Silhouette Spring 2023

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COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS VOL. 67 ISSUE 4Ma y 2023

CSG GOES GLOBAL

This school year brought many opportunities for students to step out of their comfort zones and apply their learning outside of the classroom. In fact, two of these opportunities saw students continuing their learning across the globe in London and Japan!

For the seven students who attended the London Trip alongside Dr. Tremper and Mrs. Abell, their global experience mainly centered around exploring all the exceptional forms of art London has to offer. Jayden Clarett, XII, shared the kinds of art they encountered, ranging from musicals and Shakespearean plays to street art and modern art galleries. “Number one for me has to be the Globe Theater,” Jayden explained. “To actually see Shakespeare’s The Tempest, which we read and saw my Junior year, performed at the Globe in London was really cool!” This was not the only opportunity CSG’s London

Della Jones, XI

travelers had to immerse themselves in theater, as they also were able to see the classic musical Oklahoma!, get a backstage tour at The National Theatre, and go on a singing and dancing filled tour of the West End.

They also enjoyed countless visual art through learning about street art with a London street artist, and exploring three different art museums over the course of their trip. Jayden also shared that she loved getting to explore the markets in London: “Whether the market was focused on food or clothing, they were so unique and fun!” All in all, the London trip was a hit for the CSG squad, and the memories and bonds the students formed along the way will last forever. While the small but mighty group of seven sipped tea in London, a group of twenty-one CSG students and four faculty members made their way all the way across the globe to Japan. After around thirty-six hours of travel split between two flights and

an unexpected train ride, the Japan group finally arrived in Kyoto. While they saw many things in Kyoto, Clara Faulkner, X, shared that the Kiyomizu-dera Temple was one of her all-time favorites. She shared that it was not only beautiful, but rich with culture and tradition. “They have a legend that if you jump off the temple ledge and survive, you are blessed with luck for life,” Clara explained. Another element that made the CSG Japan trip so unique was their chance to do an overnight homestay in small groups with a Japanese family in small groups. While each homestay was a bit different, Clara’s host family group spent their time learning about her host family’s rapeseed blossom farm and playing games with the family’s young children which helped them improve their Japanese language proficiency. The stay was such a unique learning experience that Clara, while enjoying teriyaki chicken and sushi she made with her host family, learned

one of her favorite Japanese words is Oishi, which means delicious. Throughout their travels across Japan, the constants of the experience were the unique opportunities to learn about Japanese culture and language. Clara shared how Japanese culture is based around respect of everyone, something she wishes was more prevalent in the United States. Ultimately , these two Global experiences were the perfect chance to for CSG students to learn more about the world around them and realize how much more there truly is to explore in the future!

New College Counselor on Campus Featured In

Tedious standardized testing, lengthy essay after lengthy essay, an inbox full of random colleges you probably have never heard of. The college process is stressful, and it takes a lot of mental stamina, too. Luckily, Ms. McAndrew—our new college counselor—will be joining the CSG community next year to help juniors and seniors glide smoothly through both the stress and excitement of college applications. Having a job in the world of college admissions was not Ms. McAndrew’s original career plan. “I had this whole long term vision for what I wanted to do, and I made— what was for my small town in New York state—an unusual decision to go to a women’s college in Indiana,” she said. She originally planned on being a teacher, but her college

experience shined a light on a new career pathway: “I got the very good advice at some point to just major in whatever you love most and it will lead to a career you love.” Ms. McAndrew loved her own college experience so much that she took her first job in college admissions at her alma mater, St. Mary’s College. Even though it was not what she had planned, Ms McAndrew found a passion in helping students navigate the stress of college. She realized through her work that the admission process can be a time where students really get to know themselves. “If you do it well, it can be a real time of self discovery,” she remarked. While the seemingly tedious Common App and supplemental essays can seem pointless at times, Ms. McAndrew wants to help students see the value

in reflecting on their past experiences and how they have led to personal growth. It is important to slow down and ask important questions during the process: Who am I and what do I want to get out of this?

The current juniors and seniors are preparing for their next chapter in life, and so is Ms. McAndrew. Although she has loved being a college vice president, she has realized the areas of her job that are most important to her. “In my work now, I don’t get to work as much with high school students, which is really the part I love the most,” Ms. McAndrew said. She is most excited to get to know the students: “That was really the driving factor in my decision to make this move.” Also, she needs to find an appropriate home for all of the unicorn decor her colleagues keep gifting her.

So,

Anna Carey, XI

Trying new Japanese foods!

All Japan photos courtesy of Dr.K

Exploring London

All London photos courtesy of Dr.Tremper and Mrs. Abell

Ms. McAndrew photo courtesy of St. Michael's College

The Point of Power and Promise

Alysa Li, XI

You’ve probably heard of the Power & Promise Festival by now through Coach Bailey’s numerous emails about asking for volunteers and describing the various attractions, games, and prizes that would be there. It sounded like it was going to be a ton of fun, but what exactly was the reason behind this Power & Promise Festival, and why was it such a big deal?

According to Coach Bailey, the Power & Promise Festival was a celebration of the success that we had as a community in the Power & Promise Campaign. The Power & Promise Campaign started five years ago and was a $15 million dollar fundraising campaign. It worked to raise funds for its four major pillars. The first one was people. “We were working to raise faculty compensation so that we could pay our teach-

ers a more competitive wage […] and also thinking about tuition assistance and scholarships for students so that every girl who can flourish and thrive at CSG would have the opportunity to do so,” she explained. The second pillar was programs. “The… campaign was what really helped launch the Center for Girls and Young Women’s Leadership… and the global experiences to London and Japan,” Coach Bailey added. As someone who was able to go on one of these international trips, specifically to London, I can share a little about my own experience.

I really had such an amazing time. Bonding with my fellow classmates was really fun, sightseeing the architecture was incredible, and the trip opened my eyes to cultures and traditions in other parts of the world I was unaware of. I am so glad that the Power & Promise campaign was able to make this happen.

Third, endowments, or money set aside and later invested to earn revenue and fund some type of charitable activity. Coach Bailey says that “We were working to raise money in our endowment. The Endowment is a large fund of money that… we can spend a percentage of… for CSG.” The more money CSG has in endowments, the better it can plan and pay for events fundraisers, and drives in the future.

The fourth pillar is the annual fund. “The annual fund helps us bridge the gap between the cost of tuition and the cost to educate a student every year…[It] purchases things like new uniforms and athletics or new lights, toilet paper, and carpet in the school,” Coach Bailey recalled.

As a whole community, CSG raised over $17 million dollars, surpassing its goal of $15 million by more than $2 million! In celebration

Upper School Combined Concert Recap

Lights, camera, Upper School music combined concert. The concert included the CSG choir, strings, and band along with their respective select groups. If you didn't get a chance to attend this wonderful display of musical talent, here’s what you missed.

Choir started off the concert with Give Me the River. Choir also performed kid songs, stormy weather, and Refuge. Grace notes, or select choir, performed their own individual songs, Peace Like a River, The Runner, and Ask Me No More.

Grace Notes, like all selective music

groups, is audition-only that requires students to commit to more practice time every week. There were two featured choir soloists: Victoria Tran X in “Stormy Weather” and Lila Schroeder X in “Refuge”. Both soloists did an amazing job on their respective parts!

After a quick intermission, the US strings performed. Strings opened their part of the night with music straight out of an Appalachian festival. After that, they performed a medly from La La Land, “Jupiter From The Planets”, and ended with “Can’t Help Falling In Love”. Select strings performed afterward, with a guest appearance from guitarist

Chloe Steere, X.

The band was the last performance of the night, opening with Elia Miesle, X, and LIly Bornino, IX, performing a trumpet duo. The next piece, “Irish WasherWoman”, was performed as a select winds trio. The whole band then came on stage to perform “Cantus Jubilante”, which was conducted by junior conductor Danielle Knight. The band brought the concert to a close with “Loch Lomond” and a Phantom of the Opera Medley. Every section put on an amazing show, truly displaying how much hard work and practice the students put in!

of this success, this festival was a way for CSG to say thank you to all of its students, parents, alums, faculty/staff, grandparents, parents of alums, and the greater community for helping it reach its fundraising goals and making everything possible for the school.

Coach Bailey hopes everyone who came to the festival had a great time. One main factor behind this festival was to celebrate and honor everyone who supported CSG in its efforts to improve the school, so she hopes everyone who came had a ton of fun with their friends and/or family. She also hopes everyone can feel CSG’s gratitude to them through this festival. The CSG community is extremely strong and united. This festival and campaign serves as a reminder of the amazing goals we can achieve as a community. Together we can make even more amazing things happen in the future.

First Year Teacher Check-In

Lauren LaRochelle, X

There are many things that make CSQ unique, but our teachers are probably the most important factor. I checked in with math teacher and freshmen advisor Dr. Lewis. He had nothing but great things to say about CSG. He told me that “CSG has empowered [him] to try new things” and has challenged him “intellectually” unlike past schools. Dr. Lewis did not expect to form such close bonds with his fellow math teachers and is very grateful for the work they have done. He told me that “Abell is an amazing mentor, and Miller has been a positive light in [his] life.”

Overall he would give his first year at CSG a 10 out of 10! One of Dr. Lewis’s peers is Ms. Smeeding, she is new as well this year, and works as a history teacher, freshmen advisor, and cross-country coach! Ms. Smeeding loves the “kind” environment of CSG, she told me that “the moment [she] stepped on campus [she] wanted to stay.” She loves the way we celebrate each other's differences, for instance instead of saying “Oh that’s different” we say “Yay that’s different” and this is what fills her with so much joy! CSG has helped our new teachers reignite their love of education, and has made them better teachers, friends, and mentors!

Religion, Resourcefulness, and Resiliance with Becca Hoffman

Becca Hoffman, XII, is a service-oriented leader who has spent her time in high school exploring her religion and finding ways that she can express herself within her community. Over these past few years, Becca has been a member of numerous Jewish youth organizations where she has been able to develop a relationship with her identity.

Becca is a member of an organization called the Wexner Service Corps. “[This is an organization] that pairs Jewish learning with service,” she said. At least once a month, she participates in a service event, where she has been exposed to a myriad of different service organizations,

viewpoints, and experiences. “Service is a core part of Judaism, [...] and it is important to see that, no, the world as we know it isn’t how it has to be,” Becca added.

In our CSG community, Becca serves as the President of Jewish Culture Club. “Jewish Culture Club has always been very near and dear to my heart,” Becca remarked as she remembers how this club used to be just a fun way to get to know “cool” upperclassmen. “I really like when I get to share pieces of jewish culture with people that are not jewish,” she said. She has brought Jewish traditions out of her home and into our community, such as baking hamantaschen cookies for Purim and bringing homemade cinnamon sugar challah for club members to

try. While Becca loves to have fun in these club meetings, she also hopes that she can teach important lessons to her peers: “Antisemitism lies in perceived stereotypes, and the only way we will dismantle it is to also dismantle those stereotypes.”

Recently, Becca was faced with a powerful experience where she learned the history of antisemitism and ways to combat it. She went on a two week trip to Poland and to Israel with Jewish teens from all over the world through a program called March of the Living over Yom HaShoah. In Poland, she traveled with this group to concentration camps all over the country. They began their journey with a march from Auschwitz to Birkenau: “It was a lot of mixed feelings because I felt con-

nected to this global Jewish community, but I was doing it in this place where there were so many horrors.” Becca learned stories of the survivors and the murdered, along with the memorable impact of those that helped prisoners even when they did not need to. Her biggest takeaway, though, was how to approach Holocaust education and understanding: “However you think the Holocaust was, it was worse. If you think you understand it, you don’t. The way to understand it is to understand that you don’t understand.”

From her experiences in service, school, and abroad, Becca encourages those in the CSG community to stand up against antisemitism and other forms of hatred that we encounter.

All smiles at the fun-filled Power and Promise Festival! Photo courtesy of @colsschforgirls.

Vivian Lamendola, IX

Della Jones, XI

Becca exploring Israel (top) and hanging out with her service crew (bottom). Photos courtesy of Becca Hoffman, XII.

Upper School Instagram Insider

people in our community.

We have all seen Dr. Hattaway lurking around and taking photos for the new Upper School Instagram account, but do you know what Dr. Hattaway does behind the scenes to make the account so amazing? @csgupperschool features an array of photos of Upper School students living their day to day lives and taking advantage of all the opportunities our school has to offer.

Social media can serve many purposes. When asked about the purpose of the Instagram account, Dr. Hattaway described how “we saw how important social media became to connect with one another.” Social media also allows us to share the CSG experience with

Almost all of the spontaneous events that happen in the Upper School are documented on social media by Dr. Hattaway, which can also be used as a tool for prospective students to get an inside look at what our school is really like. Dr. Hattaway mentioned that “it is good for prospective students to see some of the smaller details of the school day,” because it provides more insight about what the culture and spirit is like here at CSG. It also works as a platform for students and teachers to be more informal and show more realistic views of our experiences.

The account is that it is specific to Upper School, meaning that we get to share more than just the big events that occur. Dr. Hattaway said that her favorite

posts are ones that are unprompted and show students having fun. For example, she loves “turning students into stickers,” like her sticker of Maddie Keglewitsch, Form XII, playing the trombone. Social media is a great way to connect with each other and show the inside workings of our school.

The Freshman Take on Cosi!

Maddie Metzbower IX

On April 18th, 2023, Form IX went to COSI and participated in “The Color of Science” event. Open to only females in the Columbus area, CSG students walked around talking to experts, going to booths, and learning about different aspects of science. Local companies came and talked about how they impact science, such as how they contribute to clean energy and how they have become more inclusive in

the workplace to allow all to be scientists.

The program's goal was to educate and encourage students from all backgrounds and abilities to get involved in STEM. Girls got to witness bioluminescent algae, use microscopes, and learn to read medical charts. While encouraging STEM in general, the program hoped to also represent the lesser-known aspects of science and show girls how they could get involved or even have a career in that area. President of

Class is a Blast!

COSI, Frederick Brentley was there too walking around to talk to students.

Along with CSG, Columbus City Schools, Ohio School for the Deaf, and The Ohio State School for the Blind were all in attendance. The true aim of this program was to show all people they can be in STEM fields.

CSG students walked away feeling encouraged, inspired, and prepared to face the world head on, and of course, with fun goodie bags too.

Over the past year our school has undergone many changes. From our faculty to international programs, and now a stand out selection of classes new to the CSG curriculum. These classes are unlike any other our school has had, causing curiosity among many who are asking: what are these classes? Next year our school will be providing a total of nine classes that cover topics such as S.T.EM., literature, creative writing, history, global and current issues, as well as leadership skills. To eliminate any mystification I interviewed Mr. Parson’s to get an in-depth understanding of what these classes are all about.

When it comes to education Mr. Parsons takes his personal philosophy into account. He believes that school should be more than just “being good in school” and instead placed emphasis on furthering intellec-

tual opportunities. These classes are meant to do exactly that by giving students opportunities to learn skills and then apply them to the real world. Because these classes are fundamentally rooted in this philosophy, all of the work assigned is strictly in-class only. None of the classes will require students to sacrifice their freetime. Instead they will focus on furthering students' knowledge and understanding of different topics as well as encouraging them to pursue their passions. After getting the clarification I was seeking, I can affirm that these classes are a great opportunity to pursue a variety of interests. As of now these classes appear to have no downsides. They are intended to be stressfree and function as a tool for the students of CSG to widen their skillsets. If you have shown interest in any of these classes I would strongly encourage you to take advantage of this new opportunity.

Sarah Alexander XI

Photos courtesy of Madi Kim XI

Photos courtesy of Delaney Woods IX

Ellie Neitzel X

Fast Fashion: DO'S and DON'TS

ALLIE SALAMON, XI

Fast fashion is all around us, from Zara and SHEIN, to Urban Outfitters and H&M . Fast fashion is trendy and affordable, and you can find stores closest to you that probably sell fast fashion.

The definition of fast fashion, according to the Oxford Dictionary, is “inexpensive clothing produced rapidly by mass-market retailers in response to the latest trends.” While it may be cute and trendy, it is terrible for the environment. It accounts for around 10% of total global carbon emissions, dries up water sources, and pollutes rivers and streams. On top of that, fast fashion uses synthetic fibers that take hundreds of years to biodegrade.

Another negative factor of fast fashion is the overconsumption

of clothes. Due to new trends arising every couple of months, or even weeks, brands such as Abrecrombie and Fitch, Free People, and GAP attempt to keep up with these trends. When a new trend comes in, the old trends tend to sit in the back of people’s closets or get thrown away.

Around 11.3 million tons of clothes end up in landfills each year.

Another cause of this is that fast fashion is made of cheaper materials. When you wash these clothes, they are more likely to fall apart, eventually leading consumers to throw them away. Fast fashion is dangerous for the environment. Other alternatives to fast fashion are affordable and not terrible for the environment.

LILLY KERN, XI

But what are the alternatives to fast fashion? There are many, but here are just a few to start your journey to shopping sustainably. The most popular and easy alternative is thrifting. Thrift shopping offers clothes at more affordable prices than fast fashion companies without causing harm to workers or the environment.

Another fast fashion alternative is buying, selling, and trading clothes online. This not only helps the environment, but also allows you to support small businesses. Some online resources include Depop, Etsy, and Ebay, which allow you to communicate directly with the seller. Additionally, shopping sustainably allows you to experiment. With sustainable shopping, you can turn used clothes into something new, without

Fashion Swap Success

CSG students have worked hard in recent years to make a difference within our community. Emma Kim’23 and sister Madi Kim’24 started the Sustainability Club two years ago, a place where students have the opportunity to get more involved in improving our environment and have made great progress. They have worked to incorporate a successful composting system in the CSG lunch room to help reduce food scraps and organized a school-wide fashion swap. The main goals of this swap were to spread awareness about the realities of purchasing fast fashion and “bring everyone together to have fun and participate”(Kim ‘XI).

Students started off by bringing bags of clothes to the

library early in the week. On the day of the fashion swap, with the help of the sustainability club as well as other student volunteers, the commons were transformed into a thrift store; where the upper school community was encouraged to stop in and make a new home for someone's previous clothes.

Although the fashion swap has since passed, there are still things we can all do to continue to be more eco-friendly and create a better future for our planet. Sustainability Club’s co-president, Madi Kim XI, states that it’s actually quite simple to start implementing small things into our daily routine, such as before purchasing from a brand, complete some basic research into who you’re truly consuming from. With these simple steps, we can all be a little bit more conscientious about our environmental footprint.

the fear of investing in expensive material or clothes, only to dislike what you have made.

Though shopping secondhand, or buying from small businesses is ideal, not everyone is awarded that luxury. So, here are some materials to look for and avoid when shopping in regular clothing stores. Some harmful materials include polyester and acrylic, which can lay in the landfill for up to 200 years. Conversely, linen and organic cotton are produced more sustainably, without toxic pesticides or fertilizers.

So, this summer, let’s make sustainability the new trend. The environment, as well as your bank account, will thank you. By shopping sustainably, you’re putting a unique spin on your outfits, which will have people questioning, “where is that from?”

Combating Climate Change at CSG

LAMAZE, XI

As we face the growing threat of climate change, it is essential that schools take measures to improve student awareness and efficacy on this critical issue. At CSG, the community has undertaken various efforts toward a new, more sustainable lifestyle by implementing new environmentally friendly practices such as new compost and bins in the cafeteria, as well as a fashion swap. Students that participate in such initiatives actively learn about sustainable behaviors and will be able to transfer these skills into their future in order to contribute to the preservation of our environment.

Despite the fact that climate change is a major global concern, CSG educates its students that

small-scale and local efforts toward a more sustainable way of life are also important. One of the initiatives that the school has carried out is the installation of new composting bins. According to a research conducted by Pennsylvania State University, they found "plate waste rang[ed] from 27% to 53% of the food served" in US schools. Composting bins operate to limit the amount of organic waste that ends up in landfills, where it can emit hazardous gases like methane, which is estimated to account for more than 8% of all greenhouse gas emissions globally. Our school alone has worked to save around 90 pounds of food a day since the incorporation of compost bins starting in the year of 2023.

Fast fashion has also had a major adverse impact on the environ-

ment. Certain outfits follow trends, and when the trend is considered out of style, multitudes of clothing related to that trend end up in landfills. These clothes take hundreds of years to decompose, releasing numerous harmful substances into the air and soil in the process. The sustainability club has conducted fashion swaps in order to reduce our contribution to greenhouse gas emissions in addition to lowering our collective food waste. Member of the sustainability club Madi Kim explains how “the fashion swap helAps people get educated and hopefully cut down on fast fashion brands while learning to buy second hand.” This swap immerses the entire community into a new reusable and sustainable way of fashion, furthering our efforts toward saving our planet from climate change.

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Photo Courtesy of Rose McLarty, X.

Some visuals on how we should shop versus what happens when we purchase fast fashion. Photo courtesy of Lilly Kern, XI.

Our new compost, trash and recycling bins that help combat food waste! Photo Courtesy of Madeline Hansen, XI.

Sports and Activities

Volunteer Opportunities Around Columbus

The willingness to volunteer is one of the best ways to impact your community. It is easy to get so busy with school, work, and other extracurriculars that service is often put on the back burner. However, over the course of the past year, volunteering has become one of my favorite things to do. I have gotten to walk dogs at Columbus Humane and taken vitals for patients at a free clinic. In this article, I will share myriad different ideas for service opportunities that your peers have loved and you, too, could try out.

Pe yton Reader, XII, shared that she has volunteered at The Legal Aid Society of Columbus (LASC), which according to their website “provide[s] civil legal aid and advocacy to combat unfairness and injustice and to help people rise out of poverty.”As a volunteer, Peyton had first hand conversations with

clients about the legal challenges they were facing. If you were to volunteer at the LASC, there are opportunities for summer clerkships, volunteering in their probono clinic, and more. This is an amazing opportunity to not only help people navigate the stress of legal difficulties, but also gain real life experience in the world of law.

Another volunteer opportunity here in Columbus is Buddy Up For Life. Lizzy Bruening, XII, shared that once a week she teaches a zumba class for kids with down syndrome, and over the summer she “works with kids and their families to be paired with teens to hang out with over the summer!” Through volunteering at Buddy Up, you will not only get to participate in fun activities, but you will also have the chance to make lifelong friendships.

For those of you who can’t drive, don’t fret, there are

How to Have a Super Summer

XI

Im agine this: it’s a month into summer and the excitement of leaving school has worn off. Now, you’re stuck sitting at home doing nothing.

As the school year winds down, the students of CSG look forward to summer as a break from our classes. But, once summer hits, what is there to do? On social media, Ohio has the reputation of being a flat state filled with corn fields. While this is (somewhat) true, there are also

many activities in Columbus that we can enjoy this summer.

If you have young siblings, are babysitting, or simply love animals, the Columbus Zoo is an interactive and fun place to go this summer. It has eight exhibits, Zoombezi Bay (an exhilarating amusement and waterpark), and a golf course across the street. Another family friendly place is Franklin Park Conservatory, which is just down the road from CSG on Broad Street. Here, there are a multitude of plants and flowers, both indoors and outdoors,

butterflies, and glass sculptures. For an indoor activity, you could take a walk around the Columbus Museum of Art, where they have exhibitions that change every few months. After viewing the art, stop by the museum shop or cafe (the food is delicious), and admission is free on Sundays! At these spots, you will need tickets or passes, but they are not hard to purchase and are affordable.

But what if you don’t want to spend money on a ticket? Then, you can walk around the North Market. There are stalls of independent businesses where

you can get fresh pasta to bring home, or find something to eat there. Two locations now exist, one downtown and one in Bridge Park in Dublin. Also in the downtown area is the Scioto Mile, an urban oasis that consists of parks, boulevards, bikeways, and paths that stretches with the Scioto River. Along the way I would also suggest stopping by Milestone 229, which is a restaurant that looks down on a splash area for kids and the river. Lastly, if you’re looking for a place to feel like you’re escaping Ohio, strolling around German Village

opportunities for you to volunteer right here in our CSG community. This year, many clubs organized service projects that they carried out on campus. For example, Service Club organized many wonderful projects including the canned food drive and the blood drive. Additionally, this year Spanish Club planned a school and personal hygiene supplies drive to send to schools in the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica. These are just two examples out of the many service opportunities here at CSG.

If none of these interest you, ask your friends and teachers for ideas, search online, or even start or join a club and help lead a service project next year! No matter how you choose to volunteer in your community, something big or small, remember the most important thing is that you commit to giving back some small part of your time to those around you.

is a perfect place. German Village is a neighborhood that has restaurants, artisan coffee shops, and is a walkable distance from Schiller Park. If you find yourself here, I recommend Lindey’s for a fancier spot to eat, Pistacia Vera for baked goods, and Stauf’s if you want a cup of coffee.

All in all, summer is a time for students to relax and take time off from the tires of school. But, if you find yourself stuck at home with nothing to do, try a couple of these spots and explore parts of Columbus you didn’t even know existed!

Spring Sports Summary

Madeline Hansen, XI

The spring sports season is underway! This spring the Unies take on two sports, lacrosse and track and field. Both these talented teams began training before spring break and are fully in season.

T he varsity lacrosse team is back and better than ever! Led by captains Elizabeth Burgess XI, Yori O’neil XI, and Sarah Alexander XI, the Unicorns have pulled out an impressive start to the season, having a win-

ning record of 9-4 so far! Some highlights from the season so far include a huge win over Gahanna Lincoln 17-14 and a 12-8 win against top 10 team in the state, “Revere”. “Our winning record doesn’t fully reflect how much we have grown and improved as a team, and I can’t wait to see how far we go in the tournament,” says Burgess. We couldn’t be more proud of these hardworking Unies and wish them luck for the rest of their season!

Another CSG team to

watch out for is track and field! A talent-packed bunch of runners and throwers have produced amazing results so far this season! One highlight of the season for the Unies was the Cole McCafferty Invitational! Some highlights include Maya Howard XII placing second in both shot put and discus, Jameson Pillifant XI placing first and Ellie Neitzel X placing third in the long jump event, Elise Barber X placing third in high jump, and Mira Martin XI and Lila Schroeder X placing second in the 3200 m and

Madi Kim,

Bella Luckage, XII

Cute lil pup! Photo courtesy of Bella Luckage, XII.

800 m respectively. Additionally, the Unies flew by the competition, placing first in many relays.

A Uni celebration! Photo Courtesy of Elizabeth Burgess, XI.

Movies That Get You Pumped for Summer

Madeline Hansen, XI

Summer is soon approachingbut with this changing Ohio weather,itistoughtogetintoasunny mood. But have no fear; here are 3 summery movies that will have you in the spirit in no time!

So, you're feeling a bit cloudy, no problem! It's effortless to become your own “Dancing Queen” with one click and pressing play on Mama Mia! (2008) and Mama Mia! Here We Go Again (2018). This serotonin-boosting musical masterpiece will have you up and absolutely begging to be somewhere in Greece on a beach. It is a top favorite among CSG students and can be watched on streaming services including Hulu, Amazon Prive Video, andAppleTV.Anothermoviethatis

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mer is Teen Beach Movie (2013). This is another mood-boosting musical that will pick up just about anyone's mood. Its fun and playful acting can get anyone excited to get out and explore this summer! This musical can be streamed on Disney Plus and Amazon Prime Video. One last recommendation to get you in that summery mood would be the movie Luca (2021)! This hit by Disney put everyone in a better mood back in the Summer of 2021! You can enjoy fun adventurous characters, Luca, Alberta, and Giulia, by watching on Disney Plus, Amazon, Apple TV, or Youtube TV.

So if there's ever a day when you feel summer may never come, you are just one click away from all these movies to get you in the spirit!

SummerBucketList

There are 84 days in summer vacation with school coming along just to end it, but the annual problem for our generation is finding a good way to spend it. When trying to enjoy summer it can be challenging to come up with ideas of whSat to do. So here are 6 ideas for your summer bucket list to ensure summer ‘23 is the best yet.

Go to a drive-in Movie- A throwback classic, drive-in movies are a great way to be outside enjoying a film while still being in the comfort of your car. Grab some blankets and snacks and watch a movie under the stars. Easton’s Movies Under Moonlight are easy and accessible.

Relaxing Reads

ISABELLA MCINTYRE, IX

During the summer, reading isn’t always the top priority, especially outside of school. However, reading can always be a perfect activity if you find the right book. Hopefully, these books can motivate you to pick up reading over the break. Firstly, if you are interested in romantic novels, The Summer I Turned Pretty, by Jenny Han, is the perfect light-hearted romance book. It’s set on the beach in North Carolina and describes a 15-year-old girl’s eventful summer experiences, from making new friends to dealing with new romances. In addition, is also part of a trilogy, so if you finish The Summer I Turned Pretty, you can continue reading the series throughout the summer. Lastly, the book has also been adapted into a popular show,

If you are looking for a more suspenseful book, try We Were Liars. It is a psychological thriller set on a private island in the summer. The story follows a girl as she navigates through confusing and scary events. It is a perfect short mystery read. We Were Liars also has a sequel, called Family of Liars which continues on the story.

Thrifting- A good way to spend day with friends, it's cheap and you can usually find some good items. Anywhere from bins to racks, thrifting is welcoming to all and can be as serious or relaxing as you want. Not to mention how sustainable buying second-hand clothes is.

Trampoline sleepover- Pick a night with warm dry weather, find a friend with a trampoline, and sleep under the stars. Line the trampoline walls with sheets and lights and cover the base with blankets and pillows. Talk, sleep, and just hang out in your very own little tent.

Dance in the rain- While usually when raindrops start to fall people run to shelter, instead you should

enjoy the rain. Just go outside and dance, if you don't like dancing, sit or stand in the rain. Look around you and take a moment of gratitude.

Make a summer playlist- There is nothing better than being able to remember some of your best memories through great songs. Pick out songs ahead of time that give summer vibes or add some you played/heard a lot during summer.

See the sunrise- Getting up early can be a pain, especially when you don't have to. However, making an effort to get up one morning to see the sunrise will put you in a good mood for the rest of the day. While you watch, just take a second, take a deep breath, and appreciate life.

Concerts for Summer

Rose McLarty, X

Summer is just around the corner, and so is the season of concerts! Concerts are one of my favorite parts of summer because you are guaranteed to have a good time. Whether it is at Nationwide Arena, the Schottenstein Center, or Kemba Live, any chance to see your favorite artist is an opportunity you should take. Here are some of the most anticipated acts coming to Columbus this summer that you won’t want to miss. Grab a group of friends and buy your tickets before they sell out!

ReSet concert series will be coming to Kemba from June twenty-third

to the twenty-fifth. This traveling concert series has some of the hottest names in music right now: artists like Clairo, Boygenius, and Steve Lacy will be performing . On July first, Drake and 21 Savage will be at the Schottenstein, and on July fifteenth, Big Time Rush will play at the same location.

If your favorite genre is country music, then you are in luck. Put on your cowboy boots and get ready to sing because there are a variety of must-see country artists taking the stage this summer in Columbus.

Zac Brown Band will be playing at Nationwide Arena on June thirtieth and Morgan Wallen will be at Ohio Stadium on August eleventh, to name a couple.

To wrap up the summer, we are throwing it back a few decades. The iconic Stevie Nicks and Billy Joel will be at Ohio Stadium on August fifth. Just three days later Def Leppard and Motley Crew will take the stage on August eighth. Bring your parents along to these throwback concerts to allow them to relive the good old days.

Pop, country, rap, or rock, for every genre of music that speaks to you there is a concert out there for you! Enjoy the moment, the music, and the memories, the energy of concerts is unlike any other. To see the full roster of concerts in Columbus this summer, visit www.axs.com.

Another mystery option is Where the Crawdads Sing, a book about a young girl living alone, who get’s wrapped up in a murder investigation. The book is set in the South and is a deeper and heavier read, but still enticing enough to entertain you during the summer.

Malibu Rising, a historical fiction novel set in the 1980s by Taylor Jenkins Reed, is a book about one unforgettable night and the drama that it entails. This book would be perfect for anyone interested in history but it also incorporates romance, family, and mystery.

All these books are great options to keep you reading this summer. Although you already have assigned reading from school, these books will hopefully provide entertainment outside of school requirements, had help you stay reading throughout the summer!

Photos Courtesy of Google

Madeline Metzbower

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Ciara Latham, XII

To the avid readers of Silhouette: thank you. There was no feeling quite like sending out an issue and sharing it with the CSG community. I’ll miss hearing from students and teachers about favorite reads, best verbatim quotes, and what should be in the next issue. To me, it is this engagement that is at the heart of Silhouette. Silhouette newspaper is student-made and community driven. So I cannot express what an honor it was to serve as Editorin-Chief all year long without accrediting the talented writers that made it possible.

This year I’ve seen

many emerging talents like Maddie Metzbower, Isabella Mcintyre, Delaney Woods, and Vivian Lamendola who bring freshness and creativity to the staff. I’ve also been lucky enough to witness the significant growth of staff members such as Lauren Larochelle, Pilar Walton, Rose McLarty, Elise Barber, and Sheryl Sui— among this group are leaders and valuable contributors to this publication. I’ve also been impressed by the work of Madi Kim, Sarah Alexander, Zella Lamaze, and Lilly Kern. Each one is an exceptionally skilled writer and always willing to step up to the plate to help craft an amazing issue. Last, but far from

least, I must congratulate Allie Salamon and Della Jones. I have full confidence that this pair will continue to elevate Silhouette Newspaper as their respective skill sets are boundless. Della and Allie, I cannot think of a more deserving, more dedicated, or more equipped choice than you both to lead Silhouette next year.

As I go off into the real world to pursue journalism, I will forever remember the foundation for my interest. So, I give one final thanks to the people of Silhouette who have left a lasting impact on my education and my life.

Bye for now! Your Editor-in-Chief, Ciara Latham.

Thank You, Gabi!

Gabi Yuan, an editor during first semester and a graduating senior, would also like to give her thanks to the paper:

I hope you have all enjoyed reading Silhouette this year as much as I have enjoyed writing for it. This year, some of the articles I wrote include the recurring senior feature, an exclusive interview with the beloved Ms. Nelson, creating the backpage quizzes, and many more. Since joining Silhouette my freshman year, I’ve written about many more topics that are both dear to me and CSG.

Silhouette has truly been a highlight during my time

Meet Your New Editors!

He llo readers of Silhouette! Our names are Della Jones and Allie Salamon, and we are so excited to be your 2023-2024 Editors-in-Chief. We want to make this paper a fun, collaborative, informative, and enjoyable space for students to express themselves and their interests. So with that being said, here is a little bit about us.

“M y name is Della Jones. Writing has always been an important part of my high school experience. I was able to channel aspects of creative writing and investigative journalism starting my freshman year as a member of Silhouette club. I found a love in writing about what I feel passionate about. I enjoyed working on staff last

year, and I was able to hone in my leadership skills as junior editor this year. Thank you, Silhouette, for all that you have given me, and I am looking forward to helping lead this amazing publication next year.

“I am Allie Salamon. My favorite part about being on Silhouette is designing page layouts. I have been a staff member since my freshman year, and I found a community within the writers and designers on this amazing team. While on Silhouette I learned new writing techniques and have improved my writing skills. I have also learned how to be more collaborative with others. Through this, I have become more confident in myself and working with my peers. I am so excited to be your Editor-inChief.”

here, and I am incredibly grateful to have been able to work so closely with the newspaper. Silhouette has been an outlet for me to connect with fellow passionate writers, while also growing my writing skills beyond creative writing and into the journalistic world. Through the endless hours of brainstorming ideas, writing multiple drafts of articles, and learning how to format layouts on Indesign, I have gained an immense amount of knowledge that I plan to carry with me to college and beyond. With the privilege of being both editor my junior and senior year, leading and learning from others in the classroom, I will miss Silhouette deeply. Dr.

Hattaway and Dr. Miklos, thank you for being so supportive in nurturing our grand visions for the newspaper. Ciara, it was absolutely wonderful to have worked alongside you and together, we have led Silhouette to produce amazing and worldly articles. To the Silhouette staff, thank you for always being so patient and enthusiastic when asked to branch out and write new articles and design layouts. And finally, to the future of Silhouette, I know that Allie and Della will continue to lead the newspaper to produce brilliant articles that will not only change the community here at CSG, but far beyond in the future. Thank you.

Help Wanted

Do you love writing?

Do you like to design eye-catching page layouts? Are you looking for more ways to contribute to the CSG community? If so, CSG’s newspaper, Silhouette, is the space for all that. By joining Silhouette, you can inform your community, learn something new, or write a fun article for others to enjoy. As well as putting hard work and effort into a page layout that grabs readers attention. You will learn lifelong skills such as how to verbalize and eventually write what is important to you, how to become a strong interviewer, and how to manage time effectively. We are always looking for more writers,

designers, and photographers, so if that sounds like your jam, come join us! We have lots of fun together, and in many of our meetings, donuts are included. We hope to see many new faces next year, and we are excited for more amazing issues to be published!

One that note, Silhouette would like to congratulate all writers, designers, photographer, and anyone else who contributed to this newspaper in some capacity. This has been an amazing year, and the work that has been done would not be possible without the hardworking staff. We appriciate you all so much!

Silhouette's Editor-in-Chief in all her glory. Thank you for all you have done for this newspaper! Photo courtesy of Ciara Latham, XII

Gabrielle Yuan, XII

A photo of our editors smiling on a sunny day! We will miss you both next year. Photo courtesy of Olivia Morse, XII.

Your new editors pre and post glow-up. Photo courtesy of Dr. Hattaway

Della Jones and Allie Salamon, XI

Hoka Hype

Whether you’re at the gym, practice, or even at school you are likely to spot somebody wearing Hoka sneakers. But what makes them so special?

Hoka’s sales have gone up 90% since this time last year and are taking the footwear industry by storm. At first, the company’s goal was to create a better, stronger shoe that could optimize steep downhill runs. But in the past year, they have expanded their target audience to ages 18-80. They have now come up with many different products including sandals, racing spikes, and even a clothing line.

Elise Barber, X the minimalist designs and colors that can add a pop of color to any outfit. Their popularity couldn't have skyrocketed without the help of fitness, lifestyle, and athlete influencers across social media. Celebrities like Harry Styles, Britney Spears, and even Kylie Jenner have been spotted rocking the shoes. Hokas were designed with relief and stability in mind. They have a wider toe box which maximizes comfort and lessens the risks of uncomfortable conditions. Their iconic chunky sole makes for a more enjoyable run by providing extra cushion to support your heels.

Hokas were first worn by elite athletes but have recently made their way to the everyday shoe category. Many appreciate

So maybe next time you go shopping, you can go check out the Hokas and see what all the hype is about.

How To Make The Best Smoothies

Lauren LaRochelle, X and enjoy your one of a kind smoothie!

What you will need:

1 banana

1 container yogurt or ½ cup of milk (regular, almond, oat, etc.)

1 cup Ice

A spoonful of Protein powder (optional)

Fresh or frozen fruit, I prefer strawberries and blueberries!

A blenderw

And your Favorite CSG cup!

Instructions:

Add banana milk and ice to blender, and blend until smooth

Then reopen the blender and add the rest of the ingredients (protein powder and fruit), mix

P.S. when pouring try not to spill your smoothie!

Photo Courtesy of Hoka

All Photos Courtesy of Lauren LaRochelle, X