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SATs on the Horizon for Upperclassmen
The SAT test is one that is often required by academic institutions in order to gain acceptance into colleges and universities. Juniors and upcoming seniors should start to consider when they might schedule their SATs so they can apply to desired colleges accordingly. There are so many resources that are available to the student body […]
Fleetwood to Perform Stage Adaptation of “Clue”
April 17, 2021
The Fleetwood Theatrical Society is performing the play Clue. This year’s play is based off of the board game Clue. Clue is a murder mystery about a murder at a mansion, including several participants, and, in the end, the audience decides who the killer was. The actors, most of whom have been in multiple plays […]
Hope Dawns for Japanese LGBTQ Community
April 2, 2021
A Japanese court ruled that the same-sex marriage ban is unconstitutional. This is a landmark decision that could herald a new era for marriage equality in the country. It is the first step for same-sex marriage in Japan. A Japanese court has ruled that not allowing same-sex marriage is unconstitutional. It is the first time […]
Fleetwood Initiates Diversity Community to Guarantee Equality
April 2, 2021
“I joined the diversity committee to bring change and stop any racism in the schools,” sophomore Max Hernandez, a member of the diversity committee, said. What is the diversity committee? It’s a group of people dedicated to help make Fleetwood a better school district by protecting students from racism and discrimination. Led by the assistant […]
Mental Health Another Side-Effect of COVID-19
March 28, 2021
The pandemic has proven to spare no one from its grip. There is still so much uncertainty revolving around the virus. No matter where a person is, someone has been affected by the novel coronavirus. For some, the struggle has been more prominent than others. In these unpredictable times, it is important to reflect on […]
Fleetwood Swimming Goes to Districts
March 26, 2021
The co-op Fleetwood and Muhlenburg swimming team went to Districts this year with eleven swimmers from Fleetwood participating. This is the third year for this co-op with Muhlenburg, and two seniors, Olivia Downs and Sarah Fisher, went to Districts Saturday, 6 March. Eleven swimmers from Fleetwood went to districts in total, and many are also […]
Fleetwood FBLA Team Returns Victorious
March 21, 2021
Many Fleetwood students were winners at the FBLA event held in January and December. It was held virtually over a three-week period of time from mid-December to Early January. ¨There is a lot of recognition to be earned through FBLA,¨ adviser and business teacher Kelly Ackerman said. Winners were announced via a video recording created […]
Fleetwood Is Back (Almost) Full-Time!
March 21, 2021
Fleetwood came back full force as of 8 March. Students understand the intentions of going back four days a week but are feeling shaky about following through with such changes. Students were finally acclimating themselves to the hybrid system just as this most recent school board decision created another complete shift. Going back includes having […]
FBLA Teams with Ronald McDonald House for Annual Project
March 15, 2021
The Fleetwood chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America recently launched a project with Ronald McDonald House of Charities. Every year, the club forms a project that benefits the community. Last year’s FBLA’s project was titled “Superheroes for Autism.” This year, they’re working with Ronald McDonald House of Charities. For this project, students will […]
Kids’ Health Is Too Often Overlooked During the Pandemic
March 4, 2021
For almost a year, most children have been navigating the new, difficult normal: social isolation; deeply stressed parents; the effects of financial uncertainty; school from home or from WiFi equipped school buses if they don’t have Internet. Covid-19 has largely been sparing children´s physical health, but studies have shown it has taken a toll on […]
Fleetwood Mock Trial Team Completes Round 1 of Regionals
March 4, 2021
“I know our team is very strong. But there’s always uncertainty when judges and jurors are evaluating us,” Mock Trial Advisor Mrs. Molly Sherman said. This year, Fleetwood’s Mock Trial team has been going through trials for the District competition. While it’s different because of Zoom, the team is doing well, so far winning all […]
Seaman and Baez Sign Letters of Intent
March 2, 2021
Wesley Seamen and Alexis Baez kicked off their college careers by signing letters of intent. A letter of intent is a bonding agreement the school gives a student. Writing these letters is a big step in an athlete’s life, one that helps them to accomplish their dreams in sports. These two Fleetwood athletes chose to […]
Teen Loses Life to Suicide because of the Pandemic
February 24, 2021
“Check on them every morning, every night, no matter how old they are, if they’re at home,” Jay Smith said. “Always give them a hug and tell them how proud you are of them. I remember always telling Spencer that. I think I should have told him more.” Spencer Smith was an outgoing, sixteen-year-old high […]
Snow Days Look a Little Different This School Year
February 24, 2021
“I think it would be cool to have a full spring break instead of snow days,” sophomore Casey Batz said. Winter came this year and it came with a vengeance compared to last year. The groundhog even saw his shadow, so winter’s going to be extended. Again. This year, due to the hybrid schedule of […]
FAHS Blood Drive Offers Chance for Giving, Involvement
February 13, 2021
Science teacher Jennifer Neiman recently worked with students and Miller-Keystone Blood bank to prepare a blood drive. The goal of this drive was to help others in need of major surgeries. The blood drive is for sophomores, juniors, and seniors, and those who have participated four times in their high school careers may earn a […]
Biden’s Covid-19 Task Force Enters the Scene with Apprehension
February 7, 2021
Newly inaugurated President Joseph R. Biden’s Covid team is nervous about what the Trump team hasn’t told them. Biden is inheriting a nation that is grieving over those who perished from the virus. Biden’s team is feeling frustrated and concerned about having a full understanding of the scope of the problems they will confront on […]
Students, Teachers React to the Start of a New Semester in Hybrid Instruction
February 7, 2021
“The first semester went well. I didn’t fail anything,” freshman Kaitlyn Geist said. Now that students and teachers have experienced a semester figuring out teaching styles, how to work technology, and the new changes to their internal clocks, most are better prepared to take on new classes. This year has been unlike any other year, […]
November Students-of-the-Month Named
January 30, 2021
The students named Students-of-the-Month by the FAHS faculty for November were Julia Spanier and Sarah Davenport. Sarah is the daughter of Matt and Stephanie Davenport of Fleetwood. Her future plans include attending college as a biology major before continuing to medical school. Sarah has been involved in many clubs/activities at Fleetwood Area High School, including, […]
COVID-19 Vaccines Rolls Out across America
January 30, 2021
The new vaccinations are now out for distribution, with experts predicting that inoculation will help the efforts in fighting the novel coronavirus. There are many different groups to which vaccines are given out at the moment. With the vaccines, many are hoping to return to normal life soon. The people who are in the top […]
A New President Is Inaugurated
January 26, 2021
“I will always fight for you. I will be watching and listening. I wish the new administration great luck and great success. They’ve the foundation to do something really spectacular,” former President Donald Trump said. On 20 January 2021, Joe Biden was inaugurated as this country’s 46th president, and Kamala Harris became the first female […]
LGBTQ Anti-discrimination laws LGBTQ Axed
January 26, 2021
Imagine being a target of a hate crime, turned away from health care because of who you are, and turned away from businesses because of who you love. There are so many struggles that people in the LGBTQ community face every day of their lives. The fight for equality has been a long and daring […]
FAHS Students Approach New Year with High Hopes
January 21, 2021
The year 2020 was eventful in all the wrong ways, but many hope 2021 can land more smoothly for Fleetwood students. “Last year was tough because of everything going on. But I feel like I’ve grown as a person in 2020 and have learned so many new things to use in my future,” Amy Fitzgerald […]
FASD Transitions to SSO Authentication on Zoom
January 21, 2021
As zoom progresses, so do SSO zoom calls. Fleetwood has been in a hybrid system with two days online per student per week. Online days will change with this update. SSO is based on a trust relationship set up between an application, known as the service provider, and an identity provider. This trust relationship is […]
Berks County Police Chief Warns of a Phone Scam
January 16, 2021
A Berks County police chief is sounding the alarm over the latest strain of a phone scam that has claimed at least two local victims by stirring panic that their identifications were used by drug smugglers. South Heidelberg Township Chief Leon J Grim said on Friday that two township residents were scammed out of $8,000 […]
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