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FAHS Substitute Mr. Jeffrey Metz Recounts His History with Post-9/11 Anthrax Scare

November 5, 2020

Everyone remembers where he or she was on 11 September 2001. But many have forgotten that our country faced a second attack only a week after the events of 9/11. This was the delivery of envelopes of Bacillus anthracis (Anthrax bacterium) to members of the media and to some of the politicians in Washington, D.C. […]

Students, Plan to Vote When You Can!

November 3, 2020

With the recent presidential election, it is important to understand why voting is so important. Whether you are a young voter or an experienced voter, voting is a way to speak your voice and directly be involved with your government. No matter what you think, every vote, even yours, is extremely important. That’s one of […]

Boys’ Soccer Having a Good Season Despite COVID

November 3, 2020

It’s another season for Boys’ Soccer, but will they go as far as they did last year? Boys soccer was off to a slow start with two losses in a row, but as the season draws to an end, they have won six consecutive games. The only thing left to see is if they will […]

Reporter Bio: Carissa Blankenbiller

November 2, 2020

Carissa Blankenbiller is a junior in high school. She has been attending Fleetwood for the last 5 years. After high school, she wants to attend college and hopefully work in a field with animals. Once college is over, she wants to start a family of her own. Carissa has two siblings, a younger half-sister who […]

Reporter Bio: Alexis Templin

November 1, 2020

Alexis Templin, also called Lexi, was born at Lehigh Valley Hospital on 15 February 2005. She currently attends Fleetwood Area High School and is in tenth grade. In five years, she would like to still be in college so she can be majoring in education. What she is most excited about in life right now […]

Professors, Counselors Working to Lessen Stress in Berks Colleges

October 26, 2020

Did you ever wonder what things are like as a college student attending a college or university in Berks County during a worldwide pandemic? Many teachers in Berks County are doing everything they can to lessen stress and anxiety for students. They have provided many different resources for them to adapt and get the help […]

Trump Threatens an End to Tik Tok

October 22, 2020

Children all over the world have interacted with this app and fallen in love. Tik Tok is an app with 800 million people active a day. Tik Tok is supposed to provide a welcoming community that lets a person express who he or she is. Tik Tok has also been a really big issue in […]

Sacha Joseph and Kenny Au Win Homecoming Court

October 19, 2020

On Wednesday, 7 October, Kenny Au and Sacha Joseph were crowned King and Queen of homecoming during a live stream. Last year, Mamadou Jalloh and Michaela Kaskey were crowned King and Queen of Homecoming. For Fleetwood, Homecoming has been around for a long time. “I’ve heard about Hallway Decorating occurring since the early 2000s, and […]

FASD Braces for COVID-19 Restrictions

October 16, 2020

Covid-19 is the largest pandemic in years. This virus has infected 34.4 million people and killed over one million worldwide. Since January, the world has been dealing with the consequences of this outbreak. How do people stay safe, and where should they go to stay safe? Should students really be attending school? School is one […]

Reporter Bio: Abigail Lutcavage

October 13, 2020

Abigail Lutcavage was born on 25 January 2004 to Sara Tanhouser and Jason Lutcavage. She was born in Lehigh Valley Hospital and spent the first years of her life living in Hellertown. This is her second time participating in the journalism course, and she is excited to take what she has learned from last year […]

Homecoming Court: Who Are They?

October 12, 2020

“I am super surprised I’m on Homecoming Court! People keep congratulating me and it’s weird but it’s super sweet!” senior Kenzie Miller said. Ten seniors were voted on this year’s Homecoming Court and have shared their thoughts about the dance, grade competition, and predictions for the final vote. Homecoming is a special day for each […]

Reporter Bio: Jessica Kopycienski

September 22, 2020

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Jessica Lynn Kopycienski is a fifteen-year-old sophomore at Fleetwood Area High School. Her hobbies include creative writing and swimming, which she’s been doing on a team on-and-off for seven years. She entered Journalism to learn how to be a better writer, and while she is a little introverted and shy, she is excited to be […]

Reporter Bio: Madeline Ammon

September 22, 2020

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Madeline Ammon is a sophomore at Fleetwood High School who is excited by journalism. She hopes she can acquire new the skills that will benefit her as a future lawyer. Madeline is wickedly smart and determined to be the best in everything she does. Outside of school, she is an amazing soccer player. Hobbies Maddie […]

German Club Goes to Liederkranz

February 7, 2020

“Students look forward to this event year after year,” German teacher Christine Moll said. The Liederkranz is a trip that the German Club runs every year. This trip gives students a chance to experience an accurate German meal. This allows them to have a cultural experience that they would not otherwise have. This annual trip […]

Texas Man Fires Gun at College Party

November 26, 2019

Saturday, 26 October was just a normal night for the students at Texas A&M University. It was homecoming week. College kids were out celebrating. All was normal until Brandon Gonzalez, 23, came to a Greenville party and ended up firing a weapon at about 20 students. Twelve were injured and two died. He left the […]

Teens Lung Collapses Due to Vaping

October 15, 2019

In 1997, about 36.5% of teenagers smoked. Teenagers getting hooked on nicotine is not a new concept. However, electronic cigarettes are. For years, scientists have studied cigarettes and the effects they have on the human body. However, the concept of vaping is still fairly new. As of September 2019, 380 lung illnesses have been reported […]

Random Cheese: What is your favorite place to travel?

May 22, 2019

Paige Garrett ( Grade 11)–“Clearwater beach in Florida, because they have the best waves for surfing and they have the best sunsets, and that’s where I have a lot of good memories with my dad.” Kenzie Miller (Grade 10)–“I love any beach really; the freeness of the ocean and the waves, it just all feels […]

Turning Point Arrives in Fleetwood

April 23, 2019

Turning Point USA is the nation’s biggest conservative movement across thousands of universities and high schools. A common misconception of the organization is that it preaches Republican propaganda. In this day and age, there are various different kinds of Republicans. TP USA just focuses on promoting American freedom, the free market, and limited government. On […]

FAHS Faculty Names February Students of the Month

April 5, 2019

Every month, two students from the senior class are selected as the Students of the Month. For the month of February, two well-deserving candidates were chosen. Seniors Samuel Schappell of Tiger Times renown and Leah Dewald have been selected by faculty and staff as February’s Students of the Month. Both receive a gift card to […]

The Fifty States from Worst to Best: Part One

April 4, 2019

Ever wonder which states rank among the top (and bottom) in the nation? The Tiger Times has you covered with an entirely uncalled-for, unprofessional ranking of the Fifty United States, from worst to best. Location, culture, cities, diversity, climate, and numerous other factors were taken into consideration in these rankings. This installment will include states […]

April Fools: Prom Venue Changed to Aux Gym

April 1, 2019

On 1 March 2019, it was decided that prom would be held in the high school instead of the planned venue at Bear Creek. Due to a lack of funds, prom will have to be held at the high school. Since there will be school on Friday, there will not be enough time to decorate […]

April Fools: FAMS Science Teacher Confirms Flat-Earth Theory

April 1, 2019

FAMS science teacher Mr. Kyle Bollendorf went on a science expedition to put an end to the Flat versus Round Earth debate. What he discovered may be a shock. “I’ve heard rumors of the ridiculous ice walls situated at the edge of the ‘disc,’ so I decided to check it out,” Bollendorf said. His journey […]

New NHS Members Inducted

January 23, 2019

National Honors Society is a group that people with outstanding grades, community service, and leadership qualities can get join. This February, Fleetwood’s seniors will be inducting the new NHS members. But, how much school dedication goes into becoming an NHS member? “You really have to take pride into your school work,” Junior Andrew Slusser said. […]

Obamas Sign Exclusive Deal with Netflix

June 7, 2018

Netflix has recently attempted to secure big names for exclusive deals with them. Earlier this year, they announced a deal with actor Seth Rogan and now have announced a production deal with the Obamas. The deal has the Obamas set to produce movies and TV for the streaming service, anything from scripted TVto a documentaries. […]