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FAHS Chooses Paper over Computers for Halted Keystones
Students at Fleetwood Area High School and everywhere else in the country take standardized tests. Up until this year, the only tests that were required in Pennsylvania were the PSSAs. However, the Department of Education decided to start administering the Keystone Exams in the hope of someday replacing the PSSAs. The Keystone exams are tests given at […]
Freedom of Summer Break Arrives
June 15, 2011
Many students are always excited for the end of the school year. With the end of the year just passed, many students are rewarded with a carefree summer. There are many locations that students usually like to visit during their two months of freedom. The beach is a very common attraction. Many times teens usually […]
Favorite Subjects Surveyed
June 15, 2011
Everyone has his or her favorite subject, but some people do not like to share out of concern for their teachers’ feelings. However, there are plenty of people who have no problem explaining what they thought about their favorite subject. For instance, Ethan Martinez boldly said that math was his favorite subject–until this year–without giving a […]
Tech Ed Earns Financial Assistance from Northrop Gumman
June 14, 2011
There is good news for the students at Fleetwood Area High School who are involved in the drafting and technology education department. A grant has been given to the department, which should fund additional opportunities for students. A local parent recently approached the school and requested the department to apply for the grant through Northrop […]
“On Stranger Tides” Entertaining Despite Serious Sparrow
June 13, 2011
Drink up, me hearties–and we mean drink up the new Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. With new and old characters, new creatures, and famous pirates, this movie is sure to bring some excitement to the table. But does the newest Pirates of the Caribbean live up to the expectations? We all know the […]
Random Cheese Hosts Prom Reactions
June 13, 2011
What do you like about Prom? Ryan Hollenbach (’12): “Getting to be with all my friends.” Brian Erb (’12): “I don’t like prom.” Edwin Enriquez (’12): “Seeing all my friends looking good all dressed up.” Kaylie Vrabel (’11): “Having a good time with all my friends.” Nikki Capitle (’11): “Seeing everyone dressed up.” Karley Eberhart […]
Underclassmen Awards Honor Academics, Character
June 10, 2011
On May 19th, 2011, Fleetwood Area High School held the Underclassmen Student Awards for the 2010 – 2011 school year. The ceremony started at 7:00 p.m. and lasted about half an hour. The ceremony was opened by the singing of the Star-Spangled Banner by the Women’s Chorus. The awards consisted of the Senator Schwank Citizenship […]
Breaking News: World Doesn’t End
June 10, 2011
May 21st, 2011, was supposed to be Judgment Day, as predicted by 89-year-old Harold Camping of Family Radio. Camping predicted that there was going to be a worldwide earthquake at precisely 6:00 pm. During this earthquake, everyone who believes in God was supposed to be taken up to heaven, and those who do not believe […]
“Try Hockey for Free” Day Seeks New Skating Sports Stars
June 9, 2011
Click on the link below to learn more about Muhlenberg’s “Try Hockey for Free” Day! Hockey
NHS Remembers Fleetwood’s Kathy Price
June 9, 2011
On Friday, May 13th, Fleetwood Area High School’s National Honor Society chapter held a walk-a-thon in memory of Kathy Price. Kathy Price was a community member who tragically lost her three-year battle with breast cancer on May 6, 2011. Kathy left behind Keith, her husband of ten years, as well as a young daughter, Kristin, and […]
Baccalaureate Scheduled for Sunday
June 9, 2011
A baccalaureate service is a religious event given to a graduating class to honor them. At Fleetwood Area High School, the baccalaureate service is being held on Sunday June 12th, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. It will take place in the auditorium of the high school. All of the graduating seniors and their loved ones are invited to […]
Geisinger, Weida Join Church Councils
June 7, 2011
At Fleetwood Area High School, there are a few people who are involved in extracurricular activities that involve helping the community. Elizabeth Geisinger and Becca Weida are both engaged in activities of this sort at their local churches. They are two of the few young people who attend Fleetwood Area High School to be on […]
A Teacher’s Summer is No Picnic
June 1, 2011
All students know what they are going to do during summer vacation, but do any of them know or even care what the teachers do? Well, The Tiger Times does! People often think that all teachers do during the summer is eat, sleep, and read, but there seems to be a lot more to it […]
A Look at the 2011 FAHS Senior/Junior Prom
May 27, 2011
Random Cheese Tackles Holidays
May 27, 2011
What is your favorite holiday, who would you spend it with, and why? 1. Kyle Flannery My favorite holiday is Christmas. I like this holiday because I get to spend it with my mother’s and father’s sides of the family. 2. Sara Kilgore My favorite holiday is New Year’s. I would spend it with Morgan […]
Students Prepare Summer Plans
May 26, 2011
Only 20 days left! Many students are excited that school has almost ended, and everybody is making plans about what to do over summer vacation. For example, Ethan Martinez is planning to spend his summer on romantic picnics while Sara Kilgore plans to be as annoying as possible even though she claims it doesn’t take much […]
Scotland a Unique Vacation Alternative
May 26, 2011
When people go on vacations, they usually visit somewhere tropical, with nicer weather than any place close to home. Some go east rather than south; some go west, but usually never north. There are many places in the world that aren’t considered vacation hotspots. How about somewhere that is still an island but doesn’t have […]
Quill & Scroll Ceremony Inducts New Members
May 25, 2011
On Thursday April 28th, 2011, in conjunction with the National Art Honor Society Awards, the journalism department held the annual Quill and Scroll induction ceremony. All parts of the department—The Tiger Times, The Tiger Tale, Tiger TV, and Artifact—were represented. Fleetwood has been a member of the society since 1937, but this fact had long […]
Seniors Owe Thanks to Parents, Teachers, Friends
May 25, 2011
As the 2010-2011 school year dwindles to its final days, it is a natural time for reflection—reflection upon our faults and failures, achievements and accomplishments, and any forthcoming improvements that may be necessary in our lives. However, for the senior class of Fleetwood, these reflections cover more than just this past year; they cover the […]
Tornadoes Stir Up Trouble in Southern U.S.
May 24, 2011
On April 29th, 2011, the deadliest tornado outbreak in nearly forty years took place in the southern region of the United States. Almost 300 people from six different states were killed bythese deadly tornadoes. Out of all six states, Alabama was by far the deadliest, tallying 210 deaths. The next day, President Barack Obama signed a […]
Houp Uses E-Publishing to Introduce Thomas the Gnome
May 24, 2011
If you want a good love story that has mythological characters but isn’t a traditional fairy tale, here’s one that you may want to look up: “The Tale of Thomas and the Leaf. The author may shock you slightly when you find out that it is Fleetwood’s very own Zachary Steven Houp. The story is […]
Is Your iPhone Stalking You?
May 23, 2011
Do you have an iPhone? Do you have a 3-G iPad? Did you know these devices actually track your locations by storing data? Weeks ago, this problem was brought to the public’s attention by two researchers who were studying the latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system. The tracking file is hidden, so, if you […]
“Asking Alexandria” Album a Worthy Successor
May 23, 2011
The new Asking Alexandria album “Reckless and Relentless” was released on April 5th, 2011. This CD is the follow-up to their amazing album “Stand Up and Scream,” which certainly held true to their aggressive sound. Their new work definitely takes a lyrically dark approach. —Not that it’s a bad thing, but you can point out […]
Fleetwood in No Need of Food Revolution, Says Woodall
May 20, 2011
Bringing up the topic of school lunches makes some people cringe. Many students really don’t even give school lunches a chance, mainly because they would say that the lunches served are not exactly healthy. But nowadays American are confronted with the harsh accusations of Jamie Oliver’s television program “The Food Revolution.” The whole show is […]
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