Seven Hills School 2021 Summer Program Brochure by The Seven Hills School

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SUMMER PRO G RA M

SUMMER OFFERINGS FOR

AGES 3 -16

You know how the typical summer goes for your children— a week of “school’s over!” exhilaration followed by two months of searching for activities to fill the days. The Seven Hills School Summer Program is anything but typical. And it can transform your child’s summer from uninspiring to unforgettable. For starters, the Seven Hills Summer Program shares many of the same aspects as our school—it’s hands-on, adventurous, energetic, creative, and offers a full spectrum of activities, from technology and science, to citywide field trips and fine arts. We invite children ages 3 to 16 onto our Hillsdale Campus over the course of the summer to pursue their interests and discover new ones. Our small groups and seasoned staff–many who teach full-time at Seven Hills–provide individual attention and support to your child as she explores, climbs, constructs, and learns her way through summer. You can sign up for one week or all nine. Either way, you can be sure that summer isn’t the same at Seven Hills.

Contents Summer At A Glance (grades 2-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pages 4-5 Honeybees (ages 3-4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pages 6-7 Stingerbees (ages 5-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pages 8-9 Create Your Summer Descriptions (grades 2–6) . . . pages 10-18 The Middle & Upper Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. pages 19-21 Registration, Policy, & Payment Information . . . . . . . page 22

Jill Romerill Summer Program Director

Christina O’Donnell Summer Program Assistant Director

jill.romerill@7hills.org

christina.o’donnell@7hills.org

2021 General Information Weekly Program Dates

Daily Session Times

June 14 -18 June 21-25 June 28 -July 2

Early Care: 7:30 - 9 a.m.

July 6 - 9 (No programs July 5) July 12 -16 July 19 -23 July 26 -30 Aug. 2- 6 Aug. 9 -13

Lunch Option

Full day participants may pack lunch or choose to purchase the weekly lunch option for $30 per week. (Limited menu)

Morning Session: 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. Lunch: 12- 12:30 p.m.

Ages

Afternoon Session: 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. After Care: 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Extended Care: 4:45 - 6 p.m.

Programs are available for children ages 3-16.

Frequently Asked Questions 1. Is the Seven Hills Summer Program available to Seven Hills students only?

or professionals from our community. The Early Childhood programs are based on weekly themes designed to spark imagination and natural curiosities through hands-on learning experiences.

2. May I choose to attend only the weeks that fit into our schedule?

6. How do I enroll?

No, all children from the entire Greater Cincinnati area are invited to attend.

Yes, all programs are offered on a week-by-week basis and, additionally, children have the option to register either for a full-day or half-day program. Weekly sessions begin on Monday, June 14, and continue through Friday, Aug. 13.

• Register online at 7hills.org/Summer • Call 513.728.2380 or email summer@7hills.org for assistance

3. Do you offer extended hours?

Yes, in addition to the standard day, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m., there is an Early Care option from 7:30–9 a.m. and After Care from 3:30–6 p.m.

4. What age does my child need to be to attend?

The Seven Hills Summer Program serves children from 3 to 16. Children must be toilet trained to attend.

5. What types of programs do you offer?

Seven Hills offers a wide range of enrichment programs including academics, fine arts, adventure field trips, sports, and technology. All programs are led by Seven Hills’ faculty

COVID-19 Safety The COVID-19 safety protocols that kept our community safe for on-campus instruction throughout the 2020-21 school year will be maintained for our 2021 Summer Program. For details about Seven Hills’ comprehensive COVID-19 safety plan, visit: 7hills.org/Summer and 7hills.org/StaySafe7Hills

Summer Program The Seven Hills School Hillsdale Campus 5400 Red Bank Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 3

Create Your Summer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Age

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Honeybees

June 21-25

June 28-July 2

July 6-9

see Mornings The ABCs of pages 9 a.m.-12 p.m. You & Me 6-7 or Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Amazing Authors

“You’ve Got a Friend In Me”

Frogs, Toads, and Stepping Stones

Stingerbees

The Building Blocks Mornings see pages 9 a.m.-12 p.m. of You & Me 8-9 or Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

“The Giving Tree”

“It’s Cool To Be Kind”

Race to Outer Space

Create Your Summer

Mornings see pages 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 10-18

• “Jumanji”

• Camp GOTR • Lost & Found (Girls On The Run) Exploring Vintage 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cincinnati

ages 3-4

ages 5-7

grades 2-6

Time

June 14-18

• Art of Scrapbooking • Ninja Warriors

• Wonderful World of Water

• Golf - grades 4-8

• STEAM Exploration

• Gems, Geodes, and Geology

• Branching Out

• Party Planning

• Puzzle This

• Cincy Foodie Finds

• Cincy Style Sports

• Wonderful World of Water

• Golf - grades 4-8

• Making a Scene: Set Design & Play Writing

• Go Local!

• Putt Puttin’ Around

• Sweets and Treats Baking Class

• Strategy Games and Epic Quests

• Tennis • Acting Out! Theater Camp

• Minecraft

Afternoons 12:30-3:30 p.m.

• Ninja Warriors

• DIY Creations

• Inventions: Flying Machines • Team Sports • Trivia with a Twist

• Minecraft • Chess • Frisbee with Ultimate Cincinnati

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July 19-23

July 26-30

August 2-6

August 9-13

Happy Feet

Counting 1, 2, 3

Everyday Superheroes

Honeybee Hive

No Programs

Rock, Paper, Scissors

Number Sense

Tools for School

Stingerbee PLUS Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Stingerbee Sampler Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

• Camp GOTR (Girls On The Run) 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m..

• Breakout Mysteries

• Alex Meacham Basketball Camp

• Adventure Club Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

• Create Your Summer Sampler Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

• Adventure Club Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

• Create Your Summer Sampler Full Days 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

• Nature Creations and Explorations • Theatre Improv

• The World of Food • Stinger Soccer Clinic • Paddle, Climb, Swim, Fly

• YouTube Stars • Jump Start School • Kid Chefs: Let’s Lunch

• Mysteries of History

• Makerspace

• Fitness Warriors

• Magic

• Health, Mindfulness, and “Bee”yond

• Pollinator Power

• Sample Cincinnati

• Paddle, Climb, Swim, Fly

• Comedy Camp

• Survivor Challenge Week

• Spies and CSI’s

• Exotic Animals • Cultures, Customs, and Celebrations

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Early Childhood Honeybees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

he Honeybee program is designed for pre-kindergarten-age children. Keeping this age group in mind, weekly themes are specifically designed for a fun, relaxing summer while still implementing academics into the framework. This program aims to support your child’s social, emotional, and academic growth. With low student-teacher ratios, engaging themes, projects, recess, and a mid-morning snack, each day offers unlimited opportunities for learning and fun! Seven Hills teachers Julie Brackett and De’Yana Jackson are lead teachers in the Honeybee program. Children must be toilet trained to attend. The morning themes extend into the afternoon as children build upon the morning projects and enjoy outdoor water play, a mid-afternoon snack, and nap/rest time. Lunch may be brought from home or purchased for $30 per week.

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June 14–18 Has your child ever wondered how their body works? What makes them jump so high, what foods help make them strong, and how they grow? This week will help children understand body mechanics through movement, motion, and play! We will discover fun facts about our bodies, and use the alphabet to help us understand different body parts and functions. This week will help boys and girls stay healthy and active. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325 6

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Amazing Authors

June 21–25 Reading is the key to learning. Beloved children’s books will be brought to life with a week full of reading and literature discovery. Every day we will read books, celebrate story book characters, and do craft projects. Let’s get into a good book! Some of the books we will explore are “Last Stop on Market Street” and “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.” Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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................ “You’ve got a Friend in Me”

June 28–July 2 Relationships are at the core of learning, and this week we will focus on friendships and how they help children grow and learn. Activities will focus on respect, how we treat our friends, and how we help one another. By the end of this camp, children will come home with a new appreciation for caring for one another. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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Frogs, Toads, and Stepping Stones

July 6–July 9 (No camp Monday, July 5) What a wonderful world lives under water! From frogs and toads to plants and clay—creeks and streams are great places to play all day! Children will learn about the fun underwater world they often see in parks and maybe even in their own backyards. Morning Program: $145 Full Day: $260

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ages 3-4

Happy Feet

July 12–16 Let’s DANCE! Movement and motion give us energy, bring us joy, and keep us active. Let’s explore new ways to move our bodies by exploring dance, music, and rhythms that are popular in the U.S. and all around the world. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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Counting 1, 2, 3

July 19–23 The best feeling is when your child can count past 10...then 20...then 100! This week we will focus on just that by exploring numbers through books, the world around us, manipulatives, and hands-on early math activities. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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Everyday Superheroes

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Honeybee Hive

July 26–30 This year has been a year for superheroes—and we celebrate them this week. Honeybees will learn about professions and jobs that help others, such as doctors, sanitation workers, teachers, construction workers, and nurses. It takes a lot of hard work to make the world go round, and we have these everyday superheroes to thank!

Aug. 2–6 Honeybees is so much fun, we get a BONUS week this summer! In a smaller group setting, children will gear up for the school year and soak up the last bit of summer sun by sampling some fun programs we offered all summer long. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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Stingerbees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ur Stingerbee summer program provides nine weeks of exciting learning opportunities. Campers expand their imaginations and knowledge through a variety of enriching, academic-based, hands-on activities. The focus of the weekly themes is having fun in a relaxed summertime atmosphere. Stingerbee campers will also take time to enjoy a mid-morning snack and recess. Teachers Becky Swain, Anne Simpson, Megan Budde, and Connie Howard are lead teachers in the Stingerbee program. The afternoon program is an extension of the morning weekly themes. Afternoons include exciting enrichment programs offered by experts from the local community, including in art and science. Swimming takes place two days per week at nearby Losantiville Country Club (children are transported by The Seven Hills School bus). Lunch may be brought from home or purchased for $30 per week.

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June 14–18 Jump! Move! Dance! How our bodies work will be the focus of this week. Children will engage in activities which will focus on an active lifestyle, healthy eating, and how bodies move and grow. Activities will help children learn what fuels their brain and body so each day they will feel strong and prepared to learn. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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“The Giving Tree” June 21–25 Books teach us values, how to treat others, and about the world around us. In this classic book, children learn about the importance of giving and respect. Literature will be studied through the lens of this book, and many others during this camp. Let’s read (and write a little too)! Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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“It’s Cool to Be Kind”

June 28–July 2 Kindness is contagious, so let’s learn how to spread kindness in the world around us. Through books, group games, songs, and art, children will learn how to connect with one another and, most of all, to treat all people with respect. By the end of the week, your child will go home with fresh ideas about how they can help those who need it most, and maybe even some new skills to practice with their families at home. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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Race to Outerspace July 6–9

(No camp Monday, July 5)

Let’s shoot for the stars and investigate everything from the planets to the galaxy beyond as we delve into SPACE! The unknown world represents such appeal to curious minds. So this week we will “blast off” on a journey to learn even more. Morning Program: $145 Full Day: $260

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ages 5-7

Weekly Options (daily rates not available) Early Care: $40 . . . . . . (week of July 6: $32) (7:30-9 a.m.) After Care: $40 . . . . . . (week of July 6: $32) (3:30-4:45 p.m.) Extended Care: $40 . . . (week of July 6: $32) (4:45-6 p.m.) Camp Lunch: $30 . . . . (week of July 6: $25)

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Rock, Paper, Scissors

July 12–16 Much like playing the popular game, “rock, paper, scissors,” another way to bond with fellow campers is to create with art! Using different media ranging from natural materials to craft supplies this camp will provide inspiration for the creative mind. Art helps children express themselves and work with their hands. We will also explore different sensory materials along the way. Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

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Number Sense

July 19–23 Time to work with numbers and have adventures in math. Although summer is all about fun, it’s important to hit the refresh button on math before the school year starts again. But don’t worry—the campers will learn through solving realworld problems, playing games, and creative activities!

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Stingerbees PLUS

July 26–30 Get ready for the new school year! Brush up on reading, writing and math activities each day. We will help you get back into the school routine with small group activities as well as one-on-one instruction.

Aug. 2–6 Stingerbees have had an exciting summer, and this final week will bring new adventures to camp! Visitors will come to campus and provide enrichment activities that are sure to be the highlight of your child’s summer. These will include animal experts, naturalists from local parks, art specialists, and even scientists! Children will also visit local pools for some extra swim time! Your Stingerbee will enjoy a week full of new experiences that is sure to end the summer on a high note!

Morning Program: $180 Full Day: $325

Stingerbees. . . .

Full Day: $375

Stingerbees Sampler

Aug. 9–13 Kids love Stingerbees so much, we are offering an extra sample of our most popular summer offerings. This week will serve as a bridge between the warm summer days and the school year soon to come. Full Day: $375

Create Your Summer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ith our Create Your Summer format, children may select specific enrichment programs to pursue their interests, or discover new ones. Our age-appropriate group offerings share many of the same aspects of our school — it’s hands-on, adventurous, energetic, creative, and offers a full spectrum of activities throughout the summer.

Sample Cincinnati

Adventure Club

Branching Out

Aug. 2–6 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: John Rising

June 14–18 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Sarah Zaffiro

This week we will tour all the Cincinnati favorites, which may include Kroger, Via Vite, LaRosa’s, Montgomery Inn, and Jungle Jim’s International Market. Learn about these Cincinnati icons and enjoy samples and swag. fee: $180

Summer is coming to a close and it’s time for one last hurrah...the exciting, incomparable, keeping-them-on-theedge-of-their-seats Adventure Club! This annual excursion camp will take kids on a wild ride each day to unique destinations like Kings Island, Scene 75, Urban Air Adventure Park, Coney Island, and other outdoor attractions. Kids won’t want to miss this! fee: $395

Children will learn all about plants, animals, weather, and more at the Branching Out nature camp! Activities will include nature hikes, scavenger hunts, and other naturerelated crafts and activities that will better connect your children to the world around them. fee: $180

Alex Meacham Basketball Camp

July 19–23 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Jason Jacobs Are you ready for an adventure? Just like in the movie “The Goonies,” you’ll journey on an adventure or two every day! This is what you get when you mix escape rooms, education, special effects, puzzles, math, magic, acting, and movie making. You’ll work as a team in this immersive way to discover such mysteries as the Titanic, Civil War, Lost Colony, the Turing Test, Houdini, and many other fun topics. Children must break into their box before time runs out. Each box has many locks and clues that lead to the next and you will have to solve subtle clues, puzzles, and math problems to break into each box. fee: $225

July 26–30 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Kristin Suer

Acting Out! Theatre Camp June 21–25 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Sarah Zaffiro

Children will discover the building blocks of theatre, including costumes, sets, acting, singing, and dancing. We will be drawing sets, designing costumes, and even doing some cool stage makeup! fee: $180

July 26–30 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Alex Meacham

Former University of Cincinnati player and coach Alex Meacham will lead this camp with a focus on learning and improving fundamental skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Our goal is to have each child gain a better understanding of the game, as well as working on ball handling, footwork, defense, shooting, and passing. fee: $180

Breakout Mysteries

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Camp GOTR

June 28–July 2 | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. July 12–16 | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. grades 3-5 Instructor: GOTR (Girls on the Run) Camp GOTR combines the best of Girls on the Run with all the fun of camp! During this weeklong session, third–fifth grade girls will build friendships in a fun and inclusive setting that includes interactive games, being physically active, and expressing creativity through art and crafts, and storytelling. Led by caring and qualified Girls on the Run coaches, Camp GOTR provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for all girls to develop selfconfidence, learn life skills they can use now and as they grow, and have fun with friends. REGISTER HERE:

www.gotrcincinnati.org fee: $175

Chess

July 6–9 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 (No camp July 5) Instructor: Kevin Coleman Learn foundational ideas in the game of chess. We’ll start out with the basics: how the chess pieces move, the three stages of a chess game, and, of course, how a game is won. We’ll also focus on some of the life skills chess can teach us, such as learning to make and adapt plans, thinking from someone else’s perspective, and creative problem-solving. Along the way there will be puzzles, minigames, and fun chess variants. fee: $145

Cincy Foodie Finds

June 14-18 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Tyler Mcllwraith This tasty summer camp will tour the finest eateries and food supplier industries in the city. The students will work side-by-side with the owners, managers, and sales force in this educational and delicious camp. Students will immerse themselves in the entire restaurant process from menu creation, etiquette, marketing, design, and cooking. In the past, the camp has visited Alfio’s, Dewey’s, Camp Washington Chili, Bakersfield, The Eagle, and Jean Robert’s Restaurant Group. fee: $180

Cincy Style Sports

June 21–25 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Tyler Mcllwraith Cincinnati sports have a ton to offer— from professional sports teams to local parks brimming with activities. This week, children will learn about their favorite sports teams, visit local parks to participate in unique games, and work on skills that are part of traditional team sports. If your child is a sports fanatic, this camp is for them! fee: $180

Comedy Camp

July 26–30 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Russell White Through improv and fun theatre games your child could be the next stand-up comedian. This camp will focus on building confidence, joy, and laughter all through exploring the world of gutbusting comedy. fee: $180

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Cultures, Customs, & Celebrations Tour July 12–16 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Kristin Suer In this tour across our city, campers will be immersed in different cultures. Activities might include taking a tour to learn what an organization does, tasting new foods, learning a dance, singing in another language, or doing a craft. Locations may include the Donauschwaben German-American Cultural Center, Irish Heritage Center of Cincinnati, Cultural Centre of India, and Spanish Play Dates. fee: $180

Create Your Summer Sampler

Aug. 9–13 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructors: Elliot Glum and Corey Wilson The fun of summer program doesn’t have to end because Seven Hills is offering its first-ever BONUS Sampler week! Get a taste of our most popular summer offerings, and stay for a few surprises during the week. This camp will feature swimming and field trips. fee: $375

DIY Creations

Fitness Warriors

June 21–25 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Sarah Zaffiro

July 19–23 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Shayla Myles-Aaron

This camp will begin with an introduction to the fundamentals of art: color theory, composition, perspective, etc. We will complete and present a DIY project every day, and practice our drawing and painting skills. fee: $180

Do you want to learn how to become a more well-rounded athlete and get in great shape? In this camp you will work on building a strong foundation so that you can improve your overall level of fitness. We will also learn about sports nutrition, mindset, and goal setting, and have the chance to compete in a fun intracamp competition. Join this camp if you want to get fit, have fun, and learn how to better take care of your body. fee: $180

Exotic Animals

July 12–16 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Aimee Burton There are animals all over the world that are considered exotic. From creeping and crawling to majestic or endangered, there are animals we have never even heard of. Let’s discover new animals that are special in their own way and learn about them! This camp will feature an end of the week zoo trip and special activities where we research characteristics of our unique animal friends. fee: $180

Frisbee with Cincinnati Ultimate

July 6–9 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 4-6 (No camp July 5) Instructor: CUPA (Cincinnati Ultimate Players Association) Prepare for a fun and active week as we explore the world of ultimate frisbee and frisbee-related games. Campers will learn throwing techniques, improve their catching skills, and learn to play the exciting sport of ultimate frisbee. fee: $145

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Gems, Geodes, and Geology

July 6–9 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 (No camp July 5) Instructor: Barbara James Journey to the center of the earth and back. Our adventures will take us on simulated fossils digs, the creation of land forms, making a model earth, growing crystals, finding geodes, and much more. Each day is packed with scientific study through messy fun. fee: $145

Go Local!

June 21–25 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Elliot Glum There are many local organizations within our very city that have worked hard to stay afloat this past year. We have the opportunity to support them by going local and visiting these organizations during this fun camp. All the places we will visit will have a central purpose, whether that be giving back, creating handmade products, art made by local artists, or even working with local parks. Join us as we see all the unique and wonderful organizations our Queen City has to offer! fee: $180

Golf

July 6–9 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. grades 4-8 (No camp July 5) Instructor: John Rising Golf is a lifetime sport and this week will get children started in the game, or hone their existing skills. Players of all levels will receive a daily lesson from a PGA pro and will work on swing components, putting, and course etiquette. After the lessons, players will be grouped by level and play a daily round of golf with a coach. Courses may include Reeves, Little Miami, Meadow Links, and World of Golf. Participants must bring their own clubs and golf balls. fee: $300

Health, Mindfulness, and “Bee”-yond July 12–16 | 12–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Sarah Zaffiro

This camp will cover lots of fun and important topics: general health and safety, food and nutrition, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. We will be discussing different types of foods (and even making some!), journaling, and much more! fee: $180

Inventions: Flying Machines

June 28–July 2 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Ken Revell Want to design, build, and fly your very own model rocket? You can in this introduction to the exciting world of rocketry! You will learn about different designs from water rockets to combustion-based engines. Newton’s laws will be explored and applied to the wonderful world of flight. fee: $180

“Jumanji”

June 21–25 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Megan Whitt Join us for “Jumanji” jungle week! We will dive into the Caldecott awardwinning book by Chris Van Allsburg, and make the characters come to life through board games, obstacle courses, jungle themed artwork, and a new Seven Hills sequel! fee: $180

Jump Start School

July 26–30 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2 and 3 Instructors: Cicely Knecht & Aimee Burton Get ready for the new school year! Brush up on reading, writing, and math activities each morning. We will help you to get back into the groove of school with small group activities as well as one-on-one instruction. Children are grouped based on rising grade level. fee: $180 13

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Kid Chefs—Let’s Lunch!

Magic

Makerspace

July 26–30 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Jason Jacobs

July 12–16 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2–6 Instructor: Kate Labare

Calling all foodies! School may be out, but who doesn’t want to learn something new in the kitchen— especially if you get to eat your homework! If you are a young chef who loves food and creation, this is the camp for you. Join us in the kitchen this summer to discover healthy and creative foods, all while enjoying the joy of cooking. Children will make their own lunch for the day and learn techniques to help them in the kitchen at home. fee: $180

Your child will dazzle and amaze you for many days during this super fun, rare experience to learn how to perform close-up magic shows. Each day your child will receive a bag or kit full of magic tricks. Campers will not only learn the secret of the tricks, but also showmanship, patter, performance tips, and how to entertain audiences. Your child will learn many amazing magic tricks using cards, coins, rope, fun gimmicks, and even some sleight of hand. Campers will star in short episodes on Magic Kids TV on YouTube, documenting their experiences as they prepare for the magic show.

This exciting camp will be full of hands-on inventing, tinkering, exploring, discovering, and creative FUN! Campers will choose daily STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) design challenges inspired by favorite books, video games, and movies. Using their creativity and design skills, campers will work with reused materials as well as Legos, Tinkertoys, littleBits circuits, and natural materials to increase their problem-solving and engineering skills in this hands-on camp. fee: $180

Lost and Found Exploring Vintage Cincinnati

Note: A specific photo/video release form, for parents’ signature, is required to participate in this program. fee: $225

Making a Scene: Set Design and Playwriting

July 26–30 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Amy Francis

July 6–9 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Jennifer Steller

We will explore the vintage world of Cincinnati with the ultimate goal of creating your best vintage window display. We will create a budget based on interests and fellow campers will visit your window display at the end of the week. Several days of this camp will be spent thrifting. fee: $145

June 14–18 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2–6 Instructor: Sarah Zaffiro

Children will be introduced to all of the elements that go into creating a play or a musical. Then, we will put together our very own show to perform at the end of the week! fee: $180

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Minecraft

June 14–18 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2–6 Instructor: Corey Wilson Battle your friends in an all-out player vs. player competition. Students will create a survival world and will also build a masterpiece to showcase in a building competition. fee: $180

Minecraft

July 6–9 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. (No camp July 5) grades 2-6 Instructor: Corey Wilson Battle your friends in an all-out player vs. player competition. Students will create a survival world and will also build a masterpiece to showcase in a building competition. fee: $145

Mysteries of History July 12–16 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Anne Losekamp

Welcome to the GREAT UNKNOWN. Have you ever heard of a famous person or story in history and wonder what happened? This combo field trip and discovery camp will take children on a journey to learn about some of history’s greatest mysteries and explore some local Cincinnati legends. fee: $180

Nature Creations and Explorations July 12–16 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2–6 Instructor: Kate LaBare

Campers will explore the school garden and the wild corners of campus (and beyond!) to create nature art! Campers will make an indigo natural dye tie-dye T-shirt or bandana, create garden art and pollinator habitats, make leaf crowns and wands, visit local parks to harvest clay from a creek bed, and cool off with smoothies and iced tea made with ingredients from the school garden. fee: $180

Ninja Warrior Training June 14–18 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

June 21–25 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Tyler Mcllwraith Calling all ninja warriors! Do you have what it takes to be the next ninja warrior? We will visit various gyms around the city as we train to improve our strength, agility, and coordination. The rope swing, quadruple steps and warped wall are just some of the obstacles you will learn to conquer. fee: $180

Paddle, Climb, Swim, Fly! July 19–23 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

grades 3-6 Instructor: Kristin Suer It’s time to release your inner animal! This week we spend every day off campus to get out of our comfort zones and try new things! Activities may include rock climbing, ropes courses, indoor skydiving, canoeing, and going to a breakout room. How much more fun could it get?! fee: $395

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Party Planning

June 28–July 2 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Phoebe Dierkers Students will plan and host a Fourth of July party! They will create inspiration boards to begin the brainstorming process and get excited about different ideas. We will also determine a budget, and then create supply lists and a menu that stay within the budget. The students will be thrilled to feel their hard work pay off by getting to throw the party and partake in all the fun they’ve planned! fee: $180

Pollinator Power

July 19–23 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Queen City Pollinator Project This camp will introduce your child to the power of pollinators! Not only will they learn why we need pollinators, they will get hands-on experience in the garden. Students will get a deep-dive view into a honeybee hive with an observation beehive, will get a close-up look at caterpillars, chrysalides, and butterflies and will learn about all the things a garden needs in order to thrive. fee: $180

Putt Puttin’ Around

June 14-18 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Elliot Glum You may not be a big-time golfer but that does not mean you can’t have fun playing golf—the miniature-style way. Sign up to play on the many creative and cool miniature golf courses around Cincinnati such as General Custer’s, Glow Golf, Scene 75, and Putters and Utters. So sign up for great fun and you can even choose the color of your golf ball you get to sink in the hole. fee: $180

Puzzle This

July 6–9 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (No camp July 5) grades 2-6 Instructor: Phoebe Dierkers Join us each day to crack the code! Each day we will work on different logic or mathematics puzzles and culminate the week with the biggest puzzle of all—AN ESCAPE ROOM. This week will also feature brain games and fun surprises to keep you guessing each day. fee: $145

Spies and CSI’s

July 26–30 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Aimee Burton Want to use your investigative skills to solve a mystery? Delve into the world of “whodunit” and act like a spy for the week! We will practice real techniques that detectives use and maybe even solve a mystery on our own Seven Hills campus. fee: $180

STEAM Exploration

June 28–July 2 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Megan Whitt Learn 21st-century skills while having fun during a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) Exploration! From pop rockets to magnetic slime: build, experiment, create, and collaborate during this exploration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. fee: $180

Stinger Soccer Clinic

July 19–23 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Seven Hills Soccer staff This camp is conducted by Seven Hills coaches and focuses on players ages 7-12. Players will work on improving technical skills like shooting, receiving the ball, dribbling, passing, and more. There will be small-side games and tournaments throughout the week.

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This camp will be a great way for players to improve, learn, and enjoy soccer during the summer season. fee: $180

Strategy Games and Epic Quests June 14-18 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Corey Wilson

There are tons of popular games out there that involve advanced skills and focused decision-making. Not only are these games fun to play, but they teach children important lessons about making choices and strategy. This week will explore popular epic games including the card game “Magic,” the quest game “Settlers of Catan,” and the game “Dominion.” NEW this year, children will play some outdoor adventure games as well and explore the basics of “Dungeons and Dragons.” fee: $180

Survivor Challenge Week July 19–23 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Ken Revell

Students will take part in a five-day friendly competition based on CBS’s reality show “Survivor.” Each day they will put their physical and mental capabilities to the test with scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, puzzles, and more. Students will work individually and as a team to accomplish their goal to be a Survivor Challenge Champion. fee: $180

Sweets and Treats Baking Class June 21-25 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Dominick Harney

Tennis Clinic

June 21-25 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Keith Thompson

Calling all bread makers, bakers, and candlestick makers...school may be out, but who doesn’t want to learn something new in the kitchen, especially if it’s a sweet treat! If you are a baker who loves food and creation, then this camp is for you. Join us in the kitchen this summer to discover healthy and creative foods all while enjoying the joy of baking. fee: $180

This tennis clinic will focus on improving the skill level of each player along with enhancing the participants’ overall knowledge of the game. Clinic participants will work on ground strokes, eye-hand coordination, serves, volleys, and footwork. A variety of drills, activities and games will be used to improve fundamental skills. Participants should bring their own rackets. fee: $180

Team Sports

The “World” of Food

June 28–July 2 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Elliot Glum Do you just love playing all sports? Here is an opportunity to improve your skills and play a variety of team sports including basketball, soccer, softball, and volleyball. Each day will have a combination of instruction, drills, and game situations with an emphasis on fun! fee: $180

July 19–23 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Anne Losekamp

Who doesn’t love to sample, snack, and sip! Let’s take a mini tour of the world and learn about specialties from different countries. Have a taste for Italian or a craving for Greek? Or perhaps even a hunger for hummus? We will learn about why certain cultures have special foods for special occasions, and even make a few of our own. fee: $180

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The Art of Scrapbooking

Trivia with a Twist

YouTube Stars

Come and enjoy a week of creative creations designing different activities using your own photos. We will create photo albums, calendars, and party decorations with all your fun pictures. We will create our projects with colorful paper, stickers, and embellishments. At the end of the week, your photos will be used in personalized and trendy albums, calendars, and more to take home. Come and join us for a scraptastic week! Please bring approximately 40 photos to the first day of camp. Pictures can be of all different times during the year. fee: $180

Think you could be the next trivia master? Think you could challenge even the best of the best? Each day of this camp will focus on different types of trivia games like Jeopardy, Trivial Pursuit, Cranium, movie trivia, and music trivia. Games will be played, wits will be tested, and at the end of the week, children will design their own trivia games to play against one another—and maybe even beat their camp counselors. fee: $180

Have you ever wanted to learn how to safely create YouTube videos? YouTube Stars will teach students how to film, edit, create thumbnails, look for trends, and host all sorts of fun YouTube videos. Students will learn internet safety when posting and will not share their last names or personal information. All sorts of videos will be created such as tutorials, parodies, vlogs, skits, short films, unboxing, toy reviews, games, and filmmaking. Students will need an idea to share, a skill to make a tutorial, or a toy to review and unbox. Videos will be posted on one of Jason’s YouTube channels.

June 14-18 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Teresa Bardon

Theatre Improv

July 12–16 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Sarah Zaffiro Children will learn about the art of improvisation, including a basic introduction to the world of theatre. We will have a lot of fun this week as we channel our creativity and play lots of improv games! fee: $180

June 28–July 2 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Corey Wilson

Wonderful World of Water June 28–July 2 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Shayla Myles-Aaron

Beat the heat with your friends and explore some of the amazing water attractions Cincy has to offer. Don’t forget your towel as we soak up a full day of summer at places like The Beach Waterpark, Coney Island, Florence Aquatic Center, and Newport Aquarium. We will even visit some indoor water parks to escape the heat. This week will also feature some unique field trips where getting wet is inevitable! Summer is a time for swimming, sunscreen, and splashing...and this week will feature all three! fee: $395

July 26–30 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 2-6 Instructor: Jason Jacobs

Note: A specific photo/video release form, for parents’ signature, is required to participate in this program. fee $225

Middle & Upper School Experience . . . AT A GLANCE Age

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The Middle School Experience

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Mornings 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Afternoons 12:303:30 p.m.

grades 5-8

The Swarm grades 5-8

Time

July 6-9 • The Great Outdoors • Fantasy World Building Highlight: Adventures

FAQ

Campers who are rising fifth-graders are now allowed to choose to participate in Create Your Summer or Middle and Upper School Programs.

Due to Seven Hills’ Middle School renovations, these programs will have a different drop off and pick up location in order to keep them separated from the Create Your Summer Program. Details will be made available closer to camp start time.

• What kind of activities will happen in the afternoon program, The Swarm? Middle school-age campers will be able to create their own programming revolving around the highlight of the week (detailed on page 19). Campers will help decide what kind of field trips they want to take, as well as what kind of activities they want to participate in each day.

Upper School PE Course grade 10 2-week program

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July 26-30

• Movie Makers

• Fitness Warriors

• That’s Debatable

Highlight: Gaming

Highlight: Sports

Rediscovering Books grades 5-8

Virtual Book Lovers Unite!

• Where will this program take place?

July 19-23

• 7 Hills Bake Off

Age

• What’s the biggest difference with the new and improved Middle and Upper School experience?

Age

July 12-16

grades 5-8

Virtual

• Cincinnati Favorites • Fantasy Football

Highlight: Tech

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Time

6 Week Session

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Tuesdays from 7-8:00 p.m.

This 6 week session meets:

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Wednesdays from 7-8:00 p.m.

• June 15 • June 22 • June 29

• July 6 • July 13 • July 20

This 6 week session meets: • June 16 • June 23 • June 30

• July 7 • July 14 • July 21

• Can my middle school-age camper choose between half-day or full-day activities? Yes, middle school-age campers may participate in full-day or half-day activities. If your camper is looking for a relaxed afternoon with friends, The Swarm is the perfect fit for them, but if you prefer more structured activities, the morning offerings are a great option.

Time Full Days 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

June 14-18

June 21-25

Upper School PE Course

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ith our Middle and Upper School Experience format, campers may select a morning enrichment session Our age appropriate offerings are similar to Seven Hills’ school year—hands-on, engaging, energetic, and

7 Hills Bake Off

July 12–16 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: Laura Clemens Bake a cake, a loaf of bread, fancy cookies, a pie, and much more in this competition-style baking experience. Bakers of all experience levels are welcome as we will discuss and practice key techniques as well as try challenges in each of the baking disciplines. Join us to bake, eat, and see who will be the 2021 Seven Hills Bake Off champion! fee: $180

Book Lovers Unite!

Virtual Zoom Book Club-Want to keep your middle schooler reading all summer long? Need the flexibility to travel and attend other programs? Join a Zoom Book Club to read, discuss, and connect with peers. Six-Week Session: Wednesdays | 7–8 p.m. June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21 grades 5-8 Instructor: Laura Clemens This summer Zoom club is for book lovers! Jump-start a summer of books, bond with fellow readers, and discover new authors in this convenient once-a-week virtual gathering. Before the session, your student will receive copies of four excellent new books to read. Electronic updates will engage students with the books and keep them connected to our reading community. Then, during our once-a-week Zoom meetings, club members will come

together to discuss the books and create unique book-centered projects. Specific books for each session will be chosen to match the ages, reading levels, and interests of the students so sign up early! Program fee includes the cost of four books. fee: $180

Rediscovering Books Virtual Zoom Book Club -Want to keep your middle schooler reading all summer long? Need the flexibility to travel and attend other programs? Join a Zoom Book Club to read, discuss, and connect with peers from wherever your summer takes you! 6 Week Session: Tuesdays | 7–8 p.m. June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20 grades 5-8 Instructor: Laura Clemens Are you looking to get your student re-engaged in reading? Join this book club designed for middle schoolers who otherwise might not read this summer. Using graphic novels, novels in verse, riveting historical fiction, and fantasy selected to appeal to their experiences, kids will rediscover the rewards of reading. Before the session, your student will receive copies of four excellent books to read and/or listen to. Electronic updates will engage students and keep them connected to our reading. Then, during our once a week Zoom meetings, the participants will discuss the books, complete interactive challenges, and do an activity that will extend their thinking around the topics. Specific

books for each session will be chosen to match the ages, reading levels, and interests of the students, so sign up early! Program fee includes the cost of four books. fee: $180

Cincinnati Favorites

July 26–30 | 9 a.m.– 12 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: Kristin Suer This week we will tour all the Cincinnati favorites which might include Kroger, Via Vite, LaRosa’s, Montgomery Inn, and Jungle Jim’s International Market. Swag and samples will be collected! fee: $180

Fantasy World Building

July 6–9 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (No camp July 5) grades 5-8 Instructor: Laura Clemens Do you enjoy fantasy or science fiction books, games, or movies? Have you ever considered designing your own world? In this four-day camp, we will walk through the basic steps of world-building to decide on geography, people, history, and cultures for your own unique fantasy world. Examples from exceptional worlds such as “Harry Potter,” “Lord of the Rings,” “Star Wars,” and “Avatar,” will help guide our paths. We will draw maps, design civilizations, create magic systems, and write stories. Students will leave this experience with the inspiration to draw, write, and design all summer long. fee: $145

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Middle & Upper School Experience of their choice, and then choose to stay for our new afternoon experience, The Swarm (see below). creative. The summer offers a full spectrum of activities for rising fifth-graders through eighth-graders to enjoy.

Fantasy Football

July 26–30 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: Elliot Glum Are you a fantasy football fanatic or wanting to learn more about what is involved? Spend the week creating a team to compete with others and prepare for the draft on the final day of camp. We’ll also get outside each day for touch football. fee: $180

Fitness Warriors

July 12–16 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: John Rising This intensive weeklong experience focuses on what is arguably the most important element of a healthy and long life—fitness. Traditional calisthenics, yoga, cardio machines, obstacle courses, nutrition, creating fitness routines, tracking progress, loud music, special guests…you name it, we are going to demolish it! Living a healthy lifestyle is important but it is also challenging. Learning some skills to make the challenge easier and fun is what this course delivers! fee: $180

Movie Makers

July 19–23 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: Laura Clemens Calling all actors, directors, writers, artists, and videographers: join the 7hills Film company to plan, write, act, film, and edit a short movie. Collaborating in teams, we will construct concepts, write scripts, cast parts, select locations, rehearse scenes,

create props, film, and edit our movie. The week will end with a showcase of the films. fee: $180

That’s Debateable

July 19–23 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: Elliot Glum Improve your quick thinking, critical listening, and public speaking skills. This class will help you learn how to develop respectful and persuasive arguments while debating topics. Topics will be researched and presented in a safe and polite environment. fee: $180

The Great Outdoors

July 6–9 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (No camp July 5) grades 5-8 Instructor: Kristin Suer Summer is a time to be OUTDOORS! Discover the great outdoors by cooking over an open fire, hiking the trails, creating nature crafts, pitching a tent, and learning and working in our great parks. fee: $145

The Swarm

Weekly option July 6–30 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. grades 5-8 Instructor: Elliot Glum Join us in the Swarm from 12:30-3:30 p.m. each afternoon for a distraction from the ordinary. Meet up with friends who you haven’t seen since the school year and meet new ones! Spend time playing games, sports, going on trips,

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S WA R M and making new HIGHLIG HTS: social connections. Week 1: Adv The group will entu Week 2: Gam res collaborate to in Week 3: Spo g select activities and rts Week 4: Te ch truly create their own experience. While each week will be designed around the students’ interests, highlight Tuesdays and Thursdays will feature a planned trip each week. fee: $125

Upper School PE Course

June 14–18 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. June 21–25 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. High school students who successfully complete this summer course will receive a .25 physical education credit for their education requirement. grade 10 Instructor: Hannah Hanley The program will follow, as closely as possible, the established physical education curriculum as stated in the current course description. Students will be exposed to a variety of lifetime sports and activities as well as fitness exercises that aim to provide stress release for each student. Yoga and pilates will be incorporated throughout the curriculum, as well as self-defense. Students will also learn new workouts in the weight room and different fitness workouts they can use outside of the classroom. Lifetime sports that will be taught include, but are not limited to, golf, tennis, frisbee golf, cornhole, badminton, and bowling. fee: $450 21

Seven Hills Summer 2021 Terms of Enrollment Permission: I grant permission for my child to participate in The Seven Hills School Summer Program as described, including swimming and traveling on trips for field study and other off-campus activities. Photograph Release: I give permission to The Seven Hills School Summer Program to release the camper’s photograph to be used by the school for promotion of The Seven Hills School Summer Program. Food Allergies: Children with food allergies must provide their own lunches. We must have an EAP (Emergency Action Plan) on file and epinephrine auto-injector if needed. Extended Day: Morning and after-camp Extended Day programs are not drop-in services. Late fee of $1 per minute applies after 6 p.m. Application Fee: One-time application fee for non-Seven Hills families is $50. Deposit: There is a $50 per program deposit due for registration prior to May 15, 2021. The deposit is applied to the program cost. All deposits are non-refundable. Account Balances: All remaining account balances must be paid in full by May 15, 2021. The account balance equals the cost of the program minus the deposit already paid. Multiple Week Discount: A 5% discount applies if you register for four or more weeks. Registrations received after May 15, 2021 must be paid in full. Partial Attendance Rule: No refund or reduction in fees is possible for a child who arrives late, leaves early, or attends only part of a session. Cancellation Policy: Classes may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Full refunds will be issued for those programs. If a camp is cancelled parents will be notified two weeks before the camp start date. A minimum of two weeks’ written notice is required of intention to withdraw for any registered program participant. If proper notice is given, any program fee, minus the deposit, will be returned. Note: Terms of Enrollment may be signed during the registration process via the online system.

Further inquires may be addressed to: Jill Romerill Summer Program Director jill.romerill@7hills.org Christina O’Donnell Summer Program Assistant Director christina.o’donnell@7hills.org 513.728.2380 Register for our Summer Program on our website at:

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