IHPS Newsletter | August 14, 2026

 
 

Weekly Video Celebration

We are so excited to welcome you back to IHPS!


Back-to-school season is here!


A little practice at home can help your child feel confident and ready for a great first day.


Here are 5 simple ways to get school-ready!



CLICK HERE for a video.

Important Dates

  • August 14: Smarter Start - By Appointment ONLY
  • August 17: Smarter Start - By Appointment ONLY
  • August 17: PTO Sponsored - KDG Social IHPS Playground 5-6pm
  • August 19: First day of school for PS Students
  • September 7: Labor Day - NO School

Bulletin Board

Welcome Back to School!


Dear Indian Hill Primary School Families,


As we begin another exciting school year, we want to thank you for the trust you place in us and reaffirm our commitment to helping every student learn, grow, and thrive. One of the most important factors in a child’s success is something we can all influence together: being present at school each day.


At Indian Hill Primary School, we know that students benefit academically, socially, and emotionally when they are in school and engaged in learning. While we understand that illnesses and unexpected circumstances happen, we are asking for your partnership in helping us maximize attendance throughout the school year.


Attached you will find our "Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow" one-page overview, which outlines our district's attendance expectations, explains what counts as an absence, highlights why attendance matters, and shares ways families can support their child's success.


This message is the first in a series of communications we will send throughout the year as we work together to build a strong home-school partnership around attendance. Our goal is not simply to meet attendance expectations, but to ensure every student has every opportunity to learn, connect with peers, participate in our outstanding school community, and prepare for future success.


We encourage you to:


  • Make school attendance a priority whenever possible.
  • Schedule appointments outside of the school day when feasible.
  • Communicate with us if your child will be absent or if your family is experiencing challenges that may impact attendance.
  • Reach out if there is anything we can do to support your student or family.


When students are here, everyone benefits. They have opportunities to learn alongside their classmates, build friendships, participate in classroom activities, and experience the joy of being part of our school community. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, connect, and grow, and we want our students to be here to experience as many of those moments as possible.


Thank you for partnering with us to make this a year filled with learning, connection, and growth. We look forward to working alongside you to help every Indian Hill Primary School student feel supported, connected, and ready to learn.


Go Braves!

Clubs / Activities at the Primary School

Interested in an extracurricular activity?

Consider having your child join a club!



KGS Academy (K-5): KGS Enrollment

Club Contact (Before and After School) tami.lanham@ihsd.us


CAPA (K*-2):

Storytellers on Stage Registration (Thurs AM, Sept-Oct)

Big Feelings & Fairy Tales Registration (Thurs PM, Sept-Oct)

Club Contact Kelly Walker


Science Club (Gr 1-2):

Science Club Tuesdays (Sept-Oct)

Science Club Wednesdays (Sept-Oct)

Science Club Thursdays (Sept-Oct)

Club Contact Michelle White


Chess Club (K*-2):

Chess Club Monday AM Sign Ups (Sept - Oct, before school)

Chess Club Tuesday PM Sign Ups (Sept - Oct, after school)

Club Contact Bryan Fleischman


Art Spark (K*-2): Art Spark Sign Ups

Club Contact theartsparkcc@gmail.com


Hip Hop (K*-2): Fall Session Sign Ups (Sept-Oct)

Club Contact Amanda Meade


Cheer / Dance (K*): Wednesday PM, Sept-March

Club Contact Kristen Brewer


Cheer / Dance (Gr 1-2): Thursday PM, Sept-March

Club Contact Kristen Brewer


*Note to Kindergarten Families: Your child will need to be brought back to school for clubs and activities. Please communicate any after school plans with either KGS or Daycare.

Booster Memberships

2026-2027 BOOSTER MEMBERSHIPS



What does a Booster Membership include?

  • Season pass for free entry to all regular season home IHMS and IHHS sporting events.
  • Three complimentary tickets to one IHMS and one IHHS theater production. (This excludes the IHHS winter performance.)
  • Early access to purchase theater performance tickets.

Tips for Placing Your Booster Membership Order

  • Use one phone number/email address for all guests in a family. This will allow the head of household to access all passes and share them with their family accordingly.
  • Enter individual names for each guest
  • Download the Hometown Fan App for easy access to your passes.

Boosters Sign Up Link


Quick Links


Our Team




Cash Hayden, Principal

cash.hayden@ihsd.us

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Elizabeth Ruebusch, Assistant Principal

elizabeth.ruebusch@ihsd.us

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IHPS Info

Indian Hill Primary School

6207 Drake Road

Cincinnati, OH 45243


Classes Begin: 8:45 a.m.

Dismissal Kindergarten: 1:45 p.m.

Dismissal Grades 1-2: 3:22 p.m.


Phone: 513-272-4754

Fax: 513-272-4759

School Safety: 513-272-4701

Transportation: 513-272-4531


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