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Fleetwood Students Sign their National Letters of Intent
Various seniors at Fleetwood Area High School recently signed their National Letters of Intent. Rachael Hess, Makayla Yellets, Abigail Hostetler, Kaylee Haas, Sean Carpenter, Jorjanne Seaman, Kelsie Toucher, and Lindsay Solomon all signed their letters of intent. The National Letter of Intent is an agreement between a college and a a student-athlete who has been […]
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Fleetwood Area High School Names March and April Students of the Month
May 13, 2024
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Fleetwood Area High School seniors Cloey Rentschler and Ryan Hromiak were named Students of the Month this past March. Fellow seniors Riley Spannuth and William Maurek earned this award for the month of April. Each month, teachers can recommend seniors whom they feel deserve the title of Student of the Month. This award recognizes students […]
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Fleetwood Area High School Students Compete in FBLA State Competition
May 8, 2024
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The Fleetwood Area High School chapter of Future Business Leaders of America attended the State Leadership Conference in April. This competition was held from Monday, April 8, to Tuesday, April 9, at the Giant Center in Hershey. Students had the choice between several events in which to compete, including individual and group tests and several […]
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Israel/Iran Conflict Intensifies Drone Warfare
May 7, 2024
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On April 13th, Iran attacked Israel. Reporters and news outlets across the globe are reporting that the attack was sparked by an airstrike sent by Israel that killed military personnel and officers. Little to nothing has been released or publicized on why Israel sent the initial airstrike, but according to the NYTimes.com, the attack was […]
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Fleetwood Victorious at National History Day Competition
May 6, 2024
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Three members of the National History Day Club, Tony Zhang, Ian Bieber, and Adrien Leriche, took first place at the regional competition on March 2nd, at Messiah College. The team’s victory indicates a milestone for the team, as they advance from the regional competition to the state competition at the University of Scranton in May. […]
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Teenagers Push for Change in Voting Age
April 29, 2024
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“In January, Newark’s City Council voted to allow 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in local school board races. Supporters hope that the ordinance marks the start of a statewide and national movement,” The New York Times said. It has become a popular debate whether 16- and 17-year-olds should have the right to vote. While some […]
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American Traditional Tattoos Experience Modern Resurgence
April 19, 2024
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The culture of tattoos in the USA is vastly different than in other countries. While some countries have specific traditions, do not pull inspiration from any single tradition or source. However, American traditional tattoos have recently resurfaced in popularity in the last 5 years amongst the youth and younger generations. This has caused a shift […]
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FAHS German Students Engage in Pen Pal Writing
April 18, 2024
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Students in Mrs. Karen McGuinness’s German classes have done pen pal exchange letters with people in Rheine, Germany. In order for German students to gain more knowledge of the language and culture of Germany, Fleetwood students have been writing letters throughout the course of the school year. The students from both countries have learned new […]
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Iconic Children’s Character Now Open in Public Domain
April 17, 2024
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Due to copyright laws, the original version of Mickey Mouse entered the public domain on January 1st, 2024. There has been controversy over the copyright expiration of Steamboat Willie. Now that he is classified as public domain, new content starring the character has featured him in a new light. “I sincerely hope that he remains […]
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Technology and Internet Safety Grows More Advanced
April 16, 2024
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“Newly released Federal Trade Commission data show that consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 2023, marking the first time that fraud losses have reached that benchmark. This marks a 14% increase over reported losses in 2022,” the Federal Trade Commission said. The 21st century has ushered in a considerable boost in […]
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Fleetwood Area Middle School Presents “Beauty and the Beast”
April 12, 2024
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On March 8, 2024, Fleetwood Area Middle School held the opening night performance for their production of “Beauty and the Beast.” Students involved in the musical began preparation for the show in November during audition camp. Once the cast was set, students practiced two to three times a week from December until the weekend of […]
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Fleetwood Area High School Presents “Fiddler on the Roof” for Spring Musical
April 5, 2024
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“You know what they say. When you do what you love, you never work a day in your life. That’s how it feels to be in theater,” the lead in Fleetwood Area High School’s production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” senior Dominic Barrell-Kobryn, said. “Fiddler on the Roof” is a 1964 musical by Joseph Stein. […]
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Sunscreen Proves Just as Valuable in Wintertime
April 3, 2024
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Sunscreen, a common applicant during the summer season, is being recommended during the winter season as well. Failing to use sunscreen during the winter could lead to ultraviolet rays breaking down your skin, just as it would during the summertime. It may even be worse during the winter. Because Fleetwood is in the northern hemisphere, […]
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In Memoriam: Benjamin Miller
April 2, 2024
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Fleetwood Area High School lost beloved classmate and friend Benjamin Miller this January. Ben was a notable football player and a tenacious defensive lineman. He had a great love for the sport of American football. Matt Riffle, Ben’s coach, had spent a lot of time with Ben. “Ben never backed down from anyone and never […]
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April Fools’: FASD Takes a Break from Spring Break
April 1, 2024
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The Fleetwood Area School board shut down the idea of spring break for the ’24-’25 school year. All plans for giving students a spring break after the current school year are looking to be canceled. Spring break is a time when students are looking forward to making trips, seeing family, and traveling. “In a time […]
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April Fools’: Dodgeball to Become Fleetwood Area High School’s Newest Sport
April 1, 2024
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Dodgeball will become Fleetwood Area High School’s newest sport in the 2024-2025 school year. The sport will be available for students in 10th through 12th grade. Freshmen can attend practices and games, but they will not be able to play in the games based on the competitive sport’s age restrictions. New to the district from […]
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April Fools’: Fleetwood Area High School Hours to Start Earlier for ’24-’25 School Year
April 1, 2024
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Students and teachers at the Fleetwood Area High School were faced with shock when it was announced that the start time for school would be changing starting with the 2024-2025 school year. Due to scheduling complications and student attendance, the school board made the decision to start the regular school day at 6:30 a.m. Debate […]
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FAHS Names February Students of the Month
March 8, 2024
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Every month, Fleetwood Area High School selects students of the month, a title given by the school to students who display extraordinary character. Fleetwood has released the names of the two students selected as students of the month for February as Annie Lee and Katelin Mileshosky Both students are heavily involved in the many music […]
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Caffeine Consumption Is a Mixed Bag of Benefits
March 4, 2024
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Have you ever thought about how much your health could be affected based on the amount of caffeine you drink? Caffeine is an ingredient that many people enjoy consuming; it is a stimulant that can be naturally found in certain beans, leaves, berries, and more. While many people drink caffeine to have a boost in […]
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Hamburg Continues to Host Hawk Olympics for Student-Athletes with Special Needs
February 29, 2024
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Hamburg once again invites students across Berks County to participate in the Hawk Olympics. Students with physical or intellectual disabilities have the opportunity to participate in an Olympic-style event. It’s to be held once again at Hamburg School District. The Hawk Olympics works similarly to traditional Olympic events: competitors participate in athletic events to earn […]
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Gaston Introduces New Class to Teach Critical Thinking Skills around JFK Assassination
February 28, 2024
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“Critical thinking skills are skills that are beneficial to anyone and can be used on a daily basis, multiple times per day,” Fleetwood Area High School teacher Mr. Sean Gaston said. Starting in the 2024-2025 school year, Fleetwood will offer high school students a class entitled, “The JFK Assassination: A Journey in Critical Thinking,” taught […]
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The Kettlebell Can Do More than Bodybuilding
February 23, 2024
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Functional Strength training is the way to go–from swinging to carrying to even throwing! These primal movements improve the overall health and strength of the individual. Kettlebells have been around for centuries, from ancient Eastern civilizations to Western farmers swinging cowbells to pass the time. Functional fitness is ideal for one’s health and overall performance, […]
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Questions over AI in the Legal System Foreshadow Classroom Issues
February 22, 2024
by thetigertimes
With Artificial Intelligence’s sudden rise in popularity, the ethics of such bots have been called into question. When should AI be used, if ever? Questions are also rising about the privacy of using AI. These questions have an impact on Fleetwood Area High School which, as an educational institution, is having its own problems with […]
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Fleetwood FBLA Competes at Regional Competition
February 14, 2024
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On December 18, 2023, the Fleetwood chapter of Future Business Leaders of America attended the regional competition at Albright College. Every student that attended placed in the top five for his or her event. Twenty-five of these students qualified for the state competition as well. States for FBLA will take place in April. At the […]
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May 20, 2024
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