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A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, September 16, 2022

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Dear Junior School Families,

Today marks the end of our first full week back at school! It has been such a pleasure to see our students back in the building, learning and playing together. It was also fantastic to see so many parents out for People and Program Night on Tuesday, and talk about how we are refreshing, resetting, and rebuilding. To this end, our pick-up carline has been moving more safely and efficiently than ever. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

As many of you have undoubtedly heard,Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced that September 19, 2022, will be a National Day of Mourning in Canada, to mark the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Havergal will commemorate this day at 1:00 pm from JK – Grade 6, in ways that are age and stage appropriate.

Sincerely,

Kate

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

Celebration Saturday – Saturday, September 24th!

We are so excited that Celebration Saturday, a much loved Havergal tradition, is back! This event not only raises funds to support Havergal’s Community Partners but also brings together students, parents, Old Girls/Alum, faculty and staff for activities and games. All are welcome to attend and to contribute.

  • Essential Information for JS Families
    • Attendance
      • Celebration Saturday is a community event for any and all that would like to attend!  While attendance is mandatory for students in Grades 4 – 12, students in JK – Grade 3 are highly encouraged to join in the fun! The more the merrier!
    • Timing
      • 8:45 am – Students and Parents in JK to Grade 6 come to the JS Gym for attendance
      • 8:55 am –  Junior School walk over to the Upper School for Opening Ceremony
      • 9:10 am – Opening Ceremonies on the South Quad
      • 9:15 am – Festivities begin!
      • 1:00 pm – Celebration Saturday concludes.
        •  Please note there is no official dismissal. Students will leave with parents.
    • What to Wear
      • Students are asked to wear House Colours. 
      • Parents are encouraged to dress casually and comfortably
    • Supervision of Students
      • Primary girls (JK to Grade 3) must be accompanied by their parents.
    • Parking
      • There is limited parking available at the school on this day.  People are encouraged to walk, carpool, take the TTC,  or alternate forms of transportation.
  • Ways to contribute:
    • Purchase Wristbands and Food Tickets Ahead
      •  Click HERE to purchase wristbands and food tickets ahead of time
    • Donate to the Silent Auction 
      • Click HERE to donate!
        • Please note that the Silent Auction goes LIVE….
    • Be a Vendor at the Marketplace
    • Volunteer
      • Click HERE to volunteer

Summer Reading Challenge

  • The time has come to determine who read the most books this summer the – students or the adults! Please support your child in returning her Summer Reading Challenge reading list by Friday, September 23rd, to ensure her efforts are included in the tally.

Please Update Your Child’s Health Information in Magnus Health by September 23

  • This is a reminder to have parents complete updating their child’s health information in Magnus Health by September 23, 2022 so that we can ensure that we have the most up to date information for our athletic teams and excursions.  
  • You can access Magnus Health from the Parent Portal by clicking on the Update My Child’s Health Information button located on all of the landing pages, or under the My Household menu in the navigation bar.  Please reserve 20-30 minutes per child to complete this process.

Harvest Festival

  • Throughout the year students will participate in a variety of performances. Please see below for the number 1 concert dress uniform. Students will wear their number 1 concert dress at our first whole school event, Junior School Harvest Festival. This event takes place on Thursday, October 6th and more details will follow shortly.
  • Number 1 concert dress consists of:
    • White long-sleeve dress shirt
    • Tie
    • Tunic (JK-Grade 3) and Kilt (grades 5 and 6)
    • Tights, not socks (if you do not have tights, please arrange with your family to order some from the Green and Gold shop)
    • Black shoes
    • Hair back from face with minimal hair accessories that are the same colour as your hair or the HC official hair accessories  

What’s on the Menu this week?

  • Take a look at what’s for lunch on the JS Fall Menu.  

Parent Coffee Mornings  – Save the Date!

We are looking forward to welcoming parents into the school for grade Coffee Mornings this fall.  Join members of our SLT for coffee and conversation, in the JS Dining Hall, on the following days:

  • Oct 13: JK – Grade 3 (8:30am – 9:30am)
  • Oct 27: Grades 4 – 6(8:30am – 9:30am)

Next Week at a Glance

Monday, September 19 – Day 8

  •  7:15 am – 8:15 am – U12 Basketball  
  •  1:00 pm School-Wide Acknowledgement of National Day of Mourning for HRH Queen Elizabeth II
  • 11:30 pm – 12:00 pm – Chess (Grades 4 & 6)
  • 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm – Chess (Gr. 5)
  •  3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 1 & 2)
  • 3:20 pm – 4:45 pm – String Ensemble (Gr. 1 – 3)
  •  3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U10 Soccer
  •  3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U10 Basketball

Tuesday, September 20 – Day 1

  • #1 Dress
  •  7:20 am – 8:15 am – U12 Cross Country Team  
  • 8:25 am – Jewish High Holidays Prayers (JS Gym)
  • 9:00 am – Jewish High Holidays Reception for Parents (JS Dining Room)
  • 3:20 pm – 4:00 pm – Primary Choir (Grades 1 – 3)
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – Learn to Play Band (Gr. 6) – Starts on Oct 4
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm U12 Soccer Team 
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U11 Basketball Team 

Wednesday, September 21 – Day 2

  • 9:45 am – Junior School Evacuation Drill 
  • 7:20 am – 8:05 am –  U9 Cross Country
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Disney Dance Crew (Gr. 1)
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Discovery Lab Science (Gr 1 & 3)
  •  3:20 pm – 4:15 pm – U9 & U8 Soccer Squad Team
  •  3:40 pm – 5 pm – U12/U11 Swimming
  • 3:40 pm – 4:25 pm – Junior Choir (Gr. 4 – 6) 

Thursday, September 22 – Day 3

  • 11:30 pm – 12:00 pm – Chess (Grades 4 & 6)
  • 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm – Chess (Gr. 5) 
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm pm – Homemade Gifts (Gr. 1 & 2)
  • 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm – Teaching Kitchen (Gr. 1 – 3)
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – Drama Club (Gr. 3 & 4)
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U12 Soccer 
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm – U12 Basketball

Friday, September 23 – Day 4

  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am – U11/U12 Swimming
  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am – U11 Basketball
  • 8:25 am – JS Community Prayers
    • Welcome to JS Prefect Hana Ley who will speak about Celebration Saturday
  •  11:30 am – 12:30pm – U12 Cross Country Team Practice

Saturday, September 24 

  • 8:45 am – 1:00 pm – Celebration Saturday!

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, September 9, 2022

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Dear Junior School Families,

What an absolute pleasure it has been to see the children back at school! Today, we held our very first prayers for the 2022-2023 school year. Prayers has been an integral part of the Havergal College tradition since we first opened in 1894, close to one hundred and twenty eight years ago.

Prayers brings our Community together. It is a place to ask questions, to learn not only about the school’s rich Anglican traditions, but also to celebrate other religions and cultures, to share thoughts and ideas, to challenge our thinking and to reflect. It is also a time when we join together in song.

I encourage you to connect with your daughter about what this experience was like for her today. What did she like best? What questions does she have about prayers this year? How might she use this time to reflect about herself as a learner and a member of the Havergal community?

We are very much looking forward to spending time together in prayers again on Tuesdays and Fridays each week, and are pleased to have parents join us.

Finally, a reminder to check the Parent Portal regularly, as important information can also be accessed here.

Wishing you all the best for a happy and healthy weekend ahead.

Sincerely,

Kate

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

LATEST NEWS

#1 Dress and Photo Day – Preparing for Next Week

  • Please note that most weeks students should be in # 1 Dress every Tuesday. 
  • Next week, however, is a little different, due to our two Picture Days. As such, for next week only, students should ONLY be in # 1 dress on the following days:
    • Wednesday, September 14, 2022  (JK – Grade 3)
    • Thursday, September 15, 2022 (Grades 4 – 6)

Important Change – Updating Your Child’s Health Information

  • Havergal is implementing Magnus Health to manage our student records. This will mean a more efficient process for parents to manage their children’s information, while ensuring accurate and up to date information is accessible to the appropriate employees at our school.
  • You can now access Magnus Health from the Parent Portal by clicking on the Update My Child’s Health Information button located on all of the landing pages, or under the My Household menu in the navigation bar.  Please reserve 20-30 minutes per child to complete this process.

Jewish High Holidays Prayers and Reception – Tuesday, September 20

  • The Junior School will be acknowledging Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur during Prayers on Tuesday, September 20. 
  • We would very much like to include photos from members of the Junior School community participating in events in honour of these two very special times in the Jewish Calendar. Should you wish to share any photos, please send them to Juila Barrett (jbarrett@havergal.on.ca), so that they can be included in our slideshow. The photos should be submitted not later than Friday, September 16.
  • Parents and grandparents are warmly invited to join us for this event, following which there will be a simple reception for parents in the Dining Hall.

Messages From the Havergal College Parent Association (HCPA)

Celebration Saturday – Request for Volunteers

  • Volunteers needed for CelSat on Sept. 24 throughout the day. Please see this LINK to sign up. Even 1 hour of your time is greatly appreciated!

Used Uniform Sale

  • The HCPA is running Used Uniform Sales from 5-8pm on the evenings of the People & Program nights on Sept. 8 (SS), Sept. 12 (MS), and Sept. 13 (JS).
  • Stop by to pick up back up uniform pieces including kilts, skirts, tunics, blazers, and pants. Charges will be applied to the student account. SS and MS sales will be in Ellen Knox and JS sales will be in the JS main hallway.

REMINDERS

Reporting Student Attendance Reminders

  • A link for reporting attendance is available directly on the Parent Portal homepage. We recommend you bookmark the link.
  • Instructions for using Veracross can be found here. It is important to review these instructions and be familiar with how to report a student absence through Veracross.

Truth and Reconciliation Week – Orange Shirt Day

  • Havergal is recognizing Orange Shirt Day on Friday, September 30th.
  • Students are invited to wear an orange shirt on this day, on top of their regular HC uniform on this day. 
  • The following are Orange Shirt Day Retailers. When purchasing a shirt from one of these, the proceeds directly support Indigenous organizations and communities.

Registration for Fall Co-Curriculars – FINAL REMINDER

  • Registration is open and closes—Monday, September 12 @ 12:00 pm
    • Click here for the overview. 
    • Please review the JS Athletics Schedule carefully before registration. 
    • How to Register— click the links below to register:
  1. Registration: Clubs
  2. Registration: Chess and Choir 2022-23
  3. Registraion: Athletics 

Celebration Saturday – Saturday, September 24

  • Each fall our Havergal Community raises money for our community partners. We have established long-term partnerships with these organizations. Our students volunteer and learn invaluable lessons.  We currently have nine different organizations and you can learn more about them here. 
  • The money from the $30 wristbands  includes a free popcorn, cotton candy, cookie decorating and access to all the midway and House room events such as bead station, Haunted House, mini golf and more! All the money goes directly to our community partners. You may also purchase additional tickets, both in advance and at the event, for the BBQ, art sale and bake sale. 

Next Week at a Glance

Monday, September 12

  • 7:15 am – 8:15 am –  U12 (Gr. 6) Basketball practice
    • Meet coach at front entrance of the JS
    • Students may stay in Phys-Ed clothes for the remainder of the day
  • 8:25 am – Principal Prayers (Dr. Samson)
  • 12:00 pm – Registration for Athletics, Performing Arts and Clubs Closes
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm U10 (Gr. 4) Basketball Practice
    • Parents should pick up their child at the front entrance of the JS
  • 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm U10 (Gr. 4) Soccer Practice
    • Parents should pick up their child at the front entrance of the JS

Tuesday, September 13

  • NO # 1 Dress – This week only!
  • 7:20 am – 8:15 am U12 (Gr. 4, 5 & 6) Cross Country Practice.
    • Meet coach at front entrance of the JS
    • Students may stay in Phys-Ed uniform for the remainder of the day 
  • 8:25 am – Principal Prayers 
  • 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Used Uniform Sale at the Junior School
  • JS People and Program Evening Schedule 2022 
    • 5:30 pm – 6:10 pm  – Parent Reception in JS Dining Hall (optional)
    • 6:15 pm – 6:45 pm – Presentations in the Gym (JK- Gr. 6)
  • Dr. Katrina Samson, Principal of Havergal College
  • Ms. Kate White, Head of Junior School
  • Ms. Lindsay Norberg, Associate Head
  • Mrs. Seonaid Davis, Vice Principal Teaching & Learning
  • Ms. Liz Watt, Assistant Head, Junior School 
  • 6:55 am – 7:30 pm JK- Grade 6 Classroom Curriculum Presentations, with Specialist teachers presenting “Snapshots of the year”

Wednesday, September 14 

  • Picture Day for students in JK to Grade 3
    • Please come to school in #1 Dress
  • No Gr. 1, 2, or 3 Cross Country today (due to picture day).
    •  Practice moved to tomorrow AM.
  • 3:40-4:45 U12 (Gr. 5 & 6) Swim practice
    • Parents should pick up their child at the front entrance of the JS
  • 3:20-4:20 U9 (Gr. 2 & 3) Soccer Squad Practice
    • Parents should pick up their child at the front entrance of the JS

Thursday, September 15

  • Picture Day for students in Grade 4 to Grade 6
    • Please come to school in #1 Dress
  • 7:20-8:05am U9 (Gr. 1, 2 & 3) Cross Country practice
    • Meet at front entrance of JS
  • 3:40-4:45pm U12 (Gr. 6) Basketball practice
    • Parents should pick up their child at the front entrance of the JS
  • 3:40-4:45pm U12 (Gr. 5 & 6) Soccer practice
    • Parents should pick up their child at the front entrance of the JS

Friday, September 16

  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am –  U12 Swim practice
    • Meet at front entrance of JS
  • 7:15 – 8:15 am U11 (Gr. 5) Basketball Practice
  • 8:25 am – JS Prefect Prayers

A Message from the Head of the Junior School – Friday, September 2, 2022

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Dear Junior School Families,

A very warm welcome to all of our new and returning families! Our team has been working hard this week to ensure that everything is ready for a smooth transition back to school. 

I encourage all of you to carefully review the Back to School Website, which contains all of the “need to know information” for a successful start to the school year, including schedules for the opening two weeks of school. 

A reminder that “The Weekly” (formerly, “The Blog”) is published each Friday. It provides alerts for activities and events that are upcoming, as well as highlights from the week that may generate conversation with your daughter about her school life. 

Please note:

Regular information about your child’s classes or the school calendar can be accessed through Veracross. Please be sure to visit the parent portal: Veracross Login.  To learn how to subscribe to HC calendars, so that they appear on your digital calendar, see below:

Wishing you all the very best this weekend! We are very much looking forward to seeing everyone next week.

Sincerely,

Kate

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

LATEST NEWS

COVID-19 Update

We are looking forward to a full return to school and programs. A couple of key highlights as we head into the 2022-2023 school year.

  •  Vaccination Policy – All students (age 5 and older as of July 1, 2022) and employees are required to meet the Ontario Health definition of fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Please note, booster shots are not included in the government’s definition of full vaccination.
  • Mask Friendly – Havergal continues to be a mask friendly environment. Unless directed by Ministry of Health guidelines, students or employees are not required to wear masks.
  • As you may be aware the Chief Medical Officer of Health made changes to the isolation requirements for COVID-19. The focus has shifted from just COVID-19 symptoms to address considerations for other respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses that are likely to circulate over the coming months.
  • Anyone who is feeling sick or has any new or worsening symptoms of illness, including those not listed in this screening tool, should stay home until their symptoms are improving for at least 24 hours (or 48 hours for nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea) and they do not have a fever, and seek assessment from their health care provider if needed. The presence of symptoms, particularly respiratory symptoms, increases the risk of transmitting to others.

Reporting Student Attendance – Change in Procedure

We introduced SchoolPass last year as an all-in-one solution including attendance reporting. Unfortunately, this integration did not work effectively. Instead, we will be using Veracross for reporting student attendance for all students in JK to 12. This system provides an easy way for parents to directly report student absences, lates or early dismissals with no need for phone calls or emails.

  • A link for reporting attendance is available directly on the Parent Portal homepage. We recommend you bookmark the link.
  • If a student will be arriving late, leaving early or absent for the day, parents must notify the school in advance using the link above in Veracross. If a student is absent from school and there is no record in Veracross, the Junior School Office or Day School Office will be in touch with parents by email and/or phone.
  • Instructions for using Veracross can be found here. It is important to review these instructions and be familiar with how to report a student absence through Veracross.

Independent Dismissal (Grades 4 – 6)

  • Parents of students in Grades 4 – 6 who wish to arrange for their children to leave school independently are asked to register as soon as possible, using the following link: Registration for Independent Dismissal
  • This registration cannot be provided via SchoolPass; you can change your arrangements at any point during the school year

Truth and Reconciliation Week – Orange Shirt Day

  • Havergal is recognizing Orange Shirt Day on Thursday, September 30th.
  • Orange Shirt Day is designed to promote the message that every child matters and to commemorate the residential school experience, honour the journey of survivors and their families, and commit to the ongoing process of reconciliation. We will be sharing the purpose of the day, in developmentally appropriate ways, both in class throughout the week, as well as a JS community on Friday, September 30 in prayers
  • Students are invited to wear an orange shirt on this day, on top of their regular HC uniform on this day. 
  • The following are Orange Shirt Day Retailers. When purchasing a shirt from one of these, the proceeds directly support Indigenous organizations and communities.

REMINDERS

Before and After Care – GatorCare

Food Services and Pizza Lunch Information and Registration

  • Junior School Food Services Program
  • Pizza Lunch:
    • If you would like to register for Pizza Lunch on the first Monday of each month,  please complete a SEPARATE form for each individual child.
    • Pizza Lunch Registration Link 
    • Please note:
      • If your child(ren) already participate)s) in the JS Food Services Program:
        • There is no additional charge for participation in Pizza Lunch.
        • You will, however, STILL NEED TO FILL OUT THE FORM to indicate the kind of pizza your child would like
        • Food Services will not be available on Pizza Lunch Days. If your child does not like Pizza, they will need to bring their own lunch from home.
      • If your child(ren) DO(ES) NOT already participate in the JS Food Services Program:
        • Your account will be charged accordingly (1 Slice – one time charge of $50.50; 2 Slice – one time charge of $62.50).
    • Pizza Lunch Registration

Registration for Fall Co-Curriculars (Clubs, Performing Arts, Athletics)

  • Registration Opens—Wednesday, September 7 @ 8:00 am
  • Registration Closes—Monday, September 12 @ 4:00 pm
  • How to Register— click the links below to register:
  1. Registration: Regular Clubs
  2. Registration: Chess and Choir 2022-23
  3. Registraion: Athletics 
  • Start Dates:
    • Clubs programming begins the week of September 19.
    • Performing Arts programming begins the week of September 19
    • Athletic programming begins the week of September 12
  • Squads: Squads are available to students in Grades 1 to 3. This non-competitive athletics program is focused on developing the FUNdamentals of sport.
  • Squad Teams: Squad Teams are available to students in Grades 2 to 4. Students in this program begin training according to more formalized methods with an emphasis on sports skills. Squad Teams focus on the sports that the Junior School participates as a member of the Conference of Independent Schools’ Athletic Association (CISAA), while providing additional development and preparation for Havergal Teams.
  • Havergal Teams: Havergal Teams are available to students in Grades 4 to 12. Our teams compete in the Canadian Independent Schools Athletic Association.

Student Photos:

  • We will be having student photographs taken on two different dates:
    • Wednesday, September 14, 2022  (JK – Grade 3)
    • Thursday, September 15, 2022 (Grades 4 – 6)
  • Students are asked to wear their #1 Dress on the day that their photo is taken.

Celebrating Birthdays in the Junior School

  • We realize that it is not generally possible to send seasonal greetings and birthday invitations to every child in a class. Children are, however, very sensitive; feelings can be easily hurt in these early years. Invitations and cards should not be brought to school for delivery unless the whole class is included. 
  • Treats (e.g., cupcakes, cookies, donuts) and/or loot bags MAY NOT be brought in to celebrate birthdays or holidays. Instead, students are invited to wear grub clothes on their birthday. Students with a summer birthday are invited to wear their grub clothes on an alternate day that is to be arranged with their core teacher.

Celebration Saturday, September 24, 2022

  • We are looking forward to seeing everyone at Celebration Saturday – a fundraiser for our wonderful community partners.  Join us on Saturday, September 24 from 9:00am – 1:00pm for House and Grade games, House Stalls, a Junior School midway, BBQ, Marketplace, a Silent Auction and more.  Watch for a communication with more details the week of September 12.  We hope to see you there!

Wellbeing – Supporting your children with back to school transitions 

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of going back to school. It’s a time of excitement and transition – a new grade, new friendships, new concepts, maybe even a new milestone. As parents, getting the new school year off to a good start is something we all want: It impacts our kids’ attitude, confidence, and performance both socially and academically. There are lots of reasons to look forward to the upcoming school year and we have a few suggestions below to help promote a happy and successful school experience for all. 

Plan ahead – It’s important to ensure that your child has a balance between school, study, extracurricular activities, family time, and their other interests. Decide with your child what their priorities are, dedicate time to them, and then map out time for them to spend how they like. 

Provide structure and predictability – Develop and stick to healthy weekday routines. Having a specific morning, evening and sleep routine during the school year can help ease worries and uncertainties. If possible, provide consistent after-school activities that they can look forward to. Practicing and role modelling these routines yourself will also help reinforce consistency and what is expected of your child.

Talk with your kids – Asking kids about what they are looking forward to about the upcoming school year, or what they think might be different than previous years, can offer clues about how they’re feeling. Should your child identify things they are anxious about, talk about ways to address the issue and practice coping strategies to manage their anxiety, such as taking pauses, deep breathing, or finding opportunities to take a break. Try to remember to keep your own anxieties or opinions about the school year out of the conversation.

Take care of your physical and mental health – Promote healthy eating habits, fun physical activities, family time, and relaxation. Consider journaling as it’s been found to positively impact our mental health and wellbeing. 

We are looking forward to an exciting new year.

Dr Yarmey, Director of Wellbeing

Dates on the Horizon

Tuesday September 6

  • Professional Development Day for Employees
  • No school for students

Wednesday, September 7

Thursday, September 8 – Friday, September 16

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, June 17, 2022

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Dear JS Parents,

Today marks our final blog for the 2021-2022 school year. 

Congratulations to all of our students, families, faculty and staff for another successful end of the school year! It was so lovely to join together, in person, at our Closing Ceremony on Wednesday, to celebrate our year, say goodbye , and wish each other well for the summer. For those who were unable to attend, I have attached the RECORDING for you to watch at your convenience.

I am very much looking forward to welcoming people back in September! A very special congratulations and best wishes to our Grade 6s who will soon be “crossing the bridge” and starting their Upper School Journey!

Thank you for all of your continued support and partnership throughout the year.

This week’s blog contains information on the following:

All the best for a happy and healthy summer.

Sincerely,

Kate

LATEST NEWS

Report Cards

Summer Reading Challenge

  • Who can read more books this summer?  Will it be the students or the adults?
  • Visit the Summer Reading website for a tracking sheet and great recommendations from Erica to inspire your reading:)
  • JS Summer Reading Challenge
  • Thank you to Nancy Tulli and Ms. Rodd for getting us all motivated

Upcoming Communication for 2022-23

Please note that you will receive two key communications from Havergal over the summer. 

  • The first mailing will come out on July 7. It will contain the following:
    • A Message from the Principal
    • Major Dates Calendar for 2022-2023
    • Uniform Specifications and Mandatory Uniform Items
    • A Guide to the Parent and Student Portal 
    • Information for the BYOD Program in Grades 5 and 6
    • Need to Know Information for the First Week of School
    • A Save the Date Invitation for People and Program Evening
    • Co-curricular Information 
    • Food Services Information 
    • Summer Reading Challenge
  • The second mailing will come out on August 24. Amongst other things, it will contain the following:
    • Message from the Principal 
    • Message from myself
    • Your child’s class placement
    • The Family Handbook
    • First Week of School Schedule
    • Daily Schedule
    • Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, June 10, 2022

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Dear Junior School Family,

We started today with our final JS Prayers of the year! It was such a blessing to join together in song and prayer, but was also an opportunity to pay sincere gratitude to those faculty and staff that will not be returning to Havergal next fall. Students, faculty and staff spoke of the many contributions of these individuals, and how much they will be missed. Those leaving include: Ms. Barrett, Ms. McGeown, Ms. Fraser, Ms. Bloomfield, Ms. Murphy, and Ms. Charlton. 

As we head into our final days together for the 2021-2022 school year, I am mindful of all that this year has brought us, and am very much looking forward to the opportunity to come together one last time on Wednesday, June 15. This will be a time of celebration, community, and gratitude.  

Sincerely,

Kate White – Head, Junior School

Today’s blog contains information on the following:

UPDATES

Need to Know Information for Last Week of School 

  • Monday, June 13 
    • Regular School Day
  • Tuesday, June 14 
    • All remaining learning materials go home
    • Gator Care
      • Located in the JS Library (am and pm)
    • Grade 6 Leaving Ceremony 
      • Timing: 
        • 4:30 – 6:00 pm
      • Location: 
        • JS Gym for the ceremony
        • JS Dining Hall for the reception
      • Dress:
        • #1 Dress
      • Attendees: 
        • Grade 6 Students and their families
  • Wednesday, June 15 (Half-Day) 
    • NO GATOR CARE (AM or PM)
    • Timing:
      • 8:00 am – 8:20 
        • Students arrive at regular time
      • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
        • JS Closing Ceremony
      • 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
        • Reception (JS Dining Hall)
      • 12:30 pm 
        • Departure
    • Dress:
      • #1 Dress
    • Attendees:
      • All JS students, faculty and staff
      • JS families are welcome to attend
    • Parking:
      • Parking will be EXTREMELY limited for those families wishing to attend the Closing Ceremony. We highly encourage you to walk, carpool, take public transit or make alternative arrangements

Orange Shirt Day (Sept. 30.22)

  • We know that Orange Shirt Day is still a few months away, but it is never too early to start planning!  We encourage our community to show their support by purchasing their orange shirt, or orange shirt pin, from an Indigenous-owned company.  We encourage you to visit orangeshirtday.org to see official suppliers.   
  • Orange Shirt Day “opens the door to global conversation on all aspects of Residential Schools. It is an opportunity to create meaningful discussion about the effects of Residential Schools and the legacy they have left behind”  – Orangeshirtday.org

REMINDERS

Uniform Reminder & Updating – order before June 17

  • Students have grown over the past two years and we have found that their uniforms have not grown along with them and some items are in need of replacement. 
  • Here is the link for the list of uniform requirements for your review. In addition, please find here the Online Store Information and a link to the website to order new pieces for your child. 
  • Please note that the Green & Gold store is closed from June 17 – August 8. 

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Grade 6 Celebration

  • Tuesday, June 14 (4:30 – 6:00 pm) 

JS Final Day of School

  • Wednesday, June 15

JS Report Cards Available for Viewing on Veracross

  • Wednesday, June 22

First Summer Mailing

  • July 7 

Second Summer Mailing

  • August 24

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, June 3, 2022

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Dear Junior School Family,

Happy Gator Day! What a thrill it was to bring back this beloved Junior School event for the first time in two years. Students brought all their house pride as they participated in competitive events like the “sponge race,” “egg and spoon relays,” and “hoola hoop” challenges. Even the teachers got in on the fun. It’s safe to say that it was a fabulous day oth friendly competition, community building, and sheer athleticism! A HUGE thank you to our Phys Ed Department who spearheaded the event, and made sure that everything ran smoothly. Finally, thank you to our Grade 6 students who acted as coaches, equipment managers, and as spirit leaders. 

Wishing you all a fantastic weekend.

Sincerely,

Kate White – Head, Junior School

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UPDATES

A Message from the HCPA

Calling all Havergal families! Wishing there was an easy way to shop for perfect items for all your graduation, birthday, and summer hosting gifts…(and maybe a little something just for you,too?) Check out the silent auction HERE launched as part of the Upper School’s upcoming Gator Gala event, running live, NOW! The main auction is open to ALL Havergal familie!  

BREAKING BIEBER NEWS! 

And, THIS JUST IN! Don’t miss out on the time-limited secondary auction for a pair of tickets to the June 7 Justin Bieber concert at Scotiabank Arena! Click HERE to place your bid by June 5!

Proceeds of the Gator Gala Silent Auction will support the HCPA fundraising goals, including our commitment to the Limitless Campaign.

Thanks for all of your support,

Lisa Windover & Alnar Meghji
Co-Chairs, HCPA

Uniform Reminder & Updating

As we approach the end of the school year and look ahead to the fall, we wanted to connect with you regarding the Havergal uniform. Havergal chooses to have a uniform to denote pride in membership in our community. In addition, the uniform signals that we expect that our students will distinguish themselves in intellectual, artistic and athletic achievements, in service to others, and in leadership to the community, rather than in dress.  

Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have shifted the uniform requirements to adapt to the needs due to the COVID-19 guidelines that had to be put in place. Additionally, students have grown over the past two years and we have found that their uniforms have not grown along with them and some items are in need of replacement. 

As we plan ahead, we are writing to seek your assistance and partnership to ensure that your child has all of the necessary uniform items for September 2022. Here is the link for the list of uniform requirements for your review. In addition, please find here the Online Store Information and a link to the website to order new pieces for your child. 

Please note that the Green & Gold store is closed from June 17 – August 8. 

In order to ensure the necessary items are available prior to the start of the year, please place orders for new items before June 17.

Return All Library Books

  • All library books must be returned by Monday, June 6th

REMINDERS

Chartwell’s Ordering Form 

  • For the week of June 13, you are invited to submit your lunch orders by Wednesday, June 8 at 12 noon: Chartwell’s Order Form

Before & After School Co-curriculars 

  • Congratulations to the Track and Field and Softball teams. The Softball teams enjoyed learning the skills of softball and had a great season!
  • Congratulations to the Track and Field team who won the girls overall championship. See the track video highlights here. 
  • This coming week is the last session for Middle School Games and Gr. 2&3 Multisport. 

Celebration Saturday is Back! Save the Date- Saturday September 24

  • We are excited to announce that Celebration Saturday, our community event and fundraiser for our community partners is back! All students JK – 12  participate in this special day and we hope families, friends, and neighbours will join us for fun, food and festivity as we gather as a whole school community to celebrate our mission in action. We will be  looking for volunteers to help with the stalls, bbq, ticket sales and of course our famous silent auction!  Stay tuned for details and mark your calendars for this event – you won’t want to miss it!

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Grade 6 Celebration – In Person, Grade 6 families invited

  • Tuesday, June 14 (4:30 – 5:30 pm) 

JS Closing Ceremony – In Person, JS Families Welcome to Attend

  • Wednesday, June 15 
    • Half Day Schedule: 8:25 am – 12:00 pm
    • Ceremony takes place in Brenda Robson Hall (Upper School) at 11:00 am
    • 12:00 pm dismissal

JS Report Cards available for viewing

  • Wednesday, June 22

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, May 27, 2022

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Dear Junior School Family,

It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the recent horrific mass killings in both Buffalo, New York, and Ulvade, Texas, as well as the second anniversary of the murder of George Flloyd. While some of our younger students may not be aware of any of these incidents, there are likely many others that are. As parents, it can be difficult to determine how to best discuss these kinds of tragedies with our children, if at all, depending on their age and stage. As such, we wanted to provide you with several resources to support you in determining how to potentially engage in this discussion within your family.

As a school, Havergal remains committed to supporting all of our students in all aspects of their wellbeing. In the Junior School, your child’s homeroom teacher remains your primary contact, should you have any concerns or questions. Ms. Watt (Assistant Head), Ms. Charlton (Interim Assistant Head), Ms. McGeown (Child and Youth Worker), and myself are also here to support.

Warmly, 

Kate White – Head, Junior School

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UPDATES

Junior School Gator Day is Back on Friday, June 3 (12:35 pm – 3:00 pm)

What is Gator Day?

  • Gator Day extends back to 1935 where students participated in various outdoor activities with their houses for a chance to win the “Gator Day Cup.” It is a day that is filled with competitive spirit, house pride, and most importantly, FUN! We are thrilled to bring it back!

Need to know information:

  • Students should come dressed in
    • A Havergal House shirt or t-shirt in your house colour
    • Havergal shorts, leggings or sweatpants
    • Running shoes.
  • Please also bring:
    • Sunscreen
    • A hat, and hair tie. 
    • A labeled water bottle 
  • Are spectators permitted?
    • Not yet! We look forward to welcoming families back to the event next June!

Uniform Reminder & Updating

As we approach the end of the school year and look ahead to the fall, we wanted to connect with you regarding the Havergal uniform. Havergal chooses to have a uniform to denote pride in membership in our community. In addition, the uniform signals that we expect that our students will distinguish themselves in intellectual, artistic and athletic achievements, in service to others, and in leadership to the community, rather than in dress.  

Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have shifted the uniform requirements to adapt to the needs due to the COVID-19 guidelines that had to be put in place. Additionally, students have grown over the past two years and we have found that their uniforms have not grown along with them and some items are in need of replacement. 

As we plan ahead, we are writing to seek your assistance and partnership to ensure that your child has all of the necessary uniform items for September 2022. Here is the link for the list of uniform requirements for your review. In addition, please find here the Online Store Information and a link to the website to order new pieces for your child. 

Please note that the Green & Gold store is closed from June 17 – August 8. 

In order to ensure the necessary items are available prior to the start of the year, please place orders for new items before June 17.

REMINDERS

Chartwell’s Ordering Form 

  • For the week of May 30, you are invited to submit your lunch orders by Wednesday, May 25 at 12 noon: Chartwell’s Order Form

Before & After School Co-curriculars 

Celebration Saturday is Back! Save the Date – Saturday September 24

  • We are excited to announce that Celebration Saturday, our community event and fundraiser for our community partners is back! All students JK – 12  participate in this special day and we hope families, friends, and neighbours will join us for fun, food and festivity as we gather as a whole school community to celebrate our mission in action. We will be  looking for volunteers to help with the stalls, bbq, ticket sales and of course our famous silent auction!  Stay tuned for details and mark your calendars for this event – you won’t want to miss it!

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Grade 6 Celebration – In Person, Grade 6 families invited

  • Tuesday, June 14 (4:30 – 5:30 pm) 

JS Closing Ceremony – In Person, JS Families Welcome to Attend

  • Wednesday, June 15 
    • Half Day Schedule: 8:25 am – 12:00 pm
    • Ceremony takes place in Brenda Robson Hall (Upper School) at 11:00 am
    • 12:00 pm dismissal

Full Report Card

  • Wednesday, June 22

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, May 20, 2022

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Dear Junior School Family,

The May 24th  weekend often feels like the beginning of the last stretch of the school year before heading off on summer holidays. As we head into the weeks ahead, I invite you to take some time to reflect upon all that has transpired over the course of the year. What are the biggest lessons learned, what challenges have been faced and overcome, what are they most looking forward to in the weeks ahead?

While we are thoughtfully preparing for end of year celebrations, I am conscious of helping our students to also stay present in the moment, and enjoy these final days together.  

Wishing you all a happy, healthy, and sunny long weekend!

Warmly, 

Kate White – Head, Junior School

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Agenda Cover Contest Details – Due Tuesday, May 24 

  • This is a reminder that it is that time of year for a drawing competition. It is for the cover of the 2022 – 2023 school agenda cover.
  • The selected cover will be featured on next year’s Junior School agenda 
  • The cover must include:
    • This title: “Havergal College Junior School Agenda”
    • The Year: 2022-2023
    • Original artwork about the Havergal community, Havergal Houses, and colourful
    • Your signature and grade level
  • Please also note:
    • The picture must be drawn in a portrait layout, not landscape.
    • The due date is Tuesday, May 24, 2022.
    • Drop your submissions to white mailbox outside of the Art Room.
    • Direct questions to Ms. Mastri at rmastri@havergal.on.ca

Celebration Saturday is Back! Save the Date- Saturday, September 24

  • We are excited to announce that Celebration Saturday, our community event and fundraiser for our community partners is back! 
  • All students JK – 12  participate in this special day and we hope families, friends, and neighbours will join us for fun, food and festivity as we gather as a whole school community to celebrate our mission in action. 
  • We will be  looking for volunteers to help with the stalls, bbq,  ticket sales and of course our famous silent auction!  Stay tuned for details and mark your calendars for this event – you won’t want to miss it!

REMINDERS

Chartwell’s Ordering Form 

  • For the week of May 30, you are invited to submit your lunch orders by Wednesday, May 25 at 12 noon: Chartwell’s Order Form

Before & After School Co-curriculars 

GO-VAXX Mobile Vaccine Clinic at Havergal on Saturday, May 21

  • On Saturday, May 21, GO-VAXX mobile vaccine bus will return to Havergal’s Upper School parking lot (1451 Avenue Road) from 10 am to 6 pm to provide Pfizer first, second, third and booster doses for those ages 12 and up, as well as paediatric Pfizer vaccines for children ages five to 11. Vaccinations are available to everyone—students, parents, faculty and staff, Old Girls/Alums—as well as friends, neighbours and beyond. All are welcome!
  • GO-VAXX is a partnership between the Ontario government and Metrolinx, whereby GO buses have been converted to serve as mobile vaccine clinics to provide a safe, reliable and convenient option for people to receive their COVID-19 vaccine.  
  • Walk-ins are available, while supplies last. To book an appointment, visit the COVID-19 vaccination portal or call the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900. Bookings are available starting Friday, May 20. Visit Ontario.ca/vaccinebus for more information.
  • Go-Vaxx Flyer 

Library Book Returns

  • The official due date for all student check-outs is Monday, June 6th, but it would be very helpful if any books that students are finished with could be returned sooner rather than later.
  • If you would like a list of your child’s check outs, please email Ms. Rodd at erodd@havergal.on.ca 

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Victoria Day Weekend

  • Monday, May 23 –  No School

House Shout – House Dress Down Day

  • Tuesday, May 24 @ 1:45 pm 
  • All students are invited to wear their House colours
  • The whole school comes together outside and presents cheers in their Houses.
  • Arrival and Dismissal times remain the same.

Grade 6 Celebration – In Person, Grade 6 families invited

  • Tuesday, June 14 (4:30 – 5:30 pm) 

JS Closing Ceremony – In Person, JS Families Welcome to Attend

  • Wednesday, June 15 
    • Half Day Schedule: 8:25 am – 12:00 pm
    • Ceremony takes place in JS Gym at 11:00 am
    • 12:00 pm dismissal

A Message From the Head of the Junior School – Friday, May 15, 2022

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Dear Junior School Family,

What a wonderful week of sunshine and heat! Our Track and Field Trip had another fabulous day competing at York University, and made us all proud, not only by their skills but by how well they represented themselves and the school!

I also wanted to say thank you for taking the time each week to carefully read the  JS blog.  This is one of our primary means of communicating with you, so that you are up to speed on all of the “need to know” information. We do this to help keep all the information in one place, parents are not inundated with multiple emails, and information is easily found, as opposed to searching through your inbox. Many families have found it helpful to bookmark the link for ease of reference. As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Warmly, 

Kate White – Head, Junior School

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Student Wellbeing Survey – Feedback and Next Steps

On May 3, students in Grades 2 to 5, 6 to 8 and 7 to 12 participated in three separate wellbeing surveys – known as the School Resilience Survey – designed to collect information to help us assess the future needs of our wellbeing programming. 

Thank you to those parents who reached out to engage in conversations and share feedback on the survey. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and will bring these key learnings forward for future initiatives.

Purpose of the Survey

The goal of the survey was to: 

  • Assess student perceptions and experiences 
  • Identify strengths and weaknesses of key grade-level wellbeing indicators 
  • Better understand the concerns of children growing up in our community
  • Learn how best to continue promoting positive development among our students

To help support us in our journey, we worked with an independent third-party team of industry-leading scientists, clinicians and consultants at Authentic Connections, who are committed to helping high achieving schools measure, track and improve wellbeing and resilience. 

Authentic Connections and Survey Measures 

The School Resilience Survey is an extension of the work of Dr. Suniya Luthar – Co-Founder and Chief Research Officer of Authentic Connections – to study and promote positive youth development. Dr. Luthar is Professor Emerita at Columbia University’s Teachers College, where she served as professor and senior advisor to the Provost. She was also previously on the faculty at Yale University’s School of Medicine. 

The Authentic Connections surveys (Children’s Resilience Survey and High Achieving Schools Survey) measured how our students are doing on important indicators of mental health,  learning efficacy, sense of community connectedness, risk-taking behaviours and relationships such as student-parent, peer to peer and student-teacher. 

All individual responses were entirely anonymous; no identifying information – including IP addresses – were sent to the Authentic Connections research team or Havergal.We are not able to share a copy of the surveys due to the fact that we do not own the rights to share or distribute the survey.

Survey Findings

The survey findings will provide us with a list of next steps to drive meaningful improvements at Havergal and help us determine programming that will meet the specific needs of our students. We believe the themes will offer valuable insights to both parents and teachers when identifying and addressing issues and concerns.

If you have any further questions please reach out to Dr. Meagan Yarmey, Director of Wellbeing. 

Amazing Race – Sunday, May 15 (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

  • Event Day Itinerary
    • 12:30 pm – Registration and swag pick up in Brenda Robson Hall 
    • 1:00 pm –  Opening Ceremony
    • 1:20 pm – Race begins
    • 3:00 pm – Race ends and party begins
    • 3:30 pm – Race results announced 
    • 4:00 pm – Event concludes
  • Please note the following:
    • Please park in the Upper School parking lots, and if possible, on the surrounding streets, or walk if you can.
    • There will be no food served before the event, so please try and have some lunch beforehand.
    • Professional photographers will be set up in the hall to take a picture of you and your child(ren) as a keepsake from the event. Please ensure you take your photos before 1 pm as the booth will close when the race begins. Your photos will be ready for pick-up following the race.
    • Wear running shoes, moveable clothing and please bring sunscreen. Washrooms will be available to use inside the Upper School.
    • Be Green and please bring your own re-useable water bottles. 
    • Lastly, leave your humility at home. We expect some great dancing and participation from everyone! Let’s all celebrate a return to in-person gatherings and the arrival of spring with some great Havergal spirit.
  • Questions? 

GO-VAXX Mobile Vaccine Clinic at Havergal on May 21

  • On Saturday, May 21, GO-VAXX mobile vaccine bus will return to Havergal’s Upper School parking lot (1451 Avenue Road) from 10 am to 6 pm to provide Pfizer first, second, third and booster doses for those ages 12 and up, as well as paediatric Pfizer vaccines for children ages five to 11. Vaccinations are available to everyone—students, parents, faculty and staff, Old Girls/Alums—as well as friends, neighbours and beyond. All are welcome!
  • GO-VAXX is a partnership between the Ontario government and Metrolinx, whereby GO buses have been converted to serve as mobile vaccine clinics to provide a safe, reliable and convenient option for people to receive their COVID-19 vaccine.  
  • Walk-ins are available, while supplies last. To book an appointment, visit the COVID-19 vaccination portal or call the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900. Bookings are available starting Friday, May 20. Visit Ontario.ca/vaccinebus for more information.
  • Go-Vaxx Flyer 

Library Book Returns

  • It’s time to start thinking about returning our library books! The official due date for all student check outs is Monday June 6th, but it would be very helpful if any books that students are finished with could be returned sooner rather than later.
  • If you would like a list of your child’s check outs, please email Ms. Rodd.

REMINDERS

Chartwell’s Ordering Form 

  • For the week of May 23, you are invited to submit your lunch orders by Wednesday, May 18 at 12 noon: Chartwell’s Order Form

Before & After School Co-curricular Schedule & Highlights

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Amazing Race 

  • Sunday, May 15 (details above)

Victoria Day Weekend

  • Monday, May 23 –  No School

House Shout – House Dress Down Day

  • Tuesday, May 24 @ 1:00 pm
  • This is a much-beloved tradition at Havergal that we are happy to bring back! The whole school comes together outside and presents cheers in their houses.
  • Arrival and Dismissal times remain the same.

Grade 6 Celebration – In Person, Grade 6 families invited

  • Tuesday, June 14 (4:00 pm – 5:00 pm) 

JS Closing Ceremony – In Person, JS families welcome to attend

  • Wednesday, June 15 
    • Students at school 8:25 am – 12:00 pm
    • Ceremony takes place in Brenda Robson Hall from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
    • 12:00 pm dismissal

A Message From the Head of the Junior School: Friday, May 6, 2022

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Dear Junior School Parents,

It was another fantastic week in the Junior School! Our Grade 6s invited students to House Breakfast throughout the week, where we celebrated each of the ten houses, culminating in a House Colour Day on Thursday. A special thanks to Chartwells for making this so special. After a number of early morning practices, our Track and Field Team went on their first meet, competing with other schools at York University. It was so exciting to see them load the buses and then return to the school beaming from the experience. Grade 6s also went on their second field trip, where they challenged themselves by “Tree-Top Trekking.” Finally, we were thrilled to welcome our new families to a cocktail party in the JS Dining Hall! The sense of community I felt this week was truly inspiring.  

Warmly, 

Kate White – Head, Junior School

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Morning Gator Care: Monday, May 9

  • Since our dining hall is serving as an examination hall on Monday, May 9, we are moving our morning Gator Care service down the hallway to the Art Room.
  • Please park, as usual, in the back parking lot and make your way along the back pathway; green signs will lead you to the relevant doorway just past the dining hall.
  • Gator Care will be back in the dining hall that afternoon.

REMINDERS

Chartwell’s Ordering Form 

  • For the week of May 16, you are invited to submit your lunch orders by Wednesday, May 11 at 12 noon: Chartwell’s Order Form

Before & After School Co-curricular Schedule & Highlights

  • Athletic Highlights:
    • Tuesday May 10th
      • Gr. 4-6 mini track meet at Lawrence Park (7:00 – 8:45 am)
      • Please be mindful as this will conflict with Tuesday’s Wellbeing time 
      • 6A will be dismissed from the track meet at 8:15am so they can be back for their Studio Day which starts at 8:30 am
    • Thursday, May 12th 
      • Track Meet @ York University
      • Dismissal from class @ 8:35 am 
      • Bus Departs @ 8:50 am (from Rosewell Ave) 
      • Bus Returns 4:15 pm
      • Students may come dressed for the track meet

DATES ON THE HORIZON

Celebrating Eid

  • With this special month drawing to a close, we would invite our students who observe to wear celebratory dress on Friday, May 13.

Victoria Day Weekend

  • Monday, May 23 –  No School

House Shout – House Dress Down Day

  • Tuesday, May 24 @ 1:00 pm
  • This is a much-beloved tradition at Havergal that we are happy to bring back! The whole school comes together outside and presents cheers in their houses.
  • Arrival and Dismissal times remain the same.

Grade 6 Celebration – In Person, Grade 6 families invited

  • Tuesday, June 14 (4pm – 5:00 pm) 

JS Closing Ceremony – In Person (JS families welcome to attend)

  • Wednesday, June 15 
    • Students at school 8:25 am – 12:00 pm
    • Ceremony takes place in Brenda Robson Hall from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
    • 12:00 pm dismissal