ODYSSEY Media Group

ODYSSEY Media Group Keeping Central informed since 2003. Each production is an open public forum for student expression under the guidance of a faculty adviser.

The ODYSSEY Media Group is a multi-platform publication group, which consists of a student-produced newsmagazine, website, broadcast team, literary-art magazine and social media outlets. Works are published with the intent to inform, entertain and give voice to the Clarke Central High School community, as well as to educate student journalists and artists. Student journalists are provided with op

portunities to investigate, inform, interpret and to evaluate: all traditionally accepted functions of the press in America. The ODYSSEY was established in 2003 and publishes across platform. Published opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of anyone other than the staff. The ODYSSEY staff is committed to reflect the mission statement set forth by Clarke Central High School. The goals of the staff are to provide fair, accurate news and commentaries, as well as to serve the interests of the school and Athens’ community. Advertising must conform to the guidelines set forth for editorials. Publication of advertisements does not indicate an endorsement by CCHS or the ODYSSEY staff. Students pictured in advertisements are not given monetary compensation. All advertising rates are available upon request from any ODYSSEY staff member. The ODYSSEY is a member of the Quill and Scroll Honor Society, Georgia Scholastic Press Association, Columbia Scholastic Press Association, National Scholastic Press Association and Southern Interscholastic Press Association.

On July 23, schedules for the 2025-26 school year were released to students on Infinite Campus. Graphic by Edie Ash.
07/24/2025

On July 23, schedules for the 2025-26 school year were released to students on Infinite Campus. Graphic by Edie Ash.

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group and the iliad Literary-Art Magazine gathered in Room 231 for a press conference with ...
07/23/2025

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group and the iliad Literary-Art Magazine gathered in Room 231 for a press conference with CCHS and OMG alumni Robert Walker, Dallace Thomas, Eva Orbock and Ireland McCage on July 23. Senior Copy EditorCooper Jones, a rising senior, attended the conference and gained insights from the alumni panel. “They were all talking about how ODYSSEY (and iliad) translated into all of their careers. Them being on so many different paths and all agreeing on that was pretty impactful,”Jones said. “They have a lot of advice because they’ve already been through it all.”

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group and the iliad Literary-Art Magazine Editorial Boards and staff gathered in Room 231 f...
07/23/2025

Members of the ODYSSEY Media Group and the iliad Literary-Art Magazine Editorial Boards and staff gathered in Room 231 for the annual OMG Summer Workshop on July 22.  Freshman and Journalism I student Maya Pringle was a first time attendee. “I was a little nervous at first, but I feel (I’m) learning the layout and getting the hang of it,” Pringle said. “I feel like the people have been really welcoming and making sure we understand how to do projects, and its been really helpful.”

The ODYSSEY Media Group recognizes Juneteenth, a U.S. federal holiday that marks the end of slavery on June 19, 1865. Ju...
06/19/2025

The ODYSSEY Media Group recognizes Juneteenth, a U.S. federal holiday that marks the end of slavery on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth became an official federal holiday in 2021. Graphics by Edie Ash

The ODYSSEY Media Group wishes you a happy Father’s Day! Graphics by Edie Ash
06/15/2025

The ODYSSEY Media Group wishes you a happy Father’s Day! Graphics by Edie Ash

The Clarke County School District approved the promotion of Clarke Central High School Instructional Coach Alexis Scott ...
06/13/2025

The Clarke County School District approved the promotion of Clarke Central High School Instructional Coach Alexis Scott to the role of assistant principal at its June 12 meeting. Scott was a math department teacher at Flowery Branch High School, Foothills Charter School and Banks County High School before starting in her IC role at CCHS in 2021. “I am so excited to continue serving the students, families, and faculty of Clarke Central as a new assistant principal,” Scott said in a June 12 CCSD press release. “I promise to bring the same level of enthusiasm and dedication to my new role that I had during my time as an instructional coach. The Gladiator community is one that I hold dear, and I am thrilled to continue to be a part of it in this new capacity.” Photo fair use of the CCSD, story by Lea D’Angelo

An Athens community member watches the parade at PrideFest 2025: From Athens, with Pride, which was hosted by the Athens...
06/12/2025

An Athens community member watches the parade at PrideFest 2025: From Athens, with Pride, which was hosted by the Athens Pride and Q***r Collective on June 7. APQC Community Outreach Director Ida Barrett felt that recent changes in the political climate affected the atmosphere of this year’s PrideFest. “The LGBTQI community is under attack, (so) the vibe of today is a little heavier. We really want to showcase the breadth of the support directly within Athens,” Barrett said. “A big goal of today is that people feel hope. They feel connected to each other (and) to (APQC), and inspired to do the work that’s going to be required of us throughout this administration.” Story by Sasha Barkan, Photos by Lucca Fleenor and Sasha Barkan

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Memorial Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the last Monday of May each year. Memorial Day honors and mourns the Uni...
05/26/2025

Memorial Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the last Monday of May each year. Memorial Day honors and mourns the United States military personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Happy Memorial Day from the ODYSSEY Media Group. Graphic by Edie Ash

Two Clarke Central High School seniors take a picture before the CCHS 2025 Graduation Ceremony on May 22 in the E.B. Mel...
05/23/2025

Two Clarke Central High School seniors take a picture before the CCHS 2025 Graduation Ceremony on May 22 in the E.B. Mell Auditorium. For CCHS Class of 2025 graduate Corey Watkins, graduation offered a chance to reflect on his four years at CCHS. “My favorite memory (at CCHS) was the football game versus Oconee (County High School) my senior year. All of the emotion and stuff we had to do to overcome the score (and win) was just wonderful,” Watkins said. Photos by Kye Streetman and Iliana Tejada, story by Liya Taylor

ODYSSEY Media Group senior Kevin Capcha receives his diploma on May 22 during the CCHS 2025 Graduation Ceremony at the A...
05/23/2025

ODYSSEY Media Group senior Kevin Capcha receives his diploma on May 22 during the CCHS 2025 Graduation Ceremony at the Akins Ford Arena. This year, the iliad Literary-Art magazine graduated three seniors while the OMG graduated seven, including Capcha, who served as a Sports Staffer during his time in the program. “Graduating felt surreal because it marked the last time I’d see the people I’ve called classmates and friends over the past decade,” Capcha said. “I’ll miss the culture the OMG has and how it pushes you to keep doing work.” Photos by Iliana Tejada and courtesy of David Ragsdale, story by Liya Taylor

Clarke Central High School Class of 2205 graduate Sekayia Miller receives her diploma during the 2025 CCHS Graduation Ce...
05/22/2025

Clarke Central High School Class of 2205 graduate Sekayia Miller receives her diploma during the 2025 CCHS Graduation Ceremony at the Akins Ford Arena on May 22. CCHS special education department teacher Dr. Stefan Smith presented his daughter, CCHS Class of 2025 graduate Kyndle Smith, with her diploma at the ceremony. “It’s a great feeling to have your kid graduating. You get to hand them their diploma, (which is) really special,” Smith said. “She’s going to Kennesaw State University. She plans to be an accountant, (which) she loves doing.” Photos by Iliana Tejada, story by Liya Taylor

Clarke Central High School Class of 2025 valedictorian Wyatt Meyer gives his valedictory address during the 2025 CCHS Gr...
05/22/2025

Clarke Central High School Class of 2025 valedictorian Wyatt Meyer gives his valedictory address during the 2025 CCHS Graduation Ceremony on May 22 at the Akins Ford Arena. CCHS Class of 2025 graduate Juanita Langa-Attipoe moved to Athens from London two years ago and recognized the differences between her previous school and CCHS. “It felt great to walk across the stage. In London, we don’t have (ceremonies like today), so it was exciting,” Langa-Attipoe said. “I’ve enjoyed everything. It’s really different from high school in London. I’m going to miss it.” Photos by Kye Streetman and Iliana Tejada, story by Liya Taylor

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