The final step in becoming a SUA Global Scholar is to present your final Capstone Projects. The ten Senior Global Scholars presented their amazing projects May 1st. We are so proud of our first graduating cohort of Global Scholars!
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Students in Ms. Elsbrock’s class volunteered at the Melrose Garden in Walnut Hills as part of their studies on the social justice of food systems. They’ve been clearing weeds, trash, and brush, while learning about the importance of urban community gardens. Did you know that our school neighborhood of Walnut Hills boasts eight community gardens that you can participate in?
Students in Mr. Eckerle’s photography classes made and sent 17 personalized portraits to children in Honduras through The Memory Project, an organization that promotes intercultural learning through art.
HAPPY ASIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER MONTH!
Lot’s to celebrate as this month as we take time to honour and recognize the important roles Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have played in American history over time, and the impact they have had over the years, over the many generations. Here at SUA, every grade level learned, honoured, and celebrated API in many different ways;
Freshmen – Focus: Food
Freshmen explored the diverse flavors and influences of Asian and Pacific Islander cuisine. They sampled delicious dishes from Onolicious Hawaii, including musubi (a rice and spam roll), shoyu chicken (flavorful shredded chicken), and haupia (a coconut jelly-like dessert).
Sophomores – Focus: Regalia & Clothing
Sophomores learned about traditional clothing and accessories from various Asian and Pacific Islander cultures. As part of the experience, they created fans inspired by different countries—Korean Buchae Dance fans, Chinese tassel fans, and Indian Independence Day fans. Fans are often used in cultural dances and ceremonies. The activity was calm, creative, and enjoyable.
Juniors – Focus: Traditions & Celebrations
Juniors explored traditional customs and celebrations across API cultures. Their hands-on experience included getting henna designs—an art form common in several API and other cultural traditions. Four henna artists decorated students’ hands while others enjoyed making origami and coloring themed pages. The atmosphere was relaxing, social, and engaging.
Seniors – Focus: Music & Dance
Seniors learned about music and dance styles from different API cultures. In the gym, they danced along with Padma, a guest from India, who taught them various moves and explained their cultural significance. The session was lively, interactive, and a lot of fun for everyone.
CINCY COMMUNITY - If you missed the Asian Food Festival this past weekend, mark your calendars for June 15, 2025 for Onolicious’s Luau at Ziegler Park. You can get your tickets on their website here: https://www.onoliciousgrinds.com/
Student Club - HAC (Hands Across Campus) year end celebration.
On April 24, HAC students came together after school to celebrate one another and give a heartfelt send-off to the seniors, with support from families who joined the event. The group reflected on HAC’s history, its lasting impact, and the leaders who have helped shape it over the years—honoring Alicia Tidwell as one of those influential figures. Students shared how Alicia and HAC made a personal difference in their lives and expressed what being part of HAC meant to them.
Like people, programs grow and evolve—HAC will be going through a rebranding process next year to reflect on what to keep, what to change, and how to continue making a meaningful impact.
The event had a warm, relaxed vibe. Kathy Restle described it best: it felt like celebrating a friend or family member’s birthday in a cozy home or backyard setting. A joyful, meaningful gathering all around.
Here are some pictures to enjoy:
