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The Central Digest

READY FOR STUDENTS -- VW's Mechatronics Akademie has three welding stations where students learn the basics of welding.

Welding Class a New Challenge for Volkswagen Mechatronic Students

Savannah Smith, Editor-in-Chief March 17, 2017
"Welding is something I have always wanted to try and that is one reason why I wanted to come here," explained Brianna Tittle, also a junior. "I also really enjoy hands on-teaching so welding is by far my favorite class here."
GIRLS STEM FROM CENTRAL WENT TO CHATTANOOGA STATE ON A FIELD TRIP -- STEM  girls from Central pose for a picture at Chatt. State

Group of Central Girls Take STEM Field Trip to Chattanooga State

Victoria Dutilly, Staff Writer March 15, 2017

STEM is a "curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines — science, technology, engineering and mathematics — in an interdisciplinary and applied approach," according...

NEARLY HALF OF ALL STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO TCAT WERE FROM CENTRAL -- TCAT students pose together for a picture.

Nearly Half of All Students Accepted into TCAT Were From Central

Eleanor Simmons, Staff Writer March 12, 2017

This year Central had the optimum amount of students accepted into the TCAT program. In the past years, there were not as many students that were accepted into the program this year. TCAT is a 2 year...

JOINING THE ARMY -- CharNiece Clark (far right) and Cady Pruitt (far left) have decided to join the army.

Army Is In Their Future: Seniors Clark, Pruitt, Hale and Davis

Zeena Whayeb, Staff Title March 10, 2017

The future is a scary time for seniors. While some debate what college they want to go to, and others decide what job to pursue, Central seniors CharNiece Clark and Cady Pruitt have signed up for the army. Being...

TWO STUDENTS FROM SKILLS USA PROMOTED TO NATIONALS -- Samantha Reels holds up the medal she won for Skills USA

Two Central High Skills USA Students Hope to Proceed To National Competition

Eleanor Simmons, Staff Writer March 9, 2017

Originating from Tennessee, Skills USA is one of the largest student organizations in the world, focusing on various technical skills. At the annual region competition, there are 87 types of skills members...

STUDENTS AND FACULTY DONATE AT 2017 SPRING BLOOD DRIVE --  Senior student T.J. Ortiz relaxes as he  donates plasma for the Spring Blood Drive.

Students and Faculty Donate at 2017 Spring Blood Drive

Brittney Hoang, Staff Writer March 7, 2017

The JROTC hosted the Central Spring Blood Drive on March 2. Approximately 165 Central students signed-up to donate. Of the 165 that signed-up, approximately 51 of those students were first-time donors. "This...

TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: WORLD HISTORY TEACHER CHRIS KRIBS IS DESCRIBED AS ONE OF THE FAVORITES-- Freshman Andrew Merriweather and Mr. Kribs seek happiness that class is over.

Teacher Spotlight: World History Teacher Chris Kribs Is Described As One of the Favorites

Meghan Duncan, Staff Writer March 6, 2017

For the majority of students, when getting asked what you like about your teacher, good things aren’t really what come to mind. However, 9th grade student have a different opinion of World History and...

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER --Students from schools in Hamilton County come  together to Central for annual C.D.C. Prom!

C.D.C. Students ‘Dance the Night Away’ at Annual Prom

Savannah Smith, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2017

On Friday, February 21st, the Central High cafeteria was transformed into a dance hall with streamers, music, and dancing, which meant that the 2017 CDC Prom was in full swing. Led by senior Hannah...

STUDENTS AND TEACHERS EXPRESS THEIR LOVE FOR NON-TRADITIONAL SPORTS-- Avionne Snakenburg poses with her horse.

Students and Teachers Express Their Love for Non-Traditional Sports

Meghan Duncan, Staff Writer February 13, 2017

When we think of sports, the first things that come to mind are football, soccer, and baseball. What about the people who have their attention drawn to something more? Students who interact in non-traditional...

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