Liza Larson

The ODYSSEY Newsmagazine was named a Pacemaker winner on Nov. 15 at the National High School Journalism Convention, its second time in 14 years.

With support from administrators, some student journalists thrive under the First Amendment. But for others, quiet forms of censorship still stifle the truth.

The CCSD was announced the winner of the Georgia Charter System Foundation’s Leadership Development Award on Nov. 5 at the GCS Fall Conference and Awards Breakfast.

ODYSSEY Media Group, Journalism I and Iliad Literary-Art Magazine students attended the annual Georgia Scholastic Press Association’s Fall Conference on Oct. 28.

The Get Comfortable literacy program shows gains in Clarke County School District, with expansion plans set for the future.

Half a century after its release, “Jaws” continues to resonate as not only a thriller but also a warning of the dangers of unchecked capitalism.

The ODYSSEY Media Group has been recognized by multiple scholastic journalism organizations in the past month for their achievements during the 2024-25 school year.

The deadly Apalachee High School shooting has cast a new spotlight on CCHS safety and security.

The CCSD announced a partnership with nonprofit organizations TED-Ed and Gifted Savings in which every graduating senior across the district will receive a $1,000 investment portfolio on Aug. 7.

The 2024-25 ODYSSEY Newsmagazine received a rating of All-American from the National Scholastic Press Association.

ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary-Art Magazine staff, friends and family gathered at 1055 Barber to celebrate accomplishments earned over the 2024-25 school on May 4.

The Clarke County School District is holding a Mental Health Town Hall at Clarke Middle School on April 28 at 5:30 p.m. in an effort to bring awareness to mental health resources across the district.

The ODYSSEY Media Group is currently ranked first in the National Scholastic Press Association’s annual Clicks and Clips Sweepstakes after winning several awards in the fall contest.

News Editor Liza Larson shares five facts about St. Patrick’s Day and the traditions behind it in honor of the holiday being celebrated on March 17.

The ODYSSEY Media Group was recognized as a Pacemaker finalist by the National Scholastic Press Association on March 12.

Students from the ODYSSEY Media Group and iliad Literary Magazine attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Association convention in Columbia, South Carolina, from March 6-9.

Ten CCHS students were announced as semi-finalists for the Governor’s Honors Program and will be interviewed at the state level.

There are various factors that contribute to the climate at CCHS, all of which can build inclusivity and a productive learning environment.

The Nov. 14 vote to terminate the contract with UGA’s Georgia College Advising Corp was reversed in a unanimous decision at the Dec. 12 CCSD Board of Education meeting.

In partnership with Universal Pictures’ “Wicked”, Starbucks released Elphaba’s Cold Brew and Glinda’s Pink Potion refresher on Oct. 22. While both drinks offered pleasant flavors, neither provided much balance.

ODYSSEY Media Group editors attended the 2024 National High School Journalism Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from Nov. 7 to Nov. 10.

The Western Judicial Circuit, which comprises all of Athens-Clarke and Oconee Counties, will elect a district attorney on Nov. 5 — Election Day.

Webmaster Lea D’Angelo shares facts about the Autumnal Equinox which takes place on Sept. 22.

The CCSD Board of Education is reinforcing and introducing multiple safety measures to ensure student and staff safety.

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

The CCHS varsity volleyball team will take on North Oconee High School this week at 5:00 p.m. on Aug 22 at NOHS.

As the 2024 US presidential elections approach, Generation Z’s voting habits have become more and more influenced by social media.