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The board welcomed Mrs. Cooper, introduced as the new assistant principal at the freshman campus. Superintendent and board members praised the district’s assistant principals during national Assistant Principal Week.

Principal Adrienne Sheer and staff from Fairwood Elementary presented two initiatives — the UFLI reading pilot (covered separately) and an after-school ELL club; students shared brief remarks about projects including a classroom “restaurant” diorama and spoke in English and Spanish about what they had learned.

Board members heard a series of community partnership highlights and student events presented or summarized by TV Hamilton and community partners: a Global Eats program at the high school (a culinary cultural program involving foods from about 12 countries); the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati touring production for elementary students; a Just a Pair of Shoes distribution at Highland Elementary that provided 120 new pairs of shoes; and student artwork being shown at the Cincinnati Art Museum. Presenters said these activities aim to increase student engagement, cultural exposure and community ties.

Brookwood Elementary described its “Grand Event,” a family visitor day that pairs guests with students for classroom activities; the PTO also launched a bundt cake fundraiser. Hamilton High School reported a future-planning/career day with local employers and scholarship information from the Hamilton Community Foundation; the foundation representatives described scholarships for graduating seniors and current college students and noted the foundation’s historic partnership with the district.

Board members and the superintendent praised staff and community partners for the range of programs and discussed using TV Hamilton streaming to highlight these activities to broader audiences.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Hamilton City School District Board of Education Meeting 4-10-25","oneSentenceSummary","At the work session the board heard introductions and short presentations covering a new assistant principal at the freshman campus, Fairwood student projects and clubs, theater and arts exhibitions, a shoe distribution event, a history elective, grandparent day at Brookwood, and career/future-planning activities and scholarships.","taxTitle","Hamilton City, School Districts, Ohio","taxId",38348,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6076303,"TV Hamilton begins streaming via Cablecast app after Community Foundation grant; district seeks new studio space",510,1878000,2388000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527&start=1878&end=2388","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527/thumbnail_1878000.jpg","/articles/6076303/Ohio/TV-Hamilton-begins-streaming-via-Cablecast-app-after-Community-Foundation-grant-district-seeks-new-studio-space","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6076303-5c9453d619cfd00b5290042ae57014ef/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153210&Signature=CyCyS65oWswzCsefGD0mez13MjFkixqM0FQrFEpdWRCbzwMRqAmrf1GduJ7PC-VC4CfsRImPwKLONGR8WnwGpzduurjlu4aU-T6Z8s4AcH6I2AumI7FkWqPkSXZcoRSF0j18ynRTWoCitz1qspqXN0yWSIWFvTfCNVHtFDVpmYhmPKjGKXMYRSxvq7eYVzEKukneVldy5usAsNwB1KzYY56BbMjblxVsFlSuwPq5Jd5zQACxQvcnPM9tNNRw-rjFZVI1PspAdDv4NvXS9QYUMsYTnVBacPOzkIo1jN3I9bkQLOWG3D3JfrKPAOBYgZxCpb9o5KXK0eylJvOekzRiLQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Jeff Archibald and TV Hamilton representatives briefed the board that the district’s local access channel is now streaming and available on major devices via the Cablecast app and the district’s website, extending access beyond traditional Spectrum cable subscribers.

“We are proud to announce that our programming is now streaming online and in high definition through the Cablecast app,” Archibald said, noting the channel will be available on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV and mobile devices and that an on-demand section will contain recent productions. He said the upgrade was possible in part because of a grant from the Hamilton Community Foundation and described a check for $11,000 delivered to support the effort; Archibald explained the station faced equipment costs that would have required an $11,000 option to reuse old gear or roughly $28,000 to replace and upgrade.

Archibald said the streaming build will allow TV Hamilton to track viewer metrics (who is watching, duration, content preferences) more precisely than before. He also said Spectrum must complete its own work for cable HD delivery, which he said could take several months. TV Hamilton staff also discussed plans to lease studio space outside the municipal basement — identifying an office location in the former Elder-Beerman building area to avoid repeated set-up and teardown of portable equipment.

The board and presenters noted the streaming service will let relatives outside Hamilton — including grandparents who live out of state — watch school events live or on demand. Archibald credited the Hamilton Community Foundation, city and other partners for underwriting the technical upgrade and said the station expects to expand archived and live programming.","TV Hamilton announced that its programming is now streaming on major platforms through the Cablecast app, enabled in part by a grant from the Hamilton Community Foundation; the station said streaming expands reach beyond Spectrum cable and that a new leased studio space is being pursued.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6076307,"Fairwood Elementary reports early gains from UFLI reading pilot; after-school ELL club offers language support",330,557000,887000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527&start=557&end=887","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527/thumbnail_557000.jpg","/articles/6076307/Ohio/Fairwood-Elementary-reports-early-gains-from-UFLI-reading-pilot-after-school-ELL-club-offers-language-support","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6076307-24854f6ae2b25bb2d8426911331bb4a1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153210&Signature=Pekulx9FWuDLP48l3mryEFMoxuoLxFSsyKwm41lt-MWJce~aEUAIxiPKTK2HoTKNJewzxbPNXBNVWOkQNjAu2hxpDP-blE-Xo0~SfuJtKzkbZ29VXup3WrWlt3nk1oDQRt8bW-ZNcA8Pmn80gJGA2TTj9RXxylCOFb2TG0bS9fv6rpRfbMCtQNU6ZQ0sWSsfFcM5eOcGQLSx8MAGwKnjBm1iWOq4TkSooMhuhPG9EXi7tlKjLvjIYJATAgvCnmk99-o~HJf-QY8inFjYi17cx-euVtebF-hdveOASA--KC5Xx~Qb7ZDyhYmb81DUm1GmZ3iM~zdQgCZPOmOtHkO5cQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Fairwood Elementary principal Adrienne Sheer and instructional staff told the board that a tier-2 reading pilot using the University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) is producing early signs of student growth, and they described an after-school English-language-learner (ELL) club that adds language practice and social supports.

“We started UFLI in November...we had about six weeks of data for UFLI,” said Abby Drew, an instructional coach involved in the pilot. Drew said the school compared beginning-of-year and middle-of-year DIBELS benchmark data and reported the following proportions meeting average-to-above-average growth in the short window: kindergarten 81 percent, first grade 72 percent, second grade 64 percent and third grade 73 percent.

Drew said the intervention follows a structured phonics approach aligned with the science of reading, is delivered in small groups, and teachers completed a self-paced training regimen and coaching. Tequila Fulham, identified as a state literacy coach, assisted with implementation; the board was told that “with the state of Ohio, we are required to adopt an intervention program,” and UFLI is at the top of the district’s list to consider.

Fairwood’s after-school ELL club, led by teacher Jackie Keesbay, accepts current and former ELL students as well as multilingual students in the building. Keesbay said the club meets twice a week in two rotating groups so each student attends one evening per week; food service provides snacks and transportation staff provide buses to expand participation. Keesbay described club activities that emphasize vocabulary, project-based learning and cultural celebration; students presented short remarks about what they learned and how the club helped them feel more confident.

Principal Sheer said the programs — an evidence-based tier-2 reading intervention plus the ELL club — together create “a comprehensive support system for students at different stages of their learning journey.” Board members asked about frequency and teacher response; presenters said teachers have embraced the structured curriculum and coaching process.","Fairwood Elementary staff reported preliminary mid-year reading gains after piloting the University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) tier-2 intervention and described an after-school ELL club that provides language practice, snacks and bus transportation for participants.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6076309,"Former teacher donates $10,000 to Ridgeway Elementary playground; board presents certificate",84,296000,380000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527&start=296&end=380","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527/thumbnail_296000.jpg","/articles/6076309/Ohio/Former-teacher-donates-10000-to-Ridgeway-Elementary-playground-board-presents-certificate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6076309-33a2875a2da711000a740840b3ee2e1f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153210&Signature=hRIOxbbnF3fZI84HgaOe-4zQRJFG-4jfYxzmSARmAV1L8STIY~LPerH84icDD-llza1zVq5L6wbv7D8LZxHhJUAVRDJ-Jnm2bltaGNJPEg-5F18jx9cPsAhaUqN74ro8qWdHH7wmdq-b7j~wx-8PBFzabv55oW3ZtjBKq2kCtKwVmN8385YzMLWwq4EgsxhImrFjlhdC~WyvO2pEo8WraeNtYkm7F7qt2kwUKUb7BNUvr4r93XKXHCQqK3ATy~9M35jqPPi3xcpnqHUcDisd1xvlN-WCD7lC6zpMX3MVpH8D3YS~foP0UvMo64cyfJpM3XVi-25S83XjDT3i7keJcw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hamilton City School Board recognized Deborah Spencer at its work session for a $10,000 donation to Ridgeway Elementary to support playground swing-set equipment.

“Missus Spencer, we just have a certificate here for you that is both to honor your dedication to education,” said a district representative presenting the plaque and a small gift. The board noted Spencer is a former teacher in the district and thanked her for supporting current students.

Superintendent-level and board members thanked Spencer in remarks that emphasized the donation’s local impact: “Thank you so much, Miss Spencer, for your donation. We greatly appreciate it. I don't know kids gonna be swinging for years to come,” one board member said.

No formal action or vote was recorded for the recognition; the presentation was part of the meeting’s recognition items.","The board recognized Deborah Spencer, a former teacher, for a $10,000 donation designated for new swing-set playground equipment at Ridgeway Elementary.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6076310,"Councilman updates school board on Texas Roadhouse site, 42-unit YWCA housing and QuickTrip demolition",0,2817000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527&start=2817&end=2817","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2973448-19c73ea9929abef3518db2955bbae527/thumbnail_2817000.jpg","/articles/6076310/Ohio/Councilman-updates-school-board-on-Texas-Roadhouse-site-42-unit-YWCA-housing-and-QuickTrip-demolition","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6076310-5eaa05d292a18bbdf417b0a087534b1e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153210&Signature=OYdC4Mg-zu34QuOMS8K1JUPY321bOnENRx1Ypt5nHvpGsNPWaSU82wKVa--bUXii-gMTsKAI3jkT781cEiImkUlpz2MugxxAwJuStxCJCGFl-MTjODBek8BF5T0wyUOBNSx-kogb2THKG~1saYQ2yrfRu1irCMR~OgUOTEKk2bbm5hbZJlsdTzBD6~FGLA1ENN4foFEfgNno-QZ6eVa-Ayr~osF8ZqlXjK3J27XYOnOeMO6QdeNHIdJ8IQPue3OgRC8nKfHy1el45Q1oWk3fRazhs03WZOV1HNMuGIa3rsigz0VXPdEE9mzbBQT48~XOxflVJKIXII2LsidzULUeeg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Councilman Lauer told the Hamilton City School Board at its work session that construction activity and private development are progressing in parts of the city that border the school district.

“This has been great doing some of the projects that we’re working on, and we’re looking forward to continue those works with you personally,” Councilman Lauer said, giving the board a series of updates.

Lauer said a new Texas Roadhouse has “put a shovel in the ground” on Main Street outside Myers and that the district should expect development activity in that corridor as other projects move forward. He said there are no plans yet for the existing Texas Roadhouse building. He also identified a proposed YWCA project that would add 42 apartment units, described as a mix of market-rate and affordable housing, which he said could help attract employees, including teachers, who do not currently live in the district.

Lauer said a QuickTrip is preparing to demolish the former CVS on the corner of East High Street, with demolition expected to begin within days or weeks depending on weather. He also reported that Cohatch, a coworking-type project near the Journal Square area, expects to open in early fall and that the Courtyard Marriott will begin a major renovation around April 28 — a project he estimated at about $9,000,000.

On Spooky Nook-related work and site cleanup, Lauer said property owner Sam Byler is addressing outstanding issues; Lauer described that effort as “moving forward.”

Board members asked follow-up questions about reuse of the existing Texas Roadhouse building and the nature of the YWCA housing. Lauer said discussions with the Texas Roadhouse operator are just beginning and that redevelopment opportunities will be considered as the corridor develops, particularly with a new Kroger also coming into the area.

Lauer concluded by expressing optimism about the district’s future if the projects continue as described.","Hamilton City Councilman Lauer briefed the Hamilton City School Board on several downtown and corridor projects — a new Texas Roadhouse site, a proposed 42-unit YWCA development, and upcoming demolition at the former CVS for a QuickTrip — and said the Courtyard Marriott renovation and Cohatch coworking project are moving forward.","actionData","errors"]

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