The Central Digest

Alumni Spotlight: Susan Kendall (’78) Carries School Spirit Even After Retirement

Bailey Brantingham, Editor • March 25, 2021

Throughout the decades, there have been many Central alumni who can say they truly represented their school. Among these, Susan Kendall, class of 1978, has shown a true dedication to Central even after...

Alumni Spotlight: James Walker (’84) Continues to Serve Community and Central

Luke Keown, Staff Writer • March 9, 2021

Central High has produced many students that have gone on to leave a legacy in the Harrison community; few have had such a positive impact as 1984 graduate James Walker. During his time at Central,...

Alumni Spotlight: Kara (’04) and Mark (’02) Eidson Serve as Flight Nurses For Life Force

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor • February 22, 2021

As many students are looking towards the future, there are many Central graduates who they can look to as an example. Countless Central Alumni are making a difference in the world. This includes Kara...

Central Alumnus D’Andre Anderson (2017) is Running for Chattanooga City Council

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer • February 19, 2021

D'Andre Anderson graduated from Central with the class of 2017. For the past four years, he has been advocating for more student rights and greater environments for not only Chattanooga schools but for...

Alumni Spotlight: Winnie Wheeler (’46) Reflects on Her Experience at Central During War Times

Bailey Brantingham, Editor • January 19, 2021

Over the years, many faces matriculate and graduate from Central High School. Many of these faces go on to become distinguished Central alumni, whether it be through the Alumni Association or just expressing...

Alumni Spotlight: Suzy Hall (’81) Shares Her Motivation to Become a Hamilton County Staff Member

Kendra Jones, Staff Writer • November 30, 2020

Many Central alumni begin their teaching careers in Hamilton County schools. Among them is alumna Suzy Hall, who is Hunter Middle School's librarian. Hall began her journey at Central in 1977. She...

The Life and Legacy of Central Legend Connie Hay

Luke Keown, Staff Writer • November 20, 2020

If you have attended a Central sporting event over the last 40 years, chances are you have seen Connie Hay. From the 1970's up until his passing in 2019, Connie Hay was devoted to Central High. Connie...

Former Central Students Sandrea Sylman and Madison Rogers Named as New Girls’ Basketball Coaches

Grayson Catlett, Columnist • November 16, 2020

It is always comforting to see alumni return to Central with hopes to add more character to the school that they once attended. This year, in lieu of Rick May's resignation as girls' basketball head coach,...

Central Alumna Ruth DeSha Ramsey Celebrates 100

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor • November 10, 2020

Bertie Ruth DeSha Ramsey is a Central alumna from the class of 1939, and she recently celebrated her 100 birthday. She was born and raised in Chattanooga. While she was not heavily involved at Central,...

Alumni Spotlight: Central Commemorates Coach John Crawford (’68)

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer • September 28, 2020

Coach John Crawford graduated from Central High School in 1968 and was in the last class to have graduated from Dodds Avenue. After graduating, Crawford found himself at Murray State University, majoring...