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The Central Digest

CENTRAL STUDENTS TAKE PSAT/NMSQT -- The PSAT/NMSQT is designed for sophomores and juniors and opens the doors to countless opportunities.

The PSAT/NMSQT Presents Opportunities for Central Students

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor February 2, 2021

Every semester ends with dreaded End of Course exams, and most students are glad for standardized testing to be over with for some time.  However, as testing was ending several students were preparing...

SENIORS MEET WITH COUNSELORS FOR FINAL SEMESTER HELP -- Stacy Alexander talks to three students about future testing protocol. File Photo from 2020.

Senior Counselors Hold Zoom Meeting for Help on Financial Aid and Graduation

Grayson Catlett, Columnist January 29, 2021

This year's seniors have just entered their final semester of high school. With those final months of "senior-itis" come important moments, like applying to colleges and financial aid, ordering yearbooks,...

THE LADY POUNDERS LOOK TO MAKE PROGRESS -- Junior Alexis Kennedy shoots a free throw against Boyd Buchanan.

The Central Girls’ Basketball Team is Looking Up

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor January 28, 2021

The girls basketball team has had a rough start to their season. Connecting as a team has been a challenge, especially as COVID-19 rages on. The team's already limited time together was cut short again...

CHANGING TIMES CALL FOR A NEW SAFETY TEAM -- SRO Marcus Dotson is working on keeping everyone safe while keeping his distance.

Changing Times Call for a New Safety Team

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer January 27, 2021

As the school year brings more and more uncertainty, the staff at Central is striving to make everybody feel safe. Officer Marcus Dotson has put a plan into action to provide continuous protection over...

NEW GUIDELINES ARISE FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AT THE START OF SECOND SEMESTER -- The Central Voices performed at Channel 3's Share Your Christmas event in 2019.

Phase 0? New Guidelines Are Established for Extracurricular Activities

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor January 26, 2021

"Health Guidelines" is a phrase that has become all too familiar in the past year. The Hamilton County Department of Education has focused on creating guidelines that keep everyone learning safely.  As...

CENTRAL BOYS' BASKETBALL SECURE WIN IN SEASON'S FIRST HOME GAME -- Senior Brian Allen Jr. looks up for an open pass down the court.

Pounders’ Basketball Secure Win in First Home Game

Luke Keown, Staff Writer January 25, 2021

The boys' season began on November 17, and after only three games, the season was put on pause due to the Hamilton County school system reverting to Phase One.  In early January, the school system announced...

CENTRAL STAFF AND STUDENTS DISAPPOINTED AFTER MANY CANCELLED EVENTS THIS SCHOOL YEAR-- Many school events, including the choir's annual holiday concert pictured above, have been cancelled or postponed.

Central Staff and Students Disappointed After Multiple Cancelled Events This School Year

Bailey Brantingham, Editor January 22, 2021

Over the course of this year, many of Central's events and activities have been cancelled due to COVID-19 safety precautions and guidelines. These cancelled events, whether annual or new, have become missed...

TOPPING 2020 OFF WITH THE CORONAVIRUS -- Senior Columnist Grayson Catlett sits in his bed with a face covering on.

The Gray Area: Ending 2020 With a Quarantine

Grayson Catlett, Columnist January 21, 2021

The holiday season has arrived, giving everyone happiness and gifts to finish an unorthodox year. My family was making plans to visit relatives in Georgia for our Christmas, and everything seemed to be...

SEVEN CENTRAL FOOTBALL PLAYERS RECEIVED DISTRICT AWARDS FOR THE 2020 SEASON -- Central's award-receivers are listed with their respective award.

Seven Central Football Players Receive District Awards

Amber Burchfield, Staff Writer January 20, 2021

Central's 2020 football season came to an end in late October. The team had its good and bad days over the course of the season, but with each game, they were able to improve themselves. Central is looking...

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