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On October 2, the Junior School officially opened a new space
for Havergal College—the Cohen Amphitheatre. Made possible
by the Cohen family, this new outdoor learning area is shaped like
a Roman amphitheatre and is nestled upon the banks of the Lisa
Hardie Trail, surrounded by the abundant natural beauty of the
Havergal campus. Available for use by both the Junior and Upper
Schools as well as by staff and faculty, it is a space that can be enjoyed
by the entire Havergal community.
For Geoff and Andrea Cohen, a project with a whole-school focus
was a major factor in their decision to support the amphitheatre
project. “We talked about wanting to provide an enhanced learning
environment for the whole Havergal community,” Geoff says. “We
believe deeply in the education that Havergal provides for our girls,
and we wanted to give back in a way that would benefit everyone at
the school.”
The Cohens discussed their decision with their daughters—Finley and
Isla—who cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony. “We wanted our
children to actively participate in our decision,”Andrea says. “For them
to be able to see and touch the gift that our family has given to Havergal
makes it so special. We feel lucky to be able to show our appreciation for
the school and its wonderful faculty and staff, and at the same time help
our children to understand the true meaning of giving.”
The school would like to express its gratitude to the Cohens and to
all its generous donors for their ongoing support and commitment
to Havergal College.
The Cohen Amphitheatre
By Louise Yearwood, Executive Director of Advancement & Community Relations
| FALL 2014 • TORCH 13
Geoff, Andrea, Finley and Isla at the Cohen Amphitheatre
Advancement & Community Relations