The Seven Hills Buzz The Seven Hills School Bulletin
A Brief Word from Chris Garten Overheard at yesterday’s Upper School morning assembly: a spirited announcement of tonight’s Student Artists for Haiti Program (8:00 p.m. at the Madisonville Arts Center); a warm invitation to next Saturday’s SNAAP sponsored event, Youth in Politics, featuring several key elected officials; a notice of a student debate on the need to balance the right to assembly and free speech against mounting security concerns; an invitation from the Economics class for graphics arts students to meet with the Director of Marketing at Chiquita Brands to discuss art careers in global advertising; and equally thunderous ovations for the victorious girls lacrosse team, the winners of the National French Contest, the most recent inductees into the Cum Laude Society, a tongue-in-check report from the boys track team that at a meet where we were not expected to excel, we did not(!), and a proud sister’s emotional announcement that her brother had been admitted to Princeton! This 10-minute conclave occurs twice each week, reminding me often that a great deal of the learning on our campuses occurs outside the classroom. Welcome back! Chris Garten Head of School
National French Honor Society inducts new members Congratulations to the new members of the National French Honor Society: (front) Kristen Prevost, Emily Holloway, Libby Carter, Joe Soonthornsawad; George Taliaferro, Stella Warner, Helen Jatho, Maddie Caldemeyer, Callie James.
Senior receives 2010 YMCA Character Award Senior Katherine Steinman is one of 40 area teens who are recipients of 2010 YMCA Character Awards for demonstrating outstanding qualities of leadership and character and for working to strengthen their schools and communities. Susan Marrs, Director of College Counseling, said, “Katherine has, largely single-handedly, already raised $20,000 for a rural Guatemalan mountain village whose 40 families now have cinderblock stoves, a gray water system, latrines (the first toilets in the village), and a school that, before she came along, they could only dream of. … Now her goal is to raise enough to buy new desks and chairs for the school.” Katherine is also a weekly volunteer at Su Casa Hispanic Ministry, working with Spanish-speaking families.
Join us at these special Seven Hills events . . . STUDENT ARTISTS FOR HAITI A Night of the Arts for the New Victorian School in Haiti
See pages 10 &11 for information on this exciting new opportunity at Seven Hills!
Vol. 1 No. 14 April 9, 2010
Upper visual and performing artists are hosting a benefit for the New Victorian School, a school focused in the arts and vocational skills that was destroyed in the earthquake. Friday, April 9, 8pm Madisonville Arts Center 5021 Whetsel Avenue $5 admission/$7 for families Refreshments provided by Upper School Service Club
YOUTH IN POLITICS: Creating a Voice in Our Youth Saturday, April 17, 12:30–2:00pm Hillsdale Commons Panel presentation featuring Senator Eric Kearney Judge Fanon Rucker David Singleton, Executive Director of Ohio Justice and Policy Small group discussions and lunch No admission charge For details, call 550-9692
A Look at What’s Happening at Doherty, Lotspeich, Middle & Upper . . .
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A Look at What’s Happening at . . . DOHERTY
LOTSPEICH
Doherty and Lotspeich students in grades 1-5 had a great time at the Spring Sports Clinics after school on March 18. Upper School athletes and coaches conducted one-hour clinics on the Hillsdale Campus for baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, and track. More photos pages 3 & 4. Mrs. Wolfe said of one of the library events during Cultural Connections Week, “In conjunction with the book Leprechauns in Late Winter by Mary Pope Osborne, that I read in its entirety to the third grade, parent Ellen Li spoke to the classes about the Irish sheleighly.” Photo of Mrs. Li, students and several examples on page 5. Mrs. Wolfe said, “The short one in the photo has been in Ellen’s family for several generations. Two of the others were purchased by her husband, and parent Tara Kilcoyne loaned us the other two. During the time that Ireland was ruled by England, the Irish were not allowed to have weapons. In order to circumvent this ruling, Irish men began making walking sticks and trained with them as weaponry.” Unit I students visited the Art Museum during Cultural Connections Week. It’s easy to see from the photo on page 5 that the focus was on Ireland this year! Doherty’s all-school Service Convocation on April 7 celebrated the service projects each grade performed during Service Week and kicked off Doherty’s Spring Collect & Give collection of personal necessity items for their friends at the Open Door Ministry. Photo page 5. More on Doherty service in the next Buzz.
Miss Braun said, “The first graders traveled downtown to the Taft Theater to enjoy a wonderful performance of “Jack and the Beanstalk” by Cincinnati Children’s Theater. One of their favorite characters was Patty the Tap Dancing Cow. A few days later, the children were treated to a visit from cast member Chris Stewart. Everyone had a close up look at many of the props used in the play and had many questions answered about all the amazing things that were in the play. They also found out all about that tap dancing cow and how two acters had to work together to play the part of the cow.” Photos page 5. Fifth grader Noelle O’Neal placed an Individual Third and a Team Second in the MidSouth Region Pony Club Quiz Tournament. This is an 8-state competition to see who knows the most about horses. More photos of the talented performers at the Instrumental Recital for Grades 3-5 are on page 6.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Talent was in abundance at the Middle School Talent Show on the Friday before spring break. Congratulations to all of the performers, to emcees eighth grader Mason Duncan and seventh grader Brian Goertemoeller, and to organizers Mrs. Licata, Mrs. Bone, and Mr. Rising. Photos page 7 & 8.
UPPER SCHOOL
Chemistry teachers Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Dansereau did fascinating demonstrations with liquid nitrogen in their classes on March 19.
The Talent Show was followed by the traditional volleyball game between the eighth graders and the Faculty All-Stars (complete with team shirts). Photos page 8. The following Circles of Diversity participants took part in a service activity at Matthew 25 Ministries on April 7: Lauren Weems, Daisia Jackson, Sofie Schmidt, Connor Rouan, Ellie Wilson, Mason Duncan, Lindsay Finn, Mark Dovich, Roderick McFarland, and Christian Johnson. The students prepared boxes of food for Haiti. Student participation in the Spring Food Drive offers compelling incentives. Students can earn a scoop of ice cream by donating at least one item in each category (toilet paper, shampoo/deodorant, laundry or dish detergent, and jam/ jelly). If they donate at least one item for each of the four catagories, they will be invited to an ice cream party. And, there’s more... If Middle fills up all three bins in the Commons with dental care items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc.), Mr. Rockwell will “frolic” in the hallways as the Tooth Fairy for the day. Now, that’s incentive!
Above, the day before spring break, the Performance Group class treated the Upper School to a performance of improvs, culminating in the ever-popular participation of audience volunteers. Lots of improv talent in Upper! Photos page 9.
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Spring Sports Clinics!
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“Embrace the Spirit of Summer” at Seven Hills! Embrace the spirit—and enrichment opportunities, adventure, new friendships, and fun—of summer at our 29th Seven Hills Summer Enrichment Program! Applications are currently being accepted for students (ages 3 – 18 years) for over 120 different weekly programs available throughout the summer. Programs begin the week of June 14 and continue through August 13. Over 57 new activities are being featured this summer including Mad Science, Amazing Portable Circus, and iSpace, which complement some of our returning favorites like Gourmet Cooking, Magic, Tennis, Jump Start School and Edible Art. Additionally off-campus opportunities include field trips to historical Cincinnati parks and places of interest including Kings Island, Museum Center, Reds Hall of Fame, and Coney Island. Separate programs for Middle School students have been expanded with more academic enrichment offerings as well as a wide array of technology, fine arts, and Greater
Cincinnati community programs. Our Summer Program has been designed to accommodate the various needs and interests of our students. Whether you prefer a half-day program for one week or a full-day option for the entire summer, our talented and dedicated staff is here to provide an enriching, fun and exciting opportunity for your child. Early Care, After Care, and a lunch option may also be selected on a weekly basis. All summer program information and registration forms are available at www.7hills.org>Quicklinks>Summer Program or in the summer brochure mailed to your home. Additional brochures are displayed in the divisional offices or you may contact Jill Romerill, Summer Program Director, to request one. Please contact Jill with any questions or for assistance at 513.272.5345 or jill.romerill@7hills.org. We are pleased to offer a wonderful program and hope you will join us this summer!
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Unit I patrons of the Cincinnati Art Museum.
Below, Mrs. Li, Doherty students, and several examples of the Irish sheleighly.
Above, Doherty’s Service Convocation included reports from representatives of each grade about what their service project meant to them, as well as a moving whole-school performance of the song, “You Can Help!” At right, Lotspeich first graders with Chris Stewart, a cast member of the Cincinnati Children’s Theater’s “Jack and the Beanstalk.”
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Lotspeich’s Grades 3–5 Recital
Colonial activities for Lotspeich fifth graders include the annual visit from the blacksmith who guides the students in forging dinner triangles.
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Middle’s Talent Show
More photos next page
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Eighth graders vs. Faculty All-Stars
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Improvs by Performance Group and Audience Volunteers
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Have you started your spring-cleaning yet? It can be a daunting process, but The Seven Hills School and Donations to Dollars can make it rewarding! Launched in November 2009, Donations 2 Dollars is a way for members of the Seven Hills community to donate items to be sold on eBay and receive gift credit for the proceeds. Not only does this help streamline your collection of personal belongings, it also benefits The Seven Hills School. Donating is very simple and the chart on page 11 shows you how the process works. Explore your basement, attic, drawers and shelves for quality items you forgot you had or no longer need or want. Bring the items to either campus at the location and hours listed below. You will receive a receipt and your items will be listed for sale on eBay. We will mail you a gift credit in the form of a statement containing the net tax-deductible valuation of your item when the item is sold. The proceeds from the sale will benefit The Seven Hills School in your name. The list of possible items to donate is endless. We ask that items be of at least $50 in value and weigh less than 50 pounds. (If you are not sure whether your item meets these criteria, contact us and we will tell you). The following is a list of items that tend to sell well and/or have sold recently:
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Chanel and Oakley sunglasses Wristwatches New designer shoes, handbags and ties Artwork, including John Ruthven signed and numbered prints Florence ceramic figurines Crystal sculpture signed by the artist Vintage toys Collectible items Electronic items including cameras, computers, cell phones and iPods
Donations to Date: As of April 8, 2010, the total proceeds from items sold is $3,880. Thank you to our donors! We are grateful for your support. Donor Testimonial: “Supporting Seven Hills has never been easier or so rewarding. Donations 2 Dollars sorts out all of the complexities of Ebay for you and you get credit for a charitable contribution to Seven Hills to boot. What a blessing to find the perfect way to support Seven Hills and reclaim space at home!” Sarah and Mark Johnson Drop Off Locations: Hillsdale Campus – Resale Shop; Monday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Doherty Campus – Kemper Building; Monday – Friday, Noon – 4:00 p.m. Questions? Lynn Cowles, Donations 2 Dollars Manager – 221-1765 Margo Kirstein, Seven Hills Development Office – 527-1319 10
• Giving Credit • A Tax Deduction
Donations can be dropped off at Doherty Campus, Kemper Building or Hillsdale Campus, Resale Shop. The Seven Hills School
Telephone contact: Lynne Cowles 221-1765
Hours of Operation: Doherty Mon - Fri 12 – 4, Hillsdale Mon - Sat 9 – 3 11