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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.

The Clarke Central High School soccer teams beat the Cedar Shoals High School soccer teams in all four games played on April 8 at CSHS.

Clarke Central High School Student Government Association adviser Shannon Biggs reflects on her first year as the SGA adviser and what the program plans to accomplish before the 2016-17 school year comes to an end.

Clarke Central High School Principal Marie Yuran, fellow administrators and students discuss Yuran’s first year as principal and plans for the future.

Staff writer Elena Gilbertson Hall and Web Master Katie Grace Upchurch talk to author Annie Hartnett who stopped at Avid Bookshop on April 6 during her book tour for her novel, “Rabbit Cake”.

Singer-songwriter Aimee Mann returns with a quiet and acoustic album that straddles the line between bitter self-reflection and regret, while still showcasing her signature wit and charm.

Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano shares personal anecdotes about the skewed physical perception of Asian people and growing up around that.

Rising juniors and seniors from across the state received notice of their acceptance or denial for the 2017 Governor’s Honors Program.

A community forum was held at Whitehead Road Elementary School on April 3 to introduce the Clarke County School District’s final candidate for CCSD Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Demond Means, to the community.

“The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” is the newest installment to Nintendo’s “The Legend of Zelda” series. Originally announced in 2013 and set for release in 2015, it was delayed until it eventually dropped on March 3, proving itself to be well worth the wait.

Author Annie Hartnett will be visiting Avid Bookshop on April 6, to speak on the release of her first novel, “Rabbit Cake”, which came out on March 7.

Clarke Central High School varsity tennis players stretch next to the court, rackets swinging as they warm up. Today, they are focused on the match, but next year.

Social work intern Peter Pin describes the ongoing toiletry drive facilitated through the counseling office to serve students who may not have access to them at home.

On April 1, Clarke Central High School hosted the first annual school district maker faire. Clarke County School District students were able to present their creations.

Staff writer Connor McCage breaks down the top five albums of March, 2017.

Clarke Central High School hosted the Google for Education Leadership Roundtable on March 30. Educators from across the state came to observe the school and discuss technology in schools.

On March 28, the CCHS boys varsity soccer team took on Johnson High School at Billy Henderson Stadium. CCHS lost to Johnson 2-0.

“Causality” is a clever game that challenges the player by presenting complex problems that demand specific solutions.

Freshman and girls varsity soccer team member Nyah Carlson talks about how the season is going so far and what she looks forward to as the season progresses.

Web Master Katie Grace Upchurch breaks down some of the top shows and movies coming to Netflix in April.

The tale as old as time,“Beauty and the Beast,” returned as a live-action film on March 17. Although it attempts to meet the expectations of its 1991 predecessor, it lacks the energy and quirkiness of the original.

Sophomore Kiley Hanna talks with Variety Editor Jurnee Louder about what taking an art class is like, her interest in AP Art History and her artistic process.

Find out which former winner of “Rupaul’s Drag Race” you are with this quiz by staff writter Emma Crane. The ninth season of “Rupaul’s Drag Race” airs on Fridays at 8 p.m. on VH1.

UberEATS is a new food delivery service in Athens, but will it rise above existing delivery providers?

Netflix’s freshly debuted original series “Santa Clarita Diet” is packed full of humor, gore and a taste for human flesh.

The Clarke Central High School yearbook staff begins production during the summer and works to finish by March to make the yearbook as memorable as possible.

ODYSSEY Newsmagazine news staffer Prana Maldonado Collins shares how having twin half-sisters has changed her life.

Burning Sands is a Netflix original movie released on Jan. 24. This drama has comedy, tragedy and several important messages.

On March 22, the Clarke Central High School Parent Teacher Student Organization held a Zumbathon in support of teachers and students.

The Clarke Central High School bands traveled to neighboring districts to participate in Large Group Performance Evaluations and all three bands received superior ratings.

Ed Sheeran follows up his 2014 album “Multiply” with “Divide”, an album that can’t decide what it wants to be.

Broadcast staffer Kelly Fulford talks to Clarke Central High School running back coach about preperations for the 2017/2018 football season.

Clarke Central High School’s Student Government Association members are planning for the annual Powderpuff game and hope to begin recruiting for the game during the week of March 20.

The Clarke Central High School golf team will participate in the Ed Hoard Memorial Golf Tournament on March 27.

Staff writer Mackenzie Caudill revisits the topic of graffiti culture when a major, salient painting spot in Athens has plans of being torn down.

The Clarke Central High School girls varsity soccer team lost to Flowery Branch High School on March 17.

The Clarke Central High School Media Center has a quote from CCHS’ class of…

Guest speaker and award-winning author Colm Tóibín spoke Clarke Central High School on March 17 opening discussion about some of his notable works, such as “Brooklyn”.

Last track season, the Clarke Central High School boys track and field team placed second at state. This season they strive to place first.

With the NCAA Basketball tournament just getting underway, Odyssey Online staff writer Caedmon Churchwell gives his predictions on the tournament.

Clarke Central High School has been chosen to host the School Maker Faire on April 1 to showcase the creativity of Clarke County school district students.

Social studies department teacher Alex Yates assists freshman TayShaune Dowdy at Saturday School on Dec. 3. Dowdy feels Saturday School has been effective for him, and enjoys attending. “(I came to Saturday School) to pick my grades up because they were terrible,” Dowdy said. “Saturday School helps me because I can sit with a teacher who can show me how to do (my work).” Photo by Andrew Caldwell

The Clarke Central High School Media Center held Teen Tech Week from March 12-18.

Variety Editor Jurnee Louder understands you loved your mission trip to Africa, but here’s why it could be problematic.

News Editor Delia Adamson recounts her experience in attending the Georgia Basketball State Championship game on March 8.

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group traveled to Columbia, S.C. for the 2017 Southern Interscholastic Press Association conference from March 2-5.

The ODYSSEY Media Group compiled a Prom fashion preview featuring senior Ilianis Solis and staff writer Owen Churchwell. The dresses modeled were provided by David’s Bridal and tuxes were provided by Perno’s Formal Wear.

Though the robotics team did not qualify for the south super regionals competition when competing at state, they look to next year in order to improve.

Women are underrepresented and underpaid in the sports industry, let alone faced with harassment from male athletes even at the high school level.

ODTV Reporter Lorena Limongi goes to various bagel restaurants around the downtown Athens area in a Quest to find Athens’ Best Bagels.

Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School will undergo construction, which started in early February.

University of Miami fullback Marquez Williams, a 2011-12 Clarke Central High School graduate, has traveled a path that has led him to his dreams.

Blanca Lynch has been a hard worker all her life, and continues to work hard at her job as a custodian at Clarke Central High School.

Clarke Central High School seniors have the opportunity to apply for the Generation Google Scholarship.

A dessert reception was held to honor former Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Philip Lanoue for his eight years of achievement on Feb. 28.

Print Managing Editor Sophie Fernandes has struggled for years with the Scholastic Aptitude Test.

The Clarke County School District hired its 21st nurse in Jan. of 2017 resulting in each school in the county having its own nurse.

Eleventh and twelfth graders have the opportunity to act as interns in the counseling office through the application-only work-based learning for internship course.

The print variety staff searches for the best pizza in Athens, trying slices from two pizza places close to Clarke Central High School, Hungry Howie’s Pizza and Domino’s Pizza.

Clarke Central High School counselor Samuel Hicks was named the 2016-17 Clarke County School District Counselor of the Year.

Which Oscar Nominated film are you? Staff Writer Emma Crane and Web Master Katie Grace Upchurch can tell you with this quick quiz.

In light of President Donald Trump’s recent actions, which have been considered to be discriminatory to Muslims by many, members of the Athens community reflect on the impact of Islamophobia.

“The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story,” an FX mini-series, was recently released on Netflix and keeps viewers on their toes throughout the the entire season.

The Clarke Central High School girls golf team, which began its season on Feb. 13, lacks players.

The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce honored two Clarke County School District seniors who have excelled in academics, standardized testing and extracurriculars.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Coles Ehlers and a group from Emmanuel Episcopal Church went and served dinner at the Bigger Vision Homeless Shelter. While there, they met with the people and gained a new perspective on the less fortunate residents.

Over the winter break, fences were added around Clarke Central High School’s perimeter. Principal Marie Yuran discusses the future of security for CCHS and the plan to secure the school and manage student traffic.

On Feb. 17, University of Georgia professor Dr. Peggy Brickman revisited and updated the Clarke Central High School seventh period Advanced Placement Environmental Science class on the ongoing Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance Bacteria in the Environment (PARE) project.

On Feb. 5, the Atlanta Falcons squandered a 25-point lead to the New England Patriots, losing Super Bowl LI and leaving Atlanta fans disappointed for yet another year.

Although there were largely positive responses to the “A Day Without Immigrants” boycott, the hateful responses to the protest were extremely disconcerting.

A three-day gender seminar at a sustainable farm community in Karnataka, India teaches emerging farmers more progressive views on gender. Participants left with an enlightened perspective to bring home to their communities.

Clarke Central High School held a Black History Month Celebration Assembly in Mell Auditorium on Feb. 16. The assembly featured poetry readings, speeches and dance and video tributes.

Curator for the “Bittersweet Winds” exhibit Richie Plass explains the purpose of his exhibit.

To combat below-average literacy at Clarke Central High School, English department teachers Ian Altman and Christian Barner are teaching Lit/Comp 9 from a new angle.

The Clarke Central High School chamber orchestra will be performing for Black History Month Celebration which will take place on Feb. 16 in Mell Auditorium.

Four freshman boys come together to establish the band, Cheese Dream.

What kind of Valentine’s Day candy suits your personality best? Staff Writer Emma Crane and Web Master Katie Grace Upchurch can tell you with this quick quiz.

Roses are red, violets are blue, I’m not getting flowers and neither are you.

In spite of the popular belief of art being a wasted degree, the “starving artist” stereotype is just that — a stereotype.

Fire Emblem Heroes is a mobile game released by Intelligent Systems and Nintendo that is a spin-off of the Fire Emblem series. Addicting and generous to players, Fire Emblem Heroes is ideal for lovers of mobile games.

The Clarke Central High School wrestling program sent 11 wrestlers to the state tournament in Macon, Ga.

The Grammy’s finally woke up by changing their requirements for nominations and gave a new generation of artists a chance to be recognized on a national scale.

Clarke Central High School students are presented with the opportunity to take college classes at a variety of institutions. However, with the program come challenges beyond those of a regular classroom environment.

Pocket Points is an app available for free on the app store that allows participants to earn points for not being on their phones at school. Students can then spend their points on coupons for a variety of local and online businesses.

ODTV staffer Kelly Fulford shares her recipe for a pumpkin spice latte in this edition of “Kelly’s Kitchen”.

E2020 is a system designed to help students to recover credits they have not gained over the previous school year.

Ken Manring turned a 111-year old building into White Tiger Gourmet: a symbol for local artwork, events and most importantly, barbecue.

The “Education Matters Radio Show,” produced by teens, gives local youth a voice on important issues in the community.

Upward Bound, a federally funded program that serves low-income and first-generation high school students, provides Clarke Central High School students with opportunities and resources.

Clarke Central High School students have been invited to attend the University of Georgia’s APP Day on Feb. 10.

Athens’ own David C. Barrow Elementary and Chase Street Elementary Schools were recognized by the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement. Barrow received silver status and Chase Street received bronze status on the state’s list.

Staff writer Connor McCage reflects on the Apple iPhone, released 10 years ago, as it relates to landmarks in many Generation Z lives.

Clarke Central High School swimmers prepare for their state meet, which will take place on Feb. 4.

Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić has compiled four major current events worldwide that range from executive orders to cultural buzz.

Freshman Madeleine Ingle shares her mother’s battle with cancer and how it has impacted her.

The varsity boys soccer team makes adjustments after the recent region change and loss of several key players of last season.

The Electoral College has been taking power away from the people and creating unfair and illogical presidential election results since its creation in 1787.

On Feb. 1, Clarke Central High School varsity football players Zay Brown, Rico Arnold and Bryson Kearney signed to play collegiate football.

Print Writing Coach Ana Aldridge and staff writer Connor McCage offer two critical insights on “Split,” released on Jan. 20.

Broadcast staffers Lorena Limongi and Lily Bruce-Ritchie explore the community service scene at Clarke Central High School.

With over half of the team being newcomers, junior Muhammed DeLane talks about what the team is doing to kick off the 2017 Clarke Central High School boys varsity soccer team season right.

Print News Editor Delia Adamson writes a letter to her best friend and Broadcast Editor Karla Dougan, who survived a car accident on Dec. 31, 2016.

University of Georgia professor Dr. Peggy Brickman visited both Advanced Placement Environmental Science classes at Clarke Central High School to discuss an upcoming collaborative project on Jan. 17 and 18.

The Clarke Central High School Mock Trial team will present their first cases of the competition season on Jan. 28

Clarke Central High School Middle Years Program students have received mixed messages about what the true requirement is for the International Baccalaureate personal project.

The Clarke Central High School orchestra will be performing in the Georgia Music Educators Association’s Large Performance Evaluation on Feb. 28 at Cedar Shoals High School.

Print Photography Editor Zoe Peterson breaks down her top 10 songs of 2017 so far (in no particular order).

The Women’s March on Washington took place on Jan. 21, the day after the presidential inauguration and drew people from all across the country to rally and march in Washington D.C.

Clarke Central High School held a pep rally on Jan. 20 previewing their basketball game against Cedar Shoals High School. The student government association put together an array of events including the recognition of winter sports.

The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School junior varsity basketball teams faced off on Jan. 21 at CCHS.

The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School varsity basketball teams faced off on Jan. 21 at CCHS. The Lady Glads won 53-44 and the boys lost 67-57.

The Clarke Central High School tennis season for the 2016-17 school year began on Jan. 17.

Fifteen Clarke Central High School band students will attend the annual University of Georgia January High School Band Festival Jan. 19 through 22.

The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement hosted the first Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Jan. 16 featuring local community members, musicians and activists.

A “Project Runway” inspired event was held in the media center on Jan. 11 to allow students to get creative with t-shirts.

Sophomore Joel Ulloa moved to Athens, Georgia for a better education, but it has been a hard transition from Mexico to the United States.

Clarke Central High School girls soccer tryouts started on Jan. 9 and will end on Jan. 20. JV girls soccer coach Scott Moore is excited for tryouts and hopes to enter the season with a strong team.

On Jan. 9, Clarke Central High School’s soccer teams began conditioning and try-outs which were held at both Billy Henderson Stadium and in the weight room.

Across the country, activists have made plans to gather near the U.S. capitol in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 21, the day after the presidential inauguration. Members of the Athens and Clarke Central High School communities are joining the act of solidarity in support of women everywhere.

Web Master Katie Grace Upchurch complied a list of places to volunteer on Martin Luther King Day in Athens-Clarke Country.

Digital Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić complied the winners of the 74th Golden Globe Awards.

Over a week out from President-Elect Donald J. Trump’s inauguration, Print Managing Editor Sophie Fernandes reflects on the election’s blatant racism against immigrants, which she is no stranger to.

The print variety staff searches for the best donuts in Athens, testing treats from Ike & Janes Cafe and Bakery and Zombie Donuts and Coffee.

English department teacher David Ragsdale’s British Literature class had a poetry slam on Jan. 4 where students were able to share original poetry.

Clarke County revolutionized its sex ed, but the job’s not done.

Junior Davey Lapack hopes to implement her passions for reading, drawing and writing into her future plans after moving to Athens in July.

Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano compiles an interactive map of different New Year celebrations and traditions around the world.

A film with a sci-fi premise takes an intimate twist when it focuses on the experiences of two people who find each other in the middle of a malfunction on their spaceship.

Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano breaks down 2016 holiday gift ideas for friends and family.

Fundraising and payments for winter sports can look very different for some sports depending on the strategies to raise the money.

Protests against the North Dakota Access Pipeline which crosses over the Standing Rock reservation have erupted on social media and gained a tremendous amount of support.

Web Master Katie Grace Upchurch compiled maps that compare electoral and popular votes from the 2000 and 2016 presidential elections.

Juniors Cole Bonner and Jack Byrne explain the sport of fishing and the new club team at Clarke Central High School.

Staff writer Lorena Limongi reflects on her experience engaging in a week of activities hosted by Athens Running Company that were low to no cost in an attempt to learn more about living a healthy lifestyle.

In recent years, vocal fry and upspeak, generally speech trends attributed to women, have…

Clarke Central High School students had the option to participate in this year’s science fair, which was scheduled to take place no later than Dec. 9, however, there were no participants this year.

In the final stages of Clarke Central High School’s reconstruction, the James Crawford Memorial Arena has been completed. The gym is now in used for sports including basketball and indoor soccer.

Clarke Central High School upperclassmen apply for scholarships as the first semester of the 2016-17 school year comes to an end.

Mel Gibson, after his decade long absence, returns to the directing chair to deliver a war movie to rival Stephen Spielberg’s “Saving Private Ryan”.

The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School girl’s and boy’s varsity basketball teams faced off at CSHS on Dec. 10. The CCHS boy’s team lost to CSHS 73-70 while the girl’s team won 59-57.

2016 America’s Got Talent winner Grace VanderWaal’s first album offers much more than just insanely catchy tunes.

As the first semester of the 2016-17 school year ends, teachers and students reflect on the relocation of the Freshman Academy.

On Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m., Clarke Central High School will host the Fellowship of Christian Athletes All-Star Football Game.

Clarke Central High School “goes green” with new, ecologically-friendly features incorporated in the building’s renovation.

Cross-town rivals Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School basketball teams will face off on Dec. 10 and Jan. 21, 2017.

By OLIVIA RIPPS – Sports Editor With the new head varsity head coach David…

The Young Urban Farmers Program allows students to learn how to make money through farming, as well as other enrichment opportunities.

Marie Yuran was named principal of Clarke Central High School on Sept. 1. However, many students remain unaware of this position change months into the school year.

Freshman Zoey Conley-Mullis has a passion for art, which has developed over the years and become an outlet for her to express her emotions.

Enrollment at Clarke Central High School increases by more than 100 students.

Clarke Central High School senior Ty’Quashia Lattimore reflects on her time at CCHS and how her experience has shaped her to become the woman she is today.

The cancer dances around his body. It begins with a slow embrace of the colon, intertwining itself with his anatomy, becoming one. But the disease is a selfish partner, always wanting more to dance with. It begins to seduce the liver and softly cradle the lungs. Every day, is painful. Every day, the clock ticks even faster.

Although “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is a prequel to the Harry Potter franchise, the film is charming all on its own, providing dazzling visuals and excellent performances from its stars.

Freshman Madeleine Ingle shares her father’s struggle with addiction.

Junior Joseph Clarke was accepted to participate in the High School Honors Performance Series, which allots him the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

Sports Editor Hannah Gale discusses her experiences as a Jewish athlete in the South.

This Thanksgiving has called for Print Junior Copy Editor Andrew Caldwell, a sophomore, to reflect on the past year, and give thanks to those who have impacted his life.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team played in the Georgia High School Association 5A Sweet 16 State Playoffs on Nov. 18.

David Perno, once a Gladiator himself, followed a sports-based path of playing and coaching which has lead him to his current position as the Clarke Central High School head football coach.

The annual Not So Silent Night fundraiser raising money for the ODYSSEY and the Iliad will be held on Dec. 2 at the Lyndon House Arts Center.

The Clarke County School District’s Board of Education has approved the appointment of Dr. Jack Parish as interim superintendent.

Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano breaks down where pairs who lost the presidential election are now.

For the first time since 2013, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team competed in the Georgia High School Association 5A Sweet 16 State Playoffs. The Clarke Central Gladiators traveled to Henry County to face the Stockbridge High School Tigers on Nov. 18. The Gladiators fell to the Tigers 37-13.

Clarke Central High School math department teacher Dr. Elijah Swift has found himself taking the role of teacher his whole life.

Editors for the ODYSSEY Media Group attended the National Scholastic Press Association Fall Conference in Indianapolis, IN on Nov. 10-13.

Clarke Central High School Principal Marie Yuran discusses the rising graduation rate at CCHS, which has reached over 84 percent.

Sophomore News Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo reflects on her love for theater and the reason she got involved.

This past week, the ODYSSEY Media Group visited Indianapolis, Indiana for the National Scholastic Press Association 2016 fall conference. While there, members spoke to people from across the country to gage their reactions to the 2016 election.

Freshman Mackenzie Caudill shares her love and knowledge of the graffiti culture in Athens.

Nedza’s Waffles, a pop up waffle stand, was started by University of Georgia student Joe Nedza, and provides Athens community members with affordable, gourmet waffles.

Clarke Central High School held it’s annual Midnight Madness event in the New Gym. The event brought the CCHS community together with basketball, music and entertainment on Nov. 5.

Varsity linebacker Byron “Memphis” Spraggins, a senior, has been playing football since he was young and his love for the game is strongly influenced by his father.

The ODYSSEY editorial board endorses Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton.

In light of the C-Team’s championship game win, Clarke Central High School football coaches and players reflect on their success this season and look ahead to the future of the program.

This year’s Presidental candidates’ unusually high unfavorably ratings are leading many voters towards minor parties. Should they vote third party or pick the lesser of evils?

Managing Editor Suncana Pavlic complies need-to-know information on the 2016 Presidential Election including Hillary Clinton’s and Donald Trump’s stances on controversial issues and a map of polling locations within Clarke County School District.

The first episode of season three of ODTV features stories on the Open House, a fall sports recap, a movie review, the first installment of “Kelly’s Kitchen” and much more.

The freshmen science department, after being in a Learning Cottages for two years, have gotten fully operational labs in their new classrooms located in the South Wing.

The Clarke Central Players are preparing for their performance of “Epic Proportions” that will take place in early November.

As Halloween weekend begins, Editor-in-Chief Aneesa Conine-Nakano breaks down the creepy clown sightings that has led to mass hysteria over social media.

On Oct. 28, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Walnut Grove High School 33-21. This secures the Gladiators’ placement as the No.3 seed in the Region AAAAA GHSA State Football Championship.

Tyler Perry’s “Boo! A Madea Halloween is a wacky movie with humor, crazy characters and a hilarious plot.

The Wild Rumpus is a Halloween event held in Downtown Athens. Several Clarke Central High School students take part in the event.

Lady Gaga’s latest album slows down to give audiences something genuine.

The 2016-17 Clarke Central High School year has called for many changes, one being the addition of the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports Committee.

After their 44-21 defeat over Flowery Branch High School on Oct. 21, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team earned their spot in the playoffs and have began working towards a victory .

Clarke Central High School held the first pep rally of the year in anticipation for the annual senior night football game on Oct. 21. The pep rally was held during seventh period and the varsity football team played against Flowery Branch High School that night.

Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić complied a package of the fall sports galleries including photos from the fall sports pep rally, fall sports senior night and the Clarke Central High School varsity football game against Flowery Branch. Galleries are by Julie Alpaugh and Zoe Peterson.

Professor of Language and Literacy Education Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor discusses her involvement with bringing Rose of Athens to perform at CCHS for Poe-tober and Poe-tober within Athens.

The Clarke Central High School Band will be performing its first fall concert under Director of Bands Robert Lawrence on Oct. 20 in Mell Auditorium. This will also be band’s first concert after moving into their new facilities.

Senior Kennae Hunter discusses her feelings about being in her final year at Clarke Central High School.

A video from 2005 was released on Oct. 7 featured Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump uttering vulgar things about women, which is only the most recent example of Trump’s sexism.

“The Girl on the Train” provides more than just the typical shock factor by combining brilliant acting, shots and plot reveals, making for an outstandingly unnerving movie.

As Clarke Central High School’s renovations come to a close after two years, CCHS Principal Marie Yuran discusses the measures the administration team is taking to keep the school secure.

The Clarke Central High School Raiders team practice and train for their meet at Jackson High School this Oct. 15.

Members of the Clarke Central High School varsity football team have noticed an overall improvement in the team since the start of the 2016 season.

The Clarke Central High School Student Government Association is orchestrating its first pep rally for the 2016-17 school year.

On Nov. 17-20 the National Council of Teachers of English convention will be hosted in Atlanta. Clarke Central High School’s English department teachers plan on attending.

Fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled to take place on Oct. 12-14. For freshmen, these are the first conferences of their high school careers.

Clarke Central High School “goes green” with new, ecologically-friendly features incorporated in the building’s renovation.

The Jaguars defeated the Gladiator twice during the 2011-12 season.

Student Support Technician Cierra Jackson was hired the first week of the 2016-17 school year and is a former gladiator.

Curriculum Assistance Program for Students (CAPS) department teacher Lee Ann Robins was hired for the 2016-17 school year and is a new teacher at Clarke Central High School.

The Clarke County School District Code of Student Conduct was recently updated and distributed at the start of the 2016-17 school year.

On Sept. 30, CCHS went up against Buford High School and fell 44-13 to the Wolves. Before the game, the Clarke Middle School band and orchestra, the Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School band and the CCHS orchestra performed the “Star Spangled Banner” and at half-time, both teams’ marching bands took to the field.

In light of former Clarke Central High School Principal Dr. Robbie P. Hooker’s departure last spring, CCHS Assistant Principal Reginald Thomas discusses changes the team is implementing this year.

The new TV comedy “Atlanta”, which stars Donald Glover — also known as rapper Childish Gambino –, is a great blend of witty jokes and music while depicting everyday life in Atlanta.

Clarke Central High School defeated Cedar Shoals High School 38-12 on Sept. 23 in the 50th annual Classic City Championship.

click photo to view gallery By ZOE PETERSON – Photography Editor On Sept. 22,…

Managing Editor Suncana Pavlic and the ODYSSEY Online staff compiled a comprehensive package, including columns by Print Sports Editor Hannah Gale and Cedar Shoals BluePrints Magazine sports editor Matteo Castile, a video by ODTV Director Karla Dougan, a Q&A with head football coach David Perno by Online Sports Editor Olivia Ripps and a game preview by Noeli Loya.

As of fall 2016, Clarke Central High School has been almost completely renovated. However, vandalism has already begun to take its toll on the building.

Clarke Central High School held its Homecoming football game against North Oconee High School on Sept. 16 and its Homecoming Dance on Sept. 17.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team beat North Oconee High School 45-21 in Death Valley for CCHS’ annual homecoming game.

Managing Editor Sunčana Pavlić complies a college agenda: a guide to important information and tips on financial aid, student loans, test dates and more.

Apple’s iOS 10, released on Sept. 13, adds some innovative features like iMessage apps and Siri app suggestions, but drops the ball with the new emojis and lock screen.