A Message From The Head of the Junior School – Friday, January 19, 2026

On By havergaljuniorschool

Dear Junior School Families,

Welcome Back!

We hope you stayed warm and safe during yesterday’s snow day.

While an unexpected closure often requires some logistical gymnastics for parents, there is something undeniably magical about a mid-week pause.

The students arrived this morning buzzing with stories of sledding hills, snowmen, and extra mugs of hot cocoa. It was wonderful to see their red-cheeked faces back in the hallways today. Thank you for your flexibility and for helping us keep our community safe during the weather event.

The campus is now fully plowed, school is back in session, and we are looking forward to the week ahead.

Warmly

Kate

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

Latest News

Reminders

LATEST NEWS

Black History Month Prayers – An Invitation

Save the Date for Two Important Junior School Events!

There are two very important JS Events that we wanted to be sure to put on your calendars.

Grandpals’ Day – Friday, April 10th (9:30 am – 11:00 am)

  • More information about this day will be sent prior to the event.

Student-Led Conferences – Friday, April 17 

  • Families will be able to sign-up for 30 minute slots to see just some of what students are currently learning in the classroom, and present it to you formally.
  • Please note that there are NO SCHEDULED CLASSES on this day.
  • More information will be sent prior to the event.

REMINDERS

Re-registration: January 27 – February 2, 2026

Re-registration for the 2026/27 school year will open on Tuesday January 27.  

Families will receive an email from the Board of Governors on that day with a link to reregistration and can also access reregistration through the Parent Portal Landing Page. Re-registration, which includes both completing the online forms and submitting the deposit,  is due on Tuesday February 2, 2026.  We cannot guarantee a place for students who re-register after this date.  

While we are certainly hoping to be welcoming all of our students back next year, we recognize that family situations change and relocations occur.  If you are aware that your daughter is not returning to Havergal, please let us know by emailing Maggie Houston-White (mhw@havergal.on.ca) as soon as possible so we can ensure we have a fulsome admission process at all necessary years. 

Major Dates Calendar for 2026-2027

Our Major Dates Calendar for 2026-2027 has been set! We know that many families like to plan ahead, so we hope that this is helpful. Please note that dates are subject to change. This information can also be found on the Parent Portal.

Book Fair Update

Ms. Rodd distributed the last of the book fair orders. She still has a small handful of books with no names attached. If you are still waiting for an item from the book fair, kindly reach out to Ms. Rodd at erodd@havergal.on.ca so that she can follow up.

ATHLETIC and CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMMING 

Athletics:

  •  JS Athletics Schedule  
  • Congratulations to the U12 Hockey team, who had their first game against Royal St. George’s. They played incredibly and squeaked out a 5-5 tie!   
  • SAVE THE DATE: Hockey Day at Mattemy Arena. Puck drop at 1pm. Details will be in next week’s weekly. 
  • Athletics Questions?

Clubs:

WHAT’S ON THE JS MENU NEXT WEEK

JS Menu for Monday, January 19 – Friday, January 23.pdf 

NOTES FROM THE HCPA

Parent Evening Socials

Please save the date for the following evening parent socials:

  • Grades JK – 4: February 26, 7 – 9 pm (Bio Wall)

Preloved Uniform & Marketplace Sale

The Pre-Loved Uniform and Marketplace mid-year sale is on Wednesday, February 4, 2:30 to 5:00 pm in the Junior School Learning Hub hallway.  Please stop by to stock up on extra uniform pieces or to replace lost items.

The Bake Shop

The HCPA Bake Sale has had a glow up! Join us at The Bake Shop on Wednesday, February 11, from 12:30–2:00pm in the Gator Care room. 

We’re looking for parent volunteers for the following:

  • Baking and donating nut-free baked goods: click here to sign up
  • Donations can be homemade or store-bought—all delicious contributions welcome!

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

YOUR CHILD’S PERSONALIZED CALENDAR

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

KEY DATES ON THE HORIZON

Monday, January 19

  • Prayers (Smudge and Sacred Medicines with Marissa Magneson & Rachel Read)

Wednesday, January 21

  • Prayers (Principal, Dr. Katrina Samson will be delivering the message)

Wednesday, February 4

  • Black History Month Prayers (8:25 am – 8:55 am); followed by a reception in the JS Library

Monday, February 9 – Thursday, February 12

  • Spirit Week (dress down day details to come)

Friday, February 13 

  • Mid Term Break – School Closed

Monday, February 16

  • Mid Term Break – School Closed

Thursday, February 26 (7 – 9 pm at the Bio Wall)

  • JK – Grade 4 Parent Social

Friday, March 6

  • Last Day of Classes

Monday, March 9 – Monday, March 23

  • March Break

Tuesday, March 24

  • Classes Resume for Students

April 10th (9:30 am – 11:00 am)

  • Grandpals’ Day
    • More information about this day will be sent prior to the event.

Friday, April 17 

  • Student-Led Conferences
    • Families will be able to sign-up for 30 minute slots to see just some of what students are currently learning in the classroom, and present it to you formally.
    • Please note that there are NO SCHEDULED CLASSES on this day.
    • More information will be sent prior to the event.

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