Oak Hills Local School District 6325 Rapid Run Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45233

OAK HILLS LOCAL SCHOOL

DISTRICT QUALITY PROFILE
2013-14




A successful school district places a high degree of importance on
ensuring that all children have the opportunity to reach their full
potential inside and outside of the classroom. This profile helps
characterize the overall educational value of your school district in
areas that matter most in our community.

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District highlights include:
Our graduates have earned approximately 61 million dollars in scholarships
over the last five years. Here are the past three:
Class of 2014: $11.2 million in scholarships
Class of 2013: $12.5 million in scholarships
Class of 2012: $11.3 million in scholarships
2013-14 SAT scores
Reading: 533 (37 point increase since 2010)
Math: 555 (37 point increase since 2010)
Writing: 502 (23 point increase since 2010)
2013-14 ACT Scores
Composite: 22.4
English: 22.0
Math: 21.9
Reading: 22.6
Science: 22.6
In 2014, students earned the highest ACT scores in Reading, English, Science,
Composite in school history.
Also in 2014 for the first time in the history of Oak Hills High School, students
exceeded the state average in all five tested areas of the ACT.
Results from the 2013-14 College Board PSAT indicate that OHHS sophomores
scored above the national average in Critical Reading, Math and Writing.
We offer the following world languages: Spanish, French, German, Mandarin
Chinese and American Sign Language. Starting in 2013-2014 we offer full-year
German I & II and Spanish I & II in grades 6, 7 & 8.
We offer 26 dual-enrollment courses through our high school partnerships with
the University of Cincinnati, Xavier University and the College of Mount St.
J oseph. A total of 289 OHHS students enrolled in dual credit courses earning
1530 dual college credits.
ACADEMICS
Our district s ac ademic program provides opportunities for all
students to reach their full potential.

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This represents a 131% increase in enrollment and 214% increase in
credits from the previous year.
724 OHHS students earned college credit through dual enrollment and
College Board.
692 students took at least one Advanced Placement (AP) test. 1232 AP tests
were taken.
158 graduates (23%) earned an Honors diploma from the Ohio Department of
Education.
Within two years of high school approximately 70% of our students
enroll in a two or four-year college or are serving in a branch of the
U.S. military.
In the 2013-14 school year our three middle schools joined Oak Hills High
School as members of the International Studies School Network (ISSN). ISSN is a
national consortium of innovative, cutting edge schools focusing on global
education. It includes a network of 34 innovative and highly effective schools
from around the nation.
The Oak Hills School District is the only district in Ohio to have two middle
schools (Bridgetown and Rapid Run) designated as an Ohio and National
School to Watch.

In 2014 Oak Hills High School met all of the requirements of the AdvancED
Accreditation Commission and Board of Trustees and was accredited by the
North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School
Improvement.















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District highlights include:
Our district arts programs received numerous awards over the past year, in
addition to showcasing student and faculty artwork in several exhibitions
throughout the city.
There are several performing and visual arts courses for all grade levels to
enjoy including:
High School: ceramics; enamels, glass and mosaic; AP art history;
photography I & II; studio art AP: 2D & 3D; drawing and printmaking;
sculpture; arts perspective; studio art AP drawing; fashion studio; fiber
arts; foundations; painting and mixed media; Highlander singers;
concert choir; junior varsity singers; varsity singers; concert orchestra;
symphony orchestra; piano and music history.
Middle School: general art, symphonic band, chorus, general music
and guitar.
Elementary School: general art, general music orchestra, band and
choir















ARTS
Participation in performing and visual arts inspires students
creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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District highlights include:
All C.O. Harrison parents were surveyed regarding effective forms of
communication to enhance home-school partnerships and awareness. From
these surveys, COH integrated additional forms of communication, such as text
messaging with parents. At Delshire, they send home forms to parents for
feedback on title one/ interventions each spring. Numerous parent volunteers
assist with one-on-one support to students within the classroom across grade
levels. Oakdale has over 30 parent, community and student volunteers that
help struggling students enhance reading and math skills during and after the
school day.
All K-5 English Language Arts teachers were surveyed to gather information on
teacher perspectives of the professional development needs in the area of
writing instruction at the elementary level. The data is analyzed to create future
professional development plans to support teachers in designing and
implementing high quality writing instruction and interventions.
48 teachers and directors from over 16 local early childcare centers participated
in a survey gathering input on supporting collaboration efforts between Oak Hills
Local School District and local childcare providers to support children in the area
of early literacy and Kindergarten Readiness.
Bridgetown Middle School sends out a parent survey each spring. For each of
the last two years, the survey has received over 220 parent responses. The
administration uses the feedback to reflect on core beliefs and focus the work
for the following year.
Delhi Middle School students are surveyed on school climate and positive
behavior supports in the building. In addition, National J unior Honor Society
students are surveyed and help plan Student Appreciation Day and Character
Day activities. Parents participate in Career and College Readiness conferences
and are surveyed on overall satisfaction.
Rapid Run has engaged students and NJ HS members regarding student
incentives to support our PBS system. Parents are invited to participate in RTI
meetings and planning sessions. Parents are surveyed through our PTA survey
and meetings, annual IEP meetings and are also included in RTI meetings and
planning sessions in order to improve instruction and programs offered to their
children.
In high school, student surveys are conducted during the advisory program.
There are also quarterly meetings with the student council executive board.
Several surveys are conducted about AP courses and exams. Students give
feedback on potential teaching candidates. Student feedback was also
COMMITMENT TO IMPROVEMENT
Proc esses and programs are c ontinuously evaluated to ensure
effectiveness and efficienc y.
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solicited in surveys and focus group while undergoing school accreditation
process through AdvancED.
At the high school, parents are involved in Career and College Readiness
surveys, overall parent satisfaction surveys, PTA surveys and meetings, annual IEP
meetings and are also included in RTI meetings and planning sessions. Parent
feedback was also solicited in surveys and focus group while undergoing school
accreditation process through AdvancED.

District highlights include:
Google Apps for Education district
eLearning team (eLcs across the district to support teachers and initiatives)
Partnership with Xavier University to create a series of courses leading to a
technology endorsement
Online emergency medical form
Sharing resources with other schools/districts
Companion sites for courses
Computers for Kids: Opportunities for families to purchase inexpensive
devices and technical support (http://datacom.myshopify.com/)
Elementary Schools:
eKIDs
Bring Your Own Device
Personal Device Passport
Computers for Kids
Middle Schools:
eKIDs
Online courses
Bring Your Own Device
Personal Device Passport
TEDxYouthday: November 17, 2013
High School:
Bring Your Own Device
Virtual Desktop environment
DIGITAL LEARNING
Tec hnology is essential to enhance teac hing and learning and to
give students a competitive edge in a global market.
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Online courses
Music technology course
Flipped classroom
Hybrid classes
Companion sites for courses
Computers for Kids


District highlights include:
District cost per pupil: $8,928 3
rd
lowest in Hamilton County, over $2,100
lower than Hamilton County average
State average: $10,446
County average: $11,149
Percentage spent on instruction: approximately 71%
Excellent stewards of taxpayer money 1 levy in the past 16 years
Strong accountability as demonstrated by numerous Auditor of State awards
and recognitions including:
Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction - 2011 & 2012
Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) Certificate of
Excellence in Financial Reporting - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Ohio House of Representatives Commendation for Achievement in
Financial Reporting - 2012
Government Finance Officer's Association (GFOA) Award of Financial
Reporting Achievement - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Auditor of State Making Your Tax Dollars Count Award for Excellence
in Financial Reporting 2009
Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Profile Report:
http://odevax.ode.state.oh.us/htbin/F2013-DISTRICT-
PROFILE.COM?irn=047373
FISCAL STEWARDSHIP
Financial responsibility ensures that the majority of funding is spent
on classroom instruction.
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Out of 23 Hamilton County School Districts, Oak Hills community members
pay less in taxes than 20 other Hamilton County school districts, all while still
achieving excellent academic results.


District highlights include:

The Citizens Committee for Oak Hills Local Schools, comprised of alumni, staff
and community members, worked tirelessly during May and November to
pass our 4.82 mill school levy.
The Oak Hills Alumni & Educational Foundation has financially supported Oak
Hills classrooms with more than $285,000 in teacher grant money over the
past 17 years. They fund teacher and classroom projects at all levels in all 9 of
our schools.
The Oak Hills Athletic Boosters continually raise funds to support the high
school coaching staff as well as the band and Oakettes organizations.
The Oak Hills Band Association continually raises funds to support the high
school band program.
We are lucky to have so many wonderful school volunteers including PTA
members, local business partners and alumni who come back to enhance
classroom learning by sharing their professional experiences as well as raise
money to supplement school activities and events.
Our Business Advisory Council introduces our students to a wide array of
postgraduate opportunities through career exploration during the annual 8th
grade career fair.








PARENT & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Educational experiences are enhanc ed by partnerships between
the sc hool district and community.
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Staff goes above and beyond to provide quality education to our students.
228 Master Teachers as identified by the Ohio Department of Education.
70% of certified staff (teachers, counselors, occupational therapists, physical
therapists and speech pathologists) have a Masters degree or higher
Staff are constantly learning and staying current through professional
development opportunities throughout the school year, inside and outside
the classroom
Administrators and teachers participate in sister school exchange programs
to bring global perspectives to the classroom for our students.
Teachers earn graduate credits and additional licensure endorsements
through participation in a gifted licensure cohort through UC (18 credit hours)
and an eLearning cohort through XU (18 credit hours).


District highlights include:
We have 26 varsity athletic teams at the high school.
We have 16 athletic teams at the middle school level.
There are a variety of activities and clubs at all levels: high school =48,
middle school =21/building and elementary =average 10/building.
Among students in 4
th
-8
th
grade, 65% participate in student activities. In
grades 9-12, 50% of students participate in student activities.
There are three student exchange opportunities in Guatemala, Germany
and France.



STAFF LEADERSHIP
Student growth and ac hievement are fac ilitated by high-quality
staff members.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
A well-rounded educ ation inc ludes a wide variety of opportunities.
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District highlights include:
Students in the Oak Hills Local School District have the opportunity to
supplement their classroom learning experiences by engaging in community
service opportunities and extra-curricular activities.
High school students also have the opportunity to participate in a Capstone
Project through our Programs of Study - STEMM, International Studies,
Creative and Performing Arts and Integrated Studies. Through the Programs
of Study Initiative, students can focus in an area of interest and can earn
college credit through our 26 Dual Credit courses. Also, many of our senior
students intern with local businesses in preparation for their college major.
We are pleased that many of our students district-wide participate in
community service activities, such as Relay For Life, Games for the Cure,
Autism Walk, Annual OHHS Walk to raise funds for the Delhi and Green
Township Senior Citizen Centers, The Anderson Ferry Foodbank and the 5K for
Haiti. Students at the high school and middle schools can choose from over
70 different clubs and activities.
All middle and high school students participate in advisory programs to
prepare them for careers and college after graduation.













STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Students experiences are enhanc ed by serving their school and
c ommunity.
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District highlights include:
Students identified as gifted: 1589 students (21.3%)
Gifted students are offered a range of innovative and challenging courses
and services. Elementary and middle school students are often taught by
classroom teachers who are dual licensed and trained as regular education
and gifted. Each elementary has a gifted specialist who designs customized
curriculum, instruction and materials to best serve the gifted population.
At the middle school level gifted students have the opportunity to enroll in
rigorous level I courses. In the 8
th
grade gifted students are offered rigorous
and challenging level I high school courses for credit.
OHHS gifted students are offered 26 dual credit courses and 25 Advanced
Placement classes aligned with College Board curriculum. Students have
numerous opportunities to earn college credits while in high school.
Students with disabilities: 1,108 (13.7% receiving services)
Exceptional students are provided with customized instruction to best meet
their diverse needs. A full range of services from speech pathology and
occupational and physical therapy, to specialized instruction for the hearing
and visually impaired are offered to all students who qualify. At each level
our philosophy and model is to instruct students in an inclusive environment.
Oak Hills High School has partnered with Childrens Hospital and MindPeace
to offer a full-service mental health clinic at the school. Services are
available to all students.
Students identified as ESL: less than 1% (60 students receiving services)




STUDENT SERVICES
A variety of servic es provide options to ensure all students rec eive
individualized instruction, enrichment and support.
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Oak Hills Local School District
6325 Rapid Run Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
513-574-3200
ohlsd.us
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Superintendent: Todd Yohey
Treasurer: Steve Bain













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Oak Hills Local School District Directory
Oak Hills High School ................................................................ 513-922-2300
Bridgetown Middle School ........................................................ 513-574-3511
Delhi Middle School .................................................................. 513-922-8400
Rapid Run Middle School .......................................................... 513-467-0300
C.O. Harrison Elementary ......................................................... 513-922-1485
Delshire Elementary .................................................................. 513-471-1766
J.F. Dulles Elementary ............................................................... 513-574-3443
Springmyer Elementary ............................................................. 513-574-1205
Oakdale Elementary ................................................................. 513-574-1100