Indian Hill Middle School Newsletter | March 24, 2023
Weekly Video Celebration
Latin Convention
What a great Ohio Junior Classic League Latin Convention (OJCL) for our Middle School students! Congratulations to you all! Thank you to Mr. Fries and Mrs. Frodge for your mentorship and leadership in Latin and a special shout out to Mrs. Frodge who earned recognition for her long-time service to OJCL!
Important Dates
  • March 27 - April 3: Spring Break - NO School
  • May 25: 8th Grade Graduation
Eighth Grade Parents Only: Graduation Information
Mark your calendars and make your plans! We look forward to celebrating this culmination of countless hours of preparation on the parts of our staff, parents, and our students on May 25 at 10:30 a.m. in the HS Gymnasium.

Our 8th Grade Graduation, a long standing tradition at Indian Hill Middle School is a formal event. As your family prepares for graduation, we ask you to keep in the mind the following attire expectations:

  • Our graduating gentlemen are expected to wear a button down collared shirt, tie, dress or khaki pants and a jacket for the ceremony. Dress shoes are also expected and gym shoes are not permitted.

  • Our graduating ladies are expected to wear a pant suit or a dress (any color is permissible). Regardless of the dress, each lady's shoulders must be covered. If the desired dress is strapless, or has spaghetti straps, young ladies are expected to wear a sweater or a shawl to cover their shoulders. Ladies are not permitted to wear gym shoes. Due to walking down the stairs and across stage, it is our recommendation to wear flat shoes or shoes with a small heal.

If you need any financial assistance with the attire, please contact a middle school counselor Mrs. Tarra Braunscheidel, Mr. Nick Carpenter or Mrs. Debbie McDaniel.

Note: Students will arrive at their normal time. They have class activities and will take their panoramic class photo at 9:15 a.m. More information regarding graduation will follow after spring break.
Mark your Calendars - Upcoming Testing Dates
Our teachers have been working diligently throughout the year to make sure all students are prepared for the Ohio State Tests (OST). Please ensure that your child has a good night's sleep, healthy breakfast, and prompt arrival to school. Also, do your best to avoid scheduling appointments for your child on testing days. Thank you for all of your support during this time.
Bulletin Board
Power of the Pen
“We are incredibly proud of Karma for sharing her incredible artistry in this way,” said Indian Hill Middle School Principal Lauren Gentene. “We will all be cheering her on as she advances to state!”
The Indian Hill School District congratulates Indian Hill Middle School eighth-grade student-author Karma Phillips for advancing to the Power of the Pen State Competition! Phillips placed 14th out of 78 writers during the Power of the Pen Regional Competition, which took place at Cincinnati Country Day School on March 4.
Science Olympiad
The Indian Hill School District celebrates both Indian Hill Middle School (IHMS) and Indian Hill High School (IHHS) students who competed in the Science Olympiad Regional Competition virtually March 4. Congratulations to eighth grade student Grace Zhang and 6th grade student Rocco Cardosi who earned 4 awards during the regional competition. We are so proud of our students who competed on this level.
Middle School Matters Book Club : Click HERE to RSVP!
Conquer the Hill 5k Race & Walk
Runners, walkers and stroller-pushers are invited to the 12th annual Conquer the Hill on Saturday, April 22 at 9:00 a.m. All proceeds from race registration go directly to the Braves Helping Braves fund. Packet pick-up is Friday, April 21 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 22 from 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. in the Indian Hill High School multipurpose room. All participants in Conquer the Hill (5K or fun run) will receive a shirt and finish line prize.
Tickets, Boosters Passes & Summer Camps
Check out what IH Summer Sports Camps have to offer! Opportunities for students in grades 6 - 8:
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Field Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Basketball
Frozen coming December 2023:
This week at IHMS!
Quick Links
Our Team
Lauren Gentene, Principal
Twitter: @IHMiddle
 
My #IHPromise - to learn from and serve our Brave community while keeping our students at the center of everything we do.
Drew Renner, Assistant Principal
Twitter: @IHMS_AP
 
My #IHPromise - to apply my full effort, while working alongside my team, to provide an exceptional middle school experience while encouraging students to be great people and great scholars.
IHMS Snapshot
Indian Hill Middle School
6855 Drake Road
Cincinnati, OH 45243

6th Grade Classes Begin: 7:50 a.m. at IHES
7th & 8th Grade Classes Begin: 8:00 a.m. at IHHS
Dismissal Grade 6: 2:35 p.m. at IHES
Dismissal Grades 7-8: 2:45 p.m. at IHHS

Phone: 513-272-4642
Fax: 513-272-4690
Attendance: 513-272-4700
School Safety: 513-272-4701
Transportation: 513-272-4531

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