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EDITORIAL: WHAT IS CENTRALS FAVORITE GIRL SCOUT COOKIE? -- Senior Jazmynn Ball enjoys a Thin Mint in between her classes.

Editorial: What is Central’s Favorite Girl Scout Cookie?

Abby Young, Staff Writer March 12, 2020

Most everyone has been in a similar situation; you have probably walked up to a grocery store or restaurant, only to be bombarded by an army of little girls. They are cute, but very intimidating. If you...

STUDENTS PONDER WHETHER BENCHMARKS ARE NECESSARY — Benchmarks have started this week, leaving many students anxious to find out their results.

Editorial: Are Benchmarks Necessary?

DayOnna Carson, Editor in Chief March 6, 2020

Monday, March 2, marked the beginning of benchmark testing for the third quarter of the 2019-2020 school year. With odd class periods meeting on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and even class periods meeting...

CENTRAL HIGHS PARKING LOT: A CHALLENGE OR LEARNING EXPERIENCE? -- Students, administrators, and parents alike know how hectic and stressful it can be to enter and exit the schools parking lot.

Is Central High’s Parking Lot a Challenge or a Learning Experience?

Jack Graham, Podcaster March 3, 2020

Many would say that driving is a skill that takes time to get good at. However, at schools, first and second year drivers that might not have much experience must navigate the parking lot while avoiding...

SHOULD STUDENTS BE MORE INVOLVED IN POLITICS? -- Depicted above is a roll of I voted circular stickers on a gray background for the November elections in the United States.

Editorial: Should Students Be More Involved in Politics?

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer February 28, 2020

The 2020 elections are slowly creeping up on voters as they try to decide which candidates they will support and which they will vote for. Presidential elections typically see a little over 50% of the...

GROWING CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS LEAD TO POSTPONEMENTS AND CANCELLATIONS -- All Hamilton County Schools have been closed for student health and safety.

Is the Coronavirus Infecting the Minds of People in Good Health?

DayOnna Carson, Editor in Chief February 27, 2020

The year 2020 got off to a really negative start with the increasing tensions between the United States and Iran, which led many to believe that "World War III” would soon commence. Deadly bush fires...

EDITORIAL: LOVE IS IN THE AIR AT CENTRAL HIGH -- Senior James Ortiz, viewed as the most lovable person at Central High, poses with Valentine’s Day decorations.

Editorial: What is ‘Love’?

Cassandra Castillo, Copy Editor February 13, 2020

This time of year is recognized as a time of expressing love and friendship, not only in the U.S., but in other parts of the world as well; Central is no exception. With the romantic atmosphere at an...

EDITORIAL: ARE SCHOOL HALF DAYS NECESSARY? -- Students are gathered at the pep rally. From left to right are Seniors Jahnia Russell, Khalia Shepard, and Janai Blakemore. At the top right is Senior Genesis Harris.

Editorial: Are School Half Days Necessary?

Bailey Brantingham, Head Staff Writer February 10, 2020

School half days are an example of a subject with opinions split straight down the middle. It seems that most students believe half days are the best thing to happen at school since summer break. However,...

CENTRAL QUESTIONS WHETHER DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING‘S DREAM LIVES ON

Central Questions Whether Dr. Martin Luther King’s Dream Lives on

Jaheim Williams, Staff Writer January 17, 2020

Central’s student body is culturally, ethically, and racially diverse. This would not be the case if it were not for the sacrifices that American heroes made during the Civil Rights Movement. One...

2020: A NEW YEAR AND A NEW DECADE -- Central High School is ready to flip the calendar to a new year and decade.

2020: a New Year and a New Decade

Ashley Coleman, Staff Writer December 31, 2019

At midnight, the day will change from Tuesday to Wednesday, but this is not just any normal Wednesday, it is the beginning of a new year as well as a new decade. The dawn of a new calendar year is...

DECK THE HALLS... OR NOT? -- Centrals canned food donation bin is located near the front office, near the schools only holiday decor.

Deck the Halls… or Not?

Morgan Snyder, Columnist December 5, 2019

The holiday season has finally arrived, and Central High School is looking a little more vibrant than usual. It seems like everyone is in a joyous mood, despite the business of December. Students are faced...

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