2012-2013 SCHOOL YEAR TO DATE The Seven Hills School
Outstanding academic achievements and more Twenty-two members of the Class of 2013— 27% of the class—have scored to date at least one perfect 800 on one of the three sections of the SAT or on one SAT Subject Test. On the ACTs, 12 members of the class earned 14 perfect scores of 36 in math, science, English, or reading. Fifty-eight seniors and 2012 graduates have been named AP Scholars by the College Board for their exceptional achievement on the college-level AP Exams. Of the 234 Advanced Placement exams in 16 subjects taken in May by 101 students, 98% of the scores were 3’s or better on the 1-5 national scale, qualifying our students for advanced standing in college, and 49% of the scores were 5’s! They scored an average of 4.26 (“Well Qualified”). Twenty-seven percent of the Class of 2013 received recognition in the National Merit Scholarship Program. This included nine semifinalists and 13 Commended students. In addition, one senior was recognized as a National Achievement Outstanding Participant. Nineteen Middle Schoolers served as delegates from the DRC, France, and Saudi Arabia at the Jr. Model UN Conference. A senior participated in the Head of the Hooch Regatta in Chattanooga, TN. The Hooch is the largest regatta in the Southeast with over 2000 boats. This year his boat—the Men’s Youth 8—
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Our meaningful difference: The Seven Hills Method
finished in First Place racing against 63 teams in their event.
What sets Seven Hills apart—our meaningful difference—is how we teach rather than what we teach: The Seven Hills Method.
Two sophomores and one freshman performed in the OMEA Southwest Region Orchestra (an auditioned honors orchestra for grades 9–12) with the finest young musicians in the Cincinnati/Dayton area.
The Seven Hills Method develops habits and values that last a lifetime: our students’ confidence in independent thought and inquiry, collaborative problem solving, a global view that considers the perspectives and needs of people around the world, creativity to innovate and adapt, communication skills to lead and inspire, and never-ending passion for learning and for living fulfilling lives. The main points of The Seven Hills Method follow, and examples appear throughout this review of the first semester.
A fifth grader finished second and received honorable mention at the very competitive KMEA Bluegrass Elementary Piano Competition at Morehead State University. He is one of the recipients for the Cincinnati Symphony Club Scholarship offered by CCM. Thirty Upper students represented the USA, Venezuela, Indonesia, Malawi, and Rwanda at the Model UN. A junior won the Distinguished Delegate award for her committee, and three seniors received Honorable Mentions for theirs. The theme of the conference was Latin America. A sophomore was selected to play in the Ohio All-State Orchestra at the OMEA Conference in Columbus. This is the top student ensemble in the state—the best of the best. The Chinese I & II Honors students earned top honors, including two First Prizes, at the 2012 Greater Cincinnati Area Chinese Singing Competition, sponsored by The Confucius Continued next page
• We pose engaging questions that foster students’ passion for learning. • We design complex tasks that build logic, critical thinking and problem solving skills. • We structure learning activities that require creativity, independent thought and innovation. • We focus on content that engages students in compelling global issues. • We design opportunities for meaningful collaboration. • We craft opportunities for skilled and confident communication in a variety of media. • We emphasize the use of technological tools for research, analysis, and communication.
Inside College Counseling Report Four new programs in 2012-13 Learning through inquiry, hands-on discovery, technology, collaboration
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Celebrating outstanding sports achievements
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First semester fine & performing arts sampler
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