• 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

    SAFETY! Security cameras are very good systems for security usage. However, they are not monitored all the time. The camera can be use of proof but cannot be used to prevent an occurring event at that point. Photo Courtesy of: Peter Sung

Students suggest security increases

David Sung, Staff Writer February 27, 2017

SHS may be one of the safest schools to attend. However others may disagree, as the security at our school may not be what students expect it to be. Many may argue that security cameras will not be...

SNAP! The counselors very useful in the development of new students. They are also helpful in determining classes for students the next year. Counselors are a very good tool for students to use. Photo courtesy of: MCT Photo.

Counselors guide students

Alex Karev, Opinion Chief February 25, 2017

Although the guidance counselor’s office can seem like a scary place, it really is not. The guidance counselor can actually be very helpful and nice, as long as you behave. New students are usually...

Ray Bradbury is one of the earliest famous people to criticize our overuse of technology. This theme is prominent through many of his works, including “Fahrenheit 451,” a novel which is read by freshmen at SHS. Dependence on technology can reflect the future which Bradbury predicted in his novels.

February 2017 Staff Editorial: Overcoming technology addiction by increasing human interaction

February 20, 2017

Our generation has become synonymous with technology. Whether it is smart phones, smart watches or computers, we spend the most time interacting with technology. Our daily lives are so intertwined with...

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is hoisting his fifth Lombardi trophy of his career on Sun., Feb. 5. He led the Patriots into an incredible second half comeback after being down 3-28 and winning 34-28 in overtime. The Patriots’ victory will go down in history but also ended the rocky NFL season on high note.

Why Super Bowl LI might have saved NFL season

Lauren Kurtzer, Creative Projects Director February 17, 2017

The National Football League (NFL) began their 2016-17 season with controversy and outrage when former quarterback star Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the National Anthem. It sparked outrage, and...

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady speaks to the media during Super Bowl LI Media Night. While he is in the spotlight for this seventh Super Bowl appearance and the Deflategate drama, he should also be supporting his friend and now president Donald Trump. This does not just go for the star player but should be for all NFL players since they have the platform of millions.

Tackling political issues in NFL

Lauren Kurtzer, Creative Projects Director February 3, 2017

It is the biggest sporting event every year in terms of viewership and magnitude. The Super Bowl brings all eyes on the National Football League (NFL), the teams, owners, players and really anyone associated...

January 2017 Columns: Gun control, Super Bowl, LeBron James

January 2017 Columns: Gun control, Super Bowl, LeBron James

Max Torem, Lauren Kurtzer, and Joshua Patterson January 27, 2017

OPINION: Just a few weeks ago, 2015 SHS graduate Trey Gentry decided to enter the Smashburger on Cornell Road and shoot an employee named Josh Abbott. Abbott was shot twice, and one of the bullets...

FAKE. The Onion is a classic example of a fake news website, although it is purposefully satiric. Fake news is meant to look like real news but actually contains untrue information. This was a major issue throughout the 2016 election, with even President Donald Trump citing certain articles as fake. It has become polarizing among social media platforms.

January 2017 Staff Editorial: The importance of being truthful in media

January 25, 2017

In America, freedom of the press is a fundamental right. There is a reason that it is in the First Amendment of our Constitution. It allows citizens and voters to have access to all of the facts, instead...

Family helps make a difference

Family helps make a difference

Maddi Saunders, Staff Writer January 24, 2017

What is more important? Family time? Or free time? If I had to chose, I would say family time. In my house, family is an important aspect of life and a big influence on relationships with your family members. When...

SALT. A neighborhood friend reacts to the snow. Although this is not the most environmentally friendly way to clear the sidewalk, it gets the job done. The challenge to find better methods has been increasingly emphasized, and the right to a safe drive or walk is most definitely not being forfeited.
Photo by: MCT Photo

Ice-melting salt dumps negatively affects environment

Emily Chien, Leaflet Managing Editor January 13, 2017

A shocking 22 million tons of this are poured over streets each year, over 137 pounds person. What is it? Surprisingly, it is salt. Think of how your tongue feels when you eat just a bit too much salt,...

When you wish upon a star.
Stone poses on the red carpet in her stunning baby pink dress with silver star accents. “I really like how Emma Stone chose something different than [what] most people would chose to wear for such a special event,” said Rachel Long, 10. 
Photo Courtesy of MCT Campus

Golden Globes golden girl

Sara Margolis,  Staff Writer January 13, 2017

Starring in a movie is a big deal, but starring in a movie that won seven Golden Globes is even bigger. But with that comes great responsibility to rock the red carpet. Emma Stone, in my opinion, was the...

Social media transforms journalism

Social media transforms journalism

Benjamin Ruskin, Executive Co-Editor-in-Chief January 10, 2017

Load More Stories
Activate Search
Opinion