UPPER SCHOOL

Grade 7 – 12 December Report Card

Report cards are currently available for review. Instructions to access the report cards are available HERE.

Message from IT – Student Laptop Chargers

Please remind your child that our IT Department and Resource Centre do not have chargers to lend to students. As stated in the Acceptable Use of Technology agreement, students are responsible to bring their fully charged laptop to school each day. In the event that your child’s computer has lost its charge, we have a limited number of laptops that can be borrowed during the day. 

Locker Clean-out

Supervised locker clean-out is on Tuesday afternoon. We strongly recommend that students start bringing their belongings home on Monday to lighten the load. Non-perishable items (books, binders) may be left in school but we ask that clothing and lunch containers be brought home. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL

In Form this Week

This past week in Form students discussed the challenges of communicating through group chats, and the drama that can sometimes develop through texting.

Parents who would like to continue the discussion at home, can access the program, resources about the lesson, and other topics on social media HERE.

Next week, all Middle School students will be celebrating the upcoming holiday in their Forms with Secret Snowflake and cookie decorating on Tuesday. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

In Advising this Week

All Senior School students will be celebrating the upcoming holiday in House with cookie decorating and hot chocolate on Tuesday. 

REMINDERS

Gator Gala! Save the Date – Saturday, April 13, 2024

All Upper School students and an adult guest are invited to join us for an evening of dining and dancing “carnival style”—more details coming soon!

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon Dec 18       

Grad/Staff Dinner – 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Tues Dec 19       

Locker Clean Out – 3:30 pm 

Wed Dec 20      

Holiday Dress Up Day for Havergal

Boarding School Closes – 6pm

UPPER SCHOOL

Report Cards Available

Report cards will be available Thursday, December 14 at 4:00 PM. To learn how to access your child’s report card, click HERE.

Holiday Angels Thank You

Thank you to everyone for their support of the Holiday Angels program and the Winter Clothing Drive. New Circles was so appreciative of our donations. Across Havergal College, we helped over 20 families with our gift card donations. The total amount of money raised will be revealed in Prayers on Wednesday, December 20. Thank you so much for your generosity!

Havergal Christmas Concert & Carol Service Live Stream – December 13

We look forward to you joining us in-person at St. Paul’s Bloor Street: Toronto Anglican Church for our Junior School Christmas Concert and Upper School Carol Service on December 13.  For those of you who would like to watch the live stream, please refer to the Havergal College YouTube channel (links provided below): 

YouTube: Junior School Christmas Concert 2023 at 3:00 – 4:00 pm 

YouTube: Upper School Carol Service 2023 at 7:00 – 8:30 pm

MIDDLE SCHOOL

This Week in Form

Students will begin working with our new #winatsocial program. The focus of our first lesson will be “Navigating Group Chat Drama While We’re Home For Holiday Breaks.” If you are interested in learning more about the lesson, parent resources will be shared here next week.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Fireside Chats with Guidance

It’s that festive time of year when the Guidance department begins their annual FIRESIDE CHATS. Grade 11 and 12 students can drop by the Temerty Commons during their spare or during lunch time and ask the guidance counsellors any questions they may have about current courses or university preparation.

The Fireside Chats will take place until the holidays.

Queen’s University Supplemental Workshop

On Wednesday, December 6 the Guidance department hosted a McMaster Health Science workshop for Grade 12 students.

Our next workshop is on Tuesday, December 12 for Grade 12 students interested in attending Queen’s University.

• Time: 8:10 am-9:20 am
• Location:  B16

In Advising This Week

Due to the Carol Service schedule on Wednesday, advising programming will take place on Tuesday, December 12. Grade 12 students will be attending university preparation workshops. Grade 11 and 10 students will be participating in games run by their Grade Reps. Grade 9 students will be taking part in a student-designed and led session on being more inclusive with each other. 

HC-X Digital Microcredentials Registration Deadline

This is your final opportunity to register students in Grades 9-12 for Digital Microcredentials this winter. 

Three microcredential courses are available this winter: 

1. PreMedical Studies B is a new microcredential this winter with a focus on Anatomy and Physiology. It can complement last fall’s PreMed A (Genetics, Immunology, & Organic Chemistry), also delivered in partnership with The Academies by Harvard Student Agencies. No previous experience is required.
   
2. Artificial Intelligence returns to HC-X in partnership with Inspirit AI (Graduates from MIT and Stanford) with a focus on Machine Learning algorithms and Python coding. This microcredential was a success in Fall 2022.
   
3. Contemporary Finance is an asynchronous course developed by HC-X in partnership with current parents and alum who work in finance-related industries. It touches on topics such as Cryptocurrencies, ESG Investing and Capital Markets. A winter cohort will convene for a launch and the course will be completed through Canvas. 

Registrations close on Monday, December 11th. 

Visit microcredentials.havergal.on.ca for information and registration or contact Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X, with any questions at acaplan@havergal.on.ca.

HCPA

Gator Gala! Save the Date – Saturday, April 13, 2024

All Upper School students and an adult guest are invited to join us for an evening of dining and dancing “carnival style”—more details coming soon!

REMINDERS

Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey

Thank you to those who attended our information session. If you missed it, don’t worry; you can see the recording HERE.

Parents are asked to email Brittney Dos Santos by December 10 to show their interest. On December 11 the registration link will be sent to those who have emailed beforehand. Parents will have until December 15 to officially register their child for this journey. 
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to email Brittney Dos Santos.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Tues, Dec 12

Middle School Music Night 4:00 pm

Wed, Dec 13

Special Schedule – Classes begin at 8:30 am and end at 2:10 pm

Carol Service 7pm

Thurs, Dec 14

Late Start – Classes begin at 9:30 am and end at 3:30 pm

Fri, Dec 15

Late Start – classes being at 9:30 am and end at 3:30 pm

Reports Cards available 4:00 pm

UPPER SCHOOL

Holiday Angels Winter Clothing & Gift Card Drive – Final Week!

This will be the last week that we are collecting winter clothing for our Community Partner, New Circles. Please check your closets for anything you might not be using this year. Times are especially tough right now and those who use the services of New Circles really need and appreciate our help. Gift cards will be collected until Tuesday, December 5. These gift cards will be delivered to New Circles and distributed to our families at the end of that week. Please reach out to Jessica Randall if you have any questions. Here is the tax receipt for you to fill out as well. Thank you for your ongoing support of our community partnerships!

New! Athletics Livestreaming in Gym A/B

Exciting news! Gym A/B athletic games can now be livestreamed. We hope this is an opportunity for families who may not be able to attend events in person, to be able to support the Gators. You will be able to find the links in the parent portal or on @havergal_gators Instagram stories on game day. Livestream games are not recorded and therefore will not be stored in our portal. If you have any questions, please email Carla Di Filippo. 

Neighbourhood Safety

Yesterday, Lindsay Norberg, Deputy Head, sent out an email regarding some incidents at Starbucks. If you missed the message, we encourage you to read it.  

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Rogue’s Gallery!

We look forward to having you join us for the 2023-2024 Middle School Production of Rogue’s Gallery:

• December 7 in the Legacy Theater at 4:00 pm
• December 8 in the Legacy Theater at 4:00 and 7:00 pm

For tickets, please email playtickets@havergal.on.ca with the number of tickets required, show date and time.  Tickets are $20.

Middle School Music Night

Please join us for Middle School Music Night on Tuesday, December 12 at 4:00 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Grad/Staff Dinner – Monday, December 18 – 5:00 – 7:00 pm

The Class of 2024 will be celebrating the Holidays with their teachers, coaches and other staff members on Monday, December 18. This is just the beginning of the events for the Class of 2024 that will take place over the next few months. June will be here before we know it! 

In Advising Next Week: National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women

On Wednesday, December 6, The National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women, students will be discussing the components of healthy and unhealthy relationships in their TA groups. 

Registration OPEN for HC-X Digital Microcredentials in PreMedical Studies, Artificial Intelligence and Contemporary Finance

HC-X is pleased to announce the launch of registration for Winter 2024’s Digital Microcredentials for students in Grades 9-12. 

Three microcredential courses are available this winter: 

1. PreMedical Studies B is a new microcredential this winter with a focus on Anatomy and Physiology. It can complement last fall’s PreMed A (Genetics, Immunology, & Organic Chemistry), also delivered in partnership with The Academies by Harvard Student Agencies. No previous experience is required.

2. Artificial Intelligence returns to HC-X in partnership with Inspirit AI (Graduates from MIT and Stanford) with a focus on Machine Learning algorithms and Python coding. This microcredential was a success in Fall 2022. 

3. Contemporary Finance is an asynchronous course developed by HC-X in partnership with current parents and alum who work in finance-related industries. It touches on topics such as Cryptocurrencies, ESG Investing and Capital Markets. A winter cohort will convene for a launch and the course will be completed through Canvas. 

Visit microcredentials.havergal.on.ca for information and registration or contact Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X, with any questions at acaplan@havergal.on.ca.

HCPA

Thrive Week Breakfast

A huge thank you to the entire parent community for supporting the delicious breakfast we served to staff and faculty during Thrive Week. We received many notes and verbal messages of thanks—it was appreciated by all!

REMINDERS

HCPA Coffee Morning – For Parents, By Parents

Grades 7, 8 and 9 parents—join us next week (Wednesday, December 6) for coffee and conversation in the beautiful Old Girls BioWall/Student Commons space at the Upper School from 8:00 to 9:30 am. (RSVP to hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com).

Please Join Us for Senior School Music Night

We look forward to welcoming everyone to the 2023 edition of our annual Senior School Music Night, on Wednesday December 6 at 7:00 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall.  Music Night is free to attend! 

Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey

Thank you to those who attended our information session this week. If you missed it, don’t worry; you can see the recording HERE.

Parents are asked to email Brittney Dos Santos by December 10 to show their interest. On December 11 the registration link will be sent to those who have emailed beforehand. Parents will have until December 15 to officially register their child for this journey. 
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to email Brittney Dos Santos.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Wed Dec 6

SS Music Night 7:00 pm

Thurs Dec 7

MS Play 4:00 pm

Fri Dec 8

MS Play 4:00 pm &  7:00 pm

UPPER SCHOOL

Clothing Drive for New Circles

Our Middle School leaders are running a clothing drive with New Circles to help those in need as the weather turns colder. Students in the Upper School are encouraged to bring in new or gently used winter outerwear to the donation box in the Forum for Change (located in the Resource Centre)  or to their Form or TA rooms.

Honeybees: Season 1

We are officially wrapped for the Honeybee season, and so are the bees. They are wrapped in plastic in their hive to help insulate them over the winter. Thanks to all of you who actively supported, challenged, and raised key questions to make this season a success. 

Some Data from the Season:

1. The hive had a peak population of 50,000 bees at the height of summer

2. The colony produced a whopping 7.8kg of hyper-local honey

3.  Our Queen Bee was successfully crowned “Bee-yonce”

4. Want to learn more? Subscribe to the MyHive page

Winter Athletics Season has Begun

Tryouts for the winter athletics season are now over and the regular season will begin next week. The athletic team for your child will be on their Veracross page under “Teams”. Parents can view the schedule in two ways:

1. “My Household Calendar” on the parent portal. 
2. THIS Google schedule (tab name: “Winter 2023-2024”). 

*It is VERY important that your child is able to commit to the full season schedule: practices and games. If your child cannot commit to the season, please have them contact the relevant coach to inform them of any commitment issues.*

If your child did not make a winter sports team, but wishes to play on a team, please email me, Carla Di Filippo. There are some teams such as nordic skiing, squash & swimming that will accept additional athletes.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

In Advising This Week

Students will have the opportunity to discuss Dr. Damour’s presentation and participate in a reflective activity that will review the wellbeing topics that were discussed during the presentation. 

UCC Dance for Grade 7 Students

Grade 7 students who are interested in attending the UCC dance on Friday, December 15 are asked to complete the Google form that was sent to them today, Friday, November 24. The form will close on Friday, December 1 at 9:00 am. 

Middle School Play Tickets Go on Sale November 27!

Havergal MS Drama presents…

Rogues’ Gallery

By Rachel Bublitz, Tyler Dwiggins, Kathryn Funkhouser, Patrick Greene, Elissa C. Huang, Carrie McCrossen, Ian McWethy, Jason Pizzarello & Maria Pretzl

Thursday, December 7 at 4:00 pm

Friday, December 8 at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm

In the Legacy Theatre

Tickets: $20

To purchase tickets, please email playtickets@havergal.on.ca with:

1. Student name and student number

2. How many tickets and for which showtime

3. How you would like to pay? (Student account or cash at the door.)

SENIOR SCHOOL

Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey Info Session

On November 29th we will be hosting an information session from 6:00 – 7:00 pm over Zoom for our Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey. This journey consists of a canoe trip and camping through Algonquin park on June 23-26, 2024 and will satisfy the Bronze and Silver levels of the award. 

HERE is the zoom link (Passcode: 391137)

If you have any questions, please contact Brittney Dos Santos

TC-9: a Transdisciplinary Course for Grade 9 Students

Thank you to those parents that came to the TC-9 information session on Friday. Please see THIS VIDEO summary of the course goals, the purpose, the WHAT, WHY and WHEN. Some highlights are:

• WHY: To prepare young women to have the skills, dispositions and practice to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges outlined by the UN SDGs
• WHAT: Experiential, hands-on, action-oriented 8 days, that support and cover academic concepts and learning
• WHEN: March 26 – April 8

Queen’s University Visit

Queen’s University will be visiting Havergal College on Friday, December 1 to speak to Grade 11 and 12 students after school from 3:30 pm-4:15 pm in room B16. This is a great opportunity to see what the university has to offer.

In Advising this Week

Students will be in mixed grade TA groups and will have the opportunity to discuss Dr. Damour’s presentation from the previous day and participate in a reflective activity that will review the topics that were discussed during her presentation. 

HCPA

Ivy Market – Thank you!

Thank you to everyone who supported Ivy Market. We hope you enjoyed the shopping, treats and the chance to mingle and reconnect with others. A special thank you to all the parent volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event a success!

HCPA Marketplace

There is still time to buy a beautiful wreath before the holidays! View the catalogue here and place your order by December 1.

REMINDERS

Arts Events in December

We are looking forward to welcoming you to a series of remarkable events in December:

Dec 6

Senior School Music Night at 7pm in the Brenda Robson Hall

Dec 7

Rogue’s Gallery in the Legacy Theater at 4pm

Dec 8

Rogue’s Gallery in the Legacy Theater at 4pm and 7pm

Dec 12

Middle School Music Night at 4pm in the Brenda Robson Hall

Dec 13

US Carol Service at St Paul’s Church Bloor Street at 7pm

HCPA Coffee Morning – For Parents, By Parents

We are looking forward to seeing Grades 7, 8 and 9 parents on Wednesday, December 6 from 8:00 – 9:30 am in the Old Girls BioWall/Student Commons space at the Upper School. (RSVP – hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com)

Special Speaker – Lisa Damour – Tuesday, November 28

As part of our Parents as Partners Speaker Series psychologist and parenting expert Lisa Damour will be  at Havergal on Tuesday November 28th at 7pm. . There are limited tickets available – please click here to register.   If you are unable to come to hear this incredible speaker please take a moment to listen to her very popular podcast which addresses common parenting issues. She is scheduled to address students in a special session during the school day, in addition to her evening engagement. 

Applying for Financial Support/Bursary – New & Returning Students Entering Grades 7 – 12 Deadline: December 1, 2023

To be considered, please complete the Financial Assistance for Canadian Students (FACS) application form available on applefinancialservices.ca. Bursaries are granted on an annual basis; therefore an application must be submitted each year. Refer to Havergal’s guide on Affordability, available here on the Parent Portal to learn more about the Financial Support program.

Holiday Angels Reminder

We will be collecting gift cards for our New Circles families until December 5 in both Form and TA. Thank you in advance for your support. 

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Tuesday Nov 28       

Special Speaker: Lisa Damour presents to students in Prayers School ends, students are dismissed at 2:20 pm for employee PD with Lisa Damour Parent Speaker: Lisa Damour, 7 – 8:30pm

Wednesday Nov 29 

Virtual Duke of Edinburgh Information Session,  6 – 7pm

Friday  Dec 1           

Dec 1 Financial Support Application deadline

UPPER SCHOOL

December Show Dates

We are looking forward to welcoming you to a series of remarkable events this December:

Dec 6 Senior School Music Night 7pm in the BRH

Dec 7 Rogue’s Gallery The Middle School Play in the Legacy Theater at 4pm

Dec 8 Rogue’s Gallery in the Legacy Theater 4pm and 7pm

Dec 12 Middle School Music Night 4pm in the BRH

Dec 13 US Carol Service at St Paul’s Church Bloor Street 7pm

Students in the Senior Choir will be excused from class and attending Carol Service rehearsals on November 30, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, and December 7 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Thrive Week is coming!

Thrive Week at Havergal College is a week-long series of events that support building a culture of wellbeing. The Pillars of Wellbeing at Havergal that will be showcased throughout Thrive Week include physical, emotional, spiritual, and social wellbeing. 

Each day will feature activities for students to engage in that focus on these domains. 

A sample of some of the activities includes: students speaking to students, yoga, therapy dog visits, and musical performances. 

Thrive Week activities will also support the work that we will be doing as a community on November 28 with our esteemed guest, Dr. Lisa Damour. The HC Wellbeing Council, along with Wellbeing Prefect, Emerson S., have created a schedule of events that aim to help all members of the HC community think about what it means to thrive and to further explore ways to enhance their Wellbeing.

Lawrence Avenue Bus Route to Change

If your daughter uses the Lawrence Avenue Bus (124, 162, 52 or 952), please make sure she leaves a little extra time to get to school on Monday as the TTC is doing some route changes in order to install elevators in the Lawrence station. These begin on Sunday, November 19 and will continue until Fall 2024. Please see ttc.ca for more details. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL

In Advising Next Week

Middle School students will be participating in an activity called “The Wheel of Well-Being” that has been designed by Kids Help Phone and will be introduced by our Form teachers. This activity is aimed to help our students see the different parts of their life in a full circle. Students will be asked to complete the wheel and look to see what factors contribute their wellbeing.

Holiday Angels

Our House Reps have been working with their Forms to help support two families from Holiday Angels. The deadline for bringing in gift cards is December 4. We are encouraging our students to purchase their gift cards over the weekend and remember to bring them in to their Form teachers next week. Students can refer to the email their Form reps sent to them to identify the preferred cards for their family.

SENIOR SCHOOL

In Advising this Wednesday

During this advisory session, two senior students will bravely share their personal stories to either the Grade 9/10 classes or Grade 11/12 classes, shedding light on some challenges they have faced, illuminating the ways they coped, and what it means to thrive. By fostering open conversations about wellbeing, we aim to build understanding, break down stigmas, and inspire empathy within our community.

HCPA

Ivy Market Cocktail Party

The deadline to purchase tickets is TODAY! Click HERE to purchase.

REMINDERS

Gift Card Collection for Havergal Community Partner: New Circles

The Holiday Angels program is back. We are collecting gift cards in House every day until Tuesday, December 5. 

Lisa Damour – Tuesday, November 28

As part of our Parents as Partners Speaker Series, psychologist and parenting expert Lisa Damour will be at Havergal on Tuesday, November 28 at 7:00 pm. There are a limited number of tickets available – please click here to register.   If you are unable to come to hear this incredible speaker please take a moment to listen to her very popular podcast which addresses common parenting issues. 

Photo Retakes this Tuesday, November 22

If you feel your daughter’s school portrait needs to be retaken, please sign her up here. Our school photographer will be on site on Tuesday, November 22, in the afternoon. Please review with your daughter that her collar and tie should be done up and her hair should be the way she likes it before her appointment.

Applying for Financial Support/Bursary – New & Returning Students – Deadline is December 1, 2023

• To be considered, please complete the Financial Assistance for Canadian Students (FACS) application form available on applefinancialservices.ca.
• Bursaries are granted on an annual basis; therefore an application must be submitted each year.
• Refer to Havergal’s guide on Affordability, available here on the Parent Portal to learn more about the Financial Support program.

Ivy Market

Volunteers are still needed!

• Sign Up to Contribute Baked Goods
• Sign Up to Volunteer – Bake Sale
• Sign up to Volunteer – Ivy Market

Gingerbread House Lucky Draw Tickets

• Buy your tickets for this amazing 2’ x 3’ replica of HC HERE.

HCPA Marketplace

• Peruse our catalogue and place your order HERE.

Preview gifts that can be purchased from our vendors on November 21

• Vendor Gift Guide

HCPA Coffee Morning – Coffee by Parents, for Parents

Don’t forget to RSVP for the Grade 7, 8 and 9 Coffee Morning on Wednesday, December 6 in the BioWall/Student Commons space at the Upper School. (hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com)

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Tues Nov 21          

House Colour Dress Down Day 

 Ivy Market:  10-4:30 pm; evening event at 6:30-9:30pm

UPPER SCHOOL

School Portrait Retakes – Wednesday, November 22

Photography retakes will be available on November 22 for students who may have missed the initial photo day or would like a new picture taken. Students need to wear #1 dress and be camera-ready with their hair neat, or the way they like it; and their shirt collar and tie done up. 

You may click here should your child need their photograph retaken.

Holiday Angels Campaign for New Circles

Holiday Angels, in partnership with our community partner, New Circles, has started here at Havergal. Grade 7, Grade 8 and each House in Grades 9-12 have been assigned a family. Each family will appreciate gift cards to specific stores so they can purchase items they need around the holiday season. Each House has a different method for collection; please have your child speak to their House Captain or House Advisor for specific details on the family and how to contribute. Tax Receipt information is available here and must be submitted to your child’s House. Gift cards must be activated at the time of purchase and be accompanied by the receipt from the point of purchase. If you have any questions, please email Jessica Randall at jrandall@havergal.on.ca. We thank you for your support of our community!

Applying for Financial Support/Bursary – Deadline – December 1

To be considered for financial support, please complete the Financial Assistance for Canadian Students (FACS) application form available on applefinancialservices.ca.

Bursaries are granted on an annual basis; therefore an application must be submitted each year. Refer to Havergal’s guide on Affordability, available here on the Parent Portal to learn more about the Financial Support program. 

Winter Athletics Information

Tryouts

• Tryouts for winter athletics will start next week, Nov. 14 – 24. There are two methods of knowing the dates, times and locations of various tryouts:

1. Look at THIS SCHEDULE – be sure you are on the “Winter 2023-2024” tab. Look for your age and sport. 
2. Veracross Household Calendar – located in the parent portal; all of your specific tryouts will be listed on this calendar. 

• If trying out for more than one team, athletes are asked to inform their coaches of their 1st and 2nd choices of winter team. 

Season Schedule Commitments

• Please ensure that your child can commit to the FULL season including CISAA playoffs and finals. Students must be able to commit to all practices and games. The schedule for the entire season is posted. Any conflicts should be communicated with the relevant coaches before final team selections are made. 
• Inability to commit to games and practices may affect team selection. 

**Athletes should not commit to a team if they can’t actually commit to that team. Speak with individual coaches if there is potential for missing games/practices. Each team is different and has various rules about missing practices/games.**

Thrive Week is Coming!

Thrive Week at Havergal College is a week-long series of events that support building a culture of wellbeing. The Pillars of Wellbeing at Havergal that will be showcased throughout Thrive Week include physical, emotional, spiritual, and social wellbeing. 

Each day will feature activities for students to engage in that focus on these domains. 

A sample of some of the activities includes: students speaking to  students, yoga, therapy dog visits, and musical performances. 

Thrive Week activities will also support the work that we will be doing as a community on November 28 with our esteemed guest, Dr. Lisa Damour. The HC Wellbeing Council, along with Wellbeing Prefect, Emerson S., have created a schedule of events that aim to help all members of the HC community think about what it means to thrive and to further explore ways to enhance their Wellbeing.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School Artwork for the Middle School Play!

As part of this year’s Middle School Play – Rogues’ Gallery – we want to showcase YOUR (Middle School student’s) artwork! We are accepting submissions now to be displayed in our Front-of-House Exhibit for the show!

• What: We are accepting submissions of any and all forms of artwork (paintings, drawings, printed digital art, installations, sculptures, etc.), as long as they are easy to transport and store. This can be artwork that your daughter created in class, or personal art that they created on their own time!
• Why: There will be artwork displayed in the hallway outside the Legacy Theatre as part of an art exhibit — on our performance dates (Dec. 7 & 8), audience members will have the opportunity to look at the artwork before entering the theatre.
• When: Artwork will be due by Monday, November 20 @ 4pm. 
• Where: Drop your piece off at the Legacy Theatre with Ms. Lipovetzky, Mr. Henderson, or Mr. Varey – when you drop off your work, make sure you leave a post it note indicating your name, your grade, and the title of piece along with the year it was created

Introducing #Winatsocial

#Winatsocial is a new program we are using as part of our Middle School Form Program, and the Digital Wisdom course.

Havergal has partnered with The Social Institute (TSI) to offer their #Winatsocial program that is designed to help students navigate their social world, including their use of social media and technology positively. 

#Winatsocial is innovative, designed to equip students with the skills to navigate their wellbeing, social media, and technology in positive, high-character ways. While #Winatsocial will primarily be used in our Grade 7 and 8 Form Program, students will also engage with the program during their Digital Wisdom course. While engaging in this program, students will explore topics such as: “breaking down when to use text and when to talk,” or  “building a positive reputation on social media.” In a world where digital engagement plays a central role in students’ lives, #Winatsocial provides a proactive approach to promote student wellbeing, and foster a positive online culture inside and outside of our community.

#Winatsocial offers a holistic approach to ensure students thrive in the digital age. It’s not just about teaching responsible online behaviour but also cultivating empathy, resilience, and critical thinking. We firmly believe that equipping students with these skills will prepare them for a successful future. Moreover, this program goes beyond the classroom and offers resources to support parents and families, as well. Resources and articles will be shared with families later this Fall, and a brief introduction to the program will be offered during the November Grade Rep meeting, which all parents are invited to attend.

 Partnering with The Social Institute and the #Winatsocial program is a step towards building a safer and more positive digital environment for our children.

SENIOR SCHOOL

OSSLT -Tuesday, November 14

This is a reminder that all Grade 10 students are writing the literacy test on Tuesday, November 14. Students writing with standard time must be in the Single Gym no later than 8:30am. Students writing with extra time must be in the Extra Time Room no later than 8am. Students must bring: 

• Havergal Student ID Card
• Laptop, fully charged
• Laptop charger
• Pens/pencils

All other items, INCLUDING CELL PHONES and SMART WATCHES, must be stored in their locker. Students will receive a reminder email with this message on Monday.

Advising Next Week

We’re back to school next week with a bang! Our Grade 10 students will be taking the OSSLT, and our Grade 9 class will talk about their academic habits in grade groups. Leadership workshops will be run by our Director of Student Leadership for our Grade 11 students and our Grade 12s have the option to attend the UBC Workshop, Ivey Workshop, or meet in a small group setting to ask questions about university applications for other locations. 

University Visit – Queen’s University

Queen’s University Reps will be visiting Havergal College Friday, December 1st from 3:30pm-4:15pm

HCPA

Ivy Market Gift Guide – New!

Be sure to take a look at the Ivy Market Gift Guide featuring the work of over 30 participating vendors.

REMINDERS

HCPA Ivy Market – Tuesday, November 21

Use the links below to purchase tickets:

• Cocktail Party Tickets
• Gingerbread House Lucky Draw Tickets

Use the links below to contribute baked goods, or to volunteer at the Bake Sale or Ivy Market:

• Sign Up to Contribute Baked Goods
• Sign Up to Volunteer – Bake Sale
• Sign up to Volunteer – Ivy Market

HCPA Marketplace

The HCPA Marketplace is now online—get your holiday shopping done early!

• View Marketplace Catalog 
• Place Your Order 

HCPA Coffee Morning – For Parents, By Parents

Join the HCPA for coffee and conversation in the beautiful Old Girls BioWall/Student Commons space at the Upper School from 8:00 – 9:30 am. 

(RSVP to hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com).

• Wednesday, December 6: Grades 7, 8 and 9 parents

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Monday, November 13 Boarding opens at 4:00 pm Sign-up for virtual Parent Teacher Interviews closes at 5:00 pm Tuesday, November 14 OSSLT 8:30 am; 8:00 am for those who receive extra time  Athletic Tryouts Begin  Thursday, November 16 Special Schedule: Parent Teacher Interviews: Period 1 begins at 8:30 am. Classes end at 1:50 pm.  Parent Teacher Interviews – 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm  Friday, November 17 No classes for students. Parent Teacher Interviews (virtual) – 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

UPPER SCHOOL

Parent Teacher Interview Booking is Open until November 13

Sign-up opened yesterday and will remain open until 5pm, Monday, November 13. Passcodes will no longer be required. Please ensure your zoom account is up-to-date. Instructions for updating are HERE. After that time, appointments will need to be made directly with the teachers, as they are the only ones who will have access to their schedules. Click HERE for the link to the PickATime system. Parent Teacher Interviews will take place on Thursday, November 16  from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Friday, November 17 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

Winter Athletics Registration is Open until November 8

Friendly reminder that the winter athletics registration is open! The link to register for tryouts is on the parent portal (or click HERE). You can see all practice and game times HERE (“Winter 2023-2024” tab). Please ensure your child is able to commit to the full season. Registration is limited to two sports teams (not including coach mentoring, yoga and rugby training, rowing (grade 9-12 only). 

**Registration closes on November 8th so be sure to sign up soon!**

If you have any questions about the winter athletic program, please email Director of Athletics, Carla Di Filippo (cdifilippo@havergal.on.ca).

Extended Absence Reminder

If your daughter will be away for three or more days, please email the appropriate Head of School. She will be sent an extended absence form to complete in consultation with her teachers. Knowing which students are away from school for longer periods of time helps us to support them upon their return. We thank you for your cooperation.

Reduce the Spread of Respiratory Viruses

Reduce Virus Spread

• Stay home if sick or have symptoms of being sick, even if they are mild.
• Use the TPH screening questionnaire or the provincial COVID-19 Self-Assessment Tool before attending school or work if there are symptoms of illness.
• Clean hands often.
• Cover their cough or sneeze with a tissue or their elbow.

Wear a well-fitted, high-quality mask in crowded indoor settings with poor ventilation, especially if at higher risk of getting very sick.

Get the Updated COVID-19 & Flu Vaccine this Fall

• Both vaccines are important to prevent serious illness.
• The updated COVID-19 vaccine targets the XBB variant and will better protect from the variants spreading now and long-COVID.
• Everyone six months and older can get the updated COVID-19 vaccine and flu vaccine starting October 30^th, 2023 at:
  • Toronto Public Health fixed-site vaccination clinics. Book an appointment at TPHbookings.ca. Only one appointment is needed to get both vaccines.
  • Participating pharmacies or health care providers offices.

Visit toronto.ca/health to learn more about: Respiratory Viruses: Information for Parents & Caregivers

Green & Gold Shop Hours

The Green & Gold Shop will be closed on Wednesday, November 8, and Thursday, November 9.

SENIOR SCHOOL

University Visits

ndividual University Reps will be visiting Havergal College to speak to Grade 11 and 12 students during the lunch hour from 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm or after school from 3:30 pm-4:15 pm in room B16. This is a great opportunity to see what the universities offer.

Thursday, November 8 from 3:30 pm-4:15 pm

• Ivey Business School

Friday, December 1 from 3:30 pm-4:15 pm

• Queen’s University 

HCPA

Ivy Market

The Ivy Market is coming on Tuesday, November 21! Buy your tickets to the cocktail party HERE and tickets for the gingerbread house lucky draw HERE.
The Bake Sale is looking for volunteers. Click HERE to donate your time and HERE to donate baked goods. Thank you for supporting the Ivy Market!

HCPA Marketplace

The HCPA Marketplace is now online—get your holiday shopping done early! Click HERE to see the Marketplace Catalog and HERE to place your order.

REMINDERS

OSSLT, November 14

Grade 10 students at Havergal are writing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test on November 14. Students writing with standard time must be in the Single Gym no later than 8:30 am and students with extra time accommodation must be in the Extra Time Room no later than 8:00 am.

An Evening with Lisa Damour, Tuesday, November 28

As part of our Parents as Partners Speaker Series, Havergal is proud to have Dr. Lisa Damour as our first speaker on Tuesday November 28, from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. in the Brenda Robson Hall.  

Her visit, including our evening with our parents, will be focused on understanding adolescent’s emotional development and strategies that foster connection, self-awareness and self-regulation.

We are looking forward to a great evening with our parents, prospective parents and any friends who may be interested in attending.  To register for the event, please click here.

Limited copies of Dr. Damour’s book will be available for sale at the event.  

We are grateful to the Southam family for their contributions to Thrive Week and to the Class of 2023 for their donations to our wellbeing program that allow us to have speakers and programs like this.

HCPA Coffee Morning – For Parents, By Parents

We look forward to seeing you for coffee and conversation in the beautiful Old Girls BioWall/Student Commons space at the Upper School from 8:00 to 9:30 am. (RSVP – hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com). 

• Wednesday, November 8: Grades 10 to 12 parents
• Wednesday, December 6: Grades 7, 8 and 9 parents

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Wed Nov 8

Remembrance Day Service 

Boarding School Closes 6pm

Thu Nov 9

Mid Term Break for students 

Fri Nov 10       

Mid Term Break for students

Mon Nov 13 

Boarding School Opens 4pm

UPPER SCHOOL

Parents as Partners Speaker Series: Lisa Damour

As part of our Parents as Partners Speaker Series, Havergal is proud to welcome Dr. Lisa Damour as our first speaker on November 28. Dr. Damour will be working with our students from Grade 7 – 12 during the day and also running professional development with our faculty in the afternoon.

Dr. Damour will be speaking with parents from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall.  Her talk will focus on understanding adolescent’s emotional development; and strategies that foster connection, self-awareness and self-regulation.  There will be an opportunity to ask questions. Parents are welcome to bring additional guests; registration for the event can be found here. 

We are grateful to the Southam family for their contributions to Thrive Week and to the Class of 2023 for their donations to our wellbeing program that allow us to have speakers and programs like this.

Winter Sports Registration Opens Thursday, November 2

Registration for winter sports tryouts will open on Thursday, November 2 at 8:00 am and will close on Wednesday, November 8 at 8:00 pm. The link to register is found on the parent portal (parent portal → Upper School → Under Registrations “Winter 23-24 Registrations”).

To view the winter sports tryout dates and times, as well as the dates and times of practices, games and CISAA finals, please click HERE (be sure you are looking on tab 2 “Winter 2023-2024”. Once you are registered for tryouts, the specific practice times will appear on your household calendar.

Please email Carla Di Filippo, Director of Athletics, with any questions. 

Applying for Financial Support/Bursary – Deadline: Friday, December 1

New and returning students entering grades 7 to 12 should submit their application by December 1. To be considered, please complete the Financial Assistance for Canadian Students (FACS) application form available on applefinancialservices.ca.

Bursaries are granted on an annual basis; therefore an application must be submitted each year. Refer to Havergal’s guide on Affordability, available here on the Parent Portal to learn more about the Financial Support program. 

Diwali Prayers & Reception

The Upper School will be acknowledging Diwali during Prayers on Monday, November 6. Parents and grandparents are invited to join us for this event, following which there will be a reception for those families in attendance. Please fill out this Google form if you would like to attend: US RSVP Form.  

Parent Teacher Interview Sign-up Opens Next Week

The pickAtime booking system will open on Thursday, November 2 at 12:00 pm. Here is the link for pickAtime: LINK.  The sign-up will close Monday, November 13 at 5:00 pm.  After pickAtime closes, the only way to book appointments is by emailing teachers directly; only they will be able to add to their schedules.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

St. Andrew’s & St. Anne’s Dance – Friday, November 24

On Friday, November 24, St. Andrew’s and St. Anne’s will be hosting a COSSOT dance. Students will be sent a form on Monday, Oct 30 at 8:00 am. Those who wish to attend this dance can indicate their interest in this form. Sign-up will close on Friday, November 3 at 8:00 am. Students will be selected by lottery and notified if they have been selected for the dance on November 14.

In Form Next Week

On Monday, we will host our annual halloween door decorating contest. Each Form is asked to select a theme and to bring in supplies to decorate. Winning Forms will be announced at the Halloween assembly on Oct 31.

Three times a year, we host Grade 12 chats with our MS students. Next week, our senior students will be visiting Forms to have discussions about attending a school dance. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

Virtual Information Session for Rowing Parents – Thursday, November 2

There will be an information session on Thursday, November 2 from 7:00 – 8:00 pm for all athletes and their families who are interested in the Havergal rowing program. The session will be led by Michael Greig, Head Rowing Coach.  

The session aims to answer questions about the rowing season such as the tryout process (including the team selection document), expectations about commitments to practices and racing, associated costs, etc. 

Please join the meeting via this zoom link. 

University Visits

Individual University Reps will be visiting Havergal College to speak to Grade 11 and 12 students during the lunch hour from 12:15 pm -1:00 pm or after school from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm in room B16. This is a great opportunity to see what the universities offer.

Thursday, November 2 from 3:30 pm – 4:15pm

• University of Calgary

Thursday, November 9 from 3:30 pm-4:15 pm

• Ivey Business School

Friday, December 1 from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

• Queen’s University 

In Advising Next Week

Grade 9s will continue to get to know Havergal and one another with a special game designed by their Grade 9 Representatives. Grade 10 students will have a second prep session for the OSSLT exam. Grade 11 students will continue to work through their leadership, wellbeing and EDIB modules. Finally, our Grads will have another university counselling session to help prepare them for the road ahead, answering any questions they may have. 

REMINDERS

OSSLT Preparation Continues

In Advisory on Wednesday morning, students will log in and test the software they downloaded last week to allow them to write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy test at Havergal on November 14. Students will receive this reminder email on Monday morning.

Ivy Market

Save the date for this fantastic holiday market and cocktail party. Watch your inbox for more details on Monday!

HCPA Coffee Mornings

Don’t forget to RSVP! The HCPA is hosting two coffee mornings in the beautiful Biowall/Student Commons space at the Upper School from 8:00 – 9:30 am! RSVP to hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com. 

• Wednesday, November 8: Grades 10 to 12 parents
• Wednesday, December 6: Grades 7, 8 and 9 parents

Next Week in the Upper School

Tues Oct 31      

Halloween Assembly (dress up day)

Wed Nov 1      

Learning Skills Report Cards available to parents at 4pm

Thurs Nov 2     

Upper School Winter Sports Registration Opens at 8am

Pick-A-Time System Opens for Parent-Teacher Interviews at 12pm

Rowing Parent Meeting 7pm

Fri Nov 3         

MS Havergal Dance 7pm

UPPER SCHOOL

Parent Teacher Interviews in November

Parent Teacher Interviews will be held virtually on Thursday, November 16, from 3:00 to 8:00pm; and on Friday, November 17, from 8:00am to 4:00pm.  The pickAtime booking system will open on Thursday, November 2 at 12:00pm and will close Monday, November 13 at 5:00pm.  After pickAtime closes, the only way to book appointments is by emailing teachers directly.

Please ensure your Zoom account is updated. Linked HERE are the Zoom instructions. Every Zoom meeting will have 1451 as the passcode. During your interviews, please advise the teacher if the student you are discussing is in the room; they should be visible to the teacher.

If you are the parent of two or more daughters that have the same teacher, or if you are the parent of three or more Upper School students please contact Sally Danto at sdanto@havergal.on.ca.

Security Updates

Starting October 16, 2023, our Facilities team will be starting Phase 1 of the upgrade of our security systems. This includes the installation of new security cameras, replacing cameras that have aged out of usefulness, and new intercom stations. The new security cameras will be installed in the corridors and dining hall for both the Upper School and the Junior School. These cameras will assist the security team in protecting stakeholders, property and information in a more efficient future-forward manner including improved response time to unforeseen conditions. This will also ensure that Havergal College remains as the apex for security compared to its CAIS peers.

The cameras and intercom stations will be monitored by trained and dedicated Havergal security staff, allowing for effective and instantaneous communication with staff, students, and visitors to our campus.  

Learning Skills Report Card

Please see this LINK to learn more information about your child’s Learning Skills Report Card which will be available on Wednesday, November 1 at 4:00 pm.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Advising

This week, students have been honing their organizational skills. Students are learning how to write emails, organize Google folders, and navigate Canvas. With COSSOT social events upon us, during Form time we will turn our attention to relationships. Students will learn about the different types of relationships they can have, including family, friends and romantic relationships. We will focus on the characteristics of a healthy relationship and how to build positive relationships.

Havergal College Middle School Dance

The registration for the Havergal Middle School Dance opened last Friday, Oct 13. Interested students who have not registered for the dance which takes place on Friday, November 3 should sign up HERE. The registration will close on Monday Oct 23 at 4:00pm. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

Next Week in Advising

On Wednesday morning Grade 9 students will be exploring the big questions “Who am I?” and “Who are we?” For the next two Wednesdays, Grade 10 students will be preparing to write the OSSLT which takes place on Wednesday, November 14. Grade 11 students continue to explore Leadership, EDIB, and Wellbeing.  And our Grads will be meeting three Old Girl entrepreneurs who will be talking about their careers and taking questions from the students.

University Visits

Individual University Reps will be visiting Havergal College to speak to Grade 11 and 12 students during the lunch hour from 12:15-1:00pm or after school from 3:30-4:15pm in room B16. This is a great opportunity to see what the universities offer.

Thursday, October 26 from 3:30-4:15pm

• Brandeis University (Waltham, Massachusetts)

Monday, October 30 from 3:30-4:15pm

• Bond University (Australia)

HCPA

US Grade Rep Meeting

Be sure to join us at our next Upper School Grade Rep meeting – Tuesday, October 24 at 8:45am (JS Dining Hall). All parents are welcome! Nicole Cozier, Executive Director, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging will be our special guest. 

Coffee Mornings

Join us for coffee and conversation in the beautiful Biowall/Student Commons space at the Upper School from 8:00 – 9:30 am! (RSVP to hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com). 

• Wednesday, November 8: Grades 10 to 12 parents
• Wednesday, December 6: Grades 7, 8 and 9 parents

REMINDERS

Special Alumnus Speaker: Joanna Griffiths, CEO, Knixwear

Date: Thursday, October 26

Time: 7 – 9 pm

Ticket Details – Cost: $25 per person. 

Link to Register:  HERE

Order Your Child’s School Portrait Now

Beat the holiday rush and order your child’s school portrait now!

To view your photos, visit echophotography.ca/havergal2023. When prompted for a password, enter your daughter’s student ID number. Ordering is a breeze, and you can customize your prints or digitals with a variety of options to suit your preferences. If you have any questions or special requests, don’t hesitate to contact Cameron Hubbs at cameron@echophotography.ca or by text at 905-3557.

Ivy Market – Tuesday, November 21

Save the date for this fantastic holiday market and cocktail party. More details will arrive in your inbox on October 30.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Thursday, October 26

 Joanna Griffiths, registration required,  7 – 9 pm

Friday, October 27

Grade 7 & 8 Immunization Clinic

UPPER SCHOOL

Important Upper School Message

In Prayers on Thursday morning, Upper School students, faculty and staff gathered as a community to reflect and hold space to acknowledge those impacted by the terrorist attacks on Israel and the ensuing acts of violence in both Israel and Gaza. Ms. Norberg and Rev. Ruch shared that in times of profound tragedy and helplessness it is important to check in on one another, listen with compassion and engage in necessary self-care to remain grounded. We are mindful of the effect that disturbing imagery and commentary can have and, as such, we have suggested that students consider limiting their social media usage in the coming days. During these uncertain times, students may seek more information online; however, they were encouraged to reference reputable news sources and do their best to find moments to disconnect. 

To help your child maintain a balance between staying informed and minimizing stress, consider asking them some of the following questions:

• What are you seeing on your social media feeds?
• Do you have any questions about what you’re seeing? 
• How are you feeling about what you’re seeing?
• How do you know if what you’re reading and seeing is from a reliable source?
• Are there social media accounts that might be best to unfollow right now?

Over the course of the week we have connected with students and faculty both individually and collectively. In particular, our Jewish Student Affinity faculty leads held space for students during each lunch period this week. In Form and TA, Grade 10 students talked about allyship as a key element of community building, care and connection.   

As always, school supports are available to our students should they require any additional guidance or conversation with trusted adults. If you are worried about your child, please reach out to your child’s guidance counsellor as a starting point for a discussion about their wellbeing.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

COSSOT Dance Sign-up

Middle School students must register their interest in attending the Havergal Dance using the Google form that was sent to them this morning at 8 am. Once the students have completed the form, a registration link will be sent to their parents.

Middle School Gator Games

The moment has finally arrived: registration for Middle School Gator Games is now open! Sports Prefects, Kaitlyn and Paige, Sports Council members, Ms. Di Filippo and Ms. Goodridge are thrilled to invite you to the 2023 Middle School Gator Games. This team has been working hard to make the event a memorable one for your family. 

For registration and more information, click on Middle School Gator Games. Registration will close on Tuesday, October 17 at 12 pm.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Grade 9 Parents: Take Our Kids to Work Day

Wednesday, November 01 is Take Our Kids to Work Day for Grade 9 students.  Please let us know using the Parent Portal if your child will not be at school that day.

In Advising This Week

This week each grade will focus on building relationships with their House group and advising team. In addition, team building activities will take place that focus on learning more about improving team dynamics when working together.

University Counselling and Guidance Updates

Canadian University Fair

All Grade 9 – 12 students and families are invited to the Canadian University Fair. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to explore Canadian Universities this Wednesday, October 18 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall.

October University Visits

Individual University Reps will be visiting Havergal College to speak to Grade 11 and 12 students during the lunch hour from 12:15 pm – 1 pm or after school from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm in room B16. This is a great opportunity to see what the universities offer.

Monday, October 16 from 12:15 pm – 1 pm

• Boston University (Boston, Massachusetts)

Monday, October 16 from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

• Georgetown University (Washington, D.C.)

Tuesday, October 17 from 12:15 pm – 1 pm

• Syracuse University (Syracuse, New York)
• Union College (Schenectady, New York)
• Hamilton College (Clinton, New York)
• Colgate University (Hamilton, New York)

Tuesday, October 17 from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

• Oberlin College (Oberlin, Ohio)

Friday, October 20th from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

• Elon University (Elon, North Carolina)

Thursday, October 26 from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

• Brandeis University (Waltham, Massachusetts)

Monday, October 30 from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

• Bond University (Australia)

HCPA

Grade Rep Meetings

All parents are welcome to attend the US Grade Rep meeting – Tuesday, October 24 at 8:45 am (Junior School Dining Hall). Nicole Cozier, Executive Director, Equity Diversity and Inclusion at HC will be our special guest.

REMINDERS

Special Alumnus Speaker – Joanna Griffiths, CEO Knixwear

Date: Thursday, October 26

Time: 7 – 9 pm

Ticket Details – Cost: $25 per person. 

Link to Register: HERE

Drama Retreat

 The CastAway Drama Retreat, will take place at Mono Cliffs Outdoor Education Centre over the weekend of October 20 – 22. Students will board the bus from Havergal at 4 pm on Friday, October 20, and return to Havergal by 12 pm Sunday, October 22. This trip is in partnership with Crescent School.

HCPA Coffee Mornings

Don’t forget to RSVP (hcpa.parentevents@gmail.com) for the upcoming HCPA coffee mornings, to be held from 8 am to 9:30 am in the Upper School’s Biowall / Student Commons. We hope you will be able to join us.

Wednesday, November 08: Grades 10, 11, 12 Parents

Wednesday, December 06: Grades 7, 8, 9 Parents

Ivy Market

Save the date for Ivy Market – Tuesday, November 21. More details coming soon!

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Monday, October 16

Gator Day – Dress Up Day for all Upper School students (Green & Gold)

Wednesday, October 18

Open House #1 Dress required for all Upper School students

Canadian University Fair 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Thursday, October 19

Gator Games 5 – 9 pm

Friday, October 20

Senior School CastAway Retreat busses leave Havergal at 4 pm

MS COSSOT Dance at Royal St. George’s College 7 – 9 pm