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Upward Bound, a federally funded program that serves low-income and first-generation high school students, provides Clarke Central High School students with opportunities and resources.
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Clarke Central High School students have been invited to attend the University of Georgia’s APP Day on Feb. 10.
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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.
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Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from executive orders to cultural buzz.
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Broadcast staffers Lorena Limongi and Lily Bruce-Ritchie explore the community service scene at Clarke Central High School.
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University of Georgia professor Dr. Peggy Brickman visited both Advanced Placement Environmental Science classes at Clarke Central High School to discuss an upcoming collaborative project on Jan. 17 and 18.
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Mock Trial prepares for first competition of the year
by Mackenzie Caudill January 27, 2017The Clarke Central High School Mock Trial team will present their first cases of the competition season on Jan. 28
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Clarke Central High School Middle Years Program students have received mixed messages about what the true requirement is for the International Baccalaureate personal project.
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The Clarke Central High School orchestra will be performing in the Georgia Music Educators Association’s Large Performance Evaluation on Feb. 28 at Cedar Shoals High School.
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The Women’s March on Washington took place on Jan. 21, the day after the presidential inauguration and drew people from all across the country to rally and march in Washington D.C.
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Fifteen Clarke Central High School band students will attend the annual University of Georgia January High School Band Festival Jan. 19 through 22.
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What you need to know about the flu season
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano January 18, 2017On Jan. 17, the Clarke Central High School faculty, parents and students were forwarded a letter from Clarke Country School District Director of Nursing Amy Roark about influenza season. Here is the breakdown.
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A “Project Runway” inspired event was held in the media center on Jan. 11 to allow students to get creative with t-shirts.
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Athens women “March on Washington”
by Katie Grace Upchurch January 12, 2017Across the country, activists have made plans to gather near the U.S. capitol in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 21, the day after the presidential inauguration. Members of the Athens and Clarke Central High School communities are joining the act of solidarity in support of women everywhere.
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Protests against the North Dakota Access Pipeline which crosses over the Standing Rock reservation have erupted on social media and gained a tremendous amount of support.
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Clarke Central High School students had the option to participate in this year’s science fair, which was scheduled to take place no later than Dec. 9, however, there were no participants this year.
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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.
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Clarke Central High School upperclassmen apply for scholarships as the first semester of the 2016-17 school year comes to an end.
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As the first semester of the 2016-17 school year ends, teachers and students reflect on the relocation of the Freshman Academy.
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Clarke Central High School “goes green” with new, ecologically-friendly features incorporated in the building’s renovation.
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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.
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Enrollment at Clarke Central High School increases by more than 100 students.
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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.
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The Clarke County School District’s Board of Education has approved the appointment of Dr. Jack Parish as interim superintendent.
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Presidential pairs who lost: where are they now?
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano November 20, 2016Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano breaks down where pairs who lost the presidential election are now.
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Editors for the ODYSSEY Media Group attended the National Scholastic Press Association Fall Conference in Indianapolis, IN on Nov. 10-13.
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Admin view: rising graduation rates
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano November 15, 2016Clarke Central High School Principal Marie Yuran discusses the rising graduation rate at CCHS, which has reached over 84 percent.
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The counseling department helps the senior class make post-graduation plans.
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Package: Who will win the 2016 Presidential Election?
by Sunčana Pavlić November 3, 2016Managing Editor Suncana Pavlic complies need-to-know information on the 2016 Presidential Election including Hillary Clinton’s and Donald Trump’s stances on controversial issues and a map of polling locations within Clarke County School District.
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Managing Editor Suncana Pavlic complies the polling locations in Clarke County for the Elections taking place on Nov. 8.
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On the issues: Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton
by Katy Mayfield November 3, 2016Print Viewpoints Editor compiles Democratic Presidential Nominee Hillary Clinton’s stances on Immigration, the environment, gun control and other controversial topics.
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Broadcast Executive Producer compiles Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump’s stances on Immigration, the environment, gun control and other controversial topics.
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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.
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The Clarke Central Players are preparing for their performance of “Epic Proportions” that will take place in early November.
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The Wild Rumpus is a Halloween event held in Downtown Athens. Several Clarke Central High School students take part in the event.
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The 2016-17 Clarke Central High School year has called for many changes, one being the addition of the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports Committee.
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Q&A: UGA Professor Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor brings Poe-try to CCHS
by Sunčana Pavlić October 21, 2016Professor 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.
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The Clarke Central High School Band will be performing its first fall concert under Director of Bands Robert Lawrence on Oct. 20 in Mell Auditorium. This will also be band’s first concert after moving into their new facilities.
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Admin view: Keeping the school secure
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano October 16, 2016As Clarke Central High School’s renovations come to a close after two years, CCHS Principal Marie Yuran discusses the measures the administration team is taking to keep the school secure.
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The Clarke Central High School Raiders team practice and train for their meet at Jackson High School this Oct. 15.
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The Clarke Central High School Student Government Association is orchestrating its first pep rally for the 2016-17 school year.
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On Nov. 17-20 the National Council of Teachers of English convention will be hosted in Atlanta. Clarke Central High School’s English department teachers plan on attending.
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Fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled to take place on Oct. 12-14. For freshmen, these are the first conferences of their high school careers.
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Clarke Central High School “goes green” with new, ecologically-friendly features incorporated in the building’s renovation.
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Student Support Technician Cierra Jackson was hired the first week of the 2016-17 school year and is a former gladiator.
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Curriculum Assistance Program for Students (CAPS) department teacher Lee Ann Robins was hired for the 2016-17 school year and is a new teacher at Clarke Central High School.
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The Clarke County School District Code of Student Conduct was recently updated and distributed at the start of the 2016-17 school year.
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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.
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As of fall 2016, Clarke Central High School has been almost completely renovated. However, vandalism has already begun to take its toll on the building.
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Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić complies a college agenda: a guide to important information and tips on financial aid, student loans, test dates and more.
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College Night will be held on Sept. 8 to keep parents and students updated on the college application process and financial aid.
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Clarke County School District Superintendent of Schools Dr. Philip Lanoue announces resignation, which will go into effect March 1.
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Yuran named Clarke Central High School principal
by Katy Mayfield September 2, 2016Interim Principal Marie Yuran was chosen as Clarke Central High School’s principal by school and district level selection committees.
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Clarke County School District was approved as a charter school district on March 31, which will go into effect on July 1.
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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.
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BREAKING NEWS: Hooker leaving Clarke Central High School for Henry County
by Hannah Gale May 19, 2016Dr. Robbie P Hooker announced he will be leaving Clarke Central High School and taking a position in Henry County this July.
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Clarke Central High School teachers and administrators are seeking to counteract current illiteracy and poverty trends with extensive reading initiatives. Will they work?
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Clarke Central High School’s band has moved multiple times, but will be moving one final time into their new building during the summer of 2016.
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The ODYSSEY Media Group, Clarke Central High School’s news source, will be moving into their new space next year.
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Construction is renovating Clarke Central High School to be more sustainable and to last for years to come.
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Clarke Central English department teacher, Christian Barner was nominated for the Frusanna S. Booth Chair for Teachers of English and Language Arts last fall because of his strong efforts within the Student Engagement Committee.
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Governor’s Honors Program is a four-week summer enrichment program located in Valdosta, Ga for the state’s top gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors. Six finalists were chosen from the Clarke County School District to attend GHP this summer.
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Governor’s Honors Program is a four-week summer enrichment program located in Valdosta, Ga for the state’s top gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors. Six finalists were chosen from the Clarke County School District to attend GHP this summer.
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NAACP award nominee poet Camille Dungy visited Clarke Central High School to discuss her several of her published books such as What to Eat, What to Drink, What to Leave for Poison.
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On April 6, the Clarke County School District held the annual CCSD Special Olympics at Clarke Central High School.
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The Clarke Central High School Players are putting on the 1975 Broadway classic Chicago from April 7-9 at The Morton Theater at 195 W. Washington St.
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On April 7, the Clarke County School District Board of Education will conduct a public forum for community members to express concerns about the district discipline policy.
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Quick guide to the current presidential candidates
by Coles Ehlers March 31, 2016Staff Writer Coles Ehlers breaks down the remaining presidential candidates in an infographic collaboration with Copy Editor Violet Merritt.
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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.
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Freshman Stacee Dillard talks with senior Lexi DiMaina about Teen Tech Team and how it has impacted students.
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Web Master Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from Presidential Primaries to Cultural Buzz.
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Web Master Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from Presidential Primaries to Cultural Buzz.
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Members of Clarke Central High School’s iliad, ODYSSEY Newsmagazine, and ODYSSEY Online attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Association convention for the tenth year.
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A job can be one of those things people look forward to doing when they need get things that they want. Before deciding consider the ways to maintain a job.
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Every year, the National Honor Society introduces new members during an induction ceremony. On Feb. 28 incoming members will attend the ceremony.
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Web Master Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from Presidential Primaries to Cultural Buzz.
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Clarke County School District Superintendent withdraws candidacy for Fulton Country School District Superintendent.
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On Feb. 17, Athens residents gathered in the Cedar Shoals High School auditorium to discuss the recent alleged sexual assault case.
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Web Master Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from Presidential Primaries to Cultural Buzz.
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Clarke Central High School sophomore received a visit from Judge Benjamin Makin on Feb. 12, and got his take on the criminal justice themed content they’ve been learning this year.
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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.
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Cynthia Johnston Turner, Director of Bands and Professor of Music at the Hodgson School of Music at the University of Georgia, visited CCHS’s wind ensemble on Feb. 4.
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Gallery: Guest author Gavriel Savit visits CCHS
by Julie Alpaugh February 5, 2016On 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.
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Superintendent Lanoue to leave Clarke County
by Kevin Mobley February 5, 2016After seven years as Clarke County School District superintendent, Dr. Philip Lanoue announced on Friday, Feb. 5 that he would be moving to the Fulton County School District as the sole finalist for FCSD’s vacant superintendent position.
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Web Master Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from Presidential Primaries to Cultural Buzz.
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“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.
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Members of National Honor Society will pursue community service and elect new leaders during the second semester of the school year.
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After breaking the career interception record and leaving a lasting legacy in his four years at Clarke Central High School, senior cornerback Rayshawn McCall is ready to take the next step.
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The Clarke County School District Green Cleaning program was recently awarded for its successful green cleaning efforts.
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Cedar Shoals High School’s Tech Team taught Clarke Central High School students about virtual reality software and Google Cardboard.
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The orchestra room has moved again now from the trailer into a newly renovated room where “Small Mell” was previously located.
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Since the start of the spring term, fine arts department teacher Harriet Anderson has been changing classrooms every class period.
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On Jan. 13 sophomores prepared for dual enrollment by taking a tour through the Career Academy and examining the many classes offered.
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A scholarship, no essay, no GPA and no application needed
by Christina Kurian January 20, 2016Clarke Central High School provides students with various options for scholarships, and one of the many is The Sussie Scholarship, a scholarship that renews each month.
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Clarke Central High School’s English teachers from all grades will be participating in a training seminar on Jan. 11 and 12 to learn how to plan lessons more efficiently. English department co-chair, Ian Altman speaks to the goals for the training.
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Former counseling department secretary Jenny Vargas replaced former attendance secretary Anna Lumpkin, who retired after 28 years at Clarke Central High School.
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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.
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With the Media Center still recovering from its move out of the school building at the beginning of the school year, it now has to pack back up and get ready to move back into its permanent location set for Jan. 7.
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In School Suspension paraprofessional Walter Jones discusses his youth, college years and the future.
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Clarke Central High School’s after school program has been remodeled this year and has seen a pick up in participation.
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ODYSSEY Media Group explores the magic of media
by Tierra Hayes November 17, 2015Members of the ODYSSEY staff attended the National Scholastic Press Association Fall Conference in Orlando, Florida on Nov. 12-15.
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Tipping off the new season: Q&A with Coach Andre McIntyre
by Fear Churchwell November 17, 2015Head boys varsity basketball coach Andre McIntyre speaks on his expectations for the 2015-16 basketball season.
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Varsity baseball pitcher Noah Fairbairn, after playing on over 15 different teams, has finally found his home in Augusta, Ga. playing for Augusta University’s baseball team.
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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.
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The Clarke Central High School football program will be led by a new head coach next season following the resignation of head coach Ahren Self.
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Sparking the concussion discussion
by Zoe Peterson November 8, 2015As concussions amongst high school athletes have become a serious issue in the sports world, the Clarke Central High School athletic association has taken an approach to prevent them.
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Varsity Academic Team coach and social studies department teacher Drew Wheeler, talks about the team’s winning streak and his expectations for regionals.
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In light of new informational posters regarding alcohol usage among teens displayed around Clarke Central High School, CCHS Assistant Principal Reginald Thomas discusses the dangers of underage drinking.
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Every year, Wild Rumpus, a Halloween parade, hits the streets of downtown Athens.
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Q&A: Social studies department teacher Michael Ackerman
by Valeria Garcia-Pozo October 27, 2015Social studies department teacher Michael Ackerman shares the impact his addition to the Student Government Association (SGA) has made, as well as SGA members’ plans after the Homecoming festivities.
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This year, teachers will be graded with a new evaluation system created with TrueNorthLogic.
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Science department teacher Thomasina Miranda is offering a Glad Time Pinterest Hack Club where students will explore their artistic and creative abilities.
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On Oct. 20, the finalized list of Governor’s Honor Program school finalists was named. As these students prepare for the state application round, graphics and design teacher Dea Pool reflects on her experience attending Georgia’s Governor’s Honors Program and how it impacted her life forever.
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The drama department concluded some major events on their agenda for the school year and are reflecting on their experience and looking ahead to the second semester.
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Clarke Central math department coach Summer Smith, talks about the difficulty of 10th grade accelerated math and with this being the last week to drop out/drop down classes, many students are faced with the decision: should I level down?
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Clarke Central math department coach Summer Smith, talks about the difficulty of 10th grade accelerated math and with this being the last week to drop out/drop down classes, many students are faced with the decision: should I level down?
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Opinions Editor Violet Merritt breaks down the 2016 presidential primaries.
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Clarke Central administration believes parent-teacher conferences are an effective way to get and keep students on track.
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On Oct. 14 Clarke Central High School will administer the PSAT to sophomores and juniors.
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Governor’s Honors Program is a summer enrichment program located in Valdosta, Ga. for rising juniors and seniors nominated in a variety subjects ranging from fine arts to core classes.
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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.
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Seniors are encouraged to make an appointment to have a senior meeting, in which students sit down and talk to their counselors concerning their future regarding graduation-readiness, college application preparation, college entrance exams and more.
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New English teacher Ame McNair offers a globally-minded Glad Time offering for students.
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Clarke Central High School graduate Cherish Gresham will become a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars next month.
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According to Clarke Central High School administration, the Freshman Academy, though isolated from most students, has many benefits.
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This year, the Clarke Central High School Robotics Club has received a grant from the American Society of Civil Engineers, in order to promote engineering.
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For the 2015-2016 school year, Clarke County School District students in seventh through tenth grade were given new Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e Chromebooks.
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The Student Government Association begins a new year working hard to continue their traditions from the past and planning new events.
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When student returned to school on Aug. 11, the Clarke Central High School administration held class meetings to discuss expectations for the upcoming school year, including dress code. Assistant Principal Sheila Dunham discusses the dress code, its effect on students and how teachers and administration are going to enforce it.
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Starting this school year, Clarke Central High School added a Robotics class to its course catalogue.
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Newly-hired social studies department co-chair Ammon Hammett-Bregger returns to his former ranks within the Clarke County School District.
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After 15 years, Clarke Central High School refinished and repainted the New Gym’s floor.
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7 things to know about poverty in Athens
by Sunčana Pavlić August 21, 2015Clarke County School District recently released various statistics about the poverty in Athens Clarke County.
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The Interact Club has partnered with U-Lead Athens in the pursuit of reforming education and immigration policy in both Athens and the state of Georgia.
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Freshman Kaya Pollack sat down with Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School Principal Melanie Sigler to talk about her recent win as the Georgia National Distinguished Middle Level Principal of the Year.
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The Clarke Central High School senior class will be honored with a night of reflection this year organized by the PTSO.
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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.
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As the school year comes to an end, Clarke Central High School principal Dr. Robbie P. Hooker reflects on the year.
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Decision Day was held May 1 in Mell Auditorium.
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The March of Dimes’ March for Babies will we held on May 1.
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Clarke Central High School’s Decision Day for class of 2015 will include a reception and announcements from many students on their designated college or military option in which they will enroll in after high school.
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Varsity golf coach and physical education department chair Dinah Posey will be retiring from Clarke Central High School in May. She will be taking a part time job at Foothills Education Charter High School beginning in the 2015-16 school year.
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As construction workers plans are pushed back due to rain, students at Clarke Central High School are appreciating a quieter school environment.
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Due to construction, students will now be picked up and dropped off in a different fashion.
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The term ‘IB’, standing for International Baccalaureate, is a commonly used phrase throughout Clarke Central High School however many students believe that it isn’t a term many people understand the meaning of.
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The tenth annual Si, Se Puede leadership conference will be held at UGA on Sat. April 18th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The conference aims to educate Latinos and Latinas about their potential to succeed.
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Due to the ongoing construction at Clarke Central High School this year, the Advanced Placement exams will be given at an alternative site.
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On April 16, Clarke Central High School students will come together to celebrate various cultures for International Day.
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The weather yet again takes a toll on Clarke Central’s tennis team; if the regional tournament can not happen this week than the team will not qualify for state.
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GoFundMe.com, an online fundraising source, has recently become very popular with various clubs throughout Clarke Central High School.
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ODYSSEY and iliad staffs receive state recognition
by Jurnee Louder April 5, 2015The 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.
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The wild side of storytelling
by Grace Allen-Polaneczky March 28, 2015Southerners enjoy the power of the oral tradition and the magic of nature in “Tales from the Wild,” a storytelling event hosted by the Institute of Wild Intelligence in Athens.
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Clarke Central High School’s chess club will competed in the Georgia High School Chess Championship at Emory University in Atlanta, an all day event this Saturday, March 28.
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Clarke Central High School’s tennis teams will play four matches over the coming week due to matches that have been cancelled because of inclement weather.
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Clarke Central High School’s National Honor Society hosted the second blood drive of the 2014-15 school year in cooperation with the Red Cross.
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Georgia’s First Lady Sandra Deal visits schools across Georgia reading to Pre-K students as a part of Governor Nathan Deal’s reading initiative.
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Author Andrew Smith attended a meet and greet with Clarke Central High School students…
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The completion date for 2014-15 International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Personal Projects is near.
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The CCHS robotics team intends to compete at the F.T.C. South Super-Regional Championship. This…
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After placing 2nd place in the state meet, Clarke Central High School’s Robotics Club…
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The sections of the new JROTC building features different classrooms, storages and displays. “I…
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Students learn about technology from the past on Retro Tech Day, Mon. March 2.…
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COLUMBIA, S.C. – 41 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 convention in Columbia, S.C.
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During Teen Tech Week 2015, Clarke Central High School Students will be able to discover new kinds of technology through the work of their peers.
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CCSD implements survey to assess teachers
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano February 20, 2015Recently implemented teacher evaluations have created a way for students to anonymously assess their teachers.
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AP Environmental Science added to courses available
by Christina Kurian February 18, 2015Clarke Central High School offers 20 different Advanced Placement courses and each year, more AP classes continue to be added. One new AP class will be offered next year.
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The CCHS Black History Month Assembly took place on February 12, 2015.
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On Feb. 7, the top four Academic Bowl teams from each region of the state will compete in a statewide competition at Flowery Branch High School. Clarke Central High School’s varsity Academic Bowl team will take part in this competition.
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Freshman Academy staff has toughened the cell phone policy in attempt to remove all loopholes.
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On Jan. 6, Clarke Central High School received student teachers from the University of Georgia, who will remain at CCHS for 14 weeks. The math department classrooms were given the most teachers out of all the other classrooms.
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Martin Luther King Day of Service is a national holiday that challenges citizens nationwide to make a difference in their community.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder, typically diagnosed in children by age three, varies in severity and therefore influences treatment and class placement for Clarke County School District students.
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On Wed. Jan. 14 at 10 am. the Clarke Central High School media center hosted a meet and greet with Jennifer Niven, author of All The Bright Places
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Due to under-use and renovations, Clarke Central High School students face the advantages and disadvantages of not having lockers this year.
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Clarke County School District CCRPI numbers released
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano December 16, 2014State School Superintendent Dr. John Barge released the 2014 Georgia College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) that measures schools and school districts on a 100 point scale today.
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Clarke Central High School orchestra students perform holiday music for their performances at Athens Regional Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital.
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Future Business Leaders of America will be taking part in March of Dimes, an organization that helps moms and their babies. They provide necessary resources for the babies in intensive care.
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Although there is currently not a physical education uniform, teachers believe if it was enforced in the future, it would be beneficial.
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The new Clarke Central High School media center will begin its reconstruction on Dec. 11. The new library will accommodate many beneficial resources and characteristics.
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Clarke Central High School’s Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl team prepares for the upcoming competition, where it will once again face last season’s rivals: Cedar Shoals High School
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Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Philip Lanoue named Georgia superintendent of the year
by Susanna Conine-Nakano December 5, 2014“He looked at me and said, ‘You give us an opportunity to teach kids…
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Clarke Central High School foreign language department teacher William Hunter is the newest Latin teacher.
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Members of the Clarke Central High School PTSO seek to increase student turnout at meetings.
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For the 2014-15 school year, the school science fair is no longer being required for all advanced science students.
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Percentages of cigarette smokers | Create Infographics By ETHAN CRANE – Senior Copy Editor…
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Students in the Make a Difference GLAD Time made a poster to inform people…
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Annual Fall festival cancelled, recital remains
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano November 11, 2014Clarke Central High School orchestra students will perform at a recital on Nov. 11 which will be held without the usual solo and ensemble festival following.
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13 members of Clarke Central High School’s ODYSSEY Newsmagazine staff attended the “We the Media” National High School Journalism Convention in Washington, D.C. from Nov. 6 – 9. The convention, organized by the Journalism Education Association-National Scholastic Press Association, hosted over 6200 attendants from across the globe.
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In light of campus-wide changes due to renovation, administrators have increased their focus on campus safety.
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The Future Business Leaders of America compete in Athens
by Christina Kurian November 4, 2014Activities like the Fall Leadership Conference on Nov. 13-14 at the Classic Center, under Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education help students pursue their future careers.
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The construction of the new science wing is projected to be completed by Jan. of the 2014-2015 school year. These renovations will move the science wing, which is currently on the third floor of the main building to the first floor of the West Wing.
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ASVAB provides students with alternative testing opportunity
by Jurnee Louder October 30, 2014By JURNEE LOUDER – Staff Writer Clarke Central High School students searching for career…
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The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School English departments will meet at W.R. Coile Middle School on Nov. 3 for their first district professional learning day.
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As the robotics season approaches, the robotics team not only focuses on competing in other school’s competitions, but creating a competition of their own in the future.
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Fall parent teacher conferences began on Wed., Oct. 15 and end on Fri., Oct. 17. This year, the administration and staff prioritized increasing parent turnout.
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At a luncheon on Oct. 17, Clarke Central High School CAPS Paraprofessional Montu Miller and English department co-chair Erin Cawthon were recognized as Paraprofessional of the Year and Teacher of the Year for Clarke Central High School.
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Fifteen members of Clarke Central High School’s Interact Club will volunteer at a hydration station for runners in the fifth annual AthHalf half marathon on Oct. 19.
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GLAD Time is the two hour period on Wednesdays when students can remediate and participate in enrichment activities. Beginning in the 2014-15 school year GLAD Time has more opportunities for enrichment compared to the previous school year. This year, chess club, which formerly met outside of school hours only, has been added to the list of available GLAD times.
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Writing is a priority for senior English students at Clarke Central High School according to English department co-chair Erin Cawthon. She says they will be focusing on writing more than ever before.
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A group of Clarke Central High School students are preparing for an upcoming trip to France in which they will immerse themselves in the country’s culture through the unique experiences the trip offers.
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The Clarke Central High School Parent Teacher Student Organization is accepting applications from teachers for classroom grants. These grants are monetary gifts made to teachers or staff who demonstrates need for extra funding to the PTSO.
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Foundation for Excellence recognizes three Clarke Central High School teachers
by Saudia Royal October 13, 2014English department teacher Ginger Lehmann teaches American Literature and writer’s workshop at Clarke Central…
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Senior Lakiera Bailey practices a scale in band class on Sept. 30 in preparation…
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Starting this month, Clarke Central High School teachers have been administering Student Learning Objective Tests. Given that this is the first year students at CCHS are taking these tests, there is some confusion with students over their purpose.
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All-State, the Georgia Music Educator Association’s annual student orchestra, auditions take place on Oct. 18.
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With this year’s competition just beginning, the robotics team is ready to build on…
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On Nov. 20-24, the Clarke Central High School Mock Trial Team will be participating…
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Construction on the new media center will begin in Spring of 2015.
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Dr. Ashlee Wegmann was named the Special Education team leader on Sept. 17.
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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.
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“He looked at me and said, ‘You give us an opportunity to teach kids…
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The Clarke Central High School JROTC program paid respect to those lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks with a ceremony honoring the story of 9/11.
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This school year, personal learning devices will be available to students in third through ninth grade in the Clarke County School District.
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On Aug. 26, Clarke Central High School held the Instructional Technology Cohort Gallery to offer teachers different approaches to technology.
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The sound of a fist pounding on wood startles the students in the classroom. They look up from their work. The door creaks open and static is heard from a walkie talkie. “Any dress code infractions?” An administrator asks the teacher, as the students in shorts try to slump low into their desks.
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Breaking NewsNews
Associate principal pursues new position in Cobb County
by Aaron Holmes August 14, 2014Mary Thielman left her position as Clarke Central High School Associate Principal on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
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Double styrofoam cups have become an iconic representation of lean on social media sites.…
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Candidates for state superintendent spoke to Clarke County residents about their political platforms and relevance to public schools.
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An initiative started by the Eve Carson Foundation encourages students to learn computer coding with the incentive of monetary rewards.
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Video by MAKAYLA RICHARDS – Broadcast Manager Written by ROBERT WALKER – Viewpoints Editor…
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Georgia Virtual School, an independent study program, grants middle and high school students the opportunity to take a class via online rather than a traditional classroom setting.
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Members of the Clarke Central High School Interact Club, French club and National Honor Society teamed up to host a Stop Hunger Now event.
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On March 22, the Clarke Central High School chess club went to the Georgia High School Chess Championship at Emory University in Atlanta. The tournament was sponsored by the Georgia Chess Association, a non-profit organization that focuses on fostering and supporting the chess community in Georgia.
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Sophomore Ahyun Bae shares her experiences of moving from her hometown, a small city in Korea, to Athens, Georgia.
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Spanning from March 16 to March 19 the sixth annual Athens Jewish Film Festival celebrated Jewish cinematography and film.
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At the start of the new semester, administrators at Clarke Central High School have made changes to the policies regarding tardiness, skipping and hall passes.
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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.
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Clarke County School District superintendent Dr. Philip Lanoue has integrated science fair into the 2013-2014 curriculum of all advanced science courses.
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Volunteers from the Clarke Central High School and the Athens area helped build the new International Baccalaureate service learning GLAD time community garden on Jan. 21.
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Clarke County schools dismissed early on January 28 due to a winter storm warning.
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Four transoceanic visitors visited Clarke Central High School on Wednesday, Nov. 20th, 2013. Bilhah Ayieko, a music teacher at the Moi Girls High School, and three of her students ventured all of the way from Eldoret, Kenya to tour multiple schools in the Athens area, including CCHS.
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As a part of his Presidential Call to Action, President Barack Obama recognized Clarke Central High School graduation coach Lawrence Harris and his effort to encourage college enrollment for disadvantaged students.
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A new program sponsored by the University of Georgia will assist Georgia students who have been homeless or in foster care to earn a postsecondary degree.
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4-H is not only a club that shapes better farmers, but better individuals too.
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Spirit week returned to Clarke Central High School with a few changes.
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The powderpuff football game replaced the homecoming parade in an effort to have more student participation.
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At the beginning of the new school year, several new teachers joined the CCHS staff.
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Clarke Central High School’s science department was left with an empty position for the beginning of the school year after previous resignations.
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The Governor’s Honors Program, a four-week long residential program for Georgia’s students, enters its 51st year of existence.
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Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Philip Lanoue named finalist for Georgia superintendent of the year
by Susanna Conine-Nakano August 22, 2013Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Philip Lanoue has recently been named one of four finalists for the Georgia School Superintendent Association’s Superintendent of the year award.
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As the Supreme Court draws closer to a ruling on the constitutionality of same-sex marriage, the Clarke Central High School Gay-Straight Alliance works towards tolerance within the school.
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By MAKAYLA RICHARDS – Web Staff By SAM THOMPSON – Web Staff Sam Thompson speaks of his views…
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Tribute runs to honor the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing are being organized across the country.
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After acquiring ten tardies, students sit in the empty Miller Jordan Food Court, heads down, listening to the security officer read the tardy policy and counting the minutes until they are released.
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From the archives: Coach Billy Henderson’s day in the sun
by David Ragsdale March 26, 2013The Oct. 2009 ODYSSEY Newsmagazine featured a story on legendary Clarke Central High School…
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Clarke Central Class of 1988 graduate Chuck Smith paid a visit to the New Gym on March 21 to speak with freshmen health and physical education classes about personal success.
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On Friday, March 8, students and teachers gathered in E.B. Mell auditorium to celebrate Black History Month at CCHS.
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The Athens-Clarke County Library is in the final stages of renovation.
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Breaking NewsSports
Breaking it down: Ryals and his departure from CCHS football
by Web Master February 21, 2013On Feb. 11, the seven-season-long era of head football coach Leroy Ryals ended. It was announced officially on Tuesday that he would be leaving Clarke Central High School for Thomasville High School in Thomasville, Ga.
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Clarke Central High School freshman Sara Tonks is an ametuer film maker and founded the Cinematography Club earlier this year.
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The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is a test to evaluate one’s personal skills and abilities. Many people, however, look at it as only a test for people interested in entering the Military.
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The End-of-Course remediation system, implemented at Clarke Central High School in the spring of the 2011-12 school year, allows students who failed an EOCT the chance to retake it for a higher final class average.
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Clarke Central High School senior Carver Goodhue has been announced as the Student Teacher Achievement Recognition student by scoring the highest score on the SAT in a single seating for the class of 2013.
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CCHS counselor one of first recipients of Counselor of the Year award
by Web Master January 30, 2013As Clarke Central High School counselor Toawondia Underwood took on her fourth year at Clarke Central High School, and her twelfth year in counseling, the Clarke County School District chose to honor her as the first ever high school faculty recipient of the Counselor of the Year award.
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On Saturday Jan. 12, Clarke Central High School sophomore cellist Tomislav Zabcic-Matic and CCHS senior violist Melody Wauke represented CCHS at the All State Orchestra auditions held in Westminster schools in Atlanta.
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On Thursday afternoons, Clarke Central High School social studies department teacher David Cleveland’s room is quiet with numerous students playing chess. All of the students are taking their time thinking about their next move.
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With Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day this coming Monday, students are making plans to commemorate the day by volunteering and celebrating the life of King.
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Former foreign language department teacher Dr. Meri Blackburn now resides in Room 131, where she meets with teachers and seeks to provide improvements for the school.
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Former Clarke Central High School marketing teacher Vickie Shell and her students opened the doors to the Glad Shack multiple days each week of the 2011-12 school year.
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Playing off of the old stereotypes of cops who are never without their coffee and donuts comes a new initiative from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department: “Coffee with a Cop.”
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According to CCHS International Baccalaureate/Gifted Collaborator and Scheduler Dr. Meri Blackburn, who was on the initial advisement committee, Advisement was conceived as an element of a smaller-learning community focus initiative, along with the freshman academy and the Athens Career Academy.
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The program Jobs for Georgia Graduates promotes the development of employment and other necessary skills for post-secondary education for seniors at Clarke Central High School.
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It is a weekday morning at the Athens Community Career Academy and the campus is buzzing. Students unload from school buses and file into the newly-renovated H.T. Edwards building.
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The second of three 2012 presidential debates is reviewed.
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During the week of Oct. 8-12, Clarke Central High School celebrated Banned Book Week, which has encouraged students and teachers to read books banned by schools and libraries for the past 30 years.
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On Friday, Oct. 5, Clarke Central High School held its first Club Day, giving students an opportunity to attend a new club.
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The Athens-Clarke County Democratic committee is preparing for the upcoming election on Nov. 6 with the help of Obama for America, a program that preparation will include phone banking, door to door campaigning and sign distribution.
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The 2012 school year has brought several new policy changes to CCHS.
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The Career Technical and Agricultural Education departments at Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School, in which many students from CCHS and CSHS are enrolled, will be transferred to the Athens Community Career Academy with the start of the 2012-13 school year.
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UGA journalists leave Red & Black; Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor will re-apply
by Web Master August 18, 2012Wednesday, the editorial staff of the University of Georgia’s indepently run newspaper walked out in protest of a non-student being named Editorial Director of the publication.
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The 2011-12 CCHS Teacher of The Year and Paraprofessional of The Year has been announced.
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The Clarke Central High School Relay for Life team has exceeded their goal for donations – raising over $5000 – for the 2011-12 school year.
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The Clarke County School District will be implementing budget cuts for the 2012-13 fiscal that are needed in order to run the district.
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On April 25, republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, R-Mass., carried on his primary election winning streak in Connecticut, Delaware, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania and New York.
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On March 9, the 55 members of Clarke Central High School’s band, Symphonic Winds, participated in the Georgia Educated Music Association’s Large Group Performance Evaluation held at Jefferson High School.
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On Friday, March 9, the Clarke Central High School Black Student Union, in conjunction with the CCHS step team and several other guest singers, dancers and speakers, perfomed “I know I’ve been Changed!” The performance, much like a variety show, compiled several acts together that were all tied to a central message.
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The first call to a 911 operator in the Trayvon Martin murder came in on Feb. 26 from George Zimmerman, a self-appointed neighborhood watchman from Sanford, FL.
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Members of Clarke Central High School’s ODYSSEY Newsmagazine and Iliad Literary-Art Magazine participated in the University of South Carolina’s Southern Interscholastic Press Association’s Courage to Connect Convention in Columbia, S.C. from March 2-4, along with 400 other students from across the country.
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Athens High School, originally built in 1951 was constructed in an “E” arrangement. Years after AHS became Clarke Central High School, the “E” has was changed and added upon.
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Teachers often deter students from using Wikipedia as a valid source for research, but today they won’t have to – the English Wikipedia has shut down access to its hub of free knowledge in a 24-hour protest.
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During the 2010-11 school year, Clarke Central High School students left the building later in the day than in years past, with clay on their hands from the Pottery Club, sweat on their brows from the Tae Kwon Do Club or the taste of homemade treats on their lips from the Top Chef Club.
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In September of 2011, the Athens Banner-Herald ran an article titled “Wal-Mart: No store planned for Downtown,” essentially dispelling the rumors that “the mammoth chain (was) considering building a small store on the edge of Downtown Athens.”
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Having a place to call “home” is not guaranteed for all children — homelessness is a growing problem for students in the Clarke County School District. Katie Wheeler, Homeless Education Program liaison and school social worker for the CCSD, has seen this increase during her time working for the district.
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To expand the limits of learning, the Clarke County School District has chosen to implement the International Baccalaureate Middle Years program, curriculum for grades sixth through tenth, at schools including Clarke Central High School.
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Clarke Central High School will enter the state football playoffs as the number two seed in region 8-AAAA
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Picture it @ Your Library
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Don’t be apart of the crowd; change it up, meet some new people.
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Relay for Life 2011 In this year’s fight against cancer, students at Clarke Central…
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The Career & Technical Instruction within Clarke Central High School is a program for Career Technical and Agricultural Education
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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.