Family Handbook 2019-20

Commitment to Havergal’s Values ● Integrity: ​ Honesty, dignity, responsibility and respect for others guide our actions. ● Inquiry: ​ Exploring, respectfully questioning and discovering guide our path of learning. ● Compassion: ​ We believe that kindness and caring are part of who we are and guide our actions. ● Courage ​ : We are not afraid to question the status quo and be bold and tenacious in our pursuits and values. Havergal Symbols The school’s symbols include the Havergal crest, comprised of maple leaves, laurel branches, a torch and a lamp of learning, which symbolizes the school motto of “passing on the torch of life” (Vitai Lampada Tradens). The marguerite daisy was chosen as the school flower “because it grew so cheerily wherever its luck found it, and because it looked up so steadily at the light that its heart was pierced with purest gold, its petals the purest white.” – Havergal College’s First Principal, Ellen Knox (1894-1934) Havergal Traditions Havergal has many traditions that have stood the test of time including: Prayers, Founders’ Day, Celebration Weekend, Carol Service, the House System, Candlelight Ceremony, Grandchildrens’ Party and many more. The school fosters strong ties within its community of students, Old Girls (graduates), parents, faculty and staff. Old Girls cherish the lifelong friendships and support network they developed at the school and serve as inspirational role models for Havergal students. Since 1895, more than 9,500 alumnae have graduated from the school.

Last Edited: August 20, 2019 Havergal College Family Handbook 2019–20

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