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FAHS Junior Wenzel Commits to Cincinnati Baseball
A few weeks ago junior, FAHS Junior Devin Wenzel became verbally committed to play baseball for the University of Cincinnati. Cincinnati competes at the Division I level in the Big East conference against colleges such as Syracuse, Louisville, Villanova, and Pittsburgh. The 473 acre campus is in an urban area on the outskirts of Cincinnati, […]
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Sophomores Sell Gertrude Hawk Goodies for Fundraiser
March 25, 2011
by thetigertimes
Attention all sophomores who don’t want to pay out of their own pockets for prom and graduation: Your spring fundraiser has been chosen, and it is just in time for Easter! The spring fundraiser will be Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, and class officers issued the forms on Monday, March 7th. The difference for this fundraiser is […]
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Girls’ Soccer Seeks Tenth Consecutive Title
March 25, 2011
by thetigertimes
For the past decade, the Fleetwood Area High School girls’ soccer team has been a perennial power in the Berks league, and this season should be no different. The Tigers return with a plethora of talent, including five league honorees from the 2010 season. Head coach Mike Boyer returns for his fourteenth season and will […]
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Senior Fashion Show to Unveil Spring ’11 Styles
March 24, 2011
by thetigertimes
Every year after graduation, a safe graduation party is held at Ozzy’s Family Fun Center. All graduating seniors are invited to spend the night and to take part in the various activities provided . Plenty of fundraisers help to support this night, such as Vera Bradley Bingo and Mazzola’s coupons. One fundraiser in particular stands […]
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Recent Budget Meeting Exposes Program Chopping Block
March 24, 2011
by thetigertimes
On March 15th, 2011, The Fleetwood Area School Board hosted a meeting in the middle school to discuss the consequences of the anticipated budget deficit. Governor Tom Corbett’s budget is slashing funding for schools all over Pennsylvania, and Fleetwood is no exception. Obviously, a $1,900,000.00 deficit is a big deal. Corbett’s cuts to school funding, […]
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FAHS Principal DeAntonio Reflects on ’11-’12 Budgetary Concerns
March 22, 2011
by thetigertimes
I came across this quote the other day…. “Education is simply the soul of a society as it passes from one generation to another.” ~Gilbert K. Chesterton As we attempt to remember the real reason that public education exists, let us not forget that we owe our students the same opportunity that we were given–the […]
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Heart Health Contest Awards iPod to Jameson
March 18, 2011
by thetigertimes
Everyone is buzzing over the iPod contest that recently occurred in the high school. Although the prize was originally intended to be red, a pink iPod was awarded. Unfortunately, only one person had the chance of winning. That lucky winner was none other than Heather Jameson! Said Jameson, “I entered the contest just because I […]
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Talent in Short Supply for Canceled Talent Show
March 17, 2011
by thetigertimes
To the misfortune of the Fleetwood community, the talent show scheduled for Saturday, February 19th, was cancelled. Fashion Show Co-Coordinator and Spanish teacher Anita Lewis was very upset that Fleetwood students were not able to see the performers, and her heart goes out to the participants of the show who were hoping to show their […]
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Hirneisen, Higo Achieve at Regional Art Competition
March 16, 2011
by thetigertimes
In January, students from Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, and Carbon Counties gathered together at the Allentown Art Museum to show off what they could do with their artistic minds . Fleetwood students Charlotte Hirneisen and Jess Higo represented Fleetwood at this Regional Scholastic Art Competition. This Annual contest provides students the opportunity to enter their works […]
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St. Patrick’s Day Is a Green Mystery for Many
March 16, 2011
by thetigertimes
On March 17th, Irish people around the world celebrate the death of the patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick, by wearing the traditional color of green. The holiday originated in Ireland with a “feast day” commemorating the anniversary of Saint Patrick. Saint Patrick was born somewhere along the west coast of Britain in 385 AD. […]
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Snooki’s Book Isn’t Even a Beach Read
March 15, 2011
by thetigertimes
Only one word can describe A Shore Thing by Snooki—Grenade! As in, a bomb. It is all about the ups and downs of the Jersey Shore, and everything about it is predictable. Everyone has heard this typical “fall in love at the shore” story before Snooki had the urge to turn novelist. Giovanna “Gia” Spumanti […]
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Fleetwood Represented at Regional Band
March 15, 2011
by thetigertimes
As the season for music festivals continues, Region V Band is next in the lineup. Students are selected to Regional band based on an audition at their respective district festival. Fleetwood is proud to announce that four band members have moved on to participate in the Regional festival after ranking high enough at the District […]
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Toyota Recalls Continue
March 14, 2011
by thetigertimes
Toyota, the most popular brand of Japanese car, recently recalled many of their vehicles. It is estimated that Toyota will be recalling 1.7 million vehicles with many more expected in the near future. Fans of the automobile manufacturer express their love for Toyota by bragging about the reliability and reputation this brand has acquired. Between […]
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Ides of March Not Always Caesarian
March 14, 2011
by thetigertimes
“I really don’t know anything about The Ides of March,” said Dan Hawkins. This was a common response from Fleetwood Area High School Students. But here’s the lowdown: The Ides of March is the Roman New year and also the day on which Julius Caesar died. The term “Ides” signifies the end of the Roman […]
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Increased Brain Activity Linked to Cell Phones
March 11, 2011
by thetigertimes
One of the most useful and important devices in the lives of American teens has been revealed to have a significant effect on one’s overall health. Recent studies on the effects of cell phones have provided some interesting results. The electromagnetic field emitted by cell phones causes a notable increase in brain activity. Dr. Nora […]
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FAHS Holocaust Trip Scheduled for April
March 11, 2011
by thetigertimes
Each year, the social studies department at Fleetwood Area High School takes the junior class and select sophomores to Washington D.C. This year, the field trip will be taking place on April 20th. This trip is very educational because the students go to the Holocaust Museum, which has many informational exhibits and gives a good […]
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Girls’ Softball Serves Pancakes at Applebee’s
March 10, 2011
by thetigertimes
Do you have anything to do on March 13th? Do you want to help Fleetwood’s girls softball team? Have you ever dreamed of having breakfast at Applebee’s? Fleetwood’s very own girls softball team is sponsoring a pancake breakfast on Sunday, March 13th, at Applebee‘s on the 5th Street Highway. The time of this event is […]
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MRIs Are Noisy and (Usually) Painless
March 10, 2011
by thetigertimes
MRIs can seem like the most annoying procedures in the world. They are loud and obnoxious. Many people compare them to an x-ray or a cat-scan, but this machine is much more efficient, and, according to doctors, it takes better pictures of your insides. MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and, no matter how scary […]
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Random Cheese Goes Cheesy
March 9, 2011
by thetigertimes
During my tenure at The Tiger Times newspaper, I have always found the random cheese section of the paper to be interesting to say the least. When I was given the opportunity to manage the random cheese section, I decided I would follow a different path than my predecessors had. My question for the masses […]
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FAHS Weight Room Improvements Pending
March 9, 2011
by thetigertimes
Many long-awaited updates will be coming to the Fleetwood Area High School weight room. As many know, the weight room is not currently classified as “modern.” However, due to the hard work of the school’s Olympian Club, there will soon be new additions and revisions to the available equipment. “Because of our Olympian tournaments, we […]
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Ides of March Dance Promises to Knock ’em Dead
March 8, 2011
by thetigertimes
The Latin Club consists of students in FAHS Latin classes. Madeline Pearson, the Latin teacher here at Fleetwood, is the advisor for the club. There are approximately 20 members in the club at present. Due to the district’s diminishing budget, the club must fundraise for an event called “Convention.” “Convention” is held annually at Penn […]
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FAHS Health Fair Targets Driving, Relationships
March 8, 2011
by thetigertimes
On March 18th, Fleetwood Area High School will be hosting its quadrennial Health Fair. Students and staffs will have an early dismissal that day, before which they will not attend regular classes. High School Nurse and Fair Organizer Bonnie Fansler said, “It is important for each student to experience the health fair once while attending […]
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Mr. John Heck: Whistler Extraordinaire
March 7, 2011
by thetigertimes
“I have been a whistler ever since I was able to!” says Fleetwood Area High School Technology Education teacher John Heck. But he does not realize when he starts or stops—he simply whistles unconsciously. Heck is unable to pick a favorite song. Everyone has heard Heck whistle, but what does the school think about his serenading? […]
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March 28, 2011
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