• No School - Spring Break - Mar.14 - Mar.18
  • No School - Spring Vacation Day - April 15
  • HS Theatre Spring Show - April 8-9
  • End of 3rd Quarter - Mar. 31
  • HS One Act Plays- April 13 at 7pm
  • No School - Prof. Development Day - April 25
The student voice of Sycamore High School in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Leaf

The student voice of Sycamore High School in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Leaf

The student voice of Sycamore High School in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Leaf

The orchestra is intently performing. This event is not open to public. However the same selections will be performed on Pancake Day.

Orchestra receives a Superior Rating

Rujula Kapoor March 1, 2014

This group recently completed performing at the State orchestra adjudicated event at Kettering, Ohio on Friday, Feb. 28. The three pieces they competed were “Short Overture” “Overture...

The orchestra is intently performing. This event is not open to public. However the same selections will be performed on Pancake Day.

Sycamore Pancake Day

Rujula Kapoor February 28, 2014

Pancake Day is an annual event. This year it takes place on March 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is the the largest fundraiser of the Sycamore Schools Band and Orchestra programs. “I love Pancakes...

‘New’ proves to be new

Hannah Frey February 25, 2014

Paul McCartney came out with his album “New” in October of 2013. This album was named properly because the songs reflected his new life. One song that strayed apart from that trend was “Early...

Bruno Mars opening up the half time at the Super Bowl was a bold move. At only 29 he was the main performer. Even though not everyone liked the performance it was still a huge step in his career. Photo curtsey of MTC photo.

Super Bowl half-time performance in review

Hannah Frey February 23, 2014

Even if the game disappointed many people the, Super Bowl half time performance did not. Acts that were performed included: Bruno Mars The Red Hot Chili Peppers Mars was the main attraction...

Flappy Bird knockoffs take over App Store

Flappy Bird knockoffs take over App Store

Alex Wittenbaum February 21, 2014

After students at SHS and around the world had become addicted to the hit game, Flappy Bird, its creator took it off the App Store. This gave the idea to many game developers around the world to make...

Top 10 Reasons Why Country Music is so Popular

Amy Deng February 21, 2014

10. The songs are simple. You only have to know four chords to be able to play most country songs on guitar. Some of the more difficult ones contain five chords throughout the entire song though. “I...

Come one, come all to Cabaret

Maddie Marsh February 18, 2014

Cabaret is here again.  This year it is to be held in the Commons on Feb. 22 at 7:00 p.m. Cabaret is a place for singers to show their talent in a peaceful, low-stress atmosphere. “The auditions this...

Bieber’s latest and last album impresses people by his new twist to music. His announcement on retirement has saddened many fans. His recent arrest has also brought a lot of controversy.
Photo Courtesy: MCT Photo

‘Journals’ by Justin Bieber album review

Amy Deng February 16, 2014

In Justin Bieber’s newest album, “Journals,” each track was released separately, each one week after the other. Together, his new album is much more adult sounding than his previous works. The...

In a recent study it was revealed that only 47% of people watch the Super Bowl for the game itself.  25.8% of people watch just for the commercials alone.  With the Super Bowl constantly being the most watched event of the year, this begs the question of what really draws in the viewers. Photo courtesy of Ben Cohen.

Super Bowl ads: The good, the sad, and the ugly

Ben Cohen February 16, 2014

Commercials tend to be the most exciting part of the Super Bowl. Unlike two opposing teams in the game, commercials can be universally acclaimed or hated. The ads, much like the game itself, were...

The album cover lives up to its title as it features a gorilla up against a retro jukebox, and seemingly amazed at the newfound machine. The album has brought mixed reactions from fans. It shows Mars’ New Wave, Rock, Soul, and R&B influences.
Photo Courtesy: MCT Photo

‘Unorthodox Jukebox’ by Bruno Mars album review

Amy Deng February 15, 2014

This album may have been released a time ago on December 11, 2012, but it is still up on the top charts with its 10 near perfect songs. The 28-year-old Hawaiian singer has been featured on smash...

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