• 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 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

MinuteClinic representatives in Fort Wayne, Indiana told Wane.com, “It’s important to get the flu shot every year because the immunity provided by the vaccine declines over time. It takes up to two weeks for your immunity to build up after getting a flu shot so the CDC recommends to get vaccinated as soon as flu vaccines become available. Getting a flu shot is the most effective way to protect yourself and your family from catching the flu.”

Current influenza vaccine found effective

Harsimran Makkad, Web Editor-in-Chief November 6, 2015

  Not only is fall filled with various holidays, but it signifies the start of flu season.   Kaiser Permanente Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Randy Bergen told Patch.com, “This is prime time...

According to universal standardized testing, US was ranked as the 17th most educational country in the world. Finland, South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore dominate the ranking.  Study findings report that students from other countries are outpacing US, and the limit of national standardized testings is anticipated to raise the US ranking.

Obama administration calls for limit in standardized tests

Hajime Minoguchi, Staff Writer November 5, 2015

Examination is stressful for students. The Obama administration astonished the world on Oct.24 by urging schools to put a limit on standardized testing in schools. Specifically, the administration has...

Voters turn out for the primary election today at North High Mount Elementary School in Fort Worth, Texas, on Tuesday, March 4, 2014.  (Joyce Marshall/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/MCT)

Marijuana malfunction

Anne Marsh, Staff Writer November 5, 2015

After much anticipation, voters finally filled out their ballots on Nov 3. Among many highly debated topics on the ballot, Issue 3 could be considered the most controversial. With the passing of Issue...

Last year, student council planned Battle Of The Sibs. Students with a sibling in the building were selected to participate in competitions and activities. Senior Mackenzie McMullen participated with sophomore Megan McMullen, senior Abi McGowen with Connor McGowen, and senior Lydia Deppert partnered with junior Anna Deppert.

Winding down to plan winter wonders

Hannah Loftspring, Staff Writer October 30, 2015

Student council branches off annually into seasonal committees for event planning. With winter approaching, many events are coming up in need of planning. Some will be events that occurred in past years,...

Last year, the homecoming dance was Saturday, October 11. The theme to the dance was flashback.  Throughout the week leading up to the game and dance, students wore items from  past fashion trends.

Homecoming buzz takes over

Sydney Weiss, staff writer October 12, 2015

Homecoming is generally recognized as the fall dance and game. However, at SHS we like to make it a much bigger deal. The dance, football game, pep rally, and parade are a few of the festivities that take...

Sophomore Kiri Wang said, “The window I am assigned to paint is for a four-year-old with a brain tumor and his family. I am very honored that his family asked me to paint a window that represents their dream backyard. I hope my painting can turn into reality when they can finally go home.”

Windows of Hope looks toward future

Emily Chien, Leaflet Designer/Writer October 7, 2015

A new year comes with new stories and new friends. Starting just last year, the Windows of Hope program took real cancer patients from the Ronald McDonald House and asked what they would like to see out...

Tom Brady has been the center of the deflategate investigation. He destroyed his cellphone before the NFL could check it for evidence. He has also vehemently denied all wrongdoing.

Spygate causing Deflategate

Joshua Patterson, Opinion Columnist October 1, 2015

Deflategate was the talk of the off season, with all kinds of pundits and fans alike weighing in on what they thought the Patriots' quarterback deserved in terms of punishment. He was accused of supposedly...

Kim Davis, embraced by her lawyer, Mat Staver, appears before the media with Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee, left, outside the Carter County Detention Center in Grayson, Ky., on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015. (Pablo Alcala/Lexington Herald-Leader/TNS)

Religion vs. rights: Kentucky clerk refuses gay marriage licences

Jenna Bao, Associate Editor September 21, 2015

One’s conscience is a powerful thing; it is what keeps people in check and prevents anything from small lies to murder. However, the issue has been raised as to whether one’s conscience is enough to...

Variety Show auditions coming soon

Variety Show auditions coming soon

Caroline Bruns, Webmaster September 14, 2015

Get your act together, Sycamore!  That’s right!  The Sycamore High School Variety Show is around the corner!  Auditions will take place, Monday, September 21st starting at 2:30 in the Auditorium. Sign...

SHS houses seventeen national merit semi-finalists. These are students who did well on the PSAT with a score of over 215.

National Merit semi-finalists

Caroline Bruns, Webmaster September 9, 2015

SHS houses seventeen national merit semi-finalists. These are students who did well on the PSAT with a score of over 215.      

Black Lives Matter Response

Black Lives Matter Response

September 2, 2015

From the staff of The Leaf, We sincerely apologize if our most recent cover story, Black Lives Matter, was taken with offense. We apologize again and hope you understand that we did not intend to put...

Changes are being made all around the school. Noticeable changes made already are the new tables, the skins on the walls, and overall school spirit. This summer however, even more changes will be made.

SHS to get major changes this summer

Natalie Brinkman, Op/Ed Chief May 27, 2015

Alterations around the school can already be seen, through both the building and the school spirit of students and staff alike. This summer, however, the school will be undertaking more than $1 million...

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