A Message From The Head of the Junior School – Friday, February 6, 2025

On By havergaljuniorschool

Dear Junior School Families,

With the snow falling again today, next week’s “Spirit Week,” is the perfect way to bring on some light and laughter into the winter. We are all looking forward to celebrating next week, and are eager to take on BSS once again at Hockey Day on Tuesday. Be sure to read everything carefully, so that your daughter comes prepared to participate in all the fun! 

Warmly,

Kate

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

Latest News

Reminders

LATEST NEWS

Lunar New Year’s Prayers (Monday, February 23) – An Invitation

Stop and Drop!

Please drop-off your child(ren) on the walkway, where your car stops, rather than waiting to get to the front of the school. This helps ensure that traffic keeps moving, and we don’t block traffic on Rosewell. Thank you for your cooperation.

You are Invited to Havergal College: A Night of Music at Koerner Hall, 7pm, March 3, 2026 

We are excited to announce that Spring Senior Music Night is taking place at Koerner Hall at the Royal Conservatory on Tuesday March 3rd at 7 pm.  Tickets are free and can be secured through the Royal Conservatory Box Office. Tickets will be available to pick up at the Koerner Hall box office before 6.50pm the night of the event.  All are welcome and we hope to see you there!

Clue Tickets On Sale (Senior School Play)!

We are excited to announce that due to popular demand, tickets for our Senior School Play CLUE (High School Edition) are going on sale on Monday, February 9th at 9am!! Get your tickets on HC Box Office on the Parent Portal!

REMINDERS

Hygiene Kit Drive (Monday, Feb 2 – Thursday, Feb 12)

This February, Havergal College is pleased to once again be collaborating with our long-time community partners, New Circles, in support of their Hygiene Kit Program. Our Grade 5 students, as part of their Leadership Programming, will be working with their teachers to run this important initiative in the Junior School.

  • You can support the drive by sending the assigned items with your child to school (collected by the homeroom teacher) by Thursday, February 12, 2026. 
  • Every contribution makes a meaningful difference and helps our students learn the impact of leadership, empathy, and community service. Encourage your child to participate fully—together, we can help New Circles families feel supported and cared for this season.

When and How are Donations Being Accepted?

  • Donations can be brought in anytime between now and February 12, 2026.
  • Students should place their items in their homeroom collection bin.
  • After the collection period, Grade 5 students will sort the donations and assemble Hygiene Kits, which will be delivered to New Circles at the end of February.

On behalf of the Junior School and our Partners at New Circles thank you for your generosity! 

Please see below for Grade item requests:

JK/SK/Grade 1

  • Toothpaste and toothbrushes

Grade 2 & Grade 4A

  • Soap and Lotion

Grade 3 & Grade 4B

  • Lysol Wipes

Grade 5

  • Shampoo and Conditioner

Grade 6

  • Small packs of pads and tampons
    • (Buying smaller packs will allow more clients to receive them) 

To learn more, please review the New Circles- Hygiene Kit Drive Information Sheet  

Spirit Week (Monday, Feb 9 – Thursday, Feb 12)

Spirit Week is just around the corner! At Havergal, Spirit Week is about coming together, supporting one another, and celebrating what makes our community so special. It’s a time for our community to share moments of joy together and create a positive ripple effect throughout our school – because spirit is contagious!  

  • Monday, February 9th: 
    • Students are invited to wear an accessory over their uniform that represents a country they love or celebrates where they are from.
  • Tuesday, February 10th: It’s hockey day!!!
    • JK – Grade 3
      • Will be able to watch some of the game on live-stream
    • Grade 4-6
      • Will be bused to and from the  Mattamy Arena to see the game live! 
    • All students are encouraged to dress down head to toe in Green and Gold!
  • Thursday, February 12th:
    •  To gear up for Valentine’s Day, everyone is encouraged to “Wear What You Love” as a way to celebrate your authentic self.

ATHLETIC and CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMMING 

Athletics:

Clubs:

WHAT’S ON THE JS MENU NEXT WEEK

JS Menu for Monday, February 9 – Thursday, February 12 

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)

The Bake Shop

Gather your couch cushion quarters! The Bake Shop opens Wednesday, February 11, from 12:30 – 2:00 pm in the Gator Care room. All JS students will have the opportunity to visit the bake sale with their classes. We recommend bringing $10 to shop the sale. 

  • We’re looking for parent volunteers to bake or donate nut-free baked goods. Sign up here. Those who donate will have first dibs on day-of volunteer time slots. Donations can be homemade or store-bought—all delicious contributions welcome!

HCPA Nominations 2026-2027

The Havergal College Parent Association is seeking self-nominations for the 2026-27 school year.

To learn more about the available positions and how to get involved, please click here to view the self-nomination form. Nomination forms are due Monday, March 2, 2026 at 9 pm. We aim to find a position for all who apply and will be in touch in early May with the finalised roster.

YOUR CHILD’S PERSONALIZED CALENDAR

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

KEY DATES ON THE HORIZON

Monday, February 9 – Thursday, February 12 (Spirit Week)

  • See Above for Details

Monday, February 16

  • Mid Term Break – School Closed

Monday, February 23

  • Lunar New Year Prayers (8:25 am – 8:55 am; followed by a reception in the JS Dining Hall)

Wednesday, February 25

  • Pink Shirt Day Prayers (8:25 am – 8:55 am )

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.

Leave a comment