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Annual Blurb Workshop Held on 13 December 2018
“Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on,” country author Louis L’Amour said. Blurb is a writing workshop that promotes inspiration through themes and key words. This year, Blurb took place on 13 December. The theme surrounding Blurb was the journey one faces throughout life. These annual […]
Garth Brooks Performs Notre Dame Concert
January 16, 2019 by thetigertimes7
On 20 October 2018, Garth Brooks was the first singer to ever perform at the Notre Dame Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The concert aired on 3 December on CBS. Troyal Garth Brooks was born 7 February 1962, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. According to Biography.com, he started his career in singing by performing in bars and clubs […]
The Coffee or Tea Debate Continues
January 2, 2019 by thetigertimes7
Coffee or Tea? This question has been a longtime controversy as to which is more beneficial for one’s health. In fact, each drink has its own benefits, and it is important for people to understand that there is no right or wrong answer as to which one a person prefers. Recent scientific studies can explain […]
Eighteenth Edition of ARTifact Under Construction
December 4, 2018 by thetigertimes7
“Artifact is all about finding your own individuality. Whether it is through music, art, or writing, you have a voice. At Artifact, every voice of every kind is heard,” Senior Ally Savino said. Artifact is a composition of art, poetry, and music made by the FAHS students. As a literary art magazine, Artifact takes the […]
Junior Aliyah Levy Wins DeSales Scholarship
November 27, 2018 by thetigertimes7
Fleetwood junior Aliyah Levy has won first place in the DeSales Poetry contest with a prize of a free four-year tuition scholarship worth $120,000. Levy has always enjoyed writing, and she plans to major in Creative Writing at DeSales. “I have known that Aliyah was an amazing writer and especially an incredible poet since I […]
Ebersole Named Ringgold Band’s New Director
October 25, 2018 by thetigertimes7
Mr. Charles Ebersole, music teacher at Fleetwood Area High School and beloved band director, has recently been promoted within one of Berks County’s oldest and most well-respected bands. Beginning this year, Ebersole will be given the title of director of the Ringgold Band. The Ringgold Band was assembled in the year 1852 and immediately answered […]
FAHS Marching Band Celebrates P.T. Barnum
October 11, 2018 by thetigertimes7
P.T. Barnum, a classic American icon, founded the Barnum and Bailey Circus. Unfortunately, the circus closed its doors in 2017. A musical film entitled The Greatest Showman was created in honor of the legacy Barnum left behind. The FAHS band brings back New York City’s best circus through music directed by Mr. Charles Ebersole. He is […]
Obamas Sign Exclusive Deal with Netflix
June 7, 2018 by thetigertimes
Netflix has recently attempted to secure big names for exclusive deals with them. Earlier this year, they announced a deal with actor Seth Rogan and now have announced a production deal with the Obamas. The deal has the Obamas set to produce movies and TV for the streaming service, anything from scripted TVto a documentaries. […]
Fleetwood Music Department Takes Hoftsra
June 4, 2018 by thetigertimes7
This year’s music department trip was to New York and had students visit and work with directors at Hofstra University. This destination was decided because of a contact at Hofstra university; this gave students the ability to work with directors at the university and learn from these professionals while they were there. Students enjoyed the […]
Met Gala Faces Criticism over Religious Theme
May 30, 2018 by thetigertimes7
On 7 May 2018, the 70th annual Met Gala took place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The theme for the event was “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination.” The Catholic Church endorsed the event and loaned more than 40 pieces to the event. The event however was met with […]
Gaston’s Fugue Overtakes Bridgewater College
March 21, 2018 by thetigertimes7
On 27 January, high school teacher Mr. Sean Gaston spoke at Bridgewater College for a screening of his film Misa’s Fugue and gave a follow-up speaking presentation. Gaston has taught classes on the holocaust for eleven years now, and he is very passionate about the subject. “My passion and interest for Holocaust history comes from […]
Jenner Gives Birth To Baby Girl
March 5, 2018 by thetigertimes7
The youngest of the Kardashian/Jenner clan has been suspected of being pregnant since September 2017. She finally confirmed her pregnancy on 4 February 2018 on Twitter. Jenner announced she gave birth to a baby girl on 1 February 2018. With this announcement, she also released a beautiful and emotional 11-minute video on her YouTube channel […]
Elephants In Entertainment Industry Find Freedom
February 28, 2018 by thetigertimes7
Elephants in the entertainment industry have been steadily declining in popularity. Victories such as the rescuing of Nosey the elephant and the reuniting of three circus elephants (Mia, Sita, and Rhea) are paving the way for freeing many elephants that are being mistreated and harmed. Elephants that are still subjected to harsh forms of cruelty […]
Annual Shakespeare Trip Goes to Drexel
February 7, 2018 by thetigertimes7
This spring, English teacher Mr. Marc Walter and a group of Fleetwood Area High School students will be going on a field trip to Drexel University in Philadelphia to see a play of Shakespeare’s famous work “Romeo and Juliet.” “One cannot truly appreciate his plays until they experience them as they were intended–performed, not read. […]
Fleetwood Senior Qualifies for National Orchestra
December 1, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Fleetwood Area High School senior Marisalley George made National Orchestra. George was “honestly really surprised” when she found out that she qualified, given there were many other people who auditioned for the orchestra. She has been playing the viola since she was in fourth grade because the viola caught her attention the most when her […]
Spring Concert Earns High Praise
June 6, 2017 by thetigertimes
On Friday, 12 May, The Choral and Jazz spring concert took place, and students were very eager to share their experience. Nicole Powers had a lot to say about the weather that night. “It was awarm, but not so warm, only so warm as to almost wear a jacket but not quite cold enough to […]
Once upon a Mattress No Sleeper
May 16, 2017 by thetigertimes7
In March, months of rehearsal came to a close, and the drama club put on four performances of Once Upon a Mattress for the community. Students who took part in the show said that their efforts paid off and the show was a success. “I was very exhausted post-show week, but I know that the […]
Fleetwood Holds Annual Art Event
March 29, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 25 February, 2017, the Fleetwood Art Department hosted the annual Art Event. Students of all grades from a variety of art classes held their own creation stations for local children to come take part in fundraising for the department. “To prepare for the art event, we had to line up each station and collect […]
Fleetwood To Visit Pigeon Forge, TN
March 28, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On April 6-9, the Fleetwood Area High School music department will be departing for Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, for their annual department trip. Students all across the department have been fundraising for several months to help pay for their travel and lodging fees. “I’m not very good at fundraising, but I received a fair amount of […]
Pasta, Presto Served in Fleetwood
March 27, 2017 by thetigertimes
On March 4 2017, hundreds of students from grades 3-12 in the Fleetwood Area School District took part in the annual Fleetwood Amera Music Association Pasta and Presto Fundraiser. Families and community members were welcomed to the school to enjoy performances from ensembles all across the district and eat a pasta dinner to benefit FAMA. […]
Buddy Holly Lesson by Principal Herman
March 15, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 2 March, Principal Stephen Herman taught a lesson about musician Buddy Holly and his influence on music in the 1950’s. Buddy Holly was a rock and roll singer. He is known to many as the person who started rock and roll. He inspired so many, including The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Elton John, John Lennon, […]
How Do Movies Work?
January 30, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Movies. Pictures. Films. Cinemas. Motion Pictures. Movies date all the way back to the year 1878. Movies come in so many different genres. Comedy, thriller, horror, and drama are some of the most watched movie genres according to statista.com, with comedies coming in first place. The love for comedies comes from the viewer looking to […]
Random Cheese: What is Your Prediction For Best Picture?
January 26, 2017 by thetigertimes7
What is your prediction for Best Picture at the 89th Academy Awards? “La La Land,” senior Daffeny Wolf said. “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” senior Max Pavlick said. “La La Land,” junior Laura Kaskey said. “La La Land,” junior Audrey Agnew said. “Moana,” junior Maya Evans said.
The Bachelor Returns For Season 21
January 24, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Earlier this month, The Bachelor returned to ABC for its twenty-first season. This installment of the show follows the journey of Bachelor Nick Viall of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The season marks the fourth appearance of Nick in The Bachelor Franchise. He had previously been runner-up on both Andi Dorfman’s and Kaitlyn Bristowe’s seasons of The Bachelorette […]
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January 25, 2019 by thetigertimes7
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