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Freedom of Summer Break Arrives
Many students are always excited for the end of the school year. With the end of the year just passed, many students are rewarded with a carefree summer. There are many locations that students usually like to visit during their two months of freedom. The beach is a very common attraction. Many times teens usually […]
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Favorite Subjects Surveyed
June 15, 2011
by thetigertimes
Everyone has his or her favorite subject, but some people do not like to share out of concern for their teachers’ feelings. However, there are plenty of people who have no problem explaining what they thought about their favorite subject. For instance, Ethan Martinez boldly said that math was his favorite subject–until this year–without giving a […]
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Taliban Attack Construction Site
June 14, 2011
by thetigertimes1
On Wednesday May 19th, over 100 Taliban fighters attacked a road construction site in a remote area in Afghanistan. The Taliban fighters wielded heavy machine guns, rocket-propelled grenades, and assault rifles. The site was located in Wazei Zadran, which is a region filled with mountains in Paktia. This region is right next to some of Pakistan’s […]
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Tech Ed Earns Financial Assistance from Northrop Gumman
June 14, 2011
by thetigertimes
There is good news for the students at Fleetwood Area High School who are involved in the drafting and technology education department. A grant has been given to the department, which should fund additional opportunities for students. A local parent recently approached the school and requested the department to apply for the grant through Northrop […]
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“On Stranger Tides” Entertaining Despite Serious Sparrow
June 13, 2011
by thetigertimes
Drink up, me hearties–and we mean drink up the new Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. With new and old characters, new creatures, and famous pirates, this movie is sure to bring some excitement to the table. But does the newest Pirates of the Caribbean live up to the expectations? We all know the […]
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Random Cheese Hosts Prom Reactions
June 13, 2011
by thetigertimes
What do you like about Prom? Ryan Hollenbach (’12): “Getting to be with all my friends.” Brian Erb (’12): “I don’t like prom.” Edwin Enriquez (’12): “Seeing all my friends looking good all dressed up.” Kaylie Vrabel (’11): “Having a good time with all my friends.” Nikki Capitle (’11): “Seeing everyone dressed up.” Karley Eberhart […]
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Underclassmen Awards Honor Academics, Character
June 10, 2011
by thetigertimes
On May 19th, 2011, Fleetwood Area High School held the Underclassmen Student Awards for the 2010 – 2011 school year. The ceremony started at 7:00 p.m. and lasted about half an hour. The ceremony was opened by the singing of the Star-Spangled Banner by the Women’s Chorus. The awards consisted of the Senator Schwank Citizenship […]
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Breaking News: World Doesn’t End
June 10, 2011
by thetigertimes
May 21st, 2011, was supposed to be Judgment Day, as predicted by 89-year-old Harold Camping of Family Radio. Camping predicted that there was going to be a worldwide earthquake at precisely 6:00 pm. During this earthquake, everyone who believes in God was supposed to be taken up to heaven, and those who do not believe […]
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“Try Hockey for Free” Day Seeks New Skating Sports Stars
June 9, 2011
by thetigertimes
Click on the link below to learn more about Muhlenberg’s “Try Hockey for Free” Day! Hockey
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NHS Remembers Fleetwood’s Kathy Price
June 9, 2011
by thetigertimes
On Friday, May 13th, Fleetwood Area High School’s National Honor Society chapter held a walk-a-thon in memory of Kathy Price. Kathy Price was a community member who tragically lost her three-year battle with breast cancer on May 6, 2011. Kathy left behind Keith, her husband of ten years, as well as a young daughter, Kristin, and […]
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Baccalaureate Scheduled for Sunday
June 9, 2011
by thetigertimes
A baccalaureate service is a religious event given to a graduating class to honor them. At Fleetwood Area High School, the baccalaureate service is being held on Sunday June 12th, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. It will take place in the auditorium of the high school. All of the graduating seniors and their loved ones are invited to […]
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Geisinger, Weida Join Church Councils
June 7, 2011
by thetigertimes
At Fleetwood Area High School, there are a few people who are involved in extracurricular activities that involve helping the community. Elizabeth Geisinger and Becca Weida are both engaged in activities of this sort at their local churches. They are two of the few young people who attend Fleetwood Area High School to be on […]
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Bath Salts to be Banned in Berks
June 7, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Prosecutors and the Berks County District Attorney have recently been trying to ban designer drugs here in Berks County. Some of these designer drugs would include synthetic marijuana and bath salts that can be sold over the counter to someone of the legal age of 18. Designer drugs have been around for several years, but, in […]
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FAHS Drivers’ Ed on the Chopping Block?
June 6, 2011
by thetigertimes1
With the school’s budget finally balanced for this year, most of the programs scheduled to be cut will now still be available to students. However, Drivers’ Education, a class for sophomores, will no longer be available or required to graduate. Current Drivers’ Education teacher Amy Barnett will be moving to another school in the district; with the […]
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Truck Convoy Helping Make Wishes Come True
June 6, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Where were you on Mother’s Day this year? On May 8th, the Make-A-Wish Foundation held their 22nd annual truck convoy in Philadelphia and the Susquehanna Valley to raise money for the children in the foundation. For those unaware of what the Make-a-Wish Foundation is exactly, it is an organization that helps make the wishes of children with life-threatening medical […]
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Birth Ceritficate “Crisis” Exemplifies Disguised Racism
June 3, 2011
by thetigertimes1
If one asked me to describe the American populace, I’d just sigh. A country that was originally built on hard work and the thought that anything is possible if you work your hardest has turned into a country filled with people who only care about their selfish selves. On top of that, the American population is becoming increasingly […]
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Budget Cuts May Cripple Art Classes
June 3, 2011
by thetigertimes1
The budget cuts that have been put into place by Governor Tom Corbett are affecting Pennsylvania schools in countless different ways. All school districts are experiencing problems due to these cuts. The art department at Fleetwood is being bombarded with these cuts. Students and faculty all over the state are outraged about these cuts being thrown at […]
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FBLA Seeking Leaders for ’11-’12 School Year
June 2, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Fleetwood’s FBLA, which stands for Future Business Leaders of America, is a club in numerous schools around the country. It is especially important for students interested in a business career. This program has become very popular for students because of how exciting the program can be. As a member of the club, students raise […]
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Walter’s Students Meet Hamlet in Philly
June 2, 2011
by thetigertimes1
“To be or not to be: that is the question.” These are the words of Hamlet in what is perhaps the most famous soliloquy in the English language. Both senior and freshman students of English teacher Marc Walter had the privilege of experiencing this very speech in Hamlet, one of the greatest plays the world […]
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Bin Laden’s Death Bittersweet Success
June 1, 2011
by thetigertimes1
After ten years of evading opposition forces in the Middle East, Osama bin Laden was finally caught and killed on the 1st of May. The most wanted terrorist in the World was killed in a firefight with United States forces in Abbottabad, Pakistan, not far from the nation’s capital. Long believed to be hiding […]
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A Teacher’s Summer is No Picnic
June 1, 2011
by thetigertimes
All students know what they are going to do during summer vacation, but do any of them know or even care what the teachers do? Well, The Tiger Times does! People often think that all teachers do during the summer is eat, sleep, and read, but there seems to be a lot more to it […]
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Schools Take Away Flavored Milks Over Obesity Concerns
May 31, 2011
by thetigertimes1
A number of school districts in Florida and California have begun to strip their students of their right to choose chocolate or strawberry milk for lunch. Their argument? It causes childhood obesity. Representatives from these schools make the argument that fat-free flavored milks have 27 grams of sugar in them, which is equivalent to the sugar in an 8 oz. Coca-Cola® soft drink. In addition […]
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The Corny Jokes Column
May 31, 2011
by thetigertimes1
Q: Why did the cook get arrested ? A: He was caught beating an egg. -Knock knock, Who’s there? -Banana Banana who? -Knock knock, Who’s there? Banana Banana who? Knock knock, Who’s there? Orange Orange who? Orange you glad I didn’t say banana? Without geometry, life is pointless. Q: What do you call cheese that’s […]
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June 15, 2011
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