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.minton@7hills.org.
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SCHOOL DAY HOURS
8:10 a.m.-3:05 p.m.
Recommended arrival time: 7:30-8 a.m.
Students will check in with their advisor before 8:10 a.m. 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.
full calendar available IN AUGUST in veracross parent portal
Key Dates available on here
New Parent Orientation via Zoom —Monday, Aug. 10, 7:00 p.m.
Optional Common App Bootcamp for Seniors — Tuesday, Aug. 12, 9:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
9th Grade Parent Meeting– Friday, Aug. 21, 8:30-9:00 a.m.
9th Grade Orientation/Retreat – Friday, Aug. 21, 8:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Seniors Parking Spot Painting Day – Saturday, Aug. 22
SATs (off campus) – Saturday, Aug. 22
Optional Common App Bootcamp for Seniors – Saturday, Aug. 22, 9:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
New 10th-12th Grade Students Orientation – Monday, Aug. 24, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
First Day of School – Tuesday, Aug. 25
Show Your Spirit! Spirit Wear Day – Friday, Aug. 28
Parent Night – Wednesday, Sept. 2, 6:30 p.m.
Labor Day-No School — Monday, Sept. 7
Student Picture Days – Tuesday-Wednesday, Sept. 8-9
Senior Parents College Counseling Meeting via Zoom — Tuesday, Sept. 8, 7:00 p.m.
Coffee with a College Counselor via Zoom —Wednesday, Sept. 9, 9:00 a.m.
SATs (off campus) – Saturday, Sept. 12
Spirit Week – Monday, Sept. 14-Friday, Sept. 18
Seven Hills Homecoming & Youth Spirit Night – Friday, Sept. 18
Seven Hills Family Grill-Out – Friday, Sept. 18, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
ACTs (off campus) – Saturday, Oct. 17
Homecoming Dance – Saturday, Sept. 19, 8:00-11:00 p.m.
College Financial Aid Workshop for Parents –Monday, Sept. 28, 7:00 p.m.
New Parents Cocktail Social– Wednesday, Sept. 30, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Middle/Upper Combined Choral Concert –.Thursday, Oct 1, 7:00 p.m.
SATs (off campus) – Saturday, Oct. 3
Fall Break – Thursday-Friday, Oct. 8-9
Records Day-No School – Monday, Oct. 12
Faculty Professional Development Day-No School – Tuesday, Oct. 13
Picture Retake Day – Wednesday, Oct. 14
ACTs (off campus) – Saturday, Oct. 17
Parent Teacher Conferences-No School – Monday, Oct. 26
Parent Teacher Conferences-No School for 9th & 12th Grades – Tuesday, Oct. 27
Experiential Learning Day – Friday, Oct. 30
Summer reading
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 I Am Not Jessica Chen
- Tenth Grade English Born a Crime
- Tenth Grade English (Honors) 1984
- Eleventh Grade English All My Rage OR Behold the Dreamers
- Eleventh Grade English (AP) The Leavers
- Twelfth Grade English Feeding Ghosts: A Graphic Memoir
- Twelfth Grade English (AP) Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead: A Novel AND Beloved
After classes begin in the fall, Ninth Grade students will be asked to write a reflection on I Am Not Jessica Chen, and students in grades 10-12 will write about the book they read from the following LIST.
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
Summer Review Packet AB- coming soon!
AP Calculus BC
Summer Assignment Letter to Students
AP CHemistry
AP PHYSICS
Summer Assignment Instructions
AT Multivariable Calculus
The summer assignments below are only required for those students coming from AP Calculus AB.
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)
Letter to New Families from Head of Upper School Rick Tate
Letter to Returning Families from Head of Upper School Rick Tate
Student Health Forms
Experiential Learning Information
College Counseling Communications:
26-27 College Counseling Calendar of Events
9th Grade College Counseling Welcome Letter
9th-10th Grade College Counseling Timeline
11th-12th Grade College Counseling Timeline
Welcome Letter from Matt Bolton
Parent Community Welcome Letter
New Faces and New Places 2026-27
Canvas Set-up Instructions
Parent Platform & Parent Communications Guide
Allergy Letter to Families
Lunch Letter to Families
UPPER SCHOOL Specific Information
Ninth Grade Orientation Family Letter
Upper Picture Day Flyer
TSHS Family Handbook 2026-27
New Parent’s Guide to Upper School 2026-27
Challenge Experience and Community Service Requirements
Experiential Learning Overview
9th Grade College Counseling Info
10th-12th Grade College Counseling Info
Seven Hills Parent Platform and Parent Communications Guide
Upper School Program of Studies 2026-27