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The Central Trend

The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

Weston Haywood begins getting more and more excited for the life ahead of him.
Weston Haywood’s love for sports introduced him to his future career
Addie McDowell, Staff Photographer • April 15, 2025

As senior Weston Haywood comes closer to the transition from high school to college, he has become increasingly excited about his dream career:...

The rain has washed away the chalk of my childhood.
The poignant corners of chipping paint and years gone by
Kathryn Campbell, Copy Editor • April 25, 2025

Although the walls of my room are plastered with the contemporary coating of pearly white paint, the soothing sight of bright teal—a capsule of a younger version of me—reveals itself beneath...

I'm Still Here was one of the best films I have seen in a long time.
I’m Still Here is a stunning, searing portrayal of grief, love, and family
Maylee Ohlman, Managing Editor of Publicity • April 18, 2025

The opening shot of I’m Still Here shows Eunice Paiva (Fernanda Torres) suspended in the water of the South Atlantic Ocean, eyes toward the...

Though Anora was a technically beautiful film, I had trouble with it from a personal standpoint.
The copious amount of awards Anora won were justified from a technical standpoint, but my opinions were skewed after my experience with the film
Rowan Szpieg, Editor-in-Chief • April 16, 2025

The following story contains descriptions of the life of a sex worker I like to think of myself as a pretty sensible person. Socially,...

MaRynn Taylor is going to be country music's next big thing.
With her southern charm and catchy lyrics, MaRynn Taylor is country music’s next big thing
Alex Smith, Editor-in-Chief • April 16, 2025

I have always tried to go to as many concerts as possible. Seeing an artist I love performing live and being surrounded by other people who love...

The prequel's cover presents a mockingjay in direct opposition to a snake, mirroring how Haymitch stood up to the Capitol throughout his games.
Although its exposition felt more like a quality fanfiction than a decent prequel, the body of Sunrise on the Reaping came through with strength and made it a promising addition to The Hunger Games universe
Micah McClarty, Copy Editor • April 15, 2025

This review was written assuming the reader has read The Hunger Games. Watch out for spoilers. One of the things I admire most about Suzanne...

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Bella Ramsey has proven they are Ellie with their incredible acting in both Season 1 and the first two episodes of Season 2.
Why, regardless of your opinion, Bella Ramsey is and will always be Ellie
Maylee Ohlman, Managing Editor of Publicity • April 22, 2025

On March 13, exactly a month before the premiere episode of Season 2 of The Last of Us was released, British Vogue posted a video on the social...

With everything bubbled down to "easy-to-consume" content it has become necessary to get ourselves and ideas across as efficiently as possible.
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April 21, 2025
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One of my favorite action shots that I've taken at a football game.
A guide to taking the best sports photos
Addie McDowell, Staff Photographer • April 25, 2025

This year, I became the Staff Photographer for The Central Trend. Throughout the past eight months, I’ve had to figure out the best ways to...

Photo Gallery: Valentine's Day and Jersey Day
Photo Gallery: Valentine’s Day and Jersey Day
Addie McDowell, Staff Photographer • February 17, 2025