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Message from the Head of Junior School: October 12, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

This week’s blog post contains a number of “need to know” messages.  Please be sure to read its content in its entirety!  As always, be sure to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

House Colour Day – Monday, October 15

Students are invited to show their school spirit by wearing House Colours on Monday.  Students do not have to wear their uniforms on this day.

Grade 6 students will present the Junior School House Cheers in Assembly.

Students in Grade 1 – Grade 6 will eat lunch together in Houses in the Gym.

Day 9 – October 30

Our next Day 9 is on Tuesday, October 30th! Detailed information about the various exciting programs, as well as the Electronic Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk Forms (EAAR),  will be sent out next week.

For a glance at the JS programming arranged for October 30th, please CLICK HERE

JS Parent-Teacher Interviews: Sign-Up

A reminder that Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, October 25 (1:30 pm-8:00 pm)  and Friday, October 26 (8:00 pm am-3:00 pm).  

If you have not already done so, please use the following link to sign up  (www.pickatime.com).  Sign-up closes at noon on Monday, October 22 (12:00 pm)

For Assistance – Please contact Karen Nielsen:  416-483-3843 ext. 6510.

Sign-Up for Gator Care on Parent-Teacher Interview Day

There is a half-day of school on Thursday, October 25th to accommodate Parent-Teacher Interviews. Gator Care will be available during this time, from 12:00 p.m.- 6:00p.m. at a rate of $15 per hour. There are no classes on Friday.  Gator Care is not available on Friday.

If you would like to register your daughter for Gator Care on Thursday, please e-mail gatorcare@havergal.on.ca before 3 PM on Tuesday, October 23, so that we can ensure appropriate staffing.

Math Contests in the Junior School: Grades 3 – 6

As we did in previous years, students in Grades 3-6 will be writing Caribou math contests throughout the year. To learn about the purpose of the math contests, how we can support students in writing them, and the time and location of the contests, please CLICK HERE

 Invitation for Diwali

On November 2nd we’ll be having Diwali Prayers in the Junior School.  If your daughter is interested in sharing your family’s Diwali traditions in a message to the school, please indicate this to Rev. Douglas by email, and she will connect with your daughter.

Interested girls will be working on the message with Rev. Douglas over the long recess on Monday, October 22nd, Tuesday the 23rd, and the 24th if needed.  Rev. Douglas’ email is sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca

Construction Live Feeds

Behind the construction fencing that borders the Junior School driveway, our new build is starting to take shape! Currently, the Buttcon construction crew is busy working on the foundations for our building expansion, which will see exciting new spaces at the Junior School including a dining wing, STEM and art classrooms, a music wing, multipurpose spaces and a refurbished gymnasium.

We invite you to watch as our construction project unfolds in real time, via our Junior School live feed. To see view construction at the Upper School, click here.

HCPA News

To learn more about the HCPA CLICK HERE

Please note that tickets for the upcoming HCPA Luncheon, featuring a presentation by International Bestselling Author, TV Personality, parenting expert and psychotherapist, Alyson Schafer, will go on sale next week. An email will be sent out with instructions on how to purchase tickets.

Links to remember

For information directly related to your daughter’s class, please be sure to visit the parent portal: Veracross Login
http://www.facebook.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.twitter.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.youtube.com/HavergalCollege

Athletics

It has been an absolute joy to see the girl’s skills develop as they participate in Squads, Squad Teams and Teams. Only 2 more weeks until the championships! Please see the weekly schedules below.

Athletics Schedule Week of Oct 15th

Teams, Squad Teams and Squad Practice Schedule
U11 Bball Team 
U12 Bball Green Team 
U12 Bball Gold Team 
U12 Soccer Team 
U12 Swim Team 
U12 Cross Country Team 

JS Clubs

Click the link below for the club schedule:

JS Fall Club Schedule

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, October 15

  • 8:30 am Assembly (House Cheers) – Students to wear House Colours

Thursday, October 18

  • 8:30 am JS Prayers (Liz Watt – Joy)

Friday, October 19

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Joy)

Monday, October 22

  • Junior School Open House

Tuesday, October 23

  • Fall Book Fair begins

Thursday, October 25

  • Classes end at 12:00 p.m.
  • Parent Teacher Conferences, 1:30 – 8:30 pm

Friday, October 26

  • No Classes for students
  • Parent Teacher Conferences, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Tuesday, October 30

  • Day 9

Message from the Head of Junior School: October 5, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

Joy and gratitude filled the Brenda Robson Hall this morning, as we welcomed in the Thanksgiving weekend.    The girls, under the fabulous direction of Mr. Jeff MacLean and Ms. Rachel Read, sang so beautifully, and Mrs. Davy’s retelling of the story of  “Stone Soup” allowed us to reflect not only of our many blessings but on the importance of sharing the bounty.  We are also pleased to let you know that our community was able to collect 1445 pounds of food for the North York Harvest Food Bank. Thank you for your generosity.

On Tuesday, I am excited to welcome families to “Coffee with Kate” at 8:30 am in the Learning Hub.  At this time, I will share some of the ways in which we promote a positive school culture in the Junior School.

On behalf of all of the staff and faculty of the Junior School, we wish you a restful and happy Thanksgiving weekend.

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

JS Student Photos are available!

 Click the following link to see your daughter’s photos:     echophotography.ca/havergal2018

Password: 

  • The password is your daughter’s student number.  This number can be found on Veracross.  If you require further assistance, please contact the Junior School Office 416-483-3843 ext 6608.  

What you will receive:  

  • All students will receive a printed class picture.
  • The class picture is also included in your daughter’s picture gallery should you wish to order an additional print or a different size.

Re-takes/Questions:

  • Re-takes take place on Wednesday, October 10th  from 9:00 am-12:00 pm (JS Learning Hub)
  • To organize re-takes or ask questions about photos, please contact: Cameron Hubbs  cameronhubbs@icloud.com

JS Parent-Teacher Interviews: Sign-Up

Scheduled for:

  • Thursday, October 25 (1:30 pm-8:00 pm)
  • Friday, October 26 (8:00 pm am-3:00 pm).  

Sign-up: 

  • Havergal College uses an online appointment booking system ‘PickATime’ to schedule parent-teacher conferences. Please use the following link to sign up:   www.pickatime.com). 
  • Opens:  Wednesday, October 10 (6:00 pm)
  • Closes: Monday, October 22 (12:00 pm)
  •  Returning families will be familiar with this program and will be able to use the account set up in the past. A ‘Forgot Password’ link is available on the site just in case.  
  • New parents will need to register for an account prior to booking of appointments. This can be done at any time by visiting the website.

For Assistance:

 Invitation for Diwali

  • On November 2nd we’ll be having Diwali Prayers in the Junior School.  If your daughter is interested in sharing your family’s Diwali traditions in a message to the school, please indicate this to Rev. Douglas by email, and she will connect with your daughter.
  • Interested girls will be working on the message with Rev. Douglas over the long recess on Monday, October 22nd, Tuesday the 23rd, and the 24th if needed.  Rev. Douglas’ email is sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca

HCPA News

Click here to visit the HCPA Blog and learn more about these events, RSVP, purchase tickets and other HPCA news.

Links to remember

For information directly related to your daughter’s class, please be sure to visit the parent portal: Veracross Login
http://www.facebook.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.twitter.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.youtube.com/HavergalCollege

Athletics

Athletics is well underway and the girls have been playing their hearts out, while having fun developing their skills.  Just a quick reminder that Multisport Squad, Soccer Squad Team and Basketball Squad Team practices all end at 4:30. Congratulations to the Swim Team who participated at their first meet of the season (and for some girls their first meet ever!). Good Luck to our U11 Basketball team who are 2-0 going into their third game on Thursday.

Teams, Squad Teams and Squad Practice Schedule
U11 Bball Team – Coach Scott & Ms. Bartlett
U12 Bball Green Team – Coach Alonzo & Mme. Rizzo
U12 Bball Gold Team – Coach Sarah & Ms. Partyka
U12 Soccer Team – Coach Mychel & Mr. Webb
U12 Swim Team – Coach Tanya & Ms. Campbell
U12 Cross Country Team – Mme. Gareau, Ms. Murphy & Ms. Lockington

JS Clubs

Click the link below for the club schedule:

JS Fall Club Schedule

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, October 8

  • Thanksgiving Day – School closed

Tuesday, October 9

  • Coffee with the Head of the Junior School, 8:30-9:30 am (Learning Hub)
  • JS Used Book Drive – All Week! (Learning Hub Hallway)

Wednesday, October 10

  • JS Photo Retake Day, 9:00 am-12:00 pm (Learning Hub)

Thursday, October 11

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Joy #1)

Friday, October 12

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Joy #2)

Monday, October 15

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Joy #3)

Thursday, October 18

  • 8:30 am JS Prayers (Grade 6, Women Worth Knowing)

Friday, October 19

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Ms. Watt – Joy #)

Message from the Head of Junior School: September 28, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

I write today in disbelief that this my last blog post of September!  This month we have already experienced: the first day of school, People and Program Night, 11 prayers, our first Day 9, Athletic tryouts, Squad, Squad Team and Team Practices, and the first week of clubs, to say nothing of the start of academic learning in all subject areas.  As you look back on this time, we invite you to share any feedback on the opening weeks, so that we can thoughtfully reflect on what has gone well as well as what we should consider moving forward.

I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome Ms. Irene Dongas to the Havergal Junior School Community.  Ms. Dongas is joining our Gator Care program as a supervisor, as well as our list of regular supply teachers.  She received her Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto in 2008, and has experience in both the Toronto District School Board and in Independent Schools.  Ms. Dongas brings to the school a love of learning, an understanding of the varied needs of students, and a deep belief in the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment for all children.

We look forward to seeing you at Celebration Saturday!

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

Athletics

The cross country runners are running, the basketball players are swishing and soccer athletes are scoring. Havergal Athletics is booming and we are thrilled with the number of girls participating. If your daughter has had a change of heart, it is not too late to join a Squad Teams or a Squad. Please have your daughter speak to Ms. Bartlett or email abartlett@havergal.on.ca to find out how your daughter can get involved.

Teams, Squad Teams and Squad Practice Schedule

U11 Bball Team – Coach Scott & Ms. Bartlett
U12 Bball Green Team – Coach Alonzo & Mme. Rizzo
U12 Bball Gold Team – Coach Sarah & Ms. Partyka
U12 Soccer Team – Coach Mychel & Mr. Webb
U12 Swim Team – Coach Tanya & Ms. Campbell
U12 Cross Country Team – Mme. Gareau, Ms. Murphy & Ms. Lockington

JS Clubs

JS Clubs began last week, and are off to a great start!  A reminder that parents and/or caregivers are asked to pick up their children from the location of their club.

Click the link below for the club schedule:  JS Fall Club Schedule

Celebration Saturday

To learn about the purpose behind this community event, please visit the Celebration Saturday Website 

Timing

  • 8:30 am – Students and Parents in JK to Grade 6 come to the JS Gym for attendance
  • 8:40 am – Junior School walk over to the Upper School for Opening Ceremony
  • 9:00 am – Opening Ceremonies on the South Quad
  • 1:00 pm – Celebration Saturday concludes.  Please note there is no official dismissal. Students will leave with parents.

Dress

  • Students are asked to wear House Colours.  A photograph of the entire student body in their House Colours will be taken at the Opening Ceremonies.
  • 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 on The Cohen Field.  Families are encouraged to walk, carpool, take the TTC, Taxi or alternate form of transportation.

Tickets and Purchases

  • Credit cards are accepted for payment of items at the silent and live auctions; tickets for the Midway, food and most other stalls will be available throughout the grounds for $1.00 each or as bulk purchases by cash; others areas only accept cash!

Magazine and Cookie Drive

Harvest Festival – Friday, October 5 (8:30 am – 9:00 am)

The Junior School annual Harvest Festival takes place on Friday, October 5 at 8:30 am in the Brenda Robson Hall (Upper School). Parents, family members, and guests are invited to a coffee reception in the Temerty Commons immediately following the service.

This formal service is an ideal and heart-warming start to the Thanksgiving break and a wonderful way for our community to gather and celebrate all that we have to be thankful for. We hope to welcome you and all your family members!

Donations to the North York Harvest Food Bank

  • Students in JK to Grade 6 are asked to bring in non-perishable food items to be donated to the North York Harvest Food Bank.
  • Students in Grade 1 – 6 are asked to place these donations in decorated baskets (eg: a simple recyclable cardboard fruit/veggie basket that can be found at the grocery store).  Students will carry over the baskets to the Brenda Robson Hall for the ceremony.
  • Students in JK and SK will place their donations in a basket provided by the school

What students are to wear – #1 Concert Dress

  • Grade JK, SK, 1, 2, 3: long sleeve white shirt, tunic, HC tie, green tights & black shoes
  • Grade 4: long sleeve white shirt, tunic, HC tie, green tights &  black shoes
  • Grade 5 & 6: long sleeve white shirt, kilt, HC tie, green tights & black shoes
  • Hair:  pinned back from the face using a hair accessory without colour, sparkles or embellishments. Small pins or Havergal headbands are permitted

Day 9: Wednesday, September 26

This past Wednesday was Havergal’s first Day 9 of the year. Whether it was our Junior and Senior Kindergarten students getting up close and personal with Pawsitively Pets, or our Grade 11s doing an Amazing Race throughout the city, it was an overwhelming success. Our students and faculty took advantage of the time and space to push themselves further, challenge themselves more, and think critically about some of the key issues facing our city, our country and ourselves. There is no doubt that our students are feeling more spirited about their grade after these shared experiences.
We would like to thank our parents for their cooperation, our faculty for their support in getting this Day 9 launched successfully, and to our students who engaged so highly throughout their experience.
Please be sure to check out our Instagram and Twitter feeds for some great photos that reflect the breadth and depth of our Day 9 Programming. If you are interested in becoming a part of our Day 9 programming or have some possible ideas, please contact Garth Nichols (gnichols@havergal.on.ca), VP Student Engagement and Experiential Learning.

GatorCare – 7:15am Drop off Time

Just a reminder that morning GatorCare begins at 7:15am.
Please do not drop off your daughter before 7:15am for morning care, as our staff will not be on site to receive them until that time.

HCPA News

  • September 29, Celebration Saturday
  • October 9th, Junior School “Coffee with the Head”
  • October Used Book Drive (October 9 – 12; Please drop off books in bins by the Learning Hub)
  • November 14th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 1
  • November 16th, HCPA Annual Parent Luncheon
  • November 28th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 4
  • JS Grade Rep Meetings

Click here to visit the HCPA Blog and learn more about these events, RSVP, purchase tickets and other HPCA news.

Links to remember

For information directly related to your daughter’s class, please be sure to visit the parent portal: Veracross Login
http://www.facebook.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.twitter.com/HavergalCollege
http://www.youtube.com/HavergalCollege

Important Dates on the Horizon

JS Fall Club Schedule

Teams, Squad Teams and Squad Practice Schedule

Saturday, September 29

  • 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Celebration Saturday

Monday, October 1

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Gratitude)

Tuesday, October 2

  • 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm New to Havergal Parent Event (Brenda Robson Hall)

Thursday, October 3

  • 10:50-12:30 Gr.1-6 Harvest Festival Rehearsal, (BRH)

Friday, October 5

  • 8:30 am – 9:15 am JS Harvest Festival (Brenda Robson Hall)
  • 9:15 am – 10:00 am JS Harvest Festival Parent Reception (Temerty Commons)

Monday, October 8

  • Thanksgiving Day, school closed

Tuesday, October 9

  • Coffee with the Head of the Junior School, 8:30-9:30 am (Learning Hub)
  • JS Used Book Drive, 7:30 am- 4:00 pm (Learning Hub Hallway)

Wednesday, October 10

  • JS Photo Retake Day, 9:00 am-12:00 pm (Learning Hub)

Thursday, October 11

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Joy #1)

Friday, October 12

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – Joy #2)

Message from the Head of Junior School: September 21, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

This morning we honoured our Grade 6 class with the presentation of House Pins, and officially welcomed them as formal leaders of the Junior School.  Mr. Garth Nichols, Havergal’s Vice Principal of Student Engagement and Experiential Development, joined us to talk about the Five Domains of Leadership and representatives from the Grade 6 class spoke about their personal experiences as community, intellectual, formal, informal and “self” leaders. Thank you to all parents who attended prayers this morning. to honour our Grade 6 students.

We wish you all a wonderful weekend.

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

Athletics

Thank you to all student-athletes for their participation in tryouts for the fall season. Our athletic program has the breadth to meet the needs of a diverse group of students, and the depth to challenge students at all stages of development. It also develops in all students: self-confidence, sportsmanship, commitment, perseverance, co-operation, responsibility, resilience, self-efficacy and pride in representing the school.

The Junior School is proud to have squads, squad teams and teams to support this philosophy.  We encourage those athletes who are not playing on the team of their choice to seek out their coach and find specific ways they can develop their skill.  

Squads and Squad Teams start their practices this week. They will continue practicing once a week until Nov. 23rd.

We will be running practices on Wednesday, Sept 26th a ‘Day 9’.

Schedules for JS Teams:

Teams, Squad teams and Squad Practice schedule

U11 Bball Team – Coach Scott & Ms. Bartlett

U12 Bball Green Team – Coach Alonzo & Mme. Rizzo

U12 Bball Gold Team – Coach Sarah & Ms. Partyka

U12 Soccer Team – Coach Mychel & Mr. Webb

U12 Swim Team – Coach Tanya & Ms. Campbell

U12 Cross Country Team – Mme. Gareau, Ms. Murphy & Ms. Lockington

Good Luck to our cross country team participating in their first meet of the season on Monday.

JS Clubs

A reminder that JS Clubs start next week. The link below contains all information you need to know about which clubs (dates, times, supervisors, rooms).  Parents are asked pick up their daughter from the location of their club.  Students that have not been picked up at the end of a club, will be escorted to Gator Care.

JS Fall Club Schedule

Day 9: Wednesday, September 26, 2018

To fully embrace this year’s Day 9 experiences, we would like to highlight their purpose and intended outcomes, share the understanding of Day 9s as unique opportunities to have your child engage in their own learning, and finally to invite you to support this strategic initiative in specific ways. To learn more click on the following link:

 Purpose of Day 9

Junior Schoo Day 9 Programming_September 26, 2018

To learn even more about Day 9: Watch this VIDEO.

Lice Squad – Tuesday, September 25

Communication and education about head lice with students and parents/guardians is essential for fostering a relationship of trust and respect in dealing with the issue. As such, we have arranged for the Lice Squad to come to the Junior School on Tuesday, September 25.  While the treatment of head lice is ultimately the parent/guardian’s responsibility it is our hope that through open and honest dialogue, the school and parents can work together to reduce the transmission of lice between individuals while maintaining the dignity of those affected by this nuisance.

 

Pediculosis (Head Lice) Protocol

JS Lice Check Schedule_Fall 2018

 

Christmas Concert Date Change

Please note that the Grade 1- 6, JS Christmas Concert will be held in the Brenda Robson Hall at 4pm on Tuesday December 18th. This date differs to the date that was published in the JS school date calendar. Please make note of the date change in your calendars. We look forward to sharing an evening of festive, holiday music with you.

LAST CALL! Pizza Day Sign-up Reminder

Please ensure to sign-up your daughter(s) for pizza day by Monday, September 24th!
Click HERE to register.

Our first pizza day is Monday, October 1st.

Dismissal

Should you need to come into the school at the end of the day, please park either on the Cohen Field or the at the Upper School Lot. Reminder that if you have more than one child, please come at the oldest child’s pick up time.  Please note that dismissal will end daily at 3:45pm. After this time, please proceed to Gator Care to pick up your daughter.

Volunteers Needed: New and returning parents for the Havergal Welcome Committee!

The Welcome Committee is a group of Havergal Junior School parents who work with the Admission Office to give tours to prospective families. Members of the Welcome Committee are also involved in admission events such as the Open House and Coffee and Conversation sessions. This is a great way to meet new people and share your love of Havergal with families who are going through the admission process. Being part of the Welcome Committee is a flexible role and we will work around your availability.

If you would like to be a part of the Welcome Committee, please email Amy Holder aholder@havergal.onl.ca  and join us at our Welcome Committee orientation meeting on Monday, October 1 at 9:00 a.m. in the Learning Hub. (right after Prayers)

The Admission team truly values the involvement of our Welcome Committee volunteers. Prospective families love meeting you. They really appreciate feeling welcome in our school and love hearing your HC stories!

Celebration Saturday – Magazine and Cookie Drive

This year we will once again be running a magazine and cookie dough drive for our Celebration Saturday fundraiser.  Please see the below links:

HCPA News

  • September 29, Celebration Saturday
  • October 9th, Junior School “Coffee with the Head”
  • October Used Book Drive (October 9 – 12; Please drop off books in bins by the Learning Hub)
  • November 14th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 1
  • November 16th, HCPA Annual Parent Luncheon
  • November 28th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 4
  • JS Grade Rep Meetings

Click here to visit the HCPA Blog and learn more about these events, RSVP, purchase tickets and other HPCA news.

Havergal on Social Media

We invite you to explore Havergal’s Social Media Channels to learn even more about the day to day life of the school.

http://www.facebook.com/HavergalCollege

http://www.twitter.com/HavergalCollege

http://www.youtube.com/HavergalCollege

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, September 24

Tuesday, September 25

Wednesday, September 26

  • 8:30 am  JS Grade Rep Meeting
  • Day 9
  • Please note that Primary Choir is Cancelled today

Thursday, September 27

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Liz Watt – Friendship)
  • 10:20 am JS Emergency Evacuation Drill

Friday, September 28

  • 8:30 am Prayers (Old Girls)

Saturday, September 29

  • 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Celebration Saturday – Students to wear House Colours!

Tuesday, October 2

  • 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm New to Havergal Parent Event (Brenda Robson Hall)

Friday, October 5

  • 8:30 am – 9:15 am JS Harvest Festival (Brenda Robson Hall)
  • 9:15 am – 10:00 am JS Harvest Festival Parent Reception (Temerty Commons)

Monday, October 8

  • Thanksgiving Day, school closed

Tuesday, October 9

  • Coffee with the Head of the Junior School, 8:30-9:30 am (Learning Hub)

Message from the Head of Junior School: September 14, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

Last week at prayers, we asked the girls to reflect on the 2017-2018 school year, and to ask themselves the following questions:

  • What went well?
  • What made you proud?
  • What was challenging?
  • What would you do differently now?

We then asked them to use this information to think about what they hope and dream about for the 2018-2019 school.  Students identified things such as “making new friends,” “getting on a team,” “trying something new,” “being a better writer,” “working hard in math” and “being the best I can be” as part of this list.

This morning in prayers, we then noted that each class from JK to Grade 6 has been discussing what respect looks, sounds and feels like at the Junior School, and what it means to be a Havergal student.  We talked about how it is one thing to know what respect is, and it is another to choose to be respectful.  Each student was then invited to think about how they will use respectful words and actions this year so that we can collectively accomplish our hopes and dreams. I invite you to talk about this with your daughter over the weekend and find out how she will choose to speak and act with respect this year.

Sincerely,
Kate White

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Athletics

Thank you to everyone for such a successful start to the 2018-2019 Athletic year! Registration for Teams is now closed, but if your daughter has a change of heart and would like to participate in Cross Country, Squad Teams or Squad, the registration will remain open until September 21. Stay tuned for the season schedule that will be published in next weeks blog.

JS Information about TRYOUTS_Fall 2018

JS Squad, Squad Team, and Team SCHEDULES_Fall 2018

Squad Team and Squad Sign-Up

Please note: Squad and squad teams (with the exception of Cross Country Squad) starts the week of September 24th.

Prayers- Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur

On Monday, September 18,  students will be offering the message at our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Prayers.  Parents are invited to join us for light refreshments afterwards, from 9:00-9:45 am. in the Junior School front hall.

Volunteers Needed: New and returning parents for the Havergal Welcome Committee!

The Welcome Committee is a group of Havergal Junior School parents who work with the Admission Office to give tours to prospective families. Members of the Welcome Committee are also involved in admission events such as the Open House and Coffee and Conversation sessions. This is a great way to meet new people and share your love of Havergal with families who are going through the admission process. Being part of the Welcome Committee is a flexible role and we will work around your availability.

If you would like to be a part of the Welcome Committee, please email Amy Holder aholder@havergal.onl.ca  and join us at our Welcome Committee orientation meeting on Monday, October 1 at 9:00 a.m. in the Learning Hub. (right after Prayers)

The Admission team truly values the involvement of our Welcome Committee volunteers. Prospective families love meeting you. They really appreciate feeling welcome in our school and love hearing your HC stories!

Celebration Saturday – Magazine and Cookie Drive

This year we will once again be running a magazine and cookie dough drive for our Celebration Saturday fundraiser

Each student in JK – Grade 6 will be bringing home a brochure on Monday will all of the relevant information.

JS Parent Volunteers

Parent volunteers are an integral part of the school, and do so much to strengthen our community. There are many ways to participate both in front of and behind the scenes!  Please review the sign-up form below, and let us know if you are able to volunteer.  Thank you!

JS Parent Volunteer Form

HCPA News and Upcoming Events…

September 29th, Celebration Saturday – All students to wear House Colours

  • October 9th, Junior School “Coffee with the Head”
  • October Used Book Drive
  • November 14th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 1
  • November 16th, HCPA Annual Parent Luncheon
  • November 28th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 4
  • JS Grade Rep Meetings

Click here to visit the HCPA Blog and learn more about these events, RSVP, purchase tickets and other HPCA news.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, September 17

  • 8:25 am Prayers (Jewish High Holidays)
  • 9:00 am – 9:45 am Parent Reception following Prayers
  • 3:30-4:45 pm: U12 Bball Tryout (JS Gym)

Tuesday, September 18

  • JS Photo Day Schedule (all students to wear #1 dress)
  • 7am – 8am  U11/U12 Swim Team 1st tryout in Pool (drop off at Upper School Main entrance. Coaches will meet girls in front foyer)
  • 7:20 – 8am U12 & U9 Cross Country for all grades (meet coaches outside the Junior School Front Doors)
  • 3:30-4:45 U11/U12 Soccer Tryout meet outside the Gym

Wednesday, September 19

  • 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. Grade 6 Lunch @ Upper School
  • 3:30-4:45 U11/U12 Soccer Tryout (meet outside the Gym)
  • 3:30-4:45 U11 Bball Tryout (JS Gym)

Thursday, September 20

  • 7am – 8am  U11/U12 Swim Team tryout in Pool (drop off at Upper School Main entrance.)
  • 7:20 – 8am U12 & U9 Cross Country for all grades (meet coaches outside the Junior School Gym)
  • 8:25 am Prayers – Cancelled
    • Students will be participating in our first of six evacuation drill during this time
  •  3:30-4:45 U11 Bball Tryout (US Gym)
  • 3:30-4:45 U12 Bball Tryout (US Gym)

Friday, September 21

  • 8:25 am Prayers (Grade 6s receive House Leadership Pins)

Monday, September 24

  • Clubs begin this week
  • Squad and Squad Teams begin this week.

Wednesday, September 26

  • First Day 9

Saturday, September 29

  • Celebration Saturday!

Tuesday, October 2

  • New to Havergal Parent Event (6:30-8:30 pm)

Friday, October 5

  • 8:30 am – 9:15 am JS Harvest Festival – Brenda Robson Hall

Monday, October 8

  • Thanksgiving Day, school closed

 

Message from the Head of Junior School: September 7, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

Thank you all for such a successful first week of school!  It has been a pleasure to see all of our new and returning HC Junior School students skipping through the halls, re-establishing previous friendships, and making new connections.  On behalf of all of our faculty and staff, we appreciate your taking the time to come to our People and Program Night earlier this week.  It was a wonderful opportunity for us to share our vision for the upcoming year, celebrate our many successes as a Junior School, and communicate our goals for the future.  We are excited to start what we know will be an exceptional year.

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

Pick-up Procedures

A reminder that we have a staggered dismissal in the Junior School.

  • JK – Grade 2 (3:15 pm – 3:30 pm)
  • Grade 3 – Grade 6 (3:30 pm – 3:45 pm)

Please note that students who are not picked up by 3:45 pm will be brought inside to Gator Care.  Parents are invited to come into the school to collect their children at this time. There is no charge for Gator Care until 4:00 pm

Athletics

Welcome back to all of our student-athletes! We have numerous options for participation in squads, squad teams and teams.  Please note that online registration for squads, squad teams and teams closes at noon on Monday, September 10th.

Registration for Squads, Squad Teams and Teams

JS Information about TRYOUTS_Fall 2018

JS Squad, Squad Team, and Team SCHEDULES_Fall 2018

Safety Reminder – Accessing the Junior School from Cohen Field

We would like to remind parents to please use the pedestrian pathway from the Cohen Field parking lot – which runs adjacent to the ravine – in order to access the Junior School. Pedestrians are not permitted to exit Cohen Field via the entrance to Rosewell Avenue, in order to gain access to the Junior School driveway. It is not safe to do so, due to traffic entering and exiting Cohen Field, traffic on Rosewell Avenue and traffic entering the main driveway.

Safety signage has been posted and we ask that you abide by these signs and be mindful of your surroundings when using the lot.

Please click the links below to view a map of Cohen Field, the pedestrian pathway and the recommended procedures.

Cohen Field Parking Lot Map

Cohen Field Parking Procedures

Permission to walk home

If you want your daughter to leave the school and walk home or take public transit by herself on a regular basis, we must have written permission. You are welcome to send an email to jsoffice@havergal.on.ca describing permission/walk home arrangements.

We must also have written permission if your child takes a school bus that you have arranged through an outside vendor. Understandably, on occasion, there are special circumstances whereby you may not be able to collect your daughter and, on short notice, you would like for her to walk home. In these one-off situations, your daughter is required to sign-out in the Main Office before leaving campus.

Do you think you read more than the librarian?

A reminder that the summer reading challenge logs need to be handed in by Friday, September 14th! Extra sheets are available in the library if you need them. Make sure you hand them in – students who have read more than Ms. Rodd will win “Book Fair Bucks.” There is also a class prize for the class with the highest number of participants.

HCPA News and Upcoming Events…

  • September 29th, Celebration Saturday
  • October 9th, Junior School “Coffee with the Head”
  • October Used Book Drive
  • November 14th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 1
  • November 16th, HCPA Annual Parent Luncheon
  • November 28th, Mother-Daughter Breakfast for Grade 4
  • JS Grade Rep Meetings

Click here to visit the HCPA Blog and learn more about these events, RSVP, purchase tickets and other HPCA news.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, September 10 

  • JS Registration closes for Clubs and Athletics at noon
  • 8:25 a.m. – Prayers (Rev. Pak – What is the purpose of Prayers?)
  • 3:30-4:45 pm –U12 Basketball Tryout (JS Gym)

Tuesday, September 11

  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am  U11/U12 Swim Team 1st tryout in Pool (drop off at Upper School Main entrance. Coaches will meet girls in the front foyer)
  • 7:20 am – 8:00am U12 & U9 Cross Country for all grades (meet coaches outside the Junior School Gym Doors)
  • 3:30 pm -4:45 pm U11/U12 Soccer Tryout meet outside the Gym

Wednesday, September 12

  • 7:30 am – Grade 6s depart from HC for Overnight Excursion to Beausoleil Island
  • 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm U11/U12 Soccer Tryout (Gr 5 only) meet outside the Gym
  • 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm U11 Basketball Tryout (JS Gym)

Thursday, September 13

  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am  U11/U12 Swim Team 1st tryout in Pool (drop off at Upper School Main entrance. Coaches will meet girls in the front foyer)
  • 7:20 am – 8:00am U12 & U9 Cross Country for all grades (meet coaches outside the Junior School Gym Doors)
  • 8:25 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas – What does Respect Mean?)

Friday, September 14

  • 7:00 – 8:00am U11 Basketball Tryout (JS Gym)
  • 8:25 am Prayers (Ms. White – What does Respect Look, Sound, Feel Like in the Junior School?)
  • 2:30 pm Grade 6s return to HC from Overnight Excursion

Tuesday, September 18

  • JS Photo Day (all students to wear #1 dress)

Monday, September 24

  • Clubs begin this week
  • Squad and Squad Teams begin this week.

Wednesday, September 26

  • First Day 9

Message from the Head of Junior School: August 30, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

Welcome to the 2018-2019 School Year!  We have been eagerly anticipating your return, and are looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday. You will receive a link to a blog posting from me every Friday.  The purpose of this blog is to share critical information for the upcoming week, as well as to share stories about our students and school.

We are grateful for your feedback last year regarding the weekly blog.  We hope that you enjoy the new format, and that it will provide a clear understanding of the day to day operations of the Junior School.

This week’s message reiterates the schedule for the opening week.  As always, if you have any questions please contact your classroom teacher, the office or me.

Warmly,
Kate White

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What to Expect the First Week of School

Tuesday, September 4 – First Day of School

8:00 am – 8:20 am – Students arrive at school and make their way to their Home Form classrooms.

  • New students will be greeted by Specialist Teachers, who will accompany them to their classrooms.
  • Class Lists will be posted in the JS Office. Teachers will be on hand to support students in finding their new classrooms.

8:20 am – 9:30 am – Classes begin for JK and SK (Group A)

10:00 am – 11:00 am – Classes begin for JK and SK (Group B)

8:20 am Classes Begin for Grade 1 to Grade 6.

Dismissal:

  • 11:30 am to 11:45 am (Grade 1 and Grade 2)
  • 11:45 am – 12:00 pm (Grades 3 to 6)

Please Note:

  • Student dress JK to Grade 6:
    • HC uniform consisting of short sleeve golf shirt with skirt or tunic, modesty shorts and green knee socks with black shoes.
  •  Absences/Lates:
    • Please report absences/lates to 416.483.3843 extension 6510.
  •  Snacks:
    • Students should come to school with a nutritious morning snack; it is important to remember that Havergal College is a nut/peanut restricted facility.
  •  Gator Care:
    • There is NO Gator Care available either before school or after school on Opening Day.
  •  Drop-off/Pick-Up/Parking:
    • Drop-off and Pick-up takes place on the Junior School Driveway on Rosewell Ave.  Havergal Faculty and Security will assist with this process. For everyone’s safety please follow their directions.  
    • There is NO PARKING on the Junior School Driveway.Parents are invited to park on the Cohen Field, or on the lower section of the Upper School Parking Lot, should they wish to accompany their daughter into school.

Wednesday, September 5 (Day 1)

Gator Care Opens

  • 7:15 am – 8:00 am (no registration required)
  • 3:30 am – 6:00 pm (registration required.  Please email: gatorcare@havergal.on.ca)

Junior Kindergarten/Senior Kindergarten (half-day)

  • 8:30 am to 11:00 am
    • All JK and SK students 

Grades 1 to 6 (full day)

  • Regular class schedule.

Dismissal

  • 3:15 pm – 3:30 pm (Grade 1–Grade 2)
  • 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm (Grade 3–Grade 6)

Please Note

  • 3P students have their first swim class and are asked to bring in their swim gear

JS People & Program Night

This evening is designed for parents to meet their daughter’s teacher and to learn about the year ahead. Please note that this evening is not intended for students.

Parking is available on the Cohen Field and the Upper School Parking Lot.

Event Schedule

6:00 pm – 6:20 pm

  • Veracross Training for Parents (OPTIONAL) in JS Gym

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

  • JK – Grade 3: Primary Classroom Curriculum Presentations in Core Classrooms
  • Grade 4 – 6: Junior Specialist Meet and Greet in the Learning Hub

7:05 pm – 7:35 pm

  • JK – Grade 6: Presentations by Senior Leadership Administrative Team

7:40 pm – 8:10 pm 

  • Grade 4 – 6: Junior Classroom Curriculum Presentations in Core Classrooms
  • Grade 1 – 3 Primary Specialist Meet and Greet in the Learning Hub

8:30 pm – 9:00 pm

  • Grade 6 Overnight Excursion Information Meeting (Grade 6 Parents Only)

Thursday, September 6 (Day 2)

JK to 6 – Regular class schedule (Full Day)

All students to wear #1 Dress

  • JK – 4:  tunic + long or short sleeve dress shirt + tie + black modesty shorts + green knee socks or green tights + black velcro shoes or black lace-up Oxfords.
  • Grade 5 – Grade 6: kilt + long or short sleeve shirt + tie + black modesty shorts + green knee socks or green tights + black lace-up Oxfords              

8:30 am to 9:00 am

  • JS Opening Prayers with Mrs. Helen-Kay Davy, Havergal College Principal

9.00 am – 9:45 am 

  • JS Parent Welcome Reception (Junior School Learning Hub) – all parents welcome!

9:45 am to 10:15 am

  • Veracross Training for Parents (Optional – Junior School Learning Hub)

Dismissal:

  • 3:15 pm – 3:30 pm (JK – Grade 2)
  • 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm (Grade 3–Grade 6)

Please Note

  • 4G  students have their first swim class and are asked to bring in their swim gear

Friday, September 7 (Day 3)

JK to 6 – Regular class schedule (Full Day)

8:30 am – 9:00 am

  • Prayers with Kate White, Junior School Head

Dismissal:

  • 3:15 pm – 3:30 pm (JK–Grade 2)
  • 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm (Grade 3–Grade 6)

Please Note

  • 5C students have their first swim class and are asked to bring in their swim gear

Registration for Clubs and Athletics

The last day to register for Clubs and Athletics is Monday, September 10

Click here for information on CLUBS
Click here for information on ATHLETICS

Pick-up and Drop-Off Procedures

Junior School Traffic Flow Map
Junior School Traffic Flow Procedures

Parking

Cohen Field Parking Lot Map
Cohen Field Parking Procedures

Construction Live Stream

Junior School live stream
Upper School live stream

Jewish High-Holiday Prayers – Invitation

The chaplains, Rev. Douglas and Rev. Pak, would like to invite interested students in grades 3-6 to share their families’ Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur traditions as the message at Prayers on September 17th.
Students would need to meet over the lunch hour on September 7th, 10th, and 12th with Rev. Douglas and Rev. Pak.  Please email Rev. Douglas at sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca if your daughter is interested in participating.  Digital images of your family celebrations would be most welcome.
Parents, family members and friends coming to Prayers that morning are invited for coffee and light refreshments afterwards in the Learning Hub.

Veracross Classroom Pages

For information directly related to your daughter’s class, please be sure to visit the parent portal: Veracross Login

HCPA News

A warm welcome to all our Havergal parents!  The Havergal College Parent Association (HCPA) is very excited to start this year off with Celebration Saturday just around the corner on September 29th.  Please plan to attend this special morning of festivities with your entire family celebrating our community spirit!
For more important HCPA dates or to become a parent volunteer: CLICK HERE!

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, September 10

  • Try-outs begin for Athletics

Wednesday, September 12 – Friday, September 14

  • Grade 6 Overnight Excursion to Beausoleil Island

Tuesday, September 18

  • JS Photo Day

Monday, September 24

  • Clubs begin this week

Wednesday, September 26

  • First Day 9

Message from the Head of Junior School: June 8, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

Thank you to all of those that were able to make it our Final Prayers Service in the Brenda Robson Hall today. It was magical to have all of our students there, and see the sun shining through and lighting up their faces. We are looking forward to next week, as we continue to honour the end of the school year with Grade 6 Leaving Celebration on Monday, and our Closing Ceremony on Tuesday. All the details for both events are noted below.

Should you wish to read a copy the message that was delivered in prayers this morning, click here.

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

2018 JS Math Contest Results
End of Year Events
2018 Summer Reading Challenge
End of Year Report Cards
BACH Music Summer Camp
Celebration Saturday 2018
This Week at the Junior School

2018 JS Math Contest Results!

Caribou Math, Mathematica and CNML

It is amazing to see that EVERY SINGLE GIRL in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 took part in at least one math contest this year!!! We would like to acknowledge all of these girls for challenging themselves while solving tough math problems, for their growth mindset and for their perseverance. Well done girls!

A special thank you to Ms. Carayannis for the countless hours organizing and preparing all of these contests. Ms. Carayannis is passionate about math and these contests, and we are grateful for her dedication in this process. I would also like to sincerely thank all of our teachers, and Ms. Kubota for preparing them the students so well!

To see a full list of the results, click here.

End of Year Events

Monday, June 11 – Grade 6 Celebration

  • Morning and After Gator Care Available
  • Final day of Rose Reisman lunch available @ HC
  • Grade Six Celebration at 4:00 pm – 5:30 p.m. in JS Gym
  • Grade 6 families invited to attend
  • Grade 6 students to wear #1 Dress to school all day

Tuesday, June 12 – JS Closing Ceremony

  • AM Gator Care available at 7:15-8:00 am
  • NO PM Gator Care available
  • No lunch at school – please ensure that your daughter brings a nourishing snack to sustain her through the morning
  • 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. JS Closing Ceremony in Brenda Robson Hall (Upper School)
    • Student Dress: #1 Concert Dress (long sleeved white blouse; hair pinned back from the face using a small plain hair accessory without colour or embellishment, socks)
    • All families invited to attend
    • Refreshments served at JS following the conclusion of the Closing Ceremony
    • Dismissal is from the Junior School at the conclusion of the ceremony, at approximately 12:15 pm.

2018 Summer Reading Challenge

Can You Read More than the Librarian?

The Summer Reading Challenge is back! Reading over the summer is crucial for your daughter to maintain the progress she has worked so hard to achieve this year. We’ve created a challenge to help keep her motivated and reading during the long summer days.

Ms. Rodd is always looking for books to recommend, which means she is also always reading! We are challenging the girls to take on Ms. Rodd and see if they can read more than her. Updates regarding Ms. Rodd’s progress will be posted on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and you are encouraged to send in pictures of your daughter working to read more than Ms. Rodd!

Facebook: Direct message to Havergal http://facebook.com/HavergalCollege
lnstagram: Direct message to Havergal http://instagram.com/HavergalCollege
Email: ntulli@havergal.on.ca or lpiltz@havergal.on.ca

Your daughter will be coming home with a hard copy of the summer reading list for her grade – here are links to each of the lists:

Summer Reading JK to Grade 1: http://bit.ly/HC_SummerReading2018_JKGr1
Summer Reading Grades 2 and 3: http://bit.ly/HC_SummerReading2018_Gr23
Summer Reading Grades 4-6: http://bit.ly/HC_SummerReading2018_Gr456

Your daughter is bringing home a tracking form. You can also find a copy here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eMq3CkR45tF2VDOokBON-5u2f97rML79/view?usp=sharing

All kinds of reading materials count, as well as stories read to our younger readers. A title can only be listed once.

Students who return their forms in September will be eligible to win individual prizes for reading more than the librarian, as well as class prizes for participation.

Happy reading everyone!

End of Year Report Cards

End of year report cards are available for parent viewing on June 21 at 4:00 p.m.

BACH Music Summer Camp

There are still a few spots available for girls in Grades 4 -6 to participate in the BACH music camp being held at Havergal this August 20 -24th. Registration forms are available at the JS office, or you can contact Cissy Goodridge at cgoodridge@havergal.on.ca

Celebration Saturday 2018

Saturday, September 29, 2018

It’s not too early!
Starting now, we are accepting donations for Cel Sat! Please donate or solicit “Silent Auction Items” for Celebration Saturday’s silent auction this fall. Silent auction items can be dropped throughout the summer at the US Security desk, labelled as “Cel Sat Silent Auction”. Cel Sat takes place on Sat, Sept 29 from 9am-1pm. The Entire school participates in this fun filled event and proceeds are donated to our community partners.

This Week at the Junior School

Monday, June 11 (Day 3)

No Prayers
8 – 8:15 am Students Grades 1-6 Outdoor Play
12:45 – 1 pm SK Annual Giving Celebration (South Quad Gazebo)
4 – 5:30 pm Grade 6 Celebration & Reception (JS Gym)

Tuesday, June 12 (Day 4)

8 – 8:15 am Students Grades 1-6 Outdoor Play
11 am – 12:30 pm JS Closing Ceremony & Reception (BRH/ JS Gym)
12:30 p.m. School Closes / Dismissal

Message from the Head of Junior School: June 1, 2018

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Dear Junior School Parents,

What a wonderful way to end the week! Thank you to our Athletic Department for arranging Gator Day for all of our students in JK – Grade 6.

This blog post contains all the “need to know” information for all of our end of year events. Please ensure you read it carefully, so that you are aware of all details. As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to your daughter’s teacher, or the main office should you have any questions.

Sincerely,
Kate White

In this message, read about:

Pizza Day

Please Note: Monday, June 4 is Pizza Day!

Thursday, June 7 – JS Spring Athletic Celebration

  • 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm
  • Students who participated in the following Teams/Squads are invited:
    • U12 Softball Team
    • Softball Squad
    • U10 Track and Field Team
    • U11 Track and Field Team
    • U12 Track and Field Team
    • Grades 4, 5, 6 of Cricket Squad
  • Please note that this is a student-only event.
  • There will be a slideshow, speeches from coaches, certificates, and… ice cream!

Friday, June 8 – Final Prayers in Brenda Robson Hall

  • 8:25 – 9:15am. Final JS Prayers
  • All families invited to attend
  • Please note that Final Prayers is in the Brenda Robson Hall this year. Parents who are able to attend are asked to go directly there instead of the Junior School.

Monday, June 11 – Grade 6 Celebration

Morning and After Gator Care Available
Final day of Rose Reisman lunch available @ HC
Grade Six Celebration at 4:00 pm – 5:30 p.m. in JS Gym
Grade 6 families invited to attend
Grade 6 students to wear #1 Dress to school all day

Tuesday, June 12 – JS Closing Ceremony

  • AM Gator Care available at 7:15 – 8 am
  • NO PM Gator Care available
  • No lunch at school – please ensure that your daughter brings a nourishing snack to sustain her through the morning
  • 11 am – 12:15 pm JS Closing Ceremony in Brenda Robson Hall (Upper School)
    • Student Dress: #1 Concert Dress (long sleeved white blouse; hair pinned back from the face using a small plain hair accessory without colour or embellishment, socks)
    • All families invited to attend
    • Refreshments served at JS following the conclusion of the Closing Ceremony
    • Dismissal is from the Junior School at the conclusion of the ceremony, at approximately 12:15 pm

Athletics – Track & Field Results

Congratulations to…
U10 Track and Field Team for winning their age category with 136.5 points! We will highlight the whole U10, U11, and U12 team and top placements at prayers next Thursday.

An Update on the New Build

We have received additional building permits from the City of Toronto and are looking forward to continuing construction work at the Junior School and the Upper School.

Once the school year ends, we are planning to begin demolition at both sites in order to make space for our exciting new facilities. From now until year end, the Buttcon construction team will be undertaking quiet work in preparation for the next phase of the build. At the Junior School, Buttcon will be working on the former Kindergarten and music spaces, located inside the construction zone. During the summer months, we anticipate the bulk of demolition and foundation work to take place.

We ask that you continue to keep safety in mind when visiting Havergal, by obeying signage and avoiding entering construction zones. We will share another update with you before the start of the new 2018-2019 school year!

Havergal Limitless Campaign Video

I Am Limitless

The Limitless Campaign means creating spaces that inspire learning, timeless
connections and priceless opportunities. Discover how Havergal taught our Old Girls
and students to be fearless in pursuing their passions and exploring limitless
possibilities: https://youtu.be/6pqB4z9gbvo.
To learn how you can support the campaign: click here

BACH Music Summer Camp

There are still a few spots available for girls in Grades 4 -6 to participate in the BACH music camp being held at Havergal this August 20 – 24. Registration forms are available at the JS office, or you can contact Cissy Goodridge at cgoodridge@havergal.on.ca

Reminder – Library Books Due by June 4!

Last Call!

Thank you for returning your library books! Please round up any remaining books you may have and return them as soon as possible as all library books are due Monday. Once books are returned and accounts for the year are cleared, students will be able to borrow books for the summer but only once their accounts are cleared from the school year. Lists have been sent home with students. If you would like a list of outstanding books, please email Erica Rodd at erodd@havergal.on.ca

Grade 6 Father Daughter Dance and Spirit Wear Survey

Father Daughter Dance and Spirit Wear Survey to complete below:
https://goo.gl/forms/Bv36EpoXVRlA9mEK2

Celebration Saturday 2018

Saturday, September 29, 2018

It’s not too early!!
Starting now, we are accepting donations for Cel Sat! Please donate or solicit “Silent Auction Items” for Celebration Saturday’s silent auction this fall. Silent auction items can be dropped throughout the summer at the US Security desk, labelled as “Cel Sat Silent Auction”. Cel Sat takes place on Saturday, September 29 from 9 am – 1 pm. The Entire school participates in this fun filled event and proceeds are donated to our community partners.

This Week at the Junior School

Monday, June 4 (Day 6)

8 – 8:15 am Students Grades 1-6 Outdoor Play
8:25 – 8:50 am Prayers (Rev. Douglas)
11:50 am – 12:20 pm Pizza Lunch!

Tuesday, June 5 (Day 7)

8 – 8:30 am Outdoor Play Grades 1-6
8:30 – 9 am Outdoor Play continues Grades 1-5
8:30 – 9 am Grade 6 Band Rehearsal (Music Room)

Wednesday, June 6 (Day 8)

8 – 8:15 am Students Grades 1-6 Outdoor Play
8:30 – 9 am Closing Ceremony Rehearsal
8:30 – 10:45 am JS Grade Rep Meeting/ Training (Learning Hub)
12 – 1 pm Gr 6 Lunch @ Upper School

Thursday, June 7 (Day 1)

8 – 8:15 am Students Grades 1-6 Outdoor Play
8:25 – 8:50 am Prayers
11:50 am – 12:50 pm Junior Choir year-end party (music room)
2:30 – 3:15 pm JS Spring Athletic Celebration – During Period 6 (JS Gym)

Friday, June 8 (Day 2)

8 – 8:15 am Students Grades 1-6 Outdoor Play
8:25 – 8:50 am Final Prayers @ Upper School BRH
12:45 – 1 pm Grade 1 Ice Cream Party (JS Playground)
2:30 – 3 pm SK Author Party (SK Classroom)

Look Ahead

June 11: Gr.6 Celebration (4 – 5:30 pm @ the Junior School)
June 12: JS Closing Ceremony and Reception (11 am – 12:30 pm @ the BRH)