Dear Families,
This week we celebrated Thrive Week. This week-long series of events centred on building a culture of wellbeing through mental health awareness. We heard from Nicole German from the Maddie Project as well as inspirational accounts from Riley W., Maddie C., Hayden B., Avery S., and Emerson S. which captivated our students’ attention and touched their hearts. In addition to the ever popular therapy dogs who graced our campus on Friday, we were able to hear from a social worker based in Thunder Bay working with Indigenous communities. From making music together in song to creating stress balls, students were able to participate in a way that felt right for them.
On behalf of the staff at Havergal we would like to thank the HCPA for providing a wonderful breakfast for the employees to cap off this week. It was truly appreciated by all.
Best regards,
Cissy Goodridge, Head of Middle School
Deirdre Timusk, Head of Senior School
This week’s edition contains updates on the following:
Upper School
- World Cup Dress Down Day
- Report Card Information
- Carol Service – Save the Date
- New Circles – Holiday Angels Gift Cards due Tuesday, December 1
- North York Harvest Food Bank pick up this Saturday, November 26
- Smiles for the Holidays
- Grade 7-9 parents – Math Update Webinar
- Debate Club Parent Evening – slides available
- Digital Wisdom Prayers
Middle School
Senior School
- Grade 9/10 Semi – registration closes on Monday
- Senior School Music Night & Rehearsals
- Grade 11 – Exchange Information Evening
- University Counselling Updates
UPPER SCHOOL
World Cup Dress Down Day
In support of Canada’s participation in the World Cup on Thursday, December 1 we ask all students to dress in support of their favourite team.
Report Cards available Thursday, December 8 at 4pm
Please see this link for more information about how to access your daughter’s report card. 10. US Dec 8 Full Report Card.docx
Save the date! Carol Service: Thursday, December 22 – 7pm – St. Paul’s Church, Bloor Street
Carol Service is back and we are excited to welcome all families to celebrate with us at St Paul’s Church. This community event brings together Old Girls, students, families, and Havergal employees together to celebrate and sing together. New to Havergal? Here is a link to a video, taken in 2013 which can give you an idea of what to expect at this magical event.
Havergal Giving Back: Donations Due Soon
It’s the time of year where our school gives back to the community through two of our long-standing Community Partnerships, please read on to see how families can be involved:
New Circles: Holiday Angels Program, GIFTS DUE: Tues, November 29, 2020.
We really hope to show these families our true Havergal spirit, and practise our value of compassion as we fulfil each family’s holiday wishlist! More information can be found HERE.
North York Harvest Food Bank: Scare Hunger: Pick up Saturday, November 26
Donation bags dropped off by students last week will be picked up by Havergal students on Saturday, November 26th. All donations will go to our Community Partner the North York Harvest Food Bank. The Map route is linked here. Thank you to everyone involved!
Smiles for the Holidays
Your child’s school portrait is available online, and now is the time to order to have them in time for the holidays. Visit echophotography.ca/havergal2022 Your child’s student ID number is your password. Should you have any questions, our school photographer, Cameron Hubbs, is more than happy to help. cameron@echophotography.ca
Grade 7-9 Parent Math Update Webinar – December 12 – 4:30pm
Please join us to learn more about new Math pathways, including two new Extended Math courses, which will be available in 2023-24. This information is helpful for parents whose children are in grades 8-9 this year, as well as for parents in grade 7 looking ahead.
Debate Club Parent Evening – slides available
Thank you to all the parents who attended the Debate Club Parent Night last week. If you missed the meeting, you can access the slide deck here.
Digital Wisdom Prayers
We are excited to be hosting SPOT on Monday November 28th in Prayers…well actually two SPOTS! SPOT is a robot from Boston Dynamics that is used by the Ontario Power Generation to perform tasks that can be unsafe for workers (e.g. air quality at Darlington Nuclear Power Plant). OPG is bringing their Innovation team headed by Kasia Izdebska who will be talking about Women in STEM and a teacher vs student challenge. Prayers will be led by grade 7-8 Digital Wisdom students. They will also be in the Biowall area all morning and then heading over to the JS for the afternoon. Feel free to drop by or reach out to Jeff Adams if you want to bring your class down or ask any questions.
SPOT also has some wicked dance moves!
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Middle School Music Night
The Middle School Music Night will be held on Wednesday December 14 at 4 pm. Please ensure you have ordered your tights for this performance if you plan to wear a kilt! Please avoid booking any appointments during lunch time rehearsals if possible:
Rehearsal Schedule:
Grade 7 Band students:
- Monday, November 28
- Monday December 5
- Wednesday December 14 (Dress rehearsal)
Grade 8 Band students:
- Tuesday, December 6
- Wednesday, December 14 (Dress rehearsal)
Tuba Christmas rehearsals:
- Tuesday, November 29 (12-12:20PM)
- Tuesday, December 13 (12-12:20PM)
SENIOR SCHOOL
Grade 9/10 Semi
Registration now on Veracross – click HERE for the link to register.
Deadline to sign up is Monday, November 28 at 8 am. Guest forms are due by Wednesday, November 30 to Ms. Danto in B10.
Save the Date! Senior School Music Night
The Senior School Music Night will be held on Wednesday December 14 at 7 pm.
Senior Brass rehearsals (immediately after Symphonic Band 8:00 – 8:25 AM)
- Tuesday, December 8th
- Tuesday, December 13th
- Tuesday, December 20th
University Updates
UBC First Round of Admissions Deadline
The deadline to apply to be considered for the first round of admissions to the University of British Columbia is December 1st. December 1st is also the deadline to be considered for scholarships and awards.
Graduates are reminded to keep track of the multiple and various deadlines for all university applications through OUAC, UCAS, CommonApp, Out of Province and International applications. Grads are encouraged to use the track systeming that Guidance showed in seminar to keep track of all username and passwords for their university portal logins as well as important dates and deadlines regarding applications, supplementals, scholarships and residence.
FORUM FOR CHANGE
Grade 11 Exchange Information
Families interested in our Grade 11 Exchange for the 2022-2023 academic year are invited to our information session on Tuesday, November 29, from 6 – 7 pm. More information was sent directly to Grade 11 families. Please note that the Grade 11 Exchange opportunity is new this year, and is intended for this year and this grade only since they missed out on the Grade 10 opportunity last year. Please contact Jenn Russell if you have any questions: jrussell@havergal.on.ca / x6505
HCPA
If you missed your chance to get a HC blazer or tunic ornament at Ivy Market, it’s not too late! Click HERE to place your order and get it before the holidays!
Thank you to everyone for a hugely successful Ivy Market. We wanted to thank all the bakers, countless volunteers, parents, alum and past parents who attended all the events. Your support meant a lot to us and we hope you enjoyed all the shopping, treats and a chance to mingle and reconnect with others. Warm regards, Lisa and Tanuja, HCPA Co-Chairs
DATES ON THE HORIZON
Mon Nov 28
Digital Wisdom Prayers (robots will be in person!)
Tue Nov 29
Grade 11 Exchange Information Evening – Dining Hall: 6 – 7 pm
Thu Dec 1
Carol Service Practice in Prayers
World Cup Dress in support of your favourite team
Fri Dec 2
Grade 9/10 Semi: 7 – 10 pm
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