ArtsMania, the biannual celebration of the fine arts, was held on Wednesday, February 17. The promise of a day filled with only arts was exciting to both ninth-graders, who had never experienced it before, and to the rest of the upper school who has had a great time in years past.

On Monday, February 22, a group of students will perform a stepping routine for the Black History Month assembly. Stepping is a form of dance using the hands and feet to make music and is a unique aspect of African American culture.

Fifteen years ago, Venus Williams took the world by storm when she entered the pro tour, beads swinging from her hair and a swagger in her step. Williams was an African-American from Compton, California, a stark contrast to a sport dominated by wealthy whites.

As a result of Academy’s exemplary entry in the skit competition at the Ohio Junior Classical League (OJCL), the Latin V students will perform at the Latin Convention this year, an honor reserved for the top three skit entries in the state.

A dangerous mosquito-transmitted virus that has already spread over all of  South America, Central America, the Caribbean is making its way into North America through Mexico. The Zika virus is the latest global epidemic that has terrorized millions. The Zika virus’ symptoms include headaches, pinkeye, and a mild fever, all of which might not sound…

  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.