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The CCHS 2026 graduation ceremony will be held, for the second consecutive year, at the Akins Ford Arena at 4 p.m. on May 23.

CCHS teachers retiring at the end of the 2025-26 school year reflect on their careers and the impact they’ve had on students.

The recipient of the 2025-26 school year’s Dr. Miller Jordan Memorial Scholarship, a scholarship recognizing a student who experienced growth from freshman to senior year, is CCHS varsity football team captain Dream Freeman.

CCHS senior Quinn Pendley was presented with the Eve Carson Humanitarian Spirit Award at Senior Honors Night on May 19.

The CCSD announced CCHS’ Class of 2026 valedictorian and salutatorian on May 19.

Five candidates go head-to-head in preparation for the Athens-Clarke County mayoral election, which will commence on May 19.

Members of CCHS’ National FFA Organization chapter returned to Athens, triumphant after attending the 98th Georgia FFA Convention in Macon, Ga., from April 22 to 25.

The Clarke County School District TEDx Youth: Raise the Bar 2026 event featured 15 CCSD student speakers across grade levels and was held on May 9 at the CCSD office.

ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine staff, family and friends of the program gathered at The Athens Cotton Press to celebrate graduating seniors and staff accomplishments earned during the year on May 3.

CCSD students will take the stage at the district’s first-ever TEDx event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 9, showcasing student-led talks centered around the theme “Raise the Bar.”

Sweet Olive Farm CEO Kat Howkins and co-chair Susan Pritchett discuss the beginning of their nonprofit animal farm and how it has grown over the years.

CCHS’ National FFA Organization is holding its annual Parent-Member Banquet on May 1 at 6 p.m. in the Miller Jordan Memorial Food Court.

CCHS will host its 2026 Decision Day in the E.B. Mell Auditorium from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on May 1, where the Class of 2026 will announce their post-graduate plans.

The 2025-26 CCHS yearbook, themed “Metro Magazine,” is available to CCHS students and faculty due to the Yearbook Club’s year-long journey of design and curation.

For their last year of receiving UGA’s Glickman Challenge Grant, the CCHS Spanish Book Club has worked to compile a magazine as a way to highlight student’s cultures.

Athens Farmers Market Director Esther Kim and Manager Gunnar Tarsa discuss inclusive aspects and accessibility of the AFM.

The Tri-M Music Honor Society’s 16th Annual Glads Got Talent will return to CCHS on April 23 at 6 p.m., with CCSD middle schoolers performing for the first time alongside CCHS students.

Dr. Julie Memler started as the CCHS JROTC and science, physical education and CTAE department instructional coach at the beginning of the 2025-26 school year.

The second Big Event: Block Party of the 2025-26 school year will take place during Advisement on Wednesday, April 22 with various activities for eligible students to engage in.

CCHS’ National FFA Organization chapter will attend the 98th Georgia FFA Convention in Macon, Ga,. from April 22-25.

The National Scholastic Press Association recognized both the ODYSSEY Media Group website and the iliad Literary-Art Magazine with a Pacemaker Award on April 18.

The Latin pathway at CCHS offers students the opportunity to explore and appreciate the language

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and local news stories from April 12 to April 17.

A protest hosted by the University of Georgia Young Democratic Socialists of America chapter was held against the Turning Point U.S.A. campus tour taking place at Aikens Ford Arena at the Classic Center on April 14.

Ninth grade Literature 1 students and CCHS Book Club members will have the opportunity to attend a live theatrical performance of “Sense and Sensibility” at UGA’s Department of Theatre and Fine Arts Studies on April 14.

Community Connector and Sales Associate Bobbi Jo Clarke discusses the impact sustainable clothing store Community has made on Athens through creating sustainable fashion and upcycling clothing in Athens.

The CCSD has four School-based Health Centers that offer a variety of low-cost healthcare services to CCSD students, staff and immediate family members.

CCHS’ National FFA Organization held its Spring Plant Sale from April 1-3 in the CCHS Greenhouse.

From April 4-6, 15 CCHS Wild Women Outdoors club members will attend their spring camping trip, organized by co-sponsor and CCHS English department teacher Meg Vanderbilt.

Starting at 4:30 p.m., Clarke County School District families can collect free groceries at CCHS’s third Mobile Food Market, which will take place in the CCHS Crawford Gym on April 1.

Athens community members held a “No Kings Protest” at the intersection of Alps Road and Baxter Street on March 28.

CCHS’ National FFA Organization will host its Spring Plant Sale from April 1-3 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the CCHS Greenhouse.

The CCHS Community Wellness Club was introduced during the 2025-26 school year and aims to improve the CCHS and Athens-Clarke County communities.

CCHS Family Connection-Communities in Schools Site Coordinators Alicia Harris and Heather Dean began implementing Gladiator Resource Room hall passes on Jan. 9.

Clarke Central High School held its annual Prom at 1055 Barber from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.. The event was themed “A Night in Rio.”

Hendershot’s owner and founder Seth Hendershot discusses his business’s impact on the Athens community and his decision to sell it after 15 years.

Eight 2026 Georgia Governor’s Honors Program finalists and one alternate from CCHS were announced on March 20 in preparation for the 2025 GHP session, which will take place from June 14 to July 11, at Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Ga.

The Georgia Scholastic Press Association presented the 2026 Georgia Champion Journalists on March 13, honoring three ODYSSEY Media Group students.

The CCHS Class of 2026 participated in the Senior Brunch in the Dr. Miller W. Jordan, Jr. Memorial Food Court on March 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m..

On March 20, the ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine each received a Gold Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association in the hybrid publication division.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and local news stories from March 14 to March 21.

The iliad Literary-Art Magazine’s 50th Volume Celebration will be held on March 22 in the CCHS Gladiator Gallery from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Athens Youth Development Initiative Director Chris Hulse discusses the organization’s purpose and its goals moving forward.

CCHS students taking Biology or Biology Honors will attend a science-focused field trip at the University of Georgia’s Tate Center on March 20 from 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m..

The annual CCHS Senior Brunch will be held in the Miller W. Jordan Memorial Food Court from 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. on March 20 as a celebratory activity for the Class of 2026.

The National Scholastic Press Association recognized the ODYSSEY Media Group website as a Pacemaker finalist on March 10.

Classic City High School will host its College and Career Day at CCHS in the H.T. Edwards Boys & Girls Club gym on March 18 at 12:05 p.m..

CCHS senior Calum Cederbaum speaks about her experience sculpting and her fall internship at the University of Georgia.

The mixture of trash and food products dispensed into recycling bins prevents recycling for Ecology Club students and the CCHS student body.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and local news stories from March 7 to March 14.

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group, Journalism I class and iliad Literary-Art Magazine attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Association Convention in Columbia, S.C., from March 5-8.

All Clarke Central High School students and staff were evacuated from the building at approximately 1:30 p.m. today due to a suspected gas leak near the greenhouse on campus.

The CCSD Board of Education is prioritizing community involvement in the search for the next superintendent, facilitated through a negotiation with the Georgia School Boards Association.

CCHS’ JROTC sergeants empower students to take on leadership roles through different facets of the program, with an emphasis on serving the Athens community and demonstrating core values.

CCHS hosted its annual Black History Month Program in the E.B. Mell Auditorium on Feb. 25 from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

The Athens Community Career Academy Pop-up Shop will be held in the ACCA Atrium on March 3 from 8:30 to 9:50 a.m..

East Athens Educational Dance Center held a performance called “Winning: The Champion Within” on Feb. 22 at the Morton Theatre.

Twenty-two sophomores and juniors from CCSD will attend semifinalist on-site interviews for the annual Georgia Governor’s Honors Program on Feb. 28 at Georgia Southern University and March 14 at Kennesaw State University.

News Staffer Sasha Barkan shares notable facts about Athens’ Black history in honor of Black History Month.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and local news stories from Feb. 14 to Feb. 21.

The CCSD announced the CCHS and Cedar Shoals High School 2025-26 Student Teacher Achievement Recognition Students on Feb. 18.

CCSD Sustainability Coordinator Randy Priest presented the CCSD Transportation Bus Replacement Schedule at the Feb. 12 CCSD Board of Education meeting.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international and national news stories from Feb. 7 to Feb. 13.

CCHS freshman Jaden Brooks and sophomore Zoe Bodie created CCHS’ Dungeons and Dragons Club to provide an open space for creative students.

The Aerobic Dance course at CCHS was reintroduced at the beginning of the 2025-26 spring semester after a two-year hiatus by CCHS physical education department teacher Evan Adams.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international and national news stories from Feb. 1 to Feb. 6.

Clarke Central High School students participate in ICE Out of Everywhere, a national movement…

A series of graphic shows a list of major international and national news stories from Jan. 25 to Jan. 31.

Former Alabama State University volleyball player Logan Horne was named the CCHS head varsity volleyball coach for the 2026-27 season on Jan. 29.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Jan. 10 to Jan. 16.

CCSD Board of Education District eight representative and attorney Nicole Hull announced her resignation from the Board, which will be effective on June 30, at the Jan. 15 CCSD BOE meeting.

CCHS Work-Based Learning Coordinator Brook Thompson has implemented several initiatives during the 2025-26 school year to expand the program.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Jan. 10 to Jan. 16.

CCHS Assistant Principal Alexis Scott, joined the Administrative Team, driven by her determination to support educators and students any way she can.

Athens Community Council on Aging Vice President and Director of Operations Erin Beasley discusses the organization and her role within it.

Communities In Schools Site Coordinator Heather Dean started her role at CCHS at the beginning of the 2025-26 school year.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Jan. 3 to Jan. 9.

The Plant and Landscape Systems Pathway was introduced by the CCHS CTAE department at the beginning of the 2025-26 school year.

CCHS Bookkeeper Alejandra Contreras-Gomez started working on Oct. 20 and has since been in charge of all transactions at CCHS.

The CCSD Board of Education recognized five CCSD eighth graders accepted into the REACH Georgia Scholarship Program at its Dec. 11 meeting.

CCHS Athletic Director Dr. Jonathan Ward is looking for a new varsity volleyball head coach for the 2026-27 season.

The ODYSSEY Media Group was announced as a Crown Award finalist by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association on Dec. 10.

With the 2025-26 school year’s fall semester coming to an end on Dec. 19, CCHS freshmen prepare for their first high school finals and End-of-Course exams.

Contemporary Literature and Composition and Writers’ Workshop students performed in the CCHS Poetry Showcase in the Media Center on Dec. 3.

CCHS varsity football defensive lineman Anthony “AJ” Lonon Jr. officially signed to continue his academic and athletic career by committing to play football at the University of Georgia on Dec. 3.

CCHS’s National FFA Organization will host over 100 attendees at its second annual Wreath Workshop in the Miller W. Jordan Memorial Food Court on Dec. 4. at 6 p.m.

CCHS Contemporary Literature and Composition student Andres Nava discusses the upcoming Poetry Showcase on Dec. 3 and how he is preparing for his piece.

To incentivize good attendance for students, CCHS will hold the Big Event: Block Party on Dec. 10 in the CCHS Competition Gym.

CCHS’s Contemporary Literature and Composition and Writer’s Workshop students will perform their work at their class’s poetry showcase, which will be held on Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. in the CCHS Media Center.

CCHS registrar Armendy Reid supports students and families by ensuring that every student’s credits are accurate and transferable.

Street Treats co-owners and founders Feneshea and Bryan Browner discuss the start of their family business and how it has grown over time.

In response to state-level English standard changes for the 2025-26 school year, CCHS Literature II classes will have an EOC.

Seventeen ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine Editorial Board members attended the National High School Journalism Convention in Nashville, Tenn.

The ODYSSEY Newsmagazine was named a Pacemaker winner on Nov. 15 at the National High School Journalism Convention, its second time in 14 years.

CCHS English department teacher Cat Mills argued against the use of CommonLit 360, an English curriculum, at the Nov. 13 CCSD BOE meeting.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Nov. 9 to Nov. 15.

Classic City High School will hold its annual Classic City Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., intending to improve community engagement.

CCHS fine arts department teacher Heather Garland shares the rationale behind hands-on learning within her classroom.

The CCSD had three middle schools and three elementary schools recognized by the Georgia Department of Education for their students’ growth in mathematics and reading scores.

Artist Theresa Tha SONGBIRD will perform a spoken word poem to CCHS students in the E.B. Mell Auditorium before conducting a workshop for poetry students in Room 219 on Nov. 11.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Nov. 1 to Nov. 8.

The CCSD was announced the winner of the Georgia Charter System Foundation’s Leadership Development Award on Nov. 5 at the GCS Fall Conference and Awards Breakfast.

Amy Flurry, a local entrepreneur and fashion designer, will visit the CCHS Media Center on Nov. 6 for an artist visit with students.

The CCHS math and special education departments collaborate in order to ensure all students’ needs are met in order to ensure success.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Oct. 25 to Oct. 31.

The Athens Community Career Academy hosted the 2025 Clarke County School District Teen Mental Health Summit on Oct. 25.

ODYSSEY Media Group, Journalism I and Iliad Literary-Art Magazine students attended the annual Georgia Scholastic Press Association’s Fall Conference on Oct. 28.

CCHS’ annual AP/Dual Enrollment Night will take place at 6 p.m. on Oct. 28 in the E.B. Mell Auditorium and Lobby.

The Get Comfortable literacy program shows gains in Clarke County School District, with expansion plans set for the future.

The CCHS Math Club will compete in the UGA High School Math Tournament on Oct. 25 at the Zell B. Miller Learning Center.

It was announced on Oct. 23 that the CCHS tennis courts are being resurfaced for safety.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Oct. 18 to Oct. 24.

CCHS varsity cross country and track and field runner James “JD” Daniel announced plans to continue his academic and athletic journey on Oct. 22 by committing to run track and cross country at UGA.

The CCHS concert band, wind ensemble, percussion quartet and percussion ensemble performed in the 2025 Band Fall Concert from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 21 in the E.B. Mell Auditorium.

CCHS seniors Noah Kilpatrick and Olivia Bergman earned perfect scores on the PSAT, making them both National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists.

CCHS students and faculty attended the iliad Literary-Art Magazine author visit and moderated Q&A with author Dr. Harrison Scott Key.

The Athens Community Career Academy will be hosting several guest speakers from Athens volunteer organizations at its Service Academy Day on Oct. 22.

CCHS’ National FFA Organization will host a pumpkin carving in Room 107 on Oct. 21, which will be open to all CCHS students.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Oct. 11 to Oct. 17.

Clarke Central High School junior Sterling Williams holds the poster for the Clarke County…

CCHS Student Government Association Senior Class President Laila Bolton discusses the events and goals of the program.

The CCSD Teacher and Support Professional of the Year annual awards banquet will be held on Oct. 23, where the district-wide TOTY and SPOTY will be named.

During the District Recognitions held at the Board of Education meeting on Oct. 9, the CCSD BOE commended two individuals from CCSD schools for noteworthy actions.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Oct. 4 to Oct. 10.

Introduction to Women’s Literature reclaims its place at CCHS under the direction of English department teacher Molly Dorkey with an emphasis on multimedia storytelling and class discussion.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Sept. 27 to Oct. 3.

After being instated as the Algebra 1 Multi-Classroom Leader for the 2025-26 school year, Nicole George works with both students and teachers inside the classroom.

K.A. Artist Shop owner Kristen McCarthy shares her experience founding and owning a creative business in Downtown Athens for over 10 years.

CCHS held its annual Hispanic Heritage Festival on Sept. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m., which included numerous displays of Hispanic culture through performances and interactive booths.

CCHS’ National FFA Organization will host its Fall Floral Workshop at 6 p.m. on Oct. 1 as a way to connect with the CCHS and Athens communities.

The CCHS Spanish Book Club and Tri-M Music Honor Society are coming together for the first time to host the annual Hispanic Heritage Festival on Sept. 30.

On Sept. 24, CCHS community members were invited to attend the CCHS Fall Guitar Concert in the E.B. Mell Auditorium from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Athens Community Career Academy Director Reginald Thomas discusses the ACCA’s mission and what it offers to students.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Sept. 20 to Sept. 26. Graphics by Lydia Rowell

Clarke County School District students visit the Entertainment, Sports and Event Management Pathway table…

Fit Body Boot Camp is hosting a charity 5K for BHL English department teacher Dr. Chandra Power on Sept. 20.

The CCHS Homecoming dance will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 in the James M. Crawford Memorial Arena from 6:30-9:30 p.m. with the theme of “Harlem Nights”.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Sept. 13 to Sept. 19. Graphics by Lydia Rowell

The ODYSSEY Media Group has been recognized by multiple scholastic journalism organizations in the past month for their achievements during the 2024-25 school year.

The CCSD Board of Education members discussed district recognitions, school district updates and new policies at the Sept. 11 monthly meeting.

The Georgia Probe College Fair took place on Sept. 10 at CCHS, hosting 55 postsecondary institutions for juniors and seniors preparing for college applications.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and local news stories from Sept. 7 to Sept. 12.

Special education department teacher Juanita Nash and Multi-Classroom Leader Lawanna Knight were recognized by the CCSD on Sept. 9.

CCHS’s annual Title I meeting and Parent University will take place in a combined session at 6 and 6:15 p.m., respectively, on Sept. 4.

The Athens Community Career Academy Student Ambassador Program gives students opportunities to build leadership skills by being a student representative and determining how the program functions.

A series of graphic shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Aug. 25 to Aug. 29.

Clarke Central High School Multi-Classroom Leader and 2023-24 Teacher of the Year, Brad Williford,…

The annual CCHS Open House will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. on Aug. 19.

The Foundation for Excellence in Public Education recognized Enya Granados and Maurice Williams for their contributions to CCHS on July 31.

The CCSD Board of Education approved the decision to negotiate with the Georgia School Boards Association to look for a new superintendent at their Aug. 14 meeting.

The 2025 Athens Film Festival began with a red carpet event outside of Ciné in Downtown Athens on Aug. 14 at 5 p.m.

The CCSD announced a partnership with nonprofit organizations TED-Ed and Gifted Savings in which every graduating senior across the district will receive a $1,000 investment portfolio on Aug. 7.

The 2024-25 ODYSSEY Newsmagazine received a rating of All-American from the National Scholastic Press Association.

CCHS alumni reflect on how their experiences in the ODYSSEY Media Group have translated into their current studies and careers.

Two pathways at the Athens Community Career Academy are beginning their second year of instruction as the 2025-26 school year starts up.

Clarke Central High School students returned for the start of the 2025-26 Fall Semester on Aug. 6.

After receiving 28 offers, rising CCHS senior Anthony Lonon Jr. committed to playing football at the University of Georgia on Aug. 2.

New standards and community-building activities are being brought to Clarke Central High School for the 2025-26 school year.

PrideFest 2025: From Athens, with Pride, took place in Downtown Athens on June 7 from 3 to 10 p.m., featuring both a parade and a festival.

Several speeches were delivered at the Class of 2025 Graduation on May 22, including CCHS Principal Dr. Swade Huff, valedictorian Wyatt Meyer and salutatorian Kai Menke.

CCHS senior Daniel Castro’s affinity for stories has connected him to his community.

Clarke Central High School senior Wyatt Meyer sits in the Eve Carson Memorial Garden…

The CCSD named the Class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian on May 19.

The Clarke Central High School Class of 2024 throw their caps in the air…

Athens Area Homeless Shelter Executive Director Olivia Amato discusses her involvement with AAHS and how the organization aids in sheltering the Athens community.

The CCHS Ecology Club will hold the Eco-Fair in the CCHS Bus Loop from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on May 14 to spread awareness about the club and its values.

The CCSD announced that Dr. Jennifer Scott will assume the superintendent position on an interim basis for the 2025-26 school year.

The Multi-Classroom Leader position is expanding across the CCSD for the 2025-26 school year.

ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine staff, friends and family gathered at 1055 Barber to celebrate accomplishments earned over the 2024-25 school on May 4.

Khary Payton, actor and Clarke Central High School Class of 1990 alumnus, stands in…

Across the country, school principals are recognized for their service on National Principals’ Day. At CCHS, the community recognizes the contributions of its principal, Dr. Swade Huff

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from April 26 to May 2.

CCHS’s Class of 2025 will celebrate their after-high school decisions at the 2025 Decision Day on May 2 at 10:30 a.m. in the E.B. Mell Auditorium.

The CCSD held a Mental Health Town Hall at Clarke Middle School on April 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the CMS cafeteria as a way to highlight community access to resources.

The ODYSSEY Media Group Editorial Board celebrates its National Scholastic Press Association Best of…

The Clarke County School District is holding a Mental Health Town Hall at Clarke Middle School on April 28 at 5:30 p.m. in an effort to bring awareness to mental health resources across the district.

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from April 19 to April 25.

CCHS’s Gifted Minorities Achieving club held “A Night of Color” on April 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Media Center.

Clarke Central High School will be hosting Prom on April 25 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m at 1055 Barber St.

The Clarke County School District named Sabrina Lumpkin and Bylan Swift as the new principals of Barnett Shoals and Whitehead Road Elementary Schools on April 17.

CCHS hosted its Senior Brunch in the Miller Jordan Memorial Food Court on April 18 in the first of several end-of-year activities for the Class of 2025.

The ODYSSEY Media Group is currently ranked first in the National Scholastic Press Association’s annual Clicks and Clips Sweepstakes after winning several awards in the fall contest.

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from April 5 to April 18.

The CCHS and Cedar Shoals High School drama programs are joining for the third time
to bring their production of “Mamma Mia!” to the CCHS E.B. Mell Auditorium in April.

On April 15, a group of CCHS students will take a field trip to UGA’s Fine Arts Theatre to see an adaptation of Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express.”

The ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine Editorial Boards pose for a photo…

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from March 29 to April 4.

CCHS senior Grayson Krause and CCHS junior Isaac Bergman advanced to the SkillsUSA National Leadership Skills Conference in Atlanta this summer.

CCHS’ Gifted Minorities Achieving will host its “A Night of Color 2” celebration in the Media Center on April 17.

From April 2-5, CCHS’s National FFA Organization chapter will host its Spring Plant Sale in the CCHS Greenhouse.

CCSD Superintendent Dr. Robbie P. Hooker will depart from the district after almost three years in the role.

Patricia Richards, the Director of the Institute for Women’s and Gender Studies at UGA, discusses her career as well as the importance of Women’s History Month.

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from March 22 to March 28.

The CCHS Chess Club offers students the opportunity to learn how to play the game and improve their critical thinking abilities.

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group, iliad Literary-Art Magazine and Journalism I class attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association Spring Workshop and Awards on March 24.

Five CCHS students were selected to attend the 2025 Georgia Governors Honors Program from June 15 to July 13.

On March 21, the ODYSSEY Media Group received a Gold Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association.

Sheila Neely-Norman, a retired educator, shares her experience being active in Athens from teaching to being involved with the University of Georgia.

Dawg Fest: Draba’s vintage market was held on March 23 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 440 Foundry St., providing a unique, exciting shopping experience.

CCSD High School students’ artwork was displayed in the Athica Athens Institute on March. 20 which allowed friends and family to attend and see the artwork.

After a year-long absence, the Introduction to Women’s Literature class is returning to CCHS under English department teacher Molly Dorkey.

Alumni Cookie Dough owner Jennifer Dollander discusses her experience of going from a teacher to business owner.

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from March 15 to March 21.

The CCHS Robotics Club was awarded the Bullard Community Champions Grant from the University of Georgia Youth LEAD Georgia program.

Indie South founder, organizer and tarot reader Serra Jaggar discusses her experiences and perspective on the art of tarot.

CCHS Mythology students will take a unique field trip to Expedition Bigfoot! The Sasquatch Museum on March 19.

On March 17, the CCSD announced that two interim middle school principals will become full-time, effective immediately.

From March 17 to April 4, CCHS will pass on the history of Anne Frank and the Holocaust through the exhibit “Anne Frank: a history for today.”

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from March 1 to March 14.

The CCHS Academic Team will compete in a state-wide competition at Northgate High School on March 15.

The ODYSSEY Media Group was recognized as a Pacemaker finalist by the National Scholastic Press Association on March 12.

Joy Village School founder Lora Smothers discusses her experiences throughout her journey to create a school that focuses on the joy and thriving of Black youth.

Students from the ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary Magazine attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Association convention in Columbia, South Carolina, from March 6-9.

On Feb. 28, CCHS and Cedar Shoals High School were named Advanced Placement Honor Schools by the Georgia Department of Education.

Thirty-two Clarke County School District middle schoolers received medals at the Northeast Georgia Regional Science and Engineering Fair on Feb. 8.

CCSD and Athens Community Career Academy ninth and 10th grade students are invited to attend the ACCA Pathway Showcase night on March 6.

Clarke Central High School students Wyatt Meyer, Jane Ripps and Peter Atchley were named top of their classes among Georgia scholastic journalists.

The CCSD hosted its third annual Educator Career Fair on Feb. 22, kickstarting the hiring for vacant teacher positions from schools around the district.

A slideshow shows a list of major international, national and Athens news stories from Feb. 22 to Feb. 28.

A team of CCHS students will compete in the Innovation Challenge at the University of Georgia on Feb. 27, an event in which students will work together to answer a prompt related to science, technology, engineering or math.

On Feb. 27, CCHS students taking environmental science classes will have the opportunity to go on a field trip to the University of Georgia State Botanical Garden of Georgia.