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CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL THEATER PROGRAM PRESENT FIRST PLAY OF THE YEAR -- The cast pose for a group picture after their performance.

Central High Theater Program Present First Play of the Year

Matthew Davis, Assisstant Editor October 30, 2017

The Central High Theater program has taken a long journey. At first, theater was simply another class. Students learned how to write plays, but only ever performed small scenes for each other. Now, the...

RICK ROGERS NAMED EDUCATOR OF THE WEEK  -- Mr. Rogers next to the memorial for Josh Cheeks, one of his previous students.

Central High School Special Education Teacher Rick Rogers Awarded Educator of the Week

Bailey Brantingham, Staff Writer October 25, 2017

News Channel 9 has awarded Rick Rogers, a special education teacher at Central High School, the honor of being Educator of the Week . He was recognized with this honor on October 16, and has been recognized...

A FANTASMIC! WIN -- The Central Sound of Chattanooga performing their 2017-18 show 'Fantasmic!' at A Bradley Classic Competition.

Central’s Marching Band Celebrates First Place in A Bradley Classic Competition

DayOnna Carson, Head Staff Writer October 24, 2017

Central's marching band is an active member of several competitions and festivals throughout the year. On September 30, the marching band competed in the 33rd Annual A Bradley Classic event, leaving with...

MS. ALEXANDER , CENTRAL'S NEW COLLEGE ADVISOR -- Ms. Alexander talks to students.

Central Welcomes New College Advisor, Ms. Stacy Alexander

Madi Blackburn, Staff Writer October 24, 2017

On Central's student's arrival from fall break, one of the changes that surprised many of us was greeting the new college advisor, Ms. Stacy Alexander. Central's former college advisor, Ms. Robin Moore,...

CENTRAL 1952-1953 ANNOUNCERS CLUB -- Gene Goodner, Kenneth Burns, Carrol Norrell, Pat Armstrong, Mary Becker, Charles Cooper, Rita Williams, Jean Hixon, Maureena Reid, Vance Fry, George Grey, and Lesilie Greenburg are members of the club.

Looking Back: Site Across from Memorial Hospital Considered for New 1952 Central Building

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief October 24, 2017

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article contains summaries of articles from past issues of The Central Digest. Once per month, the Digest will look back into our archives to see what was happening around...

POWDERPUFF TIME -- Juniors and seniors gathered on the field Friday for the annual powderpuff game

Hey, Hay Hay!: Seniors Dominate at Powderpuff

Haylee Smith, Columnist October 23, 2017

It is that time of the year again: homecoming week. The week everyone comes out of dress code to show their best for each theme of the day. However, homecoming week is not just about dressing up or the...

STUDYING IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS -- Sophomore student Breanna Johnson catches up on her reading assignment.

It Is Time To Get Serious About Grades

Sam Helmholtz, Staff Writer October 23, 2017

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...

STUDENTS GET READY TO VOTE FOR 2017-2018 HOMECOMING KING AND QUEEN-- Senior class nominees for the 2017 Homecoming court  (left to right) Essence Dandy, Katee Herron, Kania Ricks, Zaria Spencer, Madison Young, Jalen Ervin, Michael Ervin, Hayden Lakin, and Joshua Sizemore are pictured.

Students Vote For 2017-2018 Homecoming King and Queen

Meghan Duncan, Sports Editor October 19, 2017

Homecoming is the event that almost all students look forward too, including Spirit Week. From Millionaire Monday all the way to Television Thursday, the students are more than ready to dress up and get...

CONCUSSION ARE A WORRY AT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL -- Central's football team running in at the start of a football game.

Concussions Are A Worry At Central High School

Jailon Jackson, Staff Writer October 17, 2017

Football is one of the most dangerous sports to play. There are a lot of things that can happen during a football game or even practice. Injuries are a major issue in this sport and can ruin a player's...

TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: APRIL SLATTON JOINS THE PURPLE POUNDER FAMILY -- Mrs. Slatton ends her 13 year streak at Lookout Valley Middle - High School to become a Purple Pounder

Teacher Spotlight: April Slatton Joins the Purple Pounder Family

Matthew Davis, Assistant Editor October 16, 2017

Teachers are one of the most important and iconic parts of Central High School. From Mrs. Staton and her rats to Mr. Seals and CNN10, we recognize these mentors as soon as we hear their name. However,...

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