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Four FAHS Runners Head to Districts
Cross Country is a sport unlike any other. The dedication and discipline that it requires can come as a shock to most. That may be why the team at Fleetwood is so small. In every Cross Country meet in Berks County, a race is 3.1 miles long (or 5K). The whole point of the sport […]
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Holiday Craft Show Sponsored by Senior Class, FBLA
November 14, 2011
by thetigertimes1
The annual Holiday Craft Show (formally known as the Holiday Bizarre) will take place this year on 19 November from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria, auxiliary gym, and hallways. The Holiday Craft Show is a fundraiser for both FBLA and the class of 2012’s graduation. The event consists of vendors […]
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United We Fall Rises
November 11, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Within Berks County alone, noteworthy local bands abound. The number of local cover bands and bands making their own material is mind-boggling. Each of the bands is unique in its stage presence, musical taste, and countless other things. The band United We Fall of Blandon was created in the summer of 2010 with Brian Erb playing bass […]
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In Memoriam: Steve Jobs
November 10, 2011
by thetigertimes1
On 5 October 2011, the world lost one of the most intelligent and creative people in recent memory; Steve Jobs passed away of cancer at the age of 56. Jobs will forever be remembered for his innovative Apple computer products and how they made people’s lives easier. But how did his inventions change the way […]
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Renaissance Faire a Wash…Again
November 10, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Like every class for the last few years, Fleetwood’s class of 2012 took the annual trip to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire on Thursday, 13 October. It was a rain-filled day at the Faire, but luckily the rain was only coming straight down. Students who did not bring an umbrella were soaked for the bus ride […]
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Snapbacks Snap Back into Fashion at Fleetwood
November 9, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Snapback hats have been making a comeback in the last year. These popular hats are not new to the fashion world; in fact, they were actually created and worn by baseball players in the 1950s. The Snapback hats became very popular in the 1980s and were worn as sporting apparel in many other sports. Snapbacks are also a […]
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Twitter Gaining Momentum among Students
November 9, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Social networking websites now appeal to 73% of high school students, or roughly three out of every four high school kids. When the words “social networking” are brought up, most people immediately think of Facebook; however, Twitter is on the rise among students at Fleetwood. More and more students are turning to Twitter to let […]
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Random Cheese Finds Out Your Spirit Animal
November 8, 2011
by thetigertimes
Spirit animals are an important part of one’s life. While many are unaware that they have a spirit animal, they are undoubtedly an important part of life…….and by that I mean people generally just say their favorite animal. Anywho, here’s this edition’s Random Cheese… “A Chicken.” –Sam Cabrera “An Aardvark.” –Dina Heffner “A […]
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Fleetwood Hockey Team Off to Quick Start
November 8, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Fleetwood’s Hockey team is swiftly advancing towards the end of the 2011 – 2012 season, and we all the student body is proud! What? You weren’t aware of the Fleetwood Area Hockey team? That’s probably because it never officially existed until this year. With two seniors from Fleetwood Area High School–Brad Wanner and Joey Matteo–on the varsity team […]
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Fleetwood’s Roamin’ Gnome Embarks
November 4, 2011
by thetigertimes1
With the start of anew school year, The Tiger Times staff has combined the ever popular Travelocity commercial to create the Fleetwood roaming gnome. The Travelocity gnome was transformed from his fancy blue coat to an awesome red Fleetwood Area High School letter jacket. He also earned some tiger paw prints on his hat and boots. For […]
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Family Favorites More Common Than Not
November 4, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Parents with multiple children have always told them they loved each equally, but according to a recent Time Magazine article, this is not true. In a study conducted by Catherine Conger, a professor of human and community developments at the University of California at Davis, a group of 384 pairs of siblings and their parents were […]
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Four Square a Huge Hit with Fleetwood Seniors
November 3, 2011
by thetigertimes1
A lot of the seniors at Fleetwood are interested and involved in many different activities, but, if there is one activity that has taken precedence over the rest this year, it is the seniors’ love for four square. The game wasn’t big with last year’s senior class, but now almost all of the seniors are playing […]
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Some Tips May Help College Hopefuls
November 3, 2011
by thetigertimes1
For high school seniors, the pressures of college can at times be overwhelming. Touring colleges, applying to them, and trying to meet deadlines make for some stressful moments throughout the year. There are, however, many misconceptions about college and many struggles other high schoolers face when applying or trying to get ready for life after […]
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Random Profile–Mitch Kinek Follows Fleetwood Family Tradition
November 2, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Freshman Mitch Kinek is the son of Thomas and Shelli, and brother to Tori, Kaley, and Joe. He’s an athletic, pizza-loving soccer player. In the few weeks Mitch has been in high school, he’s been more than enjoying himself. Most kids find their freshman year nerve-racking because many of them are on their own . For […]
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Skinny Jeans Fashionable but Unhealthy?
November 2, 2011
by thetigertimes1
The latest craze to hit the Fleetwood area has been skinny jeans. From little kids to adults, skinny jeans are the latest and greatest thing to wear. Sure they look good, but what are fashionable folks sacrificing for the sake of looking nice? Rumors about health concerns involving skinny jeans have been circulating for some […]
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’11-’12 Fleetwood Homecoming King and Queen Coronated
November 1, 2011
by thetigertimes2
“It makes me feel like I am a part of the school and will never be forgotten,” 2011 Homecoming King Ryan Cortazzo said as he was crowned by last year’s King, Leonardo Rosario. Every year the student council organizes Homecoming, a highly anticipated event including a dance, a parade, and the crowning of a King […]
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Anticipation Building for Misa’s Fugue Premiere
November 1, 2011
by thetigertimes2
The documentary Misa’s Fugue, a survivor story of Frank Grunwuald and his Holocaust experience, has recently received much praise. The movie is a grant recipient of the 2011-12 Berks Arts Council and the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts. The grants that Misa’s Fugue has obtained are worth $1,084 ($542 from each organization). The money will […]
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Barnett’s Elementary Transfer Stimulates Student Comparisons
October 31, 2011
by thetigertimes2
The class of 2015 would not know it, but Fleetwood Area High School lost an irreplaceable member of its teaching staff last year. Amy Barnett, who taught both drivers’ education and girls’ physical education, was transferred to Willow Creek Elementary School at the end of the 2010-2011 school year. Governor Corbett’s budget cuts got the […]
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Tis the Season for Flu Shots
October 31, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Are flu vaccines really necessary for teenagers? According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), they are very necessary. Over time, the flu vaccinations received by children begin to wear down, and many older kids can develop risks for certain infections in their teen years. Teenagers might also have to catch up on vaccines they […]
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Fleetwood Closed on Monday, 31 October
October 30, 2011
by thetigertimes
In an AlertNow Message at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, 30 October, Superintendent Dr. Paul Eaken informed students and staff that the Fleetwood Area School District would be closed on Monday, 31 October, owing to road closures and fallen trees.
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Corbett to Pass Tough Driving Law
October 28, 2011
by thetigertimes1
On 28 September, a bill was passed creating tougher rules for junior drivers, and Governor Corbett has said he will eventually sign it into law. The bill will limit the number of passengers allowed in a junior driver’s vehicle to only one passenger for the first 6 months the driver has his or her license. […]
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Trite Transfers from Security Guard to Fleetwood Teacher
October 28, 2011
by thetigertimes1
A familiar face once observed protecting the halls of Fleetwood Area High School found himself a new place to call home this year, Room #8. Adam Trite made the transition from security guard to history teacher this year after Mr. Lessig announced that he would embark on a missionary trip to Africa. Trite, who had […]
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Safe Trick-or-Treat Better than Ever
October 27, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Last night on 26 October, the FAHS Relay for Life time hosted its annual Safe Trick-or-Treat event at the high school. People under the age of eighteen are admitted into the event for only $5.00 while parents or students over the age of eighteen who are accompanying minors get in for free. The haunted journey started upon entering […]
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Phillies Set Win Record but End Season Early
October 27, 2011
by thetigertimes1
On Wednesday, 8 September, the Philadelphia Phillies set a franchise record for regular season wins with a four to three extra-inning victory over the slumping Atlanta Braves. The Phillies, who seemed almost certain to surpass the previous mark of 101 wins early in the season, suffered an eight game losing streak on the heels of clinching the […]
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November 16, 2011
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