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The Central Digest

The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest

SENIOR OMAR GEARING BECOMES PUBLISHED AUTHOR  -- Omar Gearing explains his writing process and the inspiration for his books.

Senior Omar Gearing Becomes Published Author

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer December 18, 2019

Central students hide many talents among their numbers. The school is full of athletes, artists, and musicians, who are always working on improving their abilities. Recently, it was discovered that one...

SEVEN CENTRAL STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED INTO LEE HONOR BAND -- Central band students are directed by distinguished composer, David Holsinger.

Seven Central Students are Accepted into Lee Honor Band

Abby Young, Staff Writer December 13, 2019

Every year, Central students from the acclaimed Central Sound of Chattanooga concert band have an opportunity to play in honor bands outside of their school. The Lee Honor band is the first band that students...

CENTRAL STUDENTS ATTEND YOUTH SUMMIT STRIVING TO IMPROVE SCHOOL ATMOSPHERE -- Pictured above are the Central students who attended the Youth Summit.

Central Students Attend Youth Summit Striving to Improve School Atmosphere

Blake Catlett, Assistant Editor December 6, 2019

High school students can be quick to complain about their surroundings, especially at school. However, only a select few will actual work to change the world around them. Central students and teachers...

PRINCIPAL PHIL IANNARONE EXPLAINS THE NEW LOCKER POLICY -- All students were assigned a locker to store out-of-dress-code items; students are adjusting to the new policy. Senior Danae Wnuk is depicted using her locker.

Principal Phil Iannarone Explains the New Locker Policy

Jaheim Williams, Staff Writer November 25, 2019

Here at Central, students have certain rules that they are required to follow; these rules are enforced in order to protect students’ safety and education. This is the reason why the dress code was adjusted...

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...

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...

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...

SENIOR KAIGEN MULKEY REPRESENTS REGION IN STATE CROSS COUNTRY MEET -- Kaigen Mulkey runs during a local cross country meet.

Senior Kaigen Mulkey Represents Region in State Cross Country Meet

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer November 18, 2019

The cross country season may have ended at Central High School, but Senior Kaigen Mulkey was able to continue the season for a little longer at the state cross country meet. Mulkey placed second locally,...

REEL EM IN: LUCAS KEOWN DESIGNS HIS OWN FISHING LURES-- Lucas Keown pictured holding two fish he caught alongside a photo of his hand-made fishing lures.

Reel ‘Em In: Lucas Keown Designs His Own Fishing Lures

Bailey Brantingham, Head Staff Writer November 11, 2019

Many students at Central have skills that make them unique and special. Sophomore Lucas Keown is no exception, with his handmade fishing lures and his love for craftsmanship and creativity. When he...

Alma WHAT? Why Fewer Students are Learning the Alma Mater

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer November 7, 2019

            "What a wonderful school is ours to love, with its ups, and its downs, and its joys!" These historic lyrics of the Central High School...

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