(Vaanika J./Media) Audiences were transported to the magical palace of Agrabah with classic songs on January 27 and 28. Our middle school staged its annual musical: Aladdin Jr., directed by Whitney Eads and assistant director, Stacy Nockowitz. Meera S. played Princess Jasmine with elegance and poise while Wystan C. captured the lovable protagonist of Aladdin.…

Honoring Dr. King by walking “Miles for Martin” (Vaanika J/Media) All Academy divisions attended an assembly to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement on Friday, January 13. Our fourth and fifth-grade choirs began the event performing “This Little Light of Mine,” followed…

(Courtesy/Scott Dillon) Throughout his 19 years of unmatched dedication to our school’s theater department, Mr. Scott Dillion, better known as “Dill” to his students, has created elaborate set designs and directed numerous shows including The Miracle Worker, 12 Angry Jurors, last year’s The Dining Room and this year’s show, Little Women. His final show was…

As soon as you enter the newly opened Peach Cobbler Factory, its aroma of fruity dessert goodness envelopes you. The bright orange modern decor creates a fun environment, and you can add your name to the giant wall chalkboard as you wait to order. The Peach Cobbler Factory employees, a Black-owned company, are enthusiastic about…

(Courtesy/Marcus F.) The boys golf team placed second in the Division II state tournament at Ohio State’s Scarlet Course, falling short of capturing a sixth consecutive state title. After the first round on October 14, the Vikes scored 320, 11 points behind its opponent, Kettering Alter, which secured 309. The team had high hopes for…

(Courtesy Marcus F.) The boys golf team collected a 303 for the Division II District title on Wednesday, October 5. Stephen M. and Jack W. led with a 75, AJ B. followed with a 76, Arvind R. with a 77, and Matthew F. with 83.  After a busy tournament week, the boys competed in the…

(Courtesy/Marcus F.) In the first half of the sectionals tournament, the boys were victorious with a 314 at Denison Golf Club on Tuesday, September 27. Stephen M. led with a 74, Arvind R. with a 75, AJ B. with an 82, Jack W. with an 83, and Matthew F. with an 85  The boys competed…

(Courtesy/Casey C) On Friday, May 13, the cast of Mamma Mia returned to the stage after their final two performances were postponed due to an outbreak of Covid among the cast. After their first performance on Thursday, April 28, the cast members were riding high after a stellar first show, but soon after several cast…

      (Courtesy/Ethan K)   After two years of modified proms due to Covid, the Derby prom on Saturday, May 7, was a smashing success thanks to the hard work from the juniors on prom committee and  faculty advisors, Ms. Eden and Ms. Stout.  The popular $1.00 rose sale took place the week before the…

Mr. Wong addresses the audience before his final show. (Courtesy/Cindy Wilson) Mr. Wong’s final Academy orchestra concert took place in the Dining Hall on Wednesday, April 13. The orchestra performed “Habanera” by George Bizet, a modern rendition of “Fantasia” featuring Vernon W on viola, followed by  the advanced orchestra’s arrangement of Gershwin’s “American in Paris.”…