UPPER SCHOOL

COSSOT Relay for Life – May 2

We are encouraging students from Grades 7-12 to sign up to participate in the COSSOT Relay for Life at Upper Canada College from 4:15 pm-9:00 pm on May 2. This incredible event brings students from COSSOT schools together to unite in the fight against cancer. Relay for Life was started in 2019 by two brothers from UCC whose lives had been forever changed by cancer. They wanted to do whatever they could to ensure others did not experience this. Havergal students have become key organizers of the event, which has become the largest of any in Canada. This year, we have the chance to make history, by being the first event to raise $1 million in 5 years.  

Your child will likely need your support to sign up for the event as registration on Relay for Life requires a credit card. The $25 registration fee includes dinner and incredible experiences and tons of fun, all for a wonderful cause. 

The HCPA also has a team for parents interested in participating.  See below in the HCPA section of this newsletter.

The link to sign up is HERE.

Founders’ Day Photographs & Videos

It was a pleasure to come together as a school community (Grades 1 – 12) and celebrate Founders’ Day.  We are delighted to share with you photographs and video footage that were taken at the April 18 service:

• Photographs
• YouTube Clips

It was wonderful to be together with the students to celebrate Havergal’s history and ongoing impact on young women.

Meatless Monday – April 22

Monday marks the beginning of Earth Week, and to kick it off we will be enjoying a Meatless Monday! By opting for plant-based meals, even just for one day a week, students can substantially reduce their carbon footprint and support sustainable food practices. On Monday the only hot meal option will be meatless. They will continue to offer the deli bar, grab ‘n go and corner bites for those who prefer to have meat for lunch.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Supporting Our Grads in their Transition to Post-Secondary

In her New York Times opinion piece, Mathilde Ross, a senior staff psychiatrist at Boston University Health Services, discusses the growing parental anxiety surrounding their children’s mental health during the transition to post-secondary. Ross names that “anxiety about anxiety” can develop amongst parents and notes its self-fulfilling nature. She advises parents to take a more balanced approach and offers practical guidance for supporting children through their move to university, emphasizing the importance of listening and providing reassurance. Ross urges parents to view the transition as an opportunity for growth and relationship-building.

JS A-Mazing Race – Student Volunteers Needed – May 5

The JS A-mazing Race is looking for student volunteers (Grades 9 – 12) to help out with the race on May 5. If you know someone who can help out, have them reach out to the Forum for Change for more information. We would LOVE to have their spirit and enthusiasm, and volunteer hours can be earned!

Global Experience Update – Applications Due April 26

Thank you to all of the families that joined us for Monday’s Global Experience Information Session. 

• All of the recordings from the various sessions are available, as well as past resources, HERE
• Applications are now open: these are to be completed by students only, and you can share the link with your child HERE (It is the last two slides)
  • This information will also be shared with all students in the DSO announcements and on the screens throughout the school

Applications are due on April 26th

AP Exams Begin Monday, May 6

• AP Exams run Monday, May 6th to Friday, May 17th, with additional Late Testing on Thursday, May 23rd.
• Last Friday, students attended an information session on writing AP Exams at Havergal to understand the supports available and their key responsibilities, which include:
  • Knowing when and where their exams are happening
  • Alerting their teachers to classes they’ll miss because they’re writing an AP Exam
  • Checking the AP website to ensure they understand what materials they need and what ones are prohibited for their exam(s)
  • Reviewing the AP Exam Terms and Conditions to ensure they do not engage in any prohibited behaviours.

Next Week in Advising

Our Grads will be having their final Core Strengths session today. Grades 9 & 10  will take part in grade activities run by their Grade Reps. Grade 11 will learn how to sign up for our Naviance system which will be a vital platform for their university applications.

HCPA

Gator Gala – Thank you!

Thanks to everyone who organised and attended the Gator Gala! Click here for some pictures from this fabulous evening. The password is Gator.

REMINDERS

Havergal Connections Presents: Finance Perspectives: Empowering Insights and Networking Opportunities – April 24, 2024

Broaden your professional network and gain valuable insights into the finance world from seasoned professionals at our upcoming panel discussion! 

Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Location: Forthlane Partners, 145 Adelaide St W 2nd floor, Toronto, ON M5H 4E5

Join us for a panel discussion hosted by Martha (Cohen) Simmons ’99 at Forthlane Partners and moderated by Jennifer Kerr ’93. Gain candid anecdotes, insights, and success strategies from our panellists Lauren Epstein ’03, Robyn Doritty ’04, and Alice Popescu ’99.

Register here: https://events.veracross.com/hc/472-financeperspectives

Moms’ Night Out

Tickets are still available! Please click here to purchase.

Preloved Uniform Sales

• Monday, April 22 from 3:30 to 7 pm and Tuesday, April 23 from 8:00 to 11:00 am outside the Junior School Learning Hub. 
• We’re still accepting donations – click here for details.
• Click here to volunteer.
• Also available for purchase will be HC-branded Yeti cups, puffers, vests and Lazypants

HCPA Team – Relay for Life

Join the HCPA’s parent team for this year’s Relay for Life – held at UCC at 4:00 pm on May 2. The link to sign up is HERE.

HC Frames

Havergal frames are on sale until Wednesday, May 1. Click here to order.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon Apr 22    Preloved Uniform Sale 3:30 pm-7:00 pm at Junior School

Tue  Apr 23    Preloved Uniform Sale 8:00 am – 11:00 am at Junior School   

Fri Apr 26       UK Application Workshop for Grade 11 Students – 8:20 am, B65/66 MS Bowling NIght  Applications for Overseas Excursions Due