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Fleetwood’s FBLA Meets Recruitment Goals

October 30, 2015 by

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FBLA’s (Future Business Leaders of America) new beginning sparks the annual FBLA recruitment drive. Fleetwoood’s FBLA goal for the recruitment drive was to acquire at least 72 members for the beginning of the new school year. This goal was surpassed with the recruitment of 91 current FBLA members. FBLA is a nationally recognized club around […]

Halloween Traditions Revealed

October 30, 2015 by

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Halloween is a time for putting on costumes and going door-to-door for candy, as well as a time of witches, ghosts, and goblins. Some conservative Christians debate whether or not we should celebrate it because many think people are celebrating evil things. How did Halloween traditions start? Why do we dress up and knock on random peoples’ […]

Fleetwood Students Save Lives

October 28, 2015 by

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The Miller Keystone Blood Center hosted a blood drive at Fleetwood Area High school on 7 October 2015. Students who were at least seventeen years of age had the option of signing up a week prior for time slots to donate blood. These donations took place on the stage of the auditorium. The actual process […]

Stretched Ears Stretch The Boundaries

October 27, 2015 by

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Styles and trends are constantly changing in every generation. Tattoos and piercings have seemed to evolve over time. A big trend you might see is stretched ears or facial piercings. “I think they’re expressive and more stylish because there are a lot more designs that normal earrings don’t have,” sophomore Sasha Boehm said. Stretched ears […]

Fleetwood Prepares for Sixth Year of Shakespeare in Philly

October 23, 2015 by

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The Shakespeare trip is approaching quickly. On 31 March 2016, ninety students and six chaperones will be going on the “Breakfast with Shakespeare” field trip. The tickets sold out in only three weeks. “I like watching the student’s experiences to the city and reactions to the play. I wish more students were able to come […]

German Club Celebrates Oktoberfest

October 22, 2015 by

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Fleetwood Area High School’s German club celebrated Oktoberfest on 30 September 2015.  Frau Moll held the celebration during school. The event was open to German classes as well as club members. Oktoberfest is a festival in Germany that originated when the German Prince, Ludwig, married Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. Despite the name, Oktoberfest is held […]

Random Cheese: What Did You Think Of Homecoming?

October 16, 2015 by

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Senior Katie Werner: “I think it was rigged.” Senior Zack Wanner: “Best homecoming we had so far!” Junior Kyle Keirstead: “If it weren’t for juniors misusing the stress balls, they would’ve won.” Senior Liz Walrond: “What is homecoming? Wait, who’s coming home?” Math teacher Mr. John Perry: “Overall, from what I experienced, it was fun. I liked […]

2015 Homecoming Court Crowned

October 16, 2015 by

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Homecoming for the 2015-2016 school year has come and gone, which means that not only was the Homecoming court named, but so were the King and Queen! The guys on the court were Josh Campbell, Jake Feick, Nick Hope, Mohammad Jalloh, and Sam Lerch. The girls on the court were Olivia Allison, Brianna Bowman, Hannah Brunette, […]

London Has Something For Everyone

October 15, 2015 by

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As the capital of Great Britain, London has become one of the most popular European cities to visit during the past few years. With a good nightlife, even better shopping, and several sites that are all a must-see, it is a city worth visiting more than once. When it comes to places to stay, there is […]

Fall Fashion Trends Push the Envelope

October 15, 2015 by

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Fleetwood Area High School students keep up with their style. This year’s fall clothing line is very stylish. There are a lot of new trends surfacing this season. For the new Calvin Klein, designers created a “Floor-Duster Coat.”  The coat is described as a cream color coat with big silver buttons. The coat reaches to the […]

Reinert and Miller Named September Students of the Month

October 14, 2015 by

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Fleetwood’s September Students of the Month are Ethan Miller and Rebecca Reinert. Both seniors have shown that they deserve the award through their academic successes, community service work, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Miller has been very involved since he came to Fleetwood Area High School. He has been involved in the Future Business Leaders […]

Friendship Flags over Time

October 14, 2015 by

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Do you remember the first day of kindergarten? Everyone was friends, and no one knew what hate was. Are you still friends with anyone from your kindergarten class? Many people moved, so they are no longer in contact with people they went to elementary school with. However, there are a few people who have remained friends […]

New iPhones Add Cool Features with a Big Pricetag

October 8, 2015 by

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On 9 September, Apple announced the newest iPhone to hit the market, the 6S and 6S Plus. Sporting the slogan, “The only thing that’s changed is everything,” consumers expected nothing less than the best in new software and hardware. The iPhones are equipped with the new 3D touch sensors that allow for a more interactive […]

Field of Screams Scares

October 8, 2015 by

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Field of Screams is a famous horror attraction located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The amount of blood, screams, and occasional chainsaws is jaw dropping. It is America’s number one Haunted Attraction. Field of Screams is fully operated by volunteers. Each night they have a host talk to the guests. Alexander Diaz was the host one of […]

Reporter Bio–Skorpan Erikkson

October 7, 2015 by

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Skorpan Erikkson is an eighteen-year-old exchange student born in Solna, Stockholm, Sweden. She came to America through AFS, an organization for exchange students to come to our country. She has such a love for adventure that she is willing to repeat her senior year when she returns to Sweden in July. Skorpan claims she may […]

Hallway Competition Heats Up

October 7, 2015 by

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Homecoming hallways are here! From Selfie Seniors to Fishy Freshmen, every hallway has its own unique idea. Juniors have an old idea with a new spin on it, as they are the Juvenile Jedi Juniors. This idea is one that you have to look into a little bit more than the rest; it may not […]

Random Cheese: What Are Your Thoughts on Racism?

October 6, 2015 by

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Physics teacher Damian King: “I think it’s bad.” Senior Brooke Schaeffer: “I do not agree with it, and I think everyone should be treated equally.” Senior Katie Lochman: “The color of your skin shouldn’t matter.” Senior Lacey Griess, “Everyone should be treated equally.” Senior Julia Pickar: “There wouldn’t have been racism in the first place if […]

Lunch Survey Results Remain Negative

October 6, 2015 by

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Two-hundred-sixty-four Fleetwood Area School District students were asked which school lunch they enjoyed the most. Although most claimed to only tolerate the lunches at Fleetwood, Maxi Cheese Sticks was the favored choice. In the “Others” category, there were a few people who chose Chicken Caesar Salad, a few for French Toast Sticks, and even someone […]

Film Club Set To Return

October 5, 2015 by

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After a year-long absence, the Fleetwood Area High School’s film club is making a return. The club didn’t meet at all last year due to scheduling conflicts between the two leaders of the club, media teacher Sean Gaston and English teacher Zachary Houp. Luckily, this year those issues have been ironed out, and the club […]

Relay For Life Team Prepares For Safe Trick-or-Treat

October 5, 2015 by

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Fleetwood Area School District’s Relay for Life team will be holding a “safe trick-or-treat” on 28 October 2015 at the Fleetwood Area High School. The safe trick-or-treat event provides a safe environment for young children to trick-or-treat for candy for the price of $5.00 plus an additional dollar for a “haunted house experience.” The kids will […]

Reporter Bio–Owen Sandor

October 2, 2015 by

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Owen Sandor was born on 10 February 1998. He enjoys writing, socializing, casual sports, and playing video games. He is involved in chess club and academic challenge. Sandor also volunteers his time to the Special Olympics and writes for the “Voices” section of the Reading Eagle. Sandor intends to attend college, majoring in Journalism and becoming […]

Foreign Exchange is a Cultural Exchange

October 1, 2015 by

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They leave their entire lives, and all they know about life, behind, just to go to a school somewhere in a different country for five or ten months. This year, Fleetwood Area High School has four exchange students.  They are from Japan, Romania, Denmark, and Sweden. They find life in America new and exciting (for the […]

Preliminary Opinions of Republican Debate Spark Emotions

October 1, 2015 by

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The recent Republican presidential debate brought out lots of emotion, both nationally and in the Fleetwood community. Students of all political backgrounds have strong reactions to the candidates’ remarks about some of the key issues. “I like that [Trump] won’t apologize,” senior Shea Oswald said Other students hold similar views. Senior Jason Lindsley agrees with Oswald’s […]