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Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.

The Clarke Central High School boys and girls varsity basketball teams played the Washington High School varsity basketball teams on Feb. 3 at CCHS in the New Gym.

Clarke Central High School students and teachers predict the outcomes of the 2018 Super Bowl game.

The Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer coach and players expect an intense and successful season, kicking off their season on Feb. 2 with their first game against Shiloh High School.

On Jan. 27, there was a drill competition at Elbert County High School where the Clarke Central High School’s JROTC team placed second in a competition of 15 teams.

The Clarke Central High School track and field team has begun practicing for the upcoming season with new recruits and first-year runners.

Clarke Central High School parents and students gathered in room 164 on Jan. 25 to hear an informational about a trip planned by art teacher Jessica Shelden.

Clarke Central High School junior Bria Echols writes about her younger brother and how they were seperated for a year.

Broadcast Editor Kelly Fulford spent a day with work-based learning student Dylan Gavron at his internship through the University of Georgia Department of Physics. Fulford filmed as Gavron took her on a tour of his work space and day-to-day life as an intern at UGA. Gavron is just one of the many students at Clarke Central High School involved with the work-based learning program.

Broadcast staffer Owen Churchwell filmed freshmen Maggie Thompson and Tomas Dougan during their weekly rock climbing sessions at Active Climbing in Athens, Georgia.

On Jan. 27, four Clarke Central High School students found out they would advance to the final round of Governor’s Honors Program.
Hover over the collage to read about each of the students and their area of interest.

On Jan. 26, the Clarke Central High School swim team faced off against teams from Oconee High School, North Oconee High School, Cedar Shoals High School and other surrounding schools. Prior to the meet, seniors from each team were recognized.

Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment classes are available for Clarke Central High School students in grades 9-12 and on Jan. 25, these courses were advertised at CCHS.

The Federal Communications Commission voted to repeal net neutrality rules on Dec. 14 which could affect students and residents of the Clarke County School District.

The repeal of net neutrality on Dec. 14 poses scary possibilities for citizens of Athens.

Encouraging students to study STEM and placing academic emphasis on STEM classes is a step in the right direction.

Drake’s first releases of 2018, “God’s Plan” and “Diplomatic Immunity,” leave more to be expected from the Toronto-based rapper.

The Clarke Central High School boys varsity basketball team had eight seniors graduate from the program after the 2017-18 school year and is working on rebuilding the team.

The Clarke Central High School girls varsity basketball team played the Cedar Shoals High School girls varsity basketball team on Jan. 20 in the New Gym at CCHS.

The Clarke Central High School boy and girls junior varsity basketball teams played the Cedar Shoals High School junior varsity basketball teams on Jan. 20 in the New Gym at CCHS.

Clarke County School District closed all schools on Jan. 17 and 18 due to a winter weather advisory. Students and faculty are feeling the effects of the days off.

After playing together for six years, Clarke Central High School seniors Aaliyah Hall, Jayla Barnett and Isis Hutchens will play in their final season as Lady Gladiators.

Better translation services are necessary and needed within the Clarke County School District community.

The Colleges in Your Backyard Event took place on Jan. 14 at the University of Georgia.

Several people have announced candidacy for Congress to represent the Georgia 10th district, including University of Georgia philosophy professor Richard Dien Winfield.

A Battle of the Bands was held on Jan. 13 at the 40 Watt Club to benefit the Cedar Shoals High School Journalism Program.

Clarke Central High School’s robotics team is ranked first in Georgia as they proceed to the state competition.

The 2018 Clarke Central High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, May 18 at 7 p.m. at the Stegeman Coliseum.

Prepare your children for the path, not the path for your children.

Journalism I student Cate Goldman reflects on her expectations about high school and how they compare to the reality.

With the University of Georgia Bulldogs football team having competed in the national championship, Clarke County School District administration declared Jan. 8 and 9 as “Bulldog Days”.

Sports staffer Caedmon Churchwell predicts the outcome of the National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia.

After philanthropist Oprah Winfrey received an award at the Golden Globe Awards on Jan. 7, rumors of her presidency have presented an alarming possibility for the future of America.

Journalism I student Owen Donnelly gives insight on the phone addiction epidemic.

In recent weeks, many allegations of sexual misconduct have emerged as the #MeToo movement has supported women sharing their stories.

On Dec. 31, 2017, YouTuber Logan Paul uploaded a video that sparked a conversation about profiting from offensive content online.

Clarke Central High School senior Jeffery Blakely, also known as Kxng Blanco, aims to take his rap career far into the future.

A monument to Confederate soldiers has stood in Downtown Athens for over a century, but local activists are now working to move the monument out of the city center.

Clarke Central High School alumna Stacey Scott, Curriculum Assistance Program for Students (CAPS) teacher and head varsity volleyball coach, aims to give back to the school that gave her so much.

Business staffer Emma Crane tells you what your New Year’s resolution for 2018 should be with this quiz.

Laws that prevent children and teens acquiring guns from home are necessary.

With what some may consider to be lax gun laws in the state of Georgia, the issue of gun accessibility for minors arises.

Viewpoints Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo reflects on the death of her mother and the effect it had on her.

Still recovering from a motor-vehicle accident, Clarke Central High School varsity basketball player Kendarius Watson, a senior, rejoins his team for the 2017-18 basketball season.

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s means of detaining people is often inhumane and irresponsible.

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s means of detaining bermudez people is often inhumane and irresponsible.

The ODYSSEY Media Group will be on break from Jan. 20-25.

Find out which viral Star Wars meme you are with this entertaining quiz by Co-Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano.

Clarke Central High School faced off against Cedar Shoals High School in their annual rivalry basketball game on Dec. 16 at CCHS.

The Clarke Central High School Aqua Glads competed at the Clarke Oconee Invitational on Dec. 16.

Players from 26 high schools participated in the FCA All-Star football game at 12 p.m. held at Clarke Central High School.

With a considerable immigrant population and deportation raids in Hispanic neighborhoods in Athens, Immigration and Customs Enforcement has a large effect on the Athens immigrant community.

The Clarke Central High School staff has implemented new procedures to target student tardiness.

District 117 State Representative Deborah Gonzalez met with Clarke Central High School’s Young Democrats Club.

National protests during sporting events have sparked debate and controversy at the national, state and local level about the ethics of athletes protesting during games.

Despite his controversial rise to fame and his extravagant lifestyle, social media influencer Jake Paul has positively changed Generation Z’s culture and here are three reasons why.

“Fun Run 3” was released Nov. 30, since then the app has found huge success with its new release of Arena.

The Clarke Central High School International Baccalaureate/ODYSSEY hosted a Moderated Discussion with Dr. Demond Means, Clarke County School District Superintendent, on Dec. 6.

“Wonder,” released on Nov. 17 by Lionsgate, will keep viewers engaged with great acting and dialogue that lives up to the bestselling book by R. J. Palacio it was based on.

Spotify has released individual and platform-wide data recapping 2017 through listeners’ music habits.

Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Demond Means makes Athens his new home upon his hiring as CCSD superintendent in June. Means spoke candidly to Editor-in-Chief Lucia Bermudez about his history in and passion for education as well as his aspirations as superintendent.

Bill Berry, former drummer of alternative rock band R.E.M, never planned on going into the music business until he moved to Athens, Georgia and fell in love with its vibrant music scene.

Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.

Clarke Central High School senior and Co-Editor-in-Chief Lucia Bermudez reflects on her parent’s divorce and one of the best things that has resulted from it: a new set of family members.

Singer-songwriter Willow Smith’s second album, The 1st, showcases her honest talent, intelligence and growth from her 2015 debut album Ardipithecus.

Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.

Clarke Central High School’s new foreign language department teacher, Erica Cascio, speaks on her time at CCHS and how her life experiences have contributed to her variety of positions.

Sophomore sports staffer Alexander Robinson reflects on political tension surrounding Thanksgiving Break.

Clarke Central High School fine arts teacher Amanda Price’s love for nature is not only expressed by spending time outside, it is shown in her art.

Linda Glenn, CCHS’ front office secretary, tell’s Clarke Central High School students and staff “Tell somebody you love them,” every day. Broadcast staffer Lily Bruce-Ritchie decided to see what the reason behind this is and how it affects students and staff at CCHS.

Audio Visual Technology and Film instructor Michael Bosby’s A/V Tech and Film III class at the Athens Community Career Academy has only one student enrolled this semester, Clarke Central High School senior Dakarii Williams.

Sports writer Caedmon Churchwell shares his love for the University of Georgia football team.

Broadcast staffer Lily Bruce-Ritchie decided to see what students are doing with their time off from school during Thanksgiving break.

Despite the significant amount of unopened food thrown away in the cafeterias of Clarke County School District schools, the district does not allow mass collection for repurposing.

Broadcast Editor Kelly Fulford reflects on how a behavior disorder diagnosis helped her find academic confidence.

Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.

Visuals staffer Katie Grace Upchurch compiles a map of the “firsts” of the nationwide results from various elections on Nov. 7.

“Midnight Madness” serves as the kickoff to the basketball season and first public competition.

Voters in Athens cast ballots on Nov. 7 for candidates and local issues, electing two Democrats and approving a sales tax aimed at benefiting local transportation.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team fell to the Carrollton High School varsity football team on Nov. 10 for the first round of the GHSA AAAAA playoffs. The Trojans won 35-16.

After 11 years of growing and changing, the management and staff of local Athens restaurant Mama’s Boy has opened a second location just four miles from Clarke Central High School.

Journalism I Student Natalie Ripps shares how being in an interfaith family has affected her life.

The Clarke Central High School College and Career Fair gave students a chance to speak to representatives of different colleges and career fields

Clarke Central High School students in senior-level English classes took the Reading and Evidence Based Writing assessment on Oct. 31 and Nov. 2 in the cafeteria.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against Carrollton High School in the first round of the GHSA AAAAA state playoffs on Nov. 10.

Consultant at Lighthouse Counsel Houston Gaines is running for District 117 Representative for the Georgia House of Representatives in a special election held Nov. 7. Gaines answered questions with Co-Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano about his run and objectives.

On Oct. 22, the final performance for the fall session of Camp Amped took place at Nuçi’s Space, featuring several Clarke Central High School students.

Clarke Central High School varsity defensive lineman Sam Tardits, a senior who grew up playing rugby in France, immerses himself in the world of football at CCHS and is faced with choosing between the two sports he loves.

Athens attorney Deborah Gonzalez is running for District 117 Representative for the Georgia House of Representatives in a special election held Nov. 7. Gonzalez sat down for an interview with Co-Editor-in-Chief Lucia Bermudez.

For first-time attendees and conference veterans, the Georgia Scholastic Press Association fall conference offered something for all.

ODYSSEY Media Group visuals staffer Katie Grace Upchurch previews five shows and movies coming to Netflix in November.

The first Clarke Central High School Bilingual Parent Program meeting was held on Oct. 24 in Room 229, where the group brainstormed and discussed what future meetings will consist of.

Broadcast staffer Lily Bruce-Ritchie asks students what their Halloween plans are.

Co-Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano examines the detrimental effects of racial “colorblindness.”

Broadcast staffer Lily Bruce-Ritchie compiles five last minute Halloween costumes to try out for the spooky holiday.

The annual Wild Rumpus Parade and Spectacle will be held on Oct. 28, with a number of other Halloween themed events taking place over the course of the weekend.

With everyone’s favorite spooky holiday around the corner, take this quiz by iliad Literary-Art…

The war of words between Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump is irresponsible and dangerous, and could have catastrophic consequences.

State representative of House District 118 Spencer Frye came to a meeting of Clarke Central High School’s Young Democrats.

Clarke Central High School is hosting a book drive during the month of October for Books for Keeps.

Athletes must remember good sportsmanship, even when things go wrong on the field.

The Clarke Central High School band held its first concert of the year on Oct. 19 in the Mell Auditorium.

The 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s ceremony was held at Clarke Central High School on Oct. 21. The event had over 800 participants.

The sixth annual Latin@Fest was held on Oct. 21 at Creature Comforts to celebrate the cultural heritage of the Athens Latino community.

The money raised in the Clarke County School District’s Future Farmers of America Alumni Boston butt fundraiser will be put towards scholarship opportunities for program activities.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against Region 8-AAAAA opponent Flowery Branch High School at the McConnell-Talbert Stadium on Oct. 20.

The Athens Regional Library, located at 2025 Baxter Street, is hosting festive and fun events for teens through the month of October. Compiled by Mackenzie Caudill.

Managing Editor Delia Adamson shares her experience with Personal Learning Devices.

The Netflix-original series “American Vandal” is a brilliant high school based satire of the true-crime shows Netflix is known for. It’s like the “Degrassi” edition of “Making a Murderer”.

For 65 years, Wilson’s His and Hers Styling Shop has witnessed drastic changes over the past 65 years it’s been open that Hot Corner and all of Athens has undergone.

ODYSSEY Media Group visuals staffer Katie Grace Upchurch runs through six current LGBTQ singers and musicians in honor on October being LGBTQ History Month.

Viewpoints writer Sam Mattern-Parkes reflects on having a British father and the experience it brings.

Clarke Central High School Principal Marie Yuran started a monthly program of recognition for students who have been nominated by their teachers as “champions.”

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team faced Region 8-AAAAA opponent Johnson High School in CCHS’ eighth game of the season.

Clarke Central High School held its Fall Sports Senior Night on Oct. 13 during its game against Johnson High School. Senior athletes and their families were recognized.

The Clarke Central High School administrators held their second “Champion Chat” with juniors on Oct. 10 in the Lecture Hall with a total of three juniors in attendance.

Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled to take place at Clarke Central High School from Oct. 11-13.

Newly appointed Clarke Central High School counselor Angelia Bruce talks about her experiences as a counselor, and her transition from working for Madison County High School to beginning her job at Clarke Central High School one month into the school year.

The ABC comedy series “The Mayor”, which aired its first episode on Oct. 3, is full of good humor and relatable characters, in spite of a somewhat weak plot.

An Oconee County publication unfairly pats Oconee County schools on the back at the expense of the Clarke County School District.

Clarke Central High School’s Homecoming Dance was held on Oct. 7 in the James Crawford Memorial Arena at 7:00 P.M.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team played the Loganville High School varsity football team on Oct. 6 for their annual homecoming game. CCHS came out on top with an end score of 49-21 Gladiators.

The Clarke Central High School Gladiators took on the Loganville High School Red Devils in Billy Henderson Stadium on Oct. 6.

Clarke Central High School’s Homecoming Court took place during halftime of the CCHS vs. Loganville High School football game. Senior Karla Dougan was named Homecoming Queen.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against the Loganville High School Red Devils at Billy Henderson Stadium on Oct. 5.

Co-editor-in-chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano and Viewpoints writer Sam Mattern-Parkes have opposing opinions on whether graduating early is the best option for students.

Broadcast Editor Kelly Fulford and Sports Staffer Alexander Robinson interview Clarke Central High School students about the Homecoming Dance, which will take place on Oct. 7, in this edition of Man on the Street.

Viewpoints Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo believes that teens should get their driver’s licenses early on.

Envision Athens held an open house for their recently unveiled draft Action Agenda at Clarke Central High School on Sept. 28.

ODYSSEY Media Group Designer Katie Grace Upchurch previews five shows and movies coming soon to Netflix.

Viewpoints staffer Madeleine Ingle shares the legacy of being a pianist in her family.

Hannah Dunn-Grandpre is a Clarke Central High School and ODYSSEY Media Group alumna. Grandpre recapped her time with the ODYSSEY Media Group and paid CCHS a visit on Aug. 23, 2017.

The Clarke Central High School administrators held their first “Champion Chat” with seniors on Sept. 26. in the Lecture Hall.

The Clarke Central High School Gladiators defeated the Cedar Shoals High School Jaguars 48-7 in the 51st Classic City Championship on Sept. 22.

The Clarke Central High School Gladiators varsity football team will face off against in-town rivals, the Cedar Shoals High School Jaguars, at Billy Henderson Stadium on Sept. 22.

The Clarke Central High School softball team held a ceremony to recognize their nine graduating seniors on Sept. 19, prior to their game against Cedar Shoals.

On Sept. 19, the Clarke Central High School volleyball team seniors were honored in a ceremony.

On Sept. 12, JibJab Media Inc. released their updated version of “JibJab Camera”, allowing readers more opportunities to personalize their pictures.

Head cheerleading coach Brooke Craft and cheerleading varsity captain Mara Woods share their thoughts on new cheerleading assistant coach Korbyn Boyd.

The Athens-Clarke County mayoral election will take place in May of 2018 and several people have already announced their candidacy including former principal of Classic City High School and Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Kelly Girtz.

Six girls see how “universal” the Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer from Rihanna’s new makeup line, Fenty Beauty, really is.

Sports staffer Caedmon Churchwell previews the Clarke Central High School varsity football team’s face off against North Oconee High School, which will take place on Sept. 15, with a By The Numbers.

Over the summer at Good Dirt Clay Studios, 13 bags of pottery made by children who attended a summer camp at the local business were stolen.

Designer Katie Grace Upchurch previews Netflix’s newest releases.

Teen Vogue has expanded its political coverage over the past year, and this coverage has been met with a mix of support and surprise.

Everyone loves a good soup! Find out what soup speaks most to you in this quiz crafted by Web Master Everett Vereen.

News Editor Jurnee Louder talks with speaker, educator and activist, Mokah Johnson, about her activist ideology and how teens can get more involved in making a difference.

After a devastating Super Bowl 51 loss to end the 2016-17 Atlanta Falcons football season, sports writer Caedmon Churchwell gives his predictions for the upcoming season.

The Clarke County School District has updated their testing retake guidelines for the 2017-18 school year.

The ODYSSEY Media Group’s literary-art magazine, the iliad, produced their 2016-17 edition this past May. With the new school year underway, the publication celebrates its work and contributors from the most recent issue.

The seventh season of “American Horror Story”, “Cult”, premiered on Sept 7, at 10 p.m on FX. Each season of the hit show has an overarching theme and unique characters that help develop the plot. Which former season are you?

“RaiseMe”, an app released on Aug. 23, offers a wide range of scholarships to students wanting to attend college.

Senior Visuals Coordinator Sunčana Pavlić breaks down four essential things to know about Hurricane Irma.

Senior Visuals Coordinator Sunčana Pavlić breaks down four essential things to know about Hurricane Harvey.

Pastor Edward Bolen hosted the the first Five Points Food Truck Party at the Milledge Avenue Baptist Church, on Aug. 19.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team acquired their second win of the regular season, coming up with a 42-14 win against Gainesville High School on Sept. 1.

Newly-appointed head cross country coach Alex Holmes joins the Clarke Central High School athletic department after coaching at Apalachee High School for thirteen years.

In an email shared with Clarke Central High School staff and parents on the morning of Aug. 29, it was stated that a CCHS teacher resigned due to inappropriate texts they shared with a student.

Three women stand in a New York City subway station, dressed in floor-length gowns. As the train rushes in, the three women grab hands and scream as it whips by. This is just one of the wonderfully unique scenes to be found on “The Bold Type”.

Maryann Sullivan was hired as Clarke Central High School’s media specialist to replace former Media Specialist Kacy Tedder who took a position at Jefferson High School during summer break.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team hosted the Oconee County High School Warriors in their second regular season game on Aug. 25.

Disney will be releasing a live-action Aladdin movie in 2019, and one casting choice is reminiscent of the problems with the original.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team came up with a win against the Oconee County Warriors on Aug. 25.

Season three of Adult Swim’s “Rick and Morty” is in full swing! Find out which character you’re most like with this fun and not-at-all pointless quiz by sports staffer Alexander Robinson!

Despite having a decent cast, the Netflix original “Naked,” released Aug. 11, is full of untapped potential, making it feel quite lacking — almost “naked.”

Clarke Central High School teachers, faculty and students share their reactions to the protests in Charlottesville, Va. that took place Aug. 11-12.

Glad Time is discontinued as of the 2017-18 school year and has been replaced with a reformatted, weekly Advisement class.

Over 1,300 students, faculty and staff at Clarke Central High School were able to watch the solar eclipse from Billy Henderson Stadium on Aug. 21. Here is a photo essay documenting reactions to the event compiled by Director of Audience Engagement Olivia Ripps.

Singer/songwriter R.LUM.R, released his debut extended play record “AFTERIMAGE” on Aug. 11, in which he sings with emotion and showcases his raw talent through a broad range of genres.

Clarke Central High School students, teachers and faculty observed the solar eclipse from the Billy Henderson Stadium on Aug. 21. Attendees were provided with glasses to protect their eyes from the sun and popsicles, provided by the CCHS staff.

The 2017-18 softball season, which is April Croft’s fourth season as head softball coach, is underway and the team has high hopes for the rest of the season.

The movie “Dunkirk,” released July 21, explores the historical event of the Dunkirk evacuation in a manner unlike most war movies, but still delivers a powerful performance, despite it’s abnormalities.

Clarke Central High School football coaches provide an outlook for the 2017-18 football season.

Clarke Central High School invited students and their parents on Aug. 17 to meet with teachers for the 2017 Open House.

Members of the Clarke County School District community had the opportunity to meet newly appointed superintendent Dr. Demond Means and learn about his visions for the future of the district.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Sidney Barnett shares about his roles as both a sneakerhead and an athlete, and the challenges he has faced throughout his life.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Hayden Partain expresses his personality through his love for magic.

Viewpoints Editor Katy Mayfield urges guys who genuinely care about women to use their access in exclusively male spaces to steer their friends away from coercion and assault.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team held a preseason scrimmage against Jefferson County High School at Billy Henderson Stadium on Aug. 10.

Broadcast Editor Kelly Fulford and the ODTV team interviews Principal Marie Yuran about the 2017-18 school year, showcases the growing student body and compiles student-submitted first day photos in the first broadcast piece of the year.

The Clarke County School District’s entire staff for all 21 schools came together at the Classic Center on Aug. 1 to kick-off the 2017-18 school year.

The Clarke Central High School head football coach, David Perno, and two CCHS football players, Elijah Smith and Jack Mangel share their goals and expectations for the upcoming 2017 season.

Head baseball coach Trey Henson announced his resignation to the team on June 19.

On May 16, Clarke Central High School seniors, parents and community members gathered in Mell Auditorium to reflect on the experiences of the Class of 2017.

The Clarke Central High School orchestra will hold its last concert of the year on May 15 at 7 p.m. in Mell Auditorium.

Viewpoints Editor Katy Mayfield is sick of the phrase “I’m not like most girls.”

Dr. Demond Means was recently appointed as the Clarke County School District’s new superintendent and will officially begin the position on July 10. Means is currently the superintendent of the Mequon-Thiensville School District in southeast Wisconsin.

Clarke Central High School freshman Joseph Conaway, a member of the CCHS cross country and track team, reflects on his season and sets goals for the future.

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

Seven years after the release of “Persona 4,” Atlus finally released the strikingly stylish “Persona 5,” and it certainly did not disappoint.

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

On April 28, Clarke Central High School’s teacher and paraprofessional of the year were announced.

The Georgia Department of Education recently released the College and Career Ready Performance Index scores for the 2015-16 school year. Some experts question the accuracy of the state’s measure of student performance.

Staff writer Coles Ehlers shines a light on CCHS artists.

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

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

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

Clarke Central High School principal Marie Yuran sits in front of CCHS. Before Yuran…

With a low turnout of International Baccalaureate personal projects turned in this year, Clarke Central High School teachers work to make it a more positive assignment for students in the future.

All his life substitute teacher Edward Stephens has followed his love of history wherever it takes him: from the University of Georgia to the jungles of Ethiopia and Vietnam.

The Boybutante AIDS Foundation facilitated a week long series of events leading up to the 27th annual Boybutante Ball, a drag showcase to benefit individuals living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and autoimmune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Comparing Latinas to hot foods casting them in stereotypical roles is harmful in more ways than one.

Rapper Kendrick Lamar returns with his fourth studio album, “DAMN.” released on April 14, showing that Lamar is blessed with the Midas Touch.

Teen Matters is a teen health program for high school-aged students with locations at both Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School to provide health services confidentially. The program could be affected by President Donald Trump’s planned Department of Health and Human Services budget cuts.

Clarke Central High School senior Chris Ortuno has been impacted by soccer, a sport he has grown a passion for.

Managing Editor Sophie Fernandes has learned to see life through a lens after finding a passion for photojournalism.

Sophomore staff writer Bria Echols writes about her first experience with trapeze at Canopy Studio.

Junior Cade Ivy repairs things — at first engines, and more recently, hydraulic pumps. For years, he has loved doing this, and he hopes to continue in years to come.

Staff writer Crystal Fox’s dad left 12 years ago, but didn’t realize that he took more than just a suitcase.

The lack of timely attendance to first-period classes during the 2016-17 school year may result in changes implemented during the 2017-18 school year.

Maria Somilleda is the captain of the varsity girls soccer team at Clarke Central High School. Somilleda has made strives to improve her soccer skills over the past few years.

On April 14, the Clarke Central High School Prom was held at the Cotton Press.

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

The Clarke County School District’s county-wide WiFi network “CCSD Net” has been replaced with “ClarkeSchools-Secure” in order to free up the formerly crowded network.

With the 2017 golf season coming to a close, the Clarke Central High School golf team reflects on both the positives and negatives in only having four participants.

“Lake Coloring”, a virtual coloring book, is a unique game for users to express themselves, show off their artistic abilities and reduce their stress levels, but it is only good while it lasts.

Four Clarke Central High School student athletes committed to an athletic career at the collegiate level on April 12 in the Gladiator Gallery.

Business Education Teacher Paulette Johnson has taught in the Clarke County School District for 25 years, and will be retiring at the conclusion of the 2016-17 school year.