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Debate Erupts over 2021 Balon d’Or
The Balon d’Or is an award given to the best soccer player in a calendar year, voted by journalists. The winner of this award in 2021 was the now seven-time winner, Lionel Messi. Many soccer fans supported the choice, but there were also many who disagreed with it. One of the people who bashed this […]
Violins of Hope Opens in Berks County
December 30, 2021
Through music and presentations, Violins of Hope tells us the story of renewed instruments that once were played during the Holocaust. Violins of Hope recently opened in Berks County, informing citizens of the horrific acts of the Holocaust through instruments that were played by the victims themselves. “The Violins of Hope program came to Reading […]
Omicron Varient Sweeps through the United States
December 30, 2021
There have been cases appearing all over the world on the new COVID-19 variant, called Omicron. Omicron has been spreading like wildfire and has been causing concern for many. This Variant is stronger and more contagious than the Delta variant of Covid-19. People worry there is going to be a winter surge, or they believe […]
Phillips Welcomed to FAHS Math Department
December 17, 2021
Ms. Samantha Phillips is the newest math teacher at Fleetwood Area High School. This is her first year teaching at school. Phillips went to school at Schuylkill Valley, so she grew up in the local area. She played for the school soccer team when she was in school as well. Phillips went to college at […]
Rodgers’ Absence Felt by Packers in Week 9
December 17, 2021
Arron Rodgers was out for week 9 of the NFL season, so the Packers had to look at Jordan Love, the backup twenty-three-year-old from Utha state. Love was second all-time for passing yards and passing attempts made. This was his first-ever career start in the NFL, and it was against the back-to-back AFC champions, the […]
New Government Regulations Plan to Eradicate Drunk Driving
November 30, 2021
There are around 9,000 deaths caused by drunk drivers each year in the U.S. In 2026, America is going to have a requirement on cars that will mandate a new technology for people under the influence of alcohol that is intended to curb the extent of fatalities. This plan is part of the Democrat’s trillion-dollar […]
Slusser, Reese Named October Students-of-the-Month
November 30, 2021
Natalie Slusser and Jacob Reese were named students-of-the-month for October by FAHS faculty. Slusser is the daughter of Marci and Michael Slusser. Her future plans include attending Dickinson College to continue her academic and athletic careers with the intention to attend law school and play collegiate field hockey. “Field hockey has given me an outlet […]
Dewald, McGarry Named September Students of the Month
November 28, 2021
Seniors Casey Lynn Dewald and Avery McGarry were selected as September students of the month for showing what a good, hard-working student looks like. Casey Lynn Dewald is the daughter of Heather Dewald, and she has decided that she will be attending Kutztown University. She will be majoring in business with a minor in finance […]
Shrawder Takes up Residence in Art I
November 28, 2021
Albert Einstein once said, “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” Mrs. Annie Shrawder is new to the Art I classroom, and she is offering a variety of art classes. She will be keeping much of the current curriculum, including visual journals and Senior Art walls, […]
Supply Chain Crisis Erupts in California
November 27, 2021
Essential supplies are stranded in the middle of the ocean. This is only part of the crisis happening with the California Supply Chain. There have been an overwhelming number of ports sitting idle and ships being delayed, causing the price of products to go up in stores. The Biden Administration plans to fix this by […]
FBLA Students Organize Newest Community Service Project
November 27, 2021
Members of Fleetwood Area High School’s Future Business Leaders of America club have started this year’s community service project. Eager to help out their community, three members of the FBLA are helping to bring awareness to the Purple Heart Foundation and the Wounded Warriors Project. This year’s representatives are Rachel Wagner, Sarah Reitenaur, and Erin […]
FAHS Math Club Arises from Student Demand
November 11, 2021
As of 18 October, the Fleetwood Area High School now has a math club, and all students are welcome to join. “Don’t be discouraged. All levels are welcome. The more you hear about math and see it in action, the more you will pick up on things, and you might be surprised what you already […]
Fleetwood High School Class of 2022 Takes Their Senior Trip
November 10, 2021
A few weeks ago, eager high school seniors had the chance to take a break from their schoolwork by undertaking their main field trip for the year. Fleetwood’s 2022 Graduating Class traveled to Manheim, Pennsylvania, to attend the 2021 Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. The gates opened at 11:00 a.m. There were many activities in which to […]
FASD Celebrates Homecoming 2021 with Sporting Events, Coronation Ceremony
November 10, 2021
At the 2021 homecoming game, the football team won against Twin Valley, and the king and queen were announced. Emma Rapposelli and Nick Liptok were honored as king and queen. Both students were excited to be a part of the fun activity, along with all the fellow homecoming nominees. Emma, who was very excited and […]
Will Star Players’ Injuries Affect Fantasy Football?
October 31, 2021
Christan McCaffery and Dalvin Cook were the top players chosen in each league, and McCaffery is out due to a hamstring injury. McCaffrey’s stats for the 2019 season were twenty-three carries with two touchdowns. Now he has a hamstring injury and will be out for four weeks. “The injury could sideline McCaffrey up to four […]
US Borders to Reopen for Vaccinated Travelers
October 31, 2021
Should the borders be reopened for those who are vaccinated? Regardless of one’s opinion, the U.S. plans to reopen its land borders with Canada and Mexico, but travelers need proof that they are vaccinated in order to travel or cross the border. The Biden administration plans to lift travel restrictions at the borders starting in […]
FAHS to host Blood Drive on 20 October
October 28, 2021
Everyone can help save a life when The Miller-Keystone blood drive comes to Fleetwood Area High School on 20 October. In order to be eligible to donate blood, a volunteer must be at least sixteen-year- old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. One cannot have underlying health conditions that would make […]
Baseball Playoffs Populated by Teams of World Series Past
October 28, 2021
The MLB playoffs are down to the final four teams, including the Houston Astros, LA Dodgers, Boston Red Sox, and Atlanta Braves, with the Astros and the Red Sox in the ALCS and The Dodgers and the Braves in the NLCS. As the series continues, the Astros are one win away (3-2 series) from going […]
Field of Screams Open for 2021 Season
October 26, 2021
With new terrifyingly haunting attractions, Field of Screams is back in action for the new season. Field of Screams, located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is returning for the 2021 season. With new and returning attractions, Field of Screams has something for all ages! After opening Field of Screams in 1993, Gene and Jim Schopf have found great […]
AOC Makes Fashion Political with “Tax the Rich” Dress
October 26, 2021
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a New York Representative, wore a seemingly controversial white dress to the 2021 Met Gala. The red lettering written on the back stated ¨Tax the Rich.¨ Many people loved and admired her dress, while others deplored the message and the medium. Ocasio-Cortez has spent much of her career trying to get the point […]
Young 20-Person FAHS Cheerleading Team Faces Challenges and Successes
October 14, 2021
This year’s twenty-person Fleetwood cheerleading team faces the challenges and successes of being a young team. With only one senior, the cheer team has really had to step up. Freshmen have had to take charge, and juniors have gone through the expectations of taking more leadership unlike previous years. Rachel Shigo, an alumna of FAHS, […]
Relay for Life Volunteers Aspire to Make a Difference
October 11, 2021
Dr. Gordon Klatt’s twenty-four-hour walk for cancer research created a movement, touched hearts, and saved lives, and, for that, his legacy will live on. Klatt walked around a track to raise money for cancer research. From that, he created Relay For Life, where people all around the world fundraised for this goal. According to secure.acsevents.org, […]
Reporter Bio: Sarah Grim
October 1, 2021
Sarah Grim, born 20 May 2005, grew up in Blandon, Pennsylvania, with her brother Mitchell and her parents Wendy and David. Sarah spent most of her time as a child going to the Reading Museum with her family and watching Bob the Builder. A goal in Sarah’s life is to own a dog of her […]
Reporter Bio: Meghan Emery
September 28, 2021
Meghan Emery was born on 19 May 2005 in Reading, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania. Meghan has only lived in Fleetwood and Blandon her entire life. Meghan has one sibling, which is her brother, and she lives with lots of pets. After school, Meghan goes to work at Schell’s Dairy Swirl, where she […]
The Tiger Times 
January 8, 2022
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