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The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest

The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest

ALL AROUND THE WORLD  -- Psychology teacher, Tina Staton, has pictures in her classroom from her student trips across the world.

Psychology Teacher and World Traveler Tina Staton Shares About Her Trips with Central Students

Samantha Scott, Staff Writer November 18, 2015

Every summer, Central offers a different trip for students to go out of the country. Tina Staton, a psychology teacher, has mentored five of these trips, which last around eight to ten days. Depending...

THEATER NEEDS A NEW PLACE TO REHEARSE -- Although not ideal, theater classes perform in the agora while searching for a new rehearsal area.

Theater Class Struggles To Find A Suitable Home

Brooke Mathews, Staff Writer November 16, 2015

The theater program at Central High school is known for their phenomenal, student-driven productions of Shakespeare and original plays. In 2013, plays were held in the library, which is not the most ideal...

NEW SCHOOL NURSE IS LOOKING FORWARD TO HER FIRST YEAR AT CHS --  Mrs. Cindy Wilson is getting situated in her new office and is excited to begin working as Centrals new nurse.

Central High Welcomes New School Nurse Cindy Wilson

Jacob Johns, Staff Writer November 16, 2015

On November 2, Central High School introduced a new member to its faculty - Cindy Wilson, B.S. in Nursing. Mrs. Wilson has been a nurse for 37 years and came to Central as a transfer nurse from Tyner Academy. ...

SPARING AND STRIKING -- The CHS Bowling team is improving despite 0-6 record this season.

Central Bowling Team Is Improving, Could Use a Win

Celisia Snakenberg, Staff Writer November 14, 2015

The Central Digest cheers on the bowling team as their season rolls on. The Pounders have a record of 0-6 so far. Katie Chambers is the only girl on the team. This is her fourth year bowling for Central. "Since...

STUDENT ATHLETES PUT THE WEIGHT ROOM TO GOOD USE -- Though not totally ideal, CHS athletes use the weight room to improve during the off-seasons of their sports.

Central Athletes Make the Most of Weight Room and Off Season

Andrew Wilson, Staff Writer November 10, 2015

Central High School has a somewhat average weight lifting program compared to other schools. In the past decade, Central has improved its weight room equipment, and Coach Stan Eller plans to use this to...

WORDS, WORDS, AND MORE WORDS -- Todays culture has caused a renaissance in language.

New Words: Where Do They Come From?

Hannah Stone, Columnist November 9, 2015

The English language is constantly growing and changing. New words enter the language, and some fall out of the loop. Fresh trends in language are always appearing - think of abbreviations such as "OMG"...

DODGER IN THE STUDIO -- Patrick Mashburn, 94 Alum, spends his days at the studio  in Evansville, Indiana.

Patrick Mashburn (’94) Entertains as ‘Dodger’ of Evansville’s Classic Rock Station, 107.5 WABX

Justin Metcalf, Staff Writer November 9, 2015

Patrick Mashburn is a Central Class of '94 graduate who makes a living entertaining thousands of people every day. Many know him as "Dodger," the idiosyncratic radio personality of the Evansville, Indiana...

WORKING GIRLS -- Natalie Guevera (left) and Marisa Rawl (right) are two examples of students who have part-time jobs outside of school.

Editorial: High School Students Want Higher Wages

Payton Haley, Staff Writer November 6, 2015

Being in high school offers not only an education, but also many opportunities to go out and have fun. Whether it is an extracurricular activity or just hanging out with friends, there are endless possibilities...

RURITEEN CLUB PAMPERS MCKAMEY SHELTER PUPS -- CHS Ruriteen Club spends a day at McKamey Animal Shelter.

Ruriteen Club Pets, Plays With, and Pampers Puppies and Kittens

Josh Sizemore, Staff Writer November 5, 2015

On October 26, the Ruriteen Club traveled to the McKamey Animal Center to take care of animals in need. While the students were there, they took a tour of the different rooms of the shelter such as the...

GOVERNMENT CLASS  WORKS TO SEND STUDENTS INTO ADULTHOOD AS GOOD CITIZENS -- Government teacher Beverly Hollingsworth teaches CHS seniors about the whys and hows of our country.

Government Class Puts Politics Into Perspective for Central Students

Samantha Scott, Staff Writer November 4, 2015

A government credit is required for all Hamilton County students who want to graduate from high school. The course teaches kids about the nation we live in as well as keeping them informed on important...

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