Dear Junior School Parents,
We have been exploring empathy in prayers over the last month. Girls are being challenged to think of it as a skill, that just like math and literacy requires practice and reflection. Rev. Douglas set the stage several weeks ago, when she invited us to think about the practical ways that we can develop this skill. These are: Looking and listening to others, imagining and connecting to experiences and feelings, and then responding with care.
We encourage you to engage in conversation with your daughter(s) this weekend by asking them the following questions.
We have been exploring empathy in prayers over the last month. Girls are being challenged to think of it as a skill, that just like math and literacy requires practice and reflection. Rev. Douglas set the stage several weeks ago, when she invited us to think about the practical ways that we can develop this skill. These are: Looking and listening to others, imagining and connecting to experiences and feelings, and then responding with care.
We encourage you to engage in conversation with your daughter(s) this weekend by asking them the following questions.
- How did the message delivered in prayers today by Julia and her mother get you to think about what life with autism might feel like, and how it might affect the whole family?
- What experience helped the "Invisible Boy" in yesterday's story feel seen? When was a time that you felt invisible? What made you feel better or worse?
Sincerely,
Kate White
Please Note:
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FOUNDERS' DAY & DAY 9 INFORMATION
Tuesday, April 24
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). It takes place at St. Paul’s Cathedral on Bloor Street, Havergal’s Parish Church. Students are required to wear #1 Dress
CLICK HERE for details and a full schedule of the day.
ATHLETICS
Tuesday, April 24
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). It takes place at St. Paul’s Cathedral on Bloor Street, Havergal’s Parish Church. Students are required to wear #1 Dress
CLICK HERE for details and a full schedule of the day.
ATHLETICS
Please note the following changes to the schedule:
- Cancelled U12 Softball Game @ BH Monday, April 23rd
- New U12 Softball Practice Monday, April 23rd
- New U12 Softball Game @ BH Thursday May 17th
- Track meet at Pan Am York U - revised times: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Next Week's Schedule:
Full Season Athletic Schedule:
CLICK HERE!
MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Sunday, April 29 (11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
We need your help to make this year's JS Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race a huge success! Volunteers are still required to help run some of the activities that are planned for this year’s fun-filled event. The link below provides a description of the activities - the role of the volunteers will be to help provide instructions to the teams that rotate through and reset some of the obstacles or challenges if required. A member of the committee will provide instructions to you prior to the start of the race so it is clear how the activity runs. Come and cheer on your JS Housemates.
Sign-Up Genius Link: volunteer sign-up link
STAFF APPRECIATION DAY
Wednesday, May 2
Sunday, April 29 (11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
We need your help to make this year's JS Father Daughter A Maze-ing Race a huge success! Volunteers are still required to help run some of the activities that are planned for this year’s fun-filled event. The link below provides a description of the activities - the role of the volunteers will be to help provide instructions to the teams that rotate through and reset some of the obstacles or challenges if required. A member of the committee will provide instructions to you prior to the start of the race so it is clear how the activity runs. Come and cheer on your JS Housemates.
Sign-Up Genius Link: volunteer sign-up link
STAFF APPRECIATION DAY
Wednesday, May 2
Thank you to everyone who has signed up to donate food or flowers and who have volunteered to help during the day! Staff Appreciation Day is a very special day for us to show our gratitude to the amazing Junior School faculty and staff for everything they do for our daughters.
FOOD - You can still sign up to bring food at:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0f45aea82ca02-jsstaff1 or by emailing Sarah D’Souza at srdsouza@hotmail.com. Drop off breakfast items by 8:15 am and lunch items by 11:00 am. We have limited access to ovens and refrigerators so please have the items ready to serve if possible.
FLOWERS - Please email Alex Hodgson at alexhodgson@rogers.com if you are able to drop off fresh cut flowers and/or help make and deliver the floral arrangements.
STAFF ROOM HELP - Please email Michelle Lalonde at mlalonde13@gmail.com if you are available to volunteer in the morning to collect and organize food donations during drop off or during the day to set up the staff room for breakfast and lunch.
MOM'S NIGHT OUT - UPTOWN LOFT
Thursday, May 3 (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets are $75 per person (includes two drinks and hors d’oeuvres)
IVY PUB EVENING
Tuesday, May 22 (2:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.)
HCPA VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE 2018-2019
There are many ways for parents to get involved at Havergal. Whether it's becoming a Grade Rep, joining a Special Events team or helping on the Fundraising team, we need your help!
Please consider signing up for one or many positions/teams available.
CLICK HERE for the HCPA Volunteer Form.
FOOD - You can still sign up to bring food at:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0f45aea82ca02-jsstaff1 or by emailing Sarah D’Souza at srdsouza@hotmail.com. Drop off breakfast items by 8:15 am and lunch items by 11:00 am. We have limited access to ovens and refrigerators so please have the items ready to serve if possible.
FLOWERS - Please email Alex Hodgson at alexhodgson@rogers.com if you are able to drop off fresh cut flowers and/or help make and deliver the floral arrangements.
STAFF ROOM HELP - Please email Michelle Lalonde at mlalonde13@gmail.com if you are available to volunteer in the morning to collect and organize food donations during drop off or during the day to set up the staff room for breakfast and lunch.
MOM'S NIGHT OUT - UPTOWN LOFT
Thursday, May 3 (7:00 p.m.)
Chat over wine and hors d’oeuvres while checking out some great vendors selling jewelry, make up, coats and cookware.
Tickets are $75 per person (includes two drinks and hors d’oeuvres)
IVY PUB EVENING
"Ivy Pub Evening", the annual staff appreciation event for the entire school, will be held on Tuesday May 22nd from 2:30 to 5 pm in the Temerty Commons. Every dollar donated goes towards providing delicious food and fun prize draws for our very hardworking and committed 200 + Havergal staff and faculty members. What a great opportunity to say “THANK YOU “ to the people who contribute to our girls’ lives on a daily basis. This event honors everyone who works at Havergal College - the Administration, Teachers, Security, IT, Cleaning Staff, Maintenance and everyone from the kitchen.
For more information CLICK HEREHCPA VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE 2018-2019
There are many ways for parents to get involved at Havergal. Whether it's becoming a Grade Rep, joining a Special Events team or helping on the Fundraising team, we need your help!
Please consider signing up for one or many positions/teams available.
CLICK HERE for the HCPA Volunteer Form.
Thank you for supporting the HCPA!
HCPA OPEN PORTFOLIO POSITIONS
HCPA OPEN PORTFOLIO POSITIONS
Dear Havergal Parents,
Please find in the attached letter the many positions open for the 2018-19 school year on the Havergal College Parent Association (HCPA). We strongly encourage parents to self-nominate or nominate someone you know who would love to join a dynamic and engaging parent leadership team!
Please contact Mekhul Verma (JS) or Ruth Ley (US), 2018/19 HCPA Co-Chairs, for further information at hcpa.committee@gmail.com.
Thank you for your interest in joining the HCPA!
This Week at Havergal Junior School
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Monday, April 23 (Day 2)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m Prayers
Tuesday, April 24 (Day 9)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m Prayers
11:50 a.m.- 12:50 p.m. Chess Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms. Bartlett)
3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. U12 Softball Green Practice (Lower Pitch)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Junior School String Ensemble
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Ukulele Club (JK Classroom)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Drama Club (Upper School BRH)
FOUNDERS DAY 9 - SPECIAL SCHEDULE
8:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Founder’s Day (St.Paul’s)
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. DAY 9 - JK/SK Trip (Art Gallery of Ontario)
11:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DAY 9 - Grades 1-6 Trips leaving from St.Paul’s
3:30 p.m -4:45 p.m. U9 Soccer Skills Squad (Lower Pitch)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Discovery Lab Club (2L Classroom)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Knitting Club (JK Classroom)
8:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Founder’s Day (St.Paul’s)
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. DAY 9 - JK/SK Trip (Art Gallery of Ontario)
11:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DAY 9 - Grades 1-6 Trips leaving from St.Paul’s
3:30 p.m -4:45 p.m. U9 Soccer Skills Squad (Lower Pitch)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Discovery Lab Club (2L Classroom)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Knitting Club (JK Classroom)
Wednesday, April 25 (Day 3)
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. SK Coffee Morning (Learning Hub)
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Gr. 6 Lunch @ Upper School
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms. McGeown)
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. U12 Track & Field Meet (Markham Pan AM Centre)
Classroom Departure 11:00 a.m., Bus departs at 11:15 a.m.
Return to JS @ 4:30 pm
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m. U12 Softball Squad - Lower Pitch
3:45 p.m - 4:30 p.m. Primary Choir Rehearsal
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Top Chef Club (Art Room)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Great Minds Club (6M Classroom)
Thursday, April 26 (Day 4)
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Gr. 6 Lunch @ Upper School
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms. McGeown)
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. U12 Track & Field Meet (Markham Pan AM Centre)
Classroom Departure 11:00 a.m., Bus departs at 11:15 a.m.
Return to JS @ 4:30 pm
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m. U12 Softball Squad - Lower Pitch
3:45 p.m - 4:30 p.m. Primary Choir Rehearsal
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Top Chef Club (Art Room)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Great Minds Club (6M Classroom)
7:15 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. U12 TrackField (Lawrence Park Collegiate)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. Prayers
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms.Szolopiak)
2:30 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. JK Kindergarten Story Share (Learning Hub)
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m. U12 Softball Green - Lower Pitch
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m. U12 Cricket Squad (Upper School Gym)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. SIT Club (3P classroom)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Junior Journalists (Learning Hub)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Zumba (2T Classroom)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. Prayers
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms.Szolopiak)
2:30 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. JK Kindergarten Story Share (Learning Hub)
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m. U12 Softball Green - Lower Pitch
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m. U12 Cricket Squad (Upper School Gym)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. SIT Club (3P classroom)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Junior Journalists (Learning Hub)
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m. Zumba (2T Classroom)
Friday, April 27 (Day 5)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. Prayers -Earth Day prayers
10:40 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. Intramurals - short recess (Mme.Rizzo)
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Steel Pan Band Rehearsal (Music Room)
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Grad-Kindergarten Tea Party (BRH Upper School)
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms. Prosser)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. Prayers -Earth Day prayers
10:40 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. Intramurals - short recess (Mme.Rizzo)
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Steel Pan Band Rehearsal (Music Room)
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Grad-Kindergarten Tea Party (BRH Upper School)
12:20 p.m.- 12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball: Apr 23 - May 18 (Ms. Prosser)
LOOK AHEAD
April 24: DAY 9, Founders’ Day @ St. Paul’s Cathedral (9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.)
April 29: AMAZE-ing Race
May 3: Mom's Night Out
May 11: JK/SK Spring Concert May 15: Grades 1-6 Spring Concert (BRH) (5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.) May 18: JS Grandpals’ Day (10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.) May 21: School Closed: Victoria Day
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