Doherty Blast Oct 30, 2026

Announcement Labels:

ES – Pre-kindergarten families
LS – Kindergarten through fifth-grade families
ES/LS – Pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade families

ES/LS: Halloween Parade — TODAY, Oct. 30, at 8:40 a.m.

Join us for our Halloween parade today at 8:40 a.m. in the driveway. Come cheer on our pre-kindergarten for 2-year-olds through fifth grade students as they show off their costumes and celebrate Halloween together. Parents are welcome to follow us into the gym after the parade to take pictures!

ES/LS: Thanksgiving Food Drive — Nov. 2-20

The Thanksgiving Food Drive kicks off next week! We encourage families and students to bring in non-perishable, non-expired food items (no glass, please) to benefit the Madisonville Education and Assistance Center (MEAC) Marketplace, a local food pantry.

There will be boxes in Haile and Jones Halls to drop off your items.

LS: Pathways for Prevention — Nov. 2-6

Seven Hills students in grades 5 and 7, along with all Upper School students, will participate in scheduled visits and lessons from our Pathways for Prevention specialist, Glenn Hall. “Mr. G,” as he is known to the kids, will deliver an evidence-based curriculum of developmentally appropriate education on substance misuse trends, healthy coping skills, peer pressure, and addiction.

Mr. G has a keen ability to build rapport and maintain elevated levels of student engagement. His sessions are filled with his personal recovery story as well as current information and trends to make this a relevant and informative experience for our Seven Hills students.

If you have questions or would like to know more, please visit Pathways for Prevention’s website for more information or reach out to Angie Bielecki, Doherty school counselor.

ES/LS: Little Big Talks: Talking About School Safety — Thursday, Nov. 5, at 9 a.m.

In a continuation of our LEAD Together series, join us in the Doherty library for a community conversation about how to talk with students about school safety. Presented in partnership with our director of safety & security (Sheriff Jun Cho), counseling department, and office of DEI, this conversation will offer helpful books, resources, and guidance for discussing school safety with children.

While the conversation will be geared toward Early and Lower School families, parents and caregivers from all divisions may find it beneficial.

RSVP for the event to let us know you’ll be attending.

ES/LS: After The Bell (ATB)

ATB Drop-in

We are currently at capacity for ATB drop-in for:

• Pre-kindergarten for 2-year-olds

Stinger Staycation

• View all 2026-27 Stinger Staycation dates.

Enrichment

• Fall enrichment ends on Thursday, Nov. 12.
• We will be offering winter enrichment sessions from Nov. 30-Feb. 5, and registration will begin next week.

Special Persons Day Early Dismissal

• There will be no Stinger Staycation or ATB offered for the half day on Tuesday, Nov. 24. All children should be picked up at the 11:30 a.m. dismissal time after Special Persons Day.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jill Romerill and Christina O’Donnell.

ES/LS: Remembering Todd Benzinger

Many of you may have heard the difficult news of the passing of Todd Benzinger, a longtime Seven Hills parent and coach. We’d like to share the beautiful memories and stories we’ve been hearing over the last few days with Todd’s family.

If you’re interested in writing a note or capturing a favorite story, please submit a response to this Google Form. We will then compile the submissions and send them to Todd’s wife and children. Thank you for the outpouring of love for our community.

LS: Doherty Lotspeich Lower School: Final Beam Signing — Thursday, Nov. 12, 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Hillsdale Campus Field House

As construction progresses on the new Doherty Lotspeich Lower School, we invite all Lower School parents to sign the final beam before it is installed in our new building. Your signature will become part of a lasting legacy in a building that will inspire generations of students to learn, grow, and thrive.

Our Lower School students will also have the opportunity to sign the beam as part of this event. Students will join with their teachers at staggered times.

Please join us and leave your mark on this exciting new chapter for Seven Hills! Questions? Call Margo Kirstein at 513.728.2437 or email development@7hills.org.

ES/LS: Save the Date: Screen Smart at Seven Hills 2.0 — Thursday, Nov. 12, from 5:30-7 p.m.

Join us in the Lotspeich Library to learn more about growing healthy technology habits from the early years. At this event, you’ll hear from administrators, counselors, and Upper School students as we discuss how to set your family up for success. We’ll have stations where you can learn about the Family Media Plan, our recommendations for technology use, chat with Upper School students, and learn some tech tips and tricks. Light bites provided.

Free childcare and pizza offered for Early and Lower School students. Make sure to RSVP ASAP if you’re interested in childcare with our ATB providers.

ES/LS: Special Persons Day — Tuesday, Nov. 24

We have set aside Tuesday, Nov. 24, as a special day to celebrate the wonderful people who make our students’ lives brighter! Whether they are grandparents, family members, mentors, or other special people, we look forward to welcoming those who mean so much to our children.

Please note that Special Persons Day is a half-day event, with all students dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Students may leave with their special people following the celebration.

Information was sent home late last week and was originally due today. To ensure everyone receives an invitation in time, we’re extending the deadline to Monday, Nov. 2. Thank you for your help! We can’t wait to share a morning filled with love, smiles, and special memories!

ES/LS: Save the Date! Growing Together: Building Community in Nature — Saturday, Dec. 5

As our community takes root, join families on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9:15-11 a.m. to spend time in nature with activities led by faculty and upperclassmen. Activities include building bug hotels, a winter walk to the Lower School construction site, and other teacher-led activities.

Check out the flyer below for more information.

ES/LS: Lost and Found

Is your child missing a hoodie or a sweater? Check out the Doherty Lost and Found photo folder to see if you can locate your missing item.

Where to pick up?

• Early School, Kindergarten: Pick up in Haile Hall on the first floor.
• Lower School: Pick up in Jones Hall at the coat rack to the left of the entrance.

The Lost and Found will be updated monthly. Items that are labeled will be returned to your child’s homeroom. Please be sure to label your child’s belongings to help ensure that lost items can be returned to their rightful owner.