Cincinnati Country Day School
February 2022 Alumni Journal
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With the Super Bowl just a day away and support for the Bengals reaching fever pitch, Cincinnati Country Day students are excited to celebrate their hometown team.
Students will join those from countless other schools in the Cincinnati area to enjoy a day off on Monday, February 14 — a welcome rest after a late night of cheering the Bengals and commemorating a tremendous run by the team.
Bring home a win, Bengals! Who Dey!
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Alumna Spotlight - Elizabeth Blackburn '11 |
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Not only is Elizabeth Blackburn '11 celebrating a historic run by her team, but also her recent award as one of Cincinnati Business Courier's 2021 Women Who Mean Business. Anyone who knows Blackburn from her tenure at Country Day or her work at the Bengals would agree that she has earned the title.
The Women Who Mean Business award is in its sixth year and recognizes Greater Cincinnati women whose professional achievements have stood out over the past year. Blackburn, the director of strategy and engagement for the Cincinnati Bengals, played a crucial part in launching the long-awaited Ring of Honor which recognizes former players, coaches, and individuals who have played a significant role in the franchise, enhancing the team's social media presence, and creating interactive content to boost fan engagement.
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Blackburn credits part of her success to the Country Day community. Not only did she play two sports and participate in many clubs and extracurricular activities during her time at Country Day, but the small school and close-knit community also helped her develop deep friendships and gave her “the safety net and confidence to try new things.”
"My Country Day experience – from the classroom to leadership experience in sports – continues to help me in my current role," said Blackburn. "I hope to see the Country Day community in orange and black at future games. Who Dey!"
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Six Student-Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent |
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On February 2, six Cincinnati Country Day School student-athletes participated in National Signing Day, signing letters of intent to play sports at the collegiate level.
"This is a remarkable outcome for such a small school," said Athletic Director Dennis Coyle. "I believe it is a testament to Country Day’s steadfast commitment to excellence in the classroom and athletics."
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The six students are:
- Annabel Blum – Wittenberg University (soccer)
- Camille Huxol – Pomona College (diving)
- Jada Moorman – Mercer University (soccer)
- Bella Timmerding – Washington and Lee University (track and field)
- Andrew Vance – Ohio Wesleyan University (baseball)
- Sarah Zimmerman – Washington and Lee University (soccer and basketball)
"Country Day's program is very similar to Mercer's in that both prioritize providing their players the support they need to play at the highest level every day," said Jada Moorman, who was recently named an All-American. "I’m incredibly thankful for Country Day and how my experience here has prepared me to play at the college level.”
Including the three athletes who signed letters of intent this past fall, Country Day now has nine students in the Class of 2022 who plan to participate in collegiate-level sports, with more signings to be announced this spring.
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CCDS Recognized for Female Representation in Computer Science |
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Cincinnati Country Day School has earned the College Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award, which recognizes schools that are closing the gender gap and expanding access to AP computer science classes and coursework to young women.
The College Board honored schools that have reached 50% or higher female examinee representation in one or both AP computer science courses or whose percentage of female examinees met or exceeded that of the school's female population. This year, 1,020 schools received this designation, including only 15 in Ohio.
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Eight Country Day students took the AP computer science course last year, four of whom were girls. Upper School STEAM teacher and Makerspace coordinator, Jamie Back, said that the group was one of the most enthusiastic classes.
"The students were always pushing themselves to solve problems, build their codes, and try new things,” said Back. “Not only did they learn a lot, but they had fun doing so, which is an important component of life-long learning."
Providing female students with access to computer science courses is critical to ensuring gender parity in the industry's high-paying jobs and driving innovation, creativity, and representation. A code.org analysis of 2017 Bureau of Labor Statistics data found that women represent just 24% of the five million people in computing occupations.
"Everything we do is based on software," said Back. "If women are not represented in the development of this software, whatever you're making will miss a considerable portion of the population. Programs are only as good as the people who make them, and we need women in these rooms, developing, testing, and making decisions."
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Support Country Day for a Chance to Win Big! |
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Local alumni are encouraged to join us at TQL stadium on Saturday, February 26, for CountryDate 2022. The huge Cincinnatus and Pitch View club spaces are ours to enjoy, so get a group together and enjoy this fun night with friends.
Tickets are $80, including delicious food, an open bar, and dazzling spectacles provided by theatrical entertainment group, NewMoon Chicago.
Live out of town? No problem. Participate in CountryDate's Triple Prize Raffle for a chance to win a wonderful prize AND support the school at the same time! Tickets are just $25 and there's no need to be present to win. Prizes can be shipped direct to you!
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Alum sponsors gala for second year |
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For a second consecutive year, alum Greg Hague '66 and his business, 72SOLD, are presenting sponsor of our annual gala, CountryDate. Greg believes strongly in the difference Country Day can make in students’ lives. “Country Day made a watershed difference in my life,” Greg says “I believe the foundation of my fortune, my prosperity, and my happiness over all these years started at Country Day. I want to give back to help the students of today make a difference in the world tomorrow.”
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SAVE THE DATE!
HOMECOMING 2022: Friday, September 23
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Accepting Nominations for Alumni Council |
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It is the Alumni Council's unwavering belief that Cincinnati Country Day School alumni are a testament to the success of the school; that alumni continue to be valued members of the school community; and that they remain involved in the life of the school and its students. |
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The Alumni Council seeks to advance the goals of the Association by promoting: participation, history, and communication from alumni.
Council meets quarterly on CCDS's campus with a virtual option for out-of-town members. Alumni Council is now accepting nominations for new members. If you are interested in joining other alumni on council, please click below to submit your nomination.
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Upper School students assist in a service project packing food for La Soupe, a Cincinnati-based non-profit bridging the gap between food waste and hunger |
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Lower School students commemorated Martin Luther King Day and the civil rights movement with colorful art and written work |
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Kindergarten celebrate 100 days of school with their traditional school-wide procession, shown here parading through the Early Childhood Center |
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The much-loved 5th grade ski trip to Peek'n Peak, NY, returned this year for double the fun; 6th grade jumped in on the action, making up for the disappointment of their canceled trip last year. Way to go, Middle School! |
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2nd grade students learned about weather from a pro when WLWT's Randi Rico dropped by to demonstrate her job and answer the students' questions. |
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Senior, Peyton Ebbing '22, shows Montessori student, Maxwell Biggs '35, how sledding down Mount CCD is done! |
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ECC students learned about the Lunar New Year and enjoyed making traditional Chinese dumplings - using both authentic ingredients and Play-Doh! |
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Country Day's success is due in large part to the generous, ongoing support of our alumni. This year, funds continue to be directed toward pandemic-mitigating measures, including investment in substitute teachers, mental health support, and targeted program refinements to better serve our students. Please consider joining fellow alumni in making a gift.
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