Students’ Excuses Can Be Over the Top
Some students’ explanations for being tardy or late have created memories, if not excused absences. Continue reading Students’ Excuses Can Be Over the Top
Category: Lifestyle
AP Classes: What’s to Know?
As students register for classes, many of next year’s upperclassmen will be deciding whether to take an AP class. What should they consider? Continue reading AP Classes: What’s to Know?
What to Do During Winter Break
This year, our winter break is 12 days long. While many of us are going out of town to visit family, some of us are stuck here in town without our pals. What is a bored student to do? Continue reading What to Do During Winter Break
Central Students’ Five Favorite Christmas Movies
In America, Christmas and movies go together like hot chocolate and marshmallows. Central students have clear favorites when it comes to this holiday’s classic films. Continue reading Central Students’ Five Favorite Christmas Movies
Cobblers Up Close: Troy the Security Guard
Careers in the Marines, Air Force, and police have prepared Troy for this moment: Security at Central High School! Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Troy the Security Guard
5 Ways to Make the Most of Snowboarding in South Dakota
With December’s snow day and Christmas break looming, it’s time to consider winter play. Snowboarder Parker Roose has some advice for maximizing fun on South Dakota’s slopes. Continue reading 5 Ways to Make the Most of Snowboarding in South Dakota
Recipe: Jammin’ Jam
Jam is one of the most agile foods in a fridge, and the best jams are the ones you make yourself. Here is a raspberry jalapeño jelly that you will love in so many ways… Continue reading Recipe: Jammin’ Jam
Ask Sr. Sally: Why Be a Mentor for Cobbler 2 Cobbler?
As freshmen consider what they want to be involved in for the rest of high school, should they consider stepping into the role of mentor? Continue reading Ask Sr. Sally: Why Be a Mentor for Cobbler 2 Cobbler?
Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Riggs
Lurking in the far reaches of the science wing in a lair plastered with movie-posters is a movie buff, sci-fi writer, and sometime walking bacon, Mr. Riggs. Meet this Real Life Hero, who has devoted his career to delivering students from the evils of physics confusion and despair. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Riggs
Being a Teenager Back in the Day
Was it harder or easier to be a teenager “back in the day”? Chance Cortez asked his great-grandparents and discovered it was both. Continue reading Being a Teenager Back in the Day
Ask Sr. Sally: First Day of Freshman Year
If freshman year seems bad, Senior Sally’s experiences can show you this: it often gets better. Continue reading Ask Sr. Sally: First Day of Freshman Year
Cobblers Up Close: Riley McSherry
Kicking it off with the signing of a letter of intent to wrestle at South Dakota State University, Riley McSherry’s senior year is the fulfillment of a wrestling dream. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Riley McSherry
Ask Sr. Sally: Do Grades Matter?
Parents, teachers, and parents are always harping on the importance of students’ grades. Are they right to do it? Why do they matter? Continue reading Ask Sr. Sally: Do Grades Matter?
Cobblers Up Close: ACES
Hidden in the drama club is a club within the club: ACES, a closely knit quartet of select membership. Who are these diminutive and talented theatre technicians? Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: ACES
Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Knowles
Some teachers are so much a part of Central High School it’s hard to imagine when they weren’t a part of it. Orchestra teacher Bruce Knowles heads such a list. But where did this man come from? And why did he choose to stay here? Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Knowles
Ask Sr. Sally: Friends vs. Significant Other
Balancing time with friends and significant others is a challenge many students face, and Senior Sally has some ideas about how to do it. Continue reading Ask Sr. Sally: Friends vs. Significant Other
The Pine Needle 