Here is where Upper families can find a variety of school resources such as forms, supply lists, athletic information, the school calendar, and much more — all in one place! We post new information on a rolling basis, so check back often. Need additional help? Feel free to email the Upper School main office at hannah.maggard@7hills.org.
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SAVE THE DATE
New Parent Orientation via Zoom (for Upper Parents who are new to The Seven Hills School) — Aug. 1, 2024, 7 p.m.
Optional Common App Bootcamp for Seniors — Aug. 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Optional Common App Bootcamp for Seniors – Aug. 17, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
New Student & 9th Grade Orientation (for all 9th graders and new students) – Aug. 20, 2024, 1-3:15 p.m.
First Day of Classes – Aug. 21, 2024
Ninth Grade Parent Meeting – Aug. 26, 2024, 6 p.m.
Parent Night – Aug. 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Ninth Grade Retreat – Aug. 29-30, 2024
New Head of School Installation – Sept. 5, 2024, 6 p.m.
Student Picture Day – Sept. 9-10, 2024
Seven Hills Homecoming – Sept. 20-21, 2024
Seven Hills Family Picnic – Sept. 20, 2024, 5-7 p.m.
Fall Break – Oct. 10-11, 2024
Records Day/No Classes – Oct. 14, 2024
Faculty Professional Development Day/No Classes – Oct. 15, 2024
SCHOOL DAY LOGISTICS
SCHOOL DAY HOURS
8:10 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Recommended arrival time: 7:30-8 a.m.
Students will check in with their advisor between by 8:10 am every morning, where attendance will be taken .
Attendance
Absences, late arrivals or early departures should be entered via the Veracross portal before 8:10 a.m.
Students who miss school for a doctor’s appointment must turn in a doctor’s note upon arrival.
ACCESS TO THE UPPER SCHOOL
Students are expected to carry their key card on their lanyard so that it is visible at all time.
Summer reading
Below are the summer reading texts. This summer there are two summer reading programs in the Upper School. One is connected to the English class students will take next year, and the other is a student-led initiative.
Summer reading for academic class
Each English class assigns a summer reading text. Think of this as the first book on the students’ English class syllabus. Students should be prepared to discuss the book in class, and will likely be assigned a paper on the book in the early weeks of the first quarter.
Here are the texts assigned to each class:
- Ninth Grade English Darius the Great is Not Okay
- Tenth Grade English Born a Crime
- Tenth Grade English (Honors) 1984
- Eleventh Grade English All My Rage
- Eleventh Grade English (AP) The Leavers
Summer reading for a student-led biracial author project
In addition to the summer reading connected to the English class, all students are being asked to participate in a student-led project focusing on biracial themes by biracial authors.
The book students will be asked to read for this project is Darius the Great Is Not Okay, which is also the text connected to the ninth grade English class.
As part of this project, students will be expected to write a 250-word personal reflection on Darius the Great is not Okay. Click here for the handout for details. Click here for more information about the assignment.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Mark Beyreis, English department chair, directly. His email address is mark.beyreis@7hills.org and his cell phone number is 513-884-175,
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
Summer Work Letter to Students
AP CHemistry
AP Physics
Our students are accountable for dressing in a way that is appropriate for the school day and honors our school values. Students are expected to wear clothing that is appropriate for and supports our safe and inclusive learning community. Clothing should not have any inappropriate or offensive symbols or language or be a distraction to the learning environment. For example, students may not wear clothing that bears inappropriate or harassing slogans, advertises drugs or alcohol, or bears statements/symbols that marginalize students. Students are responsible for choosing clothing that allows them to participate in all aspects of school and they must follow any class-specific dress code guidelines.
If questions arise regarding appropriate dress, the faculty and administration will make the final decision as to what is acceptable attire. Other clothing questions, which arise each year as fashions change, will be answered in light of whether the clothing or accessories in question affect the school community and classroom environment.
Infractions of the dress code will be dealt with by the faculty and administration. If a student violates this policy, the student may be asked to change into other clothing or wear clothing provided by the school. Repeated violations may result in disciplinary action.
At Middle School and Upper School, certain days may be designated “Dress Up Days” for special occasions where we are celebrating our community. On these days, students are expected to dress as if they are going to an interview. This could include appropriate-length skirt/dress or dress pants with a dress shirt. No hats are allowed. Since these days are meant for celebration within our community, any clothing that might put-off someone based on personal beliefs is not allowed. For example, clothing with political statements, foreign military apparel or other potentially exclusionary and/or offensive symbols or statements are not allowed.
At Upper School, teachers will advise students of specific items needed for their classes. Most classes use a combination of paperwork and iPads.
Upper school students should bring,
- Paper/pencils
- Notebook, or something to take notes in
- Folder, or something to hold handouts
- Scientific calculator (Note: Some upper-level math and science classes require students to have a graphing calculator)
- School-issued iPad and charger (9th grade students and new students will receive their iPads at Orientation)
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Contact the Athletics Department administrative assistant Amy Ilg, at amy.ilg@7hills.org or 513.504.4094 with any questions.
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