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The student voice of Sycamore High School in Cincinnati, Ohio

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The student voice of Sycamore High School in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Leaf

The student voice of Sycamore High School in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Leaf

VOLUNTEER. As we adapt to our current environment, many traditional volunteer opportunities are unavailable. Whether you’re searching for an activity to occupy your free time or an opportunity to give back in this time of crisis, this list features eight creative volunteer opportunities that you can get involved with right now.

8 Creative Volunteer Opportunities

Grace Zhang, Media Director
September 21, 2020
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?

Alternative options for making money during the coronavirus pandemic
Allison McElroy, Trends Chief
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

What will the draft look like? Who to watch?
Gabby Khodadad, Sports Broadcaster
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

Linya Guo, Arts and Entertainment Chief
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

Deeya Prakash, Staff Writer
April 26, 2019
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

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
April 30, 2018
Pereda strives for success

Pereda strives for success

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
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

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
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

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
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

Kirsten Thomas, Spotlight Chief
November 30, 2017
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