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The Central Digest

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The Central Digest

CENTRAL'S JROTC MARCHES TO SUCCESS AT ARMED FORCES DAY PARADE -- The plaques from past years’ parades are on display in the Central High School armory.

Central’s JROTC Marches to Success in Armed Forces Day Parade

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer September 12, 2019

There is great pride in being the oldest JROTC program in the state of Tennessee. Central High School's JROTC program has been operating for almost 100 years, since the December of 1919. One of the events...

THE VENDING MACHINES ARE NOT ALL THAT AND A BAG OF CHIPS -- Three students show their disapproval of the lunchroom vending machines.

The Vending Machines Are Not All That and a Bag of Chips

Morgan Snyder, Columnist September 12, 2019

Students and staff members at Central have strong opinions about dress code, earbuds, and even the vending machines. Some of their grievances have remained the same throughout the years, but the snacks...

CENTRAL'S GIRLS SOCCER TEAM STRIVES FOR IMPROVEMENT DURING HIXSON HIGH SCHOOL MATCH -- Karleigh Schwarzl tries to steal the ball from a Hixson High School player.

Central’s Girls Soccer Team Strives for Improvement During Hixson High School Match

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer September 11, 2019

Central High School's girls soccer team played Hixson High School on Thursday, September 5.  It was a hot and sunny evening as the girls played against Hixson High at home. Although Central lost the game...

GOODBYE, CENTRAL HIGH -- Senior Columnist Morgan Snyder reminisces on her final year at Central.

A Morganic Beginning

Morgan Snyder, Columnist September 11, 2019

Those of you reading this column may know me, but quite honestly, most of you do not. For those of you who already know me, I am now a member of the Digest! Look at me. Go me. For my readers who do not...

RYAN MALLORY VOLUNTEERS TO BECOME SPONSOR OF THE BETA CLUB -- Mr. Ryan Mallory is pictured organizing his heavy workload while working as the new Beta Club sponsor.

Ryan Mallory Volunteers to Become Sponsor of the Beta Club

Bailey Brantingham, Head Staff Writer September 10, 2019

This year, longtime Central High School English teacher Ryan Mallory will be taking over as the new head Beta Club sponsor. He will be succeeding Sally White, who taught at Central for 10 years, but recently...

JROTC STUDENTS ATTEND CELEBRATION OF VALOR LUNCHEON WHERE MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT SHARES HIS STORY -- Central JROTC students are pictured with Medal of Honor recipient, Clint Romesha. (Left to right: Tyler Mullins, Zach Defur, Hyatt Green, Clint Romesha, Airicka Richardson, Major David Spencer, Jacob Sylman)

JROTC Students Attend Celebration of Valor Luncheon Where Medal of Honor Recipient Shares His Story

Blake Catlett, Assistant Editor September 10, 2019

The Medal of Honor is the United States' most prestigious personal military decoration one can receive. Very few people have been able to obtain this award in their lifetime. One of the few Medal of Honor...

CENTRAL STUDENTS RECEIVE NEW CHROMEBOOKS FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR -- Students use their Chromebooks to work on their assignments.

Central Students Receive New Chromebooks for the 2019-2020 School Year

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer September 9, 2019

Hamilton County has decided that for the 2019-2020 school year Central is to be a part of the one to one initiative. The one to one initiative is defined as schools that provide each student with an electronic...

GRANT SCUTT EXPERIENCES TENNESSEE HISTORY AT ESTEEMED GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL -- Scutt encounters the rich history of Tennessee first-hand on top of Roan Mountain.

Grant Scutt Experiences Tennessee History at Esteemed Governor’s School

Abby Young, Staff Writer September 9, 2019

Every year, there are students who strive their best for success and a reputable status. They outdo their fellow peers to receive both recognition and a chance at many impressive and unique opportunities. One...

CENTRAL IS SETTING UP FOR A COMEBACK GOING INTO WEEK THREE OF FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS-- Central Player fighting through the field aiming for a touchdown against Notre Dame.

Central is Setting Up for a Comeback Going Into Week Three of Friday Night Lights

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor September 6, 2019

In the first football game of the season, the Pounders lost 27-6 to Notre Dame. Central played decently offensively, but they failed to execute offensive and defensive lines well, allowing Notre Dame to...

CENTRAL WELCOMES THREE NEW FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS

Central Welcomes Three New Foreign Exchange Students

Jaheim Williams, Staff Writer September 6, 2019

Getting used to a different environment is always intimidating at the beginning. You are always nervous and uncomfortable getting familiarized with the new circumstances. If changing lifestyles in a new...

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