Lily L. (Courtesy/Cindy Wilson) On Thursday, October 17, Academy hosted Highland for its first playoff game of the year on Hondros at 7 p.m. Highland came in after dominating Heath 5-0 in its matchup on Tuesday, October 15. Yet the Vikings struck early, notching two first-half goals, as their defense held steady, making the score…
(Courtesy/@caboyssoccer Instagram) On Saturday, October 19, the boys from Hondros began their postseason as they welcomed the Whitehall Rams. The game’s scoring opened right away as senior captain, Nick D., snuck a shot past the keeper for a Vikings first-period goal. The Vikings defense held strong during the remainder of the first period as the…
Sophie W. (Courtesy/@cagirlstennis instagram) The duo of Tamanna A. and Sophie W. played in individual states on Thursday, October 17, and won 6-3, 6-2 against Oakwood to move to the second round, but lost 6-4, 6-1 to Gilmour Academy and, thus, did not place. The Vikings played in team states on Saturday, October 19, and…
Kallyn H. (Courtesy/Cindy W.) For volleyball’s first playoff game, the Vikes traveled to Grove City Christian on Tuesday, October 15, to face off against the Eagles. To start off the week, the Vikes took the first set 25-20 and another at 25-19 to make it 2-0. In the third set, the Vikes were looking to…
Allison F. (Courtesy/Sunil S.) This past week Academy’s girls soccer team did not play any games due to postseason preparation. The Vikings received a first-round bye due to their superb record of 12-5. Academy finished third in the CBL, behind Bexley and Worthington Christian. The Vikings will face the winner of Heath and Highland on…
Dr. Olay Alonso performs. (Coutesy/Katie V.) The delicious smells (of hamburgers and cookies) wafting through the Dining Hall during lunch period were accompanied by beautiful strains of music on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Columbus Academy’s Spanish Affinity group (CASA) enlivened Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations by inviting Dr. Orlay Alonso, an accomplished pianist in the CA…
Pixabay Presidential debates have been a key part of American democracy since 1976, offering voters a chance to see candidates in real-time. The moderator’s role is crucial—they keep the discussion on track, ensure each candidate has time to speak, and maintain decorum. But after the recent 2024 election debates, there’s been a growing question: should…
Lila P./Staff The Vikings have a busy week, beginning on Monday, with the girls and boys golf teams at states. On Tuesday we have extended advisory time, and there is a Clothing Closet pop-up. Students can volunteer during blocks 4 and 5 on Mobile Serve. Also, volleyball has an away game against Grove City at…
Pixabay The sophomores recently watched a short film accompanied by a lesson on healthy relationships created by the One Love Foundation and sponsored by the family of a college student who lost her life from an abusive relationship. School’s counselors and health teachers, Mrs. Dillon and Ms. Hines, supervised the feature. The lesson taught students…
Volunteers at label making (Courtesy/Alicia L.) On Friday, October 11, Service Board volunteers gathered in Ms. Bening’s room to create labels for the Kids-4-Kids food drive. They carefully crafted advisory labels to distinguish each collection box, earning half an event for this endeavor. After the PSAT on Thursday, October 17, volunteers will construct the boxes…
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