Torch - Fall 2012

efficient procedures for the pick-up and drop-off of the girls and will reduce the idling of cars, which is not permitted in the driveway. Resurfaced Bridge To prevent slips and falls and to allow for easier access between the Upper and Junior Schools, we resurfaced the bridge with a heavy duty, non-slip deck coating. To prepare the surface of the bridge, we used walnut shells as an environmentally friendly alternative to sand blasting. Grade 10 Bathroom Renovation in the Upper School We renovated the Grade 10 bathroom, near the Chapel, with elegant spa-like sinks and modern, hands-free faucets. We replaced the older light fixtures with energy efficient LED lighting and, in keeping with Havergal’s sustainability program, we replaced the paper towel dispensers with an electric hand dryer. Brenda Robson Hall Window Restoration Before the Upper School addition in 1999, the Labatt North Quad was a playing field for Havergal students. At the time, the

school installed plexiglass to the stained glass windows for protection. However, this plexiglass prevented proper air circulation to the glass and the cames (the lead between the glass), which damaged them. This summer, a team of restoration workers removed the plexiglass and restored the windows and cames on the east-facing windows. The newly restored windows look beautiful. We will begin the restoration process on the west-facing windows in the summer of 2013. Ellen Knox Library Window Restoration The windows in the Ellen Knox Library are original to the building (1926). Throughout the year, we will repair the windows to help improve efficiency in the school’s heating and cooling efforts. These 86-year-old windows are unique to the school’s architecture. Math Office Renovations We reconfigured the workstations in the Math Office allowing for the addition of a new conference table. Teachers can now meet with other teachers and with students in a more collaborative way. Look for future updates about improvements to Havergal’s facilities on our website: www.havergal.on.ca.

Renovated Grade 10 bathroom

Restored stained glass windows in the Brenda Robson Hall

‘Outdoor Naturalized Learning Space’ Project Launches The concept: To create an outdoor naturalized learning space that fosters creative play and games, provides a space for quiet reflection and group interaction and nurtures curiosity and a respect for nature.

Project update: • Funds have been set aside to begin work on this project; proceeds from the Gala on May 4, 2013, will also help support this project. • A technical working group has been assembled: Leslie Anne Dexter (Chair), Head of Junior School; Lisa Anderson, Director of Facilities; Kevin Daly, Junior School Parent and Member of the Board of Governors; John Kerr, Grounds Manager; Ann Peel, Director of the Institute; Darryl Reiter, Junior School Faculty and STEM Teacher; Katy Sisley, Junior School Parent and HOGA representative; and Louise Yearwood, Executive Director of Advancement & Community Relations. • Members of the Havergal community are invited to speak with any member of the technical working group to find out more about this project.

What is possible? Through careful development of our existing green space, the school can create an outdoor naturalized learning space that enhances the schools facilities, enriches teaching and learning and inspires imaginative play. This will extend the Burke Brook Stewardship Project containing the Lisa Hardie Woodland Trail. The area to be developed lies between the Junior and Upper Schools and the Burke Brook.

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