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The Central Digest

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The Central Digest

THE CENTRAL ROBOTICS TEAM WINS THIRD PLACE IN THE STATE QUALIFIERS-- (From left to right) Mr. Keith Bright and a member of the winning team, Edward Rhymer, hold the third place trophy from VEX, next to the award winning robot.

Central Skills USA Team Takes Third Place

Brittney Hoang, Staff Writer December 5, 2016

On November 16, 2016, the Central Skills USA Robotics team took home the third place trophy at the VEX Robotics State Qualifiers at Chattanooga State, qualifying team to compete in the state competition,...

NEW TROPHY CASES -- After an impressive amount of outstanding awards, Central receives new cases to display achievements.

Central Alumni Aids in the Purchase of New Trophy Cases to Display Central’s Awards

Eleanor Simmons, Staff Writer November 28, 2016

Since Chattanooga Central High School first opened its doors for the first time, the school has received hundreds of trophies and awards, with more and more being added ever year. This school year,...

THE CHANGE IN THE PRINTING PROCESS-- (Left) Ditto paper, composed of one carbon ink sheet, an original copy sheet, and a thin sheet in between separating the ink and original copies. These sheets were used by the mimeograph, which was used as the main copying method in the 20th century. (Right) The present day copying machine requires only copy paper and a computer source to print and make copies.

From Blackboards to Promethean Boards, Classroom Technology Continues to Evolve

Brittney Hoang, Staff Writer November 18, 2016

From the start of Central High School, on Highway 58, until present day, it is apparent that the role of technology in the classroom for teachers and student has changed greatly. "Technology is making...

SET SAIL TODAY! -- Climb aboard the Nina and Pinta and take a look at history.

Review: The Nina and Pinta Make Their Way to Chattanooga

Savannah Smith, Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2016

Ahoy! Ahoy! The Niña and The Pinta have docked their ships in Chattanooga this year! The Columbus Foundation along with the exact replicas of The Niña and The Pinta, built in 2005, are sailing their...

DONALD TRUMP SET TO BECOME 45TH PRESIDENT -- Republican president-elect Donald Trump delivers his acceptance speech during his election night event.

Central Has Differing Opinions as Trump Clinches Long Election to Become 45th President of the United States

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor November 10, 2016

The 2016 election is one for the history books. With no previous held office or military background, businessman Donald Trump became the 45th President-elect of the United States of America just before...

CENTRAL SPANISH TEACHER MR. JOSE SANCHEZ INSTRUCTS HIS SPANISH II CLASS--Mr. Sanchez explains to students ways to remember Spanish vocabulary words by correlating the words with English words.

Teacher Spotlight: Mr. Sanchez’s Bucket List Includes Recording CD with His Family

Brittney Hoang, Staff Writer November 10, 2016

The school year of 2016-2017 marks the 32nd year that Mr. Jose Sanchez, a Central Spanish Teacher, has been devoted to instructing Central High students. Mr. Sanchez was born in Brownsville, Brooklyn,...

MR. DAUM IS THE BEST OF THE BEST! -- Mr. John Daum is one of Central's most beloved teachers!

Teacher Spotlight: Mr. John Daum is a Beloved Member of Central High School

Shelby Campbell, Copy Editor November 9, 2016

Mr. John Daum is a favorite teacher among students at Central High School. After graduating from Summit University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science in Bible Studies, he began his career in teaching all...

GRANT MONEY OFFERS NEW LAB EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS -- Tina Cotreau experiments in the lab with forensic science student Walker Waters.

Cotreau Wins $600 Junior League Grant for Water Flea Study

Meghan Duncan, Staff Writer November 8, 2016

The Junior League Grant is a reward given by the the Junior League of Chattanooga (JLC) to teachers who have applied to win money for their class. Teachers are selected every year and the money is directed...

Tina Staton and EF Tours Provide You the Opportunity of a Lifetime -- St. Patrick's Cathedral looks stunning during daytime.

Staton Taking Central Students to Scotland and Ireland in Summer 2017

Victoria Dutilly, Staff Writer November 8, 2016

Are there any countries you are just dying to visit? Well, with the help of  Tina Staton, Central's psychology and sociology teacher with Education Tours (EF), your dream can become a reality. This...

STAFF MEMBERS HARD AT WORK -- (Left to right) Central Digest Assistant Editor Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief Savannah Smith, Copy Editor Shelby Cambell, and adviser Gregory Cantrell discuss a new story suggestion.

Inside the Central Digest: Story Suggestions Update

Zeena Whayeb, Staff Writer November 4, 2016

A new "Story Suggestions" tab is available on the Central Digest website (centraldigest.com). This will allow students, alumni or anyone for that matter to submit stories to the Central Digest staff. The...

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