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The Central Digest

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The Central Digest

BASKETBALL AND BOOKS --  Ryan Montgomery plans to excel in the classroom and on the court.

Central Students Make New Year’s Resolutions

Judith Bell, Staff Writer January 22, 2015

With the year coming to a start, many people have begun to change certain things in their lives to make 2015 better than 2014. New Year's resolutions have been popular for a long time, dating all the way...

INTO THE WOODS -- Famous fairy tale characters and celebrities come together in one movie.

“Into The Woods” Movie Review

Justin Metcalf, Staff Writer January 21, 2015

For those who grew up loving classic fairy tales and Disney sing-alongs, "Into The Woods", directed by Rob Marshell, is a childhood dream come true. This film, adapted from a musical of the same name,...

FROM PLAYER TO COACH -- Coach Sandrea Sylman was one of the Lady Pounders' star players during her time on the team. File photo from 2014.

Sylman Capping Off Her Four-Year Basketball Career

Allie Nedeau, Editor-in-Chief January 8, 2015

Central High Basketball is in Sandrea Sylman's genes. "Basketball is a big sport in my family. My brother played here [at Central], my uncle played, and my dad knew a lot about it. I was always around...

IT'S SHOWTIME! -- "It's A Wonderful Life - The Musical" is being presented this weekend at the Colonnade.

Acting Out: Student Balances Academics, Sports, Social Life, and Performances

Jadyn Snakenberg, Copy Editor December 16, 2014

For many, learning lots of lines, devoting countless hours of practice, and performing in front of hundreds of people sounds like a nightmare, but for Jared Eddy, it's a passion. He manages to juggle theater...

A CHECK LARGER THAN LIFE -- Ms. Thomas presented this check to her psychology students with (from left to right) Sergeant Major David Lewis and Lieutenant Colonel Bill Brooks.

Thomas and Psychology Students Reach Goal for Soldier’s Best Friend Project

Judith Bell, Staff Writer December 15, 2014

After many hours of fundraising and drawing awareness to soldiers who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Ms. Lauren Thomas and her psychology students raised $2,500, the cost to train one service...

'TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY -- A few Ruriteens took a picture together after finishing the East Ridge Life Care Center.
(From left to right) Ayanna Esdaile, Ruriteen Sponsor Senorita Rebecca Feher, Brianna Forte, Antanisha Watkins, Ruriteen Treasurer Michelle Hoang, and Ruriteen President and Central Digest Writer Judith Bell.

The Ruriteen Club Decorates East Ridge Life Care Center

Judith Bell, Staff Writer December 5, 2014

Christmas is twenty days away, and the spirit of holiday cheer is in full effect. Everyone is buzzing with excitement as they look forward to receiving money, the latest games, or the newest clothes. During...

THE LANDING -- Cooper, Brand, and Doyle explore an unknown planet.

“Interstellar” Movie Review

Jared Eddy, Assistant Sports Editor December 2, 2014

Director Christopher Nolan is known for thought-provoking and visually stunning films, and his new movie "Interstellar" is a great example of this. The story focuses on Cooper (played by Matthew McConaughey),...

WE BLEED GOLD AND PURPLE -- Freshman Brandon Huyler and other students donate blood and save lives.

Annual Fall Blood Drive – Another Great Success

Justin Metcalf, Staff Writer November 24, 2014

181 Central students participated in the annual fall blood drive on Thursday, November 13. The blood drive was put together by Colonel Bill Brooks, one of the JROTC instructors at Central, and his students....

A COMMITMENT TO KEEP -- Upon leaving the assembly, students signed this banner, signifying that they accepted Rachel's Challenge.

Rachel’s Challenge Starts a Chain Reaction at Central

Savannah Smith, Staff Writer November 24, 2014

Central is experiencing a chain reaction that will never be forgotten. Students were sent to an assembly called Rachel's Challenge on Tuesday, November 11. They learned about Rachel Joy Scott and her...

LARGE AND IN CHARGE -- (From left to right) Superintendent Rick Smith, Donna Horn, Chairperson Sierra Turner, Dennis Huggins, and Dr. Greg Martin.

Central High School Concludes Book Drive

Alyssa Rosenzweig, Managing Editor November 24, 2014

Beginning in the middle of October, Central High School put together a book drive to collect books for those who cannot afford them. Teachers asked their students to bring in a variety of books, whether...

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