WELCOME BACK - August 21, 2025 | | This Month's Return on Investment | |
- 58 Students completed their Summer IHExperienceships
- 35+ Partners opened their doors for Summer IHExp Internships
- 65+ IHMS Staff Members participated in our First "Business @ Breakfast" STAFF Edition
- 25+ Partners and Business Professionals participated in our First "Business @ Breakfast" STAFF Edition
- 12 Staff Members (K-12) participated in the "LeaderInMe" Summer Book Study
- 60+ Students attended the IHHS August Student Leadership Team Mtg.
- 4 New IH Brave Hires were trainined on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
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- Student Leadership Retreat in Partnership with Greenacres
- Yellow Belt Certification - MS & HS Building Leadership Teams
- Leadership Excellence Certification - 18 Staff (K-12)
| | A Summer of Impact - IHExperienceships | | |
The Indian Hill School District is leading now through the IH Entrepreneurs’ Center IH Experienceships program. The innovative model connects students with professional learning opportunities across a wide range of fields, and students didn’t take the summer off from these unique opportunities.
This past summer, 58 IHHS students participated in professional programs, job shadows, or internships with 36 unique partners – including nonprofits, higher education institutions, start-ups, and large businesses.
Click the image above to see our new professional video highlighting this uniquely Indian Hill Experience!
Thank You to all of our students, partners, staff and professional videographers for your efforts.
| | Featured Event: Business@Breakfast - STAFF Edition | | |
On Monday, August 11th, we hosted our FIRST ever "Business@Breakfast" - STAFF Edition event, which was a HUGE hit. Our increbile IHMS staff connected with over 25+ partners, in dynamic conversations about the world of work, the intersection of business and education and the future of career pathway development for students. Mrs. Lauren Gentene, Principal of IHMS, kicked off the event with an inspirational message about breaking barriers of school and work, adjusting and embracing emerging technologies such as AI, and creating meaningful and relevant learning experiences rooted in personal passions and curiosities.
The breakfast gathering featured student leaders from our Indian Hill Entrepreneurs’ Center Student Advisory Board welcoming guests, facilitating check-in, and guiding attendees to their assigned tables for structured discussions. These conversations were designed to spark new ideas for curriculum, instruction, and real-world application, with printed prompts available at each table to keep the dialogue focused and impactful.
The Business @ Breakfast – STAFF edition marks an expansion of the successful Business @ Breakfast series, which has previously focused on connecting community partners with students. This incredible event aligns with our IH Entrepreneurs' Center Strategic Plan and 4 focus areas of leadership development, entrepreneurship, experiential learning and career pathway development. By extending this initiative to staff, Indian Hill aims to ensure that innovative, career-focused thinking is woven throughout the district’s teaching and learning.
| | Would you like to be part of our next Business @ Breakfast Event as a partner? If so, email Mrs. Lauren Richardson, IHExperienceships Coordinator. | | Planning has already begun for future events in the 2025 - 2026 school year. STAY TUNED! | |
Career Connection Speaker Series
Finding one's career pathway doesn't happen over night. Our EC Career Connection Speaker Series is about education and exploration. With the tremendous generosity of our strategic and incredible partners, students have a variety of opportunities to hear about a variety of careers, lessons learned along the way, necessary skills to get started and how the world of work is vast!
Our first Professional Workshop, "NEXT Mindset," will be led by Kate Harmon, Assistant VP/Executive Director for UC's Office of Innovation on August 27th, during FLEX. Students will have the chance to hear insights on cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset and building your own professional brand.
For our first Career Connection 'Lunch-n-Learn' Guest Speaker, we welcome entrepreneur, athlete, leader and current owner of Fleet Feet Cincinnati, Mr. Frank DeJulius!
Stay Tuned for more events coming soon!
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LIVE WEBINAR: "WHAT IS IHExperienceships?"
September 4, 2025 @ 6:00pm
Come and learn all about the IHExperienceships program and get your questions answered! Whether you are a rising HS student or new to IHHS, these opportunities are for ALL Braves!
SAVE THE DATE, Meet the Team, and find out how career pathway exploration starts NOW!
Join us at bit.ly/IHEXP25
| | Are you interested in hosting a Site Visit for IHExperienceships? If so, email Mrs. Lauren Richardson, IHExperienceships Coordinator or Mr. Jeff Damadeo, Director of K-12 Leadership & Career Development. | |
Welcome Class of 2038
Last Friday morning, under a beautiful blue sky, CEO/Superintendent Kirk Koennecke and new Indian Hill Primary School Principal, Mr. Cash Hayden, hopped on the buses to pick up and officially welcome the newest class of Braves to Indian Hill!
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Leading Now!
August marks the official launch of LeaderInMe at both IHPS & IHES. This powerful framework will empower our students to discover their strengths, grow their leadership skills, and take ownership of their learning—starting today. Together, we are building a culture where every child is a leader, every voice matters, and every day is an opportunity to shine.
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To Be a Brave @ IHHS
The dynamic duo of Mr. Andy Gruber and Mrs. Danielle Lintz kicked off the year connecting with our freshmen class talking about leadership, the 'PILRS', and what makes IHHS so special.
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New IHES Rock Garden!
Take a rock that inspires you or create one for someone else. Bring your painted rock to Class Preview Day on August 12 to add to the garden. Let’s spread kindness, creativity, and joy together!
Click the image to the right to see the introductory video!
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Jeff Damadeo, Director of K-12 Leadership & Career Development
Jeff.Damadeo@ihsd.us
Twitter: @indianhillEC
My #IHPromise - to work tirelessly for our students, providing them with the most exceptional educational opportunities & experiences to help ensure that they develop into outstanding academic students and future ready individuals!
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