For classics club, it's carpe diem

From: The Boston Globe | Date: May 8, 1998| Author: Beth Daley, Globe Staff | Copyright information

Quick: What woman in Greek mythology gave birth to her own grandchildren? What is the translation of the Latin noun "sagitta"? What Amazon queen came to the Trojans' assistance?

Latin Academy freshman Saba Asmelash knows, because she and about 200 fellow students spend precious after-school hours all year long studying Latin grammar, Roman history, architecture, Greek mythology, and culture.

Their loose-knit classics club is exceptional in its scope and accomplishments, and tomor...