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The CCSD was awarded the ASPIRE Grant from the American Association of Adapted Sports Program, jump-starting the establishment of a new adapted sports program.

A slideshow displays various Valentines day traditions and their origins.

Preparations are being made at Clarke Middle School to undergo renovations and a possible rebuild.

Journalism 1 student Luna Reichert shares her experience with having a mom with multiple sclerosis and how it has affected her life.

On Oct. 12, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play Walnut Grove High School.

According to an email sent to Clarke County School District students and parents, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme will no longer be offered by the district.

Members of Clarke Central High School’s ODYSSEY Media Group (OMG) and Journalism 1 class attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association (GSPA) spring awards banquet and workshop on April 17.

The National Association of Secondary School Principals initiated the Breakthrough School Award in 2007 to recognize middle and high schools that have made academic achievements while serving many students of poverty.

Staff of the ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary Arts Magazine gathered at the Athens Cotton Press-The Trade Room for the 2016-17 banquet.

Clarke Central High School seniors celebrated Decision Day on April 27 in Mell auditorium.

Junior Troy Deslatte has dwarfism, but he refuses to let his condition limit him.

CCHS Interact Club members are collaborating with students and teachers from Cedar Shoals High School and North Oconee High School to host the third annual DreamFest to raise awareness and support for undocumented students.

Staff writer Emma Crane tells you what look you should rock this prom with a quick quiz and Senior Visuals Coordinator Julie Alpaugh reflects on her experiences with the event.

ODYSSEY Media Group Senior Visuals Coordinator Julie Alpaugh reflects on her experience photographing prom as a freshman and her thoughts on the event.

Clarke Central High School Principal Marie Yuran, fellow administrators and students discuss Yuran’s first year as principal and plans for the future.

On April 1, Clarke Central High School hosted the first annual school district maker faire. Clarke County School District students were able to present their creations.

Clarke Central High School hosted the Google for Education Leadership Roundtable on March 30. Educators from across the state came to observe the school and discuss technology in schools.

Broadcast staffer Kelly Fulford talks to Clarke Central High School running back coach about preperations for the 2017/2018 football season.

Guest speaker and award-winning author Colm Tóibín spoke Clarke Central High School on March 17 opening discussion about some of his notable works, such as “Brooklyn”.

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group traveled to Columbia, S.C. for the 2017 Southern Interscholastic Press Association conference from March 2-5.

University of Miami fullback Marquez Williams, a 2011-12 Clarke Central High School graduate, has traveled a path that has led him to his dreams.

Blanca Lynch has been a hard worker all her life, and continues to work hard at her job as a custodian at Clarke Central High School.

The print variety staff searches for the best pizza in Athens, trying slices from two pizza places close to Clarke Central High School, Hungry Howie’s Pizza and Domino’s Pizza.

Ken Manring turned a 111-year old building into White Tiger Gourmet: a symbol for local artwork, events and most importantly, barbecue.

Athens’ own David C. Barrow Elementary and Chase Street Elementary Schools were recognized by the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement. Barrow received silver status and Chase Street received bronze status on the state’s list.

Clarke Central High School swimmers prepare for their state meet, which will take place on Feb. 4.

With over half of the team being newcomers, junior Muhammed DeLane talks about what the team is doing to kick off the 2017 Clarke Central High School boys varsity soccer team season right.

Clarke Central High School Middle Years Program students have received mixed messages about what the true requirement is for the International Baccalaureate personal project.

Clarke Central High School held its winter sports pep rally on Jan. 20 in the James Crawford Memorial Arena with performances from the varsity and JV basketball cheerleaders.

The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School varsity basketball teams faced off on Jan. 21 at CCHS. The Lady Glads won 53-44 and the boys lost 67-57.

Fifteen Clarke Central High School band students will attend the annual University of Georgia January High School Band Festival Jan. 19 through 22.

English department teacher David Ragsdale’s British Literature class had a poetry slam on Jan. 4 where students were able to share original poetry.

In the final stages of Clarke Central High School’s reconstruction, the James Crawford Memorial Arena has been completed. The gym is now in used for sports including basketball and indoor soccer.

The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School girl’s and boy’s varsity basketball teams faced off at CSHS on Dec. 10. The CCHS boy’s team lost to CSHS 73-70 while the girl’s team won 59-57.

On Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m., Clarke Central High School will host the Fellowship of Christian Athletes All-Star Football Game.

Clarke Central High School “goes green” with new, ecologically-friendly features incorporated in the building’s renovation.

Cross-town rivals Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School basketball teams will face off on Dec. 10 and Jan. 21, 2017.

Marie Yuran was named principal of Clarke Central High School on Sept. 1. However, many students remain unaware of this position change months into the school year.

Enrollment at Clarke Central High School increases by more than 100 students.

Junior Joseph Clarke was accepted to participate in the High School Honors Performance Series, which allots him the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

This Thanksgiving has called for Print Junior Copy Editor Andrew Caldwell, a sophomore, to reflect on the past year, and give thanks to those who have impacted his life.

Clarke Central High School math department teacher Dr. Elijah Swift has found himself taking the role of teacher his whole life.

Editors for the ODYSSEY Media Group attended the National Scholastic Press Association Fall Conference in Indianapolis, IN on Nov. 10-13.

This past week, the ODYSSEY Media Group visited Indianapolis, Indiana for the National Scholastic Press Association 2016 fall conference. While there, members spoke to people from across the country to gage their reactions to the 2016 election.

Clarke Central High School held it’s annual Midnight Madness event in the New Gym. The event brought the CCHS community together with basketball, music and entertainment on Nov. 5.

Varsity linebacker Byron “Memphis” Spraggins, a senior, has been playing football since he was young and his love for the game is strongly influenced by his father.

The ODYSSEY editorial board endorses Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton.

In light of the C-Team’s championship game win, Clarke Central High School football coaches and players reflect on their success this season and look ahead to the future of the program.

The freshmen science department, after being in a Learning Cottages for two years, have gotten fully operational labs in their new classrooms located in the South Wing.

The Clarke Central Players are preparing for their performance of “Epic Proportions” that will take place in early November.

As Halloween weekend begins, Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano breaks down the creepy clown sightings that has led to mass hysteria over social media.

On Oct. 28, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Walnut Grove High School 33-21. This secures the Gladiators’ placement as the No.3 seed in the Region AAAAA GHSA State Football Championship.

The Wild Rumpus is a Halloween event held in Downtown Athens. Several Clarke Central High School students take part in the event.

After their 44-21 defeat over Flowery Branch High School on Oct. 21, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team earned their spot in the playoffs and have began working towards a victory .

Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić complied a package of the fall sports galleries including photos from the fall sports pep rally, fall sports senior night and the Clarke Central High School varsity football game against Flowery Branch. Galleries are by Julie Alpaugh and Zoe Peterson.

The Clarke Central High School Gladiators faced the Flowery Branch High School Falcons in Billy Henderson stadium on Oct. 22. They finished the game with a 44-21 victory and secured a spot in the playoffs.

By JULIE ALPAUGH – Visuals Coordinator By ZOE PETERSON – Print Photography Editor Clarke…

All seniors participating in fall sports, band and JROTC were recognized on the field before the Clarke Central High School varsity football game against Flowery Branch High School.

Professor of Language and Literacy Education Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor discusses her involvement with bringing Rose of Athens to perform at CCHS for Poe-tober and Poe-tober within Athens.

The Rose of Athens Theatre’s traveling performance of “Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe: The Tell-Tale Heart” started out strong, but took a big turn for the worse in the latter part of the plot.

The Clarke Central High School Raiders team practice and train for their meet at Jackson High School this Oct. 15.

The Clarke Central High School Student Government Association is orchestrating its first pep rally for the 2016-17 school year.

In light of former Clarke Central High School Principal Dr. Robbie P. Hooker’s departure last spring, CCHS Assistant Principal Reginald Thomas discusses changes the team is implementing this year.

Clarke Central High School defeated Cedar Shoals High School 38-12 on Sept. 23 in the 50th annual Classic City Championship.

Clarke Central High School held its Homecoming football game against North Oconee High School on Sept. 16 and its Homecoming Dance on Sept. 17.

Interim Principal Marie Yuran was chosen as Clarke Central High School’s principal by school and district level selection committees.

Click photo to view gallery.   By JULIE ALPAUGH – Visuals Coordinator By ZOE…

Clarke Central High School held its first day of the 2016- 2017 school year on Aug. 9.

When the lights go out and the final season is over, football players at any level must find themselves outside of the sport.

The Clarke County School District community is currently recuperating from events that have spurred debates, leaving many feeling that issues and breakdowns have reached a boiling point.

Clarke Central High School teachers and administrators are seeking to counteract current illiteracy and poverty trends with extensive reading initiatives. Will they work?

On April 6, the Clarke County School District held the annual CCSD Special Olympics at Clarke Central High School.

On April 1, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes hosted a 3-on-3 basketball tournament at Clarke Central High School.

Clarke Central High School security officer Vara Loggins overcame her struggles to become a positive role model at CCHS.

On April 1 at 7:45 a.m., Clarke Central High School’s Media Specialists and English department teachers will be hosting a breakfast social for the CCHS staff. Going forward, each department will organize a breakfast for the school’s faculty on the first Friday of every month.

Ketchapp, known for its game 2048, has released another app that has hit the top of the Apple Apps chart. Stack, released on Feb. 17 2016, has a clear objective while still providing enough challenge for the player.

Members of Clarke Central High School’s iliad, ODYSSEY Newsmagazine, and ODYSSEY Online attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Association convention for the tenth year.

Freshman Ana Aldridge takes a closer look at the gap between women’s and men’s sports at high school and collegiate levels.

News Editor Jurnee Louder reflects on her own experiences with discrimination in Downtown Athens and how it can be stopped.

College athletes reflect on their experience as full time athletes as well as students, and the difficulties they encountered.

On Feb. 17, Athens residents gathered in the Cedar Shoals High School auditorium to discuss the recent alleged sexual assault case.

At age six, Clarke Central High School freshman Patrick Madrid moved to the southern region of Sevilla, Spain, which changed his life forever.

Former Burney Harris Lyons Middle School girls soccer coach Scott Moore is taking the next step in his coaching career at Clarke Central High School.

On Feb. 9 and 16, through a partnership with the University of Georgia, Clarke Central High School administration, teachers and parents along with UGA college of Education professors and graduate students will meet for a Dinner Dialogue to discuss the book “‘Multiplication is for White People’: Raised expectations for other people’s children” by Lisa Delpit.

On Feb. 5 Clarke Central High School held their winter pep rally which included performances from the CCHS varsity basketball cheerleaders, faculty members, CCHS varsity basketball team and more.

On Feb. 5, author Gavriel Savit visited the Clarke Central High School Media Center through a partnership with Avid Bookshop for a book reading, Q&A and book signing.

The Athens Fashion Collective held three days of fashion-related events around Athens. One event, called Georgia Sewn, was a new roster addition.

“The whole family working for you” is the slogan of Panaderia Tacuari. The family owned bakery, located at 145 Fritz Mar Lane, opened the summer of 2015.

Cedar Shoals High School’s Tech Team taught Clarke Central High School students about virtual reality software and Google Cardboard.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Damerea Hopp attributes his personality to a few memorable moments.

On Jan. 23, cross-town rivalries Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School varsity basketball teams face off. The CCHS varsity girls took a 73-39 win followed by the CCHS varsity boys loss 54-73.

The girls’ track team, whose official team practices began Jan. 19, is preparing for this year’s season by focusing on their goal to go to state.

On Jan. 18, Athens community members marched through the streets of downtown Athens to push for a discrimination free community.

On Jan. 18, Athens community members marched through the streets of downtown Athens to push for a discrimination free community.

Senior Matthew Green sits in class, quietly finishing his work. Green is a respectful student, who never causes anyone any trouble. However, he wasn’t always the model student he is now. In middle school, he acted out and got into trouble frequently.

>On Jan. 16, the Clarke Central High school’s girls and boys varsity basketball teams won both games against Oconee County High School. The girls won 72-27 and the boys won 63-54.

On Jan. 5, students at Clarke Central High School came back from break to an essentially new school as the school’s on-going renovation enters a new phase.

On December 11, the Clarke Central High School basketball teams faced their cross-town rival Cedar Shoals . The varsity girls took away a 64-30 win however the varsity boys lost 44-73.

Clarke Central alumnus and former University of Georgia head baseball coach David Perno will continue his career in Athens as the new CCHS head football coach.

Standing only 5’1” as she rushes down the hall to unlock her classroom at Clarke Central High School, students wouldn’t guess what special education department teacher Judith Jurado’s passion was as a kid.

Many Clarke Central High School athletes transition between sports throughout their high school career and face pros and cons in doing so.

In School Suspension paraprofessional Walter Jones discusses his youth, college years and the future.

Members of the ODYSSEY staff attended the National Scholastic Press Association Fall Conference in Orlando, Florida on Nov. 12-15.

School counselor intern Maggie Craig started working at Clarke Central High School in August and hopes to continue working here until the end of the school year.

After attending “A Conversation with Alice Walker” on Oct. 15 at the Morton Theater, sophomore Suncana Pavlic discusses her discoveries with the connection between Alice Walker and her family.

Local business owner Angie Tillman fulfilled her dream with the opening of her new storefront Phickles Phun Foods earlier this year.

On Fri., Nov. 6, CCHS celebrated senior night where seniors who participated in fall sports were recognized on the field. Clarke central was then defeated by Loganville 42-13.

Clarke Central High School wrestlers have begun dieting and exercising to ensure success in this year’s season, while moving away from unhealthy weight loss strategies.

The print variety staff began their journey across the Classic City in search for the best Athens has to offer with stops at four Latin American restaurants.

The annual Wild Rumpus parade took place in Downtown Athens on Sat., Oct. 31.

In preparation for this Halloween coming up on Oct. 31, here are five things to do before the holiday season begins.

On Oct. 25, Athens held its 6th annual AthHalf, a half marathon.

In honor of October being National Dyslexia Awareness Month, Julie Alpaugh shares her story of discovering and coming to accept the fact she has dyslexia.

On Oct. 16, Clarke Central High School won 44-7 against Gainesville High School at Billy Henderson stadium.

Banned Books Week is Sept. 27 – Oct. 3 and is a time to recognize books that have been challenged or banned and to celebrate the freedom to read.

ODYSSEY Online complied a package of several galleries on the 2015 homecoming pep rally, homecoming court, homecoming game and homecoming dance by Sophie Fernandes, Ella Sams and Julie Alpaugh.

Before the homecoming game on September 25, the Clarke Central High School homecoming court was presented and the homecoming queen was crowned.

Clarke Central High School student’s attended the homecoming dance On Sept. 26 to finish off the week of homecoming activities.

Clarke Central High School held the homecoming pep rally on Sept. 25 that featured several performances and games to express school spirit.

During the homecoming game on September 25, Clarke Central High School faced Apalachee High school and crowned the 2015 homecoming queen.

The varsity softball team is going to the 8-AAAAA regional tournament for the first time in eight years on Sept. 28.

For the 2015 football Season, varsity and junior varsity coach Aaron Cavin discusses his thoughts on the new players and what they bring to the team.

On Sept. 13, Pride Week wound down with a family-friendly Pride Festival held on Washington Street in Downtown Athens. The festival featured music, food and variety of vendors to express Athens’ support of the LGBTQ community.

For the 2015-2016 school year, Clarke County School District students in seventh through tenth grade were given new Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e Chromebooks.

On Sept. 11, Clarke Central High School played Cedar Shoals High School in the 49th Classic City Championship. CCHS won over CSHS 29-0.

Digital managing editor Aneesa-Conine Nakano and the ODYSSEY Online staff compiled a comprehensive package, including fast facts, columns by staff writer Fear Churchwell and Cedar Shoals BluePrints Magazine sports editor Matteo Castile, an interactive timeline and By The Numbers graphic by Suncana Pavlic and a SCENE at Central video by Karla Dougan and Julie Alpaugh.

In this episode of SCENE, Julie Alpaugh and Karla Dougan visit rival schools: Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School and talk to students about the upcoming football game.

The Student Government Association begins a new year working hard to continue their traditions from the past and planning new events.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team is in preparation for their first region game.

On Aug. 20, Clarke Central High School hosted Open House, an event in which parents/guardians had the opportunity to meet teachers.

Clarke Central High School students talk to Karla Dougan and Julie Alpaugh about what they did over summer break.

Clarke Central High School started its 2015-16 academic school year on Aug. 11.

A participant in the Trans Jam BMX contest executes a flip at the Athens…

Check out staff writer Julie Alpaugh’s photos from Twilight.

In 2012 the Clarke Middle School garden was created through the initiative of parent David Berle and former agriculture science teacher Cheryl Hinson. It started as a plot of land in front of the school but over past years the front garden has expanded to four plots, and also includes a greenhouse.

Decision Day was held May 1 in Mell Auditorium.

The 2015 Clarke Central High School Prom was held April 17 at the State Botanical Gardens.

On Feb. 3, former Clarke Central High School principal Dr. Jim Willis returned to campus to visit and reflect on his time here.

The University of Georgia Student Tate Center held the annual Georgia Scholastic Press Association banquet on April 3, 2015 to celebrate the achievements of student journalists throughout the state.

Many athletes like to snack on junk food after a practice or game. Junk…

On October 31, Clarke Central defeated Heritage 29-15 at Billy Henderson Stadium on Senior Night.

By JULIE ALPAUGH – Broadcast Staff Teamwork and problem solving both come into play…

Clarke Central High School freshmen have class in the freshman academy. This year the…

Outside of Clarke County, homecoming is regarded as one of the most memorable events of high school. Although once celebrated, today this spirit is not found at Clarke Central High School.

By JULIE ALPAUGH – Broadcast Staff In anticipation of homecoming game on Friday, students…

The Classic City Championship took place on Sept. 12-13. Despite trailing 14-6 on Sept. 12, before the game was postponed to Sept. 13 due to weather delays. Clarke Central went on to win the game 44-29 on Sept. 13.

Clarke Central played Lanier on Friday, Sept. 5. At the game? See if you were SCENE!

Clarke Central played Hart County on Friday, Aug. 29 At the game? See if you were SCENE!

By THE ODYSSEY STAFF Athens, Ga. – More than 1,500 students managed to find…

Members of Clarke Central’s Iliad Literary-Art Magazine, Odyssey Online, ODTV and Odyssey Newsmagazine recieve accolades from state competition.

Clarke Central seniors express how they feel as the school year comes to the end.

Members of the Clarke Central High School Interact Club, French club and National Honor Society teamed up to host a Stop Hunger Now event.

On April 18, The State Botanical Garden of Georgia hosted Clarke Central High School’s prom. Check out more coverage of prom on twitter. #CCHSPROM

Athens stars hit the stage to show their moves in the 2014 dancing with the Athens stars.

Forty-five members of Clarke Central High School’s ODYSSEY Newsmagazine, Odyssey Online, ODTV and Iliad Literary-Art Magazine participated in the University of South Carolina’s Southern Interscholastic Press Association’s #NoFilter convention in Columbia, S.C. from Feb. 28 – March 2, along with more than 450 other students from across the Southeast.

On Feb. 15, the Athens Hip Hop Awards honored an array of artists and businesses from the Athens community.

November eighth is the game we have been waiting for. What do the coaches think? Learn more here.

In anticipation of the Cedar Shoals v. Clarke Central game, we asked students who they think will win.

The orchestra, drama club, band and chorus performed at the first annual fine arts night at Billy Henderson Stadium.

On Oct. 9, juniors and seniors faced off in the second annual powderpuff football game.

Julie Alpaugh talks about the CCHS Library hosting the Beyond Borders Art Exhibit for one week.

On Saturday Aug. 24, the 9th annual Darius goes West days helped raise awareness and money for duchenne muscular dystrophy research.

Tribute runs to honor the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing are being organized across the country.

The Classic City Championship is arguably the most important game of the season for both Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School.