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The Central Digest
Grayson Catlett

Grayson Catlett, Columnist

Howdy! I'm Grayson Catlett, and this is my first year with the Digest. I will be serving as the senior columnist for the class of 2021. I have a very broad taste in music, and I love to observe the politics of both the past and the present. I plan to attend either Vanderbilt or Emory University starting next fall. Despite numerous setbacks, I can't wait to see how this year goes!

All content by Grayson Catlett
(file photo) -- Grayson Cattlet spent his Senior year as the Central Digest's columnist.

The Gray Area: Outta Here!

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
May 12, 2021
SLUGGISHNESS, SUMMER, AND SAFETY -- Grayson prepares for summer in one hand and struggles with school in another.

The Gray Area: Sluggishness, Summer, & Safety

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
April 24, 2021
SPRING...BREAK? STAY? -- Grayson Catlett sits and enjoys the sun at home (not a crowded Florida beach).

The Gray Area: Spring…Break? Stay?

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
April 1, 2021
DESTINY SMITH NAMED CLASS REPRESENTATIVE -- Senior Destiny Smith cheers at a Central football game.

Destiny Smith Selected as Class Representative

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
March 19, 2021
FIFTEEN DAYS? -- Grayson Catlett points to March 13 on the calendar, marking the one-year anniversary of Hamilton County schools shutting down due to COVID-19.

The Gray Area: “Fifteen” Days to Slow the Spread

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
March 18, 2021
(file photo) -- Coach Kantonio Davis talks to his team during a timeout.

Kantonio Davis Named Coach of the Year for District 6-AA Boys’ Basketball

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
March 5, 2021
THE FINAL STRETCH -- Senior Grayson Catlett points to the graduation countdown clock.

The Gray Area: Eyes on the End

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
March 4, 2021
COVID-19 TESTS NOW AVAILABLE AT CENTRAL -- Above is a image of the COVID-19 virus that has impacted the world for roughly a year.

Central to Provide Optional COVID-19 Tests on Campus

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
February 24, 2021
CURING A LACK OF MOTIVATION -- Senior Grayson Catlett falls asleep at his desk, tired of his schoolwork.

The Gray Area: How to Cure a Lack of Motivation

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
February 18, 2021
STUDENTS PREPARE FOR DEBATE COMPETITION -- The students that are a part of Central's debate effort shown left to right: Adrian Copeland, Amber Burchfield, Mischa Johnson, and Mikiah Tate.

Central Physics Teacher Prepares Students for Debate Competition in the Spring

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
February 17, 2021
ART CLASSES FORCED TO ADAPT TO DISTANCE LEARNING -- Art instructor Melissa Hoesman assists one of her art students, Senior Kassy Griffith.

[Photo] Central’s Art Classes Continue to Adapt to Distance Learning

Bailey Brantingham, Editor
February 8, 2021
FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF 2021 -- Senior Columnist Grayson Catlett celebrating the start of a new year.

The Gray Area: First Impressions on the New Year

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
February 4, 2021
SENIORS MEET WITH COUNSELORS FOR FINAL SEMESTER HELP -- Stacy Alexander talks to three students about future testing protocol. File Photo from 2020.

Senior Counselors Hold Zoom Meeting for Help on Financial Aid and Graduation

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
January 29, 2021
CHANGING TIMES CALL FOR A NEW SAFETY TEAM -- SRO Marcus Dotson is working on keeping everyone safe while keeping his distance.

[Photo] Changing Times Call for a New Safety Team

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer
January 27, 2021
TOPPING 2020 OFF WITH THE CORONAVIRUS -- Senior Columnist Grayson Catlett sits in his bed with a face covering on.

The Gray Area: Ending 2020 With a Quarantine

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
January 21, 2021
THE HOLI-GRAY SPECIAL-- Columnist Grayson Catlett decorates his family's Christmas tree.

The Gray Area: The Holi-Gray Special

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
December 16, 2020
CHRIS KRIBS IS NAMED TEACHER OF THE MONTH -- History teacher Chris Kribs pictured with his family.

Chris Kribs Named Central’s Teacher of the Month for November

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
December 11, 2020
THE GRAY AREA: THANKS-KEEPING AND GRAY FRIDAY -- Columnist Grayson Catlett browses the aisles of Wal-Mart in preparation of Black Friday.

The Gray Area: Thanks-Keeping and Gray Friday

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
November 19, 2020
FROM PLAYER TO COACH -- Coach Sandrea Sylman was one of the Lady Pounders' star players during her time on the team. File photo from 2014.

Former Central Students Sandrea Sylman and Madison Rogers Named as New Girls’ Basketball Coaches

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
November 16, 2020
CENTRAL CONTINUES TO FACE DECREASES IN STUDENTS BODY -- Central students explore colleges and other post-high school opportunities at last year's college fair.

Central’s Student Body Continues to Decrease

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
November 9, 2020
THE APPLICATION GRIND -- Senior Columnist Grayson Catlett gesturing to his CommonApp, which is used to simplify the college application process.

The Gray Area: Applying to Colleges in 2020

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
November 5, 2020
SAY GOODBYE TO SNOW DAYS -- Senior Columnist Grayson Catlett preparing for the cold weather that is yet to come.

The Gray Area: Snow Days are Melting Away

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
October 22, 2020
BRIELLE FARROW PICKED AS THE CLASS OF 2021 DEDICATORY -- (From left to right) Biology teaher Gary Fomby, instructional coach Brielle Farrow, OneMain Financial branch manager Betsy Corum, and Assistant Principal Steve Lewis celebrating a grant that was awarded to assist Farrow's chemistry classes. File photo from 2014.

Brielle Farrow Chosen As 2021 Class Dedicatory

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
October 7, 2020
HAMILTON COUNTY FREE MEALS TO ALL STUDENTS

Hamilton County to Serve Free Meals to All Students

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
October 6, 2020
THE GRAY AREA: A CRAZY ELECTION FOR AN EVEN CRAZIER YEAR -- Senior Columnist Grayson Catlett turning away from watching the presidential debate of September 29, 2020.

The Gray Area: A Crazy Election for an Even Crazier Year

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
October 1, 2020
COVID-19 CAUSES LITTLE CHANGE UP IN INTRUDER DRILL -- Officer Marcus Dotson explains intruder drill procedures to a student.

[Photo] COVID-19 Causes Little Change Up in Intruder Drill

Bailey Moore, Staff Writer
September 17, 2020
THE GRAY AREA: TOUCHDOWNS OR BREAKOUTS? -- Columnist Grayson Catlett looking out over the Pounders' football field.

The Gray Area: Touchdowns or Breakouts?

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
September 17, 2020
SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH -- Suicide prevention is often represented by a yellow banner; it is also occasionally represented with a teal banner.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
September 14, 2020
A REINTRODUCTION TO MARCUS DOTSON -- SRO Marcus Dotson working in his office in the main office.

A Reintroduction to Marcus Dotson

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
September 10, 2020
THE GRAY AREA: WHAT DOES EVERYONE THINK ABOUT PHASE THREE? -- Columnist Grayson Catlett poses with one of the many safety posters around Central.

The Gray Area: What Does Everyone Think About Phase Three?

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
September 3, 2020
CENTRAL'S NEW ALGEBRA TEACHER SAMUEL JONES LOOKS TO MAKE MEMORIES -- Jones holding a Zoom call for class.

Central’s New Algebra Teacher Samuel Jones Looks to Make Memories

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
August 27, 2020
WELCOME TO THE GRAY AREA -- Welcome to the Gray Area, the Central Digest's new column written by Senior Grayson Catlett.

Welcome to the Gray Area

Grayson Catlett, Columnist
August 20, 2020
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