Henry S. (Courtesy/Academy Communications Flickr) Hosting its annual Viking Invitational on Thursday, October 10, the boys cross country team achieved first with 32 points, 10 points ahead of second-place Buckeye Valley. Dane C. crossed the line in 10:29.16, winning the two-mile race in a sprint to finish. Chris H. and Henry S. followed in third…

Sampling cultural foods at the ¡HOLA! and CPA tents. (Melanie Q./Staff) Agua frescas, bubble tea, mooncake, and school spirit—what else can you ask for? Adding to Alumni Weekend and the Viking Rampage, the Hispanic Outreach for Latino Awareness (¡HOLA!) and Chinese Parents Association (CPA) hosted a Fútbol Tailgate on Saturday, October 5, from 10:00 a.m.…

Dillan R. (Courtesy/Giuseppe P.) Tallying 69 points, the boys cross country team finished 2nd in the Central Buckeye League (CBL) on Saturday, October 5. The bright sun and sharp, wooded turns led to slower-than-usual times, but the boys raced well and placed high. Dane C. led the way, clocking in at 17:18.26 for 4th. Forty-four…

(Courtesy/XC athletes and @cravenjoephotos on Instagram) Amid constant rain and copious mud, the boys cross country team ran its most anticipated race of the year, Centerville Night Lights, on Saturday, September 28.  Despite most athletes running three minutes slower than their personal bests, Chris H. led the pack with a seventh-place finish, crossing in 18:52.6.…

(Courtesy/Isa E.) When Isa E. was younger, she wanted to be many things: an actress, artist, scientist, and writer. As a senior now, Isa’s involvement reflects her ambition. Along with being an Alumni Board Representative, Service Board Shaper, Yearbook Editor, co-founder of the Mandarin Club, co-president of the Columbus Academy Health Occupations of America chapter,…

Cross country seniors pose, grinning ear-to-ear. (Courtesy/Academy Communications Flickr) Marking the Class of 2025’s first Senior Night, the boys cross country team honored Xander H-VR., Matt T., and Alester X. on Wednesday, September 18. Academy welcomed Newark Catholic for a 2-mile dual meet, winning with 22 points to the Green Wave’s 33. Henry S. led…

Matt T. (Courtesy/XC Parents) Missing four of its top seven runners, the boys cross country team tallied 391 points, placing 17th of 17 at the Newark Invitational on Saturday, September 14.  Henry S. and Giuseppe P. led the pack in 52nd and 58th, with personal bests of 18:43.8 and 18:57.2, respectively. Graham A. finished 137th…

Alester X. sprints to finish. (Courtesy/XC Parents) Competing in the Division II race at the Watkins Memorial McGowan Invitational on Saturday, September 7, the boys cross country team achieved eight personal records and four season records. The 5000m-course around a shaded trail and weather in the high 60’s made for perfect racing conditions. Dane C.…

Dane C. (Courtesy/XC Parents) After a week of blazing temperatures and indoor practices, the boys cross country team raced at the Highland Flying Scots Invitational on Saturday, August 31. The boys finished sixth out of 14 teams, an improvement from 18th place a week ago.  Dane C. and Chris H. received medals, placing 8th and…

Taking photos, competing in sand volleyball, and playing cards. (Courtesy/Ridah A., Jacob B., and Senior Advisors)  Yes, you read the title right. The Class of 2025 spent its first day of school at Deer Creek State Park Lodge on Sunday, August 18. From engaging in group challenges to rooming with five other people, the overnight…