SATs are taken each year by high school students around the country. S.A.T. stands for Scholastic Aptitude Test. The SATs are a way to test a student’s academic skills. The ultimate scores are then used for admissions to get into colleges. “I think PSATs are really stressful because I want to get into a good […]
November 10, 2014
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Fantasy football has become very popular throughout the past few years. Fleetwood Area High School seems to enjoy getting involved with it as well. Fantasy football is basically this: you pick what league you want to play in; then you go through and pick the players you want to have on your team. The players […]
November 7, 2014
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Do you love Pumpkin Pie? If you do, then try this recipe at home! Pumpkin Pie is a traditional fall and winter treat. It is very easy and fun to make, and it will be a great dessert after Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas, or whenever you desire! What is great about this pie is that you […]
November 7, 2014
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This time of year is when the baseball postseason arrives. The World Series has come and gone. The San Francisco Giants and the Kansas City Royals were the two teams headed the World Series. The Royals entered as a Wild Card game to get into the postseason, but they did not let that affect them. That wild […]
November 6, 2014
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Fleetwood was never really known for football, but in past years, a lot has changed. They went from one of the worst teams in the county to a feared opponent in the majority of their games. The high-powered offense doesn’t give opponents’ defense much rest. Fleetwood has one of the most exciting offenses in the […]
November 6, 2014
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“I do not think they should because many people are not good with standardized tests. Some people have anxiety and forget everything.” –Junior Lacey Greiss “I do believe that the SATs can accurately depict your knowledge; however, I do not think it can accurately depict your intelligence. Intelligence is not just your ability to remember […]
November 5, 2014
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The NBA is starting back up. As you may already know, in the off-season, LeBron James made his return to Cleveland. There was a ton of speculation about LeBron staying in Miami or returning to his hometown. James decided to return home, where he spent all of his childhood. The Cleveland fans were none to happy about LeBron’s […]
November 5, 2014
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Anyone desiring to join the army must go through a ten week training known as basic training. This is a huge leap from being a normal citizen into a well-developed soldier. This training goes through the basic skills needed out in the field as well as bringing out the confidence in every single person. As a soldier, each […]
November 4, 2014
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After twenty seasons, Derek Jeter thought it was time to retire. He is one the best to ever play the game. Jeter was always humble throughout his career. Before this season, he posted on Facebook that he was to retire at the end of the season. Jeter had a press conference a couple days later after […]
November 4, 2014
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Donating blood is more important than some people may think! The average number of U.S. blood donors a year is 15.7 million. Donating blood is an easy way to become someone’s hero and potentially save his or her life. Before donating blood, it is important that you have a healthy iron level, get a good night […]
November 3, 2014
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What would you do if you saw your best friend murdered in cold-blood right in front of you? A fifty-two-year-old man by the name of Leon Cordell Rosby experienced this firsthand. On 30 June 2013, Rosby was out walking his dog near 137th Street and Jefferson Avenue in Hawthorne, CA, and witnessed a S.W.A.T. team […]
November 3, 2014
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It’s back, easily one of the best leagues in the world, the Premier League, watched by millions and a favorite of many more. The league is led by the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Tottenham. So far, Chelsea is sitting in first place without even losing a game yet! Diego […]
October 31, 2014
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The Fleetwood Ice Hockey Club dropped the puck for their season on Friday, 12 September, at 7:00 p.m. The first practice was held at BodyZone Sports Complex. “I’m eager to see what the future holds for the club, and I’m anticipating a much better outcome than we had last year,” senior Mike Osenbach said. Last […]
October 31, 2014
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Kiki Labaze moved from John Hus Moravian Church School and is a junior here at Fleetwood Area High school. After Kiki graduates, she plans to go to college somewhere in New York, but she is unsure about what she wants to study. Labaze has five siblings and was born on 2 March. In her free time, […]
October 30, 2014
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Technology education teacher Mrs. Sara Shelton-Sanocki’s room has been invaded by robots! In fact, Fleetwood Area High School’s resident photography, job search, yearbook, and CAD teacher was recently gifted with these robots. Her family from Georgia came to visit her earlier this year, and they saw how excited she was about teaching her students. They wanted […]
October 30, 2014
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Ebola has been the talk of the town for a little while now. Also known as Ebola Hemorrhagic fever, it is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains. There are five identified Ebola virus species, four of which cause disease in humans, monkeys, gorillas, and chimpanzees. “I […]
October 29, 2014
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Halloween is a worldwide holiday. Not all countries celebrate Halloween at the same time or in the same way. Depending on where you live, it’s not really called Halloween either. However, the concept is the same overall. Halloween was first popular in Ireland. That’s where both Canada and the United States acquired their traditions. In the […]
October 29, 2014
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Have you ever run out of things to make? Do you want to satisfy your sweet tooth? Butterfinger Caramel Apples make a fun fall treat. They are simple and only take fifteen minutes to prepare. It would be great to make with a friend or for a Thanksgiving treat. Ingredients: • 6 lollipop or wooden […]
October 28, 2014
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Jennifer Neiman was awarded teacher of the month for the month of October by her colleagues at the Fleetwood Area High School. Neiman teaches chemistry to juniors and seniors. “Neiman is really cool and cares a lot about the kids that she teaches,” science teacher Mark Coassolo said. Neiman does a lot of activities for the […]
October 28, 2014
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Comments Off on Fleetwood Girls’ Basketball Team On the Prowl For Success
The Fleetwood Girls’ basketball team is looking to have another great season for the 2014-2015 school year. Last year, the girls finished the season 24-6 and made it all the way to the state playoffs until their season came to an end with a loss to Holy Redeemer. The Tigers have some holes to fill […]
October 27, 2014
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Comments Off on Carroll and Raudenbush Win October Student of the Month
For the month of October, Jacqueline Carroll and Ryan Raudenbush were picked by faculty as the students of the month. This is the second month that Fleetwood has done student of the month awards. Ryan is the son of Dennis and Judy Raudenbush. He also has a brother named Todd. Raudenbush would like to attend Penn […]
October 27, 2014
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With the NHL season kicking off about a week ago, students, staff, and faculty gathered around their TVs or computers or Smart Phones to watch one the games on the opening day of the season. “Thank you, [God]! I am jumping for joy that the season has finally started,” senior Mike Osenbach said. The Los […]
October 23, 2014
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This week’s random cheese is all about Fleetwood students’ favorite foods. Ten Fleetwood students were asked what their favorite food was, and here is what they said: Junior Reilly Smith said, “I like cereal.” Junior Miah Maldonado said, “I would definitely say tacos from Taco Bell.” Senior Austin Hottenstein said, “Bacon is my favorite.” Senior Matt […]
October 23, 2014
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Jacob McGarry is the secretary of the class of 2018. He enjoys playing the guitar, takes all honors classes, and is a member of the German Club. McGarry loves to play the guitar outside of school and loves the interesting sound. The guitar is in McGarry’s favorite group of instruments. McGarry enjoys the arts and […]
November 10, 2014
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