The CCSD administration has selected two individuals to replace top human resources positions after the departure of Chief of HR Lynn Duke and Executive Director of Talent Management Michael Harris.
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Viewpoints Editor Maya Cornish talks with Clarke Central High School counselor Darline Coleman about her experience as a counselor and how the CCHS counseling department has adapted to the new needs of students due to COVID-19.
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CCSD return to in-person learning postponed indefinitely
by Micah Shannon January 8, 2021The CCSD will continue to provide online-only instruction for all schools for an undetermined period.
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Variety Staffer Chloe Sears shares eight notable albums from 2020.
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Top Five Christmas Rom-Coms
by Naomi Hendershot December 24, 2020ODYSSEY Co-Editor-in-Chief Naomi Hendershot reviews her top five Christmas rom-com movies to binge-watch.
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Clarke County School District seeks to fill top Human Resources positions
by Micah Shannon December 24, 2020CCSD is looking for replacement hires for two top Human Resources positions given the imminent departure of Chief of Human Resources Lynn Duke and Executive Director of Talent Management Michael Harris.
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ODYSSEY Illustrator Lilli Sams reflects on her family from Rome, Ga. and its place in her heart during the holiday season.
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CCHS students will take EOC tests in person and final exams online after Winter Break.
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The CCHS orchestra and band departments are using the Upbeat Music App to overcome the disconnect between student musicians.
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Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate Rev. Dr. Raphael Warnock campaigned in downtown Athens during the final days of the Senate runoff election.
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Clarke County School District Interim Superintendent Dr. Xernona Thomas was announced as the official CCSD Superintendent on Dec. 10.
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Digital Staffer Micah Shannon recounts his experience with hiking in the mountains of North Georgia and North Carolina.
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CCHS community struggles with engagement in online environment
by Micah Shannon December 4, 2020CCHS teachers and students have found the lack of face-to-face interaction in an online environment both challenging and promising.
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Candidate Overviews: Western Judicial Circuit District Attorney Special Election
by Micah Shannon November 29, 2020A special election for the Western Judicial Circuit District Attorney will be held on Dec. 1 between former Georgia House District 117 Representative Deborah Gonzalez, D, and Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney James Chafin, an independent.
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ODYSSEY Media Group recognized at Fall 2020 National High School Journalism Convention
by Micah Shannon November 22, 2020Editors from the ODYSSEY Media Group attended this year’s virtual National High School Journalism Convention, where the group attended sessions and its members won several awards.
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CCSD and Clarke Middle School administrators have begun planning the renovation or reconstruction of the CMS building.
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ODYSSEY Media Group Beat Editor Gretchen Hinger reflects on how her obsession with school supplies fuels her interest in learning.
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Variety Editor Emma Scott discusses the importance of a simple vegetable soup in Uruguay and Argentina and analyzes what it means to the cartoon character Mafalda.
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In the second episode of “Gunnar on Air,” ODYSSEY Media Group Podcaster Gunnar Churchwell…
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The CCHS counseling department welcomed new CCHS College Adviser Robert Gluzman for the 2020-2021 school year.
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Lead Copy Editor Audrey Enghauser reflects on how bullet journaling has changed her mindset about school.
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The CCHS cheerleading team is working to overcome the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic to make the football games feel how they used to be.
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The CCHS mock trial team has begun preparing for their season. This year they are facing a multitude of changes due to COVID-19.
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CCHS freshman counselor Adam Lowe is trying to make sure that freshmen know about the availability of his counseling services.
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Though they are not participating in marching competitions for the 2020-21 season, the CCHS marching band has been rehearsing and playing at CCHS football games.
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Fowler Drive Elementary School returns to virtual learning after a week of in-person instruction from Nov. 9 to Nov 13.
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The Clarke Central High School Academic Team has begun their 2020 season virtually, consisting of six regular rounds of season competition, each with an hour to answer 100 questions.
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ODYSSEY Media Group Podcaster Gunnar Churchwell sits down with Clarke Central High School wide receiver Jairus “Nono” Mack to talk CCHS football, the pandemic, and a run for the state title.
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ODYSSEY Newsmagazine announced as 2020 NSPA Pacemaker finalist
by Micah Shannon November 10, 2020The ODYSSEY Newsmagazine was named a finalist for the National Scholastic Press Association’s highest award, the Pacemaker, on Nov. 5.
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The Clarke Central High School softball team plans for the future after a difficult season.
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Based on the 1983 book of the same name by Walter Tevis, Netflix released its Original limited series “The Queen’s Gambit” on Oct. 23. While it may appear to be a binge-show for intellectuals, it carries themes understandable to any mature viewer.
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The CCSD School Nutrition department has worked to ensure student access to meals since school was made virtual on March 16.
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Singer-songwriter Beabadoobee, whose real name is Beatrice Laus, released her first studio album, titled “Fake-It Flowers,” on Oct. 16.
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The Clarke Central High School Freshman Academy team is attempting to build a sense of community for the freshmen class during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The CCHS FFA chapter is digging into the year by preparing for competitions that incorporate more than agricultural skills.
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New addition to Athens: College Square Plaza
by Elena Webber October 20, 2020The block of College Avenue between East Clayton Street and East Broad Street was closed off on Oct. 8 to implement a pedestrian and dining space called College Square Plaza.
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On Oct. 17, community members held the Athens Women’s Rally for Unity on the steps of City Hall, featuring 12 speakers on topics related to women’s rights, Black Lives Matter, and gun violence.
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From the archives: The last four years in American politics
by Ireland McCage October 15, 2020With the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election coming up on Nov. 3, the ODYSSEY Media Group recounts the last four years in U.S politics.
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The Clarke County School District is planning for pre-K-8 students to return to face-to-face instruction on Nov. 9.
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CCHS head football coach David Perno will lead the Gladiators at home on Friday against Jackson County High School.
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Clarke Central High School will hold a voter registration drive on Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Musician Alicia Keys released “Alicia”, on Sept. 18. The passionate new album centered around current events and personal struggles, is truthful, honest and lively with a striking hip-hop edge.
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Construction vehicles work on the Clarke Central High School field as part of the…
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Gladiators grind to victory over the Jaguars
by Micah Shannon September 5, 2020The Clarke Central High School varsity football team won the first game of the season 10-3 against their cross-town rival, the Cedar Shoal High School Jaguars, on Sept. 5.
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Classic City Championship: Coaches Q&A
by Ireland McCage September 4, 2020In preparation for the Classic City Championship game on Sept. 8, Odyssey Media Group Staffers sat down for Q&As with Cedar Shoals High School head football coach LeRoy Ryals and Clarke Central High School head football coach David Perno.
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“Teenage Bounty Hunters” actor Devon Hales discusses playing April Stevens as an Atlanta actor, why the show is valuable to her and her own journey as an actor.
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The Netflix Original Series “Teenage Bounty Hunters”, released on Aug. 14, is clever, dramatic and thrilling, defying expectations audiences may have about the characters.
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The Soldiers’ Monument in Downtown Athens, which was first erected in 1872, has now been moved after years of controversy.
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Naples native Dominic Fike’s first album in two years, “What Could Possibly Go Wrong,” was worth the wait. The new album is rich with indie-pop ballads that don’t disappoint.
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Clarke Central High School senior Raymond Pan remembers his former Director of Bands Dr. Robert Lawerence.
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Community learns of the death of former director of bands
by Staff July 30, 2020Former CCHS Director of Band Dr. Robert Lawrence died Wednesday. Lawrence was on staff at CCHS from August 2009 until May 2019 and taught hundreds of students.
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In a Clarke County School District press release, all schools will be on a digital platform for the 2020-21 school year.
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Q&A: An update on CCSD’s reopening plan with Chief Administrative Officer Brannon Gaskins
by Audrey Kennedy July 18, 2020Clarke County School District Chief Administrative Officer Brannon Gaskins gives insight into the school district’s current reopening plan in the midst of COVID-19.
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The excessive use of force on Black American citizens calls for reform in the U.S. police forces. One way to do this would be mandatory de-escalation training and community involvement for every police officer.
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Guest Writer: CCHS fine arts teacher Amanda Price
by Amanda Price July 9, 2020Clarke Central High School fine arts teacher Amanda Price discusses how in the midst of current events, she finds relief through the arts.
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With the recent resurgence of Black Lives Matter protests across the nation, Clarke Central High School Class of 2020 graduate Saran Sesay believes the media has not done its due-diligence in unbiased coverage of protests.
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Guest writer: CCHS English department teacher Jennifer Tesler
by Jennifer Tesler June 28, 2020Clarke Central High School English department teacher Jennifer Tesler shares her view on the Black Lives Matter movement as well as poems her students have written about the topic from the 2019-20 school year.
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A message from CCHS Athletics Director Dr. Jon Ward
by Jon Ward June 20, 2020Clarke Central High School Athletic Director Dr. Jon Ward shares his view on the recent protests and how the nation’s leaders have handled it.
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Longtime Clarke Central High School and Governor’s Honors Program teacher decries defunding the program.
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The new adventure movie “Artemis Fowl,” released on Disney Plus on June 12, covers the adventures of boy genius Artemis Fowl. Although visually stimulating, the film suffers from pacing issues when dealing with character development.
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The Clarke Central High School Hispanic Organization Promoting Education chapter started with a goal to help minorities during the 2019-20 school year after ending two years prior.
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ODYSSEY Media Group News Editor Maya Cornish shares her thoughts of becoming a senior and the anxiety that comes with it.
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At Clarke Central High School, self-segregation has the potential to negatively impact connections between students of different races.
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On March 31, Athens community members and others from surrounding areas gathered at the Clerk of State & Superior Court steps and began the march to the University of Georgia Arch in protest of police brutality.
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Clarke Central High School freshman Michael Campbell isn’t your ordinary freshman. He sees the good in people and wants to help those around him however he can.
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Ruins of the Clarke Central High School visitor’s side bleachers lay on the unmarked…
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More than 50 years after the Athens Linnentown community was displaced through gentrification, former residents are seeking support from the city of Athens to gain redress.
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Athens is commonly known for its flourishing music scene of alternative and rock bands. However, with the exclusion of other genres such as hip hop and rap, this scene fails to truly represent and embrace the unique culture and background of all Athens residents.
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The ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment by the Virginia state legislature raises questions about the future of the amendment on a national level.
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Q&A: New CCHS boys varsity basketball coach Stefan Smith
by Micah Shannon May 26, 2020Former Clarke Central High School assistant varsity girls basketball coach Stefan Smith directs players…
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Georgia’s Dual Enrollment program has been amended by Georgia House of Representatives Bill 444, which was passed on April 28. The Bill will reduce funding, and in turn, potentially lower state debt.
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Sports staffer Gretchen Hinger reflects on her time during social distancing and her new attitude toward being away from her normal schedule.
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Boiling point: What we should learn from COVID-19
by Naomi Hendershot May 24, 2020Managing Editor Naomi Hendershot reflects on the pandemic the United States is facing and how it should be a wake-up call to the U.S. government to recognize its poor leadership in defending the country against the COVID-19.
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Clarke Central High School athletics, along with many other high schools in Georgia, will be competing against many new region teams for the 2020-21 school year.
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Clarke Central High School fine arts department chair and chorus teacher Dr. Anthony Rucker reflects on his 33 years of teaching as he prepares for retirement.
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As schools across the United States close due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some are having to switch to digital learning, which has posed problems for students.
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Clarke Central High School Special Education department teacher and CCHS class of 2010 alumnus William Lance will be the CCHS head softball coach beginning the 2020-21 school year.
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Clarke Central High School senior and Viewpoints staffer Imani Sykes shares her fear of a disconnect with her twin sister Rosie Sykes as they head on to college.
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To the ODYSSEY Media Group readership and community, The past couple of months have…
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Review: “Middleditch & Schwartz Completely Improvised Comedy Special”
by Naomi Hendershot May 13, 2020On April 21, Netflix released a new improv show — Middleditch & Schwartz Completely Improvised Comedy Special.
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Clarke Central High School senior and tennis player Braden Delamater reflects on his tennis journey and the effects COVID-19 has had on his final season with CCHS.
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Clarke Central High School senior Cameron Stokes is a stand-out basketball and baseball player with a story that is bigger than just athletics.
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Clothing choices go beyond skin deep when the unethical and unsustainable practices of the fast fashion textile industry are taken into account.
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Social Media Coordinator Luna Reichert shares a day of her life in self-isolation during the outbreak of COVID-19, a global pandemic.
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Ranging from braids to kinky afros, these illustrations represent the various natural hairstyles worn…
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Clarke Central High School alumni reflect on their experiences moving from a student to staff position.
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The process to remove likes from Instagram has the potential to improve mental health, prevent cyberbullying and lower rates of depression for social media users.
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Accepting what’s naturally yours
by Samaiyah Ra'aid April 30, 2020The natural hair movement has changed a lot since the 1960s, and these changes have greatly affected African American women.
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Released on March 18, Little Fires Everywhere is a Hulu Original Series about the community of Shaker Heights, Ohio in the 1990’s and the race issues within.
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CCHS searches for new varsity baseball, boys basketball and golf coaches
by Owen Donnelly April 26, 2020On April 6 and 7, jobs for Clarke Central High School head baseball, boys basketball and golf coaches were posted to the Clarke County School District website’s hiring page.
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ODYSSEY Media Group Sports Podcaster AJ Carr presents his 2020 NFL Mock Draft to sports writer Andrew Robinson and Digital Editor Owen Donnelly. The three discuss where Carr could be right or wrong predicting the upcoming NFL Draft.
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“Selah and the Spades” is the perfect film for those who want to diverge from mainstream movies and try a completely new style of storytelling.
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A perfect fit for the current abnormality of the world due to COVID-19, The Strokes’ new album, “The New Abnormal”, mirrors the world’s current tone while offering a surreal diversion from reality.
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In the face of COVID-19, many Athenians are working to create personal protective equipment for medical workers in the community.
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COVID-19 reveals that school is a safety net for many families
by Emma Scott April 16, 2020The devastating COVID-19 national emergency has highlighted child food insecurity in Athens and the school district’s role in addressing this issue. This crisis should be what motivates Athenians to mobilize and create a society that recognizes everyone’s fundamental right to food.
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Carr on Par Episode 5 – Professional sports update with Andrew Robinson
by AJ Carr April 16, 2020In episode five of Carr on Par, Sports Podcaster AJ Carr talks with Digital Editor Owen Donnelly and Sports Writer Andrew Robinson about developments in the sports world with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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As Clarke County School District closes its fifth week of online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students are continuing to struggle with their online assignments.
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Based on the Japanese manga of the same name, “Beastars” is a highly addictive 12-episode Netflix Original anime. But be warned, it isn’t meant for sensitive audiences.
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AP English courses, like many other AP courses, have had to focus their attention on preparing for AP testing in May but from home as a result of distance learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Clarke Central High School boys varsity soccer team was not able to finish out the 2019-20 season due to COVID-19.
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“Doom Eternal” was released on March 20 as the sequel to the 2016 game, ‘Doom’. However, close attention should be paid to the game’s Mature rating, as ‘Doom’ is a franchise spanning back to the 90’s with violence as a central theme of each new installment.
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Clarke Central High School English Department teacher Lindsay Coleman-Taylor shares her experience as a woman, personal stories and advice she has for girls at CCHS.
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A look into St. Mary’s: Q&A with MSN and resident nurse Alex Evans
by Ireland McCage April 7, 2020St. Mary’s Health Care System Master of Science in Nursing and resident nurse Alex Evans talks about being a nurse and how the COVID-19 outbreak has affected his work.
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At Clarke Central High School and around the nation, differences between how male and female students are taught and engage in class can cause female students to have less confidence.
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Georgia Gov. Kemp orders closure of Georgia public schools for the rest of the school year
by Ireland McCage April 5, 2020On April 1, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced that public schools would be closed for the rest of the school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Five Netflix shows to binge during quarantine
by Elena Gilbertson Hall April 3, 2020Being stuck at home doesn’t have to mean boredom. Here are five masterful and funny TV shows to keep you company during social distancing due to COVID-19.
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“All The Pretty Things” by Emily Arsenault will engross readers with a fast pace and captivating atmosphere good for binge-reading during self-isolation, but underdeveloped characters that detract from the book’s excitement will leave some readers unfulfilled.
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Staying healthy: Q&A with Clarke Central High School nurse Iveta Rabb
by Isabella Johnson March 26, 2020Clarke Central High School nurse Iveta Rabb discusses how students and their families can deal with different situations that may arise with their health while out of school due to COVID-19.
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Clarke Central High School senior Shea Peters, junior Maya Cornish and sophomore Audrey Enghauser are Clarke County School District winners in the 2020 Young Georgia Authors competition.
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Carr on Par Episode 4 – COVID-19 Conversation with Owen Donnelly
by AJ Carr March 23, 2020Sports Podcaster AJ Carr and Digital Editor Owen Donnelly talk about the recent COVID-19 outbreak and its effect on local sporting events as well as national.
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Q&A: Coronavirus update with CCSD Interim Superintendent Dr. Xernona Thomas
by Owen Donnelly March 22, 2020ODYSSEY Media Group Digital Editor Owen Donnelly talks to Clarke County School District Interim Superintendent Dr. Xernona Thomas about the COVID-19 outbreak and its implications for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.
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A message from the ODYSSEY Leadership Team amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Stand-up comic and Cartoon Network associate writer and producer Cherith Fuller discusses her journey of becoming a comedian and the challenges she has faced.
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Clarke County School District offers free student meals during COVID-19 closure
by Audrey Enghauser March 18, 2020The Clarke County School District will provide free breakfast and lunch meals for students in need during the district-wide closure to limit the spread of COVID-19.
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ODYSSEY Media Group takes on Southern Interscholastic Press Association
by Naomi Hendershot March 17, 2020From March 6 through 8, members of the ODYSSEY Media Group, Journalism 1 and iliad Literary-Art magazine attended the annual Southern Interscholastic Press Association conference.
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Various local and state educational institutions close their doors in response to COVID-19
by Ireland McCage March 15, 2020Many school systems in Georgia, including the Clarke County School District, will suspend classes in an effort to contain and limit the spread of COVID-19.
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Sports Editor Alexander Robinson has grown up with a commitment to athleticism.
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The desegregation of the Clarke County School District affects the educational experiences of students in the district both socially and academically to this day.
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Al and the Big O Show Episode 2 – Big O presidency Q&A
by Owen Donnelly March 6, 2020ODYSSEY Media Group Digital Editor and SIPA presidental candidate Owen “Big-O” Donnelly sits down with OMG Sports Editor Alexander Robinson to talk about the SIPA presidency and his platform.
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Managing Editor Naomi Hendershot writes a letter to the future Superintendent, sharing her hopes, fears and concerns about the future of the Clarke County School District.
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An expanded course catalog will be available to Clarke Central High School students for the 2020-21 school year.
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ODYSSEY Media Group sports podcaster AJ Carr sits down to Clarke Central High School varsity soccer Coach and Associate Athletic Director Christopher Aiken, to discuss events within the CCHS soccer program.
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With the share of a post, tweet or hashtag, an entire career, friendship or reputation could be ruined. However, this isn’t the best way for the public to address celebrities’ mistakes.
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“The Hand on the Wall”, the finale to the “Truly Devious” trilogy by Maureen Johnson, is riveting despite a slow start.
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The Clarke Central High School golf team will participate in their first competition of the season at the Athens Country Club on March 4.
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Letter from the editor: Equalizing education
by Elena Gilbertson Hall March 3, 2020Within Clarke County schools, as in many schools across the U.S., there are disparities in classroom participation between girls and boys. These disparities require urgent solutions.
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Clarke Central High School freshman coordinate algebra teacher Becky Begnaud is retiring from CCHS at the end of the 2019-20 school year.
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American pop singer Selena Gomez released her new song “Feel me”, a bonus track to her album “Rare”, to all major platforms on Feb. 21.
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Al and the Big O Show Episode 1 – A discussion on race at CCHS
by Owen Donnelly March 1, 2020Join ODYSSEY Media Group Sports Editor Alexander Robinson and Digital Editor Owen Donnelly in their first episode of Al and the Big O Show as they talk about race and social dynamics at Clarke Central High School, and try to answer the question, “How can we make Clarke Central more inclusive?”
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Menu Editor Audrey Enghauser reflects on her passion for making collages and how the art form has given her a creative escape from the stressors in her everyday life.
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Many US public schools, including Clarke Central High School, were recently distinguished under various categories of Advanced Placement classes and achievement.
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The Clarke Central High School National Art Honor Society initiated an art project to honor the 100-year anniversary of the 19th amendment.
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CCHS boys and girls varsity soccer vs. Morgan County
by Isabella Johnson February 27, 2020The Clarke Central High School boys and girls varsity soccer teams played Morgan County High School in Death Valley on Feb. 25.
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While the National Collegiate Athletic Association is attempting to make college sports more fair, substantial regulation is needed.
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News staffer Maggie Kelleher shares her thoughts on block scheduling coming to CCHS in the 2020-21 school year and how it will affect her plan to pursue a scientific career.
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Clarke Central High School’s varsity baseball team will host Monroe Area High School on Feb. 26.
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National FFA week will be celebrated at Clarke Central High School the week of Feb. 22.
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In January, Clarke Central High School announced that CCHS will switch to a block schedule, starting in the 2020-21 school year.
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Black History Month program
by Colin Frick February 23, 2020The Clarke Central High School Black Culture Club performed its Black History Month program on Feb. 21 in the Mell Auditorium.
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The Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School seventh and eighth-grade bands will be performing in the annual Large Group Performance Evaluations at Clarke Central High School on Feb. 26.
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Clarke Middle School’s road to renovations
by Elena Webber February 20, 2020Preparations are being made at Clarke Middle School to undergo renovations and a possible rebuild.
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Former Athens-Clarke County residents of the Linnentown neighborhood spoke to Clarke Central High School students and staff on Feb. 19.
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Pendley addresses Clarke Middle School community
by Audrey Enghauser February 19, 2020On Feb. 18, Clarke Middle School principal Christopher Pendley met with community members, teachers and parents to speak on the urgent questions and concerns about recent events at CMS.
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The limited-time documentary series “Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez” was released onto Netflix on Jan. 15, following the murders committed by former college and professional football star Aaron Hernandez.
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From the archives: Up in smoke
by Valeria Garcia-Pozo February 17, 2020Although many Clarke Central High School students recognize Juuling as an activity that occurs among the student body, fewer are aware of the potential health consequences.
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The Clarke Central High School Robotics team will participate in the state robotics competition on Feb. 21 and 22.
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J1 Holmes-Hunter reaction blogs
by Owen Donnelly February 15, 2020On Feb. 3, Georgia Supreme Court Justice Robert Benham spoke with humor and conviction to members of the Athens community, including students from the Clarke County School District about his life, during the Holmes-Hunter Lecture at the University of Georgia Chapel. Journalism 1 students share what made the trip memorable, and how it affected them.
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Clarke Central High School’s Future Farmers of America chapter is competing in the Nursery/Landscaping Career Development Event for the first time on Feb. 27.
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The Clarke Central High School baseball team has begun practices for their 2020 season and will play their first game on Feb 14.
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From the archives: Black History Month through the years
by Ireland McCage February 12, 2020A compilation of past ODYSSEY articles features multiple stories written for Black History Month.
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The Clarke Central High School Media Specialists will be hosting an author event on Feb. 12 with the authors of “I’m Not Dying With You Tonight,” Kimberly Jones and Gilly Segal.
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News staffer Natalie Schliekelman reflects on her memories of camping with friends at Hunting Island, South Carolina throughout her childhood.
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Many young children possess an innocence that allows them to view their peers and mentors of different races, cultures and religions without bias. However, this positive outlook is often corrupted at young ages as students are exposed to biased content in the U.S. education system.
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News staffer Isabella Johnson reflects on what it’s like growing up with parents who have split custody, and how that has changed her day-to-day life.
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Clarke Central High School Family Engagement Specialist Christain Barner will be assisting the CCHS community in the transition to block schedule for the 2020-2021 school year.
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ODYSSEY illustrator Lilli Sams reflects on how art has impacted her view of the world and how it makes her a better person.
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Clarke Central High School will add four to six portable classrooms in the 2020-21 school year to accommodate the increasing amount of students and teachers.
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The Clarke Central High School drama department is preparing for their upcoming spring production, “9 to 5”.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer team has started preparation for the 2019-20 season with mental focus in mind.
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Carr on Par Episode 2 – A conversation with CCHS Baseball Coach Osborne
by AJ Carr February 3, 2020ODYSSEY Media Group Sports Podcaster AJ Carr sits down for a conversation with Clarke Central High School head baseball coach Adam Osborne.
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Video and music producer Nicholas Byrne, a 2015 Clarke Central High School graduate, discusses his process of producing and creating his own electronic music.
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The Clarke Central High School tennis team head coach Elliot Slane shares his hopes for the upcoming season.
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CCHS vs. Buford High School boys varsity basketball preview
by Natalie Schliekelman January 30, 2020On Jan. 31 the Clarke Central High Schools boys varsity basketball team will play against Buford High School.
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Despite the good intentions behind the See Something Send Something app, it is not an effective solution to widespread crises such as gun violence.
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Central vs Cedar basketball game coverage
by Elena Webber January 27, 2020The Cedar Shoals High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams beat Clarke Central High School 63-50 and 66-56 respectively on Jan. 25.
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And the nominees are….
by Isaac Ramirez January 27, 2020At the start of the 2020 Oscar awards season, three movies in particular are the frontrunner films most likely to receive the best picture nomination at the 92nd Academy Awards on Feb. 9.
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Clarke Central High School hosted the Clarke County School District Spelling Bee for fourth to sixth graders in the Mell Auditorium on Jan. 21.
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ODYSSEY Media Group Sports Podcaster AJ Carr sits down for a Q&A episode of Carr on Par with sophomore baseball player AJ Huff regarding his family, baseball and school life.
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A Sculpture III class may be added to the Clarke Central High School program of studies for the 2020-21 school year.
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Top 10 Albums of the Decade
by Alexandra Lang January 21, 2020Journalism 1 staffer Grace Lang looks back on the best albums of the 2010’s now that 2020 has arrived.
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The Battle of the Bands, a competition between musical artists, was hosted by the Cedar Shoals High School Blueprints on Jan. 18.
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Clarke County School District Board of Education votes Antwon Stephens as District Two representative
by Owen Donnelly January 20, 2020The Clarke County School District Board of Education voted to place Georgia’s ninth congressional district candidate Antwon Stephens as representative of District Two on Jan. 16.
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The 13th annual Visions of Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration took place at the Lyndon Art House on January 18. The event celebrated the legacy of MLK through performances and visual art.
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Clarke County School District high schools officially switch to block schedule
by Owen Donnelly January 14, 2020Starting in the 2020-21 school year, Clarke County School District high schools will replace the current seven-period day with a four-period block schedule.
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International Grill and Bar recently opened at 1155 Mitchell Bridge Road, bringing Persian, Iranian and Turkish flavors to Athens.
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The Clarke County School District shouldn’t push digital education if it can’t sustain it.
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Review: The Rise of Skywalker
by Alexander Robinson December 20, 2019While by no means perfect, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” is a thrilling, entertaining and fitting end to the Skywalker saga.
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Clarke County School District community members met at a Board of Education meeting on Dec. 17 to protest the appointment of an Interim Superintendent in the place of previous Superintendent Demond Means.
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Republicans’ support of United States President Donald Trump is fundamentally bad for the party.
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Localizing Black history
by Tecoya Richardson December 14, 2019Local Athens artist Broderick Flanigan and Miami artist Elio Mercado were selected by the Athens Cultural Affairs Commission to paint a mural recognizing Black businesses on Hot Corner in Downtown Athens.
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Opened in March, Figment Kombucha is a local kombucha brewery that uses local and seasonal ingredients to create a unique Athens taste.
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“The Toys That Made Us” is an entertaining look back into how the world got the popular toys it loves today.
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CCHS vs CSHS varsity basketball games
by Audrey Kennedy December 12, 2019The Clarke Central High School boys and girls varsity basketball teams played Heritage High School boys and girls varsity teams on Dec. 10 in the New Gym.
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Many students, teachers and clubs at Clarke Central High School have raised concerns about how waste is handled at CCHS, specifically in the cafeteria, and what can be done to improve it.
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Despite the current impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump, President Trump and his supporters will not be stopped.
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In a city with limited transportation options, biking gives many students freedom. The absence of bike lanes forces bikers into dangerous conditions.
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Clarke Central High school sophomores Isabella Johnson and Gretchen Hinger sit down with head CCHS cafeteria manager Ashley Henderson to discuss menu changes for December and review new food options.
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Clarke County School District Superintendent discusses contract termination with Board of Education
by Maya Cornish December 4, 2019The Clarke County School District Board of Education and CCSD Superintendent Dr. Demond Means discussed his contract termination as Superintendent on Dec. 3 at the Athens Community Career Academy during an executive session.
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To rectify the mistreatment of African-American communities during slavery, demands for reparations have recently taken shape in the United States and more locally at the University of Georgia.
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Teenagers often turn to excessive amounts of coffee, tea and energy drinks to cope with workload or exhaustion, disregarding the possible effects that high levels of caffeine may entail.
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ODYSSEY Media Group sports podcaster AJ Carr interviews Clarke Central High School senior Chris Johnson about his four years at CCHS, including his experiences on the football team and CCHS drama program.
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“The King,” recently released on Netflix is based on a Shakespeare play is set in 1413 England and is directed by David Michôd.
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On Nov. 16, the Lyndon House Arts Center hosted the opening ceremony for an art exhibit displaying Clarke County School District student art.
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Gladiators move to Elite Eight
by Gretchen Hinger November 23, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Wayne County High School on Nov. 22, advancing to the third round of state playoffs.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central High School vs. Wayne County High School
by Gretchen Hinger November 22, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity football team played against Lithia Springs High School…
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Days of dysfunction
by Mackenzie Caudill November 21, 2019The Clarke County School District superintendent and Board of Education face contention following an official complaint that threatens the district’s school accreditation.
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The Clarke Central High School marching band will potentially play their final home game halftime show of the 2019-20 school year on Nov. 22 against Wayne County High School for the second round of the Georgia High School Association AAAAA football state playoffs.
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“Last Christmas,” a romantic Christmas movie about self-discovery, was released in theatres on Nov. 8. This movie clearly had potential but may fall short of viewers’ expectations.
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The Clarke Central High School Media Center will be hosting its first annual Thank-O-Rama from Nov. 6 to Nov. 22.
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The Clarke Central High School boys basketball team has begun practicing for their 2019-20 schedule and hope to take on the season as a unified group.
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ODYSSEY Media Group Sports Editor Alexander Robinson reflects on a cathartic experience he had in Berlin, Germany, as a sixth-grader.
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Review: The End of the F***ing World season two
by Margaret Kelleher November 18, 2019Season two of Netflix original “The End of the F***ing World” was released on Nov. 5, and it does not live up to the expectations left behind by season one.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Lithia Springs High School in the first round of the state playoffs on Nov. 16.
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The Clarke Central High School Touchdown Club helps feed the CCHS football team every Thursday and Friday.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Lithia Springs High School in the first round of the state playoffs on Nov. 16.
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Starting with Sherman
by Gretchen Hinger November 15, 2019Clarke Central High School head cross country coach Mollie Sherman is new to the cross country team in the 2019-20 school year.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central High School vs. Lithia Springs High School
by Sophia Long November 14, 2019Clarke Central High School will play Lithia Springs High School at 7:30 p.m on Nov. 16 at CCHS for the first round of the playoffs.
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Finishing the 2019 season with top ten placements at their region and state meets, the Clarke Central High School cross country team will experience various changes to their team next season.
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In her time in the Clarke County School District, Clarke Central High School Associate Principal Dr. Linda Boza has built deep relationships that helped her fall in love with the school and district.
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Clarke Central High School senior Jay Kelly’s passion for rapping has allowed him to connect to his community despite his reserved nature.
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Clarke Central High School sophomores Isabella Johnson and Gretchen Hinger talk about school lunch for the month of October with guest appearances by CCHS senior Moss Ivy and freshman Olivia Collins.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team played Buford High School for the Region 8-AAAAA Championship.
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Clarke Central High School takes the region championship
by Elena Gilbertson Hall November 9, 2019On Nov. 8, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team pulled off a win against No. 1-ranked team Buford High School in the Region Championship.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central High School vs. Buford High School
by Sophia Long November 8, 2019On Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m., the Clarke Central High School Gladiators will face off against Buford High School in Death Valley.
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Pro-life organization gathers outside Clarke Central High School
by Owen Donnelly November 7, 2019On Nov. 7, members of Created Equal, a pro-life organization based in Columbus, Ohio, gathered outside the entrance of Clarke Central High School and protested pro-choice policies.
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Alternative musician Alexander O’Connor, professionally known by his stage name Rex Orange County, released his latest album, “Pony”, on Oct. 25
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The Clarke Central High School varsity basketball cheer squad will kick-off the season on Nov. 6, against Cross Keys High School.
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Letter from the Editor: Conflict in the CCSD
by Elena Gilbertson Hall November 1, 2019Clarke County School District leaders are engaging in behavior that is distracting from the needs of CCSD students.
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Breaking News: A social media post threatened three Clarke County Schools
by Naomi Hendershot October 31, 2019On Oct. 30, the Clarke County School District parents received an email from the CCSD Superintendent Demond Means addressing an investigation into a social media post that threatened violent actions against three CCSD schools.
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Q&A: Superintendent Dr. Demond Means
by Elena Gilbertson Hall October 30, 2019Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Demond Means speaks with the
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ODYSSEY Media Group Social Media staffer Maggie Kelleher reflects on the passing of her dog Rayna on July 29, 2017.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity softball team has had 10 different coaches in the past 20 years.
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The Clarke Central High School marching band has been preparing for its next competition on Oct. 26 at Berkmar High School in Lilburn, Georgia.
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In order to resolve conflict more efficiently and build a positive school culture, Clarke Central High School is implementing restorative justice circles for the 2019-20 school year.
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Exploring the Eastside
by Tecoya Richardson October 25, 2019“Across The River: The People, Places, and Culture of East Athens”, written by Dr. Maxine Pinson Easom and Patsy Hawkins Arnold, acknowledges the origins of East Athens and the city of Athens as a whole.
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Award-winning author Michael Ondaatje to visit Clarke Central
by Natalie Schliekelman October 24, 2019Author Michael Ondaatje will speak in the Clarke Central High School media center on Oct. 25, and participate in a discussion hosted by the iliad Literary-Art Magazine.
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Many female rap artists receive backlash for risqué lyrics that promote their sexuality, while male artists are met with praise for doing the same thing.
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On Oct. 23, the Clarke Central High School cross country team will participate in their region meet
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Clarke Central High School junior Will Harden has a passion for coding.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Winder-Barrow High School 56-3 in the CCHS homecoming game on Oct. 18.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Winder-Barrow High School 56-3 in the CCHS homecoming game on Oct. 18.
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Clarke Central High School English department teacher Andy Dean will be engaging his students in the following months in a research project funded by the Eve Carson learning-service grant.
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Clarke Central High School junior Donte Marquies’s confidence in himself helps him spread his positive mindset to his peers.
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Webmaster Ireland McCage reflects on her relationship with her brother Connor McCage, and the impact he has had on her life.
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Practicing yoga has made a major impact on the life of Editor-in-Chief Elena Gilbertson Hall.
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Clarke Central High School students will vote for homecoming king and queen on Oct. 9.
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Scene: New teachers at Clarke Central High School
by Margaret Kelleher October 7, 2019As the first quarter of the 2019-2020 school year wraps up, new Clarke Central High School teachers and staff reflect on their time at CCHS so far, their lives before teaching, their hopes for the future and their advice for students.
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Clarke Central and Cedar Shoals High school have competed 53 times, but how well do we know our history? See some familiar Gladiator faces chat with guest host Shemar Lowe in Classic City Championship Trivia.
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Gallery: 53rd Classic City Championship
by Krista Shumaker October 5, 2019On Oct 4, the Clarke Central High School Gladiators defeated the Cedar Shoals High School Jaugars (34-10)
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Gallery: Clarke Central High School first faculty breakfast
by Gerardo Navarro October 4, 2019Clarke Central High School social studies department teacher Karen LaRosa, along with the social studies department, hosted the monthly First Friday Faculty Breakfast for CCHS teachers and staff on Oct. 4.
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53rd Classic City Championship package
by Owen Donnelly October 3, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will compete against town rival, Cedar Shoals High School, on Oct. 4 at Waters-Wilkins Stadium.
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The Clarke Central High School Future Farmers of America chapter is developing the Green School Program during the 2019-20 school year.
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The Clarke Central High School softball team has begun preparation for their upcoming competitions at the regional level.
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Community building circles have become a new addition to Clarke Central High School since the start of the 2019-20 school year.
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CCHS vs. Johnson High School varsity volleyball preview
by Andrew Robinson September 30, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity volleyball team will play at Johnson High School against the knights on Oct. 1.
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Clarke County School District Board of Education discuss legal counsel for AdvancED complaint
by Maya Cornish September 30, 2019The Clarke County School District Board of Education called for a special meeting to be held on Sept. 26 at the Athens Community Career Academy to further discuss their role regarding the AdvancED complaint.
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The Clarke Central High School 10th grade English department has begun to implement academic circles into the 10th-grade literature curriculum.
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Clarke Middle School Principal Christopher Pendley has taken the place of former CMS Principal Tad MacMillan who retired after the 2018-19 school year.
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Clarke Central High School JROTC Raiders are set to compete against local high schools at Cedar Shoals High School on Sept. 28.
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On Sept. 20, a global climate strike was organized to address the inaction of government officials against climate change.
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On Spet. 19th, the ODYSSEY Media Group and Journalism 1 class attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association at the Classic Center in Downtown Athens, Ga.
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American rapper Post Malone released his third album, “Hollywood’s Bleeding” on Sept. 6. The album maintains Malone’s unique style of rapping but brings a different trap-pop vibe to the songs.
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Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School media specialist Shona Foster has an ambitious schedule planned for the 2019-2020 school year.
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For the 2019-20 school year, the Clarke Central High School Future Farmers of America chapter plans to put into place many new initiatives.
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Clarke Central High School Women and Gender Studies club president Erin Bothe talks about her club’s values, goals and plans for the club in the 2019-20 school year.
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The ODYSSEY Media Group attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association fall conference on Sept. 19 at The Classic Center.
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On Sept. 21, the Clarke Central High School cross country team will participate in the Aubrae Gunderson Invitational in memoriam of late teen cross country runner Aubrae Gunderson.
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Gallery: 2019 iliad Creative Writing Celebration
by Krista Shumaker September 19, 2019Clarke Central High School’s iliad Literary-Art Magazine recognized published content creators at its Creative Writing Celebration on Sept. 18.
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The Clarke Central High School Bass Fishing season begins on Sept. 15 with the team going to Lake Lanier for the early bird opening– a tournament hosted by the Georgia High School Fishing association.
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CCHS vs. Lanier High School varsity football preview
by Owen Donnelly September 18, 2019On Sept. 20, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play at Lanier High School.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity and JV volleyball team are hosting a powderpuff tournament as a fundraiser for the team on Sept. 17.
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Directed by Gene Stupnitsky, the movie “Good Boys” hit theatres on Aug. 16. The film follows the journey of three sixth-grade boys as they navigate middle school, popularity and doing what’s right. Photo Fair Use of Universal Pictures
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Visuals staffer Luna Reichert reflects on her struggles with low-self esteem and how she is learning to overcome it.
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As the Clarke Central High School softball team dives deeper into the season, they work to meet new head varsity softball coach Alex Holmes’ goals and expectations for the year.
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The Clarke Central High School Army JROTC Gladiator Battalion held the annual 9/11 Ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at CCHS.
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Clarke Central High School’s JROTC program will host its annual ceremony on Sept. 11 to recognize the tragic events of the September 11 attacks in 2001.
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Clarke Central High School junior Micah Shannon moved to Athens in the fifth grade and now finds a community at Active Climbing.
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Gallery: CCHS vs. Flowery Branch varsity football
by Krista Shumaker September 9, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity football team lost to Flowery Branch High School 0-38 in the Billy Henderson Stadium on Sept. 6.
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“IT Chapter Two”, which was released on Sept. 6, had lots of potential, but ultimately failed to live up to it’s predecessor.
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Twenty-two-year-old Central Methodist University free safety Toni Harris represents a future where female football players are encouraged to follow their dreams.
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After moving from his home-state of California to Athens for his final year of high school, Clarke Central High School senior Andrew Nguyen has learned to embrace the unfamiliarity of the Southern culture that surrounds him.
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Business Staffer Isaac Ramirez reflects on his love for riding his bike.
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Variety staffer Andrew Robinson reflects on the positive relationship he shares with his brother, Alexander Robinson.
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Built around core values of sustainability, Eden’s Café is a newly-opened plant-based addition to Athens, Georgia at 1660 W. Broad St. The café offers a changing menu sprinkled with locally-sourced and organic ingredients.
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News staffer Audrey Enghauser started school at Clarke Central High School last fall after attending a small private school for most of her life.
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Gallery: CCHS vs. Oconee County varsity football
by Luna Reichert August 31, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Oconee County High School 28-21 in the Billy Henderson Stadium on Aug. 30.
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Breaking News: Board of Education discusses misconduct complaint
by Maya Cornish August 30, 2019The Clarke County School District Board of Education called for a special meeting on Aug. 29 at the Athens Community Career Academy to discuss the AdvancED complaint regarding select members of the BOE.
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Q&A: Foreign language department teacher Christian Cordón
by Audrey Enghauser August 29, 2019New foreign language department teacher Christian Cordón reflects on his background and shares his experience with teaching at Clarke Central High School thus far.
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Many high school graduates feel pressure to attend college and get four-year degrees instead of choosing viable alternative paths.
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More high school girls should consider applying to women’s colleges due to the educational environment and academic preparation they provide students.
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Although not a perfect solution, restorative justice initiatives are a positive step forward for the Clarke County School District.
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The Clarke Central High School cross country team will participate in the North Georgia Championship Meet on Aug. 24.
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Sports Editor Alexander Robinson explores how his racial makeup has influenced his social life.
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During the summer, Clarke Central High School Assistant Principal Latinda Dean officially joined the CCHS Administrative Team.
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Nick Miller, also known by his stage name ILLENIUM, released his third studio album “ASCEND” on Aug. 16.
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Members of the Clarke Central High School varsity football team hope to build off the progress of the 2018 season.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity cheer team will begin their season on Aug. 23 at the varsity football game against Winder-Barrow High School.
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CCHS vs. Winder-Barrow High School varsity football preview
by Owen Donnelly August 21, 2019On Aug. 23, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play Winder-Barrow High School at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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CCHS Volleyball vs. Athens Academy
by Elena Webber August 14, 2019The Clarke Central High School varsity and JV volleyball teams lost to Athens Academy on Aug. 13.
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Season three of “Glow”, released Aug. 9 on Netflix, follows the cast on its new adventure performing at a Las Vegas casino.
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During freshman orientation on August 2, rising Clarke Central High School ninth graders were exposed to the newly designed CCHS main lobby.
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Growing up in a war-ridden country, Clarke Central High School sophomore Sa Blue Wah faced many hardships as a child. After moving to the United States and adapting to her surroundings, she experienced a different set of challenges.
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At the end of the semester, Clarke Central High School English department teacher Lisa Hill will part ways with the school and venture to Chicago where she will start the next chapter of her life.
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Following the end of the 2019 track and field season, coaches and runners say the team had a successful season.