Family Handbook 2025-26

UPPER SCHOOL

Gator Gala Organized by the Havergal College Parent Association (HCPA), this event is held in the Spring Term for students in Grade 7 to 12 and a significant adult/parent figure in their lives (father, mother, guardian, etc.). Grade 6 Celebration At the end of the school year, families and their daughters in Grade 6 attend a special celebration honouring the time students have spent in the Junior School. Grade Rep A parent volunteer, a Grade Rep is a liaison between parents of students in their daughter’s year and the school. Grade Reps are under the umbrella of the Havergal College Parent Association (HCPA). Graduation Following June examinations, Havergal celebrates the academic achievements of its Grade 12 students at Graduation. Senior Year family members are invited to attend to share in this special occasion. Harvest Festival This Junior School special service is held each year on the last school day before the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Parents are invited to attend this event, held in Brenda Robson Hall in the Upper School. Each girl is asked to bring an offering of non-perishable food, which will be collected and sent to the North York Harvest food bank. Havergal Ambassador Havergal Ambassadors are students in Grades 11 and 12 who volunteer to work with prospective families as they explore Havergal for their daughters. Ambassadors conduct tours, attend admission and other school events, and represent Havergal at public events. Havergal Jr. Ambassadors Jr. Ambassadors are students in Grades 7 to 11 who support new students to Havergal, beginning on Orientation Day and throughout the school year. They mentor new students and help them get engaged and connected with the life of the school. Hawkins Dining Room The Hawkins Dining Room is located in the Upper School and provides an array of healthy and delicious options for students, faculty and staff to enjoy in a welcoming and friendly dining atmosphere. The dining room is open from Monday to Friday and food and beverages can be purchased by students with their security swipe card.

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