Dear JS Parents,
The Junior School hosted its annual Open House yesterday. The hallways were buzzing with prospective families throughout the day, many of whom asked us "Why should we choose to send our daughter to Havergal?" I loved hearing the wide variety of answers that came from this simple question.
"Havergal is a school with many traditions, but it is not a traditional school."
"My daughter feels known here. I know that her teachers truly care about her, and want the very best for her."
"As an old girl, I really value the friendships I established when I came here. My closest friends are still the ones I made when I was at Havergal."
"At Havergal, you don't have to choose to be 'sporty' or 'academic' or 'artsy,' you can explore all of these things."
"My daughter wakes up every day and really wants to go to school. It doesn't get much better than that."
A sincere thank you to our amazing Admissions team, parent volunteers, teachers, Upper School students and our Grade 6 tour guides for helping us to showcase the Junior School so well.
Warmly,
The Junior School hosted its annual Open House yesterday. The hallways were buzzing with prospective families throughout the day, many of whom asked us "Why should we choose to send our daughter to Havergal?" I loved hearing the wide variety of answers that came from this simple question.
"Havergal is a school with many traditions, but it is not a traditional school."
"My daughter feels known here. I know that her teachers truly care about her, and want the very best for her."
"As an old girl, I really value the friendships I established when I came here. My closest friends are still the ones I made when I was at Havergal."
"At Havergal, you don't have to choose to be 'sporty' or 'academic' or 'artsy,' you can explore all of these things."
"My daughter wakes up every day and really wants to go to school. It doesn't get much better than that."
A sincere thank you to our amazing Admissions team, parent volunteers, teachers, Upper School students and our Grade 6 tour guides for helping us to showcase the Junior School so well.
Warmly,
Kate White
Please Note:
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PHOTO RETAKES - PICTURES AVAILABLE ONLINE!
Photo retakes have been posted online.
1.) Click this link www.echophotography.ca
2.) Search by student's name
3.) The password is your daughter's student number
If you have any questions or any difficulty accessing your pictures kindly email Cameron Hubbs at cameron@echophotography.ca
2.) Search by student's name
3.) The password is your daughter's student number
If you have any questions or any difficulty accessing your pictures kindly email Cameron Hubbs at cameron@echophotography.ca
ENRICHING GIRLS' MATH - HELPING YOUR CHILD LOVE AND LEARN MATHEMATICS
It is well reported that parents’ and family members’ attitudes toward learning mathematics has a significant impact on their childs’ attitudes towards mathematics. In fact, students whose parents and family members show an interest in and enthusiasm for mathematics application around the home will be more likely to develop that enthusiasm themselves and persevere to learn and succeed in learning mathematics.
Read more:
CELEBRATING DIWALI
The JS will celebrate Diwali on Monday, October 23, during prayers. Students are invited to wear traditional dress, should they wish as part of the celebration. HC family and friends are, as always, invited to join us.
The JS will celebrate Diwali on Monday, October 23, during prayers. Students are invited to wear traditional dress, should they wish as part of the celebration. HC family and friends are, as always, invited to join us.
PICK-A-TIME: PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
The first Parent/Teacher Conference is scheduled on Thursday, October 26 (1:30 pm-8:00 pm) and Friday, October 27 (8:00 am am-3:00 pm). Booking conferences can take place anytime until Thursday, October 26 at 12:00 pm. Havergal College uses an online appointment booking solution ‘PickATime’ (www.pickatime.com). 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.
Begin the process at: https://pickatime.com/client?ven=11603584&event=313643
If you are having technical difficulty connected to logging in or navigating the site, please contact Information Technology Service Desk at 416-483-3843 ext. 6663.
GATOR CARE - THURSDAY OCTOBER 26
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 (but not make purchases) during the school hours on Wednesday and Thursday. The fair will be open for purchases during Parent/Teacher Conferences on: Thursday Oct. 26 from 1:00-8:00 pm, and Friday Oct. 27 from 8:00 am - 4:00 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 will accept Visa, Master Card, debit, cash or cheque made payable to Ella Minnow Children's Bookstore. Ella Minnow is also able to charge purchases to student accounts. 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.
ASK AN EXPERT - RAISE AWARENESS OF DEMENTIA
The weekly blog this year is going to be alternating between "Ask the Expert" columns and posts about the latest news in dementia research. For "Ask the Expert", they're opening it up so that anyone in the entire Havergal community can send in a question about dementia (via the comments section on the blog) for Dr. Herrmann to answer. If there are any questions you would like to see answered on our blog for "Ask the Expert", please contact Mr. Nichols at gnichols@havergal.on.ca
HALLOWEEN COLOURING CONTEST
GRADE 1 PARENTS' SOCIAL
Save the Date - Thursday, November 16, 2017
HCPA ANNUAL PARENT LUNCHEON
JS FATHER/DAUGHTER AMAZING RACE
Save the Date - Sunday, April 29, 2018!
UPCOMING MEETINGS - ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!
HAVERGAL HOODIES BY LAZYPANTS
Begin the process at: https://pickatime.com/client?ven=11603584&event=313643
If you are having technical difficulty connected to logging in or navigating the site, please contact Information Technology Service Desk at 416-483-3843 ext. 6663.
GATOR CARE - THURSDAY OCTOBER 26
Is there Gator Care offered after early dismissal on Thursday, October 26, during Parent-Teacher Conferences?
YES!! Gator Care will be available in the afternoon of October 26 from 12:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. at a rate of $15 per hour. If you would like to register your daughter for this date, please e-mail gatorcare@havergal.on.ca before 3 PM on Tuesday, October 24.
ELLA MINNOW BOOKS ARE COMING TO HAVERGAL!
HEAD LICE
Pediculosis (head lice) is not a health hazard, but is a frustrating social nuisance.
We know that the presence of head lice is unrelated to cleanliness and is
most common in children between 3 and 12 years of age.
Contrary to popular belief, school is a rare source of transmission of lice, as shown in multiple studies. Transmission is much more common from family members, sleepover guests and playmates who spend large amounts of time with your children. The identification and treatment of head lice is ultimately the parents’ responsibility; however, communication and education about head lice with students and parents is essential for fostering a relationship of trust and respect in dealing with the issue.
Contrary to popular belief, school is a rare source of transmission of lice, as shown in multiple studies. Transmission is much more common from family members, sleepover guests and playmates who spend large amounts of time with your children. The identification and treatment of head lice is ultimately the parents’ responsibility; however, communication and education about head lice with students and parents is essential for fostering a relationship of trust and respect in dealing with the issue.
Please check your childrens’ heads on a regular basis for any evidence of head lice. By informing the school of new cases you allow us an opportunity to remind families to be vigilant in checking their children when we know pediculosis is present in our community.
Websites such as these are great resources for parents:
ASK AN EXPERT - RAISE AWARENESS OF DEMENTIA
In order to raise
awareness of dementia, five high school students from Havergal College are building off their work in 2016 and will continue to
visit residents in a dementia care home on a weekly basis. During their
weekly interactions, the students will engage in conversation and brain-stimulating
activities with the residents, under the supervision of Professor Herrmann and
the staff at the dementia care home. Dr. Herrmann is the Richard Lewar Chair in
Geriatric Psychiatry. The students have just posted
their first dementia blog post for this year: http://dementiaawarenessprogram.blogspot.ca
The weekly blog this year is going to be alternating between "Ask the Expert" columns and posts about the latest news in dementia research. For "Ask the Expert", they're opening it up so that anyone in the entire Havergal community can send in a question about dementia (via the comments section on the blog) for Dr. Herrmann to answer. If there are any questions you would like to see answered on our blog for "Ask the Expert", please contact Mr. Nichols at gnichols@havergal.on.ca
Draw a spooky, happy, smiling or scary face on the pumpkin!
Pick up a copy at the JS front office. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative designs!!
Please submit your entries by Monday, October 30.
HCPA ANNUAL PARENT LUNCHEON
Pick up a copy at the JS front office. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative designs!!
Please submit your entries by Monday, October 30.
HCPA ANNUAL PARENT LUNCHEON
Save the date for this year’s HCPA Annual Parent Luncheon: Friday, November 17, from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm at The Estates of Sunnybrook.
All parents are invited to attend our luncheon. We are excited to announce that this year our guest speaker is Paul Davis, a social networking and internet safety educator, who speaks to parents and students about safety in the digital age. Paul has presented to schools across the country as well as to law enforcement and corporations. In his presentation, Social Networking and Online Safety, Paul will talk about proper use of technology, potential dangers in using social media, cyberbullying, online privacy, and so much more. More information on Paul can be found at www.socialnetworkingsafety.net. This event is a great opportunity for both new and returning parents to meet one another in our community. Seating is done by grade. Mark your calendars now! Parents will receive their invitations via email soon. We hope to see you there!
GRADE 1 PARENTS' SOCIAL
Save the Date - Thursday, November 16, 2017
Tickets on Sale Now!!!
The HCPA Annual Parent Luncheon is on Friday, November 17, from 11:30 am to
2:30 pm at The Estates of Sunnybrook.
Please use this link to register: https://events.veracross.com/hc/55-hcpa-parent-lunch
All
parents are invited to attend our luncheon. We are excited to announce that
this year our guest speaker is Paul Davis, a social networking and internet
safety educator, who speaks to parents and students about safety in the digital
age. Paul has presented to schools across the country as well as to law enforcement
and corporations. In his presentation, Social Networking and Online Safety,
Paul will talk about proper use of technology, potential dangers in using
social media, cyberbullying, online privacy, and so much more. More information
on Paul can be found at www.socialnetworkingsafety.net. This
event is a great opportunity for both new and returning parents to meet one
another in our community. Seating will be by
grade. We hope to see you there!
UPCOMING MEETINGS - ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!
HCPA Meeting - Tuesday, October 17 @ 8:30am in the Back Dining Room,
JS Grade Rep Meeting – Wednesday, October 18 @ 8:30am in the Learning Hub.
Havergal hoodies by Lazy Pants are
going fast! They will be sold during Parent-Teacher Interviews on October 26th
and 27th, as well as at the Havergal Parent Luncheon on November 17th. Parents
and students can try them on, charge them to their student account, and take
their hoodies with them! Hoodies are $105 and come in Adult
sizes only: XXS to XL. Quantities are limited. Contact Mary Dean or Jennifer
Newton with any questions or if you are interested in purchasing a hoodie.
CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARK FOR SALE
The
HCPA will be selling classic peppermint bark (lovingly made by Havergal
parents)! Two sizes available: 100g grab bags for $10 and 500g gift boxes for
$40. Look for advance order forms online in early November. The bark will be
ready for pick up at the school Nov. 20th and 21st - in plenty of time for
holiday gift giving!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Morning & Afternoon Volunteers needed! Junior School Moms & Dads do you have 30 minutes in the morning or 15 minutes in the afternoon to help at drop off or pick up? We need extra hands to open car doors and make sure the JS girls (especially our little SK and JK girls) are getting out from their cars so parents don't have to park in the driveway and get out to open doors for the little ones.
Please click on the link below and sign up for a 30 min morning or 15 min afternoon slot! http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e4aa8a92f4-havergal
Please click on the link below and sign up for a 30 min morning or 15 min afternoon slot! http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e4aa8a92f4-havergal
This Week at Havergal Junior School
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- 8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. JS Prayers (Diwali)
- 11:50 a.m. -12:50 p.m. Chess Club (Learning Hub)
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Drama Club Gr. 1-2 (Grade 1 Classroom)
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Drama Club Gr. 3-4 (Kindergarten Classroom)
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. PR: U11/U12 Soccer (Green)
- 4:00 p.m -5:00 p.m. GAME: U12 D2 Basketball (Gold) - Montcrest School
- Class dismissal: 2:45 pm
- Campus departure: 3:00 pm
- Return departure: 5:15 pm
- Return to campus: 5:30 pm
- 7:50 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. PR: Swim Team Practice
- 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. PR: U12 Green Basketball (JS gym)
- 7:20 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. FUN RUN: U9 Cross Country (Gr.1-3)
- Drop off at 7:15 a.m.
- 7:20 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. PR: U12 Cross Country (Gr.4-6)
- 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Toronto Public Library Excursion (Gr.3)
- 3:30 p.m -4:15 p.m. Junior Choir Rehearsal
- 3:30 p.m -4:30 p.m. Multisport Squad
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Crafty Science Club (Art Room)
- 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. PR: U11 Basketball (Green)
- 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Gr.6 Lunch at the Upper School
- 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. U11/U12 Swim Bishops Cup
- See Athletic Weekly Update for bus times
- 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - U12 Cross Country (Gr.4-6) Champs - Centennial Park
- See Athletic Weekly Update for bus times
- 3:45 p.m -4:30 p.m. Primary Choir Rehearsal
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Video Game Design (6C Classroom)
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. SIT Club (3L Classroom)
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Soccer Squad and U11/U12 Soccer Team Fun Scrimmage
- 3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Basketball Squad
- #1 Dress
- No Prayers
- 6:50 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. Swim Squad
- 7:30 a.m. - 8:10 a.m. Staff/Faculty Breakfast at the Upper School
- 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fall Book Fair Display (Learning Hub)
- Special Parent-Teacher Interview Schedule
- Prayer (Kate White)
- Morning Classes - as usual
- Afternoon Classes - cancelled
- 11:50 a.m. Early Dismissal/ Gator Care open until 6pm
- 12:00 p.m. PT Conference online booking closes
- 1:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Parent- Teacher Conferences
Friday, October 27
- 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Parent- Teacher Conferences
- 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fall Book Fair Display (Learning Hub)
- No Classes
Saturday, October 27
- U12 Gold Basketball Championships
- Coaches will send details to parents
- U12 Green Basketball Championships @ TFS
- Coaches will send details to parents
- U11/U12 Green Soccer Championships @ HCS
- Coaches sent details to parents
LOOK AHEAD
Tuesday, October 31
- JS Halloween Assembly (2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.)
Monday, November 6
- JS Remembrance Day Service (8:30 a.m.- 9 a.m.)
Tuesday, November 7 - School closes for Midterm Break @ 3:30pm Wednesday, November 8 - Monday, November 13 - Midterm Break - NO CLASSES Tuesday, November 14 - Classes resume Monday, November 20 - Friday, December 1st - JS Winter Athletic Tryouts
Tuesday, December 12
- JS Toasty Tuesday (8:30am-9:30am)
Friday, December 15
- JK /SK Christmas Concert (2:00pm-3:00pm)
Tuesday, December 19
- Grade 1-6 Christmas Concert (4:00pm-6:00pm)
Wednesday, December 20
- Carol Service (7:00pm-8:20pm)
Thursday, December 21
- School Closes - Early Dismissal (2:40pm)
Friday, December 22-January 7
- Christmas Break- NO CLASSES |
