Be Well: Prevention, Awareness, & Recovery Sept. 20th

Be Well Event Offers Parents Resources on Addiction, Mental Health

Community leaders are joining together this fall to offer a free event for parents interested in learning about spotting the signs of substance use addiction.

Be Well: Prevention, Awareness, & Recovery, will be held Sept. 20 at Hilliard Darby High School. The free event is open to adults only. The first 300 guests will receive a free meal.

The event will begin with dinner and a resource fair in the school’s cafeteria from 5 to 6 p.m. A simulated teenage bedroom, known as Can You See Me Now?, will be on display in the school’s stage area. Parents are invited to tour the interactive bedroom to learn to spot risky behavior.

A presentation to include panelists of local first responders, health and wellness experts, and school officials will follow from 6 to 8 p.m. in the performing arts center. Experts will discuss substance abuse (including vaping), mental health, recovery, and addiction prevention.

“Our hope is to educate parents,” said Norwich Township Administrator Jamie Fisher. “We feel like this event will not only support our mission of promoting a healthier way of living but provide resources to help individuals make better choices.”

“Research shows one of the best ways to reduce the chances of teens using drugs by 50 percent or more is having an adult or parent have conversations with them about alcohol and drug addiction,” said Dawn Steele, who serves as an attorney with the City of Hilliard Recovery Court.

Research also shows 50 percent of teenagers have misused a drug at least once.

“We want parents to know they should not wait,” said Hilliard Chief of Police Michael Woods. “Don’t wait to have a conversation with your teen, don’t wait to ask for help, and don’t wait before a small problem turns into an addiction.”

The program is funded by Norwich Township Opioid Settlement Funds. Other cooperating partners include the City of Hilliard Division of Police, Norwich Township Fire Department, Hilliard City Schools, and HART (Health, Awareness & Recovery Together).

No RSVP is required.



Monday, August 28th from 6pm-8pm we will be holding a Welcome Back to 5100 Open House. During this time, we would like to invite all of our families to come into the building to walk your students’ schedule and meet our staff. During Open House, we will also have PTO present selling Davidson gear as well as some of our clubs and sports out in the Commons for your student to get involved with.

Please report to your student’s first period class by 5:55pm. You will need to have their schedule pulled up on your device or print a copy of the schedule and bring it with you. You will follow your student’s daily schedule with the times below. This will give you the opportunity to meet their teachers and tour the building.

Schedule for WELCOME BACK TO 5100 OPEN HOUSE:

6:00 -6:04 pm Welcome announcement
6:04 – 6:11 pm Period 1
6:15 – 6:22 pm Period 2
6:26 – 6:33 pm Period 3
6:37 – 6:44 pm Period 4
6:48 – 6:55 pm Period 5
6:59 – 7:06 pm Period 6
7:10 – 7:17 pm Period 7
7:21 – 7:28 pm Period 8

The Commons will be open for parents to peruse clubs and sports options for the school year from 7:30-8:00 as well as in-between and during classes.

Innovation Learning Campus (ILC) Open House

All families are welcome to tour the Innovation Campus on Tuesday, August 29th from 6-7PM so that students can walk the buildings of their first semester courses. Many teachers will be on hand during this informal visit at either the Innovative Learning Center/ILC (5323 Cemetery Road) or at the Innovative Learning Hub/HUB (3859 Main Street). We hope to see you on the 29th!



FRESHMEN FOCUS CAMP & FRESHMEN PARENT MEETING

We will be holding Freshmen Focus Camp on  Monday, August 14th from 8am-1pm and Tuesday, August 15th from 8am-11am. This is for all incoming freshmen in the Class of 2027.  Students will report to the Performing Arts Center Monday, August 14th.  Doors will open at 8:00 AM and the program will begin promptly at 8:15am. Parents may drop off students at the A1 doors (main entrance doors that face Weaver Middle School); however, only students attend. During Focus Camp, freshmen will receive valuable information to help start their high school experience, get their iPads, student IDs, and locker assignments, get school pictures taken, tour the building, and have the opportunity to connect with their classmates. Lunch will be provided at the end of day one (hot dog, chips, and water) and they will also receive a Class of 2027 t-shirt at the end of day two.

We will have a Freshmen Parent Meeting on Tuesday, August 15th at 7:00pm in the Davidson Performing Arts Center. Students are welcome to attend with parents, but it is not required.

WILDCAT WELCOME DAYS

Students who are not in the Class of 2027 (new and returning) may attend Wildcat Welcome Days and drop in anytime Tuesday, August 15th between 8am-2pm or Wednesday, August 16th between 8am-2pm.  During this time, students will take school pictures, pick up their iPad, student IDs, and parking pass (if they are a student driver), and get their locker assignment.

STUDENT PICTURES

Student pictures will be taken as part of our Wildcat Welcome Sessions.  You should receive a picture order form from HR Imaging to send with your student to Wildcat Welcome and Freshmen Focus Camp.  

HR Imaging

FRESHMEN FOCUS / WILDCAT WELCOME MAKE-UP DAY

If your student is unable to attend Focus Camp or Wildcat Welcome Days, we will have a make up session on Thursday, August 17th from 10am-12pm. For students unable to make any of our sessions, schedules will be available via Home Access Center the week before school starts and iPads can be picked up the first day of school in the Media Center. Please reach out to your counselor or the main office with any questions or concerns.

OPEN HOUSE

Our Welcome Back to 5100 Open House will take place on Monday, August 28th from 6:00pm-8:00pm. During this time, we would like to invite all of our families to come into the building to walk your students’ schedule and meet our staff. During Open House, we will also have PTO present selling Davidson gear as well as some of our clubs and sports out in the Commons for your student to get involved with.

Have a great rest of your summer and we will see you soon. Please continue to check the Davidson High School website and socials for continually updated 2023-2024 school information. LET’S GO CATS!



Navigating Financial Uncertainties with Prudent Fiscal Management

Twice yearly, Ohio’s public schools must approve a 5-year financial forecast. Hilliard Schools’ latest forecast was approved on May 18, showing careful planning amidst potential revenue challenges. Here are some essential details: 

 

The Current Revenue Landscape

  • State Funding: The Fair School Funding Plan, enacted in 2021, aims for more equitable funding for Ohio schools. The state aid is determined based on 60% local property valuation and 40% household income. However, as the plan was only partially funded in the last budget cycle, it’s still uncertain what it will mean for Hilliard Schools. Early projections suggest flat state funding for our district.
  • House Bill 920: This 1976 law prevents districts from collecting increased funds even as property values rise. Despite this, Hilliard Schools has managed its funds wisely, not seeking additional operating money since 2016.
  • Inflation: Rising inflation rates put added pressure on school budgets. Combined with HB 920, this likely leads to deficit spending as expenditures outpace revenues. However, schools are expected to manage their cash balances wisely and are prohibited from operating with negative cash balances.

 

Managing Administrative Costs

Contrary to rumors, Hilliard Schools has minimized administrative costs, even eliminating seven administrative positions over the past three years. The cut positions save the district close to one million dollars a year. This places us with the lowest administrative expenditure per pupil in Franklin County.

 

Deficit Spending and the Forecast

Deficit spending reflects the challenges of rising costs and restricted property tax growth rather than financial mismanagement. Hilliard Schools has carefully built a cash balance over the years, which is now utilized as costs exceed revenues. This prudent fiscal planning allows us to stay off the ballot asking taxpayers for more money only when it is absolutely needed.

 

We appreciate our community’s support as we navigate these financial uncertainties. We are committed to keeping you updated on our financial status. You can find our latest financial reports here.



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