Emmanuel J. and Gabe D-R. exchange the baton. (Melanie Q./Staff) Boys track hosted its Senior Night on Hondros Field on Wednesday, April 26. The team recognized Gabe E., Jonathan H., Emmanuel J., Monish S., Kevin W., and Max Z. and the team’s 67.5 to Bishop Watterson’s 56.5.  Elliot S. ran to first in both the…

(Courtesy CA_boystennis) Boys tennis delivered again this week with a 5-0 win against Dublin Coffman on April 26. Saagar A. dominated with two perfect 6-0 sweeps. The doubles of Nason L. and Rowen L. won in 6-3, 6-2 sets. Away on April 29 at the Lakewood Racquet Club for the Lexington Tournament, the Vikes played…

Students gather in the museum. (Ethan K.) The 2023 prom was a smashing success due to the hard work of the junior prom committee led by Ms. Stout. The committee secured the highly sought-after Veterans Memorial and Museum venue in early August for its picturesque rooftop with a sunset view and convenient downtown location. Open…

Eesha T., Alaina D., Maria M., and Abbey Z. (Abbey Z./Staff) National History Day (NHD) is an annual contest for students to research a historical event under a given theme and to create a project about it. Project options include documentaries, exhibits, performances, papers, and websites, either individually or collaboratively. In addition, each person writes…

Canidate Justin A., Milana B., and Arya C. relax with current Service president, Emily M. and VP, Lia H. (Courtesy/Ms. Bening) In spite of the unusually warm weather on Friday April 21, Service Board members convened inside the theater during our activity block to attend the president Meet and Greet. Moderated by current SB president, Emily…

Alexis C., Grace H., Sophie L., Clara S., Colin H., and Emma S. (Courtesy/Colin H.) Academy’s JSA (Junior State of America) chapter traveled to Columbus’s Sheraton Hotel on April 15 and 16 for its annual Spring State as part of the Ohio River Valley (ORV) region. JSA bears many similarities to Model UN, according to…

(Courtesy/Dr. Ritter) The seniors’ final Common Hour took place on Wednesday, April 19. Students were offered a variety of activities that they could participate in. Ms. Frickel and Mr. Arndt offered a Test Taking Tips session in the library to help underclassmen. Outside, students could attend the Poetry Slam, play volleyball, or just relax in…

Steppin’ out with Ms. Fitz. (Tiko B.)    On Wednesday, April 19, during the advisory period, the Prom Committee hosted a “Trashin’ Fashin’” activity to raise excitement for the upcoming Met Gala-themed prom. The contest challenged advisories to use everyday materials to create unique outfits in just 15 minutes. At 10:25 a.m., students and advisors…

Matthew and Sean are much amused. (Lance H.) On April 10, students and faculty watched Mr. Feinberg’s annual bot competition unfold in the Dining Hall. Every year, Feinberg’s Honors Computer Science 2 & 3 students work on a code which they compete in a bot competition. This healthy match creates discussion in the halls, as…

(Lance H.) Academy welcomed psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour, a New York Times bestselling author and contributor to CBS News, to discuss mental health and how to manage stress over a two-day visit involving parents, faculty, and students, beginning on April 7. Damour said the happiness and good feelings that we often associate with mental well-being…