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The Central Digest

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LUNCH LADIES PUT A POSSIBLE STOP TO FOOD WASTE WITH A FREE FOOD PANTRY — Ashauna Parrish places an unopened food item in the designated cooler for another student to enjoy.

Lunch Ladies put a Possible Stop to Food Waste with a Free Food Pantry

Ashley Coleman, Staff Writer November 25, 2019

School breakfast and lunch are viewed as an integral part of the school day by many students; however, several dismiss them as an essential time of the day because they tend to go hungry. Central's cafeteria...

FCA SUPPORTS OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD BY COLLECTING GIFT DONATIONS — A student packs a gift box for Operation Christmas Child to spread holiday cheer to less fortunate children.

FCA Supports Operation Christmas Child by Collecting Gift Donations

Baylee Ellis, Staff Writer November 23, 2019

As the holiday season rapidly approaches, many people are in search of ways that they can assist in spreading holiday cheer to others. Operation Christmas Child is a nationwide event hosted by Samaritan's...

2019 CAREER EVENT GIVES STUDENTS A VALUABLE INSIGHT INTO THE WORKFORCE — Donovon Armour is with Thomas Fairfield explaining what his job is like at the National Guard to Central Students.

2019 Career Event Gives Students a Valuable Insight into the Workforce

DayOnna Carson, Editor in Chief November 23, 2019

On November 13, Central's students got the opportunity to hear from a multitude representatives from various companies and organizations located in the Chattanooga area. These individuals were able to...

A PEEK INSIDE THE 2019-2020 WRESTLING SEASON -- Jack Neely is wrestling at the preseason tournament in Tullahoma.

A Peek Inside the 2019-2020 Wrestling Season

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor November 22, 2019

Last season was huge for the Central High wrestling team. The team finished second in the dual region and third within the region tournament. All eight of the wrestlers who entered into the region tournament...

CHATTANOOGA TIMES FREE PRESS REPORTER WYATT MASSEY HELPING 2019 DIGEST STAFF -- Religion Reporter Wyatt Massey is speaking with the Digest staff about ways they can improve their reporting.

Chattanooga Times Free Press Reporter Wyatt Massey Helping 2019 Digest Staff

Ashley Coleman and Cassandra Castillo November 21, 2019

The Central Digest has received various distinctions for its excellence in reporting; countless hours have gone into making the Central Digest one of the best journalism sites in the state. However, there...

ADVANCED STUDIES STUDENTS TOUR EPB SOLAR SHARE -- The attending gifted students stand with Mr. Adam Fletcher in front of solar panels at the EPB Solar Share site.

Advanced Studies Students Tour Electric Power Board Solar Share

Blake Catlett, Assistant Editor November 20, 2019

Since the turn of the millennia, solar energy has become more and more impactful in the world. Recently, Central's gifted students got the opportunity to see how it is being used in their community by...

HAMILTON COUNTY STUDENTS ADVOCATE REFORM AT MAYOR'S YOUTH COUNCIL GUN VIOLENCE EVENT -- The members of the Mayor's Youth Council pose for a picture after their successful panel discussion.

Hamilton County Students Advocate Reform at Mayor’s Youth Council Gun Violence Event

Bailey Brantingham, Head Staff Writer November 20, 2019

Today, society is faced by many challenges and threats that can affect the lives of citizens, especially its youth. One organization, the Mayor's Youth Council, is working under Chattanooga's mayor, Andy...

CLASSIC ROMEO AND JULIET CHARACTERS ARE PLAYED QUITE DIFFERENTLY -- Brandon Henderson and May Soares channel their emotions while playing their characters, Romeo and Juliet.

Drama Club’s “#HashtagRomeo” Presents a Modern Twist on a Classic Tale

Abby Young, Staff Writer November 19, 2019

Central's theatre club is tirelessly preparing for the production of their first play for the 2019-2020 school year. The theatre teacher, Kelsay Cate, and her students are very excited for their new take...

FAFSA: HOW TO FACE THE FORM --Senior Orlando Gearing is logging into his account at fafsa.gov.

FAFSA: How to Face the Form

Morgan Snyder, Columnist November 19, 2019

Many seniors are reluctant to fill out their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This procrastination is a noticeable epidemic among Central High seniors this year, and it will not be long...

THE FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES INVITES  DUVALL YOUNG AS GUEST SPEAKER -- Guest speaker Duvall Young speaks to FCA students about how to avoid falling into various traps they may encounter as young adults.

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Invites Duvall Young as Guest Speaker

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer November 18, 2019

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a student led club that meets every Friday before school. Students will either play games, share devotionals based on scriptures from the Bible, share testimonies,...

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