• 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

Tori Swart

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-In-Chief

Hello! I am a senior and I am the executive director for WAVES, The Leaf’s broadcast program. I would generally describe myself as a doer- when there is an idea that can be put into effect or a job to be done, I work extremely hard in order to see it completed. I did not join journalism merely for the work, however, I joined because stories are my passion. That is one of the reasons why I love working with video- I can experience how a story can be put together, and I have the privilege to get to know another person. The people are really what it is all about. Another passion of mine is sports. This year, I am participating in the cross country team in the fall, the indoor track team in the winter and the outdoor track team in the spring. My specialty event is pole vault, in which I hope to continue competing in college. I am extremely excited for this upcoming year, both for the journalism class and for my senior year in general. New opportunities will appear, new people will become new friends and new stories will unfold. My past work can be seen here.

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Anderson Invitational Results

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2015

Mason Rod Russell Invitational Results

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2015

Wayne Invitational Results

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2015

Winter Pep Rally sparks spirit

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2015

Miamisburg Invitational Results

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
May 7, 2015

Coaches Classic Results

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2015

Tickets on Sale

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
April 20, 2015
Junior Ray Berling picks out a pair of shorts to go with his new singlet top. The boys team saw immediate results from the fundraiser in their new uniforms. Funds will also go toward other parts of the program like a new record board, spirit wear and equipment.

Kicking it into new gears

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2015
High school runners combine with junior high runners for warm-up drills directed by coach Richard Shomo. The seventh and eighth graders had the opportunity to watch the top high school athletes compete in their events, while the high schoolers had the opportunity to connect with the younger runners. The Showcase will continue as an annual event.

Joining forces

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor in Chief
March 27, 2015
Sophomore Joshua Glauser sprints the open 400 meter dash. He heard that he qualified for the State Championships in the event on the Wednesday before the competition.
   “I wasn’t even thinking about qualifying in the 400 when I ran it at the University of Findlay, just being in the top 35. I was in chemistry class when I got a text from my mom saying that I had made it. I was genuinely shocked,” Glauser said.

Making tracks

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2015
Senior Adam Lucken passes the baton to junior Jonathon Hedrick in the 1600 meter relay. Lucken pulled a hamstring during his 800 meter race at the M-F Invitational at the University of Findlay, but the relay still qualified for the Indoor State Track and Field Championships. Lucken is determined to be healed enough to compete on Saturday.

Too fast to back down

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2015

Journey to the Unknown

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2015

Share your story in Room 115

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2015
Senior Timothy Leonard advises as Frank Abagnale, Sr. that people see only what they want to see. His son, Frank Abagnale, Jr., is played by senior Paul Phillips. The story within “Catch Me If You Can” is a true one, first made into a movie starring Tom Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio, and then transformed into a Broadway musical in 2011 starring Aaron Tveit.

Making butter outta cream

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2015

History comes to life

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2015

Tickets on sale: Catch Me If You Can

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2015
Sophomore Mason Taylor examines a newspaper article as FBI agent Carl Hanratty. His coworkers, Agents Cod and Branton, are played by senior Jennifer Adamec and junior Mitchell Singstock. The two, along with junior Graham Lutes as Agent Dollar, provide some of the comic relief within the FBI agency, giving snarky comments and sarcastic jokes in response to Hanratty’s investigative efforts.

Dealt a ratty hand

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2015

Memories in Orange

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2015
Senior Paul Philips acts as Mereb in the 2014 spring musical, “Aida.” In the show, Mereb is a good friend of the main character, Nubian princess Aida. Philips says that his role in the show increased his confidence and helped him decide to major in musical theater in college.
Photo courtesy of McDaniel’s Photography

Catch-y cons

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2015
ReelPeople, ReelOpportunities, ReelAbilities

ReelPeople, ReelOpportunities, ReelAbilities

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2015
OMEA: Off-Mainstage Ensemble Assessments

OMEA: Off-Mainstage Ensemble Assessments

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2014
Junior Jon Hedrick warms up on the track before his event, the 200 meter sprint. For him, the races themselves are not the most exciting part about track, but all the preparations beforehand.
   “There’s this whole atmosphere before a race: you’ve got your hood up, the rain’s drizzling on your hood and you’re getting all pumped up because of your music. You can’t hear anyone else. That’s my favorite moment,” Hedrick said.
Photo courtesy of McDaniel’s Photography

Hitting the ground running

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2014
Activity Fair

Activity Fair

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
November 25, 2014
Spirit Day

[Video] Spirit Day

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
November 25, 2014

Fight Song Fridays

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
October 21, 2014
In-depth interview with new principal, Doug Mader

Plans and Changes: A Message from the Principal

Tori Swart, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2014
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