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Indian Hill students showcase cross-grade project-based learning; student-led nonprofit donates $10,000
Summary
Students from Indian Hill’s primary and middle schools presented co-authored books and project-based learning outcomes; a student named Aiden described founding a nonprofit and donating slightly more than $10,000 to Dayton Children's Hospital.
Students and teachers at Indian Hill highlighted project-based learning and student leadership during the board’s recognition segment.
Students from the primary and middle schools described a multi-day unit that paired seventh-graders with second-graders to co-author and illustrate stories. Assistant principal Alex Fes and seventh-grade teacher Paula Farenamp explained the instructional design: students used a plot diagram, sensory detail and figurative language, wrote author bios, and produced illustrated books that were presented at a literacy night. Seventh-grade representatives Adelaide Donnelly and Emilyn Kim described how the work reinforced standards and collaboration.
The board and administrators framed the work as the product of the district’s strategic plan and investments in professional development. Middle school principal Dr. Jen Teen and other board members praised the teachers and students for both academic learning and leadership skills.
In a separate recognition, student Aiden described founding a nonprofit, Teens Together, after a personal medical diagnosis. He recounted a lengthy clinical test that led to a diagnosis of growth hormone deficiency and told the board that the organization’s first pickleball fundraiser raised just over $10,000, donated to Dayton Children’s Hospital’s growth-hormone fund. Aiden told the board that monthly treatment costs for his condition can range from about $3,000 to $5,000, and said the fundraiser was intended to increase awareness and help families facing similar medical costs.
The board thanked students and teachers and noted awards the district had recently received, including AP School Honor Roll recognition, Scholastic Art & Writing awards, and student success in the Stock Market Game.
Representative quote: "It's so good to see you guys. Hi. Come on. How are you? It's so nice to see you," Superintendent Dr. Melissa Stewart said, introducing student remarks and praising their presentations.
Speakers quoted or paraphrased in this story are drawn from the meeting transcript and include students, classroom teachers and district administrators. The recognitions were ceremonial and informational; no board action followed this agenda item.
