• 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
CELEBRATE. Durbin is responsible for the largest social gathering to occur in Santa Cruz. When he returned from American Idol, a crowd of 30,000 people gathered. Called Durbin Day, this day is still the largest public gathering to occur in Durban’s hometown.

James Durbin

Sydney Weiss, Social Media Director
April 13, 2018
PREVENTION. Dr. Ami Klin has done considerable research with detecting autism markers among infants. He aims to lower the age of detection and improve access to early treatment. The goal is to improve outcomes for children with autism.

Dr. Ami Klin

Harsimran Makkad, Executive Web Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2018
SHOW YOUR TALENT. Gerald Franklin finds autism to be his asset, as it helps him create a website that people with special needs can find a job on. As the lead website developer, he allows those with special needs to post videos highlighting their skills. The website connects these potential employees with prospective employers.

Gerald Franklin

Allyson Bonhaus, Feature Chief
April 11, 2018
ACTIVIST. Daryl Hannah has paved the way for herself as an autistic activist, actor and producer. She is currently dating rock musician Neil Young.

Daryl Hannah

Sara Margolis, Staff Writer
April 10, 2018
AMAZING. Thomas A. McKean’s books were published in 1994 and 1996. He works to help others with disabilities. He wants to encourage many to go out of their comfort zones.

Thomas A. McKean

Claire Myers, Staff Writer
April 9, 2018
MUSICAL GENIUS. Savage has toured all over the world. He played in Jazz Festivals in Costa Rica, Spain, and Aruba. He even performed for the president of Singapore in Aruba.

Matt Savage

Maya Goldenberg, Staff Writer
April 6, 2018
Sam Leach currently works at Hilton Garden Inn in the kitchen. Despite working, Sam still has time to enjoy doing things he loves. “Sam’s perfect day includes a Diet Coke from McDonald’s and a trip to the beach,” said Ms. Carol Leach, Sam Leach’s mother.

TIP Intern

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
April 5, 2018
BONDING. Mrs. Emily Molina snaps a photo with one of her work study students, Logan Kaplan. Through this program students are connected to in and out of school opportunities. This allows students to take a step towards a possible career.

Molina transitions students into workforce

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
April 4, 2018
NEW PERSPECTIVE. Those on the spectrum are able to contribute in new ways to the workforce. Their thinking style allows individuals to think outside of the box and come up with great ideas to benefit their companies. Autism is seen as a strength in the workforce and beyond.

Autism enters the workforce

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
April 3, 2018
AWARENESS. April is Autism Awareness Month in the United States. This month we will be celebrating Autism through public figures and those in our community. This opportunity can be used to become more informed about Autism.

April calls for Autism Awareness

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
April 2, 2018
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