Cobblers Up Close: Nick Palmer
Mr. Palmer has officially retired as of the end of the 2018-19 school year. We are running this profile of him from two years ago in honor of his career. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Nick Palmer
Author: Mr. Sheehy
‘Calvin and Hobbes’ Exposes the Depth of Possibilities in the Comic Medium
Comics are often associated with light-heartedness and fun, but a comic strip like Calvin and Hobbes demonstrates the medium is capable of depth and complication. Continue reading ‘Calvin and Hobbes’ Exposes the Depth of Possibilities in the Comic Medium
In Pursuit of Order
In natural states, disorder rules. But order rules where humans tread. Continue reading In Pursuit of Order
Black Mirror Resists Cliched Narratives
While exploring the future, Black Mirror refuses to succumb to cliched cultural narratives about the risks of technological innovation. Continue reading Black Mirror Resists Cliched Narratives
J. Cole Continues to Influence His Industry
J. Cole’s work is different from many other rappers, but its quality is so high he’s influencing a new generation of artists. Continue reading J. Cole Continues to Influence His Industry
Cobblers Up Close: Heather Linde
Whether she’s running marathons or blood drives, Heather Linde always seems to be smiling. It’s a trait her students appreciate. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Heather Linde
Everyone Knows Teens Lack Sleep, but Why?
Heads on desks, eyelids drooping–these are common sights in any classroom. But why are students so sleepy? And is there anything a student can do about it? Continue reading Everyone Knows Teens Lack Sleep, but Why?
How to Do a College Visit
Juniors and seniors considering attending college should consider visiting their prospective schools, and they should consider ahead of time what to look at. Continue reading How to Do a College Visit
The Gap Year: Is it good for college bound students?
Students hear conflicting ideas about taking a gap year after high school. What factors should students consider when deciding whether to take one? Continue reading The Gap Year: Is it good for college bound students?
Cobblers Up Close: Emily Carr
The choir room has been full of smiles during Ms. Emily Carr’s first semester at Central. It doesn’t take a long conversation with Carr to discover why that is. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Emily Carr
The Hot Chocolate Bar Is Exactly What Central Needs
The library and student council provided free hot chocolate for students last week. It’s exactly the kind of event Central High School should be doing. Continue reading The Hot Chocolate Bar Is Exactly What Central Needs
Central Students Prefer Elf and Polar Express at Christmas
The Pine Needle surveyed Central students to discover which Christmas movies they preferred, pitting Will Farrell against Charlie Brown. Continue reading Central Students Prefer Elf and Polar Express at Christmas
Editorial: Students Should Dress Up for Spirit Week
Student Council has announced dress up days for the week before Christmas; for their own good, students should participate. Continue reading Editorial: Students Should Dress Up for Spirit Week
Cobblers Give with an Angel Tree
Students and staff are giving gifts through the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. Continue reading Cobblers Give with an Angel Tree
Students Prefer Pencil and Paper over Online Homework
While online assignments increase with the development of new digital technology, a majority of students still prefer physical, paper assignments. Continue reading Students Prefer Pencil and Paper over Online Homework
Search for Cause of Power Outage Continues
While the pursuit of education is enlightenment, Central High School found itself in the dark Thursday. What happened? Why? Continue reading Search for Cause of Power Outage Continues
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