Stephanie L./Staff Academy commemorated Veterans Day with a heartfelt morning of reflection and gratitude across our campus. The ceremony began with the toll of the school bell atop Morris Hall in a total of 506 times–one for each of Academy’s 501 alumni, as well as the five faculty members who have served or are currently…

(Courtesy/Mr. Compton) (Courtesy/Mr. Compton) Academy hosted the annual Fall Model United Nations Conference on November 9, with students  engaging in diplomacy, debate, and critical problem-solving. Addressed during the conference was the topic of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking. In Model UN, students act as international diplomats attempting to solve various international matters. “We literally simulate…

(Courtesy/Ms. Kurth) On November 5, seven members of Academy’s Environmental Club, accompanied by Upper School biology and environmental science teacher, Emma Kurth, attended the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Teen Eco Summit. Our group had the opportunity to brainstorm a 2025 Conservation Action Plan which students later implemented within their schools or in local communities to…

On October 31, senior Lynn Y. spoke to our first-year Global Scholars to share her transformative experience when studying in Morocco through a U.S. State Department scholarship program, which is dedicated to educating students to become globally aware leaders. Global Scholars highlight the significant value of international experiences and cultural immersion.  Lynn’s presentation focused on…

(Courtesy/Ms. Bening & Ela K.) (Courtesy/Ms. Bening) Hosting its annual Night-In, an evening dedicated to organizing and packaging food donations for local families in need, Service Board worked with over 30 students and several faculty members in the  Barton Room and its lobby for an evening of teamwork and service on Thursday, November 6, from…

(Courtesy/Pixbyay)  Several students have already begun their Global Online Academy courses, an ongoing program established in 2014, that offers students a range of classes that are featured beyond the traditional school day. GOA offers interactive learning opportunities on a competency-based learning model. GOA allows students to explore niche subjects and to collaborate with students worldwide.…

(Courtesy/ Dr. Jacky) CASA, our Hispanic and Latino cultural affinity group hosted an ofrenda (an offering) display outside of Morris Hall in honor of Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, a Mexican and Latin American celebration dedicated to honoring those who family member who have passed away and whose spirits return to…

Stephanie L./Staff On Thursday, October 24, at 10:15 a.m., the Lazarus Courtyard came alive with cheers and racing shopping carts as the Service Board hosted its first-ever Ca Ditarod, which brought together students from across upper-school grade levels for a fun, service-themed competition aimed at raising excitement for the school’s annual “Kids 4 Kids” food…

(Courtesy/Seniors advisors) and Caroline M./Staff On Tuesday, October 21, the seniors and their kindergarten buddies gathered in the Dining Hall and paired off to decorate pumpkins, with abundance of supplies, including feathers, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, pom-poms, stickers, beads, sharpies, gems, and glue to piece them altogether.  Laughter and conversation filled the room as everyone…

Touchdown Henry C. (Courtesy/Will Bundy) On October 23,  the first-ever co-ed football intramural games began with teams Bbbbbbbbb  BRIANNNNNN, Ellie and Abby Rule, No Fly Zone, ROYGBIV pt.2 , Recess Warriors, Stinky Crockpot, The Cranes, The Water Boys ready to compete. Classmates assembled in teams of seven, drafted playbooks, practiced on Lazarus Courtyard, and even…