid Term Break – School Closed

Monday, February 17

  • Mid Term Break – School Closed

Tuesday, February 25

  • Pink Shirt Day – Prayers (8:25 am – 8:50 am)

Wednesday, February  26

  • Pink Shirt Day (Students are invited to wear a pink shirt on top of their uniforms on this day)

Friday, March 7

  • Last Day of Classes

Monday, March 10 – Monday, March 24

  • March Break

Tuesday, March 25

  • Classes Resume for Students

Friday, April 11

  • Student-Led Conferences (Students and families will book appointments to come into school on this day; NO CLASSES)

Thursday, April 17 

  • Grandpals’ Day (10:00 am – 11:30 am)

Friday, April 18 

  • Easter Friday (No Classes)

Monday, April 21

  • Easter Monday (No Classes)

Wednesday, April 30 

  • JS Parent-Teacher Interviews (4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Virtual)
    • Please note that these meetings are optional

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