Terry Fox Run Information

The 2026 Terry Fox School Run is set for the afternoon of Friday, September 18th, from 1:45 pm to 2:50 pm. Students can come to school dressed in their phys-ed uniform for the day. Every year, Havergal joins as a community make a difference with our donations to fund cancer research.

Ways to donate:

• Havergal has raised over $280,000 in support of The Terry Fox Foundation to date!
• Please support our school’s fundraising efforts once again this year through our Havergal College Terry Fox Donation Page
• Receipts are issued to donors by email from the Terry Fox Foundation immediately.

Who participates:

• Students in JK to Grade 6 will all take part!
• This is a community event, so all families are invited to join in by walking or running. Bring your running shoes and be ready to participate! Please meet us on the Lower Pitch at 1:45 pm for a quick warm-up, before the run begins.

Dismissal:

• Students are not permitted to be dismissed from the Lower Pitch. 
• Any families that attend the event must go to the Junior School for the regular dismissal process.

Parking

• Parking is not available on campus for this event. We encourage families to walk, carpool, take public transportation, or reference Spot Angels to find legal street parking or local parking garages.

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Notes from Our Librarian, Ms. Rodd

Summer Reading Challenge 

It’s been wonderful reconnecting with students and hearing all about their summer reading. Summer Reading challenge sheets are due by Tuesday Sept 22. Students can hand these in to the library or to their homeroom teacher.

Volunteer Opportunities in the JS Library

We are eager to connect with parents interested in volunteering at the library this year. The commitment is once a week or an hour or so. Please reach out to Ms. Rodd at erodd@havergal.on.ca for more information.

Looking for Building Materials

Ms. Rodd is looking for building materials! If you have Lego, wooden blocks, magnetic tiles, or anything similar that you no longer use, please reach out to arrange a drop-off time. She is also looking for small animal figurines.

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Celebration Day! (Friday, Sept 25)

Join us for Celebration Day, where our whole community will come together in support of our cherished community partners. Experience our school’s vision and mission in action through House-run games, fun activities, a lively Bazaar, BBQ and Silent Auction.

What JS Families Need to Know

Attendance & Participation

• Optional for JK-Grade 4
  • JK – Gr. 4 must be accompanied by an adult, 
• Mandatory for Grades 5 – 6 
  • Grade 5 and 6 students will sign up to run activity stations
  • If your child is not able to attend, please email me at kwhite@havergal.on.ca 

Dismissal

• JK-Grade 4: 
  • 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Students will be dismissed from the Junior School, as usual
• Grade 5 & 6:
  • 3:15 pm – Students will remain with their teachers after school and walk to the Ratcliffe Field for the Celebration Day Opening Ceremony
  • 5:45 pm Students will gather at the Ratcliffe Field, where they will be picked up by a parent/guardian

What to Wear

• Students in JK-Grade 12 are invited to wear GREEN and GOLD on this day. Families are also welcome to join in the fun.

Gator Care Is Open

• Gator Care is available on an “as needed” basis on Celebration Day, from 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm.
• Pre-Registration is required by Tuesday, September 22
  • Go to the Parent Portal and click the After School Gator Care link under registrations to fill out the AAR Form. This is mandatory.
  • Then send an email to gatorcare@havergal.on.ca, letting them know that your daughter will be attending on Celebration Day.

What to Wear

• Students in JK – Grade 12 are all invited to wear GREEN and GOLD on this day. 

Parking

• Parking is not available on campus for this event. We encourage families to walk, carpool, take public transportation, or reference Spot Angels to find legal street parking or local parking garages.

Get Your Tickets

• Tickets are now on sale – please purchase through this link by Sunday September 20! 
• Family packages, all-inclusive passes, and general admission wristbands are now available.

Calling all parents! 

It’s kinda chic to lend a hand and be part of the fun. We need help before and during the event with ticket sales, working with the students at stations, helping with the food and more.  This is a great way to meet other parents and support our community partners. Sign up here. 

Celebration Day Bazaar & Silent Auction 

• We’re excited to invite Old Girls/Alums, current and past parents, students, and staff/faculty to be part of this year’s Celebration Day Bazaar and Silent Auction.
• Whether you’d like to host a stall at the Bazaar or contribute an experience or prize to our Silent Auction here, it’s a great way to support our Community Partners as all proceeds will go directly to them. There are still a few vendor spots available at the Celebration Day Bazaar. Please email Martha Fell (martha@jaxxandmarbles.com).
• The Celebration Day Silent Auction is live – Sign up in advance and bid now!

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Friday Night Lights

Friday Night Lights takes place directly after Celebration Day.  Kicking off at 6:30 pm, this special event will feature a competitive soccer match against Branksome Hall, and is open to all US students, parents, past parents, Old Girls/Alums and community members. Join us to cheer on the Gators, have a bite to eat and enjoy a beer in the 19+ Beer Tent. All proceeds will go toward Havergal’s Ahead of the Game campaign. Junior School students are also welcome to come with their parents. We hope you can come out and show your support! 

Please note that this is a CASHLESS event!

Junior School students are welcome to attend Friday Night Lights, but MUST be accompanied by an adult. 

Friday Night Lights – VIP Seats

• Want the best (and only!) seats in the house? Bid on one of two VIP tables (19+ section, seats 6). Opening bid: $500/table. Click here to bid now!

Join us in ensuring that our Junior School remains a consistently safe environment for everyone in our community. Our amazing team of teachers and security professionals are here to support in this process. Please follow their directions!

Temporary Parking Restrictions on Campus

• There is currently no parking available for families at the Junior School while we await construction of the Turf and Dome.
• Should you arrive early for drop-off or pick-up, do not park – even temporarily – in one of the parking spots. 
• Please reference Spot Angels to find legal street parking or local parking garages. 

Arrive for Dismissal During Your Child’s Designated Time 

• JK to Grade 3: 3:05–3:20 pm
• Grades 4 to 6: 3:15–3:30 pm
• Please Note:
  • If you arrive early for your dismissal time, you may be asked to temporarily leave the Junior School driveway. If you have more than one child, please arrive during the time slot assigned to your eldest child.

Dismissal Cards

• Have your laminated dismissal card clearly visible. 
• It is easiest to see if it is placed on the dashboard of the front passenger seat.

When Using the Carline

• Stay in the “cue,” rather than driving ahead and around other vehicles, unless instructed otherwise by one of our security professionals.
• Have students ready to exit, curbside, as soon as your car stops alongside the curb (backpacks, water bottles, etc, should be easily accessible). Stay in your car, if at all possible. If you need to exit your car to assist your child to get out of a car seat or booster, please do so quickly. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAR UNATTENDED AT ANY TIME!
• Abide by the signage both on and off school property. This includes: driving 10 km along the driveway, not parking along the driveway during peak times, no double parking, or stopping in restricted zones on Rosewell Ave. 

When Walking

• Cross at the designated crosswalk with the crossing guard and flashing pylons, and NOT across the driveway exit.

To learn more, please refer to our Junior School Arrival and Dismissal  Protocols.

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Jewish High Holiday Prayers – RSVP

Havergal College is honouring the Jewish High Holidays on Wednesday, September 23 at 8:25 am in Junior School Prayers.

Families are invited to stay and enjoy a reception at 9:00 am in the JS Library. 

To RSVP, please email acicha@havergal.on.ca by Tuesday, September 15

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Personalized Havergal Calendars

Use this link to see a personalized summary of your child’s activities next week, on the Parent Portal.

Registration for Fall Athletics and Co-curriculars

• Opens:  Thursday, September 10th, at 10 am 
• Closes: Sunday, September 20th at 8 pm 
• To register, please visit the Parent Portal
  • Please note that parent consent is required for students to participate in all athletic tryouts/practices and clubs. This is completed as part of the online registration process.

Questions about Registration, Athletics, or Clubs?

• For Athletics – Email the JS Director of Athletics, Anna Bartlett, 
• For Clubs – Email the Junior School Office Administrator, Sarah Robertson.

Athletics’ Information:

• Students in Gr. 4-6 may register for two teams plus cross-country. After the 2-week trial period, students must choose between Basketball, Soccer, or Swim. Please consult with your child(ren) to confirm which teams they would like to try out for before completing the online registration.
• Fall Athletics Schedule (bookmark this) can also be found on the Parent Portal. The season schedule will be finalized on Sept.16. When you click on the link, make sure you are looking at the first tab – “FALL 2026.” 

Clubs Information:

• JS Clubs start the week of September 21
• There are still some spots left in Active Games (Gr. SK – 1) on Mondays, Lego Club on Tuesdays (Gr. SK) and Sportskid (Gr. SK – 1) on Thursdays.
• Please note:

• Teaching Kitchen is one of our most popular after-school clubs, so although it appears as a wait-list, still register your child for the lottery, which will be shared next week as there’s still some space left on Tuesdays. Last year, we found that the lottery system made the signup process more equitable. 
• Ms. White will reach out to families by email if your child has gained a spot.

JS Menu for Monday, September 14 to Friday, September 18

HCPA General Meetings aren’t just for Grade Reps! All parents are encouraged to join us at our monthly meetings. Our first meeting is Wednesday, September 16, 8:45 – 10:45 am in the Junior School Dining Room. Our guest speaker is Principal, Dr Katrina Samson. Coffee and light refreshments provided.