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Cobbler Roundup: Theatre up, Covid down, PE changes

Here are things of note around Central High School for February 17, 2022. Continue reading Cobbler Roundup: Theatre up, Covid down, PE changes

Mr. SheehyFebruary 17, 2022February 17, 2022
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Teachers Happier with Second Semester Distance Learning

From the teachers’ perspective, the second semester of distance learning has gotten better. Continue reading Teachers Happier with Second Semester Distance Learning

Mr. SheehyMarch 3, 2021March 2, 2021
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Make-Up Window Draws Mixed Reactions

The school-wide make-up window employed at the end of the first semester has drawn mixed reactions from teachers and students. Continue reading Make-Up Window Draws Mixed Reactions

Mr. SheehyFebruary 19, 2021February 19, 2021
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Almost Half of Distance Learning Students Returned to Central at Semester

Close to half of the Central students enrolled in the district’s distance learning program returned to in-person classes for the second semester. Continue reading Almost Half of Distance Learning Students Returned to Central at Semester

Mr. SheehyFebruary 17, 2021February 18, 2021
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Cobbler Teachers Persevering Through 2020

Teachers at Central have had a lot to adjust to in 2020, from distance learning to new curriculum to new learning management systems. What do they think about it all? Continue reading Cobbler Teachers Persevering Through 2020

Mr. SheehyDecember 17, 2020December 17, 2020
Lifestyle

5 Questions for 5 Artists

Local artists are finding creative ways to implement the strain of quarantine into their daily lives and work. Continue reading 5 Questions for 5 Artists

Lucy WoodsMay 28, 2020May 29, 2020
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Students’ Social Media Use Increases During Isolation

Students are using social media more during the Covid-19 distancing, but they say they are avoiding news-driven sites. Continue reading Students’ Social Media Use Increases During Isolation

Mr. SheehyMay 8, 2020May 8, 2020
Lifestyle

Covid Baking Provides a New Challenge

Why pine away in loneliness when you can bake an upside down pineapple cake? Baking provides a creative outlet and the time alone has provided many people a chance to try it.  Continue reading Covid Baking Provides a New Challenge

Mr. SheehyMay 5, 2020
News

Quarantine Challenges Students’ Friendships

School is full of friends–so what are students doing to connect with friends when school is done at home?  Continue reading Quarantine Challenges Students’ Friendships

Mr. SheehyMay 5, 2020
News

Students Taking AP Tests at Home

The disruptions of Covid-19 reach down to students taking AP exams–this year exams will be administered online and students will take them from their homes.  Continue reading Students Taking AP Tests at Home

Mr. SheehyMay 5, 2020
Commentary

Coffee Shops a Point of Contact Even at a Distance

While the Covid-19 restrictions cut off most sanctuaries outside homes, coffee shops were still able to provide some point of connection.  Continue reading Coffee Shops a Point of Contact Even at a Distance

Mr. SheehyMay 5, 2020
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Teachers Attempting to Bridge Distance

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Central’s teachers are attempting to bridge physical distance to reach their students; they’re also struggling with not being able to do what they normally do. Continue reading Teachers Attempting to Bridge Distance

Mr. SheehyApril 25, 2020
News

Students Find Online Learning Poses Challenges

Rapid City students may not be coming to school each day, but they are still facing plenty of academic challenges. Continue reading Students Find Online Learning Poses Challenges

Mr. SheehyApril 25, 2020
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Cobblers React to Coronavirus Closure with Concern, Optimism, and Curiosity

While Cobblers are reacting optimistically to schools being closed for the coronavirus pandemic, AP students and students in activities are most concerned.  Continue reading Cobblers React to Coronavirus Closure with Concern, Optimism, and Curiosity

Mr. SheehyMarch 14, 2020
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