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Fleetwood Seniors Honored with Postseason Awards
“It’s an awesome feeling, knowing that coaches all around the county notice my skill and acknowledge it,” First Team All-County player Danny Lopez said. Every year towards the end of the season, coaches from every team around the county get together and vote for All-County and All-State Selections. This year,Fleetwood had three students receive such awards. […]
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Fleetwood Wrestling Team Thrives with Four
January 27, 2012
by thetigertimes1
To those that are unaware, the FAHS wrestling team battled it out in a tough weekend tournament that was held on 9 January. Wrestlers were thrown into a gruesome bracket consisting of AAA state wrestling champ Central Dauphin and AA state qualifier Northern Lehigh. Wrestlers from Brandywine, Oley, Muhlenburg, and Fleetwood represented Berks County; Fleetwood wrestlers […]
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Chromatic Wakeup a Local Phenomenon
January 27, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Heavily influenced by such bands as Switchfoot, Muse, and Death Cab for Cutie, Chromatic Wakeup is an Alternative Dance Rock group hailing from the greater Reading area. Chromatic Wakeup is comprised of six members: front man AJ Fink (Lead Guitar, Lead Vocals), Nick Readdy (Keys, Vocals), Zac Cambria (Guitar, Vocals), Mark Gettis (Bass, Vocals), Rob […]
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Random Profile: Julie Sipos
January 26, 2012
by thetigertimes2
Q: When is your birthday? A: June 26. Q: Are you involved in any extracurricular activities? A: FBLA and Cheerleading. Q: What’s your favorite… Color: Green. TV Show: Still Standing. Band/Artist: Selena Gomez. School Subject: Math. Q: What do your friends see you as? A: Someone to go to for advice. Q: What’s your favorite […]
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Marching Unit Prepares for Second Semester Success
January 26, 2012
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This year’s Fleetwood marching unit showed significant improvement from previous years. The year brought the many students involved another great year of marching, music, and routines. The band front, whose numbers have been dwindling, put on a stellar performance. The routines had a lot more action, and the dance number in the first field show […]
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The Devil Inside Not Worth Exorcising
January 25, 2012
by thetigertimes2
The Devil Inside is quite possibly one of the worst scary movies ever made. The teaser trailers make it seem like a captivating, thrilling flick that would actually scare you, but it is actually the complete opposite. The movie is based on events that took place in 1989, where emergency responders received a 911 call […]
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Cyber-Bullying a Case of Impersonal Cruelty at FAHS
January 25, 2012
by thetigertimes2
Bullying is a very serious issue taking place in schools all over the world. Everyone has heard of it, many of us have been victims of it, and, unfortunately, many of us have probably even participated in it. Bullying can, however, be prevented if the rights actions are taken. There are many different types of […]
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Hilton Head Island a Perfect Vacation Spot
January 24, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Recently I had the opportunity to get away from school for a week and go down to Hilton Head Island. Hilton Head Island is a beautiful island located off the coast of South Carolina. The foot-shaped island is 12 miles long and roughly five miles wide; it boasts breathtaking beaches. There is so much to […]
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Fleetwood Faculty, Students Reflect on Music Trends
January 24, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Music has grown exponentially over the years. Many teachers and students say music genres such as country, classical, religious, and rock are the most popular genres among the people of Fleetwood today. Many teachers agree that music has come a long way since they have been in high school. “Hair” bands were extremely popular about during […]
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Random Profile: Haley Schlechter
January 23, 2012
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Q: What are you going to miss the most about Fleetwood? A: Seeing my closest friends every day. Q: Is there any advice you would give the freshman to have a successful high school experience? A: Get involved, and don’t forget about your closest friends; they will be there through all four years of high school. […]
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Tebow Time Has Come
January 23, 2012
by thetigertimes2
There have been few stories larger in football this year than the emergence of Bronco’s quarterback Tim Tebow as a superstar and sports icon. In his second year, the ex-Florida Gator has made waves throughout the league with not only his unconventional playing style but also his conduct on and off the field. Since being selected […]
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YMCA Hosts Anniversary Party
January 20, 2012
by thetigertimes1
The Tri Valley YMCA is hosted a party for its one year anniversary on January 7th. Members and interested community members were invited to attend. The radio station Y102 was live from 10:00 a.m. to noon from the Williow Creek Elementary parking lot. During the party, there were member appreciation giveaways and techno gym equipment demonstrations from […]
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Random Cheese: What Makes 2012 So Exciting?
January 20, 2012
by thetigertimes2
With the New Year rolling in fast, The Tiger Times staff ventured out to ask the student body: “What are you looking forward to most in 2012?” Tracy Reich: “The summer.” Shaq Cobb: “Getting my permit.” Joe Sherman: “The end of the world.” John Jaramillo: “College.” Lauren Fuerst: “Julie graduating.” Amanda Lynch: “Graduation and senior […]
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2012 Winter Weather Offers Little Threat
January 19, 2012
by thetigertimes2
It seems as if another brutal winter is in store for the 2011-12 season. Thanks to La Nina, a coupled ocean phenomenon, multiple storms have been predicted throughout the United States. La Nina is influenced by the Jetstream along the coasts of the United States. Unlike last year, where Northeast was hit the hardest, North […]
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Random Profile: Amanda Lazar
January 19, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Q: What is your favorite thing about high school so far? A: I love the freedom we get in high school. Q: What are your plans after high school? A: I plan to attend college to become a gerontologist so I can help older citizens. Q: Where is your dream vacation destination? A: My dream […]
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Jake Conrad Makes Music in Fleetwood
January 18, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Jake Conrad is a senior at Fleetwood Area High School. He was born on 7 July 1993. Jake’s parents are Scott and Melissa Conrad, or as he affectionately calls them, Bert and Ernie. From an early age, Jake took an interest in guitar. He currently plays the guitar for a local band named Like Monsters […]
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Tiger Times Wants Your Queries
January 18, 2012
by thetigertimes3
A new advice column will soon be added to The Tiger Times. This advice column is a new option for students to be a part of for the school. Boxes will be placed, along with submission slips, in each English class as well as in the office. On these slips, students are encouraged to write […]
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Willow Creek Mentoring Program Beneficial Schoolwide
January 17, 2012
by thetigertimes1
At Fleetwood Area High School, students are taking steps to ensure future generations develop the skills they need to be successful in a school environment. Willow Creek Elementary School and FAHS have joined together to form a mentoring program uniting kindergarten students with high school students. Willow Creek’s involvement in the mentoring program began right after […]
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January 13, 2012
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Economic Challenge Team at FAHS Commences
January 13, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Economic Challenge is something that has never been a part of FAHS before this year. As with most new clubs, not many are involved or even know about it. Dina Heffner, Economics teacher at FAHS, started the club to help both seniors taking Economics and those who are just fans of the topic. “Economic Challenge […]
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Prom Themes Forming in Comittee
January 13, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Prom is always a memorable tradition highlighting the end of the school year as well as the end of public school for seniors. It is a night that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. With every prom, high expectations arise from the student body for this momentous high school occasion. Last […]
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FAHS too Lenient on PDA?
January 12, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Public displays of affection (PDA): When does it go from cute to inappropriate? “There is no place for PDA in school,” German teacher Shawn Rudy states. “I feel teachers shouldn’t be all over students for PDA, but I also think students shouldn’t be making out in the halls,” Sophomore DaQuan Brown said. “[PDA] makes me […]
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Cool Math 4 Kids Combines Entertainment and Education
January 12, 2012
by thetigertimes1
There are hundreds of laptops and computers throughout the school. From the library to computer labs to the netbooks in our high school English classrooms, Fleetwood Area High School is filled with technology. Students at Fleetwood have access to technology all the time. Whether they are researching or trying to pass the time of a […]
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School Lunches a Recipe of Funding and Laws
January 11, 2012
by thetigertimes
School: a place to go and learn. But what students may not think about are the less visible things that make up our school. Every morning, FASD has ladies come into our school and prepare food for each student who buys lunch, not to mention teachers as well. Each day we have a choice of a sandwich, […]
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January 30, 2012
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