Editorial: Should Teachers Be Armed?
Kaylee York, Staff Writer
April 19, 2018
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
In just three short months since 2018 began, there have been 17 school shootings in America where someone has been injured or killed. According to CNN, that averages out to be 1.5 shootings a week. The parameters that CNN counted were as follows: a shooting where at least one person was shot (not including...
‘The Greatest Showman’ is the Greatest Show, Man
Madi Blackburn, Staff Writer
January 24, 2018
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
While some movie critics focus on the technicalities of a movie, most people go to the movies to escape reality. This weekend, I did just that and saw "The Greatest Showman" in theaters. The movie starts out with an energetic, rhythmic musical number that shows P.T. Barnum (Hugh Jackman) performing...
Editorial: Students Reflect on 2017 In Hopes of An Optimistic New Year
Cassandra Castillo, Staff Writer
January 22, 2018
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
The start of the new year arises a hope for new beginnings and a better life in general. With the political situation and racial issues that occurred in 2017, many people are now hoping for a better future in 2018. “First of all, I hope that the political situation changes for the better. I want...
Editorial: Starbucks Holiday Flavors Return; Peppermint Mocha Is Most Popular Among Central Student Body and Faculty
Jake Johns, Copy Editor
December 13, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
From early mornings cramming for tests, to late evenings writing elongated essays, coffee is a high school student's best friend. As Central's Christmas vacation nears its start, globally known coffee company, Starbucks, has released its annual holiday flavors. Many Central students are currently...
Students Are Still Concerned About Safety At School
Bailey Brantingham, Staff Writer
November 28, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase, Student Life
Feeling safe at school is a divided opinion. Some students claim they do not feel safe while they are at school, and some do. It really just depends on where you live. Where some live, they are exposed to dangers like tornados or hurricanes. In other areas, this is barely even a possibility. "Mostly...
Editorial: Central Students and Staff Continue to Show Their School Spirit
Meghan Duncan, Staff Writer
November 10, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase, Student Life
“School Spirit is the pride in the school you attend, and all the positive things that you want to see about it,” exclaimed history teacher, Chris Kribs. At Central, we make things available for everyone. From pep rallies to the student talent show, we take pride in being Central Pounders! Senior...
It Is Time To Get Serious About Grades
Sam Helmholtz, Staff Writer
October 23, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
No matter how much you prepare, the start of school and the sudden surge of work and responsibility hits hard. The first quarter of the new year is simultaneously the easiest and most difficult time. Work is not at its peak, but adjustments to new teachers, peers, schedules, and subjects is a rough undertaking....
Students and Faculty Ponder The Meaning of Life
DayOnna Carson, Head Staff Writer
September 22, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase, Student Life
Students have been asked about their future plans countless times, typically answering with the college and career they would like to pursue. There are many students, however, who are still unsure about what path they want to take. Realistically speaking, it takes time to be hired by the business of...
‘Fall’ing Out of Summer
Madi Blackburn, Staff Writer
September 19, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
The first official day of fall is September 22, but that has not stopped the early spread of fall fever for students and teachers alike that has come with the recent cool weather. Unfortunately, it looks like this fall-inspired weather is going to depart for the next little while. "When the weather...
Editor-in-Chief, Savannah Smith, Hangs Up Clipboard and Says Goodbye to the Central Digest
Savannah Smith, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2017
Filed under Opinion/Editorial, Showcase
Goodbyes are bittersweet. They can be sad, happy, relieving, or even heartbreaking. No goodbye, however, could ever describe the 3 amazing years of being on the Central Digest staff and how in only a few weeks, I will have to say my final goodbyes. I grew up wanting to be a doctor. All through middle...