• 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
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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

Ohio is debating whether or not to allow open containers. They hope to get the bill passed before the Reds Opening day, which is big on drinking. The time between now and opening day is slim, but if it is not passed there are backup plans. Photo courtesy of MCT Campus.

Baseball brings beer to Cincinnati

Natalie Brinkman March 5, 2015

In Ohio, people have not been allowed to carry open containers in public places, until now; and just in time for the Cincinnati Reds opening day. "To meet the Opening Day deadline, the Ohio House and...

Vladimir Putin worked for the KGB until the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. He then became Prime Minister eight years later.  Later taking over as President becoming Prime Minster again in 2008 then regaining control once more 2012.

Putin’s power pushes past perimeters

Kamaria Walton, Staff Writer March 4, 2015

After the fall of the Soviet Union, the power source was cut up into fifteen countries, one of which being Ukraine. Ever since the two nations have been in conflict, Ukraine is the largest European country...

Pigs are held in cages where they cannot even turn around, let alone turn their head. Pigs are smart enough that they can actually be driven insane by this treatment, often screeching and writhing within their cages. They are often fed special meals that can make them bloated are and designed to make them grow larger than normal.

Stopping cruelty of efficiency

Benjamin Brynjulfson-Reardon February 26, 2015

Animal cruelty. It is a topic that has been beaten to death. Literally. The worse treatment of animals is not that of pets, but that of farm animals, which are not protected by abuse laws. It is called...

For those who find eating healthy or on a budget  difficult, it is good to keep in mind that its okay to enjoy yourself every now and then as long as it is in moderation. Here a student shows her bowl of fruit accompanied with a jar of Nutella. Nutella is not necessarily the healthiest or cheapest of choices but she only uses a small amount to put on top of her banana slices.

Keeping off freshman 15, keeping up your wallet size

Lauren Shassere February 23, 2015

If just the simple fact of getting into the college of your dreams is not stressful enough let’s talk about the one thing that matters to young adults almost as much as sleep, FOOD. It sure is nice and...

There have been mass protests in regard to Charlie Hebdos controversial publication. The cover had featured the Prophet Muhammed in a negative light. The protesters hold signs saying Je suis Charlie or, I  am Charlie in support of the victims.

Charlie Hebdo: Where do we draw the line?

Adhiti Chundur, Staff Writer February 11, 2015

In Paris, On Wed., January 7, 12 people were killed in a massacre. The victims were journalists at the office of “Charlie Hebdo", a French satirical magazine. The attack was to avenge the Prophet...

Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle in ‘American Sniper’. While critics abhor Kyle, they have praised Cooper and claimed that this is one of his best performances. Both Cooper and the film were nominated for Academy Awards thus garnering the Academy even more criticism for nominating a film this controversial.

‘American Sniper’: patriotism or propaganda?

Claire Lefton, Staff Writer January 29, 2015

“In the latest Hunger Games movie, Philip Seymour Hoffman’s... Plutarch, views propaganda footage... and says, “It’s a little on the nose, but of course so is war.” He could be talking about...

Actor Chris Pine and Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs announce the nominees for the 87th annual Academy Awards. The ceremony will take place on Feb. 22 and be hosted by Neil Patrick Harris. Often the ceremony itself is remembered more than the awards.

Film fans spit fire on Academy Awards

Claire Lefton, Staff Writer January 27, 2015

The Academy Awards are widely considered to be the most prestigious accolades in the world of cinema, but this year the Academy has been under fire due to their nominees for the 87th annual ceremony. Legions...

Society changes views on gaming, gender

Society changes views on gaming, gender

Taylor Evans December 10, 2014

I find it extremely amusing that certain people think things are reserved for specific genders: boys should not like the color pink, football is not for girls, cooking is not a guy’s job, and girls should...

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Sydney Evans December 10, 2014

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At the high school, students start reading more classics in their language arts class. This includes books like Catcher In the Rye.  Students may not enjoy reading classics because of the flowery language, which can sometimes be hard to understand.

Reading rate of teenagers drop

Adhiti Chundur December 3, 2014

The world of words can take you to where ever you want to go- from distant planets to the center of the earth. Teaching someone how to read creates a constantly developing and practical skill, useful for...

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