Excitement abounds! Our new 59,000 square foot Arts and Science Center opened to students in October, 1999. It has replaced the 1931 science labs, provided the art and science departments with state-of-the-art facilities with world-class technology, and totally eliminated temporary classrooms from the campus. It is more than bricks and mortar. It is a blank slate for allowing us to forge collaborations in the college and university arenas, some of which include:

• The use of Measurenet in our Chemistry labs. Measurenet is a patent pending system developed by the University of Cincinnati.
• DNA research study with the University of Cincinnati.
• Collaboration with Northern Kentucky University on endangered plant species for our environmental courtyard (the first in the country).
• Ohio State University is offering its Introduction to Engineering program to WHHS students.

Not only is our curriculum innovative, the WHHS Alumni Foundation has set a new standard nationally in fundraising - the precedent-setting public/private partnership - private funding for public education. We have shared our knowledge and enthusiasm with dozens of school systems locally and throughout the country. We hope that our leadership will continue to spark interest from coast to coast.

The new Arts and Science Center is a tangible demonstration of the tremendous affection of alumni and friends for our school. We have reached $11 million of our $12 million goal because of the enthusiasm of our alumni and friends. If you have already joined us in this Alumni Foundation inaugural project, we sincerely thank you. If you havenít, we hope that you will take the opportunity now to show your commitment to Walnut Hills. If you are interested in becoming a donor, please click on Make a Gift. If you would like further information or would like to schedule a personal tour, please call Debbie Heldman at 513-363-8500.

We hope that these photos give you a taste of what an incredible building our alumni have provided!

Sursum ad Summum!
Glen Mayfield '59
Campaign Chair

FEATURED THIS MONTH: Engineering

Previously:
Biology
Physics
Advanced Placement Art