The summer after third grade I wrote my parents a detailed persuasive proposition begging them to home school me. In it I explained how eager I was to learn at a faster pace and pursue subjects and ideas I found exciting, but weren’t covered in class. They were hesitant but told me they would consider it. I persisted throughout fourth grade, presenting petitions, extolling the benefits of homeschooling, and pleading with them, until finally they relented. Thus began my four-year homeschooling adventure.

By Rachel Epstein ‘14, Contributor. This April, Ali Breneman will make her final appearance in the CCDS theatre department by directing her first musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

By Allison Mesh ‘13, Contributor. “The Crucible,” the fall play which opened last night, is filled with drama and violence, and is great for people who enjoy mysteries.

By Amanda Young ‘11, Co-Editor-in-Chief. Ten members of the Class of 2011 have been named National Merit Semifinalist. The Semifinalists make up 18.9 percent of this year’s seniors, the highest percentage of Semifinalists in any senior class in Cincinnati.

By Ali Breneman ‘11, Contributor.
This summer, Ali explored Europe with her brothers, Nathan and Kevin, and her parents. She shares her family’s mishaps and escapades to offer her top ten travel tips.

By Lindsay Dougan, ‘11, Contributor. The college counseling office provides students with advice on plans for the summer, including programs at universities and exchanges abroad. These programs cater to a range of interests, from engineering and biology to acting and journalism.

By Rebecca Miller,’12 A&E Section Editor.
On Thursday, April 29, The CCDS Theatre program learned that it had been nominated for seven Cappies Awards for its Fall Musical Thoroughly Modern Millie. The winner will be announced at a Tony-like Gala on May 30. Read to see the nominees!

By Isabella Guttman, ‘13, Contributor. “Thoroughly Modern Millie” is a romantic comedy that takes place during the time of the fast-changing life of the Roaring 20s, when jazz and bobbed hair were popular. Performances are in the Keeler Theater on Thursday, Feb. 25 and Friday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 27 at 1 and 7 p.m.

By The Scroll staff. Thirteen juniors and seniors have been inducted into the CCDS chapter of the Cum Laude Society (pictured: inductees from the Class of 2010).