UPPER SCHOOL

Please Update Your Daughter’s Health Records – June 1 to July 1

Please complete your child’s Vital Health Record and Student Health Tracker in the Magnus Health Portal to ensure the following information is accurate and updated: health history and conditions, allergies, history of concussions, dietary restrictions and administration of medications from Health Centre nurses. Parents are responsible for updating the school on any changes in your child’s health status throughout the year by updating information in the Magnus Health Portal. The Health Centre ensures that the health records of students in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 are accurately and confidentially stored. Accurate record-keeping helps keep students safe on- and off-site, and it relies on parents being diligent about updating their children’s health information and sharing it with the school.

We are asking that all parents conduct the year update before July 1, 2024. Access is available as of June 1, 2024. If you completed an update prior to June 1st, we apologise but you will need to re-submit your child’s Magnus profile.

Instructions to log into Magnus can be found here. Thank you for your assistance in ensuring that we have the necessary health information for your child to keep them healthy and safe while enrolled at Havergal.

Please reach out to the Health Centre with any questions or concerns.

June Exam Schedule

The exam schedule and additional supporting documents are available on the Parent Portal. Visit Upper School > Calendar & Schedules > June Exams.

Pick-up, Drop-off & Parking – Thank you for Your Cooperation!

Thank you for continuing to use the middle lane as a dedicated drive-through lane. You may use this drive-through lane to drop your student off in the north parking lot. 

When dropping off in the front circle, use only the east curb lane, ensuring that you pull your vehicle all the way to the end of the drive. Security will direct you on whether to exit through the circle or the north parking lot. Do not park in the west curb lane to drop off your child as it is dangerous for students to cross through the incoming drop off traffic. 

Please continue to follow our security team’s directions for both entering and exiting the property.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Grade 7 Field Trip

All Grade 7 students will be participating in a trip to Black Creek Village. The email to register has been sent to parents today. 

• The trip departs from Havergal at 9 a.m. Students arrive and go directly to the BRH for attendance with their chaperones
• Dress is casual for outdoor activities. Please have students wear sunscreen and bring rain gear if necessary.
• Students MUST pack a nut-free lunch. No lunch is available on site. They may also choose to have a small amount of money for a visit to the gift shop.
• Students 13 or over must bring a Presto Card or contactless method of payment for return fare for the TTC.
• We will return to Havergal by 3:00 p.m.

Link to register:   

https://events.veracross.com/hc/418-eaarexcursions23-24USJSD

If you have any questions about the trip, please contact Fiona Marshall.

Special Schedule – Friday, June 7

On Friday June 7, there will be a special schedule for all MS students.

Classes will begin at 8:30am and Grade 7 students will be dismissed at 1:30pm.

8:30 – 9:30 = P1 (Block H)

9:40 – 10:40 = P2 (Block G)

10:50 – 11:50 = P3 (Block F)

11:50 – 12:30 = Lunch

12:30 – 1:30 = P4 (Block E) Grade 7’s dismissed 

2:00 – 3:30pm – Celebrate Grade 8

Celebrate Grade 8 – Friday, June 7 – 2:00 – 3:30 pm

We look forward to welcoming you to the Brenda Robson Hall on Friday June 7th at 2:00pm for the Grade 8 Celebration.  If you haven’t already done so, please RSVP HERE

In preparation for the event,  here are a few reminders:

• Students are required to wear their Number 1 Uniform. 
• The BRH will be available for seating from 1:30 pm onwards. Guests arriving prior to this time, will be asked to wait in the Rotunda. This is to allow us to complete the preparations for the event.
• A reception will follow the event. During the reception, interested families may stay afterwards to have informal photos taken.

Locker Clean-out – Thurs, June 16 – 3:15 pm

Please encourage your daughter to bring home items that are in her locker throught the week. Locker clean-out will be on Thursday, June 6 at 3:15 pm. She may keep her lock on her locker during exams but everything must be removed by June 15, 3:15pm. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

Senior Art Exhibit

Congratulations to all of the students in Ms Toor’s and Ms Ulbin’s classes who are exhibiting their remarkable work throughout the school.  We had a wonderful and well-attended opening last week accompanied by music and snacks.  Thank you to everyone who participated and to all of those who helped to bring this amazing exhibition together.  Big big thanks especially to Ms Toor and Ms Ulbin for your vision and dedication, and to Ms Funk for all your hard work installing this show!

Global Learning Leading Diploma

The Forum for Change is excited to share the extraordinary achievement of the grade 12 Grads who have completed the Global Learning Leading Diploma (GLLD).

Some of the intentions of the program are to explore the world’s interconnectedness and the importance of fostering compassion, empathy and respect across cultures and boundaries. These students have delved into the issues that affect our world from climate change and poverty, to inequality and injustice. In working with dedicated teacher mentors these students have reflected on their global competencies and are committed to consider the impact they can have on the world.

CELEBRATION SATURDAY

Save the Date – Saturday, September 28 – 9:30 am to 1:00 pm

It’s almost summer but Celebration Saturday is just around the corner. You don’t want to miss this great community event in support of Havergal’s Community Partners. Mark September 28 in your calendar now!

Help Needed!

We are looking for a second parent to help out with the Celebration Saturday Bazaar this year. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact Christine Spence (Manager, Parent Relations – cspence@havergal.on.ca) or Steven Rathwell (HCPA Volunteer Coordinator – steven.rathwell@yahoo.ca). Thank you for your support.

HCPA

Moms’ Night Out

Thanks to everyone who attended Moms’ Night Out! Click here for photos. (Password: Havergal)

Pre-Loved Uniforms & Used Textbook Drop-off

Drop off pre-loved uniforms and used textbooks (for donation only) at the Upper School on Wednesday, June 12 (7:30 to 11:30 am in the Rotunda, 8 to 8:30 am in the laneway). More information will be sent out next week in the News You Can Use. Sign up here if you can volunteer.

Used Technology Drive

In conjunction with the pre-loved uniform collection, US students will be running a used technology drive. Please help the students and the environment by donating your old technology for recycling. Click here for more information. 

REMINDERS

Grade 8 Parent: Fall Camp for New to Grade 9 Students – Sept 11-13 -Registration is Open Now

Please visit the link below to register your child’s participation.

https://events.veracross.com/hc/488-eaarexcursions24-25USON The Parent Information Session will be held Tuesday, June 4 at 12:00 – 12:30

Please find the link for the webinar below. 

https://havergal.zoom.us/j/87326582347?pwd=jN1NovY_0rIXLtOKk1BsWWCsb5m0hA.Xi4lAD3DP5JncrtC

Passcode: 066479

Webinar ID: 873 2658 2347

International numbers available: https://havergal.zoom.us/u/kcIGRswYed

Grade 11 Parents: Fall Camp for new Grads – Sept 11 – 13 – Registration is Open Now

Please visit the link below to register your child’s participation.

https://events.veracross.com/hc/488-eaarexcursions24-25USON

The Parent Information Session will be held Wednesday, June 5 at 12:00 – 12:30 pm. 

Please find the link for the webinar below 

https://havergal.zoom.us/j/86293552120?pwd=rUtNd2l2M_waN2ZAC1Ocze99D_U5Ew.txdGmYPUaBSyUm7P

Passcode: 157594

Webinar ID: 862 9355 2120

Passcode: 157594

    International numbers available: https://havergal.zoom.us/u/keaPjkuRsO

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon June 3       Grade 9-12 Exams all week Grade 7-8 Classes all week

Tue June 4        Grade 8 parents – 12 pm Parent Information Webinar for Fall Camp

Wed June 5       Grade 7 Field Trip to Black Creek Pioneer Village  Grade 11 parents –  12 pm Parent Information Webinar for Fall Camp

Fri June 7 Special Schedule for MS  Celebrate Grade 8   – 2 pm    

Upper School

Spring Sports Uniforms

Please return all spring sports uniforms (or uniforms from other seasons) this week. Uniforms can be returned to Ms. Di Filippo in the HPE Office. Unreturned or misplaced uniforms will result in a replacement fee. 

June Exams

• Schedule: Note that all Grade 9-12 exams are 2 hours, and Grade 7-8 exams are 90 minutes.
• Instructions: As part of the in-class exam review process, teachers of courses with exams will go over these student exam instructions with each of their classes. This document is a first stop if you or your daughter have questions about general exam processes or expectations at Havergal.

Calculator Check: As hundreds of students are writing exams at the same time we ask that you double check with your daughter that she has her own calculator. She will not be able to borrow one from the Math Department for her exam. If she has lost her calculator, please buy a replacement scientific calculator. For your convenience, a limited supply of TI-30XS calculators are available on campus at the Green & Gold Shop and can be charged to your account.

Band Instrument Return

This is a reminder that all Band instruments, books and folders need to be returned to the school no later than Friday, June 7.  This includes any home instruments such as tubas, bell kits, drumsticks and mallets.  If your child wishes to keep their instrument over the summer please have them speak to their Band teacher, and if they are currently enrolled in a Band class they can return these items during their classes.

All graduating students need to ensure that they have returned all items to the Band room and if applicable, picked up their personal instruments before they leave campus.

Thanks for an awesome Band season and we look forward to seeing you in the fall! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Celebrate Grade 8!

We look forward to celebrating the achievements of your daughters on Friday, June 7, at 2:00 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall. Please RSVP HERE to attend the ceremony and reception. All family members are welcome.

Grade 8 Parents: Registration for Camp New Moon

With over 20 new Grade 9 students arriving in September the Class of 2028 will travel to Camp New Moon to take part in community building activities. This will take place from Wednesday, September 11 – Friday, September 13.  The link to register will be posted here next Friday May 31.

There will be a parent information session on Tuesday June 4 at 12 pm online. Please see the link HERE for the webinar. This webinar will also be linked in the final weekly messages. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

Grade 11 Parent: Registration for Grade 12 Campfire Circle by June 10

The Grade 12 September camp will be held at the beautiful Campfire Circle Camp and will take place Wednesday, September 11 to Friday, September 13. During this time students will take part in important university information sessions, begin to unpack their Core Strengths profile to learn more about themselves as leaders, and begin their journey bonding together as the Class of 2025 .

There will be a parent information session on Wednesday,  June 5 at 12 noon online. The link to the webinar will be in the May 31 edition of The Weekly.  This webinar will also be linked in the final communication before the summer. 

Please click HERE TO REGISTER your daughter for the fall camp! To see the AAR for Campfire Circle CLICK HERE

Attention Grade 11 Parents: Core Strengths Program This Fall

One of the cornerstones of the leadership training we are providing to all Grade 12 students this year is the Core Strengths program. Used in hundreds of workplaces to help develop leaders and build relationship intelligence, the award-winning Core Strengths program will provide our graduates with self-knowledge, skills and strategies to be high-achieving, confident and effective leaders in their futures. The Core Strengths assessment fees are $110 per student and will be billed to student accounts. The program implementation will begin the first week of school and run through the year and will be led by Havergal employees who have become certified Core Strengths facilitators. For more information, please see the Core Strengths website. For Havergal contact information on the program, feel free to reach out to the Director of Student Leadership, Fiona Marshall: fmarshall@havergal.on.ca.

The Academy of Tomorrow 2024-25 – Grade 10/11 Leadership Development Program – Parent Webinar

The Academy of Tomorrow is a Leadership Development Program that equips the next generation with the mindsets and skills to lead and succeed in the world of tomorrow.

HC-X will host an informational webinar about the Academy of Tomorrow on Wednesday, June 5 from 12:10 pm – 12:30 pm with founder and CEO Lital Marom, who is a serial Tech Entrepreneur, a world-renowned keynote speaker on innovation and leadership and a Forbes contributor.

Please register HERE to receive the webinar link. 

Please see the Program Brochure for more information.

 The Academy of Tomorrow is an extraordinary opportunity for students entering Grades 10 and 11 next year to prepare for success at university, in their career — and in life. Tomorrow’s greatest opportunities will unfold for creative leaders capable of excelling in a world of constant change. The Academy of Tomorrow prepares young leaders to recognize, develop, and extend these opportunities.

Fall 2024 program dates:

• Thursday, November 14 – Saturday November 16, 2024

Winter 2025 program dates: 

• Thursday, February 6 – Saturday, February 8, 2025

Please contact Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X with any questions.

Exam Study Day – Friday, May 31

There are no classes on this day for Grades 9-12 courses. Instead, it is a day for Senior School students to prepare for exams in the ways that work best for them. Students may come into school to meet with their teachers or peers, study from home, or a combination. Students are encouraged to speak to their teachers and/or guidance counsellors in advance for support in making the most effective individual study plan for themselves for this time.

Locker Clean-out – Thursday, May 30 at 3:15pm

Please encourage your daughter to bring items that are in her locker home this week. 

Locker clean-out will be on Thursday, May 30 at 3:15 pm. She may keep her lock on her locker to put valuable items during exams but everything else must be removed by May 30. 

REMINDERS

Period Product Drive – Youth Without Shelter

The drive to collect period product items continues until the end of the week, May 31. We hope to collect as many items as possible to support youth who access the shelter. YWS is a safe place for all youth including queer youth struggling to find a sense of belonging and reliable resources.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon May 27  Grad Prayers, 8:40 am  Marguerite Reception, 7 pm

Tue May 28    Athletic Assembly, 8:40 am

Thu May 30   Grade 9-12 last day of classes

Fri May 31     MS classes continue SS exam study day

UPPER SCHOOL

Use of Personal Mobile Devices at Havergal College

There has been much attention to the use of cell phones and other devices in schools in recent months.

Havergal has always had a thoughtful approach regarding the use of devices in school, and we are carefully reviewing our current policies and practices. We will be communicating any updates to families and students in advance of the next school year.

Finally, we also invite you to listen to this episode of The Harvard Edcast, which provides you with some ideas for device usage over the summer.

AI Summer Program Taught by Stanford Alumni, Hosted at Havergal

This summer, Inspirit AI is offering an in-person, 30-hour pre-college AI program hosted at Havergal College that teaches students in grades 8-12 fundamental AI concepts and guides them to build socially impactful projects such as safe ChatGPT bots, exoplanet search, self-driving car systems, and more! 

Stanford and MIT graduates in AI will be present in-person from July 15-26 to teach. Please read more information in the program brochure and apply here. If you cannot attend in person, students may apply to the live online program. Program contact: Jared Greene, jaredgreene@inspiritai.com. Thank you!

Please note: The summer program is open to students from all schools and is not run by Havergal College. Inspirit AI is a partner of HC-X and will support the upcoming fall and winter HC-X Digital Microcredentials program.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Immunization Clinic for Grade 7 – May 24

All Grade 7 students will participate in the second immunization clinic on Friday May 24. Students who have been given consent for the innoculations will be immunized.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Youth Without Shelter (YWS) – Supporting Queer Youth – Period Product Drive

In honour of Pride Week, our student planning team is partnering up with Youth Without Shelter to collect period products for all youth who access the shelter. YWS is a safe place for all youth including queer youth struggling to find a sense of belonging and reliable resources. 

For the next two weeks (May 21-31, 2024) we are inviting students to bring in period products to support the youth that access the shelter.  Donations could include the following products:

• Sanitary napkins (pads)
• Tampons
• Panty liners
• Menstrual cups

All products can be dropped off in the B-Hallway by the staff room. We appreciate your support at this time.

Next Week in Grade Programming Time

As the year comes to a close we are beginning to wrap our programming. Our Grades 9 and 10 Grade Reps have been eagerly planning the final advising session for the students in their grades. Our Grade 11 students will be rehearsing for Candlelight and our Grade 12s will join them after they complete some final tasks for graduation with their university counsellor.  

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon May 20     No Classes 

Tue May 21       Dress Up Day for Pride Week    

Thur May 23     Connections Prayers   Moms’ Night Out, 6:30pm

Fri May 24        MS Immunization Clinic 

UPPER SCHOOL

Reminder: Signing In & Signing Out

Students who arrive late, or leave before the end of the school day, must have permission from a parent or guardian and must always sign in and out at the DSO.

Rules:

• All students are expected to be at Havergal for the duration of the school day. 
• A student who needs to leave school early must provide parental permission through the Student Logistics Request tool in advance of departure. If a student is late for class they must get a late slip from the DSO.

When a student signs out prior to the end of the school day, they are required to leave the premises. When a student is marked for a late arrival, they may not be in the building for the time they are signed out. Further, when a student arrives late, they must sign in at the DSO as soon as possible. Students may not be in the school building when they are signed out because it compromises the accuracy of our attendance records and poses a serious risk in the event of an emergency.

Updated Pick-up & Drop-off Procedures for the Upper School

The school has allocated new resources to enact an efficient procedure for drop-off and pick-up of students.  During the morning drop-off, two guards will be stationed out front to direct traffic flow. The new arrangement will ensure a more controlled traffic flow.  Pylons will be placed along the west curb, to prevent unsafe drop-off practices. The middle lane will be a dedicated drive-through lane. You may use this drive-through lane to drop your student off in the parking lot. When dropping off in the front circle, use only the east curb lane, ensuring that you pull your vehicle all the way to the end of the drive. Security will direct you on whether to exit through the circle or the north parking lot.  Thank you for your patience as we work at ensuring your drop-off/pick-up experience is safe and expeditious. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Gauss Math Contest – arrive at 8:15 am on Wednesday, May 15

On Wednesday, May 15, all MS students will write the University of Waterloo Gauss math contest during their Form Time. The contest will take place from 8:30 – 9:30 am. Students should arrive to their Form room at 8:15 am to take advantage of the full contest window. Students should be prepared with a pencil, eraser and calculator.

Final House Shout Preparations

Next week is all about House Shout! Each grade will be practising and preparing for the big event. The House competition will determine the winner of the coveted House Banner! Students will get decked out in their House colours from head to toe! Here is a glimpse of MDF’s performance in 2023 in case you want to see what all the fuss is about!

Middle School Music Night

All parents are invited to attend our  Middle School Music Nights which will be happening at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, May 15 in the Brenda Robson Hall. It will feature performances from the grades 7 and 8 Band, Strings, and Vocal students.  No tickets are required and all are welcome to attend.  

SENIOR SCHOOL

Next Week in Grade Programming Time

Next week is all about House Shout! Each House will be practising and preparing for the big event. The House competition will determine the winner of the coveted House Banner! Here is a glimpse of MDF’s performance in 2023 in case you want to see what all the fuss is about.

REMINDERS

Moms’ Night Out – Thursday, May 23

Ticket sales close today! Click here to purchase.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Wed May 15  Gauss Math Contest, 8:15 am arrival to Form Middle School Music Night 4pm

Thu May 16    House Shout, 1:50 pm, House Dress-up Day

Fri May 17     No classes for long weekend

UPPER SCHOOL

One-Act Plays

Our Arts Prefect Emily N, and Allison T are the masterminds behind the 2024 One-Act Plays. These are plays that are written and performed by our students. 

Please join us for these inventive works in the Drama Studio (C14) on:

May 7, from 3:45 pm — 4:45 pm

May 8, from 3:15 pm — 4:15 pm

May 9, from 3:45 pm — 4:45 pm

Global Experiences Application Update

Due to the overwhelming response to our Global Experiences for 2024-25, we are adjusting our timelines for students and families.

• Student interviews are to be conducted between April 29 and May 17
• Student selection & notification to be completed by May 24
• Student confirmation of participation by May 29 via Veracross

Due to this response, we are trying our best to coordinate our interviews. We ask that our students are as flexible as possible when booking and being booked into interviews.

HC-X Innovation Series: AI – webinar resources

We really enjoyed our conversation on Monday evening during the HC-X Innovation Series for parents on Artificial Intelligence (online). Thanks to all those who joined us. 

Here are the slides we shared during the webinar. 
If you would like more details about any of the information shared, please follow up with Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X (acaplan@havergal.on.ca).

REMINDERS

Moms’ Night Out – Tickets Still Available!

Click here to purchase your ticket.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon, May 6    AP Exams begin

Tues,   May 7    One Act Plays

Wed,   May 8  One Act Plays

Thur,   May 9    One-Act Plays

Fri, May 10  COSSOT Spike Ball Tournament Gr 9-12