Friday 27 April 2018

Message from Head of Junior School - April 27, 2018

Dear Junior School Parents,

It appears that spring may finally be here!  I hope you have enjoyed the sunshine over the last few days, and are looking forward to the weekend.

We are excited to see our community come together on Sunday for the "Amaze-ing Race," and look forward to seeing   you there. 

Sincerely,
Kate White

Please Note:                                                                      
ATHLETICS

* Please note the following changes to the schedule:
  • The Meet at Pickering College scheduled for Tuesday, May 1st has been cancelled.
  • In its place, there is a NEW Track meet on Monday, April 30th @ the Pan Am Centre at York University 
JS Athletics - Next Week's Detailed Schedule:

JS Athletics - Full Season Schedule:
STAFF APPRECIATION DAY
Wednesday, May 2
*Please note that we still need contributions of lunch side dishes and gluten free breakfast options
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. 



GRADE 6 HOODIE ORDERS for 2018-2019
Permission Forms Due: Friday May 4
We are delighted to offer a special hooded sweatshirt commemorating your daughter's final year in the Junior School and to celebrate that she is on a path to transition to the Upper School.
If your daughter is currently in Grade 5, please CLICK HERE for the Hoodie Order Form.


GRANDPALS' DAY
Friday, May 18 (10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.)
CLICK HERE TO RSVP by Friday, May 11

IVY PUB EVENING
Tuesday, May 22 (2:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.)

"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 HERE
RAMADAN PRAYERS - LAST CALL!
Friday, May 25
Ramadan Prayers will be on Friday, May 25th this year. If your child wishes to give a message on the meaning of Ramadan and some of its traditions, please send an email to Rev. Douglas by Friday, May 4.

Your child will need to be available to write the message during lunch hour from 11:50-12:50 on Wednesday, May 9th and  Friday, May 11th.

You can reach Rev. Douglas at sdouglasbowman@havergal.on.ca

GRANDCHILDREN'S PARTY
Wednesday, May 30 (3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 23
Click here to RSVP. 

Location: South Quad (Rain or shine!)

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
Thank you for supporting the HCPA!


HCPA OPEN PORTFOLIO POSITIONS
* Nomination Deadline is April 30

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!
CLICK HERE http://bit.ly/HCPA_NominationLetter2018 for nomination letter.

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           
Monday, April 30 (Day 6)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m         Prayers - Community (Rev. Douglas)
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Track and Field Meet @ York University

Departure from Havergal: 11:00 a.m.
Arrival back at Havergal: 4:15 p.m.
11:50 a.m.-  12:50 p.m.    Chess Club (Learning Hub)
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.    Grade 6 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.    Intramurals - Handball
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 (Music Room)
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)


Tuesday, May 1 (Day 7)
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.      *Optional* Grade 5 CNML Contest (in 6C Classroom)
8:50 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.       Grade 5Y and 5L students to Upper School BRH for Instrument Trials
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.     Grade 5 Instrument Trials
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.     New to Grade 7 Luncheon - for Grade 6 students
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Grade 5 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
3:30 p.m - 4:15 p.m.        Junior Choir Rehearsal CANCELLED
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, May 2 (Day 8)
TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY!
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.       Teacher’s Choice
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.       Caribou Math Contest
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Grade 2 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball
3:30 p.m - 4:30 p.m.        U12 Softball Green (Branksome Hall)
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, May 3(Day 1)
 7:15 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.         U12 Track & Field (Lawrence Park Collegiate)
7:30 a.m. - 8:10 a.m          Staff/Faculty Breakfast
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.         House Shout Cheer - Prefects
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.     Grade 3 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.     Intramurals - Handball
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)
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.         JS & US Mom’s Night Out  (Uptown Loft)

Friday, May 4(Day 2)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.   Prayers (Rev. Douglas)
10:40 a.m. -  10:55 a.m. Intramural
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Steel Pan Band Rehearsal (Music Room) CANCELLED
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m. Grade 4 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m. Intramurals - Handball


LOOK AHEAD
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
June 1: Gator Day