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Spring Student Teachers Arrive at FAHS
Fleetwood Area School District is hosting several Kutztown University student teachers, and starting this academic year, the student teaching program started running for a full college semester. “Yes, I do enjoy coming to teach at Fleetwood because it has a very inviting environment,” Mrs. Sarah Wilkinson’s student teacher Miss Milione said. “The students and staff […]
Fleetwood Hosts First Overnight Mini-THON
February 22, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 10 February, Student council hosted its first overnight miniTHON. This comes after nearly eight months of the /planning the event. Senior Emma Davies coordinated meetings once a week from the beginning of the school year in order to plan a successful fundraiser. “Everyone worked very hard to make sure we could reach our goal […]
Alicea and Rentschler Named January Students of the Month
January 31, 2017 by thetigertimes7
For the month of December, two young individuals were honored as Students of the Month. Adrian Alicea and Kortney Rentschler are both recognized as outstanding students and members of the community. Alicea is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Luis Alicea of Fleetwood, Pennsylvania. Throughout his time at Fleetwood, Alicea has dedicated time to multiple […]
Are National Standardized Tests Better Than Local-Controlled Education?
January 27, 2017 by thetigertimes7
There will always be a debate about whether national standardized tests help more for education than local control of Education, or vise versa. Both of these teaching methods work, but they can work in different ways. National standardized tests are done by all the schools in the U.S. and local control of Education is done […]
Fleetwood Science Olympiad Winning Streak Hits 10 Years in County Competition
January 20, 2017 by thetigertimes7
The 2016 Berks County Science Olympiad competition, held 5 January at Kutztown University, pitted teams from across the county in a variety of events. Tests based on astronomy, ecology, geology, etc., and project events that test student’s building skills took place throughout the day. Science Olympiad is a popular competition; according to the Science Olympiad […]
Fleetwood Craft Show a Success
January 13, 2017 by thetigertimes7
As many people struggled to find a parking spot early at 10:00 a.m., this year’s craft show looked like a major success. Parking was extended over to the middle school parking lot, and it was only the beginning of the long day the volunteers had ahead. There were over 150 vendors this year, about 30 […]
Should Tests Remain the Primary Method of School Assessment?
January 11, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Exams have always been a big part of most schools worldwide. Though a change is wanted by many, it seems unlikely to some that a big enough stink could be made to drag attention to this rising issue. “I would definitely want less exams. Tests are worth a lot of points, and if you fail […]
Standardized Tests Play Major Role in Education
January 9, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Standardized tests play a major role in today’s American education. The goal of these tests is to prove the child’s general knowledge of state required information and skills. However, there have been multiple debates discussing whether standardized tests even prove achievement or readiness to move up to a higher level of education. If the student […]
FASD Website Gets a Facelift
December 15, 2016 by thetigertimes7
The Fleetwood Area School District has experienced changes in its website during the past couple of weeks. “Just like anything that changes, it takes an adjustment. I am used to the old one, so as of now, I am not a fan. I like the way it looks though,” Technology Education teacher Sara Sanocki said. […]
Fleetwood StuCo Attends 80th PASC
December 5, 2016 by thetigertimes
Every year, a Pennsylvania high school hosts the State Conference for Student Councils across the state. For the past several years, Fleetwood’s Council has been fortunate enough to attend. This year’s state conference was hosted by Deer Lakes High School. Deer Lakes’ students spent nearly two years working in preparation to host over 1,000 students. […]
Farnes Feasts on American Clubs
December 2, 2016 by thetigertimes
Farnes Silveria Rodriguez is a sixteen-year-old foreign exchange student attending Fleetwood Area High School for the 2016-17 school year. Farnes will be joining the Fleetwood class of 2018 for her eleventh grade year through Rotary Exchange. Farnes was born in Boston, Massachusetts, though she has lived in Barcelona, Spain, for the past fourteen years of […]
September Students of the Month Reviewed
December 1, 2016 by thetigertimes
The position of student of the month is something many upperclassmen seek during their high school careers. Not only do these students have their photos posted in the front of the building, but these students also receive a parking spot in the front of the lot for the month. Samantha Evans is a senior at […]
Girls’ Soccer Plays Historic Season
November 29, 2016 by thetigertimes7
The girls soccer season came to an end on 15 November. It was an unforgettable and historic season to say the least. The girls played their hearts out and gave the whole Fleetwood Area School District something to be proud of. The team made it all the way into state semi-finals but had a very […]
German Club Hosts a Range of Traditional Festivities
November 21, 2016 by thetigertimes
The German Club at Fleetwood focuses primarily on the culture of German-speaking countries and has a wide variety of activities planned for the 2016-2017 school year. Many of the students involved are high school students, but German teacher Mrs. Christine Moll was generous enough to expand this opportunity to her middle school students. There are […]
FAHS Hosts Safe Trick-or-Treat Again
November 18, 2016 by thetigertimes
The Safe Trick-or-Treat was held on 26 October from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the High School. Parents could bring their children for $5.00 per trick-or-treater; the money was donated to The American Cancer Society. “We’re absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to host the Safe Trick or Treat this year for The American Cancer Society,” Jonathan […]
Gun Control Controversy Increases Sales
November 17, 2016 by thetigertimes
One of the primary issues facing presidential candidates today is their stance on the Second Amendment in relation to the rising threat of gun violence in the United States. The Second Amendment states, “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear […]
FBLA Still Recruiting New Members
November 16, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are still looking for new members! In this club, students and teachers work together to further their knowledge on business leadership. In this club students can participate in numerous activities. Activities include meeting business leaders, viewing and completing presentations, undertaking field trips, participating in traveling, and earning recognition for […]
Fleetwood Girls’ Soccer Makes County Finals
November 15, 2016 by thetigertimes7
The Fleetwood girls soccer team made it to the county finals after defeating Wilson 5-4 in Penalty Kicks. Riley Scepansky was dubbed a “Brick Wall” by the Fleetwood Superfans. The student fan section broke out in “We have Riley!” chants several times during the game. Scepansky had more than a few saves during regulation and […]
Rudderow, Keirstead Named Students-of-the-Month
November 14, 2016 by thetigertimes
The Students-of-the-Month for October are Christina Rudderow and Kyle Keirstead. Christina Rudderow has five siblings and is the daughter of Claudia and Joe Rudderow. Rudderow’s future plans include going to hygiene school and then to dental school. She is involved in Relay for Life, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, and Health Occupations Students […]
Superfans Show Support at FAHS Games
November 11, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Go to any Fleetwood Area High School sporting event, and you will find Fleetwood’s student section cheering on their classmates. The Superfans, as they are known, are a fixture at Fleetwood games and have gained a fairly large following among students at soccer, football, field hockey, and volleyball events. The Superfans bring energy to games […]
Fleetwood Students Attend “Fiddler On The Roof” in NYC
November 8, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Each year, the Fleetwood choral and theater program offers a trip to New York City to see a show on Broadway. This year’s performance was Fiddler on the Roof. This spectacular show was a great opportunity to show the theater students a professional musical before they perform their own for the school. Students attended a […]
Freshmen Take Historical Journey Gettysburg
November 2, 2016 by thetigertimes7
The annual ninth grade field trip to Gettysburg for 2016 took place on 14 October. It’s roughly the fifth year they have been going on the trip. This year, approximately 200 students traveled about two hours to their first stop, where they would tour the battlefields. On a two-hour guided tour, students were able to […]
Fleetwood Holds Blood Drive Honoring Steward
October 31, 2016 by thetigertimes7
It only takes a pint of blood to save lives. This year, the school blood drive was on 18 October. It was held in honor of Kiley Steward, a junior who tragically passed away right before the start of the school year. Her class continues to remember her. Miller Keystone, the local blood center, worked […]
Beloved Teacher, Ann Henderson, Retires
October 27, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Over Ms. Henderson’s many years teaching at Fleetwood, she developed a strong bond with her students and fellow staff members, becoming one of the most respected teachers in the school. Henderson graduated from Exeter Township Senior High School in 1972 and obtained degrees from a variety of institutions, including her principal’s certification from Temple University. […]
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February 24, 2017 by thetigertimes7
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