• 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

College Board released one practice test of the new format. It was the first glimpse of the new version, content, and scoring method. The math portion had two sections: calculator portion and non-calculator portion.

New PSAT format redesigns scoring and content

Amy Deng, Feature Chief October 28, 2015

The PSAT is an important step for preparing for the SAT. It also qualifies students for National Merit distinctions and scholarships. All students who signed up to take the PSAT tested on Wednesday, Oct....

Pakistani people transfer an injured man to a hospital after a severe earthquake on Oct. 26, 2015 in northwest Pakistan's Peshawar. At least 100 people were killed and over 400 others injured when an earthquake measuring 8.1 at Richter Scale hit Pakistan on Monday, local media and met office said. (Ahmad Sidique/Xinhua/Zuma Press/TNS)

Earthquake trembles Afghanistan, Pakistan, Northern India

Eshika Kohli, Staff Writer October 28, 2015

On Mon. Oct. 26, disaster struck at a magnitude of 7.5 in Asia. The earthquake was most severe in north-eastern Afghanistan and Pakistan. Some tremors were also felt in Northern India and Tajikistan. The...

The past few years, marijuana legalization has been an extremely hot topic. With states like Colorado and California fully legalizing pot, many states are eager to follow. The problem is how to do it in such a way that it is fair to everyone.

O-hi-no

Max Torem, staff writer October 28, 2015

Yesterday in Ohio Issue 3 was voted on to decide whether or not to legalize marijuana in Ohio. After tallying up all of the votes, it has been determined that issue 3 will not pass. Although most (52%)...

Selena Gomez announced that she has lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that attacks the body’s tissues. Gomez plans on promoting her new album “Revival.

Selena Gomez diagnosed with lupus

Calliope Osborn, Staff Writer October 27, 2015

Former child star and now singer and actress Selena Gomez explained that her break from Hollywood was caused by treatment for the autoimmune disease called lupus. Gomez said to CNN, “I was diagnosed...

These are just a few of the thousands who have risen in protest to Palmer’s escape from trouble. The decision has been made, but it is clear that people are pushing for change in the way animal hunting is judged. Palmer was forced to temporarily close down his dental practice.

American outrage

Yasmine Guedira, Staff Writer October 27, 2015

America rose in protest over the court decision to not prosecute Walter Palmer, the US dentist who is better know as the killer of Cecil the Lion. Cecil the Lion was a major tourist attraction in Hwange...

Halloween is a tradition for everyone, but senior Halloween is one that SHS has claimed their own.  The seniors get a chance to dress up in their favorite costumes and walk around to shock, humor, or scare the other students throughout the day.  This year, senior Halloween will be on October 30.

Spooky spendings The high price for Halloween went down this year

Sydney Weiss, staff writer October 27, 2015

  Utter the words “spooky” or “costumes” to students at SHS, and the next word that comes to their mind will most likely be Halloween. Halloween has been a tradition commonly known for...

In the center of the Hub there is a semi circle couch.
Other couches and tables are scattered around with 
the conference rooms in the two back corners. A front
desk is placed at the entrance where students check in 
before entering.

Helpful or Hurtful

Sydney Weiss, Staff Writer October 27, 2015

What used to be the IMC underwent remodeling and is now named The Hub. The Hub consists of conference rooms, cubicles tables, and pods with seats and desks around the perimeter. Sophomore Kate McNamara-Marsland...

Russia has launched its first pinpoint air strikes against eight Islamic State targets on Sept. 30, 2015 in Syria. Attack jets have hit arms depots, combat vehicles, command and communication centres. All the targets were struck. In the mountainous area, ISIS command point and operations centre were completely destroyed. Video screen grab.  (TASS/Zuma Press/TNS)

Russia, US, avoiding each other in Syria skies

Jenna Bao, Associate Editor October 27, 2015

Turmoil in Syria for the past four years has attracted large amounts of attention. The rebel group IS, or ISIS, caused concerns last year with the beheading of American journalists. Even more recently,...

TSA screenings are done at almost all official airports in the United States. These screenings have proved to be ineffective in finding bombs and weapons.  Money utilized for this old tradition may be better off used for other things such as criminal investigation.

Security measures in airports fail

Hajime Minoguchi, Staff Writer October 26, 2015

It is taboo to complain about taking off shoes, removing metal items into the bin, and separating liquids in plastic bags during airport screenings because people believe that they provide protection;...

One of the most popular attractions is the Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. The locations are in Japan, Hollywood, Orlando, and Singapore. They feature nine haunted houses based off of movies, this year the themes are: Insidious, The Purge, The Walking Dead, Freddy vs. Jason, Body Collectors, Run, Monsters and Mayhem, Asylum in Wonderland 3D, and An American Werewolf in London.

Halloween haunts: a night of scares

Amy Deng, Feature Chief October 25, 2015

For some people, a night of horror is more trick than treat. During the month of October, haunts are one of the most popular attractions. Sophomore Jiin Woo said, “I like Halloween haunts because...

A traditionally conservative state, Ohio will see Issue 3 on the ballot this November. If the issue passes, Ohio will become the first state to legalize marijuana without legalize it first for only medical purposes. However, the it has sparked heated debate.

Ohio debates passage of Issue 3

Anna Zhou, Executive Managing Editor October 21, 2015

As election day nears, one issue in particular has Ohioans caught up in a heated debate: Issue 3. If Issue 3, which is set to appear on the ballot in early November, passes, Ohio would become the first...

Jets from the Breitling Jet Team, made up of seven L-39C Albatros aircraft, fly over Gary, Ind., on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2015, amid practice for the Chicago Air and Water Show. (Antonio Perez/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

US Airways takes last flight

Eshika Kohli, Staff Writer October 17, 2015

On Fri. Oct. 16, 2015, one of the major merger airlines departed from Charlotte-Douglas International Airport for the last time. The end to the US Airways brand set the final step for the American Airlines...

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