Fifty-year old teacher, Tad Cummins, was accused of kidnapping his fifteen-year old student after researching ‘teen marriage’ before allegedly abducting the girl, according to authorities. The kidnapping of Elizabeth Thomas took place on 13 March 2017, and Cummins was fired from his job the next day. “Cummins may have been abusing his role of a […]
April 12, 2017 by thetigertimes7
A bystander is a person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part.The FAHS Bystander Program is a performance about the role a bystander plays in bullying. The message is about how to avoid being a bystander, answering the question, What you can do if someone is put in a […]
April 11, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 22 March, Khalid Masood rented an SUV in downtown London, England, and plowed through pedestrians on the Westminster bridge. Khalid Masood was a 52-year-old man who was born in Dartford, England. He was married and had three children and spent most of his life moving around England. He also spent time in prison. According […]
April 10, 2017 by thetigertimes6
Before egg dye and food coloring existed, people would paint their eggs naturally. They would use materials such as onion skins or peelings from beets and apples. Doing this naturally gives the eggs a more exotic and natural look, rather than dipping them in color or painting them with cotton swabs. Susan Shelly wrote an […]
April 7, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On Monday, 6 March, the police were called to a gruesome scene in a small North Carolina town. Thirty-five-year-old Yesenia Funez Beatriz Machado was found dead in her home, with her son Oliver holding her decapitated head in one hand and a large butcher knife in the other. “This whole area is a quiet area, […]
April 6, 2017 by thetigertimes7
This year brought the fourth installment of the World Baseball Classic, an international tournament sanctioned by the World Baseball and Softball Confederation that pits the best players in the world against each other playing for their respective countries. The 2017 iteration set attendance and viewership records as it continues to grow in popularity. The tournament […]
April 5, 2017 by thetigertimes7
March Madness started on 14 March with the qualification round. The first round is generally considered less exciting as all the other rounds. It does not secure as many viewers as all the other rounds either. The second round is when a lot of upsets happen. The round of 64 is where first seeds play […]
April 4, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Zoos are a controversial topic of late. Much research has been conducted on their ability to care for their animals. The results are astonishing to some. Zoos often move animals around if there are a surplus of them in a particular zoo. This breaks bonds developed between the animals and deteriorates their mental state. The […]
April 1, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Confirming longheld beliefs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have finally and officially recognized Senioritis as a high risk mental disorder. “After years of clinical studies on at-risk demographics and research on potential biological causes and effects, we have confirmed that Senioritis is a legitimate health concern that we should monitor moving forward,” acting […]
March 31, 2017 by thetigertimes7
NBA All-Star Weekend took place 17-19 February 2017 in New Orleans, culminating in the 66th NBA All-Star Game. The entire weekend was comprised of the Rising Stars Challenge, Celebrity Game, Three-Point and Slam Dunk Contests, and ultimately the All-Star Game. The Rising Stars Challenge is an exhibition for the top first and second year players […]
March 30, 2017 by thetigertimes
“Student loans,” Shawn Bessey said. “Spiders,” Seth Wagner said. “Unglazed donuts,” Nick Carlin said. “Snakes,” physical education teacher Eric Jonassen said. Mrs. Castiglioni- “Thousand leggers,” Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Nancy Castiglioni said. “Something bad happening to my children,” office secretary Stacey Maurek said. “Failing in life,” Broderick Allen said. “Kool-Aid Man,” Tristan Spannuth said. […]
March 30, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 22 March 2017, at approximately 2:40 p.m., an attacker drove a car over Westminster Bridge, killing at least 2 pedestrians and injuring numerous others. The attacker drove a car into the railing outside of the Houses of Parliament. The attacker was armed with a knife and killed unarmed officer P.C. Keith Palmer before being […]
March 29, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 25 February, 2017, the Fleetwood Art Department hosted the annual Art Event. Students of all grades from a variety of art classes held their own creation stations for local children to come take part in fundraising for the department. “To prepare for the art event, we had to line up each station and collect […]
March 29, 2017 by thetigertimes
On 5 February, the New England Patriots went head-to-head with, and defeated, the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl 51. The final score was 34-28 in overtime. The Patriots went 17-2 on the season, all thanks to Tom Brady’s heroics. The New England Patriots won in dramatic fashion after being down by as many as 25 […]
March 28, 2017 by thetigertimes7
“Spend time with family and children,” English teacher Ms. Debra Mahnken said. “Figure out the craziest way to die and do it,” senior Sydney Lobb said. “Steal a private jet and travel the world,” senior Lexi Nowotarski said. “Make sure everyone knows how much I appreciate them,” junior Chantel Cobb said. ”Skydive and spend time […]
March 28, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On April 6-9, the Fleetwood Area High School music department will be departing for Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, for their annual department trip. Students all across the department have been fundraising for several months to help pay for their travel and lodging fees. “I’m not very good at fundraising, but I received a fair amount of […]
March 27, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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 […]
March 27, 2017 by thetigertimes
On March 4 2017, hundreds of students from grades 3-12 in the Fleetwood Area School District took part in the annual Fleetwood Amera Music Association Pasta and Presto Fundraiser. Families and community members were welcomed to the school to enjoy performances from ensembles all across the district and eat a pasta dinner to benefit FAMA. […]
March 24, 2017 by thetigertimes
On January 19 2016, Fleetwood Sophomore Taylor Reed competed in Berks Kids Got Talent. Berks Kids Got Talent is a competition that doubles as a fundraiser to benefit the Dyslexia Center in Reading. Reed competed against kids all across the county who performed a variety of different acts. Taylor showed off her skills by performing […]
March 24, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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 […]
March 23, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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 […]
March 22, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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, […]
March 21, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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 […]
March 16, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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 […]
April 27, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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