goal … the creation and cultivation of our
That is our #IHPromise to you.
Through these pages, you will see a
sharing our story with you. Together, we
And remember … We are and always will be

Indian Hill High School

WELCOME
A message from Principal Jeff Damadeo

On behalf of each member of our staff,	help to create a framework that focuses on I’d like to welcome you to Indian Hill High	the holistic education of each scholar and School. Our IHHS team – from the secretaries,	ensures we are inspiring tomorrow’s leaders counselors, teachers, paraprofessionals,	and globally competent citizens. custodians, food service members, to the
administrative team – is committed to one	snapshot of what it means to be an Indian students’ dreams. Indian Hill High School is	Hill High School Brave. We look forward to truly a place where dreams are discovered.	continue to dream without limits and
create new, innovative opportunities Collectively, we provide our students with	towards transformational learning and exceptional educational services, both inside	excellence. Should you have any questions, the classroom and beyond. Rooted within our	please feel free to contact me directly. mission, our six pillars – leadership, integrity,
pride, excellence, respect, and opportunity –	BRAVES!

Jeff.Damadeo@indianhillschools.org Twitter: @IHHSPrincipal

See our story in action

Indian Hill	654	662
81%
IHHS student
Indian Hill High School By the Numbers 635 Current Enrollment

Class of 2018 –A story of exceptional achievement …

Fostering intellectual curiosity and critical thinking as part of an educational experience that breeds collegiality, innovation, and awareness.

154 Number of Graduates 10 National Merit Finalists
11 National Merit Commended

Mike Hayes, Assistant Principal
Mike.Hayes@indianhillschools.org Twitter: @IHHS_AP

94% Graduates attending university/college 18 National AP Scholars
93 AP Scholars

40 AP Scholars with Distinction

SAT / ACT Information

ACT – Class of 2018 Composite Scores	AP Capstone Seminar Average	has been one of the most
Indian Hill	27
Ohio	22 (2017)
National	21 (2017)
rewarding classes I’ve taken at Indian Hill High School. The research, analysis, writing, and speaking skills developed in the course will

ERB	Math
be essential to success far
SAT Reasoning –Class of 2018	beyond high school, and I love the real-world applicability
of these skill sets.
Ohio	570 (2017)	565 (2017)
National	538 (2017)	533 (2017)	- Marjona Ashurova,

Advanced Placement Information from the 2017-18 School year

AP RESULTS – 2018

445 students took 1,137 Advanced Placement Exams in the spring of 2018 28% received scores of 5
28% received scores of 4

84% received scores of 3 or better

3.67 = Average Score                      IHHS operates on a modified block schedule; this

of the Class of 2018	flexible arrangement took at least one AP exam                                                            demonstrates our
commitment to Indian Hill High School is one	the whole student of 28 high schools in Ohio                                                               by allowing more (approximately 1,100 in the U.S.)                                                individual time with approved to offer the challenging,                                               teachers, extended integrative AP Capstone course                                                      opportunities for that focuses on critical thinking,                                             student-collaboration, in-depth research, collaboration,                                             and engagement with and communication.                                                      student-clubs and activities!

Global Competence is one of our District’s strategic focus areas within our plan for Transformational Excellence; at IHHS students experience international learning opportunities first-hand through our World Language learning expeditions. Recent
trips include Italy, Spain, and France!

Service learning is core to our instructional practices within Indian Hill High School. During the 2017-2018 school year, 643 IHHS Braves volunteered a total of 40,565.7 hours!

IHHS student Diana Yue’s organization, BEST, brings oral hygiene education to students globally. She has helped 7,000 students at 40 schools across the world! At IHHS, if students have a passion, they can start their own club!

Meet our Indian Hill High School Faculty: 91% of teachers arrive to IHHS with previous experience

12 yearsaverage years of experience

91%Number of faculty members with advanced degree

(14:1) Student-teacher ratio (17)Average class size

77%
80%
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	IHHS: 43 teams in 24sports In 2017-2018, IHHS students competed in
24 sports with 43 teams, and participated in more than 40 student clubs – 94% student participation!
	At IHHS we enjoy “Tweetable Moments” throughout the school year, and we love to highlight the success of our Braves! • Robotics • Theater • Band/Orchestra • IHTN • Student Government • DECA • And So Many More!

The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) named IHHS a BEST COMMUNITY FOR MUSIC EDUCATION!

In 2018, a record-setting number of vocalists were selected to perform with the All-State Choir …
the state championship of musical performance!

Our student-musicians were rated excellent in OMEA large Group Contest in Class AA; we had 14 superior rated soloists in the OMEA Solo and Ensemble Contest, four excellent ratings, and two superior rated ensembles!
	
	Indian Hill captured our second consecutive Cincinnati Hills League (CHL) All Sports Trophy:
		
	Girls Lacrosse 2017 STATE CHAMPIONS; first OHSAA team state champion in Indian Hill history

				
		
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att.Haskamp@indianhillschools.org	We are a Brave family– our support organizations are critical to our success. From Career Day guest speaks, to fulfilling our Principal’s Wish List, to Innovation Grants, to helping grow our Braves emotionally and socially through service initiatives and fun events – we appreciate everything these dedicated volunteers provide for our students!
Indian Hill Foundation: In 2017-18, the Foundation provided 4,600 hours of service through volunteers and staff, and $62,320 in grants.
Indian Hill Parent-Teacher Organization (IHPTO): In 2017-2018, IHPTO supported all Indian Hill schools with financial support totaling $75,553, and contributed substantial donations in materials. Countless volunteer hours were given to lead a variety of events, including the Indian Hill Global Network International Fair – an interactive learning opportunity about different cultures supported by parents.
Indian Hill Boosters: In the 2017-2018 school year, the Indian Hill Boosters organization donated more than $70,000 to our District. The Boosters organization supports our students as they participate in academic clubs, sports competitions, and arts productions.
Cincinnati Academy of Performing Arts (CAPA): CAPA provides after-school programming in performing arts for students in grades K-12. A percentage of each student’s tuition goes back to the District to support music scholarship programs. Each summer, CAPA also offers intensive full production musical theatre camps.
Indian Hill Parent Equity Group: Founded in 2016, the Indian Hill Parent Equity Group consists of parents from a multitude of racial, cultural, and
religious backgrounds who support the Indian Hill School District initiative to bring racial awareness and cultural competency into our District and community.
	
	Student-athlete Anna Podojil won the Gatorade Ohio Girls Soccer
Player of the Year award

		
Andrew Pregel
2018 Division II Tennis
STATE SINGLES CHAMPION

	
Noah Vigran was named two-time
STATE DIVING CHAMPION

	Most All City Recipients in Southwest Ohio

of senior athletes have a career GPA above 3.5

of the National Honor Society are athletes

Indian Hill High School Curriculum

Indian Hill High School was named to the College Board’s 8th Annual AP District Honor Roll, for increased access to AP coursework while maintaining or increasing the percentage of students earning scores of 3+ on AP exams. College credit is available through 27 advanced placement courses and the College Credit Plus Program.

Below is a complete list of our course offerings; all Indian Hill High School courses are college preparatory in nature:

Applied Technology Computer Science Principles Digital Electronics Aerospace Engineering
Introduction to Engineering Design Principles of Engineering Design Video Technology I, II & III
Braves Beat Productions

Visual Arts Studio Art AP Studio Art
AP Art History Photography I & II Ceramics I, II & III 21st Century Design Visual Fundamentals
Advanced Photography Advanced Art Concepts Introduction to Art History
Yearbook: Layout and Design I & II

English Speech
Advanced Speech Creative Writing
AP Capstone Seminar AP Capstone Research
AP Language and Composition AP Literature and Composition Advanced Freshman English College Prep Freshman English College Prep Sophomore English College Prep Junior English College Prep Senior English Current Literature and Culture Advanced Creative Writing
Intro to Film: Visual Literacy and Analysis Film II: Great Films

Contact Registrar

Karen Post to connect with one of the five members
of our award-winning Counseling Department.

Karen Post, Registrar (513) 272-4566
Karen.Post@indianhillschools.org

Family and Consumer Sciences Gourmet Cuisine I
Gourmet Cuisine II Financial Management College and Career Prep

World Languages French I-V
AP French Language & Culture Latin I-V
AP Latin Spanish I-V
Advanced Spanish AP Spanish Language
AP Spanish Literature and Culture

Health/Physical Education Fit for Life
Health Education Outdoor Education Sports and Recreation Mind, Body and Wellness Aerobics, Dance and Yoga
Athletic Performance and Nutrition

Business/Marketing Marketing Capstone Marketing Principles Business Foundations Management Principles
Integrated Marketing Communications

Mathematics Geometry Concepts Geometry
Algebra I Algebra II
Advanced Algebra II
Integrated Algebra and Trigonometry Advanced Functions and Trigonometry Innovative Math
Pre-Calculus Advanced Pre-Calculus Calculus
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

Performing Arts Band
Orchestra Women’s Chorus Men’s Chorus
Advanced Chorus/Premieres AP Music Theory Acting/Theater I, II & III

Science Biology Geology Physics Forensics Chemistry
Watershed Studies Applied Chemistry Advanced Chemistry AP Biology
AP Chemistry AP Physics I AP Physics II
AP Environmental Science Environmental Science
Human Anatomy and Physiology

Social Studies Psychology Leadership
US History
US Government Economics
Modern European History Global Cultures and Issues AP Psychology
AP US History
AP European History AP World History
AP Economics (Macro and Micro) AP Human Geography
AP Government and Politics

Come visit!

Call to schedule your tour of our creative learning spaces at:

6865 Drake Road • Cincinnati, OH 45243 • (513) 272-4550