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Football’s Consecutive Victories

(Courtesy/@noahbergmedia on Instagram) After opening the season with a 1-2 record, the varsity football team has found its footing, securing consecutive victories over Granville and Worthington Christian. The Vikings 36-14 upset against Granville on Thursday, September 10, marked a historic milestone for head coach Robin Miller, who earned his 84th career win to become the…

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Jazz Band Shares Its Gift at Spring Concert

(Lila P./Staff) The Jazz Band performed its final concert of the year, All That Jazz, on May 1, with the ensemble taking place on the stage in the Dining Hall at 7:30 p.m., performing combined jazz standards, a Latin piece, and impressive improvisations while also recognizing the group’s seniors, Adam A., Chaz L., Graham A.,…

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Spring Musical Review: Urinetown

(Courtesy/@columbusacademy) Under the direction of Ms. Eads, Academy staged its spring musical, Urinetown, from April 23–25 in the Schoedinger Theatre. The comic tone was established early with fourth-wall-breaking commentary by Billy G. (Officer Lockstock) and Amaya W. (Little Sally), whose interactions with the audience guided the structure of the show. Billy and Lexington P.’s (Officer…

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Spring Blood Drive Generates 21 Units

Courtesy/Ms. Bening Service Board held its Spring Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 8, from 8:00 a.m to 1:30 p.m. in the Athletic Lobby, with just 21 donors, organized by Lower School teacher Ms. Crain, who has been running it for the past eight years.  According to Ms. Bening, the importance of the blood drive is…

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JAG Hosts First Schoolwide Passover Dinner

(Lila P./Staff) Academy families from every division gathered in the Dining Hall’s hearthside for a shared Passover Dinner on Friday, April 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. Academy’s Jewish Affinity Group (JAG) leaders Billy G., Gabi M., and Sofi A-T. welcomed approximately 65 attendees. Catered by City Barbeque, the menu featured pulled chicken, brisket, mac…

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CA Community Celebrates Ramadan at the Iftar Dinner 

(Lila P./Staff) On February 27, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m., students, faculty, and Academy families gathered in the Dining Hall’s hearthside for the annual Iftar dinner, continuing a tradition that began in 2023. Zaina A., leader of the MECCA, organized the event, wanting to teach her peers about Ramadan while bringing the community together over…

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Mary Poppins Jr. Showcases Big Energy

(Courtesy/@columbusacademy Instagram) Academy’s Middle School cast in Whitney Eads’s directed Mary Poppins Jr. had an impressive run on January 30 and 31 at 7:30 p.m. in Schoedinger Theatre, even earning a sold-out Saturday night. From start to finish, the cast and crew showcased energy and teamwork. Mary Poppins (Margot M.) led the cast with a…

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Ms. Conti’s Workshop Gives Students Head Start on Career Readiness

After school on Wednesday, January 21, Ms. Conti hosted the Internships 101 workshop, an event designed to introduce students to the internship application process and workplace skills. Conti opened the class was students in all grade levels. Each student received a folder containing a resume brainstorming sheet, resume and cover letter templates with examples, and…

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Jazz Band Highlights Talent at Fall Performance

Lila P./Staff Academy’s Jazz Band took the stage for its fall showcase on November 5, at 7 p.m. in the Schoedinger Theatre, featuring 17 musicians, who practice during three zero periods three every week, who proved that their dedication to music pays off. Starring with a mix of full-band and improvised solos, the night was…

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Fantastical: The Impracticality of a Modern-Day Mastodon

(Courtesy/Ms. Eads) Directed by Whitney Eads, the school’s first-ever production of Rachel Teagle’s The Impracticality of a Modern-Day Mastodon came to life on October 23 and 25. In a quirky yet heartfelt comedy, the play asks, “What would happen if everyone became what they wanted to be as a kid?” Performed in the Schoedinger Theater,…