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The Central Digest

The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest

ALIVIA SMITH IS GOALS IN BASKETBALL-- Smith shoots some goals on the court.

Athlete Spotlight: Alivia Smith is ‘Goals’ in Basketball

Jacob Johns, Business Manager January 15, 2017

Central High School is home for over a hundred different athletes from various different sports and while some found their love and passion in something other than sports, Alivia Smith found her passion...

MR. POTTER AND MR. STRICKLAND BORN ON THE NEW YEAR -- Mr. Edward Potter (Left) and Mr. Chip Strickland (Right) pose for a commemorative photo.

New Year Means ‘Happy Birthday!’ for Two Central High Teachers

Brittney Hoang, Staff Writer January 13, 2017

On Jan. 1, the whole world celebrated the passing of 2016 and the arrival of 2017. Although everyone can wish anyone a Happy New Year, not many can say "Happy Birthday!" on New Year's Day. Central High...

CENTRALS STUDENTS CREATE NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS FOR 2017 -- Students reveal their hopes and goals for the upcoming new year.

Central’s Students Create New Year’s Resolutions for 2017

DayOnna Carson, Staff Writer January 13, 2017

The students and faculty here at Central have decided to commit to various goals in the upcoming year. Most of our school population's resolves are common, such as getting higher grades, having fun, and...

STUDENTS DESCRIBE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL -- Students describe Central in one word.

Editorial: Words To Describe Central By Central Students!

Zeena Whayeb, Staff Writer January 13, 2017

Ever looked for words to describe Central or ever wondered what Central High is like? As students described Central, different opinions came into view. Some students picked "content" as their word. "I...

STUDENTS PRACTICE TAKING THE ACT -- Sophomore Meg Sabanal works diligently to finish her ACT practice test.

Central High School Students Take Practice ACT to Improve Scores

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor January 13, 2017

Students at Central High School were welcomed back from their winter break with a surprise. During the morning hours of Jan. 10 and 11, freshmen, sophomores, and juniors were required to take an ACT practice...

CENTRAL WELCOMES NEW JANITOR RICHARD OWENS -- Richard Owens is pictured working diligently on Centrals campus.

Central High School Welcomes New Custodian, Richard Owens

Victoria Dutilly, Staff Writer January 12, 2017

Students may have noticed that there is a new janitor walking the halls of Central High School. The previous janitor, whom students had become accustomed to, left to pursue a job that was more convenient,...

TEACHER SPOTLIGHT:  MRS. DOBBS CONTINUES TO ENLIGHTEN STUDENTS   THROUGH GERMAN AND LATIN -- Mrs. Dobbs teaches hard-working students.

Teacher Spotlight: Mrs. Dobbs Continues to Enlighten Students Through German and Latin

Eleanor Simmons, Staff Writer January 12, 2017

Mariea Dobbs, whom teaches German and Latin at Central, is loved by many and is a very enthusiastic teacher. "She is an amazing character always so full of life, ideas, and is always very helpful,"...

STUDENTS GET RESULTS OF THEIR PTSA TEST -- Students find out their scores and use them to determine things to work on for the future.

PSAT Scores Show Students Their Highpoints and Downfalls

Matthew Davis, Staff Writer January 12, 2017

Two of the biggest tests in a student's high school career are the ACT and SAT. The two combined are the easiest pathway toward large scholarships and college acceptance. This is why faculty here at Central...

SPEED BUMPS EVERYWHERE -- Columnist Jared Eddy stands next to new speed bump at Central High.

But Seriously: What’s With All The Speed Bumps?

Jared Eddy, Columnist January 10, 2017

With the new year in full swing, some new additions to Central were added over the holiday break and surprised many. A total of 25 speed bumps have been added to the Central High School campus after Central...

CENTRALS TRACK IS IN TERRIBLE CONDITION -- Students hope for funding from Hamilton County Commission.

Central’s Push For A New Track Could Finally Pay Off

Jared Eddy, Columnist January 9, 2017

Last Wednesday, January 4th, the Hamilton County Commission voted against Central High School getting a new track. The commission denied the grant for lack of documentation and information on why the school...

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