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Massie seeks reelection to BOE
Special to the News My name is Sharon Eason Massie, and I have qualified to run as candidate for Coosa County District I Board of Education. I have served as the District I representative for the past six years. Prior to these six years, I worked 36 years for the Coosa County Board in various…
Read MoreCentral High School announces Teacher of the Month, Morris Phillips
Special to the News Mr. Phillips teaches ninth grade geometry and tenth grade algebra at Central High School. This is Mr. Phillips’ twentieth year in education and his second year at Central High School. Phillips said, “I really enjoy teaching at Central and look forward to coming to work everyday.” He added, “I…
Read MoreCentral High School holds second nine-weeks awards celebration, ceremony
Students who received awards for Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance and iReady awards were treated to a celebration of pizza, cake and punch courtesy of SGA before going to the second nine-weeks Awards Ceremony. Thank you to Ms. Phillips for getting us a special deal on the pizza, Dr. Watson for picking up the pizzas and counselor Wade for compiling the award lists…
Read MoreCentral High School announces Students of the Month
Central High School proudly recognizes Jorden Conway, a seventh-grade student, as a January Student of the Month. Jorden is the son of Nekedra Conway and Edward Conway. Teachers describe him as a student who consistently comes to class prepared, follows directions diligently and takes his schoolwork very seriously. He remains focused in class and…
Read MoreCongratulations to Jordan Bryant for being named Central High School Teacher of the Month
Ms. Bryant is a special education teacher at Central High School who works with our eleventh and twelfth grade students. Besides supporting the students in their academic classes, Ms. Bryant also teaches life transition classes. Ms. Bryant says she focuses on helping her students develop life skills, confidence and independence as they prepare for life after high school. When asked what she…
Read MorePride of Coosa County band presents Christmas Concert
Special to the News Family and friends were treated to an array of holiday favorites as the Central Beginner Band and Concert Band, under the direction of Mr. Darryl Ingram, presented their Christmas Concert. The elementary school Beginner Band opened the concert with “Up on the House Top” followed by “Jingle Bells.” Everyone was so impressed with the progress the Beginner Band has…
Read More$3 million in welding scholarships now open for applications
Deadline to apply is March 1 Special to the News From technical schools to degree programs, scholarships are available to support students entering one of the nation’s most in-demand careers. The American Welding Society (AWS) Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship season, with $2.7 million available to support students pursuing welding and related…
Read MoreCentral High School students perform Christmas play
Central High School recently received a grant to present a Christmas play. The play was directed by our former theatre teacher and professional actor, Ron McCall. In addition, paraprofessional Justine Clark was instrumental in assisting with production and coordinating details. The play was a lighthearted Christmas tale and musical where teenagers find themselves without…
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