Many of you have noticed a new face in the JS hallways and patrolling the HC property this week. Please welcome Mr. Parm (pictured below), to our community. Look for him and other members of the HC Security team on site until the end of the school year during school hours at the Junior School. As a direct result of a recent security audit, and under the direction of Rob Stepien, HC Director of Security, we are delighted to have them here both inside our building, and outside on our campus daily as we go into the most active time of the school year.
Warmly,
Leslie Anne Dexter
HEALTH WEEK - May 2-6
Next week, the JS joins the US to celebrate Health Week! The week's main focus will be on the importance of maintaining positive physical, mental and emotional health. Your daughter will engage in a myriad of activities conducive to all-round positive health. All the senses will be considered, such as soothing music in the corridors at drop-off/pick-up and during recess, fresh air during brisk ravine walks, and our first-ever 'graffiti wall' where students will share positive messages to motivate and inspire!
NEW GRADE SEVEN LUNCH
Both of the Grade Six classes will be attending the New Grade Seven Lunch in the Brenda Robson Hall on Tuesday, May 3. The girls will meet the incoming Grade Seven students, eat lunch in their Houses, play games and be entertained by the 2016-17 House Captains. Principal Helen-Kay Davy will welcome all of the students officially to the Middle School. Following the lunch, the girls will be given a tour of the Upper School with a member of the Senior Welcome Committee. This is always a fun event as the girls begin to get excited about their transition to the Upper School.
A MESSAGE TO PARENTS OF GRADES 4, 5, AND 6 FROM MS. BARTLETT
Just a quick reminder that there is a dance rehearsal for all girls in grades 4, 5 and 6 on Tuesday, May 3 from 8:20-9:00 am to practice for their presentation at Prayers on Monday, May 9. Parents are encouraged to come watch!
CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS
Mark the following dates on your calendar and join your daughter(s) at the following celebrations:
- Kindergarten Arts Afternoon on Friday, May 6 at 2:00 pm - showcasing the Junior and Senior Kindergarten classes' study and appreciation of the 'Four Seasons' through song, dance, art and word.
- Primary Arts Night - Grades 1-3 on Tuesday, May 10 at 6:30-7:30 pm - highlighting French Canadian music through song, a hallway gallery of artwork and written work from across the grades, and integrated dance projects.
- Junior Arts Night - Grades 4-6 on Thursday, May 12 at 6:15-8:30 pm - showcasing the ways that dance, literary arts, media arts, music and visual arts are integrated across the curriculum. Travel from venue to venue to enjoy the artwork that fills the hallways, to listen to music and poetry, watch animations, French plays, dances and more!
JS GRANDPALS' DAY
Please note that Grandpals' Day has been moved to Friday, May 13
Mark your calendars and invite your special grand-friends to join us at the Junior School. Please note the following:
- Reception starting at 9:30 am in the JS Learning Hub (this is optional)
- Assembly at 11:00 am in the JS gymnasium
- Classroom visits to follow
GRANDCHILDREN'S PARTY - WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 AT 3:30-5:30 PM
All Old Girls and current parents are welcome to join us to celebrate more than 100 years of tradition! The Havergal Grandchildren's Party was started in 1910 by first Principal Ellen Knox for Old Girls and their descendants. The event is an opportunity for all Old Girls, parents, their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren (girls and boys) to visit the school for an afternoon of exciting games, music, pony rides, critters, treats and more. This event takes place rain or shine. We hope to see you here! For more information and to RSVP, please visit: www.havergal.on.ca/grandchildrensparty
CO-CURRICULAR CLUBS - SPRING SESSION DATES
Parents- please note the date changes for the Squad Team Basketball & Squad Team Softball as they have been amended and differ from what is indicated on the verification slip given to your daughter.
All Old Girls and current parents are welcome to join us to celebrate more than 100 years of tradition! The Havergal Grandchildren's Party was started in 1910 by first Principal Ellen Knox for Old Girls and their descendants. The event is an opportunity for all Old Girls, parents, their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren (girls and boys) to visit the school for an afternoon of exciting games, music, pony rides, critters, treats and more. This event takes place rain or shine. We hope to see you here! For more information and to RSVP, please visit: www.havergal.on.ca/grandchildrensparty
CO-CURRICULAR CLUBS - SPRING SESSION DATES
Parents- please note the date changes for the Squad Team Basketball & Squad Team Softball as they have been amended and differ from what is indicated on the verification slip given to your daughter.
Mondays:
ABT Ballet: April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 30 @ times advised by Ms. Wade
Chess Lunch Club: April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 30 @ 11:50-12:50 pm
Squad Basketball Team: April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 30, June 6 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Tuesdays:
Junior Choir: Dates advised by Mr. MacLean @ 3:30-4:15 pm
Mindful Moments Club: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
SIT/Primary: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Yoga: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Word Games Club: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Mindful Moments Club: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
SIT/Primary: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Yoga: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Word Games Club: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Wednesdays:
Junior Choir: Dates advised by Mr. MacLean @ 3:45-4:15 pm
SIT/Junior: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Team Softball: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Watercolour Wednesdays Art Club: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
SIT/Junior: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Team Softball: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Watercolour Wednesdays Art Club: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Thursdays:
Gator Gardening Club: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Science Design Club: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Karate: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Team Softball: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Science Design Club: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Karate: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Squad Team Softball: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Monday, May 2: JS Pizza Lunch
Monday, May 2 - Friday, May 6: Health Week
Thursday, May 5: JS Staff Appreciation Day
Friday, May 6: Kindergarten Arts Afternoon @ 2:00 pm in the JS Gymnasium
Tuesday, May 10: Primary Arts Night @ 6:30 pm in the JS Gymnasium
Wednesday, May 11: JS Grade Rep Meeting @ 8:30 am
Thursday, May 12: Junior Arts Night @ 6:15 pm in the JS
Friday, May 13: JS Grandpals' Day (see above)
Tuesday, May 17: House Shout at 2:00 pm on Ratcliffe Field
Monday, May 23: Victoria Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
Monday, May 2 - Friday, May 6: Health Week
Thursday, May 5: JS Staff Appreciation Day
Friday, May 6: Kindergarten Arts Afternoon @ 2:00 pm in the JS Gymnasium
Tuesday, May 10: Primary Arts Night @ 6:30 pm in the JS Gymnasium
Wednesday, May 11: JS Grade Rep Meeting @ 8:30 am
Thursday, May 12: Junior Arts Night @ 6:15 pm in the JS
Friday, May 13: JS Grandpals' Day (see above)
Tuesday, May 17: House Shout at 2:00 pm on Ratcliffe Field
Monday, May 23: Victoria Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
