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Faust Cheers for Fleetwood
Lizzay Faust is a Junior at Fleetwood Area High School. She started cheerleading her Freshman year. This will be her third year doing it. She also did gymnastics for two years so she would be more flexible for cheerleading. “I enjoy doing it,” Faust said. The winter cheerleaders only cheer for the boys and girls […]
Did the Shutdown Shut Down Major League Athletics?
November 10, 2013
The government shutdown has ended, but while it was going on, a frequent concern of many was how the shutdown would affect sports. Despite the shutdown not directly influencing sports or sport leagues, some were worried that it would affect the Army, Navy, and Air Force football games before the government reopened. “I hope the […]
FAHS Homecoming Teams Excel
November 6, 2013
“We felt good coming into this game as a group,” Junior Zach Koenig said, starting quarterback for the Fleetwood Tigers. After making headlines in the Reading Eagle, the Fleetwood Tigers had to back it up. They were 2-2 going into the game against Schuylkill Valley. “It feels good to know all of our hard work […]
Malone Represents PA in NHL
November 5, 2013
Ryan Malone was born on 1 December 1979 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is six-foot, four-inches, and 219 pounds. He attended Upper St. Clair High School until his junior year, where he played hockey at Shattuck-St. Mary’s in Faribault, Minnesota. He finally made it to the NHL in 1999. The Penguins drafted him in the fourth […]
Fall Fashions are Trendy, School-Friendly
November 4, 2013
Fleetwood fashion trends this fall are full of color, texture, patterns, and boldness. You can see anyone wearing anything from maxi skirts to sweatshirts in this crisp autumn weather. The hallways are showing off leather, jean jackets, plaid, cardigans, and so much more. “I wear sweatshirts because they are warm and comfy,” senior Kayla Robinson […]
When it All Comes Crumbling Down
November 1, 2013
On 1 October 2013, the government of the United States of America had its first partial shutdown due to a non-scandalized political disagreement. But how has this affected the people of the United States financially? When the government did shutdown, over 800,000 governmental workers had to cease working until the shutdown was lifted, or until […]
Government Shutdown Affects National Parks
October 31, 2013
The government shutdown affected many aspects of people’s lives. The most significant impact of the shutdown was the closing of national parks and monuments. Most of the people affected by this problem were travelers. In total, 401 national parks were closed, in addition national zoos. Among the places that were closed were all the monuments […]
Gun Control Resurfaces in Washington
October 31, 2013
With the recent shooting at the Naval Yard in the District of Columbia, which resulted in the death of twelve people, America turned again to what our current president, Barrack Obama, had proposed: a ban on many assault rifles, high-capacity magazines, and background checks required for weapons. Also, ammunition prices would be double, and there […]
Earlier Start Startles Students
October 30, 2013
If you have not realized this already, Fleetwood Area High School’s day has been moved up by five minutes. Students seem to be overly harsh on the change in schedule for the Fleetwood Area High School. The school day used to start at 7:30 a.m., Eastern Standard Time, but it now starts 7:25 a.m., Eastern […]
Nike/Adidas Feud Sparks Heated Controversy
October 30, 2013
There are many different brands of sports and clothing out there. Nike and Adidas are the two main competitors. Fleetwood students offered several differing opinions on which one is better. “I’m an Adidas kind of guy,” Shaq Cobb said. “I like Nike clothing,” Kayla Lynn Daniels said. Each company makes the same thing, just in […]
Kenyan Disturbance Raises American Fears
October 29, 2013
On 21 Saturday, 2013, in Nairobi, Kenya, a terrible event occurred in the Westgate mall. This well-kept mall was overrun by about 10 terrorists who were out for blood, and nothing else. This takeover of the mall lasted from Saturday to Thursday. Al-Shabaab was the group’s name. According to CNN, Kenyan intelligence knew of a […]
Fleetwood Anticipates New NHL Season
October 29, 2013
It is back. The NHL has returned, it is roaring to go. “The Flyers are where it’s at. They have the Stanley Cup in the bag,” Junior Logan Silvius said. Last year’s Stanley Cup was the most watched event in NHL history. The former Stanley Cup champions are looking to repeat their successful season with […]
Fleetwood Celebrates Homecoming 2013
October 28, 2013
Fleetwood 2013 homecoming included a variety of events that gave Fleetwood students the chance to show their school spirit. The homecoming dance was Friday night after the powder puff game and the parade. Fleetwood’s football homecoming game was played against Schuylkill Valley on September 28th. The home team won 31-7. This made for an exciting […]
Random Cheese: What is Your Favorite Thing About Fall?
October 28, 2013
1) Tracy Reich, Study Hall Monitor– “The leaves, air, acorns–everything! I love fall!” 2) Bri Bailey, 12th grade– “I Love the coldness.” 3) Aubree Kilp, 9th grade– “Thanksgiving, bonfires, and hot chocolate.” 4) Casey Santos, 12th grade– “Halloween and haunted houses.” 5) Andrew Tissera, 9th grade– “The crunching sound of leaves under my feet.” 6) […]
This Week in History: Oct. 27- Nov. 2
October 27, 2013
October 27 1682- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was founded. 1775- The United States Navy was formed. 1858- Theodore Roosevelt was born. 1919- United States Congress signed The Volstead Act. 2012- Forty-six people were killed and one 123 injured in Iraq after a series of attacks and bombs. October 28 1492- Christopher Columbus discovered Cuba and claimed it […]
Safe Trick-or-Treat Back for Another Year
October 25, 2013
The Fleetwood Area High School Relay for Life team will be holding their annual Safe Trick-or-Treat on 30 October. The entrance is at the office doorway on the side of the high school. Kids in costumes walk down the English hallway trick-or-treating at the doorways. Math teacher Cynthia Steele is hoping to have plenty of […]
Delong Hits Big for Fleetwood Softball
October 25, 2013
When Ciara Delong plays softball in Florida for a showcase tournament, people will be mesmerized by her talent. She wants to play softball as a career when she is older. She started playing softball when she was only five-years-old. Her mom inspired her to play softball just like she did when she was Ciara’s age. […]
iPhone/Android Debate Unsettled
October 24, 2013
People are forever comparing iPhones and Androids. The iPhone 5 and the Android Galaxy S4 are the newest phones on the market right now. People never know which to choose, or else they are talked into purchasing something based on other people’s opinions. “If you don’t have an iPhone, you’re doing it wrong,” Kayla Lynn […]
Interim Principal Transitions Nicely
October 23, 2013
There is a new face in the Fleetwood Area High School staff. Mrs. Linda Misterkieiwicz is the new temporary principal. Misterkieiwicz has come out of retirement to keep the school up and running while the search for a permanent principal continues. Misterkieiwicz has a lot of experience in a school atmosphere. Before she entered retirement, […]
Field Show Celebrates Bond…James Bond
October 22, 2013
In the spirit of the 50th anniversary of the British spy, 007, the marching unit chose the character for its theme. This theme satisfies all ages, from the older crowd members who remember when the original Bond films came out, to the younger members who may have seen the most recent Bond film, Skyfall, which […]
Syrian Strike No Longer Inevitable
October 21, 2013
Who is Bashar al-Assad? He is the Syrian leader, and he has been head of Syria since 17 July 2000. Syria and the U.S. have been a hot topic lately. With Syria using chemicals on people, should the U.S. strike or not? A lot of Syrians flew to neighboring countries and are now refugees, but, […]
Weiss Makes History at FAHS
October 20, 2013
One new change to Fleetwood Area High School’s history department is the addition of Mr. Todd Weiss. Weiss is a 1977 graduate of Fleetwood Area High School, and he is excited to be back. “I very much enjoy him as a teacher because we get into friendly class debates. The tests are easy, and he […]
Chip Kelly Leads Eagles, but Where?
October 18, 2013
The Philadelphia Eagles came into this year with high expectations because of new additions to their roster and, most importantly, their new head coach, Chip Kelly. A lot of people do not think the team will do very well because they do not believe Chip Kelly’s high-tempo offense will work in the NFL. Other students […]
Fall Blood Drive Saves Lives
October 17, 2013
Fleetwood will be holding its tenth annual blood drive on 24 October from 7:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Miller-Keystone works with Fleetwood to get students to help out or give blood. Students wanting to give blood must be seventeen years of age and are not permitted to have tattoos or piercings within the past year. […]
The Tiger Times 
November 11, 2013
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