Dear Junior School Families,
Today marks our final edition of “The Weekly – Junior School” for the 2024 – 2025 school year.
Congratulations to all of our students, families, faculty and staff for another successful school year! Yesterday’s Closing Ceremony was a wonderful opportunity for us to gather together as a community, and reflect on our year together. I am always blown away at the incredible confidence and poise that our students have while performing, as well as how they are able speak so reflectively, and with such gratitude about being part of our community.
It was inspiring to see our students come together to sing “Ahead by a Century,” by the iconic Canadian band – The Tragically Hip – as their final performance of the year. This is a song that invites us to think about our past, present and future, while also challenging us to let go of the things that may have held us back, and imagine an even better future. It was the perfect selection to think about, as we depart at the end of the year, and look forward to both the summer ahead, and the next school year.
Have a wonderful summer!
Sincerely,
Kate
Today’s edition of “The Weekly” contains information on the following:
Latest News
- Summer Messages
- Introducing This Year’s Summer Reading Challenge!
- A Final Message From Gator Care
- An Important Message From Toronto Public Health
Reminders
- Report Cards Available for Viewing on Wednesday, June 18
- Student Health Updates for the 25-26 School Year
- Celebration Saturday
- Notes From the HCPA
- Key Dates on the Horizon
LATEST NEWS
Summer Messages
New and returning families will receive two communications from the school over the summer, regarding the 2024-2025 school year. You can expect them in your email on the following dates:
- Wednesday, July 2
- Wednesday, August 20
Introducing This Year’s Summer Reading Challenge!
As always, Ms. Read (Libarian) and Ms. Tulli (Literacy Coordinator) have done it again! Here is this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. It is is sure to keep you motivated and engaged throughout the summer.
Be sure to check out the website to see some of their recommendations for books to read from JK – Grade 1, Grades 2 & 3, and Grades 4 – 6 Be sure to download a copy of the Bingo Playing Card to keep track of all of the books that you have read.
This information will also be part of our first summer communication for all new and returning families.
Happy Reading!!!
A Final Message From Gator Care
Should your daughter attend Gator Care on a regular basis, we encourage you to read our last Gator Care Monthly Blast for 2024-2025.
An Important Message From Toronto Public Health
Please take a moment to read this message from Toronto Public Health, that shares some important information and health tips to help families stay healthy, active and safe over the summer months.
REMINDERS
Report Cards Available for Viewing on Wednesday, June 18
Your daughter’s full report card is available through a link on your Parent Portal on Wednesday, June 18 at 9 am.
Please take a moment to review the following information from Dr. Seonaid Davis, Vice Principal of Teaching and Learning:
Should you have any questions please reach out to your daughter’s homeroom or specialist teacher directly
Student Health Updates for the 25-26 School Year
It is that time of year when the Health Centre requires you to renew and update health information for your child if they are returning to Havergal in the fall.
Health information is collected for all students to support their safety, health, and wellbeing during their time at Havergal for any related activities.
You will receive an email prompting you to log in to Magnus (Havergal’s Medical Information System) on June 1st. You must log in even if no health information has changed.
As a reminder, per Havergal College’s Conditions of Enrolment, your child’s immunization record must be up to date and submitted to Toronto Public Health Immunization Connect Ontario website.
CELEBRATION DAY – FRIDAY, SEPT 26
Bazaar – Call for Vendors
We are reaching out to Old Girls/Alum, parents, past parents, students and staff/faculty with an opportunity to participate in this year’s Bazaar or to donate an experience or prize to our Silent Auction. All funds raised will be donated to our Community Partners.
Click here to find out all the details and book your vendor slot by July 1!
NOTES FROM THE HCPA
Pre-Loved Uniform – Save the Date
- Mark your calendars for a Pre-Loved Uniform sale on Wednesday August 27 from 11 am to 2pm in the Brenda Robson Hall at the Upper School.
HCPA Volunteer Positions
- Interested in getting involved with the HCPA? There are a few positions still available, including Auction Coordinator Co-Chair. Email hcpa.committee@gmail.com for more information.
KEY DATES ON THE HORIZON
Wednesday, June 18
- Report Cards Available for Viewing at 9 am on the Parent Portal.
Wednesday, July 2
- First Summer Message to New and Returning Families – sent by email
Wednesday, August 20
- Second Summer Message to New and Returning Families – sent by email
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