On Saturday, April 18, Academy’s National History Day club had one of its best years yet at the Ohio State competition, with two students qualifying for the national competition and one receiving a special award.  National History Day is a nationwide program that involves middle and high schoolers in researching a historical topic based on…

(Eesha T./Staff) Culminating three years in the Global Scholars Diploma, my fellow Global Scholars (Year 3’s and Year 1’s), and I traveled to Otterbein University on April 16, to present our Take Action Projects. For the past three years, Aashi V., Bella L., Diya S., Lynn Y., Maddie E., Max B., Meera S., and Melody…

Pixabay Whether they are wireless earbuds, over-ear noise-cancelling sets, or classic wired headphones, these devices have become a constant presence in many students’ daily lives, as researchers continue to question whether headphones enhance our lives or isolate us from the world. A study cited in the National Center for Biotechnology Information found that around 80%…

(Wikimedia) Here’s a look at what’s been happening in the sports world. Rory McIlroy finally got over that major slump and has now won back-to-back at Augusta. McIlroy led all four days of the tournament, though world #1 Scottie Scheffler gave him a run for his money over the weekend, going bogey-free on both Saturday…

(academyvikingsinstagram) The girls lacrosse team competed in three matchups this week, winning handily in each of them, improving their record to 3-2 for the season and outscoring their opponents 49-8. On Tuesday, April 7, the squad hosted the Wellington Jaguars, where they were dominant in a 16-1 victory. Goal scorers included Camille B., Lexi F.,…

Stephanie L./Staff The theme was no accident. “We all read The Great Gatsby as required reading sophomore year,” said junior Student Council member Jiaqi Li, “And after seeing the venue with fountains and on the second floor, we realized it fit super well.” The waterfront setting gave students a picturesque backdrop for photos, with the…

Charlie R. (courtesy @academyvikingsoninstagram ) On Tuesday, April 14, the boys lacrosse team traveled to Granville for its first matchup of the week. Both teams came out strong as Academy tallied two goals while Granville captured one. The Vikings gained momentum in the second quarter, sneaking in three more goals and holding the Aces to zero.…

Courtesy (@academyvikings) Instagram (academyvikingsinstagram) On Monday, April 13, the Vikes faced the Whitehall Rams for the second time this year. This game went about as expected for the Vikes as they easily took care of the Rams by a score of 23-2. This completed the regular season sweep of Whitehall for the Vikes, winning the…

(Via academyvikings instagram) Girls lacrosse team captured a 17-1 victory over the Barons at home on Tuesday, April 14, with goals from Camille B., Lexi F., Caroline M., Katie N., Lila P., Bebe S., Kendal S., and Katie W., improving its record to 6-2. The team’s away game on Saturday, April 18, against the Indian…

Jackson A. (Courtesy/@academyvikings Instagram) Following a week of five matches, the tennis Vikes showed resilience against a mix of tough opponents, finishing with a 2-3 record. The week opened on Monday, April 13, with a 3-2 victory over Dublin Coffman. The Vikes picked up key singles wins from Arjun S. at second singles, who dominated…