(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…

(Courtesy/The Kitchen) The Kitchen, located on 231 E. Livingston Avenue, is a participatory dining experience for family and friends that offers cooking competitions, chefs that cook for you, and public events. Weddings, parties, and corporate meetings maqy also be booked here.  The staff featured a “Sweethearts at the Studio” dinner party on February 14 from…

(Courtesy/Cindy Rubie) Boys basketball concluded its postseason run in a 60-47 loss to Worthington Christian in the District Finals, despite a 20-point outing by Jason S. It was the team’s second straight trip to the finals, finishing runners-up in both. This loss marks the end of an impressive season by the Vikes that saw them…

(Courtesy/Ceci. R.) Wrestlers Nina K. and Ceci R. competed at the Schottenstein Center at The Ohio State University on Friday through Sunday, March 8-10, in the OHSAA girls wrestling state championship. Nina earned a 3rd-place podium spot in the 135-pound weight class, and Ceci ended 4th in the 105-pound weight class. Academy finished 16th out…

Students enjoy the Iftar Dinner. (Courtesy/Zair H.) Observed by Muslims around the world, Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and a time for fasting, gathering with community, and self-reflection. Along with alms, prayer, declaration of faith, and pilgrimage, fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam. Ramadan observers refrain from eating…

(Sean J./Staff) Our choir and orchestra performed at the North Campus of the First Community Church in a combined presentation on Tuesday, March 5 at 7 p.m. First, the choir sang three songs, followed by two pieces from both choir and orchestra before four orchestra compositions. The evening’s theme was “Ode to the North,” with…

Student section cheering after a big basketball upset (Courtesy/Ralph S.) When it comes to supporting your friends in their sports, a simple “good job” or “nice shot” would make them smile. But showing up for one another may be the greatest gift of all. As a school that emphasizes “respect” in its “5 + 2”…

(Caroline M./Media) by Bittania T. On Monday, March 4, the current shapers of the Service Board voted for the new shapers, all of whom made good progress toward completing their off-campus hours and had approved Service proposals. They completed all of their events to meet the Service Board’s requirements. They will be expected to lead…

(Courtesy/Christy Bening) Three hundred people from 24 schools gathered together for the annual Ohio Junior Classical League’s (OJCL) annual convention held in Columbus on Saturday, March 9. Seniors Akshaj J. and Adi S. kicked off the weekend with a win at Roll Call, a 30-second skit to introduce each participating school/group. Junior Christina L. filled an…

Word search puzzles are part of my childhood. I found them everywhere: inside magazines in the doctor’s waiting room, on the backs of kids’ menus, and even class worksheets. But despite the initial thrill of a word treasure hunt, these brain teasers can quickly get old and repetitive. The New York Times reignited my interest…