Havergal College Boarding Brochure

Boarding Community To help students develop the essential skills they need when attending school away from home—increased self-reliance, confidence and the ability to adapt to new situations—each Boarding student belongs to a smaller advisory group. Advisory groups are made up of about eight to ten students across various grade levels and are headed by the Boarding staff and two student leaders. Boarding staff are in regular contact with their groups, which are designed to create and maintain positive connections. Boarding students also participate in community meetings twice a month to discuss issues related to Boarding life, share information and make announcements. These meetings help foster connections and build a strong sense of community with and among Boarding students and staff. Food Services Boarding students have access to a wide selection of food options to choose from each day including international and culturally diverse cuisine, organic food and seasonal produce, vegetarian options and accommodations for special dietary restrictions and allergies. All meals are served in the Upper School dining room, where students and staff can enjoy eating, gathering together and making connections through food. Chartwells Canada—our food services partner—provides students with three nutritious meals on weekdays, along with morning, afternoon and after-school snacks. On weekends, students have a variety of nutritious choices available for brunch and dinner. The Common Rooms are stocked with plenty of snacks, plus a small kitchenette where students can prepare their own meals and snacks as they wish. Boarding students have a unique opportunity to engage with the Food Services team not only in helping to shape the menu, but also learning about healthy eating. The Boarding Food Committee meets regularly with the Assistant Head of Boarding and Chartwells to share feedback on menu suggestions and special dinners, and Chartwells often hosts evening sessions where students can discover healthy and sustainable food options.