Torch - Spring 2017

Table of Contents

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Principal’s Message Exploring With an Open Mind

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Snapshots Photos of Life at Havergal

10 School Profile

Technology at Havergal: Building Digital Wisdom

12 Student Experience

How Do We Bridge the Engagement Gap?

16 Feature Story

Creating, Connecting and Exploring

25 Traditions

The History of Music at Havergal 28 Advancement & Community Relations Paying It Forward 30 Education in Action An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Arts 33 The Institute at Havergal Middle School Form Challenge 36 Farewell Saying Goodbye to Our Retirees 38 Community News Havergal Highlights 39 Old Girls News Reconnections 40 Reunion Update Celebration Weekend 2017

Front cover: Middle School students investigate the properties of hair under a microscope. Inside front cover: Students get ready to compete in this year’s Grade Cheer-Off.

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