private school directory - september

2 EastPrivate school directory

3 St. Xavier

4 Summit Country Day

5 Cincinnati Country Day

6 Private School Directory

7 Moeller

8 St. Margaret of York

9 St. Michael

10 Immaculate Heart of Mary

12 Seven Hills School

16 Ursuline

17 DePaul Cristo Rey School

19 St. Bernadette

20 St. Ursula Academy

22 Purcell Marion

23 Mount Notre Dame

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Since 1831, St. Xavier HighSchool has been helping boysacross Greater Cincinnati trans-form into leaders and men forothers in the Catholic faith andJesuit tradition.

Located on a 110-acre subur-ban campus, its committed facul-ty and staff inspire the studentsto pursue excellence across awide array of rigorous academicprograms, enriching extracurricu-lar activities and communityservice.

Students experience a broaddiversity of thought, people andopportunities designed not onlyto prepare them for college, butto propel them successfullythrough a lifetime of personal,intellectual and spiritual growth.

While St. X has a well-earneda reputation as a leader in aca-demics, athletics, the arts, serviceand more, the school on top ofthe hill has more than a few sur-

prises in store. Maybe the mostsurprising fact is the affordabilityof the school. Nearly one third ofthe student body receives tuitionassistance to attend. St. X pro-vides $2.7 million in tuition assis-tance to 31 percent of it studentsthis school year alone. Any quali-fied student, regardless of hisability to pay tuition, is welcometo challenge himself here.

Another fact some find sur-prising is the bulk of our stu-dents have no previous associa-tion with the school. In otherwords, legacy is something of amyth at St. Xavier. Yes, we are

proud to have families who havebeen sending their sons to St. Xfor generations. Likewise, welove our families who have sentmultiple sons. However, eachstudent arrives on his own meritand achieves through his ownefforts. Students with no familyconnections are just as treasured.

A St. Xavier education is valu-able on many levels, not the leastof which is preparing young menfor college in an exceptional fash-ion. More than 80 percent of theclass of 2011 earned admittanceto his first choice of college oruniversity. Collectively, the 77

percent of class left with collegescholarship opportunities basedon academics, athletics, leader-ship and service valued at morethan $42 million.

If you would like to learnmore about St. Xavier HighSchool and how to become partof the St. X family or to apply foradmission, we invite you to visitwww.stxavier.org and click theadmissions tab on the homepage. Come visit St. X for itsopen house from 11:30 a.m. to2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 or reg-ister online to take the entranceexam Saturday, Nov. 19.

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Personalized Instruction has becomea signature program at The SummitCountry Day School. From the day a 2-year-old walks in the door of theMontessori Program to the day a stu-dent walks out with a diploma in hand,instruction is tailored to each student’sabilities, learning styles and interests.

“The Summit’s approach toPersonalized Instruction has producedmeasurable academic success for ourstudents,” said Head of School RichWilson.

“Our kindergartners typically scoreabove 90 percent on national standard-ized testing and 86 percent of our 2011graduating class received merit scholar-ship awards.”

At The Summit, PersonalizedInstruction begins with a systematic setof measurements and reviews that guar-antee children progress through thestringent curriculum.

With a deeply embedded understand-ing of learning styles, the faculty usestate-of-the-art technology and a combi-nation of time-tested and innovativeclassroom techniques and materials totailor what they teach to how each childbest learns.

Development of independent learn-ing skills, inquiry-based learning, peerinstruction, small advisement groupsand low student-teacher ratios adddimension to Personalized Instruction.Ongoing professional development forteachers makes sure the faculty stayscurrent on the latest brain research andeducational pedagogies.

“At the core of The Summit’sapproach to Personalized Instruction is a

belief in the dignity of each child anddevotion to care for that child as an indi-vidual,” Wilson said.

“Teachers adapt best practices in theirclassrooms to match each child’s innateinterests, skills and learning styles. Theyteach children how to become life-longlearners and reach their fullest potential.”

Registration is under way for the2012-13 school year.

Prospective parents and studentshave several upcoming opportunities totour the school. Daytime visits in theMontessori, Lower and Middle Schoolsprovide interactions between facultyand students. In the Upper School, facul-ty and students will be on hand toanswer questions about programs, cur-riculum and the culture of the school.Upcoming dates:

• Montessori Program: Tuesday, Oct.25 and Tuesday, Nov. 8, 8:45 a.m.

• Lower and Middle Schools:Thursday, Nov. 10 and Wednesday, Feb.8, 8:45 a.m.

• Upper School: Thursday, Nov. 17,6:30 p.m.

Shadow visits and private tours canalso be scheduled.

Located on Grandin Road in HydePark, The Summit Country Day Schoolserves 1,085 students from age 2 throughgrade 12 in a coeducational setting.

The Summit combines the academicexcellence and one-on-one guidance of atop-tier independent school with the ser-vant leadership and character buildingenvironment that are hallmarks ofCatholic education.

Call 871-4700, ext. 261, or visitwww.summitcds.org.


The Summit Country Day School’s success draws fromPersonalized Instruction at every age

First-graders RimelKamran, Alaina Fisherand Kameron Givanlaugh at an amusingpassage read byteacher Sharon Nista.Books in the LowerSchool are leveledaccording to individ-ual needs so instruc-tion can be tailored tothe specific child. Thisis one of many waysteachers personalizeand differentiatelearning.

Cincinnati Country DaySchool has a long-standing tradi-tion of attracting and graduatinghigh-potential, highly motivatedstudents who exemplify a posi-tive attitude toward scholarship.

Students graduating in theClass of 2011 have matriculatedat some of the finest institutionsin the country and abroad,including Dartmouth College,University of California – LosAngeles, Georgetown University,University of Georgia, HowardUniversity, Hamilton College,Massachusetts Institute ofTechnology (MIT), University ofMichigan, University of St.Andrews (Scotland), SmithCollege, Spelman College,Vanderbilt University, WakeForest University, Washingtonand Lee University, WesleyanUniversity, Williams College andYale University.

In the past five years, 21per-cent of the graduates have been

National Merit recognized. Tocelebrate the School’s history andto honor the founders, CountryDay has developed the FoundersScholars program.

Founders scholarships havebeen awarded for the past twoyears to incoming students in theMiddle and Upper Schools(grades five through 12) whoembody the values and idealsthat represent the best ofCincinnati Country Day School –past and present – and those wholive the School’s mission.

Candidates for the FoundersScholarships have proven recordsof academic achievement asdemonstrated in their schooltranscripts, standardized tests,recommendations and records ofactivities.

A successful candidate for thisaward also demonstrates leader-ship potential and the ability tolive the School’s five charactervirtues of respect, responsibility,

integrity, courage and compas-sion.

The inaugural program wasdeveloped in the fall of 2009, and21 new Country Day studentshave been awarded FoundersScholarships for the 2011-2012school year.

In May 2011, Country Day for-mally launched a $10 million ini-tiative for scholarship aid tobuild upon the Founders pro-gram’s success. The program’sscholars range in age from 10 to16 years and come from 13 differ-ent ZIP codes in the GreaterCincinnati area.

These students are alreadymaking an impact on theCountry Day community.Stephanie Luebbers, Head ofUpper School, has already seenthese students, as she describes it“…hit the ground running withtheir academics, athletics, arts,and even leadership involve-ment.”

Theresa Hirschauer, interimhead of Middle School, believesthe new group of Scholars “rep-resent the best students fromacross Cincinnati and will con-tribute greatly to the CountryDay experience.”

To date, 44 Country Day stu-dents have been selected asFounders Scholars and havereceived awards ranging from$2,500 to $15,000.

The Country Day AdmissionOffice has begun to accept admis-sion and scholarship applicationsfor the 2012-2013 school year.

Founders Scholar awards arerenewable for each year of atten-dance at Country Day throughgrade 12. Students must be rec-ommended by a current teacheror principal and must be anapplicant for admission toCountry Day by Dec. 15.


Country Day awards new student scholarships

See CINCINNATICOUNTRY DAY on page 7


Editor’s note: Below is a listof private schools in the areaand pertinent informationabout them. They are listed inalphabetical order. If you havequestions about the informa-tion in this list, please contactMelissa Hayden, specialty pub-lications editor at 248-7121.

All Saints8939 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, 792-4732

Kindergartenthrough grade eightEnrollment: 453Religious Affiliation: Catholicwww.allsaints.cc

Archbishop McNicholas High School

6536 Beechmont AvenueMount Washington,231-3500

Grades nine through 12Enrollment: 680Religious Affiliation: Catholicwww.mcnhs.org

Archbishop Moeller High School

9001 Montgomery RoadMontgomery, 791-1680

Grades nine through 12 (all male)Enrollment: 926Religious Affiliation: Catholic(Marianist tradition)www.moeller.orgTuition: 2011-2012 $10,590Scholarship/Financial AidAvailable: yesTeacher/Student Ratio: 1:16Percent going to college: 99Hot buttons: ArchbishopMoeller High School is aCatholic School in theMarianist Tradition. Emphasisis placed on the developmentof the whole person. The inno-vative House System providesa system of pastoral care andleadership development for allstudents. Moeller is in its 13thyear of a one-to-one laptopprogram, with each studentusing a tablet computer withtouch screen. This learningtool provides greater opportu-nities for creative higher-levelproblem solving and hands-onexperiences. Opportunities forglobal education are availableto all students through servicetrips, exchange programs, anda number of other travel

abroad programs.

Bethany555 Albion AvenueGlendale, 771-7462

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 250Religious affiliation: Episcopalwww.bethanyschool.org

Calvary Academy11970 Kenn RoadSpringdale, 674-9600

K-4 through grade 12Enrollment: 100Religious affiliation: United

Pentecostalwww.thecalvarychurch.org

Cardinal Pacelli School927 Ellison Avenue Mount Lookout, 321-1048

Preschool through grade eightEnrollment: 410Religious affiliation: Parishschool of Our Lord ChristChrist the King Church(Catholic)www.cardinalpacelli.orgTuition: $3,375 (in Parish),grades 1-8

Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:22Hot Buttons: Cardinal Pacelliinvites families to experiencean exceptional grade schooleducation. Join an activeCatholic parish where learn-ing, working, playing, andpraying unite us in a commongoal: the formation of strongfaith values balanced by theacademic achievement youexpect from a National BlueRibbon School. Highlights:Small classes allow teachers toindividualize instruction; for-

eign language in grades K-8;integrated technology; greatcommunity atmosphere. OurPreschool program is growing!Want to visit? Schedule a tourat (513) 321-1048 or join us fora Fall Friday Coffee onOctober 21 /November 11where you'll have the oppor-tunity to learn about our aca-demic program, meet teach-ers, and visit classrooms.

Private School Directory Our community’s private schools are rich in tradition and quality education. Students atprivate schools get a lot from their education - a sprit of giving back, a respect for edu-cation and a deeply rooted value system.

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In 1996 when Moeller’sformer principal, DanLedford, first presented aplan to the faculty for aone-to-one student laptopprogram there was someskepticism.

No other school of itssize in the area had a lap-top program. Now after13 years the program hasproven extremely success-ful and has preparedmany graduates for aca-demic success in higherstudies.

“Because of Moeller’s lap-top program the transitionfrom the high school class-

room to the college classroomexperience was seamless. Incollege we were expected toutilize all the technologythat was available; I wasvery well prepared. Eventoday, in law school, I oftenam helping fellow studentswith tech problems.”

-Greg Robinson,Moeller ’06, Notre Dame ’10,

Vanderbilt Law School.Over the years the use

of technology as a learn-ing tool has increased,developed and beenrefined. Moeller studentsare now using tablet com-puters with touch screens

that engage all their sens-es in the learning process.

Through innovativetechnologies in the class-room, Moeller studentshave greater opportunitiesfor creative higher-levelproblem solving andhands-on experiences.

For a Moeller studentthe tablet computer hasbecome a regular part ofthe educational process

In technology thingsdevelop and change at arapid pace. Thanks to thevision of a one-to-one lap-top program conceived in1996, Moeller students

continue to succeed in theclassroom during theirhigh school years andbeyond.

“The preparation Ireceived at Moeller with thelaptop program made a dif-ference when it comes to col-lege projects especially inmath and science. Comparedto other students, I saved somuch time, because usingany type of computer pro-gram was second nature tome.”

- Alex Jaeger, Moeller ’06, The Ohio State University ’10,

Duke Fellowship, PHD Pharmacology.

Moeller’s laptop program in 13th year of success

Applicants will be noti-fied by Jan. 1 of theiradmission decision andscholarship award.

Each year, the Schoolawards more than $3.4million in need- andmerit-based aid toapproximately 280 stu-dents. To download appli-cation forms or applyonline, interested studentsshould visit www.coun-tryday.net/go/apply orcall 979-0220 for moreinformation.

Cincinnati CountryDay School is an inde-pendent, private, collegepreparatory, co-education-al institution serving over820 students 18 monthsthrough Grade 12.

The mission of theSchool is to provide eachstudent with superiorpreparation for collegeand life. The schoolinspires a passion forlearning and independentthinking through a stead-fast commitment to aca-demic excellence, person-al integrity, and service toothers.

Head of School Dr.Robert Macrae believesthe Founders Scholarsprogram allows CountryDay to attract high quali-ty students. The programalso honors the founderswho believed that“through superior teach-ing, character develop-ment, and practical expe-riences, students learnthat hard work, honesty,loyalty, sportsmanship,persistence and respectfor others are not merewords, but are qualitieswell worth working for.”

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St. Margaret of York (SMOY)Catholic School is a preeminentCatholic learning and develop-ment environment for childrenfrom kindergarten througheighth grade with more than 700students enrolled.

Located conveniently in themidst of the Loveland, Masonand Maineville areas, St.Margaret of York School is dedi-cated not only to educating chil-dren but to making a differencein the world through an activeexpression of Jesus’ love andgospel message throughChristian service.

St. Margaret of York School’slearning environment is holy.

Students are guided by the themeof Let peace begin with me” andare encouraged to pray togetheron a school, classroom and indi-vidual basis.

The Catholic faith is a veryimportant part of the faith-basedcurriculum where Christian val-ues are encouraged daily andstudents attend school Massesweekly. Students also prepare forthe Sacraments of Reconciliation,First Communion andConfirmation as well as practicetheir faith through outreach proj-ects that make a positive impacton the community and the world.

St. Margaret of York School’slearning environment is dynamic.

Students’ lessons are based onthe Archdiocese of Cincinnatigraded courses of study. Also,students in kindergarten througheighth grade learn Spanish, bene-fit from technology which is inte-grated into all curricular areas,and extend their learningthrough after-school programswhich include Math Counts,Power of the Pen, Drama,TaeKwondo, Young Rembrandts,Chess and High School EntranceTest Exam Prep.

St. Margaret of York School’slearning environment is nurtur-ing. Students enjoy a “familyatmosphere” with teachers andparents working together on their

behalf with a strong and support-ive PTO group. Additionally, St.Margaret of York School also pro-vides a Latchkey program forstudents who need to stay atschool after normal classroomhours. The school offers anopportunity to achieve scholar-ships to area Catholic highschools by offering eight scholar-ships “in house.”

To learn more about St.Margaret of York School, you areinvited to see for yourself duringa Visitor Orientation sessionscheduled for Thursday, Oct. 6beginning at 9 a.m. Please callMrs. McNamara at 683.9793, ext.222 to reserve a spot.

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Children’s Meeting HouseMontessori School

927 O’Bannonville RoadLoveland, 683-4757

Pre-kindergarten through grade twelveReligious affiliation: Nonechildrensmeetinghouse-montessori.com

Cincinnati Country Day School

6905 Given RoadIndian Hill, 561-7298

Age 18 months through grade 12Enrollment: 775Religious affiliation: Nonewww.countryday.netTuition: $5,950 - $21,090 (vary-ing by grade and program)Scholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: Yes; $3million granted in scholarshipand aidTeacher/Student Ratio: 1:6younger children; 1:9 olderchildrenPercent Going to College: 100to four-year collegesHot Buttons: CCDS inspires apassion for learning and inde-pendent thinking through asteadfast commitment to aca-demic excellence, personalintegrity, and service to oth-ers.

Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy

11525 Snider Road Sycamore Township,247-0900

Pre-kindergarten through grade twelveEnrollment: 1450Religious Affiliation: Non-denominationalwww.chca-oh.org

DePaul Cristo Rey High School

1133 Clifton Hills AvenueClifton, 861-0600

Grades nine through 12Enrollment: DePaul Cristo ReyHigh School plans to enrollapproximately 100 studentsfor the 2011-2012 school yearand will add one class eachyear, with the first class grad-uating in 2015. Total schoolenrollment will grow to about400 students.Religious affiliation: Catholic,Sponsored by the Sisters of

Charitywww.depaulcristorey.orgTuition: $5,000Scholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: Most stu-dents will receive $2,500 ininitial financial assistancethrough academic scholar-ships and/or financial aid.EdChoice will also be accept-ed.Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:15Percent Going to College:Most Cristo Rey High Schoolshave 100% college acceptancerates.Hot Buttons: DePaul CristoRey High School, sponsoredby the Sisters of Charity, pro-vides an opportunity foryoung men with economicneed to obtain a Catholic col-

lege preparatory educationmade affordable though aninnovative corporate work-study program. In a safe nur-turing environment, theschool strives to develop thefull potential of each studentspiritually, academically,physically and emotionally inan atmosphere of mutualrespect.

Guardian Angels School6539 Beechmont AvenueMt. Washington, 624-3141

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 570Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.gaschool.org


The term ProfessionalLearning Communitydescribes a collegial groupof administrators andschool staff who are unit-ed in their commitment tostudent learning.

They share a vision,work and learn collabora-tively, visit and reviewother classes, and partici-pate in decision making.

“It’s a working jour-ney,” explained St.Michael School PrincipalJody Farrell, where theyhave been implementingthe professional learningcommunity philosophyand concentrating on theirmathematics and writingcurriculum for the lastfour years.

The benefits to the staffand students include areduced isolation of teach-ers, better informed andcommitted teachers, andacademic gains for stu-dents.

“Professional LearningCommunities is aboutchanging the emphasisfrom what the teachers doto what students arelearning,” Farrell said. “Italso increases collabora-tion and gets teachersworking as a team.”

The goal is to create anenvironment where every-one is on the same pageso that a student’s educa-tion can be enhanced.Farrell said this is a goodfit for St. Michael Schooland she and the staff lookforward to where thisjourney will take them.

St. Michael, a blue-rib-bon school, is accreditedby the state of Ohio, edu-cating students in kinder-garten (half-day and full-

day classes are available)through eighth grade. Thededicated, caring facultyis comprised of recentlydegreed teachers as wellas those with more than30 years of experience.

Students’ performanceon the Iowa tests still con-sistently exceeds the arch-diocesan average.Graduates from St.Michael School are recog-nized by Catholic highschools for their excellentperformance on the highschool entrance tests.

Thirty-two percent oftheir current eighth-gradestudents received academ-ic recognition from highschools such as St. Xavier,Ursuline Academy, Mt.Notre Dame, BishopFenwick and Moeller.Students from St. MichaelSchool continue their aca-demic excellence throughrecognition on highschool honor rolls.

St. Michael CatholicSchool is part of a faithcommunity that gives wit-ness to the gospel mes-sage of Jesus. The staffprovides a safe and nur-turing environment inwhich each child can fullydevelop his/her potential:spiritually, academicallyand socially.

The school communityis dedicated to makingresponsible decisionsbased on respect for allpeople.

The school also worksas a team to build a com-munity of believers inwhich we pray, work,learn and laugh together.

For details, call 554-3555 or visit www.stmichaelsharonville.org.

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Hillside Christian Academy5554 Muddy Creek RoadWestern Hills, 451-37774255 Ashland Ave.Norwood, 451-3777

K-3 through grade 12Religious affiliation: Baptist

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic

7800 Beechmont AvenueAnderson Township,388-4086

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 689Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.ihomschool.org

Tuition: In parish $3,671, outof parish $6,334 Scholarship/Financial aid avail-able: Yes, multiple child dis-count available.Teacher/Student ratio: 1:22Hot buttons: The ImmaculateHeart of Mary RomanCatholic School Communityprovides a caring and chal-lenging educational environ-ment for children. We valuethe individual child, nurturespiritual growth, and promotestudent responsibility andindependence. We provideexcellence through an inte-grated curriculum based onthe gospel values of JesusChrist, and current educa-tional practices that include

activities suited to a variety oflearning styles. In 2004 nameda No Child Left Behind BlueRibbon School. Offers anAfter-care Program.

Liberty Bible Academy4900 Old Irwin-Simpson RoadMason, 754-1234

Pre-school through grade eightEnrollment: 150Religious affiliation: Non-denominationalwww.lbatoday.org

Mars Hill Academy4230 Aero Drive Mason, 770-3223

Kindergarten through grade 12Enrollment: 270Religious affiliation: Protestantwww.marshill.edu

Marva Collins Prep School7855 Dawn RoadRoselawn, 761-6609

Pre-K through grade eightEnrollment: 60

Mercy Montessori Center2335 Grandview AvenueEast Walnut Hills,475-6700

Pre-school through grade eightEnrollment: 250Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.mercymontessori.org

Miami Valley Christian Academy

6830 School StreetNewtown, 272-6822

Preschool through grade 12Enrollment: 350Religious affiliation: Non-denominationalwww.mvca-oh.comTuition: $1,800 - $8,150Financial Aid available: YesPercent Going to College: 98Hot buttons: Miami ValleyChristian Academy is a privatenon-denominational,Christian school that partnerswith families seeking a schoolthat provides students withacademic excellence whereChristian values, leadershipand discipleship areembraced. Immersed in aChrist-centered environmentMVCA students not only mas-ter the rigors of engaging aca-demics but will explore and

Immaculate Heart ofMary (IHM) is a national-ly recognized Blue RibbonSchool located onBeechmont Avenue inAnderson Township.

In 2010 IHM wasnamed one of 12 national“Catholic Schools forTomorrow” forInnovation in Curriculumand Instruction.

For more than 55 yearsIHM has been educatingstudents with a focus uponproviding opportunitiesfor the student to grow inpersonal awareness ofGod, self and others.

Immaculate Heart ofMary Catholic Schooloffers classes for studentsin kindergarten througheighth grade.

Their caring and expe-rienced staff includes 27classroom teachers, spe-cialists in art, music,band, physical education,Spanish and computereducation, a librarian,health aide, psychologist,math specialists, enrich-ment specialist, giftedprogram, speech and lan-guage pathologist andlearning disability teach-ers.

This past summerIHM renewed its accredi-tation with the OhioCatholic SchoolsAccreditation Association,assuring parents that theyhave the total capabilityto offer children a well-rounded education at theelementary school level.

As part of the school’sphilosophy, IHM strivesto offer a Christian educa-tion and in cooperationwith the home and thetotal parish, aims to builda Christian communityaffording opportunities

for growth of mind, bodyand spirit.

“We believe thatstrong communicationbetween home and schoolis a key component in cre-ating a successful educa-tional experience,” writesIHM co-Principal NancyGoebel.

“Informed parents andstudents have a clearerfocus of school expecta-tions. If parents, teachers,and administrators worktogether as partners, stu-dents develop into posi-tive, successful and happyindividuals.”

As part of theirLearning In Action initia-tive, IHM is incorporatingan additional program,The Physiology ofLearning, which is aresearch-based initiativethat combines physicalactivities with learningstyles in order to increasestudent achievement.

Another addition to thecurriculum this year is theextension of their popularOrchestra Strings pro-gram, now open to stu-dents in grades fivethrough eight.

The Immaculate Heartof Mary Catholic SchoolCommunity provides acaring and challengingeducational environmentfor children.

They strive to provideexcellence through anintegrated curriculumbased on the gospel val-ues of Jesus Christ andcurrent educational prac-tices that include activitiessuited to a variety oflearning styles.

For more informationon IHM, visit their website at www.ihomschool.org or call 388-4086.

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express their faith in JesusChrist. Fine arts, athletics andother co-curricular programscomplement our college prepcurriculum. MVCA's gradu-ates are prepared academical-ly and spiritually to succeedat any college or university,and to be Christian leaders intheir homes, in their commu-nities, and in their chosenprofessions.

Milford Christian Academy 1365 Woodville PikeMilford, 575-1708

K-3 through grade 12Enrollment: 234Religious affiliation: Baptistwww.mcabulldogs.org

Montessori Academy ofCincinnati & The Child’s Placeof Cincinnati

8293 Duke BoulevardMason, 398-7773

Age three through eightEnrollment: 300Religious Affiliation: Nonewww.montacademy.org

Mount Notre Dame High School

711 E. Columbia AvenueReading, 821-3044

Grades nine through 12Enrollment: 700Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.mndhs.orgTuition: $9,500 plus Tablet PCScholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: For the2011/2012 school year, morethan $681,000 was awarded inscholarships and tuition assis-tance.Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:15Percent Going to College: 99Hot Buttons: Mount NotreDame provides a challenging,college-prep academic pro-gram that offers 18 AdvancedPlacement and 22 HonorsCourses. The One-to-OneTablet PC program brings amore experiential learningexperience to the 21st centuryclassroom, opening doorsthat were not available just afew years ago. The hallmark ofthe MND experience is theleadership that is fostered inits students through not onlyits impressive academic pro-gram and the nearly 50 co-curricular opportunities, butalso through the warm com-

munity spirit and supportiveenvironment for which theschool is known.

The New School Montessori3 Burton Woods LaneNorth Avondale, 281-7999

Age three through grade sixEnrollment: 150www.thenewschool.cc

Prince of Peace Catholic School

6000 Murray RoadMadisonville, 271-8288

Kindergarten through eighth gradeReligious affiliation: Catholicprinceofpeacecincinnati.org

Purcell Marian High School2935 Hackberry StreetEast Walnut Hills,751-1230

Grades nine through 12Enrollment: 430Religious affiliation: RomanCatholicwww.purcellmarian.orgScholarships/financial assis-tance available: YesTeacher/student ratio: 1:13Percent going to college: 95Hot buttons: Committed tooffering a high quality programof faith, development, academ-

ic and extracurricular activitiesfor each of our students withcaring Catholic Christian inclu-sive environment.

Queen of Angels Montessori4460 Berwick Street Madison Place, 271-4171

Preschool through grade eightEnrollment: 185Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.qams.org

Renaissance Montessori School

9994 Zig Zag RoadMontgomery, 234-5821

Toddler through first grade

Rockwern Academy8401 Montgomery RoadKenwood, 984-3770

Pre2 through grade eightEnrollment: 215Religious affiliation: JewishDay Schoolwww.rockwernacademy.org

Roger Bacon High School4320 Vine StreetSt. Bernard, 641-1300

Grades nine through 12,co-educationalEnrollment: 590Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.rogerbacon.org

Royalmont Academy723 Western Row RoadMason, 754-0555

Pre-K3 through grade eightEnrollment: 155Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.royalmont.com

The Schilling School forGifted Children

8100 Cornell RoadMontgomery, 489-8940

Kindergarten through grade 12Enrollment: 38Religious affiliation: Nonewww.schillingschool.org

The Seven Hills School5400 Red Bank RoadMadisonville, Oakley and East Walnut Hills,728-2400

Pre-kindergarten through grade 12Enrollment: 1,000Religious affiliation: Nonewww.7hills.orgTuition: $5,660 - $20,426(2011-2011 school year)Scholarships/FinancialAssistance: Over $3 million infinancial assistance availablethrough merit or need-basedawards.

Teacher/Student Ratio: Pre-K/K: 1/10-12, Grades 1-5:1/18, Grades 6-12: 1/15 (class-rooms)Percent Going to College: 100Hot Buttons: Seven Hills pre-pares pre-K - 12 students for21st century opportunities:graduating with skills andhabits of mind toexcel in college and beyond,live honorably, lead effectivelyand learn continuously.

Springer School and Center2121 Madison RoadHyde Park, 871-6080

First through grade eightEnrollment: 200Religious affiliation: Nonewww.springer-ld.org

Springs East Montessori School

9429 Loveland-MadeiraRoad

Loveland, 793-7877Preschool and kindergartenthrough grade threeEnrollment: 75Religious affiliation: Nonewww.springseast.com


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Confident young men andwomen graduate from The SevenHills School prepared to succeedboth in college and as engagedmembers of a complex globalcommunity.

Seven Hills graduates areequipped with what Harvard’sTony Wagner calls the “survivalskills our children need” to com-pete in today’s global landscape.

These 21st century skills andhabits of mind-critical thinking,collaborative problem solving,effective communication, inquiry-based discovery, independentthought and creativity are at theheart of what sets Seven Hillsapart.

It’s the meaningful difference inhow we teach and how our stu-dents learn: in short, The SevenHills Method.

The Seven Hills method, aspracticed by gifted pre-K throughgrade 12 faculty, plays out in theclassroom as follows:

• Pose engaging questions thatfoster students’ passion for learn-ing;

• Focus on content thatengages students in compellingglobal issues;

• Design complex tasks thatbuild logic, critical thinking andproblem-solving skills;

• Structure learning activitiesthat require creativity, independ-ent thought and innovation;

• Design opportunities formeaningful collaboration;

• Craft opportunities for skilledand confident communication in avariety of media;

• Emphasize the use of techno-logical tools for research, analysis,and communication.

Some results of The Seven HillsMethod are easy to quantify, andthey are justifiably proud of theirstudents’ successes.

In May, 107 Seven Hills sopho-mores, juniors, and seniors took atotal of 221 college-level

Advanced Placement tests; andonce again 93 percent of themearned college credit-qualifyingscores of 3 or higher, the averagescore was 4.2, and 50 percent ofthe scores were 5s, the highestscore possible!

Thirty-nine percent of theSeven Hills Class of 2012 hasalready earned National Meritrecognition. Twenty-two percentscored at least one perfect 800 on asection of the SAT or a SATSubject Test.

Twenty percent of the class hada perfect science score on an SATSubject Test or ACT. Twenty-eightstudents took the SAT SubjectTests in chemistry, physics, andmolecular biology: the averagescore was 750, and there wereeight 800s.

It is no wonder that with theseresults and the expert individual-ized college counseling SevenHills students receive from ourcollege counseling staff, they

matriculate to the country’s bestcolleges and universities, wherethey thrive and succeed, earningroughly $180,000 per scholarshiprecipient.

How does The Seven HillsMethod achieve these outstandingresults?

“Our teachers put much lessemphasis on memorization andmuch more on the application ofknowledge to real-life problemsolving,” said Head of SchoolChris Garten.

“In our classrooms, you will seeless teacher presentation andmuch more ‘experiential learning,’students actively experiencingconcepts through direct experi-ence, experimentation and inquiry.

“Our students often sit not inrows, but in project teams. Guidedby their teachers, they worktogether to conduct extendedinvestigations of complex, com-pelling questions. Students writeoften and get a great deal of prac-

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tice presenting their findings toaudiences, large and small.

“Seven Hills teachers see them-selves less as purveyors of infor-mation and more as coaches, whohelp guide students to an increas-ingly sophisticated understandingof a given issue.

“As a result, teachers have agreat deal more opportunity tounderstand their students’ uniquestrengths as learners and humanbeings.”

Thriving in the 21st century isalso nurtured by an educationalenvironment and teaching methodthat offer students abundantopportunities to participate andlead through collaboration, cre-ativity and communication. SevenHills is known for its culture ofparticipation and dedication todeveloping the whole child.

“Students here value the totali-ty of their experience,” Gartensaid, “from the rich array ofopportunities in the fine and per-

forming arts to the robust athleticprogram that provides, for everystudent who wishes it, the oppor-tunity to participate. Our studentsall find their place, their chance toexcel, and they find it in a com-munity that celebrates theirunique gifts.”

Examples of The Seven Hillsmethod can be found at everygrade level. Students in gradesnine to 12 conduct research proj-ects involving extensive data gath-ering and analysis, critical prob-lem solving and presentation,often exploring issues of contem-porary political, social and envi-ronmental relevance.

The environmental science classand students in northern Indiacollaborate in their exploration ofbiodiversity in their respectiveregions.

A European history unit givesstudents the opportunity tobecome “diplomats,” as they usetheir problem-solving skills to

address the issues that contributedto both World Wars and the ColdWar, deepening their understand-ing of historical events, theprocess of diplomacy, and thecomplexity of current issues.

At the Middle School (gradessix through eight), English stu-dents work collaboratively with amember of the CincinnatiShakespeare Company to adapt,stage, and perform a representa-tive piece from each of the acts ofRomeo and Juliet. Science studentscollaborate with noted Arctic sci-entist George Divoky in theirexploration of climate change andthe carbon cycle.

American History studentswork in production teams towrite, storyboard, film, edit andproduce podcasts tracing theimpact of Constitutional law oncurrent legal controversies facingthe Supreme Court or Congress.

At the Lower School (gradespre-K through five) level, an

inventions unit engages sciencestudents in exploring the historicalimpact of major technologicalinventions and in speculating onnew areas of exploration.

Social studies students comparehistorical phenomena with con-temporary events: exploring thecommon root causes for immigra-tion in the 1800s with those in ourcontemporary world or relatingtheir study of the AmericanRevolution to the Arab Springmovements this year.

At Seven Hills, our school’smethod develops habits and val-ues that last a lifetime: our stu-dents’ confidence in independentthought and inquiry, collaborativeproblem solving, global view thatconsiders the perspectives andneeds of people around the world,creativity to innovate and adapt,communication skills to lead andinspire, and never-ending passionfor learning and for living fulfill-ing lives.

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All-School OpenHouseOctober 30th at 12:30 p.m.

But Seven Hills produces a singular outcome:an intellectually vibrant, future-ready learner,prepared to shape a rewarding life.

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The Summit Country Day School

2161 Grandin RoadHyde Park, 871-4700

Age two through grade 12Enrollment: 1,080Religious affiliation: Catholic,Independent, all welcomewww.summitcds.orgTuition: $5,550 $18,800Scholarships/FinancialAssistance: Tuition Assistancefor qualified families PreK-12and Merit Scholarships forgrades 7-12.Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:9Percent Going to College: 100since 1890Hot Buttons: The Summitcombines the academic excel-lence and one-on-one guid-ance of a top-tier independentschool with the servant lead-ership and character buildingenvironment that are hall-marks of a Catholic education.

St. Andrew-St. ElizabethAnn Seton Catholic SchoolSt. Elizabeth Ann SetonCampus

5900 Buckwheat Road Milford, 575-0093

Kindergarten through grade fiveSt. Andrew Campus

555 Main St.Milford, 831-5277

Sixth through eighth gradeEnrollment: 483Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.saseasschool.org

St. Bernadette School1453 Locust Lake RoadAmelia, 753-4744

Preschool through eighth gradeEnrollment: 190Religious affiliation: RomanCatholicwww.stbernadetteamelia.orgTuition: (2011-12 school year)In Parish School: $2,995; outof parish school: $4,400; pre-sch 4 yr old: $2,200; 3 yr old:$1,800Scholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: Limitedassistance is available basedon need.Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:17Percent Going to College: 95Hot Buttons: Values based-Academically rigorous-Smallschool family spirit-Exceptional

parental involvement and sup-port-Tradition of excellence forover 65 years-Core curriculumplus Art, Music, Phys Ed,Spanish and Computer train-ing-Students learn 21stCentury problem solving andhigher order thinking skills(communication, collaborationand creativity).

St. Cecilia School 4115 Taylor Ave.Oakley, 533-6060

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 177Religious affiliation: Catholic

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St. Columban896 Oakland RoadLoveland, 683-7903

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 695 Religious Affiliation: Catholicwww.saintcolumbanschool.org

St. Edmund Campion Academy

4100 Taylor Ave.Oakley, 871-0331

Grades one through 12Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.stedmundcampion.org

St. Gertrude6543 Miami Ave.Madeira, 561-8020

P-4 through grade eightEnrollment: 460Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.stgertrudesch.org

St. Louis School250 North BroadwayOwensville, 732-0636

Pre-Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 170Religious Affiliation: Catholicwww.stlparish.orgTuition: Call school.Scholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: yesTeacher/Student Ratio: 1:16Hot Buttons: The small familyatmosphere provides theopportunity for individualattention within a challengingcurriculum to optimize stu-dent achievement, growth ofleadership capabilities and aspirit of servitude. Promoteuse of technology in class-rooms (SMART Boards anddesktops) and possess a 35-person computer lab; soft-ware for language curriculum,math, reading, writing; grad-ing and assignments;resources to assist studentswith learning differences; andextracurricular First LEGORobotics Team(s).

St. Margaret of York9495 Columbia RoadLoveland, 683-9793

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 705Religious Affiliation: Catholichttp://st-margaret-york.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.usTuition: yesScholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: Financialassistance for parish familiesis available (FinancialAssistance Policy on web siteunder admissions).Teacher/Student ratio: 1:28Hot Buttons: St. Margaret ofYork (SMOY) is a preeminentCatholic learning and devel-opment environment for chil-dren in kindergarten through8th grade located convenient-ly in the midst of theLoveland, Mason andMaineville areas. The curricu-lum is based on theArchdiocese of Cincinnatigraded courses of study. In

addition, all students aretaught Spanish and benefitfrom technology that is inte-grated into all curricularareas, including computer labclasses. Within an environ-ment of educational excel-lence, we strive to supportand encourage each other tobe active and responsiblemembers of the Body ofChrist and the global commu-nity.

St. Mark’s Lutheran School5849 Buckwheat RoadMilford, 575-3354

Pre-2 through grade sevenEnrollment: 162Religious affiliation: Lutheranwww.stmarksmilford.org

St. Mary School2845 Erie Ave.Hyde Park, 321-0703

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 500Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.smshp.com

St. Michael School11136 Oak StreetSharonville, 554-3555

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 420Religious Affiliation: Catholicwww.stmichaelsharonviile.orgTuition: $3050 parishioner,$4300 non-parishionerScholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: Need-based financial assistanceavailable to parishioners.Hot Buttons: 2009 BlueRibbon School of Excellence.All Day and Half DayKindergarten offered.Extended Day Program avail-able. Many extracurricularactivities offered includingScouts, band, student govern-ment, sports and art & sci-ence after school activities.The school districts ofPrinceton, Lakota, Mason andSycamore provide bus serviceto and from our school.

St. Nicholas Academy170 Siebenthaler AvenueReading, 686-2727

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 169Religious affiliation: Catholic


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Nestled in a beautifulsuburban campus in BlueAsh since 1970, theCatholic, independent col-lege-preparatory girlshigh school continues a155-year-old tradition thatbegan on Oak and Maystreets in Cincinnati.

In the vision of theschool’s foundress, St.Angela Merici, UrsulineAcademy empowers eachyoung woman to find hervoice, define her valuesand live her vision.

Drawing students fromabout 40 different gradeschools, Ursuline’s chal-

lenging academic pro-gram provides studentswith the tools they needto succeed in college andbeyond.

Ursuline’s course ofstudy is taught by an out-standing faculty of which77 percent hold doctoralor master’s degrees. The12:1 student faculty ratiomakes individual atten-tion a key component ofan Ursuline education,while teachers serve ascaring guides to knowl-edge, excellence and theachievement of the stu-dent’s personal best.

Ursuline has a long-time reputation for beingone of the premier all-girls Catholic high schoolsin the Greater Cincinnatiarea based on its academ-ic achievements, athleticawards, fine arts and per-forming arts accomplish-ments. Ursuline is deeplycommitted to perpetuat-ing strong values, faith,spirituality and service.

Approximately 85 per-cent of the student bodyparticipates in some formof community service, andthroughout the year allstudents attend prayer

services, Masses and spiri-tual retreats. A well-rounded education is key,and with numerous clubsand activities there is aplace for every student inUA’s nurturing environ-ment.

Fully prepared for col-lege and beyond, our suc-cessful alumnae havetaken the lead in the fieldsof medicine, law, science,education, journalism,motherhood and otherareas important to society.

For more information,please visit www.ursulin-eacademy.org.


Preparing young women for successwww.stnacademy.orgHot buttons: Our mission, as aRoman Catholic,Archdiocesan elementaryschool is to work in collabora-tion with the pastors, parentsand parishioners of ourcovenant parishes to provide aquality, affordable educationfor our children. We dedicateourselves to remain faithful tothe customs, teachings, andtraditions of the RomanCatholic Church. We pledgeourselves to the formation ofyouth: in faith, in education,in the arts, and in healthy liv-ing. St. Nicholas Academy,Envision The Future.

St. Peter Claver Latin School for Boys

121 East 13th St.Cincinnati, 929-9164

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 36Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.stptclv.org

Saints Peter and PaulAcademy

231 Clark RoadReading, 761-7772

Kindergarten through eighth gradeEnrollment: 88sppacademy.orgSt. Rita School for the Deaf

1720 Glendale-MilfordRoad

Cincinnati, 771-7600Daycare through grade 12Enrollment: 180Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.srsdeaf.org

St. Susanna500 Reading RoadMason, 398-3821

Grades one through eightEnrollment: 620Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.stsusanna.org

St. Thomas More School788 Ohio PikeWithamsville, 753-2540

Kindergarten through grade eightEnrollment: 286Religious affiliation: RomanCatholicwww.sttmschool.org

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St. Ursula Academy1339 E. McMillan St.East Walnut Hills, 961-

3410Grades nine through 12Enrollment: 665Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.saintursula.orgTuition: $11,100Scholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: yesTeacher/Student Ratio: 1:15Percent Going to College: 99.9Hot Buttons: St. Ursula

Academy is known best for:academic excellence, faithbased education, technology,a balanced high school expe-rience with 40+ student clubsand organizations. 100 yearsstrong in tradition, St. Ursulaunleashes the potential ofeach student to become awoman of faith, integrity andcourage committed to build-ing a better world.

St. Ursula Villa3660 Vineyard PlaceMount Lookout, 871-7218

Preschool through grade eightEnrollment: 485Religious affiliation:Independent Catholicwww.stursulavilla.org

St. Veronica School4475 Mount Carmel Tobasco RoadMount Carmel, 528-0442

Preschool through grade eightEnrollment: 484Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.stveronica.org


“I wake up every morningwanting to go to this school andI’m all smiles when I leave,” saysPleasant Ridge resident BrandonFord when describing his firstweeks as a freshman at the newDePaul Cristo Rey High School.

DPCR is the newest Catholichigh school in Greater Cincinnati,having just opened this pastsummer.

Currently DPCR has onlyninth grade but will add a classeach year, growing into a fullfour-year high school by 2014.

As Brandon has discovered,DePaul Cristo Rey is differentthan most high schools.

It has a college-prep only cur-riculum, challenging classes, car-ing teachers, sports teams, andstudent clubs as do many localhigh schools; yet there aremarked differences.

DPCR is affordable and reach-es out to families who think theycan’t pay private school tuition.All DPCR students work fivedays a month in office jobs atCincinnati-area companiesthrough the Corporate WorkStudy Program (CWSP) to covera significant portion of their edu-cation costs.

In addition, school staff workswith each family on an individ-

ual basis to assist with theremaining costs. More than 95percent of the students currentlyenrolled at DPCR receive someform of financial aid.

In addition to affordability,DPCR offers small class sizes andstate-of-the-art technology withTablet PC computers for all stu-dents. Brandon investigated sev-eral private and public schoolsbefore selecting DPCR and justweeks into the school year, he’sconvinced he made the rightchoice. “I really feel like thisschool is preparing me for collegeand a career and putting me onthe right path for my future. I see

how much everyone cares aboutme. Without this school, I would-n’t be as happy as I am rightnow,” he explains.

DePaul Cristo Rey is locatedon a safe, beautiful, 10-acre cam-pus in Clifton with a newly-reno-vated classroom building, wire-less technology throughout, anew science lab, a gymnasiumand on-site athletic practice field.

To see the school and theDPCR difference, visit the Oct. 22Open House, schedule a ShadowDay, call 861-0600 for more infor-mation or visit www.depaulcri-storey.org for the dates of upcom-ing events.

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St. Bernadette Schooland Preschool are the best-kept secrets in Amelia!

A strong academic cur-riculum is combined withthe small-school familyspirit to ensure that everystudent learns and achievesto the best of their abilities.

The veteran staff isknowledgeable, professionaland caring. Every student isa unique God-given gift withspecial talents that need to benurtured. Teachers workdirectly with parents, who

are considered an integralpart of each child’s educa-tion. Art, Music, PE andComputer training areessential elements of theacademic curriculum, withenrichment programs in thedevelopment stage for spe-cialized talents from instru-mental music to golf toscrapbooking.

Call the School office at753-4744 or the Preschooloffice at 753-4397 to learnmore about St. Bernadetteor to schedule a tour.

The best-kept secret in AmeliaSt. Vincent Ferrer

7754 Montgomery RoadKenwood, 791-6320

Kindergarten through grade eightReligious affiliation: Catholicwww.svf-school.org

St. Xavier High School600 W. North Bend RoadSpringfield Township,761-7600

Grades nine through 12Enrollment: 1,568Religious affiliation:Catholic/Jesuitwww.stxavier.orgTuition: $11,395Scholarship/FinancialAssistance Available: Yes, morethan $2,700,000 in tuitionassistance awarded during the2011-12 school yearTeacher/Student Ratio: 1:15Percent Going to College: 99+Hot Buttons: Cura Personalis(i.e. care of the whole person.)St. X offers a well-rounded,diverse educational opportu-nity. Not only will your songrow academically at St. X, butalso spiritually, physically,interpersonally and expres-sively. Academics: More than99 percent of our graduates goon to a four-year college oruniversity; in the class of 2011,77 percent of those studentsmatriculated with a combined42 million in scholarshipopportunities. 85% of the classof 2011 were admitted to theirfirst choice college. Men forOthers: The school motto isone not just said, but also putinto practice. Students havemyriad opportunities tobecome servant leaders– local-ly, regionally and even interna-tionally – by way of severalcommunity service and mis-sion trip opportunities.

Ursuline Academy5535 Pfeiffer RoadBlue Ash, 791-5791

Grades nine through 12Enrollment: 714Religious affiliation: Catholicwww.ursulineacademy.org

Village Christian School4581 Long Spurling RoadPleasant Plain, 877-2143

Prekindergarten through grade 12Religious Affiliation: Church ofChrist

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The St. Ursula difference – it’sthe reason students come frommore than 90 grade schoolsacross Greater Cincinnati toattend St. Ursula Academy. Theyknow it’s where they will havethe ultimate high school experi-ence and when they graduate,they will be well-prepared forcollege and beyond.

St. Ursula Academy is a nur-turing, Catholic, educational com-munity for girls in grades ninethrough 12 and is considered apremiere private girls’ highschool in Greater Cincinnati. It’sknown for helping its studentsachieve success at all academiclevels. The programs challengestudents to become thinkers, lead-ers, nurturers and prophets.

For more than 100 years, St.Ursula has committed to helpingyoung women unleash their poten-tial through academic excellence,relationship and character buildingand service rooted in Catholic val-

ues. With core values based on theteachings of Saint Angela Merici,SUA focuses on the whole personand the unique gifts of each indi-vidual. Each student is welcomedwarmly into our community so shecan enjoy an enriching and wellrounded high-school experience.Programs are in place to enhancethe classroom work to help eachstudent become a woman of faith,integrity and courage committed tobuilding a better world.

AcademicsSUA offers students a 21st cen-

tury college preparatory educa-tion which will prepare them fortheir future by incorporating cre-

ativity and innovation, criticalthinking and problem solving,communication and collaborationinto the learning process.

All courses at Saint UrsulaAcademy are college-preparatory.Saint Ursula’s college prep cur-riculum is challenging for stu-dents and helps them build asolid education foundation in allcritical areas. The faculty, staffand guidance team all offer sup-port to the student to help herachieve success. Students reportbeing well-prepared for collegeand beyond after completing thiscollege prep coursework at SUA.

For students who desire aneven more challenging curriculum,Honors level courses are offered toeligible students. Honors coursesare similar to their college prepcounterparts, but these classesmove at a faster pace and delvedeeper into the subject matter.Guidance counselors and teachersassist each student in selecting the

appropriate balance of collegepreparatory and honors course-work that is best suited to her.

Student lifeSt. Ursula Academy believes

balance is important. Studentsfind they can pursue many inter-ests at SUA beyond the class-room. There are more than 40student clubs and organizationsthat include hobbies, fine arts,honor societies, community serv-ice, and much more. There arealso several teams in 12 sports.There truly is something foreveryone at SUA.

Welcoming atmosphereSt. Ursula is a nurturing

Catholic educational communitywhere students thrive inside andoutside of the classroom.Experienced and caring teachers,coaches and staff guide the stu-dents to build confidence, knowl-

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edge and friendships aspart of their SUA experi-ence.

Ask an SUA student orparent or come see foryourself what makes St.Ursula so extraordinary.There are many opportu-nities to experience first-hand the SUA campusand state-of-the-art facili-ties, the talented teachers,the tradition and historyand the unforgettable feel-ing you get when youwalk in the door.

“When I walkedthrough the school for thefirst time, it felt like hometo me and I knew it waslike no place I had everbeen. I knew right awaythat this was the school forme,” said Julie, SUA jun-ior.

Location, Location,Location

Located in one of thesafest neighborhoods inCincinnati, St. Ursula’slocation offers many ben-efits. Located in the heartof the city’s cultural cen-ter, students benefit fromthe surrounding gemslike the KrohnConservatory, Eden Park,Playhouse in the Park,Cincinnati Art Museum,and Mt. Adams, all with-in walking distance. It’seasy to reach because it’scentrally located andmany methods of trans-portation are available toour students.

Community for a lifetime

Students developfriendships that last alifetime. Class reunionsand strong alumnae pro-grams keep classmatesand friends connected forlife. It doesn’t take longfor new and lastingfriendships to form,

whether incoming stu-dents know other girls ontheir first day or not. Ourstudents become part ofour family and feel nur-tured by their caringteachers.

Many students andgraduates say they lovethe century-long tradi-tions at St. UrsulaAcademy from the fresh-man “beanie day” to thesenior tea and graduationin long white gowns andred roses.

Upon graduation, stu-dents tell us they feel pre-pared for college. St.

Ursula students are edu-cated to be open-mindedcritical thinkers and life-long learners who studyall aspects of an issue andform opinions basedupon inquiry and analy-sis. These skills givethem self-confidence,high self-esteem andintegrity. SUA graduatesare aware of their ownunique gifts and theresponsibility they haveto use these gifts to bene-fit themselves and others.

Whatever a student’shopes and dreams, St.Ursula Academy can help

her achieve them. Theguidance team begins towork personally witheach student in her fresh-man year to help with theadjustment to high schooland to make sure theclasses fit the student.Student guidance contin-ues every year to makesure each student is ontrack to meet her person-al and education goals. Ina student’s senior year,the guidance team offersmany resources to assistwith the college applica-tion and selectionprocess, and the results

are impressive. The slogan “We are St.

Ursula. We areUnstoppable” applies toeach student and her per-sonal goals. SUA teachesevery girl to have confi-dence, to believe in her-self and to pursue herdreams and goals. Learnmore today.

For information oropportunities to visitSUA, please visitwww.saintursula.org orcall Michelle Vonderhaarat 961-3410, ext. 183.

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In line with its motto, “Outstandingamong all,” Purcell Marian High Schoolhas been noticeably trending an impres-sive ability to capitalize on the advan-tages of being a smaller school.

With a consistent enrollment of justaround 400 students, Purcell Marian’sefforts to personalize education meansstudents have virtually unlimited oppor-tunities.

This, coupled with the school’s long-standing tradition of a well-roundedhigh school experience, prepares stu-dents in a meaningful way for the chal-lenges that will face them in college,professional life and beyond.

Included in the school’s many offeringsare: Intersession, which offers a wide rangeof annual travel opportunities and enrich-ment courses during the traditional SpringBreak; a rapidly-growing Scholars Program,featuring collegium credits that earn stu-dents college credit beyond the traditionalAP offerings; a widely-recognized, tailoredspecial needs program; and the school’snew online GRACE program, which offersexpanded coursework at all levels of educa-tion, all of which contribute to the variety ofexperiences that make for a “home run” ofa resume for Purcell Marian graduates.

“Students at Purcell Marian are ableto get involved in just about whateverinterests them, allowing them to culti-vate leadership in a variety of arenasthat might be out of reach in a largerenvironment,” said Principal Paul

Ramstetter. “As a member of the GCL, we’re con-

stantly engaged in some of the best com-petition available anywhere. Our stu-dents typically have broad involvementin an extensive range of extracurriculars,and tend to be well prepared for anychallenge or environment.”

Purcell Marian is a co-ed, college-preparatory secondary school located alongCincinnati’s Education Corridor, just min-utes from Xavier University and theUniversity of Cincinnati. Rooted in the tra-dition of the Marianists and the Sisters ofCharity, Purcell Marian has been recog-nized for its academic excellence within thecontext of a uniquely diverse learning envi-ronment since 1928.

Purcell Marian offers unparalleledopportunities to work alongside stu-dents of all abilities and backgrounds,with an emphasis on maximizing experi-ences and cultivating leadership.

Its personalized attention to stretchingeach student’s abilities academically, spiri-tually and developmentally make PurcellMarian an excellent preparation for whatstudents will encounter in college, careerand throughout their future lives.

For more information, visit www.pur-cellmarian.org or contact admissions at487-3133. Plan to attend open house onNov. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and signup for the Cavalier Club online for freeadmission to all home events for studentsin grades five through eight and a guest.


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Mount Notre Dame offers aunique and complete experiencefor life beyond high school. It isan experience that is rooted inCatholic tradition and superioracademic quality.

It is also an experience full ofspecial activities and opportuni-ties for its students that fosterleadership, teamwork and asense of responsibility to sharetheir gifts with others. The result– bright, confident young womenwho go on to excel in college,career and in life.

The foundation of the MountNotre Dame experience is theoutstanding academic program,featuring the most AdvancedPlacement courses (18 – includ-ing an AP opportunity for fresh-men) of all of the girls’ schools inthe metro-area and 22 Honorscourses.

MND’s Scholars Programexposes qualifying students tonot only the most challengingcourse of study and early expo-sure to college placement tests,but also to a vast array of careerexploration opportunities.

The Tablet PC Program makesthe most of educational technolo-gy and opens doors teachers andstudents never even dreamed ofknocking on just a few years ago.

MND’s engineering coursesprepare the scientifically-talentedyoung women of today for acareer in this competitive field.

MND also boasts strong pro-grams in the humanities thatoffer leadership opportunitiesand a greater awareness of theinter-connectedness of our globalsociety.

MND is deeply committed tothe role of women in philanthro-py and was the first high schoolin the area to establish student-run Youth Philanthropy Council(YPC) which operates as a mini-foundation.

The YPC has made an impactfrom a local level to an interna-tional level and is now beingreplicated by 20 other areaschools.

Mount Notre Dame’s CollegeCounseling and GuidanceDepartment views the “Road toCollege” as a four-year partner-ship between the student, herparents, the academic team andher college counselor. MND’scustomized approach to collegecounseling ensures that eachyoung woman arrives at the des-tination that is best for her.

MND’s family spirit sets itapart. Walking through the halls,it is evident that MND’s studentssupport, encourage and chal-lenge each other.

This produces young womenwho think critically to solve prob-lems, work cooperatively in group

settings,delight ineach other’ssuccessesand pushone anotherto maximizeand sharetheir God-given gifts.

MND’s athletic program notonly consistently brings homestate championships but also pro-duces players sought after by themost competitive colleges.

Georgetown, Northwesternand Vanderbilt are just a few ofthe universities that have MNDCougars wearing their colors. Injust the last two years, 35 seniorshave signed to continue their ath-letic careers at the collegiatelevel.

The Mount Notre Dame expe-rience is one that nurtures themind, body and soul.

That commitment to the“whole person” is extremely evi-dent in the MND’s Student

Activities Program, meetinginterests and developing leader-ship through nearly 50 clubs andorganizations.

From academic to adventure;the environment to equestrian;from minority interests to ModelUN, whatever a student’s inter-ests may be, “MND has a club forthat.” MND’s clubs receive local,regional and national attention.MND’s Cougar Dance Team con-sistently places in the top ten atthe national level, and MND’stheater company consistentlyproduces top-shelf shows likelast summer’s “Hairspray.”

Mount Notre Dame preparesits students for success. It pro-vides the young women of MNDwith the values and tools to suc-ceed in high school, college andin their careers.

Beyond that, the encourage-ment and support from facultyand friends instills a solid senseof self in the young women ofMND, allowing them to succeedin life.

MOUNT NOTRE DAME:Preparing young women for success in college, career, life

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