Upper School College Blog – Friday, April 29, 2022

On By Havergal Upper School

Dear Parents,

The springtime is always a busy time of year for Havergal, but with many events starting back up after a two year hiatus, it is especially true this spring. One event that our students eagerly signed up for was the COSSOT (Coalition of Single-Sex Schools of Toronto) Relay for Life held at UCC on Thursday. Over 200 Havergal students participated and the event raised more than $185,000 for The Canadian Cancer Society. Our students worked together and had fun while raising funds for a worthy cause. Another eagerly anticipated event is the Havercrest Middle School Social being held at Crescent School this afternoon, where 130 Havergal students are signed up for fun and games while making new friends.

We’re thrilled to see our students joining in on these opportunities and are incredibly thankful for the work that our faculty, staff, and student leaders have put into organizing these initiatives. Please enjoy all of the photos at the bottom of this blog that highlight some of the events that have taken place over the past two weeks. 

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Sincerely,

JJ Patterson, Head of Middle School

Deirdre Timusk, Head of Senior School

Latest News

Upper School Fall Trips

We recognize that students have not been able to participate in school-related trips and experiences over the past two years. With this in mind, we have built a program that is unique for the 2022-2023 school year as we begin to build back the social and relationship experiences that help build a great experience here at Havergal. 

The aim of these trips is to facilitate new friendships and strengthen relationships between students in each grade. In addition, leadership skills will be developed in an age appropriate manner. Please click on this link to learn more.

Graduation Updates – Grad Comments – Advisory Time May 4, 2022

On Wednesday, May 4th during Advisory time with Ms. Johnstone and Ms. Mandala, grads will hear important information regarding the graduation ceremony and their grad comments. Grad comments are read during the Graduation Ceremony in June. Grads are to reflect on their experience at Havergal College and write their comments. It is very important that all grads attend this session next Wednesday at 8:30 am in the Brenda Robson Hall.

Grads must submit their comments by Friday, May 27th via the Google Form. 

Havergal Welcomes a new Executive Director, Advancement

We are pleased to announce that Havergal will welcome Annette Paul as our new Executive Director, Advancement. Ms. Paul will lead the strategic and operational functions of the Advancement Department including philanthropy and alumni relations, in addition to serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Ms. Paul  is an experienced fundraising and development executive with over 22 years of experience in the not for profit and education sectors. She is currently the Director, Advancement at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto’s newest faculty, where she has been working closely with the Dean to meet the faculty’s $75M capital campaign target. While at the University of Toronto, Ms. Paul also co-chaired two university-level committees on stewardship and on equity with senior university leadership. Prior to her role at U of T, Ms. Paul held senior roles in a variety of educational and not for profit sectors including the United Way (Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington), Queen’s University and the Daily Bread Food Bank. Ms. Paul will join Havergal on May 9th , 2022 and parents can expect to meet her over the course of the spring and early fall.

Ramadan – Food Drive

For the month of Ramadan, Muslim communities often act charitably to give to those in need. This special act represents thankfulness to God for helping them complete their month of fasting. Sunday marks the end of Ramadan and Eid will be celebrated on May 2nd. You can wish an “Eid Mubarak” to your friends and colleagues who have fasted during this holy month.

This year, the Muslim Student Affinity group (MSA) has set up boxes around the school for a school food drive. Please contribute with dry or canned goods. The last date to bring food is Wednesday, May 4. 

Report Cards from Semester 2

Please note that the incorrect attendance data on the second semester report cards has been removed from the report cards. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we apologize for the error. Please reach out to Ms. Seonaid Davis if you have any further questions.

Dates on the Horizon

Student Leadership Announcements

  • May 2

AP (Advanced Placement) Exams

  • May 2 – 20

PD Day

  • Friday, May 6 – No School for Students

Middle School Gator Games

  • May 10, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
  • Email from Ms. Di Filippo with details, Registration Link (deadline to register is May 5)

Beatstock

  • May 13

Victoria Day Weekend

  • Monday, May 23 –  No School

House Shout – House Colour Dress Down Day

  • Tuesday, May 24 @ 1 pm, regular classes in the morning.

Connections Prayer (new date)

  • Thursday, May 26

Kilcoo Camp Overnight Excursion

  • Grade 8: May 30 (7:10 am drop off) – June 1 (approx. 1 pm pick up at Havergal)
  • Grade 7: June 1 (7:10 am drop off) – 3 (approx. noon pick up at Havergal)

Celebrate Grade 8

  • Wednesday, June 15, 1:30 – 3:00 pm 

Photos from the Last Few Weeks

Earth Week, Sustainability Prayers with Earth Prize, Thrift Store and Advisign Activity

Sports, Founders’ Day, Music Night and Elections kept us busy!

Arts Week: Bracelet making, Just Dance at lunch, Bob Ross art, and the Dance Show

Arts Week Salon

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