Updated US Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures

To support student safety and traffic flow, we have updated our Upper School drop-off and pick-up procedures. We appreciate all families following these expectations during our busiest arrival and dismissal times.

Morning Drop-Off

• Enter via the one-way Avenue Road driveway and use the right curb lane only for drop-off, pulling forward as far as possible.
• The middle lane is drive-through only; the left lane is a no-stopping zone.
• Students should exit from the curbside with their belongings ready. Drivers should remain in their vehicles and depart promptly.

Afternoon Pick-Up

• Both the right and left lanes may be used for pick-up; the middle lane remains drive-through only.
• Students must enter vehicles from the curbside only and use the designated crosswalk when crossing the driveway.
• Drivers should remain in their vehicles. If your student is not ready and vehicles are waiting, Security will direct you to exit the driveway.

Please note: Parking or leaving vehicles unattended in the driveway is not permitted during drop-off or pick-up. The South Parking Lot is closed to traffic during afternoon pick-up from 2:50–3:50 p.m. daily, except Wednesdays, when it is closed from 2:30–3:15 p.m.

Maps of parking flow are here.

Please follow the directions of Havergal Security at all times. Thank you for your partnership in keeping arrival and dismissal safe and efficient.

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Fall Athletics Registration is Open

Registration for Fall Athletics tryouts is now open and will close on Sunday, September 13.

Please register HERE through the Parent Portal. Once logged in, look for the green “Fall Athletics” box.

Please note:

• Parent consent is required for students to participate in tryouts and practices, and is completed as part of the online registration.
• Students may register to try out for up to two teams. Coach Mentor, Try-It Rowing, Tennis Training and Rep Hockey Training do not count toward this limit. Please confirm selections with your child before completing registration.
• Please review the Fall Tryout Schedule (see the Fall 2026 tab). Some tryouts begin as early as Wednesday, September 9.
• Families will not receive confirmation emails or reminders with tryout times and locations. Students are responsible for checking the schedule and attending their designated tryouts.
• The full Fall Athletics season schedule will be finalized on September 16.

If you have questions about registration or Fall Athletics, please contact Director of Athletics Carla Di Filippo.

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Havergal High Performance Program

We are pleased to introduce Havergal’s new Upper School High Performance Program, designed to support students in Grades 7–12 who are pursuing elite-level athletic or artistic pathways alongside their academic commitments.

Families can learn more about the program and eligibility criteria HERE.

Students interested in being considered for the 2026–27 school year are invited to complete the Application Form by Friday, September 18, 2026.

Questions about the program can be directed to Carla DiFilippo, Director of Athletics, or  Matthew Varey, Director of Arts.

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Arts Co-curricular Registration is Open

Registration for our full-year Arts Co-curriculars is now open and will close on Sunday, September 13.

Please register HERE through the Parent Portal. Once logged in, click the green “Arts Co-curriculars” button.

Parent consent is required for participation in auditions, rehearsals and performances, and the associated AAR is completed as part of registration. Audition and start dates vary by activity; please check Veracross for details.

2026–27 Arts Co-curriculars include:

Middle Division (Grades 7–8)

• Choir
• Play — Cast
• Play — Design/Tech
• Mini Play — Cast & Crew

Senior Division (Grades 9–12)

• Chamber Choir
• Senior Choir
• Concert Winds
• Orchestra
• Symphonic Band
• Jazz Ensemble
• Havergal Play — Cast & Crew
• Crescent Play — Cast

Upper School (Grades 7–12)

• Dance Troupe

Important for musicians: Our Koerner Hall performance will take place on Tuesday, February 16, immediately following the Family Day weekend. Please keep this date in mind when making holiday and travel plans.

Questions about Arts Co-curriculars can be directed to the Director of Arts, Matthew Varey.

	Tue., Sep. 8 Orientation Day	Wed., Sep. 9 Opening Day	Thu., Sep. 10 Day 1	Fri., Sep. 11 Day 2
What to wear	Regular Uniform Requirements here	#1 Uniform: Photo Day	#1 Uniform	Regular Uniform
Notes	Lunch Provided	Lunch Provided	Classes Begin
What to bring	Lock & Laptop	Lock Gr 12s only: Laptop	Laptop & textbooks	Laptop & textbooks
All Senior Division New-To-Havergal Students	Arrive: 9 am Depart: 2:30 pm	Arrive: 8:30 am Depart: 2 pm	Arrive: 8:30 am Depart: 3:30 pm	Arrive: 9:30 am Depart: 3:30 pm
Returning Grade 9s	N/A
Returning Grade 10s	N/A
Returning Grade 11s	N/A
Returning Grade 12s	N/A	Arrive: 8:30 am Depart: 3 pm		Arrive: 7:30 am Depart: 3:30 pm

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Grade 9 Camp

• Departure: Monday, September 14, at 7 am (Junior School)
  • Students should arrive by 6:45 am
• Return: Wednesday, September 16, at 2:30 pm (Junior School)
• Camp Muskoka Packing List
• Grade 9 Parent Presentation – June 2026

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Grade 12 Camp

• Departure: Wednesday, September 16, at 9 am (Upper School)
  • Students should arrive by 8:30 am and bring bags to BRH
• Return: Friday, September 18 at 1 pm (Upper School)
• OELC/Camp Couchiching Packing List
• Grade 12 Parent Presentation – June 2026

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Grad Breakfast

The Class of 2027 and their families are cordially invited to the Grad Family Breakfast on Friday, September 11, 2026, beginning at 7:30 am in the Double Gym. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate this important milestone year.

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HC-X Micro-Credentials – Fall Registration Deadline Extended

Registration for micro-credentials is now open, and the deadline has been extended to September 15th for the following fall programs: 

• Pre-Medical Studies A: Biology & Organic Chemistry
• Future Lawyers
• Intro to Finance

Click HERE to access the parent portal, then look under REGISTRATIONS for HC-X MICRO-CREDENTIALS. 

These Gr 9-12 programs begin on Tuesday, September 22. Registration for other micro-credentials will be ongoing.  

Please visit microcredentials.havergal.on.ca for complete program and schedule information, or email Adam Caplan, Director of HC-X, with any questions.

Individual University Reps will be visiting Havergal College during the lunch hour, from 12:15-1 pm, and after school, from 3:30-4:15 pm. This is a great opportunity to see what the universities offer.

• University of Toronto
  Date: Monday, September 14
  Time: 12:15–1 pm
  Location: Legacy Theatre

• York University
  Date: Tuesday, September 15
  Time: 12:15–1 pm
  Location: B16

• Boston College
  Date: Tuesday, September 15
  Time: 3:30–4:15 pm
  Location: B16

• Queen’s University
  Date: Tuesday, September 29
  Time 12:15–1 pm
  Location: Legacy Theatre

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International University Fair

Havergal College is hosting an International University Fair on Tuesday, September 22, from 6–8 pm in the Brenda Robson Hall. This is an opportunity for students and their parents to meet a variety of university reps and ask them questions in person about programs and campus life. 

The list of universities participating can be found HERE.

Celebration Day: Friday, September 25

Join us for Celebration Day from 3:30 to 6 pm, as our whole community comes 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.

Silent Auction: Interested in contributing? Donate here.

Bazaar Vendors: The deadline has been extended! If you would like to participate, follow the instructions here!