(Pixabay) For the third consecutive year, Columbus Academy proudly joins the Youth at the Booth (YAB) program, spearheaded by senior, Clara S., and ceramics teacher, Ms. Charity White. This year’s involvement is particularly exciting because it coincides with the presidential election, giving eligible individuals as young as 17 the chance to actively engage in the…

(Courtesy/Ms. Bening) On Friday, August 30, 2024, CA upper schoolers will transition from Service Day into the lively annual Club Fair in the afternoon. This event offers an exciting opportunity to discover the wide range of clubs available in the Upper School and join whatever catches the eye. It’s an important day for many clubs…

Seniors play beach volleyball on their overnight retreat. (Courtesy/ Riddah A.) On August 19, 2024, Columbus Academy’s Upper School began the new school year with tailored activities for each grade: freshmen bonded during Unity Day, sophomores committed to Service hours, juniors tackled high ropes courses at ZipZone, and seniors enjoyed an inaugural overnight retreat at…

(Pixabay) As summer draws near, Ms. Popelka launched her Summer Reading Program with 33 selections that were curated by faculty members, including mysteries and thrillers to works on business and leadership. Two of the most popular novels include Holly Jackson’s A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder and Phil Knight’s Shoe Dog.  In Jackson’s thriller, high…

(Pixablay) On Wednesday, April 10th, after the sophomores completed their practice ACT exam, the 10th graders had lunch and then gathered in the fireside for a mandatory grade meeting facilitated by an outside program: One Love. This foundation, established in honor of Yeardley Love, a University of Virginia student who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend…

(Courtesy/Melanie Q.) by Eesha T. Global Scholars, a club initiated in the fall with Mr. Mena’s assistance, aims to educate high schoolers about global interconnectedness and foster open-mindedness. The club follows the Global Scholars Diploma Program, which is supported by the Columbus Council on World Affairs, and educates high school students about global interconnectedness through…