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76ers’ Season Becomes Questionable

March 27, 2017

The Philadelphia 76ers’ “process” is slowly falling apart as the season continues forward. This “process” first started when the seven-foot center Joel Embiid was drafted third overall by the Sixers. Sam Hinkie was the General Manager for the Philadelphia 76ers when Joel Embiid and other Sixers players were drafted. He was the man who started […]

Manmiller, Schoener Named March Students of the Month

March 24, 2017

The senior students of the month nominees for the month of March are Tyler Manmiller and Katelyn Schoener, who have both been recognized for excellence in their school and community. Katelyn Schoener is the daughter of Scott and Michele Schoener and the sister of Bradley and Alexis Schoener. Throughout her high school career, Schoener has […]

Hair: What Else Is There?

March 23, 2017

Hair is what makes everyone different. It defines you. Do you take care of it? There are many ways to make sure that your hair is happy and healthy. Many people believe that hair should be washed once a day, but it is recommended that hair is washed two to three times a week. The […]

Spicy Potato Curry Offers a Vegan Kick

March 22, 2017

A spicy vegan potato curry dish is an easy-to-make meal. This recipe can suit just about any occasion. To make this dish, one must have the appropriate ingredients. To start off, have five peeled and cubed potatoes ready. If one chooses to do so, more potatoes can be added. After the dicing of the potatoes, […]

Egyptian Koshary a Unique Culinary Treat

March 21, 2017

Egyptian koshary consists of many different ingredients. First, you start with the base, which is the white rice. Some people like to make the rice with lentils. Another part of the base is the pasta. The pasta plays a big role in the dish. It is usually cooked al dente. Next, you add the chickpeas […]

Fleetwood Boys Tennis Starts Up

March 16, 2017

As the upcoming boys’ tennis season quickly approaches, many members are looking ahead with great optimism. Players include freshmen Josh Kopysienski, Zach Haas, Vincent Rudderow, and Aaron Poper; sophomores Nicholas Miller and Nico Touch; juniors Austin Brown and Shawn Bessey; and seniors Kyle Keirstead, Adam Cook, Harry Zheng, Max Pavlick, Jeremy Heist, Cole Strange, and […]

Buddy Holly Lesson by Principal Herman

March 15, 2017

On 2 March, Principal Stephen Herman taught a lesson about musician Buddy Holly and his influence on music in the 1950’s. Buddy Holly was a rock and roll singer. He is known to many as the person who started rock and roll. He inspired so many, including The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Elton John, John Lennon, […]

German Club Makes Gingerbread Houses

March 14, 2017

The German club took part in Gingerbread house making for the recent holiday season. This event took place on 21 December 2016. One may not be aware of the history of gingerbread houses. The edible mock houses one sees today originated in Germany due to the popular tale, Hansel and Gretel. However, gingerbread being shaped […]

Effects of TV On The Brain

March 13, 2017

Studies show that the amount of TV time per day can affect the way you live. According to livescience.com, people who watch a lot of television and don’t exercise much at all may begin to see the effects of their unhealthy living habits on their brains as early as their midlife. “Being physically active at […]

Do It Yourself: Stress Balls

March 10, 2017

Stress is a big part of today’s society, and not one person will ever be completely “stress free.” There are many ways to relieve it ,and one of the well known ways is stress balls. Many stress toys can be found at local stores. Even businesses hand them out with company labels on them to […]

Do It Yourself: Lava Lamps

March 9, 2017

In the late 1960s, the lava lamp came to symbolize all things counterculture and psychedelic. The lamp was invented by Edward Craven Walker, a British accountant, who died at age 82. Today we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the lava lamp. If you don’t know how the lamps work, here is a quick scientific explanation. […]

Do It Yourself: No Sew Handbags

March 8, 2017

If you are not the most crafty person or have a tough time with needles and thread, then keep reading. A way to make a stylish, cost-efficient bag without having to sew anything has been found. It has been trending on the DIY scale for a while. Many people enjoy this quick, ten-minute craft and […]

Fleetwood Golf Team Needs New Members

March 7, 2017

As the winter sports come to a close, the fall sports begin to make their way into the interests of many students. With that in mind, there is one fall sport many overlook and don’t think sign up for. The golf team may be in the process of being ignored by the larger student body, […]

Wilkinson Holds Monthly Book Club

March 6, 2017

English teacher Mrs. Sarah Wilkinson holds Book Club in her classroom once every month. She assigns a book for the students to read, and they have one month to finish the book. Once the book is finished and it is the date that she assigns the meeting on, all the students come to her room […]

Opinion: Animals Have Rights

March 3, 2017

Over 56 billion farm animals are killed each year for food. Fish and other sea animals’ death toll is so great that the only measurement justifiable is tons. More than 100 million animals, including dogs, cats, monkeys, birds, rats, mice, fish, pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and frogs are killed each year for laboratory testing. […]

NHS Welcomes New Inductees

February 27, 2017

On 23 February, the Fleetwood Area High School chapter of National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony. Each year, juniors and seniors are honored with induction. Students with a 92% grade average are invited to apply. They are accepted on criteria including academics, community, volunteering, sports, music, etc., according to the Fleetwood Area High […]

Spring Student Teachers Arrive at FAHS

February 24, 2017

Fleetwood Area School District is hosting several Kutztown University student teachers, and starting this academic year, the student teaching program started running for a full college semester. “Yes, I do enjoy coming to teach at Fleetwood because it has a very inviting environment,” Mrs. Sarah Wilkinson’s student teacher Miss Milione said. “The students and staff […]

Heroin Investigation Puts Suspects behind Bars

February 23, 2017

In August of 2016, the BCDTF (Berks County Drug Task Force) initiated a drug investigation into a heroin trafficking organization within Berks County. After numerous complaints were placed, undercover and controlled heroin was purchased, and information from confidential sources was received, police knew they had to do something. During this investigation, detectives found that the […]

Fleetwood Hosts First Overnight Mini-THON

February 22, 2017

On 10 February, Student council hosted its first overnight miniTHON. This comes after nearly eight months of the /planning the event. Senior Emma Davies coordinated meetings once a week from the beginning of the school year in order to plan a successful fundraiser. “Everyone worked very hard to make sure we could reach our goal […]

How to Recreate Panera’s Broccoli Soup

February 21, 2017

Panera is a very popular place to eat at any time of day. The homemade bread bowls and soups are some of the most popular menu options (next to the mac-and-cheese, of course). The fresh bread and fresh soup will warm you up on a cold winter night. Luckily, you can make it at home […]

2017 Season Brings Two Milestones To Girls’ Basketball

February 8, 2017

Mr. Matt Kellett, a Fleetwood Area High School girl’s basketball coach, recently earned his 100th win, and Fleetwood senior Lauren Lister recorded her 1,000 point. It has been an exciting season for Fleetwood girls’ basketball, with two career milestones being reached by two different individuals. Kellett’s 100 wins came when the Fleetwood girls’ basketball team […]

Tilikum Passes Away in Unnatural Habitat

February 7, 2017

On 6 January 2017, Tilikum, the notorious SeaWorld orca, passed away. In 1983, Tilikum was kidnapped from his pod near Iceland when he was just two years old. He was the largest orca in captivity, measuring approximately 22.5 feet and weighing about 12,500 pounds. Tilikum is just one of the many orcas that have been […]

Random Cheese: What are you going to miss most about high school when you graduate?

February 1, 2017

What are you going to miss most about high school when you graduate? “I’ll miss Mr. Houp,” senior Tristan Spannuth said. “I’ll miss my friends and high school sports,” senior Lexi Nowotarski said. “Soccer,” senior Sydney Lobb said. “I’ll miss my friends,”senior Katie Jones said. “Doing adult things for the first time,” English teacher Ms. Debra […]

Penn State Loses Rose Bowl

January 31, 2017

Penn State Nittany Lions, #5, and Southern California Trojans, #9, fought tremendously for the title of college football champions. With a USC win, they were titled Rose Bowl champions of 2017. On 2 January 2017, the University of Southern California gave Penn State a run for their money with a 52-49 win. It all started […]