Dear Parents,
This morning in Prayers we reflected on our Open House which we hosted in the Junior School yesterday morning. We welcomed prospective families to our campus who came to see our building, our classrooms, our teachers and to find out who we are. We were more than ready for them! As you walk down our corridors you will be astounded by student artwork, photographs and written work on every wall, in all grade levels. It was our student ambassadors who stole the show though! Our Grade 6 Ambassadors were amazing tour guides, they practiced diligently beforehand, and represented the Junior School with confidence and maturity as they dealt with both routine and difficult questions. I am so very proud of all of them!
Warmly,
Leslie Anne Dexter
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
October conference time to meet with your daughter's teachers is scheduled for Thursday, October 27 between 4:00-8:00 pm, and Friday, October 28 between 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. The scheduling site, Pick-A-Time is now open, and will close on Wednesday, October 26 at 12:00 pm. Gator care is available on the Thursday evening until 6:00 pm, and there is no school or child care available on the Friday.
A MESSAGE FROM LIBRARIAN - ERICA RODD
Ella Minnow Books is coming to Havergal!
During Parent-Teachers Conferences, the Learning Hub is excited to host an Ella Minnow Book Fair. Ella Minnow specializes in books to delight children from birth to teen, and they will be bringing an excellent array of high quality children's literature to choose from, and just in time for the holidays! Students have the opportunity to browse and create wish lists (not make purchases) during the school hours on Wednesday and Thursday. The fair will be officially (and only) open for purchases during Parent/Teacher Conferences on: Thursday (Oct. 27) from 3:00-8:00 pm, and Friday (Oct. 28) from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please do not send your child with money to spend at the fair as they will not be able to make purchases during school hours. Ella Minnow is able to charge purchases to student accounts. They also accept: Visa, Master Card, debit, cash or cheque made payable to Ella Minnow Children's Bookstore. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at erodd@havergal.on.ca or by phone at 416-483-3843, extension 7544.
HALLOWEEN IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL
JS students will celebrate Halloween on Monday, October 31. Students should come to school in grub (non-uniform) clothing during the day, and bring their costumes to change into after lunch. This year, our Halloween Committee has worked hard to make sure that the girls have a spooktacular time. Each class will participate in door decorating, a dance party, Halloween crafts, a costume contest, and even attend an assembly. We ask that you do not send in any candies or sweets, as the school has arranged for all students to have a tasty treat.
ATHLETICS:
Online sign up: October 31 - November 28, 2016
Tryouts: November 28 - December 9, 2016
Season: November 16, 2016 - February 25, 2017
DATES YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Wednesday, October 26: Parent/Teacher Conferences online booking closes at 12:00 pm
Wednesday, October 26: Cross Country Championships
Wednesday, October 26: Swim Championships
Thursday, October 27: Parent/Teacher Conferences @ 4:00-8:00 pm, Gator Care available until 6:00 pm
Friday, October 28: Parent/Teacher Conferences @ 8:00-3:00 pm - NO SCHOOL
Monday, October 31: Halloween Assembly @ 2:30 pm (see above)
Wednesday, November 2: Havergal Fun Swim Meet @ 3:00 pm
Monday, November 7: JS Remembrance Day Service @ 9:30 am
Monday, November 7: JS Pizza Lunch @ 11:50 am
Tuesday, November 8: School closes @ 3:30 pm, mid-term break begins, Gator Care available until 6:00 pm
Wednesday, November 9 - Monday, November 14 - Mid-Term Break, NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, November 15: Back to school!
