• 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

Contrary to popular belief, dieting doesnt have to mean starving yourself. A healthy dieting plan can include things like green tea and energy bars, followed by protein heavy meals and  exercise. Any and every student can become healthier through dieting.

Everyone should be dieting

Brenda Shen September 18, 2014

Along with feminism, Obamacare and affirmative action, dieting is another topic that hauls heavy misconceptions and stereotypes. Dieting is defined as the regulation of food, especially in order to...

The average student has to make a big choice when it comes to buying a smartphone. Whether you go for Apple, Samsung, LG or some other competitor, your phone should equip you with the tools necessary to succeed. This can include social media, useful apps and even ways to stay on top of your homework.

Smart ways to choose your smartphone

Taylor Close September 18, 2014

With all of the hype about the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, and smartphones becoming more popular in schools all around the country including our own, it may be overwhelming trying to choose the best pick...

The Japanese Club opens its first meeting with a discussion between board members senior Daria Beniash and senior William Hobart. The club meets in Mr. Wesley Tootle‘s room every Monday after school to participate in Japanese culture-themed activities. Clubs cover a variety of topics, including cultures, the arts, athletics and more.

Make new friends while doing what you love

September 18, 2014

In high school, sometimes it can be hard to make friends or fit in, especially if you are new. Although the first few weeks may be hard, it is easy to find a group of people who share common interests...

Students feel the need to dress in layers even whether the sun shines outside due to cold temperatures inside the school. Things that are easy to take off, like sweatshirts and jackets, are a must. The warm classrooms require a slight change of clothes during the school day.

Seriously, why is our school so cold?

Brooke Landrum September 17, 2014

I know that when most of us walked in the doors this morning, many of us were thinking ‘oh my goodness, why is it so cold in here?’ I know personally I wonder how I walked so quickly from Cincinnati:...

Molly Gearin, 11, vaults over seven feet at the Greater Miami Conference Championships. She and I have been pole vaulting teammates since our eighth grade year- the year the pole vaulting program was brought back to SJHS. Fear in competition is a constant obstacle to overcome. It is the mental and emotional strength of the individual that pushes the fear aside to achieve success.
Photo courtesy of McDaniel’s Photography.

Fear is only false evidence against reality

Victoria Swart June 2, 2014

Spring track has transitioned into its post season, with the most recent competition of the District Championships at Mason High School May 21 and 23, in which the boys placed second overall. I...

Are summer jobs still worth the hassle?

Are summer jobs still worth the hassle?

Elijah Zawatsky June 2, 2014

Relaxing, vacationing, and partying… these are just a few of the many things associated with summer vacation. But with the end of school less than two weeks away, many students are considering another...

Deciding on future plans too early

Deciding on future plans too early

Taylor Evans June 2, 2014

The fact that students have to decide what they want to do for the rest of their life so young has always and continues to be, confusing. As a teenager, we are stuck between the transition from...

Growing pains and gains

Growing pains and gains

Madeline Marsh May 29, 2014

Life is full of surprises. Never heard that before, have you? However, it is very true. Some days seem endless. Then you look back and wonder where the time has gone. It is a strange feeling. It...

End of year grind; students must fight through final school weeks

End of year grind; students must fight through final school weeks

Elijah Zawatsky May 16, 2014

There is a point toward the end of the school year where everyone catches ‘summer fever’. For some, it might be the day after school lets out. For others, it might be 4 weeks before finals. Either...

Red sky: With high pollution in cities, people may no longer be seeing stars

Red sky: With high pollution in cities, people may no longer be seeing stars

Eli Zawatsky April 17, 2014

About  a week ago, while driving home at night from a wedding, I looked up and thought to my myself, “Why is the sky…pink?” This is a question many people who have been living in big cities...

Sports are ingrained in the culture of America. They are prevalent especially in the lives of High School students. They offer many benefits, such as stress relief and core values. Photo courtesy of McDaniel’s Photography

School sports positively affect students

Eli Zawatsky April 13, 2014

Organized sports have been a part of American culture since the New York Knickerbocker’s baseball team was established in the 1840’s. This team of doctors, lawyers, and other professionals marked...

Over time, parents have become incredibly involved in the success of their children participating in youth sports. With possible college scholarships and bragging rights in the future, some parents have begun to push their children too hard. These parents have lost sight of what is really important to the kids, and have forgotten that their children can take away more than just trophies from their experiences in youth athletics.

Trophies: Intensity in youth sports reaches all time high

Lauren Saxon April 11, 2014

A seven year old girl is playing in one of her first little league soccer games.  She’s better than most of the girls her age, and dribbles up the field with surprising speed and tenacity. With the...

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