Spotlight – The Leaf

AP Exams, May 11- May 22
Last day of school, May 15

Senior Paul Whaley, an employee at Jet’s Pizza, is one of many people who have continued to work during the COVID-19 pandemic at essential businesses. Applying for a job at an essential business is one alternative way for teens who have lost a different job due to the coronavirus to make money. Whaley explained how his job has changed significantly since the pandemic began, since the restaurant has “switched to curbside pickup to minimize contact for everyone...allowed for customers to choose a contactless delivery option, [and] we all have to be wearing masks and gloves.”

COVID-19 cancelled your summer job—now what?

May 20, 2020

With sports no longer taking place as of right now, one thing is for sure—the NFL draft will still happen on April 25th.

What to know for the NFL draft

April 16, 2020

CAPTION: FAKE NEWS. As social media progresses and expands, teenagers are more exposed to fake news than ever. And in the current COVID-19 era, this could mean a lot of trouble.

Keeping up with the coronavirus

April 12, 2020

REPRESENT. Among the new Student Council delegates, two of them are members of our very own journalism program. Junior Lydia Masset (left) and sophomore Maddie Suh (right) are grateful and honored to selected, and hope to develop their leadership skills in order to ensure a greater SHS. In addition, previously covered freshman Katie Mott (not pictured) has also been selected to represent the sophomore class next year. “I am honestly super excited and relieved that I got elected,” Mott said.

The Leaf represents

April 26, 2019

BROTHERLY LOVE. Twins and recent SHS graduates Alex and Grayson Thornberry take a walk on the campus of the University of Cincinnati, where Grayson Thornberry had just moved into a dorm room for his freshman year. Though both brothers will be heading to college this year, they will be separated by hundreds of miles and leave behind two dogs and two parents.

Students say ‘farewell’ to college-bound siblings

August 23, 2018

SNAPSHOT. Tsao stops to take a photo on his trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes, located in Michigan. Tsao was trying to capture the beautiful sunset. When traveling, Tsao enjoys capturing photos of what he sees along the way. Photos courtesy of Herrick Tsao.

Tsao takes on globe

April 30, 2018

Hernandez Baquero prepares for future

Hernandez Baquero prepares for future

March 22, 2018

Pereda strives for success

Pereda strives for success

March 6, 2018

PASSION. Swart’s love of music shines through in his senior photos. Music has been important to Swart throughout his life. Swart plans to continue music in his future.

Music sparks Swart’s passion

February 7, 2018

HERE TODAY. Hlawn’s past is a part of her story, and in a way it has shaped who she is today by gaining life lessons. Her youth was characterized by global experiences. Hlawn has attended Sycamore Schools for nearly a decade now.

Hlawn overcomes international troubles

December 20, 2017

GROWTH. The Robotics Team formed last year. The 2016-2017 team members are pictured above. The team has grown in size since last year. The team is hoping to expand more next year as well.

Pelberg leads Robotics Team

November 30, 2017

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FRIENDSHIP. The mission trip focused on all children. Bonds are made between everyone involved. Without U4U, these friendships would not be possible.

ALWAYS IMPROVING. Upon returning home, students work to improve the lives of those in Uganda. This is referred to as a “reverse mission trip.” The help provided would not be as beneficial without this trip.

ALL SMILES. Stover holds one of the children she met on her trip. During her time there, Stover spent time with multiple kids, not just ones she sponsored or had previous connections with. The goal is to come home and make changes in Uganda in regards to the trip.

Stover leads Unified for Uganda

November 11, 2017

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