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SENIOR TYLER MULLINS RECEIVES FULL ROTC SCHOLARSHIP -- Tyler Mullins is in his formal JROTC uniform.

[Photo] Senior Tyler Mullins Receives Full ROTC Scholarship

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer
May 13, 2020
CENTRAL DIGEST EDITOR-IN-CHIEF DAYONNA CARSON IS HARVARD BOUND -- Editor-in-Chief DayOnna Carson has decided to attend Harvard University starting this fall.

[Photo] Central Digest Editor-in-Chief DayOnna Carson is Harvard Bound

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer
May 5, 2020
SARAH KATHERON LATHAM AND RILEY MARTIN ARE RECOGNIZED AS CARSON SCHOLARS -- Sarah Katheron Latham is honored with an official medal at the Carson Scholars banquet.

[Photo] Sarah Katheron Latham and Riley Martin are Recognized as Carson Scholars

DayOnna Carson, Editor in Chief
April 30, 2020
HOW EDGENUITY CLASSES ARE ADJUSTING TO THE CORONA VIRUS PANDEMIC — Online learning has caused Edgenuity students to take a different learning approach.

[Photo] How Edgenuity Classes are Adjusting to the Corona Virus Pandemic

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
April 3, 2020
CENTRAL HIGH HOSTS STUDENT TALENT SHOW -- Anna Markstrom plays the guitar and Sarah Katheron Latham plays the African drums.

[Photo] Central High School Hosts 2020 Student Talent Show

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
March 23, 2020
PROM, GRADUATION AND OTHER SENIOR EVENTS POSTPONED -- graduating students stand in their caps in gowns during their ceremony.

[Photo] Prom, Superintendent’s Banquet, and Other Senior Events Postponed

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
March 26, 2020
THEATER II AND ENGLISH TEACHER KELSAY CATE RECEIVES NEW TEACHER AND DONORSCHOOSE GRANTS -- Kelsay Cate's Theatre II students practice for their upcoming play, "Oz."

[Photo] Theatre II and English Teacher Kelsay Cate Receives Two Grants

Ashley Coleman, Staff Writer
March 25, 2020
CENTRAL HIGH HOSTS STUDENT TALENT SHOW - Pierre Joseph plays his own piece on the Jazz band keyboard.

KAIGEN MULKEY SIGNS TO UTC ON A CROSS COUNTRY SCHOLARSHIP -- Kaigen Mulkey accepts his cross country scholarship.

[Photo] Kaigen Mulkey Signs to UTC on a Cross Country Scholarship

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
March 9, 2020
WRESTLING SEASON 2019-2020 COMES TO AN END-- Wrestling players posing at Regionals.

[Photo] 2019-2020 Wrestling Season Ends With Successful Victories

Ashley Coleman, Staff Writer
March 2, 2020
MILITARY BALL MISHAP — Senior Jordan Hudson saved the day at the 2020 Military Ball by filling in as DJ.

[Photo] Jordan Hudson Steps in as DJ for 2020 Military Ball

Morgan Snyder, Columnist
February 28, 2020
9TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER ASHLEY HAGEN IS NOW PART OF THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT -- Hagen has attributed her passion for science to her curiosity about the world around her.

[Photo] Teacher Ashley Hagen is Welcomed to Central’s Science Department

Ashley Coleman, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
AN UPDATE ON THE SPRING -- Events such as prom will be returning to the spring calendar. In this file photo from 2020, former Central students Preston Fore, Cassandra Castillo, Abby Young, and Matthew Davis (left to right) take pictures before heading to 2019's prom.

[Photo] An Update on Spring Events

March 12, 2021
SHOULD STUDENTS BE MORE INVOLVED IN POLITICS? -- Depicted above is a roll of "I voted" circular stickers on a gray background for the November elections in the United States.

[Photo] Editorial: Should Students Be More Involved in Politics?

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: TONIA MARTIN (‘92) ASSISTS STUDENTS WITH COLLEGE ENROLLMENT THROUGH SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT — Tonia Martin works as a college advisor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, creating software that assists prospective students with enrollment into the university.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Tonia Martin (‘92) Assists Students with College Enrollment through Software Development

Jack Graham, Videographer
February 14, 2020
CENTRAL STUDENTS PERFORM IN THE LEE UNIVERSITY HONOR CHOIR -- The Lee Honor Choir performs in the Conn Center at Lee University.

[Photo] Central Students Perform in the Lee University Honor Choir

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
February 17, 2020
DAYONNA CARSON RECOGNIZED AS VALEDICTORIAN, DANAE WNUK SALUTATORIAN OF THE 2020 SENIOR CLASS — Valedictorian DayOnna Carson and Salutatorian Danae Wnuk discuss their reactions to being recognized as the top of their graduating class.

[Photo] DayOnna Carson Recognized as Valedictorian, Danae Wnuk Salutatorian of the 2020 Senior Class

Cassandra Castillo, Copy Editor
February 7, 2020
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: KYNDALL VAUGHN CONTINUES THE CENTRAL LEGACY -- Kyndall Vaughn, a Class of 2012 graduate, is currently an English teacher at Ooltewah High.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Kyndall Vaughn Now an English Teacher at Ooltewah

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: KELLY WNUK SHARES HOW BEING A CENTRAL GRADUATE HAS IMPACTED HER LIFE -- Kelly Wnuk says that Central was very integral in shaping her into a well rounded individual.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Kelly Wnuk Shares How Being a Central Graduate has Impacted Her Life

Jaheim Williams, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
ROTC STUDENTS ORGANIZE CLOTHES DONATION FOR HOMELESS TEENS -- Two cadets hold up the collection bin full of donated jeans.

[Photo] ROTC Students Organize Clothes Donation for Homeless Teens

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
January 24, 2020
MALLORY'S SEVENTH YEAR OF COACHING WRESTLING BRINGS HIS FIRST FOUR YEAR WRESTLERS -- Coach Ryan Mallory is on the sidelines during Thursday’s match against Sequatchie County and Red Bank.

[Photo] Mallory’s Seventh Year of Coaching Wrestling Brings His First Four Year Wrestlers

Blake Catlett, Assistant Editor
December 16, 2019
VANCE AND CHARLYNNE FRY ('54) LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY OF SERVICE AT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL -- Admiral Fry stands with his wife, Charlynne.

[Photo] Vance and Charlynne Fry (’54) Leave a Lasting Legacy of Service at Central High School

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer
December 16, 2019
REMEMBERING MEGAN SANFORD -- Central teacher Megan Sanford passed away on December 7, 2019. Central's entire staff and student body are devastated by the loss, looking back upon all of her contributions to the school in her honor.

[Photo] Remembering Megan Sanford

Jaheim Williams, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
CENTRAL’S WRESTLING TEAM TAKES ON EAST HAMILTON -- Central's wrestling team fights hard during a recent match.

[Photo] Central’s Wrestling Team Takes on East Hamilton

Jack Graham, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
CENTRAL STAFF AND STUDENTS DISAPPOINTED AFTER MANY CANCELLED EVENTS THIS SCHOOL YEAR-- Many school events, including the choir's annual holiday concert pictured above, have been cancelled or postponed.

[Photo] Central Staff and Students Disappointed After Multiple Cancelled Events This School Year

January 22, 2021
NEW GUIDELINES ARISE FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AT THE START OF SECOND SEMESTER -- The Central Voices performed at Channel 3's Share Your Christmas event in 2019.

[Photo] Phase 0? New Guidelines Are Established for Extracurricular Activities

January 26, 2021
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, DAYONNA CARSON, ATTENDS PRINCETON'S PRESTIGIOUS SUMMER JOURNALISM PROGRAM -- Carson poses with program founder, Richard Just, after receiving a completion diploma.

[Photo] Editor-In-Chief, DayOnna Carson, Attends Princeton’s Prestigious Summer Journalism Program

Cassandra Castillo, Copy Editor
September 4, 2019
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.

[Photo] FCA Supports Operation Christmas Child by Collecting Gift Donations

Baylee Ellis, Staff Writer
November 23, 2019
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.

[Photo] The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Invites Duvall Young as Guest Speaker

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
November 18, 2019
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.

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

Bailey Brantingham, Head Staff Writer
November 11, 2019
2020 SENIORS ENJOY THEIR ANNUAL PICNIC -- The 2020 seniors pose for a group picture while at the picnic.

[Photo] Senior Class of 2020 Enjoys Their Annual Picnic

Danae Wnuk, Staff Writer
November 1, 2019
CENTRAL PLANS TO POUND OUT BREAST CANCER WITH DIGITAL ARTS T-SHIRTS — Hannah Christian, digital arts student, creates a logo for t-shirts in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

[Photo] Central Plans to Pound Out Breast Cancer with Digital Arts T-Shirts

Abby Young, Staff Writer
October 31, 2019
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: HARVARD GRADUATE RICHARD "RICKY" COOKE ('62) CONTINUES TO EXHIBIT VALOR AND SUPPORTIVENESS -- Ricky Cooke’s consistent involvement in Central’s extracurricular activities has helped prepare him to serve his own country and be accepted into one of the nation’s most prestigious colleges, Harvard University.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Harvard Graduate Richard "Ricky" Cooke ('62) Continues to Exhibit Valor and Supportiveness

October 3, 2019
CENTRAL SENIORS TOUR THE UTC CAMPUS -- Seniors were invited on a field trip to tour the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus.

[Photo] Central Seniors Tour the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Campus

October 5, 2019
UTC TRIP COMPUTER APPLICATION

CENTRAL POUNDERS FALL TO EAST HAMILTON 14 TO 52 — The Central Pounders fight hard against Baylor.

[Photo] Central Pounders Fall to East Hamilton Hurricanes 14 to 52

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor
September 27, 2019
ALEJANDRO SALAZAR PARTICIPATES IN U.S. ARMY BASIC TRAINING -- Alejandro Salazar begins his journey to becoming a trained U.S. Army soldier.

[Photo] Alejandro Salazar Participates in U.S. Army Basic Combat Training

Baylee Ellis, Staff Writer
September 30, 2019
CENTRAL FOOTBALL BOUNCES BACK WITH A WIN AGAINST SEQUOYAH — The Pounders worked hard to come out victorious in their game against Sequoyah.

[Photo] Central Football Bounces Back With a Win Against Sequoyah

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor
September 13, 2019
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.

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

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor
September 6, 2019
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS HAVE FINALLY ARRIVED --- Senior Kelvin McGhee, throwing the ball while senior, Hunter Jones protects him in the backfield.

[Photo] Friday Night Lights Have Finally Arrived

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor
September 3, 2019
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)

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

Blake Catlett, Assistant Editor
September 10, 2019
CENTRAL ALUM GREG WILSON WORKS AS A SUCCESSFUL WELDER FOR ASTEC INDUSTRIES — Greg Wilson decided to kickstart his career through a vocational education, which has landed him a successful job as a welder at Astec Industries.

[Photo] Central Alum Greg Wilson Works as a Successful Welder for Astec Industries

Dakota Wootan
May 21, 2019
ALUMNI DENISE KNOWLES-CHAMBERS (‘85) REFLECTS ON SUCCESS DURING HER HIGH SCHOOL CAREER -- Denise Knowles-Chambers and Ronnie Baker are depicted being crowned Mr. and Miss Central.

[Photo] Alumni Denise Knowles-Chambers (‘85) Reflects on Success During Her High School Career

Dylan Muccino, Staff Writer
May 21, 2019
NATHEN VANDER WILT IS CHOSEN TO BE THE 2019 FACULTY REPRESENTATIVE AT GRADUATION -- Laurelie Holmberg (left) poses with faculty representative and senior class president Nathen Vander Wilt (right) after the Senior Day ceremony.

[Photo] Nathen Vander Wilt is Chosen to be the 2019 Faculty Representative at Graduation

DayOnna Carson, Associate Editor
May 13, 2019
DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI JUDY REICH CONTINUES TO SHARE HER LOVE FOR MUSIC -- Judy Reich has a great passion for music and excels at what she does, proving her tremendous dedication.

[Photo] Distinguished Alumni Judy Reich Continues to Share her Love for Music

Abby Young, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
BETTY JOLLY, (‘45) HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE, CONTINUES LEGACY OF VOLUNTEERING FOR THOSE IN NEED -- Distinguished alumni, Betty Jolly, dedicates her time to volunteer work and her self-created insurance business.

[Photo] Betty Jolly, (‘45) Hall of Fame Inductee, Continues Her Legacy of Volunteering for Those in Need

Cassandra Castillo, Associate Editor
May 13, 2019
FRAZIER, TEEMS NAMED JROTC ROYALTY AT MILITARY BALL -- Matthew Frazier and Georgia Teems are ecstatic after their crowning ceremony at the 2019 Central Military Ball.

[Photo] Frazier, Teems Named JROTC Royalty at Military Ball

Matthew Davis, Assistant Editor
May 6, 2019
GOODBYE TO CENTRAL, GOODBYE TO THE DIGEST -- Celisia Snakenberg and Columnist Laurelie have grown closer as friends, as well as writers, thanks to the Central Digest.

[Photo] Goodbye to Central, Goodbye to the Digest

Celisia Snakenberg, Sports Writer
May 6, 2019
CENTRAL STUDENTS' GUITAR DESIGNS ARE ON DISPLAY IN DOWNTOWN CHATTANOOGA -- Competitor Danae Wnuk's guitar was inspired by sea life, as shown by the octopus depicted in her artwork.

[Photo] Central Students’ Guitar Designs Are on Display in Downtown Chattanooga

Abby Young, Staff Writer
April 22, 2019
TRIP TO "BODIES: THE EXHIBITION" SHOWS STUDENTS INSIDE THE HUMAN BODY -- The entrance to the exhibit features a posed male specimen

[Photo] Trip to “Bodies: the Exhibition” Takes Students Inside the Human Body

Matthew Davis, Assistant Editor
April 11, 2019
A SAPPY SENIOR GOODBYE-- Kaylee York looks back at the Central Digest trip to the CNN Center in Atlanta.

[Photo] A Sappy Senior Goodbye

Kaylee York, Staff Writer
May 7, 2019
THE LADY POUNDERS PLAN TO BRING THE HEAT FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON -- The softball team huddles up in preparation of an upcoming game.

[Photo] The Lady Pounders Plan To Bring The Heat For The Upcoming Season

Meghan Duncan, Sports Editor
April 15, 2019
CENTRAL'S CHEERLEADERS MAKE PREPARATIONS FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR -- The 2018-2019 cheer squad enjoys their time together as a close-knit team.

[Photo] Central’s Cheerleaders Make Preparations for the New School Year

Abby Young, Staff Writer
March 12, 2019
JAKE JOHNS AND MEGHAN DUNCAN REPRESENT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL AND HCDE AT 2019 SCOPE CONFERENCE -- (left to right): Soddy Daisy High School students Noah Harris and Cassidy Gibson, and Central High School students Meghan Duncan and Jake Johns represent Hamilton County Schools at SCOPE 2019.

[Photo] Jake Johns and Meghan Duncan Represent Central High School and HCDE at 2019 SCOPE Conference

Kaylee York, Staff Writer
March 6, 2019
2019 MISS CENTRAL COURT NOMINEES ANNOUNCED -- From left to right is Zariah McDonald, Kayla Henderson, Anahi Colunga, Laurelie Holmberg, and EdicKlee Frias-Cruz are this year's nominees.

[Photo] 2019 Miss Central Court Nominees Announced

Dylan Muccino, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
CENTRAL TO HOST ITS SIXTH ANNUAL CDC PROM WITH THE HELP OF STUDENT VOLUNTEERS -- Students dance the night away at the 2018 CDC prom, which was made possible by generous student volunteers.

[Photo] Central to Host its Sixth Annual CDC Prom With the Help of Student Volunteers

Karleigh Schwarzl, Staff Writer
March 7, 2019
AP GOVERNMENT STUDENTS TOUR TENNESSEE'S STATE CAPITOL AND STATE MUSEUM -- AP Government, journalism, and gifted students got to go behind the scenes of the State Capitol to discover more about what goes on in the legislative branch.

[Photo] AP Government Students Tour Tennessee’s State Capitol and State Museum

Airicka Richardson, Staff Writer
February 28, 2019
CENTRAL WELCOMES FUTURE READY ADVANCED MECHATRONICS AND ENGINEERING DESIGN COURSES -- Jonathan King's class showcases one of their robot creations in light of the new advanced mechatronics and engineering design courses that will soon be available to students.

[Photo] Central Welcomes Future Ready Advanced Mechatronics and Engineering Design Courses

Jack Graham, Staff Writer
March 7, 2019
CENTRAL CHOIR STUDENTS PERFORM IN LEE UNIVERSITY HONOR CHOIR — The Lee University Honor Choir performs with Central Choir students chosen as representatives of the school.

[Photo] Central Choir Students Perform in the Lee University Honor Choir

Dylan Muccino, Staff Writer
February 26, 2019
SENIOR MIKAYLA GILL IS ACCEPTED INTO BRYAN COLLEGE WITH A SOFTBALL SCHOLARSHIP — Mikayla Gill appears to be elated with the new jerseys she received from Bryan College.

[Photo] Senior Mikayla Gill is Accepted into Bryan College with a Softball Scholarship

Dylan Muccino, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
THE CENTRAL SOUND'S NUMEROUS GIFTED MUSICIANS PARTICIPATE IN DISTINGUISHED HONOR BANDS -- Central's exceptional musicians enjoy strengthening their skills and spending time together at the UTC Tri-State Honor Band.

[Photo] The Central Sound's Numerous Gifted Musicians Participate in Distinguished Honor Bands

February 6, 2019
SUPPORT ERLANGER ONCOLOGY AND THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY BY DONATING HATS AND BOOKS --The National Honor Society members have already received several hat and book donations.

[Photo] Donate Books and Hats to the National Honor Society in Support of Erlanger’s Oncology Department

Airicka Richardson, Staff Writer
January 31, 2019
JUNIORS PREPARE FOR IMPORTANT ACT TESTING DURING ADVISORY -- Students raise their hands to answer a few ACT practice problems as teachers explain what the question is asking.

[Photo] Juniors Prepare for Important ACT Testing During Advisory

Dakota Wootan, Staff Writer
February 2, 2019
CLASS OF 1969 MR. CENTRAL AND CHATTANOOGA HALL OF FAME NOMINEE LARRY MCGILL LOOKS BACK ON MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS-- Alumni Larry Mcgill, reminisces on time at Central High.

[Photo] Class of 1969 Mr. Central and Chattanooga Hall of Fame Nominee Larry McGill Looks Back On Many Accomplishments

Meghan Duncan, Sports Editor
January 10, 2019
FORMER TRACK MEMBER CHRISTOPHER SMITH SUCCEEDS IN BUSINESS -- Central Alum, Christopher Smith, pursues a career in business after participating in the U.S. Army for nine years.

[Photo] Former Student and Track Runner Christopher Smith Succeeds in Business After Graduating Central

Baylee Ellis, Video Editor
January 24, 2019
STEPHEN BARHAM PROSPERS AS A COURTROOM ATTORNEY -- Central graduate Stephen Barham still appreciates his fond memories of Central as he practices as a lawyer and helps maintain the website of his law agency.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Stephen Barham Prospers as an Attorney

Jack Graham and DayOnna Carson
January 30, 2019
THE LADY POUNDERS BASKETBALL TEAM TAKES OVER WITH A WINNING STREAK -- The Lady Pounders take on their opponents with technique and victory in mind.

[Photo] The Lady Pounders Basketball Team Takes Over With A Winning Streak

Meghan Duncan, Sports Editor
January 9, 2019
CENTRAL ALUMNUS AND JROTC BATTALION EXECUTIVE OFFICER KEVIN MARTIN EXCELS IN LAW FIELD -- Kevin Martin, a former student and JROTC member. Kevin currently works as a lawyer for FirstView, LLC.

[Photo] Former Student and JROTC Battalion Executive Officer Kevin Martin Excels in Law Field

Blake Catlett, Staff Writer
January 10, 2019
REAL ESTATE APPRAISER MARK HINSON OPENS UP ABOUT HIS EXPERIENCE AT CENTRAL -- Alumni Mark Hinson regards his memories at Central very highly. The 1997 graduate has continued his success in the real estate field.

[Photo] Real Estate Appraiser Mark Hinson Opens Up About His Experience at Central

Airicka Richardson and DayOnna Carson
January 15, 2019
CENTRAL'S MUSIC DEPARTMENT SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER WITH CHRISTMAS AT THE COURTHOUSE PERFORMANCE -- Central's Jazz Band and Choir pose for a photo in the rotunda of the Hamilton County Courthouse during the annual "Christmas at the Courthouse" event.

[Photo] Central’s Music Department Spreads Holiday Cheer with Christmas at the Courthouse Performance

Jake Johns, Copy Editor
December 8, 2018
DRAFTING STUDENT EXPLORE THE LITTLE DEBBIE FACTORY -- Students take a a trip to Little Debbie's factory to learn, thanks to Junior Achievement.

[Photo] Drafting Students Explore the Deep Secrets of Little Debbie’s Snack Cakes

Cassandra Castillo, Associate Editor
December 3, 2018
CENTRAL ALUMNUS ERIN LUCAS RUMINATES ON HER TIME AT CENTRAL -- Alumnus Erin Lucas (mid left) and her husband, Mike Lucas, (mid right) devote time with their children Mia (far right) and Evan (far left).

[Photo] Central Alumnus Erin Lucas Ruminates On Her Time at Central

Sam Helmholtz, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
SAMMIE JONES ASSISTS ALL STUDENT ATHLETES THROUGHOUT THEIR SEASON -- (left to right) Senior Michael McGhee, Sammie Jones, and Senior TJ Payne during a recent football game.

[Photo] Central High School Athletic Trainer, Sammie Jones, Makes an Effort to Keep Student Athletes Safe

Karleigh Schwarzl, Staff Writer
December 1, 2018
LOCAL BUSINESSES PREPARE STUDENTS FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL EVENT -- Business representatives gather for a quick debriefing before presenting their occupation to sophomores and juniors.

[Photo] Local Businesses Enlighten Students on the Fundamentals of the Work Force at Central’s Annual Career Event

Cassandra Castillo and DayOnna Carson
November 15, 2018
POWDERPUFF GAME CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF PARTICIPATION -- Juniors pose for the 2016 Powderpuff game.

[Photo] Powderpuff Game Canceled Due to Lack of Participation

Karleigh Schwarzl, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: SHELBY GLOVER MOVES FROM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL TO CITY HALL -- Shelby Glover during her senior year at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Shelby Glover Moves From Central High School to City Hall

Matthew Davis, Staff Writer
October 22, 2018
THE POUNDERS TAKE ANOTHER WIN -- The Central High football team pump up the crowd as they run onto the field.

[Photo] Football: Pounders on Top After Win Over East Hamilton

Celisia Snakenberg, Sports Writer
October 17, 2018
BOUTWELL'S LAST CENTRAL CONCERT -- Mrs. Boutwell directs the Freshman and Concert choirs in their last concert with her.

[Photo] Central High Bids Farewell To Choir Director Of Five Years

Samantha Helmholtz, Staff Writer
May 22, 2018
ZACH AMES: WRITER, COMEDIAN, MUSICIAN -- Zach Ames Performing with his band, Ogre Mage.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Zach Ames, Muscian, Comedian, Writer

John Britt, Staff Writer
February 22, 2018
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INITIATES CANNED FOOD DRIVE -- The canned goods that were gathered last week were sent to the Highway 58 Fire Department for distribution to those in need.

[Photo] National Honor Society Initiates Canned Food Drive

DayOnna Carson, Head Staff Writer
December 15, 2017
Pounders Persevere -- Central Wrestler Javon Smith competing at the Tullahoma T-Town Rumble

[Photo] Central Wrestling Team Loses to Walker Valley; Competes Well in Ooltewah Invitation

Blake Catlett, Staff Writer
December 12, 2017
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD GIVES GIFTS TO THOSE IN NEED-- Girls smile as they recieve their shoeboxes.

[Photo] FCA Assembles Shoeboxes for ‘Operation Christmas Child’

Madi Blackburn, Staff Writer
December 5, 2017
AMY CLAY AND HER FAMILY -- Amy Clay (left), her husband, Ken Clay (middle), and their daughter, McKensie (right) enjoy a day together.

[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Amy Clay Reminisces About Central’s Influence

Sam Helmholtz, Staff Writer
November 28, 2017
PUERTO RICO ON THE ROAD TO RECOVERY AFTER HURRICANES IRMA AND MARIA -- From right to left, Mr. Sanchez's sister, Gilda, is pictured along with parents Jose and Hilda Sanchez, and their uncle Hector and his wife, Maria.

[Photo] Puerto Rico Native and Spanish teacher, Mr. Jose Sanchez, Tells of Hurricane Maria Aftermath

DayOnna Carson, Head Staff Writer
December 1, 2017
WRESTLERS PREPARE FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON -- Wrestler Aaron Smith pictured in a photo from one of last year's matches is ready to take on the upcoming season.

[Photo] 2017-18 Wrestling Team is Ready to ‘Wrestle’ The Upcoming Season

Kaylee York, Staff Writer
November 16, 2017
PRACTICE AND PERSEVERE -- Central's Purple Pounders are getting ready to take the field in the second round of the TSSAA Playoffs

[Photo] Pounders Win in Heart Wrenching Final Second Win Over Sullivan South; 45-42

Jake Johns, Copy Editor
November 10, 2017
POUNDERS LOOK FOR A WIN -- #16 Michael McGhee hopes to lead the Central Pounders in playoff game against Sullivan South.

[Photo] Central Pounders Look for a Win Against Sullivan South in First Home Playoff Game in 14 Years

Meghan Ducan, Sports Editor
November 3, 2017
CONCUSSION ARE A WORRY AT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL -- Central's football team running in at the start of a football game.

[Photo] Concussions Are A Worry At Central High School

Jailon Jackson, Staff Writer
October 17, 2017
POUNDERS DEFEND THE HILL -- Wide Receiver Andrew Bingham running for the Pounders.

[Photo] Pounders Defend the Hill With Tremendous Win Over East Hamilton

Meghan Duncan, Sports Editor
September 26, 2017
CENTRAL SOUND OF CHATTANOOGA EXCITES THE CROWD WITH THE MUSIC OF DISNEY -- The Central Sound of Chattanooga performing their show "Fantasmic!"

[Photo] Fantasmic!: Central Sound of Chattanooga Marching Band Excites the Crowd with the Music of Disney

Jailon Jackson, Staff Writer
September 22, 2017
TEACHERPRENEUR: MRS. HOOPER'S APP HELPS TEACHERS PLAN FIELD TRIPS -- The "Field Trips Made Easy" App is available on the App Store on these major platforms.

[Photo] Teacherpreneur: Mrs. Hooper’s App Helps Teachers Plan Field Trips

Bryson Eddy, Staff Writer
September 22, 2017
MRS. MOORE LOVES SPENDING TIME WITH HER FAMILY -- Mrs. Moore (far right) spends some quality time with her grandson, Wyatt Hawkins (far left), her son-in-law, Jason Hawkins (center left), and her daughter, Paige Hawkins (center right).

[Photo] Teacher Spotlight: Mrs. Robin Moore Returns to Central as the New College Advisor

Sam Helmholtz, Staff Writer
September 13, 2017
CENTRAL FOOTBALL KICKS OFF THE SEASON -- Central's 2017-2018 Purple Pounder football team come together with a group photo.

[Photo] Pounders Take Kickoff Classic Win Over Walker Valley, 48-36

Jake Johns, Copy Editor
August 25, 2017
HARD WORK PAYS OFF-- Andrew Bingham (left) and Walker Waters (right) cool off in the dug out.

[Photo] Central Pounders Baseball Finishes Off Strong At Regional Championships

Meghan Duncan, Staff Writer
May 22, 2017
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