Friday, March 8, 2024

On By Havergal Upper School

UPPER SCHOOL

New Security Cameras in the Green & Gold

In October, 2023, our Facilities team began Phase 1 of the upgrade of our security systems. Upgrades included installation of new security cameras in the corridors and dining hall for both the Upper School and the Junior School.

From March 11, new security cameras will be installed in the Green and Gold Shop in the Upper School. Dressing rooms in the Green and Gold Shop will not be monitored.

These cameras will assist the security team in protecting stakeholders, property and information in a more efficient future-forward manner.

Spring Athletic Tryouts – March 26 – April 9

Spring Athletics tryout will start as soon as we return from the March Break. Students and parents should consult the Veracross Calendar or the US Athletics 2023-2024 Schedule (tab: Spring 2024) for exact days, times and locations. If a tryout is located off-site (ex. The Hangar or Mayfair) there will be bus transportation provided by the school. 

There is no email sent to families about tryout dates or times – they must look at the schedule and show up accordingly. 

There are always conflicts with tryouts if a person is trying out for more than one team. As long as athletes can attend two tryouts for each sport, this is fine. Coaches are aware of the conflicts. 

Athletes should email coaches when they are going to be away from a tryout. If students are absent from tryouts and there has been no communication with the coach, we assume the athlete is no longer interested in that sport. 

Questions? Email Carla Di Filippo, Director, Athletics  

Prom Dress Donation Drive for New Circles

After March Break, we will be collecting items such as dresses or dress clothes in general for the Prom Drive with New Circles. If you have anything to donate, please bring it in after March Break to the white donation bin by the staff room. Thank you!

MIDDLE SCHOOL

COSSOT Events for April

In April there are several COSSOT events for our students. All registration forms will be made available in The Weekly on Thursday March 28.

April 12 HC Movie Night

April 19 Crescent Social

April 26 HaverCrest Bowling Night

Save the Date: March 24 – Student Immunization Clinic

Grade 7 and 8 students who were immunized in the Fall, will have their second inoculation in May. Consent forms are not required. If your daughter has already received her second inoculation, please let the school know that she will no longer require the appointment.

SENIOR SCHOOL

TC-9 Begins on March 26 for all Grade 9 Students!

Important information for Grade 9 families

You have already received a “Welcome Letter” that includes important links to AARs that you must complete in order to register your child for the two curricular excursions on March 27th and 28th. You are encouraged to read this with your daughter. 

Please complete the excursion AARs as soon as possible. 

Students should be prepared to work on TC-9 ‘homework’ to prepare for the days ahead; working with our Grade 9 faculty, they will have limited homework from academic classes that are on hold for the duration of this course.
Students should be in uniform, except for our excursions on March 27 and 28.

Student Leadership Webinar Recording

Thank you to those who were able to attend our webinar on 7-12 student leadership at Havergal. For those who missed it and are interested, here is the recording.

Advising after the Break

Grade 9 students will begin TC-9 after the March Break. Our Grade 10 students will learn about different pathways to attending universities all around the world. Finally our grade 11/12 students will be treated to a visit from alumni at our Career Spotlight. 

HCPA

HCPA Nominations 2024 – 2025

HCPA nominations for the 2024-25 school year are now open! 

REMINDERS

Traveling? Protect Yourself & Your Family from Measles

As families prepare for their upcoming March Break, it is important to note that Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued a statement to public health officials regarding the potential outbreaks of measles. If you are planning to travel, we encourage you to refer to this infographic from Toronto Public Health for useful tips and information.

Parenting as Partners: Parenting for Wellbeing – Register Now

As part of our Parents as Partners speaker series, Havergal is proud to welcome David Bott as our next speaker on March 27 at 7 pm. David is a best-selling author, consultant, former teacher, and expert in designing and implementing system-level approaches to wellbeing and cultural change. His talk will focus on Parenting for Wellbeing, including the evolution of wellbeing science, what wellbeing is not, and the key role parents & caregivers play. Current and new families are welcome and encouraged to bring additional guests; registration for the event can be found here.

Early School Closing April 8 for Eclipse

School will close early on April 8 for the solar eclipse. There will be a special schedule for the day and dismiss all students at 1:30 pm to ensure we are providing a safe dismissal time.

Grade 12 Parents: Special Upcoming Events

Please take a moment to update your calendars with these exciting events Havergal is hosting to honour the Class of 2024.

Global Education & Global Learning Project Information

for the academic year of 2024-2025: Please note: these are live documents and are subject to changes. 

Applications open on April 15, and close April 26.

The Gator Gala – Saturday, April 13 – Buy Your Tickets Now!

Today’s the last day to BUY TICKETS for all Upper School students and an adult guest

Moms’ Night Out – Save the Date: Thursday, May 23

UPPER SCHOOL AFTER THE BREAK

Mon Mar 25       PD Day – no classes Boarding opens at 4pm

Tue Mar 26       Spring Tryouts begin

Wed Mar 27     Parent Speaker: David Bott, 7:00 pm   

Thu Mar 28       Boarding School closes at 6pm

Fri Mar 29        School Closed

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