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The Central Digest
Sarah Katheron Latham

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor

My name is Sarah Katheron Latham. This is my third year at Central High School, and my third year on the Central Digest staff. I enjoy singing, reading, and gardening. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as Copy Editor this year on the Central Digest.

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SARAH KATHERON LATHAM PLACES 2ND PLACE DURING PUBLIC SPEAKING EVENT DURING WASHINGTON YOUTH TOUR -- Sarah Katheron Latham pictured in D.C. during the Washington Youth Tour event.

Mr. and Ms. Central nominees.

[Photo] Michael Watson and Chloe Barbee Crowned 2022 Mr. And Ms. Central

Meryl Turner, Staff Writer
May 19, 2022
SENIOR DAY, CLASS NIGHT MERGED INTO ONE EVENT— Zoey Greene receiving a scholarship to attend the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga during 2021's Class Night.

[Photo] Changes Continue for Class Day, Senior Night

Kai Morales, Staff Writer
April 22, 2022
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OFFERS SCHOLARSHIPS TO SENIORS -- Riley Martin receives Principal's Scholarship on 2021 Class Night.

[Photo] Alumni Association Scholarships Available to Seniors

Kendra Jones, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
CENTRAL'S CHOIR AND BAND PUT ON A FESTIVE WINTER CONCERT TO END FALL SEMESTER -- Central's band and choir enjoy performing holiday music.

Central’s Choir and Band Put on a Festive Winter Concert to End Fall Semester

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
January 13, 2022
MIDWAY THROUGH EOC TESTING, POUNDERS FINISH SEMESTER ON TESTING SCHEDULE -- The Fall EOC schedule is posted in the hallway for students.

Midway Through EOC Testing, Pounders Finish Semester on Testing Schedule

Tyson Dean and Sarah Katheron Latham
December 6, 2021
NEW DRESS CODE ENFORCEMENT POLICY PROMPTS VARYING RESPONSES FROM TEACHERS AND STUDENTS -- The Central dress code consists of khaki pants, grade level colored polo, and school colored and approved outerwear.

New Dress Code Enforcement Policy Prompts Varying Opinions From Students and Teachers

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
December 2, 2021
CENTRAL ALUMNI ERIC STITTS DESCRIBES THE LASTING IMPACT CENTRAL HAS ON HIS LIFE -- Eric Stitts stands in front of First Baptist Daytona Beach where he currently serves as Senior Pastor.

Central Alumni Eric Stitts Describes the Lasting Impact Central Has on His Life

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
November 24, 2021
BARBEE, WATSON CROWNED AS 2021 HOMECOMING ROYALTY -- Barbee (left) and Watson (right) were crowned at the Homecoming game.

[Photo] Watson, Barbee Named as 2021 Homecoming Royalty

Justin Ramirez, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
CENTRAL STUDENTS VISIT THE NEW SELFIE MUSEUM IN CHATTANOOGA -- Several of Central's seniors pose at the new Chattanooga establishment.

[Photo] Central Student Visits The New Selfie Museum in Chattanooga

Chloee Cannon, Staff Writer
November 1, 2021
Homecoming 2021

PHOTO GALLERY: Homecoming 2021

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
October 1, 2021
CAMR"S CORNER: FALLING INTO WINTER -- Student shivers in the unbearable cold in the front of the school.

[Photo] Carm’s Corner: Falling Into Winter

Carmen Breitenbach, Columnist
September 30, 2021
NINE NEW MEMBERS WERE INDUCTED INTO CENTRAL'S SPORTS HALL OF FAME --Ken Connelly thanks those who helped him excel during his sports career and reminisces over his time at Central.

[Photo] Nine New Members Inducted into Central’s Sports Hall of Fame

Justin Ramirez, Staff Writer
September 22, 2021
FORMER DIGEST EDITOR ALLIE NEDEAU ANASTAS IS NOW AN EDUCATOR -- Anastas, with her fellow teachers, is ready for a field day at Jasper Elementary School.

Former Digest Editor Allie Nedeau Anastas is Now an Educator

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
September 20, 2021
DUTCH FIELDS OF HONOR FOUNDATION HONORS CENTRAL GRADUATE AND WWII VETERAN -- Portraits and newspaper clippings of Lieutenant Crockett include his senior pictures and military portrait.

Dutch Fields of Honor Foundation Honors Central Graduate and WWII Hero James Crockett

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
September 14, 2021
The Sun has Set on the 2020-21 School Year; We Will be Back in August

The Sun has Set on the 2020-21 School Year; We Will be Back in August

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
May 22, 2021
PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 Graduation

PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 Graduation

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
May 21, 2021
PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 SENIOR DAY -- Mr. and Miss Central courts celebrate with class dedicatory, Brielle Farrow.

PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 Senior Day

Sarah Katheron Latham and Karleigh Schwarzl
May 19, 2021
PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 CLASS NIGHT -- Morgan Watts receives an award on Class Night.

PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 Class Night

Sarah Katheron Latham, Copy Editor
May 18, 2021
SIX CENTRAL STUDENTS WIN YSSW CONTEST -- Winners of the writing contest will be recognized with a medal.

[Photo] Six Central Students Win YSSW Contest

Blake Catlett, Editor
May 10, 2021
TWO CENTRAL STUDENTS ARE FIRST IN COUNTY TO EARN GREEN CERTIFICATION -- Amaya Landess-Feldman and Cruz Johnson have earned recognition for learning about renewable energy and efficiency.

Two Central Students Are First in County to Earn Green Energy Certification

Haroun Ghazi and Sarah Katheron Latham
May 8, 2021
PROMETHEAN BOARDS DELIVERED TO CENTRAL -- New Promethean boards sit in the front hallway.

Promethean Boards Delivered to Central

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
May 3, 2021
LADY POUNDERS FALL TO BOYD BUCHANAN, HIXSON -- Sophomore Malorie Parris at second base.

[Photo] Lady Pounders Fall to Boyd Buchanan, Hixson

Luke Keown, Sports Editor
May 3, 2021
NEW BUSINESS CLASSES WILL BE AVAILABLE IN 2021 -- Teachers have posted several flyers in the hallway to raise awareness and encourage students to sign up for new business classes.

[Photo] New Business Classes Will be Available in Fall 2021

Haroun Ghazi, Staff Writer
April 26, 2021
DOOR AND FRAMES GET REPLACED -- Hamilton County maintenance workers make progress on the installation of new doors.

Four Outside Doors and Frames Are Replaced

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
April 10, 2021
CENTRAL'S LONG HISTORY OF STUDENT INVOLVEMENT -- CHS bookstore and usher armbands sit in a display case honoring Central's past.

Central’s Rich History of Student Involvement Encourages the Return of Clubs and Student Aides

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
April 1, 2021
DR. JIMMY MCCOLLUM VISITS DIGEST -- Dr. Jimmy McCollum speaks to Senior Blake Catlett, editor-in-chief, and Junior Karleigh Schwarzl, sports editor, in Central's library.

[Photo] Dr. Jimmy McCollum Visits Central Digest Staff

Blake Catlett, Editor
March 26, 2021
TOO MUCH SITTING -- Student completes work in Central's Library.

Academic Endeavors Encourage Dangerous Amounts of Sitting

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
March 22, 2021
CENTRAL BRINGS IN NFHS LIVE STREAMING -- Central cheerleaders cheer on the Pounders.

NFHS Live Streaming Breaks Limitations Imposed by Social Distancing

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
March 8, 2021
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION'S BRICK SALE CONTINUES -- The first bricks that have been ordered sit in the Central High School library.

Alumni Sponsored Brick Fundraiser Continues With Renewed Purpose

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
March 3, 2021
2021 MISS CENTRAL COURT NOMINATIONS SHINE LIGHT ON SCHOOL -- From left to right, Seniors Dallana Nolasco, Ashlee Smith, Africa Phinezy, Madison Taylor, Destiny Smith, and Ashley Lackey were chosen to be on the Miss Central Court.

[Photo] 2021 Miss Central Court Nominations Shine Light On School

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer
March 1, 2021
2021 MR. CENTRAL COURT -- From left to right, Seniors Tanner Salinas, Grayson Catlett, and Blake Catlett were elected to the 2021 Mr. Central Court.

[Photo] Central Announces Nominees for 2021 Mr. Central Ballot

March 1, 2021
KARA ('04) AND MARK ('02) SERVE AS NURSES FOR LIFE FORCE -- The Eidsons stand in front of a LIFE FORCE helicopter with their daughter.

Alumni Spotlight: Kara (’04) and Mark (’02) Eidson Serve as Flight Nurses For Life Force

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
February 22, 2021
CENTRAL STUDENTS TAKE BENCHMARKS IN THE MIDST OF ONLINE LEARNING -- An English 9 student reviews their first benchmark test of the semester.

[Photo] Central Students Take Benchmarks in Midst of Online Learning

Bailey Brantingham, Editor
February 23, 2021
COVID PANDEMIC CAUSES A DROP IN MATH COMPREHENSION -- Peggy Moyer is teaching her students via zoom meeting by also using her Elmo to project as she writes the needed notes

In-Person Meeting and After-School Rehearsals Resume for Music Classes

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
February 9, 2021
TIME SPANS ON SCHOLARSHIPS BECOME LONGER OVER THE PANDEMIC -- Stacy Alexander and Grant Scutt are elbowing to rejoice in the reception of an Alumni Scholarship.

[Photo] Time Spans on Scholarships Become Longer Over The Pandemic

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
CENTRAL STUDENTS TAKE PSAT/NMSQT -- The PSAT/NMSQT is designed for sophomores and juniors and opens the doors to countless opportunities.

The PSAT/NMSQT Presents Opportunities for Central Students

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
February 2, 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.

Phase 0? New Guidelines Are Established for Extracurricular Activities

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
January 26, 2021
CENTRAL FOCUSES ON OUTREACH DURING A DIFFICULT YEAR-- Dallana Nolazco, Morgan Crites, Makayla Paris, Colby Adams, and Deondree Roberts stand in the armory with collection boxes for the toy and hygiene drives.

Central Focuses on Outreach During a Difficult Year

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
December 4, 2020

Alumni Association Golf Tournament Swings Central Towards Success

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
November 12, 2020
RUTH RAMSEY CELEBRATES 100 -- Alumna Ruth Ramsey celebrates her 100th birthday.

Central Alumna Ruth DeSha Ramsey Celebrates 100

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
November 10, 2020
PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Kenyon McCroby and Destiny Smith celebrate being named Homecoming King and Queen.

Photo Gallery: Homecoming 2020

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
November 2, 2020
PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- Ashley Lackey is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Logan Batey.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- Ashley Lackey is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Logan Batey.

The Central Sound of Chattanooga performs their half time show, "This is Me: The Music of the Greatest Showman, after the homecoming game.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Sound of Chattanooga performs their half time show, "This is Me: The Music of the Greatest Showman, after the homecoming game.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Central High School majorettes practice their routine on the sideline.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- Band member Imari Parks enjoys a song playing during the football game.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020--Central color guard members stand together: From left to right) Alyssa Fax, Kaitlyn Garnand, and Gabby Gray.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Madison Taylor exits the football field after the Homecoming festivities.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Madison Taylor exits the football field after the Homecoming festivities.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Ashlee Smith exits the football field after the Homecoming festivities.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Dallana Nolazco exits the football field after the Homecoming festivities.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Dallana Nolazco is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Deondree Roberts.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Madison Taylor is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Kaleb Gienapp

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Ashlee Smith is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Joshua Boles.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Destiny Smith is presented as the 2020 Homecoming Queen, escorted by Riley Martin.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Bileah SIt presents Destiny Smith as the 2020 Homecoming Queen, escorted by Riley Martin.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Destiny Smith is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Riley Martin

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Destiny Smith is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Riley Martin.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Ashlee Smith is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Joshua Boles.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Dallana Nolanzco is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Deondree Roberts.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Dallana Nolanzco is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court, escorted by Deondree Roberts.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Tanner Silas is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Jeremy Rogers is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Bryson Eddy is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --Grayson Catlett is presented as a member of the 2020 Homecoming Court.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Pounders gather on the field to discuss the game.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 --The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders face the Howard Tigers on Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central Pounders prepare to face the Howard Tigers Homecoming night.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The Central JROTC presents colors as the band plays the Star Spangled Banner.

PHOTO GALLERY: HOMECOMING 2020 -- The band performs their half-time show, "This is Me: The Music of The Greatest Showman", post-game, homecoming night.

The Central Sound of Chattanooga Faces Unforeseen Circumstances

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
October 9, 2020
Phil Iannarone, Vance Fry, Katheron Latham, Charlynne Fry, and Buffy Hoge (Left to Right) sit in the piano lab which they helped support.

The CHS Piano Lab

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
September 23, 2020
MOLLY BROWN PROVIDES INCLUSIVE EDUCATION PATHS FOR CENTRAL STUDENTS-- Molly Brown sits in her classroom waiting for her students.

Molly Brown Provides Inclusive Education Paths for Central Students

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
September 16, 2020
UNCERTAINTY IS CERTAIN, SO KEEP LOOKING FORWARD -- Students in Mr. Fletcher's fourth period class scratch their heads in confusion.

Uncertainty is Certain, so Keep Looking Forward

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor
August 26, 2020
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[Photo] Bailey Brantingham: From 'Grape' to Graduate; Goodbye Central!

May 13, 2021
2020 Class Night Pictures

2020 Class Night Pictures

Sarah Katheron Latham, Staff Writer
June 15, 2020
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