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The Central Digest
The student news site of Chattanooga Central High School

The Central Digest
Preston Fore

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief

Hi! My name is Preston Fore. I am currently a senior at Central, and this year will be my fourth and final year on the Digest; I am very grateful to serve as Editor-in-Chief once again! In my free time I volunteer at the Tennessee Aquarium and serve as the Economic and Financial Chair for the Southeastern High School Model United Nations (SHSMUN) that is hosted locally in Chattanooga! I hope to major in political science or international relations with a journalism minor, but I have no idea what school I am going to attend. Also, feel free to blame me for any problems with the Central Digest.

All content by Preston Fore
NEW CENTRAL DIGEST EDITORS TO TAKE REIN -- (Left to right) Catlett, Castillo, and Carson are set to take over the Central Digest next school year.

Carson, Castillo, and Catlett to Serve as 2019-2020 Central Digest Head Editors

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2019
THE END OF AN ERA -- The 2018-2019 Central Digest Staff can be seen at the beginning of the school year.

The End of an Era

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2019

After 12 Years as Principal, Finley King (’83) Takes Flight Into New Career at Delta Airlines

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2019
THE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB GETS PERSONAL WITH "ALMOST, MAINE" PRODUCTION -- (left to right): Lacy McKinney, Jimena Villanueva, Jordan Lowe, and Abby Young rehearse for "Almost, Maine".

[Photo] The Central High School Drama Club Gets Personal With “Almost, Maine” Production

Airicka Richardson, Staff Writer
April 11, 2019
ALAN HULGAN ('65) IS NOW RECENTLY A RETIRED ENGINEER -- Hulan reminisces about his time at Central High School.

Central Alumnus Alan Hulgan (’65) Regards Engineering Retirement as ‘The Best Job’ He Has Ever Had

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2019
WRCB ANCHOR DAVID CARROLL DISCUSSES JOURNALISM CAREER WITH THE CENTRAL DIGEST -- WRCB anchor David Carroll discusses his journalism career and gives advice to the Central Digest staff.

WRCB Anchor David Carroll Discusses Journalism Career with the Central Digest

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2019
POLITICS HAVE BECOME EVEN MORE POLARIZED -- (Left to Right) Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump, have served as great leaders of the United States, yet sides fail to agree with the other.

Following 2018 Election, Political Polarization Still on the Rise at Local and National Levels

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2018
AP GOVERNMENT STUDENTS GET A GLIMPSE INSIDE FEDERAL COURT -- (Left to right) Seniors Deanna Wnuk and Zeena Whayeb enjoy their free pocket Constitution and water bottle from federal court.

AP Government Field Trip Takes Students Inside Federal Court Sentencing

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2018
THIRD ANNUAL CAREER EVENT SET FOR TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2 -- James Snyder, event coordinator, presents original STEM Fellows project.

Third Annual Career Event Aims at Providing Students with Skills to Guide Their Future

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2018
SALLY WHITE WINS WDEF GOLDEN APPLE AWARD -- Principal Finley King presents White with her basket of apples.

English 10 and Theatre Arts Teacher Sally White Wins WDEF Golden Apple Award

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
September 23, 2018
CENTRAL DIGEST 2017-2018 -- This year's staff has been one to remember.

Another Year Down

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2018
THE FINISH LINE -- The last group shot of the Digest's five seniors. We are family.

[Photo] The Finish Line

Kimberly Merfert, Video Reporter
May 13, 2018
HELLO, GOODBYE -- My final picture with the rest of the seniors in the Central Digest.

[Photo] Hello, Goodbye.

John Britt, Staff Writer
May 10, 2018
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST -- My fellow actors and I perform in Act II of the play.

[Photo] Hey, Hay Hay!: Just Being Earnest

Haylee Smith, Columnist
April 19, 2018
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL -- The prestigious school sat along Dodds Avenue in downtown Chattanooga. This photo was published among the first edition of The Digest.

Looking Back

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2018

17′-18′ Teacher Spotlights

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2018
DRIVE FOR 5 -- The American Heart Association hopes to promote lessons of health living.

The Central Digest Partners with the American Heart Association to ‘Drive for 5’

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2018
SENIOR PLAY -- (Left to right) Toby Payton, Carolyn Clarkson, Jeanie Lansford, Betty Millsaps, Mike Scherer, Rosemarie Harris, Estell Alton, Alice Williams, Shirley Bolden, Marvin Howard, Martha Jett, Randy Hughes, Charlotte McLain, Don Whitmire, Rein Talmet, James Crumley, Sigrid Lindemann, Clay Ferguson, Pat Hale, Wayne Babb, Janet Armstrong, and Ross Brock made up the cast.

Looking Back: Mystery, Romance, and Fun Prevail in 1957 Senior Christmas Play, ‘Are you Mr. Butterworth?’

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2018
LAST SEMESTER OF HIGH SCHOOL -- Reminiscing of my time at Central.

[Photo] Hey, Hay Hay!: The Second First Day of School

Haylee Smith, Columnist
January 23, 2018
BOARD GAME PROJECT -- Mr. Greg Cantrell's Honors English 11 students created board games based on the short story by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."

Honors English 11 Students Create ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ Board Games

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
January 8, 2018
BOARD GAME PROJECT -- Mr. Greg Cantrell's Honors English 11 students created board games based on the short story by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."

BOARD GAME PROJECT -- Mr. Greg Cantrell's Honors English 11 students created board games based on the short story by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."

BOARD GAME PROJECT -- Mr. Greg Cantrell's Honors English 11 students created board games based on the short story by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."

BOARD GAME PROJECT -- Mr. Greg Cantrell's Honors English 11 students created board games based on the short story by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."

BOARD GAME PROJECT -- Mr. Greg Cantrell's Honors English 11 students created board games based on the short story by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."

RYAN POOLE RETURNS TO CENTRAL -- (Left to right) Poole (2012) was copy editor of the Central Digest; Poole (2017) returned as an admissions representative of Sewanne University.

Alumni Spotlight: After Graduation, Ryan Poole says Sewanee ‘Still Feels Right’ as Counselor

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2017
CENTRAL 1952-1953 ANNOUNCERS CLUB -- Gene Goodner, Kenneth Burns, Carrol Norrell, Pat Armstrong, Mary Becker, Charles Cooper, Rita Williams, Jean Hixon, Maureena Reid, Vance Fry, George Grey, and Lesilie Greenburg are members of the club.

Looking Back: Site Across from Memorial Hospital Considered for New 1952 Central Building

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
October 24, 2017
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL -- The prestigious school sat along Dodds Avenue in downtown Chattanooga. This photo was published among the first edition of The Digest.

Looking Back: Volume 1 of the Central Digest Launches 107 Years Ago

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2017
"WE CALLED HIM COACH" -- Pictured above is Jerry Summers' new book on the life of Stan Farmer

[Photo] New Book by Central Alumnus Jerry Summers Shines Light on Former Coach Stan Farmer

Blake Catlett, Staff Writer
September 15, 2017
CENTRAL WELCOMES DR. DIANA COCHRAN -- Cochran enjoys teaching her Spanish and Bible History classes.

Teacher Spotlight: Dr. Diana Cochran Joins Central Faculty as New Spanish and Bible History Teacher

Preston Fore, Editor-in-Chief
August 25, 2017
CENTRAL WELCOMES MS. HENSLEY -- (Left to right) Senior Michelle Caszatt and Shea Hensley discuss schedules.

[Photo] New Counselor Shea Hensley Brings a Listening Ear to Central

Madi Blackburn, Staff Writer
September 29, 2017
SEÑOR SOCARRAS TO RETIRE AT THE END OF THE YEAR -- Socarras completes some end of the year grading.

Retiring Central Spanish Teacher, Señor Tony Socarras, Says Final “Adios!”

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
May 5, 2017
CENTRAL DIGEST NAMED SNO WEBSITE OF DISTINCTION -- 2017 staff members post for a picture celebrating their accomplishments.

Central Digest Named a SNO National Website of Distinction

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
April 13, 2017
JULIE HOLDER ('99) NOW WORKS AS AN INDEPENDENT PHOTOGRAPHER -- Holder has taken photographs for many, including NBC, Nate Berkus, and Rolling Stone Magazine.

Alumni Spotlight: Julie Holder’s Photography Career Has Led Her to Work With NBC, Rolling Stone, and Nate Berkus

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
March 14, 2017
DEVOS FACES TOUGH CONFIRMATION HEARING -- Donald J. Trump and Sec. of Education Nominee Becky DeVos share similar views about schoools.

Editorial: With Little Experience in Education, DeVos is the Wrong Choice for Leading America’s Schools

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
January 20, 2017
STUDENTS PRACTICE TAKING THE ACT -- Sophomore Meg Sabanal works diligently to finish her ACT practice test.

Central High School Students Take Practice ACT to Improve Scores

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
January 13, 2017
STEP-UP CHATTANOOGA -- For its second year, Step-Up Chattanooga will aid students in finding quality summer jobs.

Step-Up Chattanooga Helps Central Students Step Into Summer Career

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
November 21, 2016
DONALD TRUMP SET TO BECOME 45TH PRESIDENT -- Republican president-elect Donald Trump delivers his acceptance speech during his election night event.

Central Has Differing Opinions as Trump Clinches Long Election to Become 45th President of the United States

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
November 10, 2016
CENTRAL HIGH MOCK ELECTION -- Central High students cast their vote in the 2016 mock election.

Central High Mock Election Polling Finds More Students Support Clinton

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
October 31, 2016
AP PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS TEACH RATS -- Junior John Britt holds Jensen the rat while using classical conditioning techniques.

[Photo] Rats! AP Psychology Students Use Rodents to Study Classical, Operant Conditioning

DayOnna Carson, Staff Writer
October 17, 2016
CENTRAL SOUND OF CHATTANOOGA -- Central's band preforms at Bradley Central High School's "A Bradley Classic."

Central Sound Preforms in 2016 “A Bradley Classic” Competition

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
October 6, 2016
ALL SMILES-- (Left to right) Central Digest Editor-in-Chief Savannah Smith, Central Digest Assistant Editor Preston Fore, Central Principal Finley King and Chief Academic Officer Jill Levine are all smiles discussing her new role as Chief Academic Officer.

Hamilton County Schools’ New Chief Academic Officer, Jill Levine, Hopes to Bring Back the Joys of Teaching

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
September 29, 2016
AMANDA MCKINNEY THEN AND NOW -- Amanda McKinney reminisces about her past at Chattanooga Central High School.

Alumni Spotlight: A ‘Greater Power’ Led Amanda McKinney to Her Teaching Career

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
September 29, 2016
LADY POUNDERS BRING HOME THEIR FIRST VICTORY-- Celisia Snakenberg (center) runs after the soccer ball to secure Central's possession.

Girls’ Soccer Team Claims Season’s First Victory with 4-1 Win Against Howard

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
September 19, 2016
MANY HAMILTON COUNTY TEACHERS ARE CONSIDERED INEFFECTIVE -- Jose Sanchez teaches his Spanish II class the important of foreign language.

Editorial: Teacher Effectiveness Statistics Should Factor Real Situations of Students

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
September 9, 2016
JOSHUA BLOODWORTH WINS EDUCATOR OF THE WEEK -- Band director Joshua Bloodworth teaches band students effective ways to play their instruments.

Band Director Joshua Bloodworth Wins Educator of the Week

Preston Fore, Assistant Editor
August 30, 2016
NEW SCHEDULING -- Mrs. Lindsey Ruggles (left) explains the scheduling procedures for next year to upcoming senior Rachel Woodward.

Central Prepares for New School Year with New Scheduling and Classes

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
May 23, 2016
SIBLING VALEDICTORIANS -- Frances Wilson, along with her brother, Dr. Sandy Wilson, reminisce on their time at Central High School

Brother-Sister Valedictorians Credit Their Success to Academic Rigor at Central High

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
May 3, 2016
2016 CHATTANOOGA YOUNG WOMEN OF DISTINCTION -- Central High's Allie Nedeau (pictured second from right) is among six other high school seniors around Chattanooga to receive the award.

Central Senior, Allie Nedeau, Wins 2016 Chattanooga Young Women of Distinction Award

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
April 14, 2016
CENTRAL STUDENTS PREPARE FOR ACT TESTING -- The ACT test is a requirement for college acceptance.

New TN Bill Could Allow Free ACT Retake for Students

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
March 24, 2016
STUDENTS PREPARE FOR TN READY TESTING -- Sophomores prepare to take Part I of their English 10 TN Ready test.

Editorial: Tennessee Proves Not Ready for TN Ready

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
March 17, 2016
NEW MOBILE ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGY HELPS STUDENTS' CREATIVITY SKILLS -- Central's robotics team competes with robotic technology through Skills USA.

Skills USA Robotics Team Works Towards State Competition

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
March 3, 2016
JROTC MILITARY BALL IS A SUCCESSFUL EVENT -- (left to right) Mr. Finley King, Jake Denton, Autumn Lloyd, and Col. Bill Brooks celebrate 2016 military ball honorary King and Queen.

Annual JROTC Military Ball is a Success

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
February 12, 2016
THE FORCE AWAKENS THEATERS ACROSS THE WORLD -- Star Wars: "The Force Awakens" is still breaking records in the box office.

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” Thrills Central’s Loyal Star Wars Fans

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
January 19, 2016
HARDWOOD HOBBY -- Central's Coach Glen Carter has started building wooden state and college-themed signs as a new hobby.

Coach Carter Finds Hobby in Making Sport-Themed Pallet Signs

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
December 10, 2015
CENTRAL GIVES BACK -- Central's FCCLA is sponsoring a food drive for the local food bank.

FCCLA Sponsors November Canned Food Drive

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
November 19, 2015
THIS IS HALLOWEEN, THIS IS HALLOWEEN -- Halloween haunts the halls and students of Central High.

Editorial: High Schoolers Celebrate Halloween in Different Ways

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
October 30, 2015
CHS GRADUATION RATES FOR 2013-2014 -- Central's graduation rate has seen a slight increase and is in search of an even bigger increase for the 2016 school year!

Graduation Rates: Calculated By More Than Just a Diploma

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
October 27, 2015
DRUMLINE MARCHES TO FIRST PLACE -- Central's Marching Band Drumline received first place at a recent competition.

Central Sound Marching Band Soars at Weekend Competitions

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
October 2, 2015
CENTRAL'S EMPTY HALLS ARE REACHING FOR MORE FUNDING -- While students are in class, these high school hallways are just begging for some much needed funding.

With Less Fee Money Paid, Central Looks to Title I Funding to Fill Gaps

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
September 22, 2015
WELLNESS STUDENTS DANCE THEIR HEARTS OUT -- A fresh assignment in gym class is getting students moving to their own beat.

Student Teacher Instructs Aerobic Dancing for Freshmen P.E. Classes

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
September 17, 2015
CENTRAL ALUM, PAMELA RUSSELL HARRIS, NOW HEAD OF CVC INCORPORATED -- Class of 78' Alum, Pamela Russell Harris, is now the president and CEO of CVC Incorporated.

Pamela Russell Harris (’78) Now a C.E.O. of Caring Voice Coalition, Inc.

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
September 10, 2015
MR. KRIBS KEEPS STUDENTS ENTHRALLED WITH WITH HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY -- Mr. Kribs teaches World History and Geography to freshmen pounders.

New Geography Teacher Kribs is Oregon Native

Preston Fore, Staff Writer
August 31, 2015
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