DIY: Halloween Costumes Right out of Your Closet

Halloween is this Saturday, panthers!! While we may be a tad bit grown for trick or treatin', there will be a school dress up day held on October 30th. Don't let the price of buying a costume keep you from participating! You are more then likely to have something to make a costume right in your closet!

Yellow rain jacket? Check. Umbrella? Check. Cute, Cheap, Creative Costume? CHECK.

Match this rain day attire together to achieve a 'Morton Salt Girl' costume. It's unique, it's simple, and it's downright ADORABLE!

A kitty cat costume is the PRRRRfect costume

Let's face it, girls, we all shamefully own a leopard print top. So throw it on, along with an eyeliner and whiskers, and bam! You've become one feisty feline! Wanna' put some extra effort in? Cat accessory packs are sold at Party City for as low as $7.

 

Little Black Dress? More Like Bewitching Black Dress!

When all else fails, ladies, just wear that favorite little black dress of yours! Add a witch hat, or devil horns, and just like that, you've become a daughter of darkness.

Bohème Halloween

Anything Bohemian, from fringe to overly floral can be brought together for a wood nymph type look. Sticking to neutrals, and wearing a floral headband will really enhance this look!

Fashion Fridays

Here is yet another week showing off ChattCo's most stylish students. If you would like to be featured every other week on the blog, find a yearbook photographer during lunch to take your picture!

 Peyton's outfit is very cozy and is sure to keep anyone warm as the temperature drops. Her light denim pairs nicely with the large, chunky scarf and over-sized black cardigan. The distressed combat boots also add a nice touch.

Madison's preppy outfit is simple, but still fashionable. Her warm toned riding boots accentuate the large, plaid scarf. Her over-sized denim shirt is a classic, and perfect for anyone's fall closet.

Ardaiju's & Tyree's outfits are both simple with stylish touches. Ardaiju's look is accented by her 70's style flare pants, which is a huge trend for fall. The loud, black and white pattern is the focal point of the outfit. On the other hand, Tyree's outfit is a staple. The floral sandals go nicely with her mint sweater and dark jeans.

Olivia's outfit is great for anyone looking to add a bright touch to their closet. Her loud patterned dress matches well with her light denim jacket. Her shoes have a bohemian feel to them and go well with her dress.

Joe's sleek look is perfect for any guy looking to dress up without being overly formal. His silver collared shirt and dark cardigan are a perfect match to his two-toned, oxford style shoes. His watch especially adds a stylish touch.

 

Amanda B. Floyd

Editor

Last-Minute Halloween Costume

This is high school, and every year, you tell yourself, “Next year, I’ll get it together.” And here it is, 2015, and you still don’t have a costume.

This tutorial on how to make fake blood shall accompany a list of simple, last minute costumes.

THE EASIEST: SELF EXPLANATORY

This one is water based- so can easily be put in a spray bottle or water bottle.
Just take a bowl and mix:

• ¼ cup of water
• 4 drops red food coloring

Remember, food coloring stains! Don’t put it on any clothes you want to keep.

ALSO FAIRLY SIMPLE: MORE REALISTIC

In your bowl, mix:

• 1 TSP cocoa mix
• 2 TBSP corn syrup

MIX THESE UNTIL THERE ARE NO LUMPS
AFTER MIXTURE IS SMOOTH, ADD:

• 4 drops red food coloring

This mixture is kind of sticky; be careful not to get it on any important accessories.

THE FINAL: MOST REALISTIC

Mix into your bowl:

• ¼ cup of water
• 4 TBSP corn syriup

AFTER THE MIXTURE IS CONSISTENT, ADD:

• 8 drops red food coloring
• 2 drops yellow food coloring 
• 1 drop green food coloring

The different colors combine to make a dark, realistic colors.
This blood, however, will look a bit “older” on clothing.

Autumn R. Koblitz,

Editor

October Fashion Trends

MONTHLY TRENDS

A segment showcasing your fellow classmates incorporating this month’s hottest trends.

The beginning of fall has many of students bringing out their stripes!
Although Georgia isn't cold enough for sweaters and scarfs, the stripes have taken over fall so far.

Tiffany wears a basic black and white striped shirt with some light washed jeans and white converse. 

This basic outfit is a staple for all high school students.

     Stripes, stripes, and more stripes!

Kaliyah wears a black and white striped t-shirt dress with a jean jacket and white converse.
Ceferina is wearing a striped shirt with a red buffalo check flannel tied around her waist with black huraches.
Morgan is wearing a baseball inspired vertical stripe shirt with jeans and black vans.

Justin's outfit is a typical striped Ralph Lauren polo shirt with cargo pants and Jordan 14's.
This outfit is the go to look for many boys at Chattco, making this combination a big staple of Chattco as a whole.


Ceferina Dominguez, Coriana Solomon, and Breanna Valenzuela
Editors

Coach Spotlight: Ashley Breland

Q: What was your favorite thing about coaching the softball girls this past year?
A: My favorite part about coaching was being able to teach an awesome group of girls not only how to play the game but to love the game.

Q: Do you plan on coaching next year and what made you want to coach this year?

A: Yes I plan on coaching next year. I wanted to coach this year because I absolutely love this game. I have missed softball so much and to be able to come back to the high school that I graduated from and take the field as a coach was one of the most rewarding things I have ever done and I am forever grateful for the opportunity.

Q: This past season, who influenced the team the most and why?

A: I believe the better question would be who did not influence the team because everyone brought something to the plate and contributed to the team in some way, regardless of their position or status. With out each player on the field and in the dugout we would not have been as successful.

Q: When you were younger, could you have seen yourself as a softball coach? 

A:Yes!! From the time I was playing little league I knew that I never wanted to leave this game. My whole life has revolved around softball and I could not imagine living life without this game.

Q: What are your best memories and what will you miss the most about last season?

A: One of my favorite memories is the practice where we made a slip and slide and learned how to slide. That was definitely the most fun practice we had all season. Another one of my favorite memories is from the Manchester game because there were two outs made by putting Manchester in rundowns. One was between second base and third base (Aneesha, Brittany and Julia) and the other was between third base and home (Brittany and Chloe) The girls executed the plays with finesse and it was at that moment that I felt absolutely successful because we spent about half a practice working on that and to see them put what I taught them into action was one of the most rewarding times of my life. There are about a million more memories I could tell you about but I will just end this by saying I could not have asked for a better group of girls to have my very first year coaching at this level.

Brittany Church,

Editor

Fashion Fridays

 Here are some of ChattCo's most stylish students this week for Fashion Fridays!

Joi's look is well put together and perfect for fall. The white lace tank and denim jacket pair nicely with her maroon colored jeans. The studded oxfords are unique and add an edgy touch.

Bre's outfit is accented by her stylish military jacket. The warm toned floral shirt and bow flats add a girly touch, but the distressed jeans tie an edgy look into it.

Shailyn's look is very casual and sporty with her plain white tee and shoes. However, the dark floral infinity print scarf adds a girly touch and makes the outfit stand out.  

Zenobia's outfit especially stands out with her soft neutral printed pants. The denim jacket makes it perfect for fall! Her gold bracelet and watch add a chic touch to the outfit.

Tre's collared navy blue shirt seems simple at first, but with a closer look a skull detail is revealed. His shirt makes a great transition from summer to fall, and is perfect for anyone looking to add an edge to their outfit.

Amanda B. Floyd,

Editor

Kim Davis Is Released From Jail

Kim Davis, a Rowan County clerk in Kentucky, was released from jail on September 8th, 2015, and she had a few things to say to the press upon her release. On September, 4th, Davis was jailed for refusing to administer marriage licenses to gay couples. She used her religion as a clutch when she was asked why she did not do her job. Not only did she break the law by discriminating against a group of people while in the workplace, but she also abandoned the basic tasks that are assigned to her as county clerk.

Some may say that she has every right to refuse because she has the freedom to practice her religion, but as a government official, you have to abide by the law; however, if she owned a private business, she would have every right to refuse to serve whomever she pleases, but that was not the case here.

“I just want to give God the glory, keep on pressing, don’t let down because He is here.” Kim stated. Although her dedication to her faith is admirable, her unwillingness to fulfill the requirements demanded by her position is quite embarrassing and unneeded.

Tia D. Howard,

Editor



Student of the Month of October

6th Grade

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Maghan Robinson

Age: 11

Hometown: Cusseta, GA

Hobbies/Talents:

Roller skating

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

AB Honor Roll

Future Plans:

to become a doctor

Best Memory at Chattco:

grade level kickball games

7th Grade

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Bennet Trucale

Age: 12

Hometown: Caribou, ME

Hobbies/Talents:

drawing and hanging out with friends

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

Honor Roll

Future Plans:

to get a good job, house, and children.

Best Memory at Chattco:

making friends

8th Grade

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Emily Stewart

Age: 13

Hometown: Lumpkin, GA

Hobbies/Talents:

reading and drawing

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

NJHS, peerhelper, watergirl, Honor Roll

Future Plans:

to attend college at the University of Georgia, "Go Dawgs!!!"

Best Memory at Chattco:

meeting new friends

9th Grade

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Stacy Jordan

Age: 14

Hometown: Lancaster, SC

Hobbies/Talents:

writing Poetry and playing sports

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

softball, math, social studies, and reading

Future Plans:

to continue doing my best and improve even more over time

Best Memory at Chattco:

walking out on the softball field thinking "This is family and this is home"

10th Grade

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Ethan Dillinger

Age: 15

Hometown: North Carolina

Hobbies/Talents:

Everything

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

Vice President of Sophomore class, soccer, rifle team, baseball, exhibition, JCLC, and JROTC

Future Plans:

to go to college and master in Robotics and to join the Air Force

11th Grade

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Kelsey Jordan

Age: 16

Hometown: Lancaster, SC

Hobbies/Talents:

Playing Sports and drawing

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

becoming the first baseman of the Chattco softball team and hitting the ball in the outfield

Future Plans:

to study psychology and psychiatry

Best Memory at Chattco:

sophomore class field trip and meeting amazing people

12th Grade 

Personal Information (Name, age, hometown): 

Name: Joi Norris

Age: 18

Hometown: Killeen, Texas

Hobbies/Talents:

eating, doing makeup, singing, dancing

Awards/Achievements/Extracurricular Activities:

A/B Honor Roll, Georgia Certificate of Merit, football manager

Future Plans:

to attend either Auburn, the University of Georgia, or Florida State University, and major in forensic science

Best Memory at Chattco:

attending football games with Christian Murray, Ty Battle, and Fonzell Carr

  

Madijah Mitchell and Alexis Peek (HS)
Editors