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Teenagers Push for Change in Voting Age
“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 […]
American Traditional Tattoos Experience Modern Resurgence
April 19, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
FAHS German Students Engage in Pen Pal Writing
April 18, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
Iconic Children’s Character Now Open in Public Domain
April 17, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
Technology and Internet Safety Grows More Advanced
April 16, 2024 by thetigertimes
“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 […]
Fleetwood Area Middle School Presents “Beauty and the Beast”
April 12, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
Fleetwood Area High School Presents “Fiddler on the Roof” for Spring Musical
April 5, 2024 by thetigertimes
“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. […]
Sunscreen Proves Just as Valuable in Wintertime
April 3, 2024 by thetigertimes
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, […]
In Memoriam: Benjamin Miller
April 2, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
April Fools’: FASD Takes a Break from Spring Break
April 1, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
April Fools’: Dodgeball to Become Fleetwood Area High School’s Newest Sport
April 1, 2024 by thetigertimes
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 […]
April Fools’: Fleetwood Area High School Hours to Start Earlier for ’24-’25 School Year
April 1, 2024 by thetigertimes
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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April 29, 2024 by thetigertimes
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