Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun details her social growth with the help of the tabletop roleplaying game Dungeons and Dragons.
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Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun, a senior, reflects on her time in the ODYSSEY Media Group.
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Webmaster Anna Shaikun, a sophomore, shares her belief that she can go about life better by treating herself like a friend.
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Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun describes her experience at the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program and how it improved her confidence.
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Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun ranks her top five Halloween movies.
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Webmaster Anna Shaikun offers a guide on how to deal with University of Georgia football fans.
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The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council invites CCSD students to give their voice to the CCSD administration to help influence district policy.
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Managing Editor Maya Clement discusses her belief on the importance of having a place to feel free.
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One step at a time: Q&A with Assistant Principal Terry Liggin
by Anna Shaikun April 10, 2024Assistant Principal and Administrator for Freshmen Terry Liggin describes his own high school experience and his hopes for the future of the Freshman Academy.
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Five Clarke Central High School finalists were named to a summer residential program.
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ODYSSEY Media Group students attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association Spring Workshop and Awards Ceremony at the University of Georgia’s Georgia Center for Continuing Education.
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Clarke Central High School students Molly Harwell and Wyatt Meyer were named top of their classes in the state of Georgia as scholatic journalists.
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ODYSSEY Media Group students participated in the 2024 Southern Interscholastic Press Association conference in Columbia, South Carolina from March 1-3.
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Black History Month at CCHS 2024
by Anna Shaikun February 28, 2024Journalism I students showcase examples of Black history, joy, and excellence in members of the Athens community.
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Associate Principal Tamika Henson seeks to form connections and fine-tune administrative processes within the CCSD.
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Variety Editor Janie Ripps shares her belief that starting the day off confident and physically ready reflects mentally and inspires productivity.
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Throughout his 20 years as ODYSSEY Media Group adviser, David Ragsdale has fostered strong connections with his students.
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2024 Cedar vs. Central varsity basketball package
by Anna Shaikun January 20, 2024The CCHS girls and boys varsity basketball teams will compete against Cedar Shoals High School on Jan. 20, with the varsity basketball cheerleading team supporting them.
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Variety Staffers Angel Tejada and Aliyah Wymbs review winter holiday songs and movies.
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The Governor’s Honor Program, a selective summer program offered to sophomores and juniors, began the interviewing process for 2024 on Nov. 2.
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Construction of Clarke Middle School’s new building has been underway while the students have been phased into trailer classrooms.
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Folk-Americana artist Alejandro Rose-Garcia, known professionally as Shakey Graves, released his album “Movie of the Week” on Sept. 15.
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On Sept. 21, an event was held to commemorate the naming of Linnentown Lane.
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As the first quarter of the 2023-2024 school year wraps up, new Clarke Central High School teachers and staff reflect on their time at CCHS so far, their lives before teaching, their hopes for the future and their advice for students.
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Managing Editor Maya Clement talks about her experience going through high school and changing passions.
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57th Classic City Championship Package
by Staff August 19, 2023The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against Cedar Shoals High School in the 57th Classic City Championship at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 19 at CSHS’ Waters-Wilkins Stadium.
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ODYSSEY Media Group staffers summarize issues from the fifth volume of the ODYSSEY Newsmagazine.
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ODYSSEY Media Group staffers summarize issues from the fourth volume of the ODYSSEY Newsmagazine.
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ODYSSEY Class of 2023 seniors reflect on their time in the program.
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After deliberation, Clarke County School District leaders opt not to modify school start and end times for the 2023-2024 school year.
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Current and former members of the CCHS band program gathered to honor the late Dr. Robert Lawrence, former Director of Bands, with a song written in his honor.
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Thirteen members of the ODYSSEY Media Group were nationally recognized for their leadership excellence.
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ODYSSEY Media Group staffers summarize issues from the third volume of the ODYSSEY Newsmagazine.
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ODYSSEY Media Group staffers summarize issues from the second volume of the ODYSSEY Newsmagazine.
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ODYSSEY Media Group staffers summarize issues from the first volume of the ODYSSEY Newsmagazine.
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Three Clarke Central High School finalists were named to a summer residential program.
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Members of ODYSSEY Media Group, iliad Literary-Art Magazine and Journalism I class attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association Spring Workshop and Awards on March 27.
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Webmaster Maya Shrivastav discusses her longtime belief that it’s important to have a voice to influence societal change.
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Clarke Central High School students traveled to the Southern Interscholastic Scholastic Press Association convention in Columbia, S.C. from March 3-5.
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CCSD Superintendent Dr. Robbie P. Hooker has worn many hats throughout his career, including stints as BHL Principal (2003-2008), CCHS Principal (2008-2016) and Superintendent positions outside the county (2016-2022). But now, Hooker has come back to the CCSD on Oct. 6, 2022 with an eye for supporting students and staff.
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Journalism I students showcase examples of Black history, joy, and excellence in members of the Athens community.
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As the annual JROTC ball approaches on Feb. 24, preparations are being made and excitement is rising among JROTC cadets and students.
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From damaged fixtures, graffiti, fights and engaging in unhealthy behaviors like vaping, many factors are negatively impacting CCHS students’ ability to use the bathroom at school.
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News Staffer Jesse Dantzler talks about his harrowing middle school experience, and how that’s ultimately shaped his views on discipline, mental health and well-being.
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The ODYSSEY Media Group, along with the rest of the Clarke Central High School student body, will be on Thanksgiving break from Nov. 22 to Nov. 28.
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Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine editorial boards attended the National Scholastic Press Association 2022 National Fall High School Journalism Convention in St. Louis, Missouri from Nov. 10-12.
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Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams and Governor Brian Kemp will be competing for a Senate position during the general election on Nov. 8.
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Stacey Abrams is a progressive Democrat running for governor in the 2022 Georgia gubernatorial election on Nov. 8.
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ODYSSEY Media Group staffers discuss the best Halloween songs, the best (and worst) costumes, trick-or-treating for teens, Disney classics, and the new “Hellraiser” movie.
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Members of the CCHS Engineering III class are raising money for a robotics competition by selling Rocktopi.
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Sports Editor Wyatt Meyer examines how CCHS fall sports have fared thus far into the season.
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The efficacy of student learning and faculty performance is being hindered by high teacher turnover rates in the CCSD.
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56th Classic City Championship: Cedar vs. Central
by Wyatt Meyer August 17, 2022The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play Cedar Shoals High School in the 56th edition of the Classic City Championship at 7 p.m. on Aug. 18 at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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As the number of school shootings and lockdowns spike across the nation, demand for better security protocols rises at CCHS community.
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After sampling food from different local barbeque restaurants, members of the Variety Staff conclude that Dawg Gone Good BBQ and Pulaski Heights BBQ offer the best barbeque sandwiches in Athens.
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CCHS boys varsity soccer coach Chris Aiken has left a lasting impact on his players, colleagues and the CCHS community through his 10 years of service.
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Twelve CCHS track and field team members will participate in the State Sectionals meet on May 7.
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Army Instructors First Sergeant Antione Clark and Sergeant First Class Donald Hollman received Quilts of Valor awards on April 19.
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The CCHS JROTC program is hosting an awards ceremony to celebrate cadets’ achievements in the JROTC building on April 19.
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CCHS JROTC cadets will participate in the two-person Best Raiders competition on April 23.
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Members of the Gifted Minorities Achieving organization hosted a celebration of Black culture in the CCHS Media Center on March 23.
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Children’s author Alex Gino will speak about their books and LGBTQ representation in literature at CCHS and CMS on March 17.
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Student ambassadors from the ODYSSEY Media Group, Journalism I class and iliad literary-art magazine returned to the Southern Interscholastic Press Association convention in Columbia, S.C. after a two-year hiatus.
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Former College Adviser Tavaria Smith spent six months to help students at her alma mater, and a lifetime to help people in need.
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Tochi Onyebuchi’s book “Beasts Made of Night,” published in 2017, is an incredible Nigerian-style fantasy concept with decent execution.
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Members of the ODYSSEY staff provide reviews of books written by Black female authors focusing on Black stories.
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The CCHS JROTC program celebrated their annual Military Ball on Feb. 11.
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CCHS JROTC cadets are preparing for their annual Military Ball, which will be held on Feb. 11 for the first time since the 2019-20 school year.
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Norwegian singer-songwriter AURORA released a studio album on Jan. 21 that allows listeners to ‘give in to the love’ of her vocals.
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Advisement at CCHS would be better for students if the curriculum was focused on post-high school guidance rather than community-building discussions.
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News Staffer Emily Couch talks about a time where she experienced anxiety in her life, a memory involving her sister moving away to college.
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Variety Staffer Antonio Starks talks about his struggle to come to terms with his religious upbringing and how that plays into his life.
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The Student Government Association at CCHS is working with Toys for Tots and the U.S. Marine Corps to donate toys to children in Athens.
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CCHS teachers unveiled a mural on Oct. 7 as a part of CCHS’ 50th anniversary celebration, commemorating the school’s long history.
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The CCHS English department will be offering two new elective courses for the 2021-2022 school year, Speech/Forensics I and Mythology.
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This year’s ODYSSEY Media Group staff members and Journalism 1 students attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Association’s “Rise Up” spring convention, which took place through an online platform March 4 through 7.
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Weezer released their new album, “OK Human”, in late January. It’s a unique orchestral pop-rock album that’s extremely fitting for this time.
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Olatunji Moussa Mosley connects with his roots and his father through drumming.
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Social Media Insights Lab of College Information and Communication Coordinator at the University of South Carolina St Cyr Luttmer works on the USC’s social media and uses analytics to improve engagement.
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As the 2024 US presidential elections approach, Generation Z’s voting habits have become more and more influenced by social media.
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On May 21, ODYSSEY Media Group staff, family and friends came together at Trump’s Catering to celebrate a year’s worth of student achievement.