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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.

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.

Following the end of the 2019 track and field season, coaches and runners say the team had a successful season.

Clarke Central High School English department teachers get in their holiday spirit by donning…

Variety Staffer Nicole Ramos shares how the loss of her mother affected her and how she has learned to heal from it.

Career Technical and Agricultural Education department teacher Jillian Bryant got married during winter break and looks back on her wedding.

Clarke Central High School scheduler and instructional math coach Summer Smith enjoys the challenge of creating a schedule for students at CCHS.

Clarke Central High School students, faculty and parents attended the 2019 Senior Decision Day on April 22.

On April 30, community members gathered in the Clarke Central High School media center for the Día de los niños event.

June is LGBTQ+ pride month, celebrate it with these four movies and shows, all available on Netflix.

Clarke Central High School sophomore and JROTC platoon first sergeant Hayyah De Lane is awarded a $1250 scholarship by the National Association of Black Accountants.

Clarke Central High School junior Alexander Robinson and CCHS freshman Connor Allen discuss the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe after “Avengers: Endgame” — spoiler-free.

Four students from Clarke Central High School were the winners at various levels for the 2019 Young Georgia Authors competition.

Clarke Central High School senior Stephen Cofer prepares to bat against Cedar Shoal High…

Sophomore podcaster Ava Adamson sits down to talk about the Clarke Central’s chapter of Christian Athletes with Aaron Cavin on April 18.

Journalism 1 student Maggie Kelleher shares her experiences transitioning from Burney-Harris- Lyons Middle School to Clarke Central High School.

Clarke Central High School Director of Bands and fine arts department co-chair Dr. Robert…

Podcast staffer Ava Adamson talks about her love for fish and how they have impacted her life.

Clarke Central High School alumnus and former Apalachee High School head softball coach Alex Holmes will continue his career as the new CCHS head softball coach.

Sophomore Emilyn Zapata moved to the United States to start her freshman year at Clarke Central High School. Her strong sense of optimism has carried her through the difficult transition.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Rio Foster plays in the CCHS varsity baseball game against region opponent Walnut Grove High School on March 28. Heading into the game CCHS head varsity baseball coach Adam Osborn believed that the team was prepared to secure a victory. “We don’t have any dead spots in the line up and I like the way the guys are focused. I’ve never seen this group of guys this focused before,” Osborne said. Photo by Krista Shumaker

As the Clarke Central High School fine arts department prepares for the upcoming spring production of “High School Musical,” held in the Mell Auditorium from May 2-4, participants work to adjust to final changes in the cast before the showcase.

The Clarke Central High School track and field team has grown in size since coach Justin Jones became the head track and field coach.

Business Manager Emma Crane reflects on important moments spent with her older brother, and 2015 Clarke Central High School graduate Ethan Crane.

The Clarke Central High School boys and girls varsity soccer teams played their senior night game against Commerce High School on April 18th.

Eden Bodyworks coconut shea and peppermint tea tree hair care products provide moisturizing natural hair products that can help make caring for people’s natural hair easier.

Podcasters Ava Adamson and Tecoya Richardson discuss their favorite teen slasher movies.

The Clarke Central High School Jazz Band will be participating in Jazz Large Group Performance Evaluation at East Jackson Comprehensive High School on April 18.

Gifted Minorities Achieving, a student-led organization at Clarke Central High School, works to support and bring together minority students.

The Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer team played Cedar Shoals High School on April 13 in Death Valley.

Journalism I student Natalie Schliekelman writes about her relationship with a friend who moved from Athens to Atsugi, Japan.

In anticipation of the eighth and final season of HBO’s “Game of Thrones”, take this personality quiz to determine which GoT character you are!

Counseling secretary Helina Jorge, who has held the position since January of the 2018-19 school year, shares how she feels about her transition to Clarke Central High School.

The captivating new mystery novel “Two Can Keep a Secret” by Karen McManus is a thriller that readers will not want to put down.

Fourteen Clarke Central High School teachers have been nominated for awards from the Foundation for Excellence in Public Education.

The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government recently established an 11-member Mayor’s Youth Commission that will engage high schoolers with local government and community service opportunities.

On April 9, members of the ODYSSEY Media Group attended the Georgia Scholastic Press Association Spring Workshop and Awards banquet at the University of Georgia’s Georgia Center.

Variety Staffer Nicole Ramos composes a letter to her home country, The Dominican Republic, expressing how she feels after her recent visit.

Clarke Clarke High School 2012 graduate Andre Robinson talks about his journey to working for the Los Angeles Clippers basketball team and being named a member of Front Office sports Rising 25.

After a 34-year career working in schools, Clarke Central High School Assistant Principal Dr. Sheila Dunham will be retiring when her contract runs out at the end of June. Dunham shared an email announcing her retirement with the Clarke Central High School faculty on March 20.

On April 5, Clarke Central High school hosted the annual Prom dance at the Athens Cotton Press.

Clarke Central High School senior Amari Garrett, also known as LowkeyGotGame, is an up-and-coming YouTuber who is increasingly gaining followers.

Glads Rise Up! and Decision Day, two events meant to celebrate the senior class, will take place on April 22.

Clarke Central High School senior Julio Rivera has gained many skills and a passion for cooking and business through his work at his family’s restaurant, Taqueria Juaritos.

The Clarke County School District Board of Education held a board meeting at the Athens Career Academy on March 7. There were many speakers in attendance to address the board regarding community issues.

There is no benefit to keeping boys and girls on separated teams as young children.

Freshman and Journalism I student Gretchen Hinger shares her perspective on trying new things, and how she always tries her best and keeps a persistent attitude.

Alumni Cookie Dough is a cookie dough outlet located on 480 N. Thomas St. with a unique taste that brings something new to Downtown Athens.

The Pennsylvania state House of Representatives held a swearing-in ceremony for its first Muslim woman representative, but the ceremony was opened with a Christian prayer.

Captain Marvel is a hero unlike any the Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen before, making for a stellar movie and the beginning of a new era of superhero storytelling inclusivity.

The Clarke Central High School tennis teams have reached the midseason point with the boys posting an overall record of 6-1 and the girls’ record falling to 1-6.

On March 29, the Clarke Central High School boys varsity soccer team will face Johnson High School.

The Clarke Central High School varsity baseball team will play their first region home game against Johnson High School on March 22.

Pellenzania chef Paco Lopez makes paella at the Soda City Market in Columbia, South…

The State Botanical Garden of Georgia held its grand opening of the Alice H. Richards Children’s Garden on March 23.

The Clarke Central High School band program hosted one of the sites for District 14 for the Large Group Performance Evaluation on March 21-22.

The Clarke Central High School band program will be one of the sites hosting the Large Group Performance Evaluation for District 14 on March 21-22.

The Clarke Central High School Administrative Team will host community panelists on March 18 to discuss equity in Athens.

Members of the Clarke Central High School FFA chapter are preparing for the state Agricultural Communications Career Development Event on March 22 and March 23.

Southern Festivals hosted Athens’ first-ever annual St. Patrick’s Day festival in downtown Athens on March 17.

In the first edition of First Look, sports staffers AJ Carr and Zach Donegan take a closer look into the NCAA March Madness Tournament. They make predictions on who will win each game in the tournament.

Freshman and Journalism I student Isabella Johnson shares how her perspective on the goodness of people has affected her life and experiences.

On March 8, the CTAE department hosted CTAE night, a night dedicated to showcasing work done in CTAE classes.

The ODYSSEY Media Group will be on break from March 9-18.

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group joined student journalists from high schools across the Southeast in attending the annual Southern Interscholastic Press Association conference from March 1 through 3.

Clarke Central High School counselor Akua Nelson was hired as a member of the CCHS counseling team this semester.

James Washington takes a break from running his booth at a downtown street festival…

Sports staffer Zach Donegan reminisces on his football career.

Guest writer and senior Demetria Bolds shares her experience taking Multicultural Literature this year, and how it differs from other literature classes she has taken at Clarke Central High School.

Rapper Kiari Kendrell Cephus, released his solo project called “Father of 4” on Feb. 22. The album has features from a variety of hip-hop artists, is masterfully produced and proves Cephus’ worth as a solo rapper.

The Clarke Central High School track and field team will compete in their second meet of the season on Friday March 1 at North Oconee High School at 4:30 pm.

Variety Staffer Tecoya Richardson and Journalism 1 student Lilli Sams share personal stories about their grandparents.

The Clarke Central High School drama department will showcase its production of “High School Musical” in the Mell Auditorium on May 2-4.

Clarke Central High School Sophomore Sa Blue sits in the foreign language hallway on…

New York Times best-selling author Angie Thomas’ book, “On The Come Up,” was released…

Clarke Central High School hosted its fourth Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Night of the year on Feb. 26 in the CCHS Media Center.

Clarke Central High School variety staffer Tecoya Richardson talks with retired Athens Housing Authority Board of Directors Chairman Charlie Maddox as he shares his insight on Black History Month.

Journalism 1 student Connor Allen shares his belief that we should eat the crust first.

To commemorate Black History Month, ODYSSEY Media Group reporters conducted interviews with Black Athenians. They share their lived experiences of Black History.

The Clarke Central High School tennis teams played its first match on Feb. 5. against Morgan County High School. This week, they are preparing for their next match against Buford High School on Feb. 28.

Clarke Central High School English department teacher Meghan McNeeley is teaching the Multicultural Literature/Composition class with a focus on Holocaust literature and history.

The Clarke Central High School varsity girls soccer team played against Oconee County High School on Feb. 22.

The ODYSSEY Media Group Variety Staff continues their journey across the Classic City in search of the best tacos Athens has to offer.

Podcaster Ava Adamson reads a letter written to her younger self on February 19.

After months of pre-season conditioning, members of the Clarke Central High School track and field team attended their first practice on Jan. 15.

Since the University of Georgia discovered the buried remains of numerous enslaved people during the renovation of Baldwin Hall, there has been extensive community dialogue about the issue.

On Jan. 22, National Art Honors Society students Avery Ray and Clare Wislar both had artwork accepted into the Georgia Art Education Association’s All State Art Symposium, hosted by Columbus State University.

“The Fork, the Witch and the Worm,” the long-awaited addition to Christopher Paolini’s “Inheritance Cycle,” is disappointingly short and does not live up to fans’ expectations.

Sophomore Andrew Robinson recollects on the seven months he spent in Germany when he was 10 years old. It was a tough experience for Robinson, but worth it.

Journalism I student Natalie Schliekelman talks about her new motivation to make a difference in the world around her after attending the 2019 Holmes-Hunter lecture.

The Clarke Central High School band program is preparing for the Pre-Large Group Performance Evaluation, which will take place on Feb. 21.

Clarke Central High School Journalism I student Audrey Enghauser shares her story about how her passion for playing the flute has developed over the last four years.

Clarke Central High School first-year English department teacher Grace Brownlee was one of the first in her family to experience college outside of Athens. Following her years at Kennesaw State University, Brownlee returned with hopes of implementing her newly developed skills and perspectives.

After placing 3rd in the Georgia High School Mock Trial Northeast Georgia Regional Competition, the Clarke Central High School Mock Trial team will continue to the district level on Feb. 23.

Clarke Central High School assistant swim coach Sean Gillan was aiming for the 1984 Olympics as a swimmer but had surgery for a nerve ablation in his left shoulder, which prevented him from competing.

On Jan. 10 at a Clarke County School District Board of Education meeting, the president of the board and District four representative Jared Bybee announced that Vernon Payne, District 2 representative had formally resigned from his seat on the board.

Junior Melody Morgan was accepted to the Georgia Music Educators Association All-State Band, which will take place from Feb. 28 to March 2 at the Classic Center in Athens.

Sex Education, a raunchy Netflix original released Jan. 11, negotiates social issues through the eyes of high schooler Otis Milburn, the unofficial sex therapist of his peers.

The Clarke Central High School varsity soccer teams will face off against the Madison County High School varsity soccer teams on Feb. 8.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Anaiah Aziabor’s love for music is encouraged by her biggest musical influences: her parents.

The Clarke Central High School varsity Lady Glads played their first game of the season against Lumpkin County at CCHS on Feb. 2.

With their second competition of the year on Feb. 23, Clarke Central High School social studies department teacher Kalli James-Wyrick is excited for her second year as a teacher-coach on the CCHS Mock Trial team.

The Clarke Central High School Mock Trial team will attend their first competition of the year on Feb. 2.

A fifth addition to the Clarke Central High School Counseling Team will be hired this semester, to help counselors meet the needs of an increasing student body population.

Journalism I student Samaiyah Ra’aid shares her experiences of being the youngest child , how she and her siblings’ interact and how their personalities work along with one another.

The Cedar Shoals High School journalism program, the Cedar BluePrints Magazine, hosted the second annual Battle of the Bands fundraiser at the 40 Watt Club in Downtown Athens on Jan. 19.

Three new members have been elected to the Clarke County School District Board of Education: Dr. LaKeisha Gantt, Dr. Tawana Mattox and Dr. Kara Dyckman. Each will serve a four-year term on the BOE.

The Clarke Central High School boys varsity basketball team played Buford High School on…

A signing reception was held for Clarke Central High School senior varsity wrestler Me’Shai Coleman on Jan. 16 in the Gladiator Gallery.

The East and West sides of Athens came together at Clarke Central High School on Jan. 5 for a basketball extravaganza.

On Dec. 16, 2018, 2014 Clarke Central High School alumnus James Quinton Lumpkin, V passed away. He was remembered by his high school journalism adviser at his celebration of life on Dec. 20, 2018.

The Marie Lu “Warcross” sequel, “Wildcard,” is an interesting book, but it does not quite live up to its predecessor.

Over the course of his life, Clarke Central High School junior Re’al Pogue has overcome struggle after struggle, and through it all, music has been his outlet.

Clarke Central High School junior Tecoya Richardson and sophomore Ava Adamson host the second episode of their podcast “That’s a Wrap” with junior Amir Warren and senior Zachary Donegan about their favorite holiday movies and traditions.

The ODYSSEY Media Group will be on break from Dec. 23 — Jan. 6

As the only girl on the wrestling team, freshman Isabella Miller is constantly working to prove her ability.

The 2018 midterm elections offered insights for Democrats about running in the South.

Sophomore Roxanne Domizi reflects on her lifelong struggle with anxiety and her journey to getting better.

Members of local non-profit, Strong Girls Serve, gathered at Avid Bookshop to listen to a panel of female athletes speak on their passions and empower the girls in the audience to strive towards their goals.

Clarke Central High School senior Andrea Aramburo is an American citizen with deep Colombian roots.

Newly eligible voters do not makeup enough of the voting population, despite the fact that they are the most affected by future changes in politics.

Romantic sci-fi graphic novel “On a Sunbeam” was published Oct. 2 by American cartoonist Tillie Walden.

Managing Editor Elena Gilbertson Hall breaks down the most outstanding albums of 2018.

Clarke Central high school junior Tecoya Richardson and sophomore Ava Adamson host their first podcast episode of “That’s a Wrap” with junior Kevin Gresham about his music preferences.

With college application and scholarship deadlines quickly approaching, Senior Copy Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo shares five ways seniors can make the process a little easier.

Viewpoints writer Maya Cornish shares her experience with a Russian family and the stereotypes that sometimes go along with it.

Clarke Central High School freshman Gretchen Hinger reflects on the lesson learned from the challenges of her new puppy.

The pressures and expectations of adolescent life can cause intense stress in many teens. Schools have a moral obligation to address and educate students on stress management.

Infographic by Ana Aldridge ODYSSEY Media Group Co-Editor-in-Chief Ana Aldridge shares five activities in…

Clarke Central High School senior Caedmon Churchwell talks about his experience trying to manage his time as a student-athlete.

As cold weather becomes prohibitive for outdoor exercise, it is crucial one continues to stay healthy. These five easy workouts can be done in any setting, at any time.

After student teaching for one semester at Clarke Central High School, Emily Costley is a first-year social studies department teacher at CCHS.

The ODYSSEY Media Group will be on break from Nov. 18-24.

In the first playoff game hosted at Clarke Central High School’s Billy Henderson Stadium since 2011, the Gladiators defeat the East Paulding High School Raiders 24-7 and advance to the third round of the state playoffs.

In the first playoff game hosted at Clarke Central High School’s Billy Henderson Stadium since 2011, the Gladiators defeat the East Paulding High School Raiders and advance to the third round of the state playoffs.

The Clarke Central High School Gladiators will face off against the East Paulding High School Raiders on Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

The Clarke Central High School JROTC Drill Team & Competitive Color Guard prepare for its 2018-19 season.

Clarke Central High School’s new cell phone policy is beneficial for the student body.

Visuals staffer Audrey Kennedy explains how she sought comfort through her art when dealing with the aftermath of her parents’ divorce.

The Clarke Central High School varsity and JV boys soccer teams started their pre-season workouts on Nov. 2.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will enter the first round of the state AAAAA playoffs on Nov. 10.

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

The newest addition to Nintendo’s Mario franchise, “Super Mario Odyssey”, has captured the hearts of Mario fans of all ages.

Sports Editor Mackenzie Caudill breaks down upcoming fall sports.

ODYSSEY Media Group News Editor Alexander Robinson examines some of the critical Senate elections of 2018.

The Georgia gubernatorial election has become a microcosm of the US political climate, and a perfect example of why more people of color and women are needed in office.

George Miller delivered his debut album “Ballads 1” under his latest persona Joji. The album was released on Oct. 26 and is filled with songs that push the boundaries of Joji’s lo-fi bedroom sound.

The Clarke Central High School Women and Gender Studies club hosted the first-ever Trunk or Treat event in the CCHS faculty parking lot on Oct. 31.

Clarke Central High School seniors, school and community chaperones stand in front of the…

Gallery by Kelly Fulford On Oct. 31 the Clarke Central High School Women and…

A voting initiative field trip is being held on Nov. 1 to encourage civic participation among eligible student voters.

Managing Editor Elena Gilbertson Hall and Senior Copy Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo share their experiences from their summer at the 2018 Governor’s Honors Program.

5 affordable Halloween costumes for you and your squad

On October 21, 41 students from the ODYSSEY Media Group attended the annual Georgia Scholastic Press Association fall conference.

The Season Three premiere of The CW Television Network teen-drama “Riverdale” was aired on Oct. 10.

Clarke Central High School Varsity and JV volleyball teams both ended their season on Oct. 2 following the teams’ loss to Buford High School and Loganville High School.

1982 Clarke Central High School alumnus and Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp is the Republican candidate in the 2018 Georgia gubernatorial race.

On Oct. 27, Clarke Central High School basketball cheerleading squad members will host the Junior Gladiator Cheer Camp at CCHS, an opportunity for children ages 5 to 13.

On Oct. 13, the ninth annual Athens LatinX festival took place on Washington St. from 12-8 p.m. with the goal of celebrating Latin culture.

Despite the cultural progress made by the #MeToo movement, the state of Georgia is…

As of the 2018-19 school year, Clarke Central High School Family Engagement Specialist Christian Barner is working to increase parent involvement in the CCHS community.

Clarke Central High School junior Nyah Carlson (middle, fourth from left) poses with fellow…

Georgia state officials, including Secretary of State Brian Kemp, have kicked hundreds of thousands of registered voters off voting rolls in an ongoing case of contemporary voter suppression.

Select teachers in the English department have begun a new phone policy beginning the 2018-19 school year in which they take cell phones as students walk through the door.

Sophomore Natalie Ripps describes her experience adjusting after her older sister left for college.

The distinction between genders in sports organizations leads to women’s sports to be viewed as less legitimate.

Clarke Central High School fine arts department teacher Christopher Simpson discusses the challenges he has faced this year as a new teacher, while serving as the CCHS assistant band director.

“The Hate U Give”, a movie directed by George Tillman Jr., premiered on Oct. 5. The movie is an accurate representation of the award-winning book by Angie Thomas.

Georgia Democratic gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams spoke to a crowd of supporters in Athens on Oct. 11 to encourage voter turnout and engagement.

According to head cross country coach and physical education teacher Steven Holmes, the Clarke Central High School varsity boys cross country team faces adversity because of their lack of ‘togetherness’.

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

Clarke Central High School Assistant Principal Dr. Linda Boza sits in her office on…

The current climate of distrust and hostility towards the media in the U.S. threatens our First Amendment right to the freedom of speech.

Paul McCartney’s new album, “Egypt Station,” is a unique concept album with an unusual mix of various musical genres.

Clarke Central High School senior cornerback Edwin Summerour stands on the CCHS football field…

Hozier, the musician behind the hit song “Take Me to Church,” released his new EP, “Nina Cried Power,” on Sept. 6. The EP, complete with four tracks, displays Hozier’s diverse musical talents.

Well known Atlanta mumble rapper Young Thug released his “On the Rvn” EP on Sept. 24 after a warrant for his arrest was been publicized two weeks earlier.

The Clarke Central High School Gladiators were defeated by their rival team, the Cedar Shoals High School Jaguars, for the first time in ten years on Sept. 28.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team played Cedar Shoals High School at home in the 52nd Classic City Championship on Sept. 28.

Gallery and cover photo by Luna Reichert The Clarke Central High School varsity volleyball…

Sports staffer Andrea Matta-Castillo compiles a decade’s worth of data from the annual Classic City Championship between the Clarke Central High School Gladiators and the Cedar Shoals High School Jaguars.

Clarke Central High School students and staff adjust to the recent increase in student body population.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play the Cedar Shoals High School varsity football team on Sept. 28. Senior Visuals Coordinator Kelly Fulford captured pre-game predictions from CCHS varsity football players and cheerleaders.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play against their cross-town rivals, Cedar Shoals High School, on Sept. 28 at Billy Henderson Stadium.

Fear, Caedmon, Gunnar and Owen Churchwell (left to right) stand in Cancun, Mexico posing…

Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CATE) department teacher Jillian Gordon helps out sophomore Ietta…

The Clarke Central High School drama department will showcase one-act plays “Appropriate Audience Behavior” and “The Lottery” in Mell auditorium on Oct. 11-13.

Early predictions on who will make the college football Division I Playoffs this coming winter.

American singer-songwriter Ariana Grande released her fourth studio album, “Sweetener” on Aug. 17. The…

The Clarke Central High School JV volleyball team plays in its second game of…

Krystian Edwards, a 2010 Clarke Central High School alumna, is the head football cheerleading coach as of the 2018-19 school year.

Gallery by Krista Shumaker, Andrea Matta-Castillo and Natalie Ripps The Clarke Central High School…

The Clarke Central High School homecoming dance will be held on Sept. 15 in the Crawford Arena, four weeks earlier than in the previous year.

The National Scholastic Press Association announced nominees for its highest honor, the Pacemaker award. Clarke Central High School’s student newsmagazine was named a nominee.

The Clarke Central High School varsity and JV volleyball teams will each play Athens Christian High School and Oconee County High School on Sept. 20.

On Sept. 11, Clarke Central High School and Athens community members stand in silence…

For the 2018-19 school year, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team expanded its academic support program for players.

The Clarke Central High School faculty and staff gathered for a tailgate before the varsity football team’s first home game.

Clarke Central High School varsity offensive lineman Kenzavion Watson runs a play in a…

For over five years, the Clarke County School District Town Hall Facebook group has been a forum for education discourse, but potential CCSD Board of Education policies pose a threat to its effectiveness.

The bass fishing season at Clarke Central High School will begin on Sept. 23 with the team competing in a tournament on Lake Lanier.

Stand-up comedians were once the leaders in a fight against censorship, but with the start of the 21st century, they stopped being funny.

As of the 2018-2019 school year, previous Gladius Advisor and Graphic Design teacher Dea Pool has moved to take over the Work Based Learning program.

The Clarke County School District implements a new logo and slogan for the 2018-19 school year.

Maepole, a new restaurant located at 1021 N. Chase St., offers good, healthy food and a convenient dining experience.

Junior Lucy Yeomans (right) and sophmore Samantha Brodrick (left) run on the track at…

Clarke Central High School Principal Dr. Swade Huff (left) and Assistant Principal Dr. Sheila…

In an email to parents, Clarke Central High School Principal Dr. Swade Huff responds to several incidents of physical altercations that took place in the school building on Aug. 29.

On August 24 the Clarke Central High School varsity football team played the Oconee County High School football team at OCHS.

Photo gallery by Katie Grace Upchurch. The official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new…

The varsity and junior varsity Clarke Central High School volleyball teams win each of their games on Thursday, Aug. 16.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team looks to improve in their upcoming season.

Sophomore Naomi Hendershot shares her dislike for the new Netflix show Insatiable, finding the acting dull and the storyline too chaotic.

Although nearly 77 percent of Clarke Central High School’s population is made up of minorities, White students comprise the majority of enrollees in AP classes.

On August 8 the Clarke Central High School football team scrimmaged T.L Hannah School in the annual CCHS preseason scrimmage.

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

Clarke Central High School head varsity football coach David Perno has made significant improvements to the CCHS football program in his first two years as coach.

In 2008, the University of Georgia founded the Georgia College Advising Corps (GCAC) in partnership with the Watson-Brown Foundation and College Advising Corps, which allows high schools across the state the opportunity to have a full-time college adviser in their school. Currently, 15 schools in Georgia have a college adviser due to the GCAC, including Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School.

During the month of May, ODYSSEY Media Group staffers and Journalism I students went out and talked to faculty and staff.  Here are their stories.  Photo essay compiled by Bria Echols and Elena Webber.

Newly appointed Clarke Central High School principal Dr. Swade Huff met with CCHS faculty and staff in the Mell Auditorium on the morning of May 23.

On May 21, former Clarke Central High School physical education teacher and Billy J. Wade was recognized at the CCHS retirement luncheon commemorating his retirement following the 2017-18 school year, after 32 years serving as a CCHS teacher and 25 years serving as a CCHS varsity boys basketball coach.

Clarke Central High School foreign language department teacher Anna Rogers was taught to believe that people who didn’t speak English had no place in our country. The transition from that girl into who she is today began in a small apartment building in her hometown.