Message from the Head of Junior School: April 26, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

I found myself feeling exceptionally proud to be part of the Havergal community again this week.  Yesterday, students from Grade 1 – 12 celebrated Founders’ Day at St. Paul’s Cathedral.  We had a visit from “Ellen Knox” herself, who read an address she made to graduates almost 125 ago, heard reflections from both a Grade 12 student, and an “Old Girl” from 1964 who shared what being a Havergal Girl means to them, listened to the inspiring words of Principal Helen-Kay Davy about the importance of aspiring to be our best selves,  and were dismissed by a Havergal Old Girl, and her daughter who is currently a student.  Another highlight for all was the spectacular performance of our Junior School choir, who sang beautifully about promise and possibility. Wishing you all a lovely weekend.  We look forward to what will be another fantastic community event next Friday, as we celebrate Havergal, Past, Present, and Future.

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Junior School Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race

The Junior School Father-Daughter A Maze-ing Race is this Sunday, April 28.  It is sure to be a great afternoon of exciting head-to-head challenges, ending in a fun carnival themed finale party where we will crown the winners of the race.  Parking is available in the Upper School lots or at Cohen Field.  Please use the front entrance doors of the Upper School to access Brenda Robson Hall.  Registration begins at 12:30 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall, with the race starting at 1:00 pm.  Detailed information was sent to the parents of registered participants this morning.  We look forward to seeing everyone there!

May 3rd Performance at Roy Thomson Hall

Our 125th-anniversary performance, entitled “Past, Present, Future,”  is coming up soon on Friday, May 3 at Roy Thomson Hall.

Ms. Goodridge, Director of Performing Arts, will be sending out an email early next week to all parents, with all of the need to know information about rehearsals, arrival and dismissal times, etc…

For your planning, please note the following:

  • There are limited tickets still available for the performance.  Visit the event website here to reserve your seats.
  • There is an early dismissal for ALL students
    • 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm – JK – Grade 2
    • 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm – Grade 3 – 6
  • Gator Care is available from 2:15 pm – 6:00 pm.  Please ensure that you register for this day (gatorcare@havergal.on.ca) by Wednesday, May 1, so that we can provide appropriate staffing.

Grandpals’ Day – Save the date!

Grandpals’ Day will take take place on Monday, June 3 from 10:30 am – 11:45 am.  On this special day, grandparents or other senior friends are invited to spend time at the Junior School.  Our students will show their guests their favourite places, as well share their learning.  Be sure to RSVP to this event, so that we can make sure to have enough refreshments for all!

New Circles – Donations are needed!

As part of their leaving gift, the Grade 6s will be collecting donations for long-time community partners  New Circles.  As people start their spring cleaning, please consider making a donation.  There will be a drop-off bin located in front of the Learning Hub starting on Tuesday.  At the moment, New Circles is in particular need of the following items:

  • Men’s dress clothes
  • Lighter weight fabrics, short-sleeved shirts, shorts, capris,
  • Dresses, skirts, cotton sweaters,
  • Lightweight jackets and coats,
  • Sandals,
  • Bathing suits, sun hats, light scarves.

Athletics

Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.
Coach Profiles

Good Luck to the softball team who have their first game this week! Congratulations to our squash athletes Maya Askari and Rachel Dirks for placing in top 7 at Nationals! Also to Suri Li for winning the Boston Regional Fencing championship. 

Schedules:
Softball Team. Game on Thursday.
Track Team.– Meet on Monday
Softball Squad Team
Jump Rope Squad
Multisport Squad
Soccer Squad

Important Links

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

HCPA Blog

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, April 29 (Day 6)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, Greek Orthodox Easter
  • 10:40 – 10:55 am: Gr. 5 & 6 Forest of Reading Voting
  • 11:30 am: Track Students dismissed from class
  • 11:45 am: Track students depart for York University
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Chess Lunch Club
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Team Practice
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Soccer Skills Squad
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.4-6 Steel Pan Drumming & Orff Ensemble
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm:  Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Junior Dance Company

Tuesday, April 30 (Day 7)

  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 9:00 – 11:00 am: Gr.5 Instrument Trial (US)
  • 11:30 – 1:00 pm: New to Gr.7 Luncheon (Students wear their uniform to school, and may change into grub clothes before the lunch)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Multisport
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, May 1 (Day 8)

  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Cookies and Conversation
  • 12:15-12:45 pm: Gr.6 Lunch at the Upper School
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Practice
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Movie Maker (Rm.215)

Thursday, May 2 (Day 1)

  • 7:15 – 8:00 am: Track and Field Team Practice
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Ramadan Prayers
  • 9:00 – 9:30 am: Ramadan Reception
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:00 pm: Softball Team Game
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Jump Rope Squad
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Softball Squad Team
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Mindful Games (Rm.119)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Homemade Gifts (Rm.212)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Drama Improv Club (Drama Studio US)

Friday, May 3 (Special Schedule)

*** HC 125 Celebration Day ***

  • 8:00 am: Gr.4-6 125 performers depart
    • Students in JK – Grade 3 come to school as normal, for a day of academic programming
    • Students in Grade 4 – 6 who are not performing in the evening, but are part of the audience, come to school as normal, and will have a special schedule.
  • 12:30 pm: Gr.4-6 performers return
  • Early Dismissal for all students
    • 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm – JK – Grade 2
    • 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm – Grade 3 – 6
  • 2:15 – 6:00 pm: Gator Care
  • 7:00 – 10:00 pm: 125th Anniversary Celebration Concert

Message from the Head of Junior School: April 18, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

We are wishing you all a wonderful long weekend. Happy Passover and Easter to all those celebrating. We are looking forward to seeing everyone back next week when we will be celebrating Earth Week.

Spring is finally here!  With this, some families may choose to have their daughter walk or bike, to and from school.  If this is the case, please email knielsen@havergal.on.ca to give your permission.  We keep this information on file, as part of our safety protocols. Thank you!

Sincerely,

Kate White

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It’s Earth Week in the Junior School!

Next week the Junior School will be celebrating Earth Week. Each day during the lunch hour, students will be invited to partake in a variety of activities that focus on celebrating and taking care of our planet.  Please visit this Link to check out the daily activities.

Founders’ Day – Thursday, April 25

Founders’ Day, is the day that our community (students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff) joins together to commemorate the laying of the cornerstone for our present building and reflect on the values and traditions that were established at Havergal more than 100 years ago. Founders’ Day was established in 1976 – 50 years to the day of the laying of the foundation stone of the present building (on April 23, 1926).  Founders’ Day takes place at St. Paul’s Cathedral on Bloor Street, Havergal’s Parish Church.

The schedule for the day is as follows:

  • 7:30 a.m. Students in Primary Choir arrive at Junior School
  • 7:45 a.m. Students in Primary Choir depart for St. Paul’s Cathedral
  • 8:00 a.m. Students in Grades 1 – 6 arrive at school for attendance
  • 8:10 a.m. Students load the buses  
  • 8:15 a.m. Buses depart from Junior School
  • 9:00 a.m. Arrival at St. Paul’s
  • 9:30 a.m. Founder’s Day Service Begins
  • 11:30 a.m. Students will be back at HC

Please note:

  • Attendance is mandatory
  • All students must be in their #1 Dress Uniform
  • Grade 1-3 students will depart by bus back to Havergal Junior School after the service.
  • Students in JK and SK do not attend Founders’ Day, and should arrive at school at the regular time.
  • Grades 4-6 students will depart by bus after the service to participate in the Toronto Symphony Orchestra excursion.

A reminder to parents to complete the Founder’s Day Online Waiver  by 8:00am on Tuesday, April 23 in order for your daughter to attend this excursion.

Concert En Français/French-Language Concert

Attention Grade 4, 5 and 6 Parents,

On April 25 students will attend the CONCERT EN FRANÇAIS/FRENCH-LANGUAGE CONCERT at Roy Thomson Hall to hear the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.

Students will be inspired by dance styles from around the world! This high-energy concert features music that will be sure to make you move to the beat! Students will be dancing in their seats as they watch the amazing artistry, expression, and athleticism of dancers live on stage with the TSO.

Please visit the link below to register your daughter’s participation. The link also allows you to consent to the Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk (AAR) form associated with this excursion opportunity.

Link to register: https://events.veracross.com/hc/108-eaarexcursions18-19USJSD

Thank you and we look forward to the symphony concert on April 25 after our annual Founder’s Day Service,

Ms. Read

May 3rd Performance at Roy Thomson Hall

Our 125th anniversary performance is coming up soon on Friday, May 3 at Roy Thomson Hall. If your daughter is performing in this special evening event, please look for an update message from Ms. Goodridge, Director of Performing Arts, later next week. Ms. Goodridge will be sharing more details about activities related to the rehearsals and performance on May 3.

If you wish to purchase additional seats for Past, Present, Future, there are some tickets remaining. Visit the event website here to reserve your seats. We hope you can join us for this celebratory evening event!

Grandpals’ Day – Save the date!

Grandpals’ Day will take take place on Monday, June 3 from 10:30 am – 11:45 am.  On this special day, grandparents or other senior friends are invited to spend time at the Junior School.  Our students will show their guests their favourite places, as well share their learning.  Be sure to RSVP to this event, so that we can make sure to have enough refreshments for all!

New Circles – Donations are needed!

As part of their leaving gift, the Grade 6s will be collecting donations for long-time community partners  New Circles.  As people start their spring cleaning, please consider making a donation.  There will be a drop-off bin located in front of the Learning Hub starting on Tuesday.  At the moment, New Circles is in particular need of the following items:

  • Men’s dress clothes
  • Lighter weight fabrics, short-sleeved shirts, shorts, capris,
  • Dresses, skirts, cotton sweaters,
  • Lightweight jackets and coats,
  • Sandals,
  • Bathing suits, sun hats, light scarves.

Athletics

Congratulations to the Track and Field Team who participated in their first meet last Tuesday. They were jumping, throwing and running their way into setting personal bests. Pictured below is the multi-sport squad who are back at it for another season.

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Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.
Coach Profiles

Schedules:
Softball Team
Track Team.– note: meet date change from May 9th to May 8th
Softball Squad Team
Jump Rope Squad
Multisport Squad
Soccer Squad

Important Links

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

HCPA Blog

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, April 22  

  • Whole School is closed
  • Passover
  • Easter Monday

Tuesday, April 23 (Day 2)

  • 7:15-8:00 am Track Practice
  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Multisport
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, April 24 (Day 3)

  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 12:15-12:45 pm: Gr.6 Lunch at the Upper School
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Practice US Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)
  • 3:45 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Movie Maker (Rm.215)

Thursday, April 25 (Day 4)

  • 9:30-10:30 am: Founder’s Day, St. Paul’s Church
  • All practices cancelled due to Founders Day & 125 rehearsal
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Mindful Games (Rm.119)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Homemade Gifts (Rm.212)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Drama Improv Club (Drama Studio US)

Friday, April 26 (Day 5)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 pm: JS Earth Day Prayers
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.1 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 12:20-12:50 pm: High Jump Practice Gr. 5&6, Invite only.

 

Message from the Head of Junior School: April 12th, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

Today marked a special day in the Junior School as our Kindergarten and Grade 12 students joined together for the “Kindergarten-Grad Tea-Party in the Brenda Robson Hall.”  This lovely event brings our youngest and oldest learners together. at the bookend of their time at Havergal. On another note, we were once again blown away in prayers this morning by our talented Grade 6 students. With a beautiful vocal performance, and a powerful presentation on “Women Worth Knowing,” it was the perfect way to end the week!  Be sure to check out Havergal’s social media pages for coverage of both.

True Colours – Youtube

 Women Worth Knowing

 Havergal Instagram

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Strings Ensemble Final Practice and Performance: Monday, April 15 @ 8:00 a.m.

After a year of hard work and lots of fun, the Havergal Junior School Co-curricular String Ensemble will meet for the last time at 8:00am this Monday, April 15th in the music room, for a short sound check before our performance in Prayers that same morning. We ask that the girls were number 1 dress. We will play 2 pieces, by Dvorak and Grieg, and we are all so looking forward to sharing our music making with you!

Concert En Francais/French-Language Concert

Attention Grade 4, 5 and 6 Parents,

On April 25 students will attend the CONCERT EN FRANÇAIS/FRENCH-LANGUAGE CONCERT at Roy Thomson Hall to hear the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.

Students will be inspired by dance styles from around the world! This high-energy concert features music that will be sure to make you move to the beat! Students will be dancing in their seats as they watch the amazing artistry, expression, and athleticism of dancers live on stage with the TSO.

Please visit the link below to register your daughter’s participation. The link also allows you to consent to the Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk (AAR) form associated with this excursion opportunity.

Link to register https://events.veracross.com/hc/108-eaarexcursions18-19USJSD

Thank you and we look forward to the symphony concert on April 25 after our annual Founder’s Day Service,

Ms. Read

Kneesocks Artwork Submissions – Due April 24th

It’s Kneesocks time again!  Kneesocks is our annual literary publication which celebrates writing in the Junior School. We are looking for art submissions for the covers and subsection title pages. Guidelines for Kneesocks Submissions 

Primary and Junior Parent Math Academy Session 

Kudos to the primary and junior parents who participated in a half-day mathematics learning session, Tuesday April 9 about “Number Structures.”  Together, we learned about the significance of number structure within and across the grades.  While we solved math problems and discussed solutions, we also developed an understanding of the purpose and impact of the mathematics that the girls are learning at the Junior School. As one of the parents reminded us, “At the Junior School, the girls are learning Mathematics, not doing arithmetic.”  Stay tuned for next year’s series of Primary and Junior Parent Math Academy sessions.
– Kathy Kubota-Zarivnij, Coordinator of Mathematics Professional Learning, Innovation and Research

Athletics

Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.

Good Luck to the Track and Field team who will be participating in their first meet on Tuesday.

Coach Profiles

Schedules:

Softball Team
Track Team.
Softball Squad Team
Jump Rope Squad
Multisport Squad
Soccer Squad

Important Links

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

HCPA Blog

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, April 15 (Day 6)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers  (Forgiveness)
  • 9:00 – 3:20 pm: Lice Squad Checks
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Practice US Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-4 Soccer Skills Squad (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club (Rm.215)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Steel Pan Drumming & Orff Ensemble (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 213)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)

Tuesday, April 16 (Day 7)

  • 7:30 am: Track Team departs for Track meet. Return at 3:30 pm
  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Multisport
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, April 17 (Day 8)

  • 8:00 – 9:05 am: BAS Testing
  • 8:30 – 9:00 am: Gr.4-6 Mathematica Contest
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Cookies & Conversation, Topic: The difference between behaving rudely, meanly, and bullying.
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Practice US Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)
  • 3:45 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Movie Maker (Rm.215)

Thursday, April 18 (Day 1)

  • 7:15 – 8:00 am: Track Practice. Meet at Lawrence Park Collegiate
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers 
  • 12:20 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Softball Squad Team Practice (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-6 Jump Rope Squad
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Mindful Games (Rm.119)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Homemade Gifts (Rm.212)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Drama Improv Club (Drama Studio US)

Friday, April 19

  • *** Whole School Closed, Good Friday ***
  • ****Passover Begins******

Message from the Head of Junior School: April 5th, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

This morning in prayers, we spoke about the power of forgiveness.  Like all of the other traits we have spoken about this year, such as respect, kindness, joy, honesty, gratitude and compassion, it is often much easier said than done! I encourage you to speak with your daughter this weekend about what forgiveness is NOT (forgetting, expected to happen right away, keeping score) and what forgiveness IS (a choice, understanding that nobody is perfect, good for our physical and mental health).  We then ended the message with a guided meditation to help us practice how to more easily “forgive and forget.”

Sincerely,

Kate White

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West Humber Collegiate Institute Steel Pan Band Gr. 4 Workshop and Performance

On Wednesday we welcomed West Humber Collegiate Institute Steel Pan Band under the direction of Joe Cullen. WHCI last performed for our Junior School students in the spring of 2012. WHCI is known for offering Canada’s largest Steel Band credit course. WHCI students led our Grade 4 students in a Masterclass Wednesday morning where they taught them to play Lean on Me. Our grade 4 students did a great job and played melody, harmony and bass lines.

In the afternoon, WHCI students performed a variety of pieces for our Junior School students in Grades 1 – 6. Some of the pieces they performed were Imagine by John Lennon, One Love by Bob Marley and Hot! Hot! Hot! with special guest player, Havergal Music Teacher, Ms. Rachel Read. Our Grade 4 students also showcased their learning from their morning Masterclass and performed Lean on Me for the entire Junior School. We look forward to welcoming back WHCI in the future.

Ramadan Prayers

On Thursday, May 2nd, we will be having Ramadan Prayers in the JS.  If your family observes Ramadan, and your daughter is interested in speaking in Prayers, please contact Rev. Douglas at sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca.”

Parent Math Seminar Registration Link

If you are interested in learning more about Number structure as a mathematical concept and doing some math, sign up for a parent math class on April 9. The primary session Gr 1-3 is from 9-11:30 and the Junior session is from 1-3:30.  Space is limited to 20  per class so please just sign up for one session.  We will have a wait list so we may be able to provide another session later in the year.  Come with a pencil, eraser and some paper because you are going to be doing math!

Beyond the Ivy Walls

Our Havergal Junior School students pursue a vast array of activities beyond our walls. Their dedication and accomplishments are impressive, and we want to give students the opportunity to share their efforts with our community. Highlighting and celebrating our girls’ learning beyond our ivy walls not only allows us get to know each other in different ways, it may also serve as inspiration for others.

If your daughter has an accomplishment from beyond the ivy walls that she would like to share, please submit this using the link below.

Beyond the Ivy Walls – Submissions

Kneesocks Artwork Submissions – Due April 2

It’s Kneesocks time again!  Kneesocks is our annual literary publication which celebrates writing in the Junior School. The information below was shared with the girls in Prayers today. We are looking for art submissions for the covers and subsection title pages.

Guidelines:

  • Covers:
    • Kneesocks, 2018-2019, Student name and class
  • Inside sections should include one of the following subtitles:
    • Creative Writing
    • Non-Fiction
    • Visual Communication
    • Poetry
    • French

Illustrations should reflect the contents of the publication or specific section.

Special drawing paper is available in the front office or outside the Art room. There is a box for submissions outside the Art room.  Submissions are due April 24th.

Athletics

Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.

    • Track and Softball teams are underway!
      • Reminder – there is no track practice on Tuesday as a result of Day 9.
    • Squad & squad teams start next week.
      • This will include Multisport starting on Tuesday (a Day 9).

Coach Profiles

Schedules
Softball Team
Track Team.
Softball Squad Team
Jump Rope Squad
Multisport Squad
Soccer Squad

Important Links

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

HCPA Blog

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, April 8 (Day 2)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers  (Forgiveness)
  • 11:50 – 12:50 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Tryout JS Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-4 Soccer Skills Squad (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club (Rm.215)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Steel Pan Drumming & Orff Ensemble (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 123)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)

Tuesday, April 9 (Day 9)

  • 8:30 – 9:00 am: G.4-6 Ensemble members only 125th Rehearsal
  • Day 9 Departures @ 9:00 am
    • JK/SK: Harbourfront Centre, Return to HC at 12:15 pm
    • Grade One: The Toronto Zoo, Return at 3:00 pm
    • Grade Two: Ripley’s Aquarium, Return 2:30 pm
    • Grade Three: The Toronto Botanical Garden, Return 3:15 pm
    • Grade Four: Harbourfront Centre, Return 3:00 pm
    • Grade Five: McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Return 3:00 pm
    • Grade six: Martial Arts @ HC 9:00 – 11:00 am & depart for YPT at 12:00 pm, Return 3:00 pm
  •  3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Multisport
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, April 10 (Day 3)

  • 8:15 – 8:55 am: Gr.4 Writing Celebration
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Teacher’s Choice
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Recycling Rescuers
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Tryout JS Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)
  • 3:45 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Movie Maker (Rm.215)

Thursday, April 11 (Day 4)

  • 7:15 – 8:00 am: Track Practice. Meet at Lawrence Park Collegiate
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers 
  • 12:20 12:50 pm: Gr.1 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:30-4:30 pm: Softball Squad Team
  • 3:30-4:30 pm: Jump Rope Squad
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Mindful Games (Rm.119)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 4-6 Homemade Gifts (Rm.212)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Drama Improv Club (Drama Studio US)

Friday, April 12 (Day 5)

  • 8:30 – 8:50 pm: JS Prayers
  • 12:00 – 1:00 pm: Grad/Kindergarten Tea Party
  • 12:20 – 12:50: Gr.1 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)

Message from the Head of Junior School: March 29th, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

It has been an active first week back from March Break, as we celebrated the Persian New Year in Prayers, joined together as a community for the HCPA Bake Sale, and met with families for Parent-Teacher Interviews.  We are so excited to begin the Spring Term, and look forward to continuing what has already been a fantastic year.

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Pizza Day

Just a reminder – Pizza Day is on Monday, April 1st

Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race -Last day to buy tickets!

TODAY is the LAST DAY  to purchase your Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race tickets!
The A Maze-ing Race will be held on Sunday, April 28th and we would love to see every family in the Junior School attend. Participants are organized by House to compete in head-to-head challenges and includes a festive party to crown the winners of the race.
Students can bring a parent, guardian or another significant adult over the age of 21 to this event. They also have the option of joining other father/daughter pairs if their parents are unavailable.
Purchase your tickets today at http://bit.ly/JSrace2019.
BONUS: the class that sells the most tickets by Friday, March 8 will win a pizza lunch!  Ticket sales up until 11:59 pm tonight will count towards the contest!

Greek Orthodox Easter

On April 29th, girls will be offering a message on Greek Orthodox Easter.  If you and your daughter mark this celebration in your home, and your daughter would like to speak in Prayers, please contact Rev. Douglas by April 5th.  She will be working with your daughter(s) to prepare the message.  You can reach Rev. Douglas at sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca

Ramadan Prayers

On Friday, May 3rd, we will be having Ramadan Prayers in the JS.  If your family observes Ramadan, and your daughter is interested in speaking in Prayers, please contact Rev. Douglas at sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca.”

Parent Math Seminar Registration Link

If you are interested in learning more about Number structure as a mathematical concept and doing some math, sign up for a parent math class on April 9. The primary session Gr 1-3 is from 9-11:30 and the Junior session is from 1-3:30.  Space is limited to 20  per class so please just sign up for one session.  We will have a wait list so we may be able to provide another session later in the year.  Come with a pencil, eraser and some paper because you are going to be doing math!

Athletics

Athletic Schedule for the Spring Athletic Season.

A detailed schedule with games and meets will be released in the April 12th blog when the dates have been confirmed.

    • Softball Team and Track Team start the week of April 1st to May 22nd.  
    • Multi-sport Squad, Soccer squad, Jump Rope Squad & Softball squad team start the week of April 8th and go until the week of May 27th.

HCPA New and Noteworthy

Be sure to check out the HCPA Blog to learn about exciting events like the Bakesale and the Father-Daughter Amaze-ing Race!

Important Links

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

We also 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.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, April 1

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Pizza Lunch
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Tryout JS Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club (Rm.215)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Steel Pan Drumming & Orff Ensemble (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 123)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)

Tuesday, April 2

  • 7:15 – 8:00 am: Track Practice. Meet at Lawrence Park Collegiate
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Haverpals
  • 11:50 – 12:45 pm: Gr.6 Blazer Fitting
  • 12:20 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, April 3

  • 7:55 – 9:00 am: Gr.3-5 Math Caribou Contest
  • 8:20 – 9:00 am: JK – Gr.2 Teacher’s Choice
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Cookies and Conversation (Learning Hub)
  • 1:00 – 2:00 pm: Gr.1-6 Steel Pan Drumming Concert by students from West Humberside Collegiate Institute (Brenda Robson Hall)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Softball Tryout JS Gym/Lower Pitch
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)
  • 3:45 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Movie Maker (Rm.215)

Thursday, April 4

  • 7:15 – 8:00 am: Track Practice. Meet at Lawrence Park Collegiate
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers 
  • 11:50 – 12:45 pm: Gr.6 Blazer Fitting
  • 12:20 12:50 pm: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Mindful Games (Rm.119)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Homemade Gifts (Rm.212)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 5 & 6 Drama Improv Club (Drama Studio US)

Friday, April 5

  • 8:30 – 8:50 pm: JS Prayers
  • 12:20 – 12:50: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)

 

Message from the Head of Junior School: March 8, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

This morning, we celebrated International Women’s Day with a presentation by some of our Grade 6 students.  They shared the story of Theresa Malkiel, who started the first International Women’s Day in 1909.  The focus of this year’s event is on the role of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).  Some of the students spoke about their own ambitions to pursue careers in these fields.  We have no doubt they will go far!

As we head into the two-week March Break, we would like to thank you all for a wonderful term of learning, growth and the community spirit. Please take a moment to read through the information below so that you are up to date when we return after March Break. We wish you all a healthy and happy holiday with family and friends. 

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race

Reminder to purchase your Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race tickets now.
The A Maze-ing Race is held on Sunday April 28th and we would love to see every family in the Junior School attend. Participants are organized by House to compete in head-to-head challenges and includes a festive party to crown the winners of the race.
Students can bring their parents, guardians or other significant adults over the age of 21 to this event. They also have the option of joining other father/daughter pairs if their parents are unavailable.
Purchase your tickets today at http://bit.ly/JSrace2019.
BONUS: the class that sells the most tickets by today, Friday, March 8 will win a pizza lunch!  Ticket sales up until 11:59 pm tonight will count towards the contest!

Junior School Support Community Partners

Be a part of connecting communities: Junior School, Senior School and Art City!

Art City is a local non-profit organization that encourages young people to put their imaginations to work. Using visual art as a vehicle to foster creativity, Havergal students design, facilitate and work with buddies and local professional artists on shared art projects. Art city offers programming free of charge to engage the community’s most vulnerable youth in a safe and non-discriminatory environment located in in St. James Town.

Shanti Mehta, a grade 11 student and co-head of the Art City Community Partnership has stewarded a collaborative project for grade 2 Havergal students and Art city participants to create cards via printmaking. All proceeds will go to Art City to support their year-long programming.

These cards make great thank you notes, or personalized greeting cards. Come out to get yours, they will go fast!

Cards are being sold on March 28th in the Junior School.

Athletics

Spring Athletic Schedule

  • Teams run from the week of April 1st to May 22nd.  
  • Squad & squad teams run from the week of  April 8th to the week of May 27th.

Junior School Bake Sale – Bakers and Volunteers Needed!

When it’s chilly outside, there is nothing more lovely than the smell of cookies and cupcakes baking in the kitchen!  This is our not so subtle segue into the upcoming Havergal Bake Sale on March 28. Right now, we need 2 things from the HC parent community: Baked Goods – lots of Bake Goods – and Volunteers!

HCPA New and Noteworthy

Be sure to check out the HCPA Blog to learn about exciting events like the Bakesale and the Father-Daughter Amaze-ing Race!

Important Links

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

We also 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.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, March 25

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U12 Green Vball (JS Gym)
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 Gold Vball (JS Gym)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 123)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)

Tuesday, March 26

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: Swim Team (pool)
  • 8:00 – 9:00 am: 125th Rehearsal with 4-6 Ensemble Members only
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.1-3 Community Circles
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.4-6 Just Dance
  • 11:50 – 12:30 pm: Gr.5 Kilt Fitting
  • 12:20 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 1&2 Multisport (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 SPLAT! Exciting Artists 

Wednesday, March  27

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U11 Vball (JS Gym)
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.1-3 Just Dance
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Just Dance
  • 11:50 – 12:30 pm: Gr.5 Kilt Fittings
  • 12:15 – 12:45 pm: Gr.6 Lunch at the US
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group)
  • 3:45 – 4:30: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir

Thursday, March 28

  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers 
  • 10:20 – 3:05 pm: HPCA Bake Sale
  • 12:20 – 12:50 p m: Recycling Rescuers
  • 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Gr.4-6 Ensemble Members 125th Rehearsal (BRH)
  • 4:00 – 7:30 pm: P/T Conferences

Friday, March 29

***No Classes***

  • 8:00 – 3:00 pm: P/T Conferences

Message from the Head of Junior School: March 1, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

On Tuesday, Havergal students celebrated Pink Shirt Day as a way to raise awareness about bullying.  We held two separate assemblies, one for students in JK – Grade 3, and one for students in Grades 4 – 6.  We spoke to the girls about how their words and actions can have a lasting impact on those around them, as well as what the difference is between being rude, being mean, and bullying.  We defined these as follows:

  • RUDE: When someone says or does something UNINTENTIONALLY hurtful and they do it once.
  • MEAN: When someone says or does something INTENTIONALLY and they do it once.
  • BULLYING: When someone says or does something INTENTIONALLY hurtful and they KEEP doing it – even when you tell them to stop or show them that you’re upset.

Finally, we also reminded the girls that they are not expected to handle these things all on their own, and to reach out to a parent or other trusted adult when they need help. Please continue to engage your daughter in conversation on this very important issue.

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Pizza Day

Please Note: Monday, March 4th is Pizza Day!

Ash Wednesday – March 6

Next Wednesday is Ash Wednesday.  Interested Junior School girls and faculty are welcome to join Rev. Douglas in Ms. White’s office at 10:40 am for a brief service with imposition of ashes.

If your daughter would like to attend, please email your permission to Rev. Douglas (sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca)

Spring Book Fair with Ella Minnow – March 4 – 8

March 4 – 8, 2019

Students are invited to browse the book fair with their class early next week. Purchases can be made on Thursday and Friday.

To learn more about the book fair:  CLICK HERE

If you have any questions, please contact Erica Rodd at erodd@havergal.on.ca or by phone at 416-483-3843, extension 7544.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on Thursday, March 28 (4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and Friday, March 29 (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)  Please note that there is NO SCHOOL for Junior School students on Friday, March 29th, but that classes continue for students in the Upper School.

Sign-up is through our online booking service (Pick-a-Time)

  • Junior School Sign-Up: Wednesday, March 6 at 6:00 p.m.
  • Upper School Sign-Up: Thursday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m.

Spring Clubs – Registration

Registration for Spring Clubs opens Friday, February 22 at 6:00 pm and closes Tuesday, March 5 at 12:00 pm. Please feel free to log in through your Veracross portal OR visit the following links to register:

JS Co-Curricular Clubs

JS Choir and Chess Clubs

Athletics

Spring Athletics Registration

  • Please note that registration closes on March 5, at noon.

Spring Athletic Schedule

  • Teams run from the week of April 1st to May 22nd.  
  • Squad & squad teams run from the week of  April 8th to the week of May 27th.
  • Please note that Multi-sport and Volleyball Squad will continue to run until March Break. 

Celebrating the Junior School’s Athletic Accomplishments this Winter Season!

  • A huge congratulations to all of our Junior School Athletes and coaches!  It has been a fantastic Winter Season.
  • To read more about what happened – CLICK HERE

Gator Zone

  • To learn more about athletics at Havergal, read “Gator Zone,” our whole school bi-monthly newsletter.

Junior School Bake Sale – Bakers and Volunteers Needed!

When it’s chilly outside, there is nothing more lovely than the smell of cookies and cupcakes baking in the kitchen!  This is our not so subtle segue into the upcoming Havergal Bake Sale on March 28. Right now, we need 2 things from the HC parent community: Baked Goods – lots of Bake Goods – and Volunteers!

Hold the Date- April 9th for Parent Math Class

Primary Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Primary Math on April 9 from 9 am – 11:30 am.  Registration details are coming.
Junior Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Junior Math on April 9 from 1pm-3:30 pm.  Registration details are coming!

HCPA New and Noteworthy

Be sure to check out the HCPA Blog to learn about exciting events like the Bakesale and the Father-Daughter Amaze-ing Race!

Important Links

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

We also 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.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, March 4

 

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers (Compassion)
  • 11:50 – 12:20 am: Pizza Lunch
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Recycling Rescuers
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.4-6 Steel Pan Drumming Club (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 1 & 2 Drama Club (Rm.117)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 213)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club (Rm.215)

Tuesday, March 5

  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: House Meetings
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Gr.1 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 1&2 Multisport (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Tinker Lab (Rm.208)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Photography Club (Rm. 209)

Wednesday, March 6

*** Ash Wednesday ***

  • 7:30 am: Gr.5 depart for Algonquin Trip
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Haverpals
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Cookies and Conversation (Leadership)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group
  • 3:15 pm: Junior Choir 125 Rehearsal in US
  • 3:45 – 4:30: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir
  • 3:45 -4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Explorers Discovery Lab (Rm. 210)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)

Thursday, March 7

#1 Dress

  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers 
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:30-4:30 Volleyball Squad Team practice (Gr. 4’s only)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 World Food Fest (JK Classroom)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Celebrity Chef Kitchen (SK Classroom)

Friday, March 8

***Pyjama Day***

  • 7:45 – 8:15 am: Gr.5-6 Math Contest Prep Club (Rm.215)
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, (Compassion)
  • 4:00 pm: Gr.5 return to Havergal
  • 6:00 pm: Whole School closes for March Break

Message from the Head of Junior School: February 22, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

With only two weeks to go until the March Break, please be sure to read today’s message in its entirety.  This will ensure that you have all of the pertinent information required to be ready for our spring term.  Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the front office, and they will direct you to the appropriate person.

Sincerely,

Kate White

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Pink Shirt Day – Tuesday, February 26

Pink shirt day is a national anti-bullying awareness initiative that takes place on Wed., Feb. 27 — Day 9. Havergal will be recognizing this initiative on Tuesday, Feb. 26th.  Students are invited to wear a pink shirt along with their uniform on this day.

We will be making an announcement in Prayers on Monday to provide some context for the students about what this day is about.  We also invite you to engage your daughter in a dialogue about this initiative as well.  CLICK HERE to learn more.

Day 9 – Wednesday, February 27

Departure Information for students leaving HC (from JS Driveway)

  • 9:00 am: 
    • Grade 4 (Rob Rumball & CNIB)  Return at 2:45pm
  • 9:15 am
    • Grade 1 and 2: (Harbourfront Centre) Return at 2:30 pm
    • Grade 3: (Black Creek Pioneer Village) Return at 2:30 pm

Students participating in programming at HC

  • JK/SK: Morning Programming at HC
    • Departure for YPT at 12:00 pm, return to HC at 2:30 pm
  •  Grade 5 (Harvest Food Bank – “Canstruction”)
  • Grade 6 (House of VR)

SPRING BOOK FAIR with ELLA MINNOW

March 4 – 8, 2019

Why are we hosting a book fair when we can just buy books online or at Indigo?

  • Having a book fair is an opportunity for students to practice taking responsibility for their choices; managing money, and managing expectations.
  • Our library also directly benefits from a Book Fair, as 20% of all sales goes toward new books for the library.

What can you do to support your daughter?

  • During the week of the book fair, your daughter will have an opportunity to browse the fair and make a wish list. The wish list is a tool for your daughter’s decision-making process. When she brings it home, please have a conversation with her to help her make her choices. Please indicate on her wishlist what her choices are, and send the wishlist back to school with her. She will have time to shop with her class on Thursday or Friday.
  • In keeping with the learning opportunities presented by the book fair, we ask that parents do not purchase books from their daughter’s wish lists until after she has had a chance to do so herself.

What if the book fair sells out of my daughter’s chosen books before her scheduled shopping time?

  • Ella Minnow will bring copies of any books that sell out to the school. This usually happens during the week after March Break.

Can I still purchase books myself from the Book Fair?

  • Yes, of course! If your daughter’s wish list is very long, or if you would like to make purchases for a special occasion or as a surprise, the book fair will be open from 9-5 on Thursday and 8-3:30 Friday.
  • Ella Minnow accepts Visa, Mastercard, Debit, cash, or cheque made payable to Ella Minnow books. We can also charge purchases to your daughter’s account.

If you have any questions, please contact Erica Rodd at erodd@havergal.on.ca or by phone at 416-483-3843, extension 7544.

 

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on Thursday, March 28 (4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and Friday, March 29 (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)  Please note that there is NO SCHOOL for Junior School students on Friday, March 29th, but that classes continue for students in the Upper School.

Sign-up is through our online booking service (Pick-a-Time)

  • Junior School Sign-Up: Wednesday, March 6 at 6:00 p.m.
  • Upper School Sign-Up: Thursday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m.

Spring Clubs – Registration

Registration for Spring Clubs opens Friday, February 22 at 6:00 pm and closes Tuesday, March 5 at 12:00 pm. Please feel free to log in through your Veracross portal OR visit the following links to register:

JS Co-Curricular Clubs

JS Choir and Chess Clubs

Athletics

Registration for Spring Athletics:

  • OPENS: Friday, February 22
  • CLOSES: Tuesday, March 5

Athletic Schedule for the SPRING Athletic Season.
Coach Profiles

Click here to register for Spring Athletics. 

GATOR ZONE – Read all about Havergal’s Athletics in it’s bi-monthly newsletter.

Good Luck to the U11, U12 Green & U12 Gold Volleyball teams who will be playing in their championships on Saturday. Also to our Swim team who will be defending their title on Wednesday. Good Luck Girls!

Volleyball Squad Team.pngThe spirited Volleyball Squad Team travelled to BVG to play in their first volleyball game. Great work girls!

Schedules

Junior School Bake Sale – Bakers and Volunteers Needed!

When it’s chilly outside, there is nothing more lovely than the smell of cookies and cupcakes baking in the kitchen!  This is our not so subtle segue into the upcoming Havergal Bake Sale on March 28. Right now, we need 2 things from the HC parent community: Baked Goods – lots of Bake Goods – and Volunteers!

Hold the Date- April 9th for Parent Math Class

Primary Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Primary Math on April 9 from 9 am – 11:30 am.  Registration details are coming.
Junior Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Junior Math on April 9 from 1pm-3:30 pm.  Registration details are coming!

HCPA New and Noteworthy

Be sure to check out the HCPA Blog to learn about exciting events like the Bakesale and the Father-Daughter Amaze-ing Race!

Important Links

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

We also 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.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Saturday, February 23

  • U11 Volleyball Championship at BVG
  • U12 Green Volleyball Championship at Havergal
  • U12 Gold Volleyball Championship at Branksome Hall

Monday, February 25

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.1 Intramurals
  • 10:45 – 11:00 am: Kiwanis Festival Excursion
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Gr.5 & 6 Blue Stocking open class session
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.4-6 Steel Pan Drumming Club (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 1 & 2 Drama Club (Rm.117)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 213)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club (Rm.215)

Tuesday, February 26

*** PINK SHIRT DAY ***

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: Swim Team (pool)
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Community Circles
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.4-6 Focused Assembly
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.2 Intramurals
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Gr.2 Math Discussion Group
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Gr.5 & 6 Blue Stocking open class session
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 1&2 Multisport (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Tinker Lab (Rm.208)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Photography Club (Rm. 209)

Wednesday, February 27

*** DAY 9 ***

  • 7:00 am: Swim Team Departure for Championships (Return to Havergal at 5:00 pm)
  • 9:00 am: Gr.4 departure for Bob Rumball & CNIB (return at 2:45 pm)
  • 9:15 am: Gr.1 & 2 departure for Harbourfront Centre (return at 2:30 pm)
  • 9:15 am: Gr. 3 departure for Black Creek Pioneer Village (return at 2:30 pm)
  • 11:20 – 12:50 pm: Lunch served at Junior School
  • 12:00 pm: JK/SK departure for YPT (return at 2:30 pm)
  • 3:45 -4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Explorers Discovery Lab (Rm. 210)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)

Thursday, February 28

  • 8:00 – 9:00 am: 125th Rehearsal with Gr.4-6 Ensemble members
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers (Black History Prayers)
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.4 Intramurals
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Gr.5 & 6 Blue Stocking open class session
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Vball (US GYM C)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 Green & Gold Vball (US GYM A/B)
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 World Food Fest (JK Classroom)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Celebrity Chef Kitchen (SK Classroom)

Friday, February 29

  • 7:45 – 8:15 am: Gr.5-6 Math Contest Prep Club (Rm.215)
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, (Compassion)
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.6 Intramurals
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.6 Lunch and Learn JS Leadership Meetings (Learning Hub)
  • 3:45 pm: Student/Staff Lane Swim

Message from the Head of Junior School: February 15, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

It’s been another full week in the Junior School!  We were all feeling the love yesterday as members of the Grade 4 class shared their thoughts on the things and people in their life that they love! It was the perfect way to end the week. As we head into the Family Day long weekend, we wish you a wonderful time with loved ones.

Warmly,
Kate White

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Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on Thursday, March 28 (4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and Friday, March 29 (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)  Please note that there is NO SCHOOL for Junior School students on Friday, March 29th, but that classes continue for students in the Upper School.

Sign-up is through our online booking service (Pick-a-Time)

  • Junior School Sign-Up: Wednesday, March 6 at 6:00 p.m.
  • Upper School Sign-Up: Thursday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m.

Kilt and Blazer Fittings for Current Grade 4 and 6 Students

Permission forms will be sent home with students early next week and must be returned to the Junior School Office by March 8, 2019.

  • Grade 4 Kilt fittings – March 26th & 27th, 11:30-12:30
  • Grade 6 Blazer fittings – April 2nd & 4th, 11:30-12:30

Hold the Date- April 9th for Parent Math Class

Primary Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Primary Math on April 9 from 9 am – 11:30 am.  Registration details are coming.
Junior Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Junior Math on April 9 from 1pm-3:30 pm.  Registration details are coming

Spring Clubs – Registration

Registration for Spring Clubs is through Veracross.

  • OPENS: Friday, February 22 at 6:00 pm.
  • CLOSES: Tuesday, March 5 at 12:00 p.m.

Athletics

Good luck to our Volleyball Squad Team who will be playing their first game ever against Bayview Glen on Wednesday. The last swim meet before Championships also happens on Wednesday. Good Luck Girls!

Schedules
U12 Swim Team
U12 Green Volleyball Schedule
U12 Gold Volleyball Schedule
U11 Volleyball Schedule
Volleyball Squad Team

HCPA New and Noteworthy

Be sure to check out the HCPA Blog to learn about exciting events like the Bakesale and the Father-Daughter Amaze-ing Race!

Important Links

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

We also 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.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, February 18

*** Family Day – Whole School Closed ***

Tuesday, February 19

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: Swim Team (pool)
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Haverpals
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.2 Intramurals
  • 12:20 – 12:50 am: Recycling Rescuers
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 1&2 Multisport (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Tinker Lab (Rm.208)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Photography Club (Rm. 209)

Wednesday, February 20

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U11 Vball (JS Gym)
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Community Circles
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.1 Community Walk Excursion
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.3 Intramurals
  • 11:50 – 1:05 pm: 6L writes Caribou Math Contest
  • 12:15-12:45 pm: Gr.6 students have lunch at the US
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.1 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:15 pm: Staff/Student Lane
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm:  Volleyball Squad Team (JS Gym)
  • 3:45 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 -4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Explorers Discovery Lab (Rm. 210)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)

Thursday, February 21 

  • 7:30 am: Departure of the U12 Swim Team to Markham Pan am Center
    • 8:30 – 2:00 pm: Swim Meet
    • 3:00 pm: Return to Havergal
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: JS Prayers (Black History Prayers)
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.4 Intramurals
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Vball (US GYM C)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 Green & Gold Vball (US GYM A/B)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 3 & 4 Multi-sport (JS GYM)
  • 3:20 – 4:00 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club (Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 World Food Fest (JK Classroom)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Celebrity Chef Kitchen (SK Classroom)

Friday, February 22

  • 7:45 – 8:15 am: Gr.5-6 Math Contest Prep Club (Rm.215)
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers, (Women Worth Knowing)
  • 10:40 – 11:00 am: Gr.5 Intramurals
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.6 Lunch and Learn JS Leadership Meetings (Learning Hub)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Intramurals
  • 3:45 pm: Student/Staff Lane Swim

Saturday, February 23

  • U11 Volleyball Championship at BVG
  • U12 Green Volleyball Championship at Havergal
  • U12 Gold Volleyball Championship at Branksome Hall

Message from the Head of Junior School: February 8, 2019

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Dear JS Parents,

What a fun-filled and SPIRITED week we have had indeed! Students, faculty and staff have had so much fun celebrating their houses, and the Havergal community. A huge shout out to our Junior School Hockey Team for playing so well and for winning their game against BSS on Hockey Day!  Finally, thank you to Ms. Watt, the Junior School Prefects, and all of the faculty and staff Spirit Day Committee for making the week such a success. Be sure to check out the pictures of this week on Havergal’s social media pages.

Warmly,
Kate White

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Valentine’s Day – Red, White and Pink Grub Day

Valentine‘s Day is just around the corner.  Should your daughter choose to bring in cards, we ask that there are enough for every member of the class. Please do not bring in any outside food items, gifts or loot bags for the girls. We understand that some Valentine’s Day cards come with a sticker, tattoo or other such item attached, which is acceptable.
The girls are also invited to wear grub on Thursday, February 14.

Hold the Date- April 9th for Parent Math Class

Primary Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Primary Math on April 9 from 9 am – 11:30 am.  Registration details are coming.
Junior Math Class:  Come and learn how to do Junior Math on April 9 from 1pm-3:30 pm.  Registration details are coming

Beyond the Ivy Walls

Our Havergal Junior School students pursue a vast array of activities beyond our walls. Their dedication and accomplishments are impressive, and we want to give students the opportunity to share their efforts with our community. Highlighting and celebrating our girls’ learning beyond our ivy walls not only allows us to get to know each other in different ways, but it also serves as inspiration for others. Accomplishments in any field are welcome: athletics, arts, academics, philanthropy, hobbies and more. Endeavours that represent the Havergal values of integrity, inquiry, compassion and/or courage are also encouraged.

Please feel free to submit your daughter’s accomplishments by using the below link:

https://goo.gl/forms/h392wfV260vHoJLH3

Athletics

We are so proud of our U12 Girls Hockey Team who played BSS during the intermission of Hockey Day. Jane White & Kasia Novic were the Gr. 6 leaders on the team who both blasted up from the defense each scoring a beautiful goal. Well done Gators!

Schedules

U12 Swim Team
U12 Green Volleyball Schedule
U12 Gold Volleyball Schedule
U11 Volleyball Schedule
Volleyball Squad Team

HCPA New and Noteworthy

Be sure to check out the HCPA Blog to learn about exciting events like the Bakesale and the Father-Daughter Amaze-ing Race!

Important Links

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

We also 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.

Important Dates on the Horizon

Monday, February 11

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am U12 Green Vball (JS Gym)
  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers (Does Practice Always Make Perfect? – Kate White)
  • 11:50  – 12:20 pm: Gr.1-6 Chess Lunch Club (Learning Hub)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U12 Gold Vball (JS Gym)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr.4-6 Steel Pan Drumming Club (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr. 1 & 2 Drama Club (Rm.117)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-6 Strings Ensemble (Rm. 213)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr4-6 Junior Dance Company (US Drama Studio)
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.5 Homework Club (Rm.215)

Tuesday, February 12

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: Swim Team (pool)
  • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Haverpals (Valentine Making)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr. 5 and 6 Blue Stocking open class session – Ms. Carson’s classroom
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Lunch & Learn JS Leadership Meetings for Grade 6 students (Learning Hub)
  • 2:45 pm: Class dismissal of U12 Green & U11 Volleyball team
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 1&2 Multisport (JS Gym
  • 3:30 – 4:15 pm: Gr.4-6 Junior Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 Tinker Lab (Rm.208)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Photography Club (Rm. 209)
  • 4:15 pm: U12 Green & U11 Volleyball Game at BVG                                                             (Return to Haveragal at 5:45 pm)

Wednesday, February 13

  • 7:00 – 8:00 am: U11 Vball (JS Gym)
  • 7:55 – 9:00 am: Gr.3-6 Caribou Math Contest
    • 8:25 – 8:55 am: Gr.1-2 Community Circles
  • 11:50 – 12:20 pm: Gr.5 & 6 Cookies and Conversation (Learning Hub) 
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 3:15 pm: Staff/Student Lane
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm:  Volleyball Squad Team (JS Gym)
  • 3:45 – 4:30 pm: Gr.1-3 Primary Choir (Music Room)
  • 3:45 -4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Explorers Discovery Lab (Rm. 210)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.6 Homework Club (Rm.210)

Thursday, February 14 – Wear Pink, White and Red Day! 

  • 8:30 – 8:50 am: JS Prayers (Valentine’s Prayers – Rev. Douglas & Grade 4)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm: Gr.3 & 4 Math Discussion Group (Learning Hub)
  • 12:20 – 12:50 pm:Gr. 5 and 6 Blue Stocking open class session – Ms. Carson’s classroom
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: U11 Vball (US GYM A/B)
  • 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Gr. 3&4 Multi-sport (JS GYM)
  • 3:30 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4 Homework Club(Rm.207)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.1-3 World Food Fest (JK Classroom)
  • 3:45 – 4:45 pm: Gr.4-6 Celebrity Chef Kitchen (SK Classroom)

Friday, February 15

*** No classes ***