(Staff photos) From decorating pumpkins to apples, making Valentine’s crafts to arranging shapes, we Seniors have gathered in the Dining Hall each month to enjoy the company of our beloved Kindergarten Buddies. Amid our busy school lives, these 45-minute periods are always welcomed moments of joy that bring out our inner children. Tuesday, April 8,…

(Courtesy/ @columbusacademyinstagram) On Tuesday, April 8, Academy Alumnus, Ryan Vessler’01, founder and CEO of clothing brand, Homage, came to speak to a group of over 100 students. Mr. Wuorinen, who taught Vessler when he was a student here, led the interview. The pair walked in wearing each other’s clothing, setting the upbeat tone for the…

  Last October, students in Ms. Carmichael’s class took on a hands-on project: building eight Leopold benches, which now serve as a thoughtful bridge among the school’s three divisions. Designed for observing and appreciating the outdoors, they are more than just places to sit as they are a symbol of connection, collaboration, and community. The…

(Courtesy/Mr. Fish) After hundreds of hours spent designing, building, and testing its robots, the robotics team traveled to Marion, Ohio, to compete in the National Robotics Challenge from Thursday, April 3, through Saturday, April 5. Under Mr. Devore’s guidance, the club sent 18 students to the competition, competing in a variety of events and winning…

Sophie L. dives into a “Spring of 2025” Cake. (Courtesy/Ridah A.) With a few weeks remaining for seniors, time is fleeting for grade-wide bonding, so they are making the most of it, hosting a Senior Picnic Potluck on Friday, April 5. Headed once again by Melanie Q, with last-minute help setting up from Kouros R.…

On Wednesday, April 9, the Service Board and the American Red Cross will host Academy’s final Blood Drive of the year in the Athletic Complex from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Donating takes only 25 minutes but saves three lives.  Shaper Miranda BY leads the blood drive and says, “As one of the Shapers who…

(Wikimedia) Wikimedia) The Men’s NCAA National Championship game is set as the final four round of March Madness wrapped up this past weekend, with the first matchup between the University Florida and the Auburn Tigers in a game that was back and forth throughout as the Tigers held a commanding lead going into halftime 46-38.…

Flickr  The PGA tour returned to San Antonio on April 3 – 6 for the Texas Valero Open. The players battled frigid temperatures and windy conditions on Sunday which made the already challenging golf course even more difficult. Brian Harman entering the final round held a three shot lead and shot a final round 75 to…

Mr. Bolognese, one of the top Math educators in the United States, has been honored with the 2021 Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching. Mr. Bolognese, or Mr. B. as he is warm-heartedly known to students, received the country’s most prestigious math and science award. First nominated in 2020, Mr. Bolognese has…

(Courtesy/Ms. FitzPatrick) On Wednesday, February 26, many student athletes in grades 9-11, including myself, gathered in the Trustees Room during Common Hour to learn about the college athletic recruiting process. The Athletics department and College Counseling partnered to host this event, which was the first student-focused meeting in a few years, as in recent years…