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Andrew Bitautas

Andrew Bitautas, Writer

Andrew is an outdoors enthusiast and self-taught drummer. He picked up some sticks in first grade and hasn’t stopped jamming, playing for the Shoobies, a band he formed with some dudes last year. Andrew also enjoys mountain biking, tree climbing, hill runnin’ and spending time in the dirt.

You can contact Andrew at [email protected]

All content by Andrew Bitautas
Graduation is May 25 on Dickinson Field.

Everything you need to graduate

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
May 12, 2016
Breakfast restaurant, the Little Creperie is located on Prospect Ave. in Clarendon Hills.

Dining with the Devil: Little Creperie

Andrew Bitautas, Zak Marinko, and Libby McCarthy, Editor
May 1, 2016
The annual Autism Walk is set for April 24 at 8:00 a.m.

Walk the Walk for Autism

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
April 18, 2016
Boys tennis tournament in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Boys tennis tournament in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
March 16, 2016
On Wednesday, March 9, athletes ready for the spring season attended a meeting reminding them of behavior expectations during the season.

Athletes and the Code of Conduct

Andrew Bitautas, Feature Writer
March 11, 2016
Now that Justice Scalia has passed, many have questioned if Obama should appoint a new justice to the Supreme Court, or if the public should wait until after the general election for this appointment.

Who should replace Justice Scalia?

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
March 2, 2016
Fun Fair at Westview Hills Middle School took place on Feb. 20 and helped to raise funds to benefit District 60.

Students volunteer at Westview Hills Fun Fair

Andrew Bitautas and Yu-Lin Yang
February 22, 2016
The Robotics Team has created this robot to compete in the regional competition March 31.

Robotics team gears up for regionals

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
February 12, 2016
Many students are now turning to Uber for transportation, citing safety and convenience.

Students turn to Uber for rides

Andrew Bitautas and Matt Stockmal, Editor
January 26, 2016
As college decisions come out, some students wonder if they should truly be heart-broken if they werent accepted into their top choice.

Is college worth stressing about?

Andrew Bitautas, Features Writer
January 15, 2016
In December, students took finals before winter break, which was approved by the board and administration as a schedule change for the 2015-2016 school year.

Students’ response to new finals schedule mostly positive

Andrew Bitautas, Features Writer
January 13, 2016
Senior Peter Blust lines up for free throw. He averaged 18 points against Oak Park River Forest on Dec. 11.

Red Devil’s basketball recovers from cold start

Andrew Bitautas, News Writer
December 14, 2015

Case for Conceal Carry in light of recent attacks

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
December 14, 2015
Taco Grill-The hidden Mexican gem

Taco Grill-The hidden Mexican gem

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
November 23, 2015
Peer Leaderships volleyball tournament winning team, Team Barb. The club hosts the volleyball tournament annually.

Peer Leadership holds annual volleyball tournament

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
November 13, 2015
Courtesy of Talia Sankari

Louis St. John comes back with a bang

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
October 23, 2015
Ann Marie and Sophia Bernardi pose for a picture at the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Key Club continues to open doors for community

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
October 20, 2015
Talia Sankari

Striving for greatness: Freshmen on varsity tennis team

Andrew Bitautas, Staff writer
October 6, 2015
Control panel used to zone off sprinkler systems.

Sprinkler systems cause fire alarm to go off

Andrew Bitautas, Staff writer
September 29, 2015
New Technology: For Better or for Worse?

New Technology: For Better or for Worse?

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
September 21, 2015
The 2014-2015 Forensics team after winning last years state tournament.

Forensics members place in nationals

Andrew Bitautas, Staff Writer
September 14, 2015
Reinhardt has excelled in a sport new to her, lacrosse

[Photo] Shooting to the top

Emma Kroeger, Contributor and Michael Claussen, Editor
May 20, 2015
(from left to right) Seniors Brandon Weller, Priya Pillai, Kislay Bhagat, Navid Shoaee, junior, Nathalie Phillips, Anisha Nallakrishnan, and Satya Krishnan proudly sit with their 3rd place trophy.

Science Olympiad team finishes third at State Tournament

Andrew Bitautas and Sanjana Srinivasan, Editor
May 20, 2015
Ecology Club members, Josh Feldman, senior, Wendy Li, sophomore, Luke Schefke, sophomore, Rachel Chang, senior, Jordan Witzel, senior, Sophia Liebert, senior and Claire Callanan, freshman pose in front of newly tagged tree in the school courtyard.

Ecology club celebrates earth week

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
April 28, 2015
The JETS team poses with their state championship trophy.

JETS team brings home state championship

Andrew Bitautas and Michael Claussen, Editor
April 22, 2015
Varsity baseball hopes for a memorable season

Varsity baseball hopes for a memorable season

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
April 13, 2015
Boys lacrosse looking to bounce back after slow start to season

Boys’ lacrosse looking to bounce back after slow start to season

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
March 28, 2015
Labun and Dockery pose by the Dramatic Duet Acting poster at the state forensics tournament in Peoria.

Labun dances, sings, and acts through her senior year

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
March 28, 2015
Kombs serves a variety of tasty food

Kombs serves a variety of tasty food

Andrew Bitautas, Michael Claussen, and Christi Carras, Editor
March 25, 2015
Sophomore Franco Reyes prepares himself for the start of his race. At the state competition on Mar. 2, he broke two school records and the team won the state title.

Sophomore swims through varsity records

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
March 12, 2015
NAHS remembers orphans through artwork

NAHS remembers orphans through artwork

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
March 9, 2015
Former Lord Mayor of Westminster, Duncan Sandys, visited Central on Feb. 24 to cordially invite the marching band to perform in next years New Years Day Parade in London.

Marching band to perform in London’s New Year’s Day Parade

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
March 3, 2015
Senior Brigid Cultra smiles proudly after winning sectionals with her teammates on Feb. 20.

Senior year meant success for gymnast Brigid Cultra

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
February 24, 2015
Centrals 2015 Regional Forensics Team poses with their Regional Championship plaque. Back Row (from left): Libby Morris (15), Shaan Keswani (16), Steven Chun (15), Nick Giammanco (15), Jackson Dockery (15), Shubhankur Deo (17), and Jake Youngman (17). Front Row (from left): Toni Adeyemi (15), Divya Surabhi (15), Nicole Labun (15), Christen Massouras (15), Erika Mertz (16), Presleigh Renner (16), Ramya Surabhi (17), and Anastasia Kasimos (16).

Forensics Showcase proves beneficial to regional team

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
February 17, 2015
Elizabeth Storr, sophomore, recites poetry during the Poetry Slam.

English 2 Honors holds first annual poetry slam

Andrew Bitautas and Sanjana Srinivasan, Editor
February 4, 2015
Michael Claussen, junior and co-president of Breaking Down the Walls White, leads the club in its anti-bullying efforts.

Breaking Down the Walls presents to classrooms

Andrew Bitautas and Sanjana Srinivasan, Editor
December 29, 2014
Central conducted the canine searches in an effort to promote a drug-free environment

Dog days aren’t over: Central searches for drugs

Andrew Bitautas and Sanjana Srinivasan, Editor
December 18, 2014
Boys on the tennis and golf teams pose for a picture with Mr. Nesbit, a history teacher at Hinsdale Central.

State champions recognized in Springfield

Andrew Bitautas
November 26, 2014
Steven Chun, senior, strikes a pose while showing his school spirit.

Chun hypes up Red Devil Nation with videos

Andrew Bitautas and Sanjana Srinivasan, Editor
November 20, 2014
History Club looks to the future through the past

History Club looks to the future through the past

Andrew Bitautas and Sanjana Srinivasan, Editor
November 14, 2014
From Left: Seniors Devyn Callen, Brianna Ary, Marianna Garcia, Mason Spillers, Lindsay Boutchia, and Sarah Lowe celebrate their victory over the juniors after the 2014 Powder Puff game.

Fighting breast cancer one fundraiser at a time

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
October 24, 2014
Burrito Suizo topped with melted cheese and spicy red sauce is a favorite at the restaurant.

Taco Express serves tasty Mexican food

Michael Claussen, Andrew Bitautas, and Christi Carras, Editor
October 21, 2014
The National Merit semi-finalists pose for a photo after receiving their honors. From left, Back Row: Brandon Weller, Neil Chen, Satya Krishnan, Srinivas Kaza, Trevor Huang, and Stephanie Sinwell. Middle Row: Kaelin Reichmann, Max Maydanchik, Zach Wong, Benita Ning, Priya Pillai, Madeleine Lofchy, and Sophia Liebert. Front Row: Gianna Spiega, Sanjana Srinivasan, Betty Chang, Riyah Basha, Nathalie Phillips, Camila Horowicz, and Saena Syed. Not Pictured: Sebastian Skiba and Amanda Wilson.

National Merit semi-finalists share thoughts on their academic success

Andrew Bitautas, Christi Carras, Editor, and
September 29, 2014
From left: Jackson Dockery, Nick Giammanco, Ike Ihemeson, Jake Scodro, Arman Haveric, and Jack Rasmussen perform a scene in the male version of The Odd Couple.

“The Odd Couple” premieres tonight

Andrew Bitautas and Christi Carras, Editor
September 18, 2014
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