Family Handbook 2025-26

STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLBEING

needed and on a case-by-case basis, to assess a student’s risk to herself and others and to establish a preventative action plan, when necessary.

The Principal has a duty to give assiduous attention to the health and wellbeing of students under the school’s care. Educators have a common law standard of care to act as reasonably careful or prudent parents in these circumstances. Havergal, including its faculty and staff, is required to follow applicable laws and the policies and protocols established by professional organizations, such as the Ontario College of Teachers and the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, that support the care and wellbeing of school-aged children and young adults.

Health Policies and Procedures

This section outlines key Health Policies. You can find a comprehensive list of our Policies and Procedures in the Policy Library located on the Parent and Student Portals .

Anaphylaxis Policy

Havergal College has an Anaphylaxis Policy, in compliance with provincial legislation mandated by the Ontario government, Bill 3: An Act to Protect Anaphylactic Pupils (“Sabrina’s Law").

Anaphylaxis is a severe systemic allergy and must always be considered a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment. If your child develops an allergy at any time during the calendar year, it is essential that you contact the Health Centre and update your child’s health information in the Magnus Health Portal . Parents/guardians of children who have anaphylactic allergies must complete an Anaphylaxis Plan of Care annually in the Magnus Health Portal . If your child requires an EpiPen, they must carry their EpiPen in a pouch/fanny pack/backpack at all times. On excursions, families must be prepared to provide an additional or back-up EpiPen. There are alarmed EpiPen stations containing Adult and Junior Pens mounted throughout the school for use in the case of an emergency. You can find the full Anaphylaxis Policy in the Policy Library located on the Parent and Student Portals . Allergen Aware Havergal College exercises reasonable care to ensure that all persons are safe; however, the school cannot assume responsibility for providing a completely allergen-free environment. Havergal is an

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