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The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend

Katty Anderson

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer

Katty Anderson is a sophomore entering her first year on The Central Trend. On impulse, she decided to join Writing for Publication and is excited to see where this takes her. In her free time, she enjoys riding her horse Viña, and volunteering at her local horse stables. Aside from horses, she spends time hanging out with her close friends, cuddling her three dogs, and watching movies with her family. Katty is also an avid social media guru building a large following for her dog-themed sewing small business. 

Dream job: Equine vet

Favorite show to binge: Gilmore Girls

Best movie ever: Die Hard

Favorite song: “Floating in the Night” by Judah & The Lion

All content by Katty Anderson
Junior Olivia Latunski is a dedicated participant in FHC's track and field team.

Olivia Latunski dedicates her time to what she loves which prepares her for a bright future

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

Junior Olivia Latunski runs cross country and track for FHC, two sports that many others would not consider fun. Olivia chooses to give up most of her time to balance these two uncommon sports, AP classes,...

My dog, Archie, sat on the couch and waited for his treat very intently.

How to train your dog to sit

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

The sit command could easily be labeled as one of the easiest to teach a dog. It is one of the most basic and useful commands that your furry friend should master. It can help create a gateway for further...

So Close to What by Tate McRae is a masterpiece that will be sung by everyone for years to come.

Tate McRae transcends expectations in her new album, So Close to What

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

Tate McRae’s new album, So Close to What, is a masterpiece that perfectly captures the essence of girl boss energy, blending raw emotion with unapologetic confidence. Whether you are looking to relax...

"Heat Waves" by Glass Animals became the longest-charting song on the Hot 100 of all time.

Underappreciated music artists that deserve some more hype

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer February 21, 2025

After attending a OneRepublic concert in November, I have been thoroughly enjoying music from Judah and The Lion, a small group of two artists, Judah Akers and Brandon Macdonald. They have great music...

Sadie is a current player on the FHC Girl's Varsity Tennis team.

Junior Sadie Koffman is not only a jack of all trades but a master of them, too

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

Imagine running through the hallway, reenacting a scene like you were in the middle of a warzone, and then going into the woods to hear the sound of gagging because some of your teammates had a dead, rotting...

I will never get tired of the endless enthusiasm Charlie brings to my life.

I don’t think I can ever let you go

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer February 9, 2025

I don’t know how it happened. One minute, you were a lively little fluffball, bouncing off the walls like a caffeinated squirrel, and now, well, you’re not that. You still try, but you’re slowing...

A curated music playlist can make any situation more enjoyable.

Three tips to make the perfect music playlist

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

I have enjoyed listening to music since I was a child, but I never really decided to make my own playlist or pick the songs I listened to. Instead, I’d rather just listen to a radio station—at least...

Little me, when all I cared about was where my stuffed animals were and what my next snack would be.

Fake it till you make it

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer January 30, 2025

As a kid, I liked myself. Surprising, right? The fact that a little kid may actually have confidence in themselves; maybe it’s being naive or the bliss of being oblivious to judgment. I went into elementary...

Addyson is sad to leave her high school days behind, but excited for what her future holds.

Varsity basketball captain Addyson Casten’s journey comes full circle

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer January 30, 2025

Addyson Casten is the hardworking and enthusiastic captain of FHC’s varsity girls' basketball team, where she competes skillfully and confidently as a shooting guard. She has been playing for five years...

143 by Katy Perry was one of her worst albums and was not received well by critics.

Katy Perry’s new album 143 is not the “Roar” I was hoping for

Katty Anderson, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

I can still remember how my friends and I used to blast “Roar”  and “California Gurls” by Katy Perry when we were younger, acting like professional singers while holding our hairbrushes. It was...

There are various activities that can be done when you're snowed in that don't involve social media.

Four ways to occupy yourself and stay off of your phone during a winter day stuck inside

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer December 13, 2024

Some of my favorite winter memories are hanging out with friends, going sledding, or making snow angels in my backyard, but when the snow is a little too crazy, or the temperatures are below the desirable...

Junior Emma Goring putting in full effort to make it to the finish line before her competitors.

Emma Goring learns the importance of perseverance and self-discipline through track

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer December 9, 2024

In a world where most people see running as a struggle, junior Emma Goring finds it as her greatest source of strength. Every mile and challenge has shown her the importance of discipline and patience...

The monochrome album cover of Shawn Mendes's new album, Shawn.

Shawn Mendes’s new album, Shawn, marks a bold, introspective shift in his career

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer December 9, 2024

We’ve all heard the song “There’s Nothin’ Holding Me Back” by Shawn Mendes, but have you heard Mendes’s new self-titled album Shawn? Believe it or not, Mendes has done more than bless us with...

Colored leaves changing as they go through the seasons.

Echos of old conversations

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer December 4, 2024

There is a strange beauty to missing my old friends. It is not just the gap they leave but how their absence alters the path of my life, like how the seasons shift. Each in their own way a part of me,...

TCT's The Countless Thanks 2024: Katty Anderson

TCT’s The Countless Thanks 2024: Katty Anderson

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer November 25, 2024

I am thankful for everyone in my life; you all have given me something to be grateful for. Even if I didn’t mention your name, I am still thrilled to have the privilege of knowing you all in my first...

Every person in your life makes an impact and teaches you a lesson.

A wish for what’s missing

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer November 19, 2024

This feeling of wanting and yet not wanting it at all is odd. I have always imagined what it would be like to have siblings. To have someone to argue with, someone to share the blame with when things go...

My dad and I in Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii during an ATV tour.

Dad, you’re my hero

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer November 15, 2024

Padre, Táto, and Pére. All these words mean the same thing: Dad.  You are my favorite person in the entire universe. I’m sorry I haven’t written you this letter sooner, but there is no better time...

The album cover of OneRepublic's new album, Artificial Paradise.

OneRepublic’s new album, Artificial Paradise, is more than just what meets the eye

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer November 6, 2024

I’ve always been fascinated by music and have wanted to play an instrument since I was a little girl. Unfortunately, I did not inherit my dad’s musical talent, so that dream did not last long. Instead,...

A few of the premium options available on the Grammarly website.

Helpful grammar correcting sites such as Grammarly are getting more and more greedy

Katty Anderson, Junior Writer October 31, 2024

Grammarly. The one-stop editing shop. It can be a saving grace in some situations but a problem-causer in others. Lately, it has been increasing the exclusivity of its features and labeling them “Premium.”...

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