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2022 Science Olympiad State Competition Results
2022 Science Olympiad State Competition Results
2022 Winterfest Court Announcement
2022 Winterfest Court Announcement
FHC Inspires Announcement
FHC Inspires Announcement
Bandtasia announcement and information
Bandtasia announcement and information
Class of 2020 Homecoming Court Announcment
Class of 2020 Homecoming Court Announcment
Junie Zetocha has gained an immense amount of knowledge and confidence from her time in forensics speech
Junie Zetocha has gained an immense amount of knowledge and confidence from her time in forensics speech
Improv Central 2023 Q&A’s
Paige Hallock, our newest Health and Fit for Life teacher.
New Health teacher Paige Hallock immerses herself into the uplifting environment that FHC has to offer
Angelina Coulson is the newest member of the counseling office staff.
Angelina Coulson takes on FHC as the newest addition to the counseling office staff
New FHC Spanish teacher Ana Oshnock.
New teacher Ana Oshnock finds the beauty of Spanish in all aspects of her life
Junie Zetocha has gained an immense amount of knowledge and confidence from her time in forensics speech
Junie Zetocha has gained an immense amount of knowledge and confidence from her time in forensics speech
Paige Hallock, our newest Health and Fit for Life teacher.
New Health teacher Paige Hallock immerses herself into the uplifting environment that FHC has to offer
Angelina Coulson is the newest member of the counseling office staff.
Angelina Coulson takes on FHC as the newest addition to the counseling office staff
New FHC Spanish teacher Ana Oshnock.
New teacher Ana Oshnock finds the beauty of Spanish in all aspects of her life
A photo of FHCs new security officer: Lisa Stukkie
Lisa Stukkie is looking forward to engaging with FHC’s community in a new way through her job as a security officer
Improv Central 2023 Q&A’s
FHC Inspires Q&As 2023
FHC Inspires Q&As 2023
Prom Court Q&As 2023: Athan Hillman
Prom Court Q&As 2023: Athan Hillman
Prom Court Q&As: Gabby Hendricks
Prom Court Q&As: Gabby Hendricks
Film Festival Q&As 2023
Film Festival Q&As 2023
A picture of me transporting all 12 drinks I chaotically ordered.
Starbucks’ fall menu fell short of my expectations
Its a silhouette photo of you in a parking lot at sunset; thats dramatic. -Sofia Hargis-Acevedo
A televised edition: episode three—soap opera
Some of my favorite memories were spent at my neighborhood ice rink as seen in the photo.
I live with the “Once I’s”
For iPhone 15s and newer products, the charging port is the USB-C.
Apple cords—not apple cores—are ending up in landfills now
A picture of me moments before visiting a college I would never apply to in Boston.
Dear Present me: don’t forget the outliers
A picture of me transporting all 12 drinks I chaotically ordered.
Starbucks’ fall menu fell short of my expectations
The movie poster for Disneys Elemental.
Elemental is a cute story with an important lesson ingrained within
The poster for this romantically, cute move: Love at First Sight.
Love at First Sight was a comfortingly cute take on romantic comedies
The album cover for Speak Now (Taylors Version) is simply a new rendition of the original.
“From The Vault” tracks made Taylor Swift’s Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) even better than I’d hoped
The white peach flavor of the ZOA zero sugar drink.
ZOA Energy “rocked” my energy drink world
The white peach flavor of the ZOA zero sugar drink.
ZOA Energy “rocked” my energy drink world
A Scooters Coffee drive-through: quick and convenient.
Scooter’s Coffee was spirited and speedy
The great drink I had and the even better cat I cuddled with.
The Happy Cat Café’s revamp renders it complete
An example of delicious french fries (although I would need to taste them to really know their merit)
A comprehensive(ish) ranking of West Michigan french fries
The image displays a can of Vernors Black Cherry Ginger Soda
Vernors Black Cherry initially sparked satisfaction, only to end in a flat sigh
The album cover for Speak Now (Taylors Version) is simply a new rendition of the original.
“From The Vault” tracks made Taylor Swift’s Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) even better than I’d hoped
The purple GUTS album cover
Olivia Rodrigo’s second album perfectly exhibits her musical talent and left me in awe
The album cover for Hoziers Unreal Unearth, which was an absolute masterpiece.
Unreal Unearth easily proves that Hozier is a lyrical and musical genius
The album cover of Bewitched features the artist herself, Laufey, in a glowing appearance.
Laufey’s new album Bewitched is bewitching in itself
The two characters that the music videos follow: d4vd and his lover
D4vd’s “Sleep Well” music video felt like an enchanting dream
The movie poster for Disneys Elemental.
Elemental is a cute story with an important lesson ingrained within
The Red, White, and Royal Blue movie poster.
The film adaptation of Red, White, and Royal Blue exceeded my every expectation
The poster for Oppenheimer that has already brought in 900 million dollars to the box office.
Oppenheimer was the perfect blend of history and cinema
Guardian of the Galaxy Vol. 3: the movie poster. A beautiful depiction of my new favorite found family.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: I sobbed like a baby and so will you
The Super Mario Bros. Movie brought me back to my childhood
The Super Mario Bros. Movie brought me back to my childhood
Season four cover for HSMTMTS
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series had four seasons too many
The poster for the second season of The Summer I turned Pretty on Amazon Prime Video.
The second season of The Summer I Turned Pretty has me waiting in agony for the third
The Last of Us is a expertly crafted masterpiece worth your time and attention
The Last of Us is a expertly crafted masterpiece worth your time and attention
The poster for Amazon Prime Videos new series: Daisy Jones & The Six
Amazon Prime Video’s Daisy Jones & The Six was captivating in its creative storytelling
One of the posters for the third season of Outer Banks, which was released Feb. 23.
The third season of Outer Banks was incredibly entertaining, and I am in agony waiting for more episodes
I wish it was easier to forget Memory Lane
I wish it was easier to forget Memory Lane
Although The Spanish Love Deception had potential, it was an overall disappointment.
The Spanish Love Deception fell short of minimal romance standards
The cover of Icebreaker by Hannah Grace, an adorable hockey romance
Icebreaker by Hannah Grace is a cozy romcom for lovers of winter
Daphne kept me captivated throughout the entire book.
Daphne is a creepily thrilling read
One of the many stunning illustrations by Little Chmura in The Atlas Paradox
The Atlas Paradox was an existential masterpiece
A picture of the improv team at the end of their show.
Improv Central 2022 prompted laughs from start to finish
High School Musical Jr. opening night gives the original High School Musical a run for its money
High School Musical Jr. opening night gives the original High School Musical a run for its money
Image of the playbill created by Jess Siswick for Ratatouille: The Tiktok Musical
Ratatouille: The Tiktok Musical was impressive for its time frame
FHC’s production of The Crucible was a success due to immense passion and utter talent
FHC’s production of The Crucible was a success due to immense passion and utter talent
Improv After Dark’s talented cast provided an entertaining, humorous show for a mature audience
Improv After Dark’s talented cast provided an entertaining, humorous show for a mature audience
One of the many pathways we walked under, every picture is taken by me.
With flashing colors and blinding lights, John Ball Zoo’s lantern festival is a blazing spectacle
The great drink I had and the even better cat I cuddled with.
The Happy Cat Café’s revamp renders it complete
These are my two favorite patterns of Chaco sandals currently.
Step into this summer with new sandals
Tree Hut shea sugar scrubs are the perfect addition to any routine
Tree Hut shea sugar scrubs are the perfect addition to any routine
Tuv celebrating 100k followers on Instagram in his classic Earl T-shirt.
Earldoesntexist is a stand-out start-up
Its a silhouette photo of you in a parking lot at sunset; thats dramatic. -Sofia Hargis-Acevedo
A televised edition: episode three—soap opera
Some of my favorite memories were spent at my neighborhood ice rink as seen in the photo.
I live with the “Once I’s”
A picture of me moments before visiting a college I would never apply to in Boston.
Dear Present me: don’t forget the outliers
The little girl inside will forever be here, just hidden by the tangled memories.
The end of the beginning: her necklaces tangle like memories
A younger me and my sister on a visit to see our Nana and Poppy.
My writing garden — poppy
Its a silhouette photo of you in a parking lot at sunset; thats dramatic. -Sofia Hargis-Acevedo
A televised edition: episode three—soap opera
My beautiful smiling girl, my darling sister.
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 40
The recurring characters of Eva and Co., the sitcom that never existed.
A televised edition: episode 2—sitcom
Me and my sunshine—otherwise known as my Aunt Kay—eating dinner together this summer.
In this moment – my time in the sun
A picture of me and Hannah Levering at thirteen
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 13
For iPhone 15s and newer products, the charging port is the USB-C.
Apple cords—not apple cores—are ending up in landfills now
Vivek Ramaswamy attempts to secure a spot in the presidential race during the Republican primary debate.
Ramaswamy’s bold moves have failed him
The fine September morning the editorial idea came to me.
FHC’s driving etiquette has some unspoken rules
The sulfate-free, paraben-free, silicone-free, dye-free, and cruelty-free shampoo and conditioner that I bought from Love Beauty and Planet.
Are sulfates, parabens, and silicones bad for hair?
Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy frustrated with his fellow representatives.
A government shutdown may be approaching, and the public is unable to stop it
A few pictures of outfits from the past few months
Five steps to unlocking your closet’s whole potential
A collage of my fall so far, including various pumpkin spice lattes and fall scents.
An all-encompassing guide to achieving the cozy autumn aesthetic
One of the promo pics for the returning pumpkin-flavored drinks.
Starbucks has been unimpressive in their recent seasonal menus
My favorite hairstyles: layered braids (bottom left), crossed braids (right), and a knotted bun (top left).
No more basic braids and slick-backs—it’s time to be original
One part of my Pinterest vision board for this summer
Amelia Abigail Alt’s Rules for Summer
Photo Gallery: Fall Ranger Challenge 2023
Photo Gallery: Fall Ranger Challenge 2023
Decision Day: Photo Gallery
Decision Day: Photo Gallery
Orange Week Assembly: Photo Gallery
Orange Week Assembly: Photo Gallery
FHCs Art Show: Photo Gallery
FHC’s Art Show: Photo Gallery
Great Gatsby Gallery Walk: Photo Gallery
Great Gatsby Gallery Walk: Photo Gallery
The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend
The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend
One of my favorite Sanrio collections, which is the Secret MeloKuro Series.

Sanrio offers comforting characters for all

Eva Harshman, Copy Editor
March 22, 2023
My home

My house is made of memories

Erika Trisch, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
A sunset photo on a plane ride to Amsterdam.

Travel brings tranquility

Addie Woltil, Junior Writer
October 31, 2022
This was in Isabela, Puerto Rico, where we stayed for part of our trip this summer.

I find solace in her wind, her water, her rain, her waves

Sofia Hargis-Acevedo, Editor in Chief
September 13, 2022
One of Natalies senior photos at Sparrows Coffee in GR Michigan

Natalie Mix visualizes the world through her story telling

Allie Beaumont, Staff Writer
April 29, 2022
Lake Atitlán

A glimpse of home and what it felt like

Marissa Lunt, Staff Writer
April 24, 2022
Me at my old magic spot—overwhelmed by emotion—from when I went to Goodwillie.

Finally home

Kiera Kemppainen, Social Media Manager
March 29, 2022
The view from a sidewalk bench in downtown Grand Rapids

I couldn’t have pictured this

Natalie Mix, Editor in Chief
September 28, 2021
I will forever miss you, but when you come back, I hope you are proud.

The future you gave me, thank you

Allie Beaumont, Publicity Managing Editor
May 4, 2021
Abby Wright has been on the staff of The Central Trend since her freshman year and has been Editor-in-Chief for the last two years.

Abby Wright finds home in the people and places that give her life color and vibrancy

Natalie Mix, Print Managing Editor
May 3, 2021
An image less reminiscent of the meaning of these words and more of the way they feel.

It’s about time I stop romanticizing her

Jessie Warren, Staff Writer
April 27, 2021
My past selves lead me home

My past selves lead me home

Lauren Batterbee, Print Managing Editor
April 21, 2021
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