Cora is entering her second year at CHS and first-year writing for The Central Trend. While new to her, she is excited to explore column writing and see where it takes her. Although she is not the most enthusiastic about sports, she’s proud to say she was part of the FHC JV tennis team last spring and hopes to join again this coming spring. When out of school, Cora likes to spend her time hanging out with friends and procrastinating on homework. Despite her grandparent’s consistent questions, Cora has still not quite figured out what she wishes to pursue later in life. She hopes that perhaps participating in The Central Trend could help her find an answer to this question.
Some people might say that math and science are the worst part of school; however, senior Audery Blosser can’t get enough. Out of school, Audrey participates in the Forest Hills Central Science Olympiad...
Everyone has pet peeves that annoy them to no end. A lot of people share the same pet peeves, making them a common and relatable experience. However, some pet peeves are a lot worse than others. People...
How did I get here? I’m almost sixteen, I almost have my license, and I’m in high school. When did I get here? I have a clearer memory of when I was younger, picturing myself where I am now, than I...
The Medieval Age is usually thought of for its heroic knights and elegant royalty. However, if you look a little closer, you’ll see it was anything but glamorous. So far, in fact, it is almost humorously...
Even the sun, in all its wisdom, yearns wearily for summer. It stretches its arms, holding out as long as it can to savor the splendor of a summer eve. Against cloudless skies, it paints fireworks or pinks,...
82% of people in the United States have a sibling, but what about those special few with a sibling who's not older or younger but the same age? Yes, twins. Whether they are identical or fraternal, they’re...
Green trees and a warm breeze, it's off to Florida, she goes. Through leaps and spins, junior Ellie Stone has been gaining traction in her dancing career. Now, she and the Forest Hills Central Varsity...
A lot of people are proud owners of pets, whether that be a cat, dog, hamster, or bunny. And a lot of people can claim to have watched all, or a lot of, Disney princess movies. While each animal has its...
Every once in a while, Google graces us with a little game or fun fact in its logo, which I’ve learned are called Google Doodles. I realize now how perfect that name is. It’s fun, bubbly, and catchy,...
Disney movies are supposed to leave you with that warm and fuzzy feeling of nostalgia. However, no matter how well-written or animated a movie is sometimes something in there just irks me. Whether it doesn't...
I’ve known you forever. I’ve given you so much of me. Our lives have overlapped so much that I’d swear you were a part of me. My oldest, dearest, and closest friends, why do I feel like it's coming...
Despite a later start to the sport, senior Sawyer Jordan continues to improve and participate in the Forest Hills Central Varsity Men's tennis team. Unlike most athletes, especially varsity athletes, who...
Warm air slapped my face. I should’ve been mad but all I could do was smile. Balmy summer air hammered through the opened car windows, and the comfort of the night warmed the passenger seat. Even in...
While New Year's resolutions are usually a great incentive to make the coming year the most productive it can be, they aren't the easiest to stick to. And, when your resolutions fall through, it's easy...
Today is the same day as last week. The same day as yesterday and last year. Today is the same day as she's done before. She has checked every box and completed every challenge, and yet, today faces her...
As much as I try to fend it off, it always comes for me. In the happiest highs of my life, like an ominous cloud of fog, it marches towards me constantly. It seeps through doors and window cracks, over...
It’s been a while since I last saw you. A couple of years have passed, yet I remember you. I want to ask you how you’ve been, but I know that is impossible. You’re gone, and that's okay. But if some...
Christmas time isn’t just for family but also for friends. A great way to involve your friends in the holiday festivities is through activities such as Secret Santa. Secret Santa is a type of gift swap...
Thank you to my OG table:
Thank you, Katty. Thank you for the Chex mix and personalized water bottle and shoes. I can see and feel the time and effort you put into our friendship. I can only dream...
Cora Beels, Junior Staff Writer
• November 11, 2024
Every once in a while Google graces us with a little game or fun fact in its logo, which I’ve now learned is called Google Doodles. Even if I tried, I don’t think I could come up with a better name...
Being creative doesn't necessarily mean creating a perfect charcoal sketch of a famous celebrity or a tranquil painting of a sunset. You can be creative without necessarily being a “creative person.”...
Let's be honest: as much as Thanksgiving is about gratitude, it's also very much about the food.
As someone who comes from a big family, our Thanksgiving spread is equally hefty. So much so that my...
Dear elementary school lunch tables,
I know I didn't appreciate you at the time. I’d like to apologize. Yes, you were bossy and loud, and yes, you’d always smell like lingering bologna and sharp...
