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The varsity flag football team has their Senior Night and games on Nov. 7.

VThe CCHS FFA took home a win at the National Agriscience Fair on April 29 and is looking forward to the National FFA Convention and Expo in November.

The Aeronautics Club begins its first season, with over a dozen students attending club meetings to prepare for the American Rocketry Challenge.

The varsity flag football team took home their first regional win of the 2023 season in their home game against Greene County High School on Oct. 24 at 5 p.m.

Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun describes her experience at the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program and how it improved her confidence.

From the high school level all the way to the pros, every level of sports would benefit from increased coaching diversity.

As the CCHS’ football C-team approaches their last game of the season against Oconee County High School at home on Oct. 11 at 5:30 p.m, they reflect on the progress they have made over the course of the season.

Folk-Americana artist Alejandro Rose-Garcia, known professionally as Shakey Graves, released his album “Movie of the Week” on Sept. 15.

The Mock Trial Team commences its 36th season with the release of this year’s criminal case on Oct. 11.

The College Board’s AP Precalculus course was introduced to CCHS in the Fall of the 2023-2024 school year.

The CCHS varsity football team will take on Loganville High School this week at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 5 at LHS.

On Sept. 21, an event was held to commemorate the naming of Linnentown Lane.

On Oct. 3 and 4, the Clarke County School District will hold the third and fourth “Community Conversations on School Safety” events with the hope of increasing in-person community engagement.

The CCHS JROTC male varsity and JV mixed Raiders’ teams are preparing for their competition at Cedar Shoals High School on Sept. 30.

The CCSD released Class of 2024 graduation dates for Cedar Shoals and Clarke Central High Schools on Sept. 26.

At the beginning of the 2023-24 school year, Family Engagement and Academic Support Specialist Christian Barner founded the Student School Climate Committee for students to provide feedback about the school environment.

The CCHS varsity softball team will take on Cedar Shoals High School at 6 p.m. on Sept. 18 at CSHS.

The varsity football team will play Gainesville High School at 7:30 p.m. on Sep. 9 at Billy Henderson Stadium.

The varsity and junior varsity cross country teams will host the Gladiator Invitational on Sept. 9.

CCHS Assistant Principal Tamika Henson’s childhood challenges have impacted her mindset when it comes to helping the CCHS community.

The CCHS FFA chapter has had an increase in participants during the 2022-23 school year, and the advisers and members hope to continue this trend in order to inspire others’ agricultural passions.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against Cedar Shoals High School in the 57th Classic City Championship at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 19 at CSHS’ Waters-Wilkins Stadium.

The CCHS varsity softball team will take on East Jackson High School this Week at 6:00 p.m in Billy Henderson Stadium on Aug 18.

Visuals Staffer Temprince Battle talks about their experience being on the inaugural Georgia High School Association flag football team in the CCSD.

The CCHS 2023 Prom, themed “A Night in the Garden,” took place on April 29 at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia.

Science Instructional Coach Dr. Katie Green speaks on her experience with archaeology, her time at CCHS and the future of science education.

The CCHS boys and girls varsity soccer teams will face off against Oconee County High School on March 17 at 7:30 p.m. at OCHS.

CCSD Superintendent Dr. Robbie P. Hooker has worn many hats throughout his career, including stints as BHL Principal (2003-2008), CCHS Principal (2008-2016) and Superintendent positions outside the county (2016-2022). But now, Hooker has come back to the CCSD on Oct. 6, 2022 with an eye for supporting students and staff.

The CCHS boys varsity soccer team will play home against Cedar Shoals on Feb. 8th at 7:30 p.m.

In the Classic City Championship hosted in the CCHS Competition Gym, the CCHS girls varsity basketball team lost to Cedar Shoals High School 45-30, while the boys won 56-53.

The Gladiators faced off against Heritage High School on Jan. 6. The boys and girls basketball teams both put up a fight, but neither ended up taking home a win.

The girls and boys varsity basketball teams got their seasons off to inauspicious starts with a pair of decisive losses to Oconee County High School on Nov. 15.

With a place in the AAAAA playoffs on the line, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play away Winder-Barrow High School’s varsity football team at 7:30, Friday, Nov. 4.

The CCHS varsity football team will take on Eastside High School in their Region 8-AAAAA game on their Senior Night at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 21 in Billy Henderson Stadium.

he CCHS flag football team played their first games ever on Oct. 18, winning against South Gwinnett High School in the first before dropping the second to Heritage High School.

The CCHS varsity football team lost their Region 8-AAAAA opener to Jefferson High School by a final score of 7-17 in Billy Henderson Stadium on Sept. 23.

The CCHS varsity football team will take on Jefferson High School in the High 5 Sports Game of the Week at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 23 in Billy Henderson Stadium.

CCHS welcomed over 24 new teachers at the beginning of the school year.

The varsity softball team will look to collect their second Region 8-AAAAA win of the season at home against Loganville High School on Sept. 8 at 5:30 p.m.

The efficacy of student learning and faculty performance is being hindered by high teacher turnover rates in the CCSD.

The CCHS varsity volleyball team has won consecutive matches leading up to their doubleheader against Jefferson High School and George Walton Academy on Aug. 23.

After his start in 2016, head varsity football coach David Perno will coach his seventh consecutive season with the Gladiators in the fall of 2022.

Clarke Central High School students and staff make predictions as to the outcome of the CCHS vs. Cedar Shoals High School football game. The game took place on Aug. 18 in Billy Henderson Stadium. Video by McKinley Dykes and Lucas Donnelly.

The CCHS varsity football team defeated Cedar Shoals High School by a score of 40-0 in the 56th Classic City Championship on Aug. 18 in Billy Henderson Stadium.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play Cedar Shoals High School in the 56th edition of the Classic City Championship at 7 p.m. on Aug. 18 at Billy Henderson Stadium.

In their first game of the season, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team lost 14-28 to North Oconee High School in a preseason scrimmage on August 5.

Following a winless Region 8-AAAAA season, the Gladiators will look to rebound in their first softball game of the season vs. Cedar Shoals High School at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 4th.

Clarke Central High School had its first day of the 2022-2023 academic school year on August 4.

Administrators should address the a harmful lack of communication with students when lockdowns, especially accidental ones, occur at CCHS.

Nonprofit organization U-Lead Athens provides services to aid underdocumented students, but has faced challenges due to the ongoing pandemic.

Providing free menstrual supplies in school restrooms would benefit students’ mental health and academics.

The CCHS chapter of the National Honor Society hosted Honors Night on April 28 in order to recognize student achievements across all grade levels.

Fourteen Clarke Central High School student journalists were recognized for academic excellence.

Professor and award-winning poet Natasha Trethewey visited CCHS on April 21 to answer questions about her experiences in literature.

The CCHS boys varsity soccer team won against North Springs High School in a playoff game on April 13, making their record 16-3.

The CCHS boys varsity soccer team played against North Springs High School on April 13, winning 6-0 and advancing to the next round of the GHSA playoffs.

University of Georgia student Skyla Chon is interning with CCHS to gain real-world experience in counseling.

Members of the Gifted Minorities Achieving organization hosted a celebration of Black culture in the CCHS Media Center on March 23.

The CCHS junior varsity baseball team will be playing a doubleheader game against Cedar Shoals High School on March 29 and is hoping to walk away with their first win of the season.

The CCHS boys varsity soccer team played against Oconee County High School on March 25 and added another win to their overall record, making it 13-1.

With the change in CCSD mask and visitor policies, CCHS is able to hold more in-person events for parents and guardians, increasing their involvement at the school.

The CCHS girls and boys varsity soccer teams will play against Oconee County High School on March 25.

The CCHS junior varsity baseball team will compete in their final two games of the 2021-22 season against Stephen County High School on March 24.

The CCHS track and field team will compete in a meet at Apalachee High School on March 26, and has been training hard to improve as the season progresses.

2006 CCHS alumna and new assistant varsity girls basketball coach Cherrelle Pass returns after coaching at several high schools, bringing a refined set of coaching values.

Efforts to help struggling seniors and freshmen pass the 2021-22 school year are underway.

The CCHS boys and girls varsity soccer teams will face off against Walnut Grove High School on Eve Carson Memorial Night on March 11 at 7:30 in Billy Henderson Stadium.

CCHS Class of 2012 alumna Kassandra Sandoval has had to overcome challenges in order to find confidence in her voice, both as an immigrant and as a software engineer.

Former College Adviser Tavaria Smith spent six months to help students at her alma mater, and a lifetime to help people in need.

Some students at CCHS feel uncomfortable using exclusively gendered restrooms, but the administration has limited space in the school to implement a gender-neutral option.

The CCHS varsity soccer teams hosted Senior Night in Death Valley on Feb 18.

Senior Hannah Barnett, a CCHS varsity girls soccer player, spoke at a Board of Education meeting on Feb. 10 to address inequities between the facilities given to male and female athletes.

Hoping to continue unbeaten in their sixth game of the season, the CCHS Gladiators will play their first Region 8-AAAAA game against Greenbrier High School at 7:30 p.m. on Friday in Billy Henderson Stadium.

Students of Color Achieving and Pursuing Excellence (SCAPE) was founded at CCHS in 2019 with a mission to academically and socially support students of color in high-level classes.

After losing the region 8-AAAAA championship to Johnson High School in their 2021 season, the boys varsity soccer team prepares to compete for the regional crown in 2022.

Many students at CCHS are not complying with the COVID-19 guidelines set forth by CCSD, putting themselves and others at risk.

CCHS will switch to a virtual model from Jan. 20 through at least Jan. 21 due to staffing shortages caused by COVID-19.

FFA Vice President and sophomore Kathleen Dykes will attend her second national pig show with her pig Big Red from Jan. 18 to 23 in Perry, Georgia.

Senior Anna Tenner has become a leader in the Drama Program through her passion and commitment to theater.

The use of deadnames in Infinite Campus has led to gender-queer students feeling as if their identities are being invalidated by the school district.

The CCHS band program’s efforts to recruit potential members implement good relationships and bonds amongst new and existing members.

CCHS students are preparing for their final exams and projects which will take place before the start of winter break.

Pride Club at CCHS seeks to offer a space for LGBTQ students to build community and educate the CCHS student body.

The CCHS boys varsity basketball team will play Oconee County High School on Nov. 16 for their first official game of the season.

The Clarke Central High School girls basketball team warms up during after school practice…

The CCHS varsity football team played against Maynard Jackson in the first round of the state AAAAAA playoffs at Billy Henderson Stadium.

Sports staffer Janie Ripps reflects on her first months of high school and academic experiences during a pandemic.

CCHS Family Engagement Specialist Christian Barner has been working with families and students who are interested in the second semester virtual option that CCHS is offering for the 2021-22 school year.

New CCHS Assistant Principal Dr. Angelia Major joined the CCHS administrative team Oct. 25.

As a fundraiser, the JROTC program at CCHS sold Granny Smith apples to raise money for program activities, equipment and uniforms.

After a win over Walnut Grove High School on Oct. 8, the CCHS varsity football team will play Eastside High School on Friday at 7:30.

After moving from the U.S. to Mexico and back, sophomore Adriana Arellano has used her experiences to grow and thrive.

The Clarke Central High School Homecoming Dance was held on Oct. 9 at the CCHS courtyard.

English department teacher and new co-chair Meghan McNeeley hopes to use her leadership experience to better the English Department.

The Clarke Central High School Homecoming Game took place on Oct. 8 at the…

Healthcare professionals provided information about the COVID-19 vaccine to CCHS students on Oct. 12 in an information session prior to an on-campus Oct. 21 student vaccination drive.

CCHS teachers unveiled a mural on Oct. 7 as a part of CCHS’ 50th anniversary celebration, commemorating the school’s long history.

CCHS hosted Spirit Week from Sept. 27 to Oct. 1 in anticipation of the upcoming celebration of Homecoming festivities, which start on Oct. 7.

Sports staffer Lukas Cornish talks with Clarke Central High School freshman Bo Brodrick about his experience with reviewing various energy drinks

On Sept. 30 the CCHS junior varsity football team will go into their final game of the season against Apalachee High School school, their last chance to improve their 1-4 record.

After spending the majority of the 2020-21 school year online, the CCHS varsity volleyball team has been making attempts to build relationships with one another.

The CCHS JROTC program will host their first Raider competition on Sept. 25 at 8:30 a.m. The JROTC instructors and cadets are excited to have the opportunity to showcase their Raider teams.

After facing seven losses this season, the CCHS varsity softball team is training to rebound during their Region 8-AAAAA games.

Due to the pandemic, many mental health experts expect depression and anxiety rates in teens to rise. Now is the time to make structural changes in the U.S. government that will improve access to care.

After over a year of adverse effects on education due to the pandemic, the academic success of K-12 students should be at the forefront of concern for American schools.

The CCHS English department will be offering two new elective courses for the 2021-2022 school year, Speech/Forensics I and Mythology.

The Clarke Central High School class of 2020-21 graduated at the Billy Henderson Stadium on May 22 at 10 a.m.

Throughout her life, CCHS senior Anastasia Mack has found joy and freedom through her art.

CCHS fine arts department teacher and 1977 CCHS alumna Harriet Anderson plans to retire at the end of the 2020-21 school year and reflects on her experience at CCHS.

CCHS math department teacher Georgia Scott is choosing to retire after 32 years of teaching.

On May 14, Clarke Central High School hosted the 2021 Decision Day in the Billy Henderson Stadium for CCHS seniors to announce their post-graduate plans.

Clarke Central High School college adviser Robert Gluzman finishes up the remaining semester by checking back in with senior students about their college and career goals as college admission letters come in.

The CCHS varsity baseball team’s season is coming to an end on April 21 as they continue to move through their region games during the second half of the season.

On Saturday, pre-registered CCHS students who are 16-18 years old and their parents received free COVID-19 vaccines in the Competition Gym.

The CCHS band program will return to five days a week of in-person instruction for the majority of its students.

The Taco Stand, an iconic local restaurant, reopened in 2021 with a new co-owner Mark Opel, on Jan. 1, reminding some Athenians of their memories of the original restaurant.

CCHS students returned for face-to-face classes on March 15 for the first time since March 4, 2020. ODYSSEY Media Group Staffers sat down with CCHS Principal Dr. Swade Huff to discuss how the first week back went.

The CCHS golf team will have a match on March 23 against Winder-Barrow High School.

Viewpoints Staffer Kalliope Samaltanos talks about her grief and accepting herself in a letter to her younger self.

On Friday, the CCHS boys varsity soccer team will compete in their second region game of the season against Eastside High School in Covington, Georgia.

Ambassador of the Athens HipHop Community and Clarke Central High School parent Montu Miller talks about his experience as a Black Athenian.

CCHS senior Tomás Dougan reflects on two important events in his life and how they’ve shaped his thoughts on compassion.

CCHS varsity girls basketball point guard Na’kia Rucker, a senior, is known for her work ethic and her willingness to help others.

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the CCHS counseling department continues to help students who are struggling with mental health.

The CCHS FFA chapter continues to hold meetings and prepare for competitions, despite the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The CCHS Drill Team began their 2021 competitive season on Feb. 13 in the JROTC parking lot. Their season consists of five competitions including the Georgia State Drill Competition on March 30.

During her 15-year career, CCHS Assistant Principal Latinda Dean has gone from English teacher to instructional coach to administrator, driven by a passion for helping students.

On Feb. 3, CCHS seniors signed their letter of intent and announced what school they would be playing for in the fall of 2021.

The CCSD administration has selected two individuals to replace top human resources positions after the departure of Chief of HR Lynn Duke and Executive Director of Talent Management Michael Harris.

Viewpoints Editor Maya Cornish talks with Clarke Central High School counselor Darline Coleman about her experience as a counselor and how the CCHS counseling department has adapted to the new needs of students due to COVID-19.

CCSD is looking for replacement hires for two top Human Resources positions given the imminent departure of Chief of Human Resources Lynn Duke and Executive Director of Talent Management Michael Harris.

The CCHS orchestra and band departments are using the Upbeat Music App to overcome the disconnect between student musicians.

Editors from the ODYSSEY Media Group attended this year’s virtual National High School Journalism Convention, where the group attended sessions and its members won several awards.

ODYSSEY Media Group Beat Editor Gretchen Hinger reflects on how her obsession with school supplies fuels her interest in learning.

The CCHS cheerleading team is working to overcome the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic to make the football games feel how they used to be.

The CCHS mock trial team has begun preparing for their season. This year they are facing a multitude of changes due to COVID-19.

CCHS freshman counselor Adam Lowe is trying to make sure that freshmen know about the availability of his counseling services.

ODYSSEY Media Group Podcaster Gunnar Churchwell sits down with Clarke Central High School wide receiver Jairus “Nono” Mack to talk CCHS football, the pandemic, and a run for the state title.

The Clarke Central High School softball team plans for the future after a difficult season.

The Clarke County School District is planning for pre-K-8 students to return to face-to-face instruction on Nov. 9.

CCHS head football coach David Perno will lead the Gladiators at home on Friday against Jackson County High School.

Former CCHS Director of Band Dr. Robert Lawrence died Wednesday. Lawrence was on staff at CCHS from August 2009 until May 2019 and taught hundreds of students.

The Clarke Central High School Hispanic Organization Promoting Education chapter started with a goal to help minorities during the 2019-20 school year after ending two years prior.

On April 1, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced that public schools would be closed for the rest of the school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Clarke Central High School nurse Iveta Rabb discusses how students and their families can deal with different situations that may arise with their health while out of school due to COVID-19.

The Clarke County School District will provide free breakfast and lunch meals for students in need during the district-wide closure to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Many school systems in Georgia, including the Clarke County School District, will suspend classes in an effort to contain and limit the spread of COVID-19.

Clarke County High School students, along with the ODYSSEY Media Group, will be off from March 9 to March 13 for spring break. Enjoy the break!

An expanded course catalog will be available to Clarke Central High School students for the 2020-21 school year.

Clarke Central High School freshman coordinate algebra teacher Becky Begnaud is retiring from CCHS at the end of the 2019-20 school year.

News staffer Maggie Kelleher shares her thoughts on block scheduling coming to CCHS in the 2020-21 school year and how it will affect her plan to pursue a scientific career.

In January, Clarke Central High School announced that CCHS will switch to a block schedule, starting in the 2020-21 school year.

Although many Clarke Central High School students recognize Juuling as an activity that occurs among the student body, fewer are aware of the potential health consequences.

Clarke Central High School will add four to six portable classrooms in the 2020-21 school year to accommodate the increasing amount of students and teachers.

On Jan. 31 the Clarke Central High Schools boys varsity basketball team will play against Buford High School.

Many students, teachers and clubs at Clarke Central High School have raised concerns about how waste is handled at CCHS, specifically in the cafeteria, and what can be done to improve it.

Clarke Central High school sophomores Isabella Johnson and Gretchen Hinger sit down with head CCHS cafeteria manager Ashley Henderson to discuss menu changes for December and review new food options.

Clarke Central High School will play Lithia Springs High School at 7:30 p.m on Nov. 16 at CCHS for the first round of the playoffs.

In her time in the Clarke County School District, Clarke Central High School Associate Principal Dr. Linda Boza has built deep relationships that helped her fall in love with the school and district.

On Nov. 8, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team pulled off a win against No. 1-ranked team Buford High School in the Region Championship.

On Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m., the Clarke Central High School Gladiators will face off against Buford High School in Death Valley.

Clarke Central High School social studies department teacher Karen LaRosa, along with the social studies department, hosted the monthly First Friday Faculty Breakfast for CCHS teachers and staff on Oct. 4.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will compete against town rival, Cedar Shoals High School, on Oct. 4 at Waters-Wilkins Stadium.

The Clarke Central High School softball team has begun preparation for their upcoming competitions at the regional level.

For the 2019-20 school year, the Clarke Central High School Future Farmers of America chapter plans to put into place many new initiatives.

Clarke Central High School Women and Gender Studies club president Erin Bothe talks about her club’s values, goals and plans for the club in the 2019-20 school year.

On Sept. 21, the Clarke Central High School cross country team will participate in the Aubrae Gunderson Invitational in memoriam of late teen cross country runner Aubrae Gunderson.

The Clarke Central High School Bass Fishing season begins on Sept. 15 with the team going to Lake Lanier for the early bird opening– a tournament hosted by the Georgia High School Fishing association.

As the Clarke Central High School softball team dives deeper into the season, they work to meet new head varsity softball coach Alex Holmes’ goals and expectations for the year.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team lost to Flowery Branch High School 0-38 in the Billy Henderson Stadium on Sept. 6.

After moving from his home-state of California to Athens for his final year of high school, Clarke Central High School senior Andrew Nguyen has learned to embrace the unfamiliarity of the Southern culture that surrounds him.

News staffer Audrey Enghauser started school at Clarke Central High School last fall after attending a small private school for most of her life.

The Clarke Central High School varsity football team defeated Oconee County High School 28-21 in the Billy Henderson Stadium on Aug. 30.

New foreign language department teacher Christian Cordón reflects on his background and shares his experience with teaching at Clarke Central High School thus far.

During the summer, Clarke Central High School Assistant Principal Latinda Dean officially joined the CCHS Administrative Team.

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

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

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.

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.

Clarke Central High School social studies department teacher Stephen Hinson, who will retire at the end of this school year, brings a South Georgia charm to the CCHS community through storytelling.

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.

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

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.

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 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.

Clarke Central High School sophomore received a visit from Judge Benjamin Makin on Feb. 12, and got his take on the criminal justice themed content they’ve been learning this year.

Banned Books Week is Sept. 27 – Oct. 3 and is a time to recognize books that have been challenged or banned and to celebrate the freedom to read.

On Aug. 20, Clarke Central High School hosted Open House, an event in which parents/guardians had the opportunity to meet teachers.

Clarke Central High School started its 2015-16 academic school year on Aug. 11.

Upon walking into the main entrance of Clarke Central High School, visitors see a sliding glass window with a laminated sign that reads ‘FRONT OFFICE.’ Tucked away behind those windows sits Linda Glenn at her desk, a CCHS graduate and current secretary of 12 years.

The 2015 Clarke Central High School Prom was held April 17 at the State Botanical Gardens.

On April 16, Clarke Central High School students will come together to celebrate various cultures for International Day.

On April 11, the Clarke Central High School varsity girls soccer team and Cedar Shoals will face off for the Classic City Championship.

GoFundMe.com, an online fundraising source, has recently become very popular with various clubs throughout Clarke Central High School.

Wed., April 8, iOS users were greeted with a nice surprise: some color on their emoji keyboard.

Despite school cancellations and illnesses, the Clarke Central High School drama department was able to put on their Spring performance of Cabaret.

Recent widespread national news coverage covering sexual assault, harassment and consent has sparked conversations of the issues within the Clarke Central High School community.

Recently implemented teacher evaluations have created a way for students to anonymously assess their teachers.

Clarke Central High School offers 20 different Advanced Placement courses and each year, more AP classes continue to be added. One new AP class will be offered next year.

On Thurs., Oct. 16, sophomore Byron Spraggins played in the final junior varsity game of the season against cross-town rival Cedar Shoals High School at Billy Henderson Stadium after being cleared from a concussion.

Marie Yuran became the Associate Principal of Clarke Central High School on Sept. 11. Previously, Yuran had been the special education team leader.

ODYSSEY Sports is your source for everything athletic at CCHS. Check out the Sports Section at Odysseynewsmagazine.net for features on athletes, game coverage, galleries and editorial content.

On May 2, the Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer team faced off against Dunwoody in the first round of the Georgia High School Association state playoffs. The Gladiators advanced on 3-0 and will play again on May 6.

Clarke Central students voice their opinions on the stricter tardy policy.

The West team defeated the East team 31-6 in the Northeast Georgia Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ inaugural Football All-Star Game, hosted by Clarke Central High School.

The boys’ varsity basketball team won 60-53 against Oconee High School while the girls won 52-38.

The B team football team finished its 2013 season with a winning record of 4-3 and only one home game.

Clarke Central High School head varsity boys basketball coach Andre McIntyre believes experience and camaraderie will be the keys to a successful 2013-14 campaign.

Sports fans frequently turn on their television sets and tune in to watch their favorite teams or the game of the week. Within the last decade, sports broadcasting has extended its reach to encompass the Internet, mobile devices and new technological advances.

The gladiators defeat Cedar Shoals High School 45-15 in the annual Classic City Championship game.

November eighth is the game we have been waiting for. What do the coaches think? Learn more here.

 After six years as the Clarke Central High School defensive coordinator, Self now sits…

Clarke Central High School will face off against Flowery Branch High School on Oct. 25.

Ryan Johnson resumes the role of Head Athletic Trainer after three years.

On Oct.17, the Clarke Central High School volleyball team lost to Whitewater High School in the first round of the state playoffs 3-0.

Through half of regional play, the Clarke Central High School Gladiators varsity football team are 4-0 in regional play and 5-1 overall.

When watching the 2012 edition of the Clarke Central High School vs. Marist School game, I was awestricken at the fashion in which the War Eagles and their triple option offense dominated in the second half, as they sauntered to a 30-13 win against CCHS.

Clarke Central High School’s 23-3 win on Oct. 11 vs. Heritage High School at Billy Henderson Stadium snapped a two-year streak of suffering come-from-behind losses against the Patriots.

By the numbers for the upcoming game against Salem High School.

On Sept. 27, Clarke Central hosted their second home game of the season against Appalachee.