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Kids are underrated. If you don’t believe me, just ask them...my favorite student interactions are when I put them on the spot to think with intentionality. Every month I set up a table next to the dining terrace and write a provocative argument on an easel – for example, “school should be year-round” or “our dress code should return to full uniforms.” I then invite students to change my mind.

On March 3, Cincinnati Country Day School held its 6^th annual Diversity Conference for Upper School students. Upper School students participated in a full day of learning that included keynote speakers, conference sessions, and the award-winning documentary film Crip Camp. The conference breakout sessions covered a wide variety of topics that celebrate backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of Country Day students and beyond.

If you are interested in history then this CCDSpeaks event is for you! With host Nat Tracey-Miller `05, Upper School history teacher, author, and industry leader Dr. Jeremiah McCall will discuss his latest book, Rivalries that Destroyed the Roman Republic. the ever-present fascination with ancient history and Romans, and teaching at Country Day.
 

On March 7, 2023, Cincinnati Country Day School held its 40^th Cum Laude banquet. The Cum Laude banquet is an opportunity to celebrate students who have demonstrated a sustained record of academic excellence across their Country Day careers. Congratulations to the 14 Class of 2023 inductees.

As a Country Day lifer, Ethan has attended Country Day for 13 years and started his journey here in kindergarten. Read his seven tips derived from his experience moving from Lower School to Middle School to Upper School. 

Rachel Felous `04 has always been destined to become an entrepreneur, but her path has not been linear, and that is quite alright.  

This year, we welcomed 24 new faculty and staff members to campus. We sat down with one of these new faculty members, Upper School history teacher Jen Faber, to get to know her a little better…fill-in-the-blank style. 

We are pleased to announce that Alpacino “Al” Beauchamp has been named the our director of academic affairs. Beauchamp will work directly with Head of School Rob Zimmerman `98 to lead the school’s academic program. As director of academic affairs, Beauchamp is charged with advancing a culture of innovative teaching and learning, providing faculty with meaningful professional growth opportunities, and further differentiating the school’s program to promote the highest standards of academic excellence.

Peter Dayton `08 and Dr. Jordi Alonso `10 did not spend much time together at Country Day, but now they have kindled a friendship through music, poetry, philosophy, and creative collaboration.  

Hired as a long-term substitute teacher over a decade ago, Jennifer Hoffman is in her second year of teaching kindergarten.

The Middle School MathCounts team has qualified for the state tournament after a great showing in the Cincinnati chapter competition on Saturday, February 4.  

When Xanni Brown `10 walked onto Harvard's campus her first year, she had one goal: to play soccer, just as she had done at Country Day. But, by the time she graduated, she had not just played soccer; instead, she had become a rugby powerhouse.  

In alignment with one of the school’s guiding principles to welcome the diverse experiences and viewpoints of all individuals, students learned about various cultures and traditions throughout Multicultural Week.  

On Saturday, January 21, the Science Olympiad team competed in the Ohio State Invitational and placed 10th out of 36 teams, with top 10 and top six placement showings in individual events. The school had two teams compete. 

Much has changed in education over the last 30 years, from the ever-increasing role of technology in the classroom to a renewed focus on vital noncognitive skills such as communication and collaboration. But among the most exciting developments for schools have been new discoveries around the science of learning. Fields including neuroscience and psychology have offered new insights into how students learn, shattering some longstanding myths along the way. 

The Class of 1987 raised money in dedication to The Beach. During the Homecoming weekend alumni reception this year, classmates gathered to present a plaque and the donation to the school and share memories of their days at Country Day.  

We are excited to announce that registration for CCDSummer 2023 is now open! CCDSummer offers a variety of fun activities for your children led by experienced educators, coaches, staff, and camp partners.

Peter Fossett `80 recently took on the role of associate director of alumni and legacy giving but, he is a familiar face on campus. He was a student from 8th grade through senior year and joined the faculty in 2000. He taught American history and government for 22 years and was a Country Day parent along the way.  

We are proud to announce that 38  students were presented with Scholastic Arts and Writing Awards.

On February 1, three student-athletes signed national letters of intent to play sports at the collegiate level.