• 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

Senior Leah Brod gets instruction from Mr. Ron Hochstrasser on how to recycle bottles in plastic bags. The Environmental Club controls school recycling, composting and also participates in events like the annual Envirothon. It meets every Thursday after school to recycle.

Photo of the Day – September 18, 2014

September 18, 2014

Senior Leah Brod gets instruction from Mr. Ron Hochstrasser on how to recycle bottles in plastic bags. The Environmental Club controls school recycling, composting and also participates in events like...

Mrs. Marnie Mays first bell class participates in mock debates. While freshmen have little experience with debates, sophomores have debates in a more official setting. Senior AP Literature help judge the finals, so almost every grade experiences debates in some way.

Photo of the Day – September 17, 2014

September 17, 2014

Mrs. Marnie May's first bell class participates in mock debates. While freshmen have little experience with debates, sophomores have debates in a more official setting. Senior AP Literature help judge...

A crowd composed mainly of juniors waits to hear details about National Honor Society.  The program is for high-achieving upperclassmen and a set of criteria must be met to be accepted. This includes a high GPA, extracurricular activities and volunteer hours.

Photo of the Day – September 16, 2014

September 16, 2014

A crowd composed mainly of juniors waits to hear details about National Honor Society.  The program is for high-achieving upperclassmen and a set of criteria must be met to be accepted. This includes...

A group of students led by senior Eli Seidman Deutsch form a Jewish Student Union. The club plans to revolve around traditional Jewish activities. It will be all-encompassing for members of the Jewish community and those who are not.

Photo of the Day – September 15, 2014

September 15, 2014

A group of students led by senior Eli Seidman Deutsch form a Jewish Student Union. The club plans to revolve around traditional Jewish activities. It will be all-encompassing for members of the Jewish...

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.

Photo of the Day – September 9, 2014

September 8, 2014

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...

A very vital part to a speedy recovery is to free yourself from stress. Most students feel a lot of stress which hinders their healing time. People should try to avoid any common injuries. Photo Courtesy of Astrid Cabello.

Careful students stopping injuries

Caroline Gao June 3, 2014

While running toward the ball or sprinting to the finish line, the last thing you want is an injury stopping you from success. As most of us become more active in the summer and fall, we run the risk...

The iPhone 5S features a fingerprint sensor and is the most powerful iPhone to date. The phone comes in the colors gray, white, or gold. You can buy it at your local Apple store. Image Credit by Max Fritzhand.

Rumor of new iPhone

Max Fritzhand June 2, 2014

Since the sales were disappointing on the iPhone 5C, Apple will likely ditch the 5C from their stores and add possibly a new iPhone. Simple features like a bigger display and better resolution. “I...

Tips for taking Scantron tests

Tips for taking Scantron tests

Madeline Marsh June 2, 2014

Identify what is being asked and predict the correct answer based on understanding. Compare the answer to the other available choices, and understand what you need to know in order to best answer the...

Many sophomores celebrated the end of the debates. After watching the finals, all the sophomores came out to the field and near the tennis courts . There was ice cream for everyone and on the field there were all types of balls and games for people to play with. Photo courtesy of Jordan Baker.

All fun, games after debates

Jordan Baker June 2, 2014

May 27 was the All Star debate finals. It was held in the auditorium during fifth and sixth bell.  The topic was the same topic it has been throughout the sophomore debate.  The All Star debate...

Get Out Cincinnati marches in the Blue Ash Memorial Day parade. They spread the word to local elementary and junior high kids, informing them about the upcoming event.  They have been working very hard and are excited to see how everything turns out. Photo courtesy of Liz Dufour.

Community organizations reach local students

Isaac Goldstein June 2, 2014

Local outreach projects cross the Greater Cincinnati area, whose goals are to get kids exposed to outdoor activity in nature. Lack of outdoor activity is a big issue for kids, and many do not realize...

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