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Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Sophomore Julia (left) and junior Renae Mohrbacher (right) enjoy a sunset on Lake
Erie with their mother, Kristie (center), in August of 2019.

Summer is in the air

Paige Young, Asst. News Editor May 25, 2021

As one of the most unforgettable school years begins to wrap up, students are excited and looking forward to the upcoming summer. Last year was a summer not many people expected to have. Due to COVID-19,...

First overall pick Trevor Lawrence looks down the field getting ready to launch the ball to his receiver against Pitt on December 1, 2018, in the ACC Championship.

Clemson superstar Trevor Lawerence takes first overall in 2021 NFL Draft

Dylan Scheel, Business Manager May 25, 2021

On Thursday, April 29, the 2021 NFL Draft took place in Cleveland, Ohio. The first round began with the Jacksonville Jaguars choosing Clemson star quarterback, Trevor Lawrence. At Clemson, Lawrence led...

Thousands gather outside of Annapolis, Maryland to show their support for new gun
control laws.

Guns down

Ashley Imhoff, Features Editor May 25, 2021

If America could be described as one song right now, it would be Pumped Up Kicks by Foster the People. This catchy pop tune's lively portrayal analyzes the behavior of Robert, a boy on his way to high...

President Joe Biden addresses a joint session of Congress on Wednesday, April 28, at the House Chamber in the U.S. Capitol.

President Biden delivers speech to Congress

Chloe Wolf, Asst. Editorial Editor May 25, 2021

At 9 p.m. on April 28, President Joe Biden delivered a speech to Congress from the House Chamber in the U.S. Capitol. Biden talked about both the current state of the nation and his future agenda. He explained...

The 2020-2021 school year was defined by several modes of instruction, mask mandates and social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Students reflect on past year

Kaylee Ostrowski, Staff Writer May 25, 2021

With the end of the school year quickly approaching, students are eager for summer to finally arrive. While impatiently awaiting for that final bell to ring, students should also take time to reflect on...

Freshman Steffan Paganie takes an order from senior Brandon Pratte while Ms. April
English observes on May 6.

Cafe 116 celebrates grand opening, begins selling to students

Jessica Majors, Photo Editor May 25, 2021

Starting on May 10, Cafe 116 plans to open up to every student and every teacher in the high school to allow them to purchase drinks and snacks during the school day. This allows for the student body to...

Senior Erica Gazdik poses while completing service hours for her youth group.

Seniors’ final days filled with several milestones

Madison Sanders, Contributing Writer May 25, 2021

This year has been anything but normal, especially for this year's seniors. But luckily we came back to school just in time for seniors to have those last few big days together. GRADUATION PROJECTS Graduation...

Let's talk about mental health

Let’s talk about mental health

Staff Editorial May 25, 2021

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which makes this month a great opportunity to focus on how mental health affects everyone, how people can appreciate the importance of mental health and take mental...

Rickard approved to replace James as high school band director

Rickard approved to replace James as high school band director

Mikalah Smith, Staff Writer May 25, 2021

In March, former band director Rob James retired. He started out as the middle school and high school band teacher. When Keith Kovalic retired from the position in June 2019, James took over his position...

The Fallen Officer Memorial outside the Courthouse stands tall with the names of every fallen officer in Beaver County.

In memoriam: Remembering our fallen officers

Gracie Shane, Staff Writer May 10, 2021

Every year, pro-police groups in Washington D.C hold a convention during National Police Week to honor the fallen officers of the past year. 58 years ago in 1962, President John F. Kennedy announced that...

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