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The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

After a memorable four years at FHC, Alex Smith looks ahead hopefully to her future.
Through her profuse passions, Alex Smith has achieved her dreams and left behind her legacy as a leader
Ella Peirce, Editor-in-Chief • May 9, 2025

Whether because of a bulletin board, her brother, or a journalism conference, senior Alex Smith discovered several of the incredible extracurriculars...

So many people in the world, and yet, I thought of you.
The ripple effect and the realization you’re in love
Maylee Ohlman, Managing Editor of Publicity • May 15, 2025

You know that feeling when you’re falling in love? Maybe you do, and maybe you don’t. I think it depends on the person. But I can bet you’ve felt it before, whether you recognize it...

While the pictures for the McCrispy seem enticing, they did not look the same way in person.
I’m not lovin’ McDonald’s new menu item, the McCrispy Strips
Katty Anderson, Staff Writer • May 12, 2025

Arguably, the best food imaginable is McDonald’s fries. They “hit the spot” no matter what situation I find myself in: after sports practice,...

Severance star, Adam Scott, has given an excellent performance throughout the show.
After a long wait, Severance season two has more than lived up to its high expectations
Addie Woltil, Copy Editing Manager • May 9, 2025

Recently, I was introduced to an absolute gem of a show: Severance.  As someone who faces most show recommendations with reluctance and tends...

Orchard House has released their spring drink specials and they're stunning.
Orchard House Books and Cafe’s spring lineup has something for everyone
Sophia Mix, Staff Writer • May 6, 2025

When I was little, before I was ever in school, my mom was pursuing her bachelor’s degree. Because my dad worked full-time, I would sometimes...

The movie poster for "A Real Pain," featuring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin.
A Real Pain is universal, capturing bittersweetness and comedy
Elle Manning, Managing Editor of Operations • May 2, 2025

This review contains spoilers for the film A Real Pain. American movies about Europe are often one of two extremes: an absolutely devastating...

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Trump's Trump 2028 hat that poses the threat; are we really turning toward fascism?
Are we really in a Western descent toward fascism?
Addie Woltil, Copy Editing Manager • April 29, 2025

It is often the case that the term fascist is used to describe conservative politicians. When any politician who leans right makes a move that...

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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The movie posters for Moonrise Kingdom, The Lorax, and The Outsiders.
April 2025: film reflection
Elle Manning, Managing Editor of Operations • May 12, 2025

With the first AP exam week in full swing, my free time is understandably in short supply.  This has meant less time for movies and cinematic...

Photo Gallery: Senior Recognition
Photo Gallery: Senior Recognition
Addie McDowell, Staff Photographer • May 11, 2025