Message from Head of Junior School - May 11, 2018

Dear Junior School Parents,

Today, our JK and SK students welcomed the onset of Spring, which seems to have finally arrived, with a concert filled with songs and poetry. We are also very much looking forward to the performances of the girls in Grades 1 - 6 on Tuesday. In addition, we are excited to welcome all of our Grandpals to the Junior School on Friday. We will also be celebrating the arts during lunch recess.  Please CLICK HERE to learn more about the exciting activities we have planned.  It is going to be a wonderful week!

This week both the Upper and Junior School participated in Mental Health Awareness Week.  To learn more about what this looked like in the Junior School, CLICK HERE.

Sincerely,

Kate White

Please Note:

ATHLETICS

Beyond the Ivy Walls

Please continue sending in your daughter's accomplishments beyond the ivy walls of Havergal! 3 or 4 sentences with a picture to Sarah - sszolopiak@havergal.on.ca

Next Week JS Athletic Detailed Schedule:
CLICK HERE!

JS Athletic Full Season Schedule:
CLICK HERE!

GRADES 1-6 SPRING CONCERT
Tuesday, May 15 (5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

A reminder that students will have a supervised recess and a snack between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday before the concert, and that while there are no formal tickets for the performance, only two guests are permitted per family.  

Please  CLICK HERE for information on what the girls are to wear, as well as to learn more about our new photography practice during concerts.

GRANDPALS' DAY

Friday, May 18 (10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.)
RSVP by Monday, May 14
Grandparents (or other senior friends) are invited to the Junior School for morning refreshments and a tour with their granddaughters.  
CLICK HERE!  to RSVP

Event schedule:

• 10:00 am - Grandparents will begin to arrive.
• 10:00 am to 11:30 am - Students will show their grandparents around the school, enjoy refreshments and a slide show powerpoint loop in the gym. They can also visit a photo booth located in the library or in the gym for a fun picture.
• 10:30 am - We will invite everyone to come to the gym for a snack and enjoy the event

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
ADMISSIONS TEAM NEEDS YOUR HELP
Admissions needs volunteers to help with Havergal’s Welcome Family Program. This initiative helps welcome our new families to the Junior School. Welcome Families will be asked to connect with one of our new families via email or phone to help make them feel a part of our community before they start in September. Families may have questions that only a parent can answer and it is so nice for them to make a connection with someone  who already has the ins and outs of life at the Junior School. To learn more about becoming a Welcome Family please click the link below.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS


GRADE REP 2018-2019 POSITIONS
If you'd like to be a Grade Rep for next year, please follow this link:
CLICK HERE!


DESSERTS NEEDED! 

TEACHER AND STAFF APPRECIATION

Tuesday, May 22

Parents, please help us thank our teachers and staff! 

The purpose of our Teacher and Staff Appreciation day on May 22 is to express thanks from the parent community to our fantastic Havergal Faculty and Staff who keep our school operating and our daughters thriving. If you cannot volunteer that day, please consider donating a dessert by clicking the link below OR please consider making a cash donation. All proceeds help provide a fantastic CATERED LUNCH for our star guests. All donations can be dropped off at the security desk envelope marked “Teacher Appreciation” . 

CLICK HERE!

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!)

GATOR DAY

Friday, June 1st (1:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
Junior School students will compete in Houses at Gator Day on the afternoon of Friday, June 1.  The Grade 5 girls are ready to lead their fellow Junior School House members in fun mini-games. The afternoon will include our 10 House teams playing against each other in a variety of games. It is a spirited day where girls dress in their House colours and play the afternoon away.
Please join us for the fun on Ratcliffe Field, beginning at 1:15 pm!

GRADE 6 CROSSING THE BRIDGE LUNCH

Friday, June 1st (11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.)

Grade 6 students will enjoy their lunch in a picnic style set-up on the Havergal bridge to signify their transition to the Upper School.

A delicious lunch will be provided by the school.  This is a student-only event.

This Week at Havergal Junior School

Monday, May 14 (Day 8)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m   Prayers  (Arts Prayers)
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.  Grades 4-6 Author Visit: Mariko Tamaki (Learning Hub)
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Grade 2 Math Discussions Club (2L Classroom)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. U12 Softball Green Game @ Country Day School
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)

Tuesday, May 15 (Day 1)
7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.  U12 Track & Field (Lawrence Park Collegiate)
11:50 a.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Chess Club (Learning Hub) - Make-up day
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Grade 3 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
3:30 p.m - 4:15 p.m.   Junior Choir Rehearsal CANCELLED DUE TO CONCERT
3:30 p.m -4:45 p.m.  U9 Soccer Skills Squad CANCELLED DUE TO CONCERT
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m.  Discovery Lab Club (2L Classroom) CANCELLED DUE TO CONCERT
3:45 p.m -4:45 p.m.   Knitting Club (JK Classroom) CANCELLED DUE TO CONCERT
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Student will go outside for recess, then return to their classes for a snack before heading over to the Upper School
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Grades 1-6 Spring Concert @ Upper School BRH

Wednesday, May 16 (Day 2)

8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.  Grades 5 & 6 Forest of Reading Festival of Trees (Harbourfront)
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.   JS Grade Rep Meeting (Learning Hub)
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Grade 4 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals 
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m.   U12 Softball  Squad - Lower Pitch
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  17 (Day 3)
7:15 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.  U12 Track & Field (Lawrence Park Collegiate)
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.  House Shout Practice Practice - No prayers
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
3:30 p.m - 4:30 p.m.   U12 Softball Game @ Branksome Hall
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, May 18 (Day 4)

10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.  Grandpal’s Day
10:40 a.m. -  10:55 a.m.  Intramurals
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Steel Pan Band Rehearsal (Music Room)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals

LOOK AHEAD May 21: School Closed: Victoria Day May 22: House Shout (1:45 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.) June 1: Gator Day and Crossing the Bridge Lunch Gr.6 June 6: JS Gator Day - Rain Day June 11: Gr.6 Celebration (4:00 pm - 5:30 pm) June 12: JS Closing Rehearsal (8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.) & JS Closing Ceremony & Reception (11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m.)

Message from Head of Junior School - May 4, 2018

Dear Junior School Parents,

What a truly A Maze-ing Race it was!  Thank you to all of those that organized and volunteered at this amazing community event. Congratulations to all of the teams for working together so well, and for showing your HC spirit.  All girls that have an A Maze-ing Race t-shirt, are invited to wear it during Phys- Ed Class for the remainder of the year.  

I would also like to extend another note of thanks on behalf of the entire JS Faculty and Staff for your incredible generosity on Teacher Appreciation Day.  We were spoiled all day with beautiful flowers and unending delicious treats.  We truly appreciated being appreciated!

Sincerely,

Kate White

Please Note:

MONDAY, MAY 7th IS PIZZA DAY!

ATHLETICS

We are pleased to announce we have won our first U12 Softball game 11 - 5 against Branksome Hall and that we have had two very successful track and field meets! 

Go Gators!

Next week we will have a professional sports photographer attending practices to capture the girls in action. Please refer to the full season schedule below to see when she will be at your daughter's practice and please remind your daughter to be in her Havergal athletic wear and her hair pulled back.

Next Week's JS Athletic Schedule in Detail:

CLICK HERE! 

Full Season JS Athletic Schedule:

CLICK HERE!

HAVERGAL JS STUDENTS WIN FIRST PLACE OVERALL AT JUNIOR SCIENCE OLYMPICS!
On Saturday, April 28th, 3 students from each of grade 4,5 and 6 represented Havergal College at the Junior Science Olympics at Crescent School.  The girls participated in a variety of events such as electric circuits, mirror and laser mazes, tin foil boat building and many other challenges.  Our grade 5 students placed 4th in their division, the grade 6 students placed 2nd and the grade 4 students placed 1st.  Overall, Havergal students finished the day in 1st place and brought home the cup!  Congratulations to Jana, Tessa, Claudia, Kasia, Emilia, Mae, Carina, Aryana and Ella for doing such a fine job representing the Junior School and for their outstanding performance in the Science Olympics!  Congratulations are also due to all the wonderful hands-on opportunities our teachers provide the girls during their lessons.  You just never know when the girls will draw upon them to problem solve. 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
ADMISSIONS TEAM NEEDS YOUR HELP
Admissions needs volunteers to help with Havergal’s Welcome Family Program. This initiative helps welcome our new families to the Junior School. Welcome Families will be asked to connect with one of our new families via email or phone to help make them feel a part of our community before they start in September. Families may have questions that only a parent can answer and it is so nice for them to make a connection with someone  who already has the ins and outs of life at the Junior School. To learn more about becoming a Welcome Family please click the link below.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS



HCPA OPEN PORTFOLIO POSITIONS
DEADLINE MAY 11th

Upper School Mother Daughter Breakfast Vice Chair: 
CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

Junior School Mother Daughter Breakfast Vice Chair: 
CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

Parent Luncheon Vice Chair: 
CLICK HERE TO APPLY!



GRADE REP 2018-2019 POSITIONS
If you'd like to be a Grade Rep for next year, please follow this link:
CLICK HERE!


DESSERTS NEEDED! 
TEACHER AND STAFF APPRECIATION
Tuesday, May 22
Parents, please help us thank our teachers and staff! 
The purpose of our Teacher and Staff Appreciation day on May 22 is to express thanks from the parent community to our fantastic Havergal Faculty and Staff who keep our school operating and our daughters thriving. If you cannot volunteer that day, please consider donating a dessert by clicking the link below OR please consider making a cash donation. All proceeds help provide a fantastic CATERED LUNCH for our star guests. All donations can be dropped off at the security desk envelope marked “Teacher Appreciation” . 
CLICK HERE!


JK/SK SPRING CONCERT

Friday, May 11 (2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
Tickets are not required

GRANDPALS' DAY

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

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!)

This Week at Havergal Junior School

Monday, May 7 (Day 3)
Mental Health Awareness Week
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m   Prayers -Mental Health Awareness
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.  Pizza Lunch!
11:50 a.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Chess Club (Learning Hub) - Moved to Tuesday this week
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. U12 Softball Green Practice and Photographer Present (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)

Tuesday, May 8 (Day 4)
11:50 a.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Chess Club (Learning Hub) 
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. U12 Track and Field Meet (Pickering College)
      Dismissal: 11:15 am
      Departure: 11:30 am
      Return Time: 4:45 pm
2:30 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. SK Kindergarten Story Share (Learning Hub)
3:30 p.m - 4:15 p.m.   Junior Choir Rehearsal
3:30 p.m -4:45 p.m.  U9 Soccer Skills Squad (JS Gym)
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 9 (Day 5)

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.    Grades 1-6 Concert Rehearsal
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m.   U12 Softball  Squad, Photographer Present - 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  10 (Day 6)
7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.  U12 Track & Field (Lawrence Park Collegiate) Photographer Present
8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.  Prayers - Growth mindset (Rev. Douglas)
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Grade 6 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. U12 Softball Green: Double Header (Bishop Strachan School)
      Dismissal: 2:00 pm
      Departure: 2:15 pm
      Return Time: 5:15 pm
3:30 p.m - 4:45 p.m.   U12 Cricket Squad (Upper School Gym) Photographer Present
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, May 11 (Day 7)

8:25 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.   Prayers - Mental Health Week follow-up: Assembly for Gr5-6 TBC
10:40 a.m. -  10:55 a.m.  Intramurals
11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Steel Pan Band Rehearsal (Music Room)
12:10 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.  Grade 5 Math Discussions Club (Learning Hub)
12:20 p.m.-  12:50 p.m.   Intramurals
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.  JK/SK Spring Concert (JS Gym)

LOOK AHEAD 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

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:

CLICK HERE

JS Athletics - Full Season Schedule:

CLICK HERE

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