Super Bowl 50 is here. After two weeks of waiting, we’ll finally get to see the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers take the field.  But despite all the hype, these past two weeks weren’t dominated by Cam Newton vs. Peyton Manning storylines. In fact, the majority of the headlines involved the Detroit Lions and…

The debate team competed in districts on February 6th, hoping to earn a spot in states in its opening year. The paired debaters,  Caroline Anders’17 and Parker Graham’17, fulfilled this goal and will represent Academy’s first students at the state competition, held in Cincinnati in March. Districts were held at Gahanna Lincoln High School in…

Over the past year, oil prices have taken a nosedive, bringing many unintended side-effects along with it. A barrel of oil now costs just $48, less than half of what is was in the summer of 2014. This plummet has affected a variety of industries other than its own, and like every situation, there are…

For those that went to the dance, it’s clear that Winfo’s Winter Wonderland theme was a resounding success. With a seasonal backdrop, glimmering lights, games, refreshments, and even snow, the wintry scene in the athletic lobby withstood the unusually warm temperatures outside. Friends and couples alike danced the night away surrounded by the splendid decorations.

When I learned that the Middle School Musical, “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” was sold out for both nights, I prepared myself for an excellent show. But I didn’t prepare myself enough. Our school’s first-rate production far exceeded my expectations.

The Winter Formal Committee promised a Winter Wonderland themed event, and that is exactly what Columbus Academy students received. All eager dancegoers’ jaws hit the floor when they walked in to the Athletic Entrance and found a lodge, Santa’s sleigh, and hundreds of paper snowflakes hanging from above.

On Saturday, January 16, President Obama declared a state of emergency in Flint, Michigan. It was determined from comprehensive testing that the water in Flint was contaminated with dangerously high levels of lead, which is dangerous and has been known to cause learning disabilities in children and potentially fatal lead poisoning. Residents of Flint had…

Sweet-smelling facial scrubs. Attractive cleansers. When such products contain microbeads, buyer beware.These products are not as harmless as they look.

On Sunday, January 10, 55 students traveled to Washington, DC for the bi-annual band trip. With over 40 instruments, including six drums, we embarked on the 9-hour bus ride, that was followed by watching an intense and impactful performance of West Side Story at the Signature Theatre.

Academy’s 2016 Winter Blood Drive set a new record for the school’s donations. 34 donors were whole blood donations, and 3 were double red, which accounts for two donations. Academy’s 40 pints of blood surpassed last year’s winter record of 33.