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The Central Digest

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The Central Digest

MISSING MS. WHITE — Ms. Sally White poses with Central graduate and former Central Digest Editor in Chief Preston Fore.

Missing Ms. White

Morgan Snyder, Columnist September 24, 2019

As the school year began, I felt a heavy, missing presence in the halls of Central High School. Our beloved Ms. Sally White, a favorite among many, is off to achieve new heights at the Chattanooga High...

GOODBYE, CENTRAL HIGH -- Senior Columnist Morgan Snyder reminisces on her final year at Central.

A Morganic Beginning

Morgan Snyder, Columnist September 11, 2019

Those of you reading this column may know me, but quite honestly, most of you do not. For those of you who already know me, I am now a member of the Digest! Look at me. Go me. For my readers who do not...

PRINCIPAL IANNARONE CHATS WITH A STUDENT -- Principal Iannarone gives a warm welcome back to a Central student.

Principal Phil Iannarone Has Got His Eye on a Clear 2020 School Year

Morgan Snyder, Columnist August 29, 2019

Former Central teacher Phil Iannarone is taking over as Central's new, permanent principal. Though this upcoming year will be his nineteenth year teaching, it has been ten years since Mr. Iannarone's face...

GOODBYE COLUMN -- Columnist Laurelie Holmberg leaps for joy as graduation approaches.

Goodbye Column

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist May 2, 2019

Over the years, I have made many interesting choices in my life. Some choices were made spur of the moment, while others I pondered for months. I tend to be a very rational person, often weighing out the...

THE COLLEGE CRUNCH: WHAT TO DO AFTER HIGH SCHOOL -- Senior Columnist Laurelie Holmberg has decided to attend Middle Tennessee State University next fall, but she still has words of advice for students who are undecided about their future endeavors.

The College Crunch: What to Do After High School

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist April 8, 2019

Senior year is a busy time for many students; ACT testing, college visits, and normal school work tend to accumulate quickly. It can often feel as if one is drowning in a sea of school. For most seniors,...

TWO TRUTHS ONE LAURELIE READY, SET, PANDAS -- Students watch live panda cams during their  downtime as a way to unwind from a stressful day of school.

Two Truths, One Laurelie: Lights, Camera, Pandas!

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist February 28, 2019

Animal cams became wildly popular after one giraffe, named April, was filmed during her pregnancy. Social media covered her every move, creating a star overnight. Since then, many animal cams have popped...

A STUDY OF THE STEADY DECLINE IN SCHOOL PRODUCT QUALITY -- R'Iana Taylor (left) holds toilet paper sample for research purposes.

A Study of the Steady Decline in School Product Quality

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist February 16, 2019

Often times, while scrolling through social media, I like to compare my work to others in the journalism field. Lately, I have felt as if my work has been closer to fake news than real journalism. Powerful...

New Year, nEw mE -- The start of the new year is a popular time for lifestyle changes and new adventures!

Two Truths, One Laurelie: New Year, nEw mE

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist January 15, 2019

Let's be honest here guys, New Year's resolutions are kind of a joke. We often tell ourselves we are going to lose weight or learn to play the violin. One year, I decided to learn how to do a handstand....

OVERLOOKED STAFF ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT  -- School Secretary, Mrs. Terry Rogers, as one of Central's most dedicated staff members, answers the phone.

School Secretary, Terry Rogers, Continues to Serve as the Light of Central High

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist December 5, 2018

Central High is composed of over 900 students and more than 50 staff members, many of which have dedicated their lives to the school and the students who grace the halls every day. Many faculty members...

MISSING: ONE TURKEY, IF FOUND DO NOT MENTION THANKS OR GIVING -- Happy Thanksgiving!

MISSING: ONE TURKEY, If Found Do Not Mention Thanks or Giving

Laurelie Holmberg, Columnist November 22, 2018

Jingle Bells Jingle Bells, Thanksgivings on the way! It is holiday season my friends and things are getting warm and toasty... and maybe even smelly? Thanksgiving is on the way and I can already smell...

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