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The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest

The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest

STUDENTS AND FACULTY PONDER THE MEANING OF LIFE -- Sophomore James Ortiz stops for a moment to think about the true meaning of  life.

Students and Faculty Ponder The Meaning of Life

DayOnna Carson, Head Staff Writer September 22, 2017

Students have been asked about their future plans countless times, typically answering with the college and career they would like to pursue. There are many students, however, who are still unsure about...

SPARKLE AND SHINE, JUNIORS HAVE RECEIVED THEIR CLASS RINGS --Kaylee York and Jake Johns show off their class rings.

Sparkle and Shine: Juniors Receive Their Class Rings

John Britt, Staff Writer September 21, 2017

Last year, a large part of the sophomore class, which are now juniors, ordered class rings to show their pounder pride. Class rings are a tradition in most high schools and at Central, it is no different. Balfour,...

TEENS NEED A CELLULAR DETOX -- Student using phone while she should be working.

Teens Need A Cellular Detox

Amber King, Staff Writer September 21, 2017

Teens are stereotypically always on their phone, however, is this good or bad? Many students use their phones during school, but teachers do not always allow their students to use their phones during class. "Phones...

STATISTICS SHOW CENTRALS POPULATION HAS DECREASED SINCE LAST YEAR --  Pictured are  Centrals students in the midst of class change.

Statistics Show Central’s Population Has Decreased Since Last Year

Cassandra Castillo, Staff Writer September 18, 2017

Central's halls might seem crowded, but there has actually been a shift in population. The number of students has slightly decreased from last year. According to the 2017 report on the school population,...

STUDENTS OPINIONS ON SCHOOL LUNCHES: COULD IT BE BETTER? --Freshman Jeremy Rogers is enjoying his peachy lunch provided by the Central High School Cafeteria Staff.

Students’ Opinion on School Lunches: Could It Be Better?

Amber King, Staff Writer September 13, 2017

A large population of Central students enjoy lunch, however school lunches may not always be the best quality or the absolute healthiest at times. All students, whether they enjoy eating school lunches...

RECYCLING RETURNS --
The list of recyclables hangs on the side of the Central recycling bin.

Mr. Cooper, Environmental Science Classes Revive Central’s Paper Recycling

John Britt, Staff Writer September 7, 2017

For the past few years, certain teachers have tried to start recycling in the confines of their own rooms. However, this year is different.  Mr. John Cooper has decided to facilitate the recycling process...

DAYONNA CARSON AND DANAE WNUK ACCEPTED INTO THE INAGURAL CHATTANOOGA AS TEXT PROGRAM --  The CAT girls pose for a photo at the Final Pitch Presentation.

Dayonna Carson and Danae Wnuk Accepted Into Inaugural ‘Chattanooga As Text’ Program

Cassandra Castillo, Staff Writer September 6, 2017

The city of Chattanooga has a lot to offer, from murals on abandoned buildings to beautiful statues on the side of the street, but there are some things around the city that could be improved. That is...

CLASS OF 2017 -- The Class of 2017 has gone from this photo to graduation on May 20. Congratulations!

Class of 2017 Awarded A Total of $633,300 in Scholarships and Grants

Jacob Johns, Business Manager May 20, 2017

As the 2017 school year nears its ending, the annual Class Day, where scholarships and grants are awarded to graduating seniors, has come and gone. This year, $633,300 was awarded in both scholarships...

JARED EDDY AND DIAMOND JACKSON CROWNED MR. AND MS. CENTRAL --  Jared Eddy and Diamond Jackson (center) sit among the other candidates on Senior Day.

Jared Eddy and Diamond Jackson Crowned Mr. and Ms. Central

Brittney Hoang, Staff Writer May 20, 2017

One of Central's oldest traditions continued on May 11, as Mr. and Ms. Central of the Class of 2017 was crowned in front of the student body along with the distinguished alumni. This year, the honorable...

STUDENTS ENJOY ELEGANT NIGHTLIFE AT PROM -- Prom King Skylor Turner and Queen Miranda Lillard enjoy the night.

Students Enjoy Elegant Nightlife at Prom

Matthew Davis, Staff Writer May 11, 2017

Prom is a fun night for students to enjoy each other's company one last time. Students and teachers alike eat dinner and dance the night away to bring the school year to a close. This year, Central's prom...

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