UPPER SCHOOL

Celebration Saturday

Celebration Saturday is just around the corner! Watch for an email on Monday, September 11 with details about purchasing wristbands and tickets. We can’t wait to see everyone on Saturday, September 23!

Drop-off Instructions

Dropping off and picking up students can be a stressful time — especially when drivers are late, pressed for time, and otherwise in a hurry to begin their day. It is also a time when student safety can be unnecessarily compromised. At Havergal, signage very clearly demarcates drop-off and pick-up locations. 

1. Drive past the bend to the end of the driveway to drop off.  Most drivers do not move all the way up, past the main doors, to drop off passengers. This impedes traffic flow patterns significantly and is the number one cause for traffic congestion. 
2. Comply with Security directions.  It is always helpful to make eye contact with Security personnel so that you can follow their signals and directions.
3. Drop off on the right hand side of the driveway. Drop off is permitted only along the curb closest to the front steps of the Upper School, which is duly noted by signage. 
4. Signal your intention to other drivers and Security by using your turn signal.
5. Don’t park at the curb after drop off. Some drivers stay parked after dropping off their passenger(s) in order to check their phones. This impedes traffic flow patterns significantly and slows the entire process down.
6. Passengers should be ready to exit the vehicle safely and promptly. Items stored in the trunk should be easily accessible. 
7. Keep the crosswalk clear. 

Please be courteous and respectful of fellow drivers and members of Havergal’s Security Team. The safety and wellbeing of our students depend on your following through on the school’s expectations around drop-off and pick-up.

Reporting Student Attendance Reminders

A link for reporting attendance is available directly on the Parent Portal homepage. We recommend you bookmark the link. Instructions for using Veracross can be found here. It is important to review these instructions and be familiar with how to report a student absence through Veracross.

Jewish High Holidays Prayers & Reception

The Upper School will be acknowledging Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur during Prayers on Monday, September 18. Parents and grandparents are warmly invited to join us for this event, following which there will be a reception for those families in attendance. An invitation and RSVP form will be emailed to Upper School families. 

Arts Updates

A reminder that some Arts co-curriculars involve both online registration and an in-person audition sign up.  This is true for all Drama and Choir ensembles. Students registering for the 9-12 Symphonic Band and Concert Winds are asked to both register and sign up for an in-person audition, as they will be placed in one of the two groups.

We are also looking ahead to our annual Music Retreat at Campfire Circle!  Registration will open soon.

Finally, the Grade 10 Visual Arts field trip to Rice Lake will take place on Wednesday September 13th. Rice Lake Gallery is an outdoor sculpture centre, with hundreds of sculptures installed in a park-like setting. 

Athletics Updates

Fall Athetics Registration

Fall Athletics Schedule

Green & Gold Shop Back-to-School Promotion

Get 10% off all HOUSE SPIRIT WEAR from September 4th – September 23rd (Celebration Saturday)! Available Online & In-Store. Show off your house spirit on CelSat by getting yours today!

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School is Going to Camp!

• Grade 7 camp drop off is at 6:45am on Monday September 11, at the Upper School. 
• Grade 8 camp drop off is at 6:45 am on Wednesday September 13, at the Upper School.

Sending medication to camp?

If your child takes prescription medication and is going on a Middle School excursion next week, we are anticipating that they will hand their medication to their trip lead and it will be taken to the nurse on site for storage and administration. Ms. Goodridge is the trip lead for the Grade 7 trip.  Ms. Koekkoek is the trip lead for the Grade 8 trip. Middle School students will not self administer their medication.

The parent(s) or guardian(s) of the student are responsible for delivering the required medication in a “tamper-proof” container.  This container must have a pharmaceutical sticker attached, which clearly indicates the name of the child, and directions for the administration and storage of the medication. 

Swim tests for Grade 8 Students

Grade 8 students who have not already completed their swim tests, will do so on Monday, Sept 11th. Please be sure to pack your bathing suit on Monday. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

Camp is for Senior School Students, too!

Fall Trips Leaving this Wednesday, September 13th

Please complete one of these two waivers if you have not already done so. 

• Grade 12: Campfire Circle Waiver
• Grade 9: Camp New Moon Waiver 

Waivers should be returned to B10 or emailed to Ms. Danto. 

• Grade 9 departs from Junior School at 7 am (drop off 6:45 am)
• Grade 12 departs from Senior School at 7 am (drop off 6:45 am)

Sending medication to camp?

If your child takes prescription medication and is going on a Senior School excursion next week, we are anticipating that they will handle their own prescription medication administration. 

If your child would like assistance with medication administration or reminders about taking medication, please contact your child’s trip leader.  Please send the medication in a tamper proof, pharmacy labelled container with the dose, frequency and medication name, so that our trip leaders can appropriately assist and identify what medication is being taken.  This information should be presented to the trip leader upon arrival if it is not already recorded in Magnus Health.  

University Counselling & Guidance Updates

Students in Grade 9-12 who attended summer school and received their report card, please send your report to the Guidance Coordinator, Ms. Ellis at tellis@havergal.on.ca for it to be added onto your transcript.

During camp from September 13th -15th, Grade 11 and 12 students will be exploring University options with the Guidance Counsellors.

All students are encouraged to make an appointment through the Guidance Portal on Veracross to discuss matters of student life and academic planning with their Guidance Counsellor. Please use the yellow “Book A Meeting” button to schedule appointments with your guidance counsellor. Guidance Counsellors also have their bookable link in their email signature.

Please fill out this form for course requests. Please remember that requests for teacher changes or being placed with friends cannot be accommodated as student placement is based on keeping class sizes balanced.

Does Your Grad Need Another Hoodie?

If you wish to purchase another hoodie for your Grad, please complete this form by Tuesday, September 19th. 

FORUM FOR CHANGE

HC-X – Havergal’s Innovation Hub: Digital Microcredential in Design Thinking & Entrepreneurship

There is still room for students in Grades 9-12 to enrol in the Design Thinking & Entrepreneurship digital microcredential, which begins Monday, September 18th. For more information, please view the Design Thinking & Entrepreneurship course description or contact Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X. 

HCPA

HCPA Pre-loved Uniform Sale in the Senior School

Be sure to drop by the Ellen Knox Library on Tuesday, September 19th during People & Program Night. The sale will take place from 5 to 8 pm.

Celebration Saturday Bazaar & Silent Auction

Are you interested in being a vendor at The Bazaar? Contact Martha Fell (martha@jaxxandmarbles.com) and complete this form and contract.  Please consider donating to our Silent Auction!  Please click here for more details.

REMINDERS

Senior School People & Program Evening – Tuesday, September 19th

Please join us in the Brenda Robson Hall and then meet your daughter’s teachers. In addition, there is a university information session for Grade 12 parents at the end of the evening. You will receive an email with your personalised schedule on Monday, September 18. 

Arts Co-curricular Registration

Registration for the following groups is available on Veracross until September 18th, with Auditions Sept 12th – 22nd: 

Middle School Performing Arts Activities

• Havergal Youth Theatre (Middle School Play) 
• Middle School Choir 

• Middle School Dance Club 
• Middle School Musical Theatre

Senior School Performing Arts Activities 

• Concert Band 
• Wind Ensemble 
• Senior Orchestra 
• Jazz Combo 
• Senior Choir 
• Chamber Choir
• Upper School Play 
• Upper School Play @ Crescent School
• One Act Plays (grades 11-12) (Winter – Spring) 
• Dance Troupe

NASA Space Camp is Back!

Havergal is very excited to provide this awesome excursion opportunity again. HC is returning to the US Space and Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama. If your child is interested in adventure, immersive STEM experiences, or leadership opportunities, this is the chance of a lifetime! More information about the application and selection process will be shared with the HC community during Prayers next week.  

When? Nov 5-11, 2023 (week before mid-term break)

Where? U.S. Space & Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama

Who? Gr. 7-12 students can apply 

How? Interested students can apply with a video application to Ms. Loyola  by 6pm on Mon, September 18, 2023.

Application Details – can be found HERE.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon Sept 11

Grade 7 overnight camp, departs 7 am at the Upper School

Wed Sept 13

Grade 8, Gr 12 overnight camps depart:  7 am at the Upper School

Grade 9 overnight camp depart: 7 am at the Junior School

Rice Lake Gr 10 Visual Arts trip

Fri Sept 15

Gr 8 overnight camp returns: 1 pm at the Upper School

Gr 9 overnight camp returns: 2:30 pm the Junior School

Gr 12 overnight camp returns:  2:30 at the Upper School

UPPER SCHOOL

Introducing the 2023 Chronicle Magazine: A Tribute to Havergal’s Legacy

Explore the captivating stories and enduring influence of our remarkable Havergal Old Girls/Alum in the newly unveiled 2023 Chronicle magazine. This edition is a tribute to the incredible journeys and connections that shape our community.

Embracing Change and Sustainability

We’re excited to embark on a new chapter as we transition to a digital magazine format. This shift not only embraces modern preferences but also upholds our commitment to sustainability and environmental well-being.

Discover Chronicle HERE

Student Support

Navigating adolescence can be challenging. At Havergal, we believe that the proactive and relational support of all students contributes to their overall wellbeing and ability to thrive in all areas of their life. Students have access to a wide range of support to help them in exploring their future pathways, their social-emotional development and their learning skills. A full description of Havergal’s student support can be found in the Family Handbook.

The student support team is comprised of:

Role	Support Available
Guidance Counsellors	Guidance can support students with course selection, timetable updates, pathway planning (university, career), and social-emotional concerns (relationships, conflict, identity, grief, etc.) Information on course change requests and guidance counsellors is linked here.
Learning Strategists	Support students with an Individual Education Plan.
Social Workers	Havergal has two registered Social Workers available to students for short-term therapeutic counselling and can assist with referral to external community supports.
Health Centre	The Health Centre is open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and is proactive about and responsive to all aspects of student health.
Chaplain	The Chaplain is available to students, staff and parents to support any pastoral needs that may arise.

NASA Space Camp is Back!

Havergal is very excited to provide this awesome excursion opportunity again. HC is returning to the US Space and Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama. If your child is interested in adventure, immersive STEM experiences, or leadership opportunities, this is the chance of a lifetime! More information about the application and selection process will be shared with the HC community during Prayers next week.  

When? Nov 5-11, 2023 (week before mid-term break)

Where? U.S. Space & Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama

Who? Gr. 7-12 students can apply 

How? Interested students can apply with a video application to Ms. Loyola  by 6pm on Mon, September 18, 2023.

Application Details – can be found HERE.

IT News

We’re excited to be rolling out Canvas as the new learning management system for Grades 7-12 this year, replacing Google Classroom and Veracross class websites.  Students will be receiving training on how to use Canvas during their first week of school to help them make the most of this important tool.

Co-curricular Updates

A complete overview of the co-curricular program can be found in the Family Handbook here.

Athletics

Registration for fall athletic tryouts will open on Friday, September 1 and will close on Friday, September 8, 2023 at 8 pm. The athletic registration link is located in the Registration section of the Parent Portal. 
Please speak with your child before you register for fall tryouts. Students may try out for two teams not including yoga, tennis training and the coach mentor program. Review the fall schedule for specific teams prior to registration to ensure your child can commit to the practice and game schedule. Once tryouts are over, students may only participate on one school team, not including yoga, tennis training and the coach mentor program.

Arts

Co-Curricular registration will open on Veracross September 3 and close on September 18, with Auditions Sept 12 – 22, for the following opportunities for students: 

Middle School Performing Arts Activities

• Havergal Youth Theatre (Middle School Play) 
• Middle School Choir 

• Middle School Dance Club 
• Middle School Musical Theatre

            Senior School Performing Arts Activities 

• Concert Band 
• Wind Ensemble 
• Senior Orchestra 
• Jazz Combo 
• Senior Choir 
• Chamber Choir
• Upper School Play 
• Upper School Play @ Crescent School
• One Act Plays (grades 11-12) (Winter – Spring) 
• Dance Troupe 

Forum for Change Updates

Hive to Honey Jar Workshop

We will be hosting a “Hive to Honey Jar” workshop for students, faculty and staff at 4PM September 20 and 21. Stay tuned for sign ups; space is limited.

TRC Day is September 29th

We will be hosting several Indigenous workshops on this day. Stay tuned for our schedule where we honour Orange Shirt Day, and Indigenous resurgence. Students will sign up for workshops and be placed as best we can based on demand. Some of our workshops will include:

• Learning about the cultural significance of Lacrosse with Joe Valliere
• Experience the Giant Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada Floor Map
• Learn about Indigenous lives with Riley Yesno
• Experience an Indigenous-based Virtual Reality version of Toronto: Biidaabane

Global Learning Leading Diploma (GLLD)

We are excited to welcome back our GLLD students in grade 11-12 for another year filled with new experiences and learning. Applications for new students will open at the end of September. More information to come.

HC-X

Digital Microcredentials begin next week!

All students in Grades 9-12 are invited to complete a Digital Micro-credential in one of three after-school, synchronous, on-campus programs in:

• Artificial Intelligence
• PreMedical Studies
• Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship. 

These courses are offered in partnership with Harvard Student Agencies and InspiritAI’s Stanford/MIT Alum and a wonderful opportunity to explore a new interest in a small cohort of mixed-grade peers. 

CLICK HERE to register for Digital Microcredentials. Registration will be extended until Monday, September 4. Spaces are limited.
Please contact Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X, at acaplan@havergal.on.ca with any questions.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Fall Camps

During the week of September 11- 15 our Grade 7 and 8 students will be away at camp.

Please find important information regarding each camp below:

Grade 7 camp 

Grade 8 camp

Lunches Sept 5 – 8

We are excited to welcome our new and returning middle school students next week. Students will be required to bring their lunch to school on Thursday September 7. Lunch will be provided on the remaining days of school that week.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Fall Camps

Students will depart from both the Junior School and the Senior School as per the schedule below. You will receive an email once the buses have departed the camps, with their anticipated arrival time at Havergal. Please find a packing list here. If you have any questions please reach out to Deirdre Timusk (Grade 9&12). 

If your child is in Grade 9, please complete and submit this waiver for Camp New Moon. If your child is in Grade 7 or 12, please complete and submit this waiver for Campfire Circle Camp. These should be returned to Ms. Danto’s office in B10 as soon as possible.

Grade	Departure	Return
9	Wednesday, September 13 Junior School  7:00 am (drop off 6:45 am)	Friday, September 15 Junior School Approximately 2:30 pm
12	Wednesday, September 13 Senior School 7:00 am (drop off at 6:45)	Friday, September 15 Senior SchoolApproximately 3:00 pm

Families who have not completed the Havergal College Permission form will receive a reminder message. Please remember to update Magnus with your child’s health information. 

NOTES FROM THE HCPA

e sure to drop by the Ellen Knox Library during People and Program Nights (September 7 – Middle School and September 19 – Senior School) for the HCPA’s Pre-Loved Uniform Sale.  Both sales will run from 5 to 8 pm in the Ellen Knox Library located just inside the main doors. .

There are still a few vendor spots left at the Celebration Saturday Bazaar! Please email Martha Fell (martha@jaxxandmarbles.com) and complete this form and contract if you are interested in participating.

Do you have an item to donate to our amazing Silent Auction? Click here for more details. All of the profits from this event benefit HC’s Community Partners.

REMINDERS

Grad Information for the Upcoming Year

This letter was included in the summer mailing on August 24. There are many events you wouldn’t want to miss! 

People and Program Infomation Evenings

Our People and Program Evenings provide you with an opportunity to meet your child’s teachers and hear an overview of the curriculum for each course.. Full details may be found in the links below. You will receive an email with your personalized schedule just prior to this event. 

MS People & Program Evening – Thursday, September 7, 6 – 9 pm 

SS People & Program Evening – Tuesday, September 19, 6 – 9 pm

Student Cards Update

Due to several instances of fraud last year, as of Monday, September 11, students must have their physical Havergal student ID card to purchase items in the Hawkins Dining Room servery. Replacement cards are $20.00.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Monday, September 4 

• Boarding Students arrive and move in

Tuesday September 5 – Orientation Day

• Professional Development Day for Employees
• New Students, Jr. Ambassadors and Student Leaders only, lunch provided
• Regular Dress (Uniform)

Wednesday, September 6 – Opening Day

• Photo Day for all Upper School students
• #1 Dress (Uniform)

Thursday, September 7

• #1 Dress (Uniform)
• First Day of Classes: Day 1, 8:30 am 
• Parents: MS People and Program Night @ 6-9 pm  

Friday, September 8

• Late Start: 9:30 am 
• BBQ lunch provided for students 
• Regular Dress (Uniform)
• Athletic Registration closes 8 pm 

UPPER SCHOOL

Summer Messages – Preparing for the 2023-2024 School Year

You will receive two important emails this summer with information for the upcoming school year. The first message will be sent on Wednesday, July 5 and the second message on Wednesday, August 23. 

Global Learning Leading Diploma

On Thursday June 1, 2023, successful graduating students were acknowledged for the completion of the Global Learning Leading Diploma (GLLD) program through the Forum for Change. Each student was awarded a pin as a symbol of their commitment and hard work in the program. 

One of the intents of the program is to explore the world’s interconnectedness and the importance of fostering compassion, empathy and respect across cultures and boundaries. As a group, these individuals have delved into the issues that affect our world – from climate change and poverty to inequality and injustice. Each of the GLLD recipients have shown the ability to think critically and propose innovative approaches that bridge divides and foster unity.

The Forum for Change will open up applications to the program for students in grades 10 and 11 in early Fall. 

Student Applications for the Global Learning Project: Morocco & Spain, March 8 – 18, 2024

Join us on Monday, June 19th for an Introduction to Georgia Hardy Tours, trip provider for Spain and Morocco. Student and Parent Information Session: Zoom Link  10:45–11:30 a.m. 

*In coordination with Crescent School families

• Review of the trip itinerary
• General intro to risk management, including discussion of some specific risks in this program,
• Question & answer period

Application deadlines are extended to June 21st. Please CLICK HERE to access the student application. Please reach out to Garth Nichols at gnichols@havergal.on.ca with any questions. 

FINAL SUMMER REMINDERS

Please return your library books, athletic uniforms, music books, and instruments!

Green & Gold Shop Closes this Friday, June 16

The Green & Shop will close for summer holidays on Friday, June 16 and reopen on Tuesday, August 8. It will also be closed on the Friday of the Labour Day holiday, September 1. 

Orange Shirt Day – Order by Friday, June 16

If you would like a t-shirt, please fill out the Google Order Form.

Report Cards Available June 21

Report cards will be available online at 9 am on Wednesday, June 21.

How to Access Student Files

1. Sign into the Veracross Parent Portal
2. In the upper left, select My Children, then select Student Files under the child you wish you view
3. In the Files section, select Download next to the file you wish to view

Marian Wood House Clothing Drive

While you are cleaning out your closet this summer, we ask that you save old clothes that are in  good condition to donate to the thrift for Celebration Saturday in support of our community partnerships. 

HCPA UPDATES & REMINDERS

Mabel’s Labels

Don’t forget to order labels for your children’s clothing for summer camp! Click HERE to order.

Pre-loved Uniforms & Used Textbooks

Thanks to everyone who dropped off items this morning! You will have another opportunity to donate used textbooks in the fall or you may ship or drop off to CSBE directly following the instructions in your CSBE account. Please feel free to drop off gently used uniforms in our Pre-Loved bins any time!

UPPER SCHOOL

Used Technology Drive

Havergal will be hosting a used technology drive this year in partnership with reBOOT, an Ontario based organization that collects used technology and, after restoring it, donates it to non-profits, community centres, and people with limited access to technology. Bring your used technology (iphones, ipads, computers, etc – please see image for more information) to the HC Rotunda on Wednesday June 14 from 8:30am – 12:00pm (the same time and date as used textbook collection). We will also be collecting your used devices in the HC Driveway from 7:30am – 8:30am so you can easily drop off your donations without having to come into the building. 

For information on how to wipe your device to protect your privacy before donation please click LINK.  Please note that reBOOT will also wipe the devices when restoring them, but if it makes you feel more comfortable to do so, you can do it yourself before donating. For more information on reBOOT and their work pleaser visit: reBOOT Canada 

If you have any questions please email cdoyle@havergal.on.ca or sdoyle@havergal.on.ca 

Thank you, and see you June 14th for the technology drive! 

Report Cards

Report cards will be available online at 9 am on Wednesday, June 21.

How to Access Student Files

1. Sign into the Veracross Parent Portal
2. In the upper left, select My Children, then select Student Files under the child you wish you view
3. In the Files section, select Download next to the file you wish to view

Green & Gold Summer Dates

The Green & Shop will close for summer holidays on Friday, June 16 and reopen on Tuesday, August 8. It will also be closed on the Friday of the Labour Day holiday, September 1. The G&G wishes you a relaxing summer!

Athletic Uniforms due by June 14

Please take a look at home for any Havergal sports uniforms. All uniforms need to be returned to the Athletics Department by June 14th. Accounts will be billed for any unreturned athletics uniforms. 

Global Learning Project: Morocco & Spain Parent Information Session – Monday, June 19

Introduction to Georgia Hardy Tours, trip provider for Spain and Morocco 

• Review of the trip itinerary
• General intro to risk management, including discussion of some specific risks in this program,

• Question & answer period
• Parent Information Session: Zoom Link – 10:45–11:30 a.m. *In coordination with Crescent School families

Student applications for the Global Learning Project: Morocco & Spain, March 8th – 18th, 2024. Application deadlines are extended to June 21st. Please CLICK HERE to access the student application. Please reach out to Garth Nichols at gnichols@havergal.on.ca with any questions. 

HCPA REMINDERS

HCPA Fundraising Goal Goal Achieved!

Thank you to all parents who contributed to our fundraising efforts this year. We donated over $70,000 to Havergal College as a result of your generosity! Please see the June Grade Rep Email for more details.

Mabel’s Labels

Need labels for your kid’s clothes for summer camp? Click HERE to order labels.

Celebration Saturday is back! September 23

The HCPA plays an important role in Celebration Saturday and we look forward to working with the school on this extraordinary event.  Did you know that 100% of the profits go directly to HC’s Community Partners? 

We will be looking for many volunteers to help on the 23rd but there are also other ways you can be involved.  Have you always wanted to sell your wares at a Bazaar? Whether you are a parent, a student, an Old Girl/Alum, a teacher or staff member—this is your chance!  Do you have an item or experience you would like to donate to the Silent Auction? We would welcome your donation.  Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks. If you know you are interested now, please feel free to email hcpa.committee@gmail.com and we will add you to our contact list.

REMINDERS

Please return your library books, music books, and  instruments!

NASA Space Camp Extended Deadline for Application!

Havergal is very excited to provide this awesome excursion opportunity again: 

When? Nov 5-11, 2023 (week before mid-term break)

Where? U.S. Space & Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama

Who? Current Gr. 7-11 students can apply now, to attend in the fall

How? Interested students can apply with a video application to Ms. Loyola 

by midnight on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

If you missed it, you can watch the Parent Information Session HERE.

If required, financial aid is available here. 

Orange Shirt Day – Order by June 16

The Truth and Reconciliation Student Committee has been busy planning for TRC Week 2023. The students are partnering with an Indigenous-owned, Toronto based company (Resist Clothing Co.). Please see this slide deck to access the order form and for information about the t-shirt design, sizing and clothing company. If you would like a t-shirt, please fill out the Google Order Form by JUNE 16th. 

Request from Marian Wood House – Clothing Drive

While you are cleaning out your closet this summer, we ask that you save old clothes that are in  good condition to donate to the thrift for Celebration Saturday in support of our community partnerships. 

Pre-loved Uniforms

Don’t forget to drop off gently used uniform items on June 14 at the Upper School. Drop off in the US laneway from 7:30 – 8 am OR in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30 am – 12 noon. If you aren’t able to drop off on the 14th, you can use our new bin (just inside the glass door entrance) any time!

Used Book Donation Drive

Mark your calendars to drop off used textbooks and general books on June 14! Drop off curbside from 7:30 – 8 am OR drop off in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30am – 12 noon. We will accept all used general books including children’s books, adult novels, cookbooks etc.  All proceeds from book sales support the HCPA fundraising goals.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon Jun 12

Middle School & Senior School Exams

Tue Jun 13

Middle School & Senior School Exams

Wed Jun 14

Last day for exams; Last day at school for students 

Drop off used uniforms, used books, used technology!

Rowing Banquet: 6 pm – US Dining Hall 

Thu Jun 15

Grade 11 & 12: Candlelight Ceremony: 6 pm (Student only event)

Fri Jun 15

Graduation for Class 2023: 10 am 

UPPER SCHOOL

Orange Shirt Day – September 2023 – Order Now!

The Truth and Reconciliation Student Committee has been busy planning for TRC Week 2023. The students are partnering with an Indigenous-owned, Toronto-based company, Resist Clothing Co. to sell Sept 2023 Orange Shirt Day t-shirts. Please see the attached slide deck for information about the clothing company, the t-shirt design, and sizing. There is a Google Order Form linked in the Orange Shirt Day Announcement HERE. If you would like simply to order a shirt without visiting the four-page slide deck, you can click HERE. T-shirts must be ordered by JUNE 16th to avoid disappointment.

Athletics Uniforms

If you have any athletics uniform items at home, please return them to Ms. D in the PE Office. Unreturned athletic uniforms will be billed to student accounts. 

Band Student Reminders

Please remember to return all Havergal instruments, accessories, music, and folders by Friday June 9th. If you wish to keep your instrument over the summer, please speak to or email your child’s band teacher.

Exam Support

During the duration of exams, Guidance, Learning Support and Social Work will be available for any students that may require some additional support. For easier access, the Social Work Team will be available in room B62 (near the double gym) and B55 (near the ETR)for both morning and afternoon exams daily. Please connect with any of these student supports, if you have questions or concerns. 

Spring Athletic Awards

This past Monday, we celebrated our spring athletic teams during assembly. It was a fun and engaging assembly where MVP’s and Coaches Awards were given out as well as major athletic awards such as Overall Participation Award, the Sportsmanship Cup and the Athletes of the Year. To see all award winners, please click on the links below:

Spring Athletics MVP & Coaches Awards

Athletes of the Year & Overall Participation Award

Request from Marian Wood House: Save Your Clothes!

The Havergal Thrift is back at Celebration Saturday! While you are cleaning out your closet this summer, we ask that you save old clothes that are in  good condition to donate to the Thrift for Celebration Saturday in support of our community partnerships. Students are looking for clothes that would be suitable for teenagers and adults. Hang on to them until September and then we will begin collecting them. Thank you!   Evalyn and the MW team. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Celebrate Grade 8

Students in Grade 8 will be celebrated during a ceremony in the Brenda Robson Hall on Friday, June 9th at 3pm. Please join us for a reception following the ceremony.

Next Week in Form

Next week, the Grade 8 students will learn about the TC-9 program that they will participate in Grade 9. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to have two study sessions where they can ask teachers questions about their courses. Please ensure that your child has their study materials with them on Monday and Tuesday during Form time.

Middle School classes are taking place Monday through Friday.

Grade 8 Fall Camp Registration

Current grade 7 parents will be sent the AAR risk form on Friday June 2nd. Please complete the registration from no later than Wednesday, June 7.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Morning Programming for Grade 9

Grade 9 classes are taking place Monday and Tuesday. Monday there will be a Grade 9 Prayers where students will learn about leadership requirements for the next school year, community service and experiential education information. There will also be a fun activity organized by their Grade Reps. On Tuesday, June 6th, students will be able to study during morning programming and go to see their teachers for extra help for their exams. Locations for the Grade 9 extra help rooms will be shared with the students. 

REMINDERS

Please return your libary books, music books and musical instruments!

Student Applications for the Global Learning Project: Morocco & Spain, March 8 – 18, 2024

Application deadline is extended to June 21st. Please CLICK HERE to access the student application. There will be an information evening June 19th via Zoom.

Student Files in the Veracross Portal

During their time at Havergal, students will receive a number academic reports in addition to their Havergal report card, such as for the Grade 10 literacy test, and the Digital Wisdom and TC-9 courses. 

How to Access Student Files

1. Sign into the Veracross Parent Portal
2. In the upper left, select My Children, then select Student Files under the child you wish you view
3. In the Files section, select Download next to the file you wish to view

Getting Ready for Exams

As teachers and students get ready for exams, parents might want to review the student exam instructions on this document.

NASA Space Camp is Back!

Havergal is very excited to provide this awesome excursion opportunity again: 

When? Nov 5-11, 2023 (week before mid-term break)

Where? U.S. Space & Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama

Who? Current Gr. 7-11 students can apply now, to attend in the fall

How? Interested students can apply with a video application to Ms. Loyola 

by midnight (12:00 AM) TONIGHT, Friday, June 2, 2023.

Forum for Change: Trip to Morocco & Spain with Crescent – March 8-18, 2024

We will be accepting applications from current Grade 9-11 students. Students must complete THIS FORM by June 5th. Successful applicants will be invited for a follow up interview. Participants will be selected before the end of the school year.

Fall Camps Registration is open – due June 5 – Class of 2024 & Class of 2027

Please find here all the links you will need to learn more and register your daughter. 

• Parent Information Video Grade 9 –  Camp New Moon – Sept 13-15
  • Link to register here 
  • Grade 9 waiver, please sign and send back to Ms. Danto in B10
• Parent Information Video Grade 12 –  Campfire Circle – Sept 13-15
  • Link to register here 
  • Grade 12 waiver  please sign and send back to Ms. Danto in B10

Registration is due on Monday, June 5 

Pre-loved Uniforms

Don’t forget to drop off gently used uniform items on June 14 at the Upper School. Drop off in the US laneway from 7:30 – 8 am OR in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30 am – 12 noon. If you aren’t able to drop off on the 14th, you can use our new bin (just inside the glass door entrance) any time!

Used Book Donation Drive

Mark your calendars to drop off used textbooks and general books on June 14! Drop off curbside from 7:30 – 8:00 am OR drop off in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30am – 12:00 noon. We will accept all used general books including children’s books, adult novels, cookbooks etc.  All proceeds from book sales support the HCPA fundraising goals.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon Jun 5

Grade 8 TC-9 Assembly 8:30 am

Grade 10-12 exams begin 

Grade 9 Prayers @ 8:30 am

Tue Jun 6

Grade 9 Extra Help @ 8:30 am

Final day of classes for Grade 9

Wed Jun 7

Grade 9 exams begin 

Middle School Assembly

Fri Jun 9

Celebrate Grade 8!  @ 3 pm, BRH

Final day of classes for Middle School 

UPPER SCHOOL

New Investments in the Guidance Department

As we have returned to a fulsome in-person school program, Havergal has been reviewing our Upper School student support model to ensure we have the best possible structure in place for our students.

We are thrilled to share that we are making new investments in our Guidance Department in order to provide the best possible University counselling, academic planning and social emotional support for students.

We recognize that the transition from Grade 6 to 7 and the shift from Grade 8 to 9 can have a significant impact on our students as they navigate the Middle and Senior Schools. Following the pandemic, we have seen an increase in the need for  academic and social-emotional support  for students. This trend, in addition to the increased complexity in the university admission process, have guided our evolution of the guidance counselling model.

Key Changes to Note:

Leadership

Starting this fall, the Guidance department will be led by two co-directors of the department. Heather Johnstone,  as Director of Guidance, Academic & University Counselling, will focus on leading the academic and university guidance program. Kirsten Uhre, as Director of Guidance, Student Support & Wellbeing, will focus on leading the team’s social and emotional support services for students in Grades 7 to12.

Counsellors

In order to better support students, we are shifting to a model where students will have two different counsellors during their time in Upper School instead of three. Students will have one counsellor from Grades 7 to 9 and a second counsellor from Grades 10 to 12. As well, we have increased the number of counsellors to 7 faculty members, therefore increasing our ability to offer increasingly personalized support. 

• Grades 7 to 9 counsellors will focus on transition years. As students move into Senior School in Grade 9 they will remain with their same counsellor from Middle School to ensure they are well supported during this key transition. 

• Grades 10 to12 counsellors will focus on academic counselling and university planning. The university application process has become more complex and as a result students will now begin planning and connecting with their counsellors in Grade 10. Grade 11 students will have the opportunity to sign up for specialized sessions to learn more about the US and UK application process. We will continue to run a dedicated session during Advisory in Grade 12 to support students with the university application process.

• Guidance Counsellor will continue to be aligned with Havergal’s Houses:

Grade 7- 9 Counsellors:

• Farisa Santos -Frances Ridley, Marcelle DeFreitas, Agnes Hansen, Grade 9s in Marian Wood 
• Carrie Steele – Kate Leonard, Ellen Knox, Mary Dennys, Grade 7s in Marian Wood 
• Jordy Winograd – Margaret Taylor, Catherine Steele, Edith Nainby, Grade 8s in Marian Wood 

Grade 10-12 Counsellors:

• Jordan Frost – Ellen Knox, Marcelle De Freitas, Mary Dennys
• Heather Johnstone – Kate Leonard and Agnes Hansen 
• Jennifer Mandala – Margaret Taylor, Marian Wood, Edith Nainby
• Kirsten Uhre – Catherine Steele and Francis Ridley 

Learning Support

There are no changes to the Learning Support model. Students in Grades 7 and 8 will continue to be supported in their learning skills and needs by their Guidance Counsellor. Students in Grades 9 to12 will continue to work with the dedicated Learning Support specialist.

As the needs of students have evolved, it is important that our guidance support shifts alongside these changing demands. We are confident that this new model will provide more targeted support for students, and we are pleased to share the news about these investments in our students’ success.

If you have any questions about your daughter’s counsellor for next year, please feel free to reach out to her current guidance counsellor who can answer your questions. 

NASA Space Camp is Back!

Havergal is very excited to provide this awesome excursion opportunity again: 

When? Nov 5-11, 2023 (week before mid-term break)

Where? U.S. Space & Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama

Who? Current Gr. 7-11 students can apply now, to attend in the fall

How? Interested students can apply with a video application to Ms. Loyola 

by midnight on Friday, June 2nd, 2023.

There is a Zoom information session happening at 6pm on Monday, May 29th, where more details about the camp and the application process will be provided. Please use the following link to join us. The meeting will be recorded and posted here on Tuesday, for those who are unable to attend. 

https://havergal.zoom.us/j/83864046441?pwd=dG42M2lRQzJWZ1hMME9BTlIyUzZGZz09

Meeting ID: 838 6404 6441

Passcode: 448178

If required, financial aid is available here. 

Recharge and Review Week

Next week students are invited to take part in a week-long series of stress reducing activities over the lunch hour. The activities include 2 visits from Sunshine Therapy Dogs, a lavender pouch making kit activity provided by Lavender Grace, a session to talk about stress and emotion regulation from the Social Work Team, and an opportunity to combine music and art during a Footloose Thursday music showcase in the North Quad. Click HERE for the full calendar of activities and locations.

The chapel will also be available daily for students to use for quiet or reflective time. Hot chocolate and tea will be available outside the chapel. The popular fruit infused water stations will also be set up in the Temerty all day on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for students to enjoy. 

Getting Ready for Exams

As teachers and students get ready for exams, parents might want to review the student exam instructions on this document. 

**NEW** Student Files in the Veracross Parent Portal

During their time at Havergal, students will receive a number academic reports in addition to their Havergal report card, such as for the Grade 10 literacy test, and the Digital Wisdom and TC-9 courses. These reports will now be distributed to you in the Student Files section of your child’s profile in the Veracross Parent Portal. If you have any questions please contact the IT service desk.

OSSLT results from the 2021-22 school year are now available for those students who wrote. This year’s OSSLT results will be made available when we receive them in June. Additionally, TC-9 reports for this year’s Grade 9 students are now available.

How to Access Student Files

1. Sign into the Veracross Parent Portal
2. In the upper left, select My Children, then select Student Files under the child you wish you view
3. In the Files section, select Download next to the file you wish to view

Band Student Reminders

Starting next week, instrument, accessories, music, and folder return will begin. Please make sure that any Havergal music equipment at home is returned for cleaning and maintenance over the summer. If you wish to keep your instrument over the summer, please speak to or email your child’s band teacher.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Wednesday Form Time

Next week our students will celebrate their final TA session of the year. During this time the MS students get to meet with students in grade 9 – 12. It is a wonderful opportunity for the older students to share their perspectives and words of wisdom with the MS students.

 The MS Assembly on Wednesday, May 31, has been organized by our Grade 8 Exec. It will be a fun assembly, highlighting the MS achievements from the year.

Middle School Musical Review

This year the MS Musical is Born to be Brave, written by our Grade 12 student Riley W. It will be a short 35 minute production on Friday June 2nd, at 4pm and 7pm. Parents are welcome to order tickets using the following link: Tickets Once ordered, tickets will be available on the day of the show outside of the theatre.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Wednesday Advising Time

This Wednesday Teacher Advising groups will be celebrating in their TA rooms.

Fine Art Senior Exhibition & Reception

Senior Art students will be hosting an evening of Fine Art at the Biowall and Quilted Gardens on Wednesday May 31, 2023 from 4:00 – 6:30 PM. This event is open to all Havergal student families, and friends.

Forum for Change

The Forum for Change is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our 2023-2024 Global Learning Project: Morocco and Spain – March 8th – 18th. Please note the following: 

– We will be accepting applications from current Grade 9-11 students

– We will be partnering with Crescent School for the duration of this trip, including the pre-departure and post-transference meetings

The purpose and outcomes of this Global Learning Project:

• To broaden understanding of different cultural history and development, social mores and structures
• To enliven global competencies of curiosity, fluency and open-mindedness
• To evaluate and examine our own perspectives and our personal values.
• To learn from and share with the people of Morocco and Spain
• Everyone has a different idea of what the Middle East and Spain culture and contentment looks like, this will be an opportunity to validate and expand our thinking: to appreciate Moroccan and Spanish cultural traditions and spirituality
• To deepen and expand our worldview.
• To be immersed in a society that will contrast the difference in pace and values between a life centered in Western beliefs

Please Note: an in-person information session is forthcoming, held in partnership with Crescent School. Stay tuned for the dates

Students must complete THIS FORM by June 5th. Successful applicants will be invited for a follow up interview. Participants will be selected before the end of the school year.All the information can be found by visiting THIS SITE from our Trip Provider George Hardy Tours. Please contact our Vice Principal, Experiential Education & Innovation, Garth Nichols with any questions.

REMINDERS

Fall Camps Registration is open – due June 5 – Class of 2024 & Class of 2027

Please find here all the links you will need to learn more and register your daughter. 

• Parent Information Video Grade 9 –  Camp New Moon – Sept 13-15
  • Link to register here 
  • Grade 9 waiver, please sign and send back to Ms. Danto in B10
• Parent Information Video Grade 12 –  Campfire Circle – Sept 13-15
  • Link to register here 
  • Grade 12 waiver  please sign and send back to Ms. Danto in B10

Registration is due on Monday, June 5 

Grade 8 Fall Camp Registration

Current grade 7 parents will be sent the AAR risk form on Friday June 2nd. Please complete the registration from no later than Wednesday, June 7. 

Round Square International Service Trip: December of 2023, Thailand

Please CLICK HERE for information. Applications close Thursday,  June 1st.

Please return your library books!

Students are asked to please return all library books by Friday, June 2nd. 

Celebrate Grade 8! ** Date change: Friday, June 9

On Friday, June 9th, we will be honouring our Grade 8 class with a ceremony and reception in the Brenda Robson Hall. We look forward to having you join us from 3 – 4:30 PM. 

Pre-loved Uniforms

Drop off gently used uniform items any time to our new pre-loved uniform bins. We will also do a large collection on June 14 at the Upper School. Drop off in the US laneway from 7:30 – 8 am OR in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30 am – 12 noon.

Used Textbook Collection

Mark your calendars to drop off used textbooks and general books on June 14! Drop off curbside from 7:30 – 8 am OR drop off in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30am – 12 noon. See Grade Rep email for further instructions. This is a great opportunity to do some spring cleaning!

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon May 29 Athletic Assembly

Recharge and Review Week  

Wed May 31

Fine Art Exhibition 4:00pm – 6:30pm at the BioWall

Thu June 1

Principal’s Prayers

HCPA Staff Appreciation Ivy Pub 

Fri June 2

Last day of classes for grade 10 – 12 students

“Born to be Brave”: MS Musical 4 pm and 7 pm

Library books due

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Wednesday Form Time

Next week during Form time students will meet with their teachers for one on one discussions. Additionally, they will learn how to de-stress during the exam period by learning how to create zentangles as a form of relaxation. 

Grade 8 Fall Camp Registration

Mark your calendars! Students who are currently enrolled in Grade 7, will receive a registration form for our Grade 8 camp on Friday June 2nd. This registration pertains to the camp that will be held on September 13 – 15, 2023 for all grade 8 students.. The registration will close on June 9th. 

SENIOR SCHOOL

Wednesday Advising Time

This week our Grade 11/12 students will be learning the songs they need to sing for their Candlelight ceremony. Our 9s and 10s will be having one on one meetings with their Teacher Advisor to reflect on their goals over this past year. 

There will also be a Haverbuddies reunion with all students who have signed up to be a Haverbuddy. Students will be exchanging cards and playing games with their counterparts from the Junior School. 

One Act Performances

The Senior Drama class will be performing their One Acts this coming Tuesday May 23^rd, from 3:45 – 4:30 PM in the Legacy Theatre. A suggested donation of $2 (donated to Youth Without Shelter) will be accepted at the doors. 

Fall Camps Registration is Open – Due June 5 – Class of 2023 & Class of 2027

This year in the Senior School students going into Grades 9 & 12 will be going to camp from Wednesday, Sept 13 to Friday, September 15. With 33 new Grade 9 students arriving in September the Class of 2027 will travel to Camp New Moon to take part in community building activities. Our new Grads (Class of 2024) will travel to Campfire Circle to learn more about themselves as leaders, spend time preparing for university applications and connect as a graduating class.

Please find here all the links you will need to learn more and register your daughter. 

• Parent Information Video Grade 9 –  Camp New Moon – Sept 13-15
  • Link to register here 
  • Grade 9 waiver, please sign and send back to Ms. Danto in B10
• Parent Information Video Grade 12 –  Campfire Circle – Sept 13-15
  • Link to register here 
  • Grade 12 waiver  please sign and send back to Ms. Danto in B10

Registration is due on Monday, June 5.

HCPA NEWS

Pre-Loved Uniforms

While the pre-loved uniform bins are open, we will also do a large collection on June 14 at the Upper School. Drop off in the US laneway from 7:30 – 8 am OR in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30 am – 12 noon.

Used Textbook Collection

Mark your calendars to drop off used textbooks and general books on June 14! Drop off curbside from 7:30 – 8 am OR drop off in the Ellen Knox library from 8:30am – 12 noon. See Grade Rep email for further instructions. This is a great opportunity to do some spring cleaning!

US Grade Rep Meeting

The next US Grade Rep meeting is Wed, May 24th from 8:45 – 9:45 AM in the JS Dining Hall. This is the last meeting of the year and is open to all parents in the Upper School.

Mom’s Night Out

Tickets are now on sale for Moms’ Night Out (May 24) at CIBO Wine Bar (Yonge/Eglinton location)!  Click here to purchase tickets.

REMINDERS

Round Square International Service Trip: December of 2023 Thailand

Please CLICK HERE for information. Applications close June 1st.

Please Return Your Library Books

Students are asked to please return all library books by Friday June 2nd. 

Celebrate Grade 8: **Date Change: Friday, June 9

On Friday, June 9th, we will be honouring our Grade 8 class with a ceremony and reception in the Brenda Robson Hall. We look forward to having you join us from 3 – 4:30 PM. 

Academics: Exam Preparation for Students

Exam FAQ information linked here for more details about the exam schedule, format and other important information. Additionally, we recently gave a presentation about exams to the HCPA, which you can review using this link. 

Next Week in the Upper School

Mon May 22

School Closed

Tue May  23

Grad Prayers

Senior Drama Class – One Act Plays: 3:45 PM 

Wed May 24

HCPA – Mom’s Night Out – 7:30 pm CIBO Wine Bar

Thu May 25

Connections Prayers: Siblings and Marguerites 

Fri May 26

Grad Formal at Liberty Grand 

UPPER SCHOOL

Round Square International Service Trip: December of 2023, Thailand

Please CLICK HERE for information. Applications close June 1st. Please note, that this is not run through the Forum for Change; rather, it is through Round Square directly.

Please Return Your Library Books

Students are asked to please return all library books by Friday June 2nd. If a student needs a library book to prepare for an exam, they can email or speak to Ms. Shepherd to request a special loan extension. As per Havergal’s Library Book Borrowing Procedure, if a book is not returned by the last school day, June 16, 2023, the student’s College account will be charged for the cost of replacing the item. Students and parents will be notified by email about any unreturned item(s) within the first week of June to give students & families time to look for the unreturned item(s) or replace the item(s) for the library. There will be no refunds issued once a student’s College account has been charged for unreturned library material because the library promptly uses these funds to purchase replacements for the collection. If a book is found after a student has been billed, the student may keep the book or donate it to the library. Thank you for your support in helping us maintain our great library collection!

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Celebrate Grade 8: ***DATE CHANGE: Friday, June 9

The date for Celebrate Grade 8 has changed. On Friday, June 9th, we will be honouring our Grade 8 class with a ceremony and reception in the Brenda Robson Hall. We look forward to having you join us from 3 – 4:30pm. 

Wednesday Form Time: Gauss Math Contest

On Wednesday May 17th during Form, all Grade 7 and 8 students will be writing the Gauss Math Contest. Students will need to arrive at school at 8:10am and report to their Form rooms. The test will begin promptly at 8:20am. More information will be sent to the students directly.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Fall Camp Virtual Information Session: Wednesday, May 17 for Grades 9 & 12

This year in the Senior School students in Grades 9 & 12 will be going away from Wednesday, Sept 13 to Friday, September 15 to camp. With 33 new Grade 9 students arriving in September the Class of 2027 will travel to Camp New Moon to take part in community building activities. Our new Grads (Class of 2024) will travel to Campfire Circle to learn more about themselves as leaders, spend time preparing for university applications and connect as a graduating class. Please find the link to both zoom meetings HERE.  These recordings will be posted here next week. Registration will start next week. 

Wednesday Advising Time

This week all students will be gathering for one of the last practices for “House Shout.” For those curious about what House Shout entails, you can check out the performance by Catherine Steele House from May 2022 HERE. 

Last week during the Wednesday Advising programing, Grade 9 and 10 students had an opportunity to share in a fun-filled morning of activities organised by their Grade Reps. Students rotated between six stations that involved games like water balloon toss, spike ball, whipped cream slap and others, all the while listening to some fun beats, enjoying a few timbits and cheering on their peers as they watched their Grade Reps get dunked with water for the finale. It was a great way for students to bond with peers from the other grades and share in a few laughs on a beautiful day. 

HCPA NEWS

Tickets are now on sale for Moms’ Night Out (May 24) at CIBO Wine Bar (Yonge/Eglinton location)!  Click here to purchase tickets.

The HCPA has new Pre-Loved Uniform bins! Please drop off gently used uniform items anytime. The US bin is located just inside the glass door entrance to the school. When you enter, make an immediate right and you will see it against the stone wall. A huge THANK YOU to Tony Melo (Facilities) and Jon Owen (Communications) for their hard work re-purposing these former Havergal recycling bins.

REMINDERS

Alex Russell Visits Havergal: Tuesday, May 16 from 8 – 9:30 AM

On Tuesday May 16th we will host a morning coffee with the Head of Middle School and our guest Alex Russel. Alex Russel is “a clinical psychologist who helps children develop resilience and their own personal relationship with school and achievement.” This event is open to Grade 7 and 8 parents. To register, please RSVP HERE.

Grades 7 & 8 TPH Immunization Clinic

On Friday, May 26th, Toronto Public Health will be hosting a Grade 7 and 8 immunization clinic for eligible students. If your daughter received one dose of the vaccine at school in the fall, she does not require another consent form. However, if this is her first dose of the vaccine, she will need this consent form completed.  If you are interested in your daughter receiving the vaccine, please print, sign and return the printed consent to your Form teacher by May 11th.

Academics – Exam Preparation for Students

Exam FAQ information linked here for more details about the exam schedule, format and other important information. Additionally, we recently gave a presentation about exams to the HCPA, which you can review using this link. 

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Tue May  16 8:00 am

MS parent chat with Alex Russel & Head of MS

Wed May 17

6:45 pm

Fall Camp Virtual Parent Information session – Grade 9 

7:30 pm

Fall Camp Virtual Parent Information session – Grade 12

Thu May 18

2:00 pm House Shout

Fri May 19

School Closed for Long Weekend

UPPER SCHOOL

Final Exam Schedule and Conflicts

As we return to final evaluations (culminating assessments and exams), parents and students are reminded that the timing of these is not negotiable. 

Students who know they will be away because of a sporting event should speak to their guidance counsellor as soon as they can to have an exam rescheduled. If it is a culminating assignment, they must speak to their teacher before missing the deadline. Missed final exams must be written before report cards and final marks can be issued.  We are looking for parental support to make sure students are not missing these important deadlines. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Grade 7 and 8 TPH Immunization Clinic

On Friday, May 26, Toronto Public Health will be hosting a grade 7 and 8 immunisation clinic for eligible students. If your daughter received one dose of the vaccine at school in the fall, she does not require another consent form. However, if this is your first dose of the vaccine, she will need this consent form completed.  If you are interested in your daughter receiving the vaccine, please print, sign and return the printed consent to your Form teacher by May 11th.

Final COSSOT Dance of the Year

BSS will hold the final COSSOT dance of the year on Friday May 26th, 7-9:30pm. This dance is open to students who have not previously attended a COSSOT dance. The theme of the dance is Pride and the students are welcome to dress in festive attire. If extra tickets are available, we will open up the tickets on a first come first served basis on Friday May 12th. The link to the BSS dance can be found HERE.

Alex Russell Visits Havergal

On Tuesday May 16th we will host a morning coffee with the Head of Middle School and our guest Alex Russel. Alex Russel is “a clinical psychologist who helps children develop resilience and their own personal relationship with school and achievement.” This event is open to Grade 7 and 8 parents. For more information about Alex you can visit his website HERE. An email will be sent later this evening with the registration link.

Wednesday Form Time

This week in Form time the students will be meeting with their teachers for their one on one conferences. This is a great opportunity for our students to share what they have been learning and the various activities that they have been involved in this term.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Wednesday Advising Time

In advising this week our Grade 9 and 10 student reps have planned fun activities and competitions to help build community within their grades. It’s never too late in the year to make a new friend! The Grade 11s will be learning the song they need to sing in the Candlelight Ceremony. This traditional, student-only ceremony that passes the torch from the graduating class to their younger counterparts is a long standing tradition. All grade 11 & 12 students wear white to this event on June 15. 

Finally, our Grade 12 will have the opportunity to learn some basic car maintenance from our maintenance team! There will be stations featuring jumping a battery, adding washer fluid, checking tire pressure and adding air. It will not include filling up the car with gas and paying for it. 

HCPA NEWS

Havergal Frames

Deadline is TODAY! Frames, which feature the Havergal crest embossed on a green matte, are available in 5×7, 8×10, diploma and class composite/marguerite collage sizes. Click here for more information and to purchase. 

Moms’ Night Out

Tickets are now on sale for Moms’ Night Out (May 24) at CIBO Wine Bar (Yonge/Eglinton location)!  Click here to purchase tickets.

REMINDERS

Academics – Exam Preparation for Students

Exam FAQ information linked here for more details about the exam schedule, format and other important information. Additionally, we recently gave a presentation about exams to the HCPA, which you can review using this link. 

Celebrate Grade 8: June 13

Mark your calendars! On June 13, we will be honouring our Grade 8 class with a ceremony and reception in the Brenda Robson Hall. We look forward to having you join us from 4 – 5:30pm.

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Tue May 9

Class of 2023 – Movie Night:  4 pm

Fri May 12

Senior Strings Recital: 3:45 pm 

Social Council Funfair: 3:45 pm

Friday, April 28, 2023

UPPER SCHOOL

Pride Week

Havergal is excited to be celebrating Pride Week from Monday, May 1 to Friday, May 5. Our theme this year is “Proud to be Me,” and is an important opportunity for us to come together as a community to promote equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all. On Monday, Pride Prayers will celebrate gender identity, gender expression, and sexuality. Students will share their personal  stories with the community and there will be a panel at lunch for students to informally answer questions and talk about their experiences in more depth. In addition, we will be giving all students, staff and faculty progress flag pins at prayers. Students may choose to take one or not. Please find linked here the PRIDE WEEK schedule.

Academics – Exam Preparation for Students

As we approach the end of the school year, we would like to remind you that exams are coming up soon for our students in Grade 7-12. From June 5-14, students in Grade 10-12 will be writing their exams, while Grade 9 students will write three exams from June 7-14. Grade 7-8 students will write two exams on June 12-13.

To help our students prepare for these assessments, teachers will begin reviewing course material in mid-May. We also invite you to review our Exam FAQ information linked here for more details about the exam schedule, format and other important information. Additionally, we recently gave a presentation about exams to the HCPA, which you can review using this link. 

Thank you for your continued support, and we wish all our students the best of luck on their exams.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY FORM TIME

Students will have a dress rehearsal for the Middle School Music Night on Wednesday, May 3. Please ensure your child has a pair of green tights. Thank you!

SENIOR SCHOOL

Wednesday Advising Time

Next week our Grade 9 and 10 students will be guided through a session on Procrastination, where they will learn about why people procrastinate, how it impacts academic performance and some strategies to practise and keep in mind, as they approach end of year assessments and exams.

Grade 11 students will be hearing from one of their peers who will share her mental health journey.

Finally, our Grade 12 will have the opportunity to learn some basic car maintenance from our maintenance team. We’re sure it will be a great learning experience for everyone!

HCPA NEWS

Havergal Frames

Frames, which feature the Havergal crest embossed on a green matte, are available in both 5×7, 8×10, diploma and class composite/marguerite collage sizes. Click here for more information and to purchase. 

Mom’s Night Out

A fun night out for Moms will take place on May 24 at CIBO Wine Bar (Yonge/Eglinton location). 

Tickets will go on sale soon!

HCPA Fleece – Order Now!

Cuddle up with a new fleece in support of the HCPA!  We have reopened this shop for a limited time—the deadline to order is Thursday, May 4 (so they can be delivered before the end of the school year). Don’t miss out! Please note that this item is not part of the school uniform and is not to be worn during the school day. It is available only online. Click here to order.

REMINDERS

Global Exchange Program Family Information Evening: May 1, 6:30 – 8:00 PM

This will be held in the Legacy Theatre and is mandatory for any families of Grade 7 or 9 students who are applying to go on exchange during their grade 8 or 10 year. Please reach out to Jennifer Russell if you have any questions. 

Middle School Music Night: May 3

Spring Middle School Music Night will be on Wednesday May 3rd, 2023, at 4PM in the Brenda Robson Hall. All Grade 7s and 8s are involved in this event.

Grad Parents: Reminder of Graduation time change: 10:00 AM

Please note that Graduation will take place at 10 am on Friday June 16. This is a change from the originally scheduled time of 1 pm. 

Round Square International Conference: Applications due May 1

Applications for Round Square are due on Monday, May 1. Students are asked to complete THIS FORM. If you have questions, please contact Garth Nichols.

Middle School Movie Night: Friday, May 5

Students in the MS are welcome to sign up for an after school movie night on Friday, May 5th.  Student accounts will be charged $5 to attend.

Sign up here: Movie Night Registration Form

Celebrate Grade 8: Tuesday, June 13

Mark your calendars! On June 13, we will be honouring our Grade 8 class with a ceremony and reception in the Brenda Robson Hall. We look forward to having you join us from 4 – 5:30pm.

Volunteer for the HCPA or become a Grade Rep: Deadline TODAY!

The HCPA general volunteer form for the 2023-24 school year is now available HERE. On this form you can nominate yourself to be a Grade Rep for your daughter’s class or a Community Ambassador. 

NEXT WEEK IN THE UPPER SCHOOL

Mon May 1

AP Exams Begin 

Exchange Information Evening 6:30 pm, Legacy Theatre

Wed May 3

Middle School Music Night: 4:00 pm 

Fri May 5

Middle School Movie Night: 6:00 pm