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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

School’s out for the… Never

Bryson Deal, Sports Editor May 31, 2025

The idea of school becoming year-round has become more and more popular in recent years. Despite its recent surge in popularity, the idea of a year-long school schedule is not a new one. The first documented...

Friendly faces: Spending her break working at the Skybacher “More Than Sports” camps, Farisa Roberts (11) talks to one of the children in her group. Many students enjoy volunteering at these camps as a way to stay productive during the summer.

More than a summmer break

Hannah Shaffer, Digital Content Director May 30, 2025

As students prepare to close their Chromebooks after enduring the long months of the school year, many excitedly look at what their summers will look like. Underclassmen are able to use the three months...

Final farewell: Mr. Bennett helped hundreds of students with their college decisions. The college flags rest along the walls of his room.

Guidance Counselor nears retirement

Brodie Falk, Business Manager May 30, 2025

At the end of the 2024-2025 school year, long time Guidance Counselor Mr. Christopher Bennett plans to retire from his position. Bennett had been at the school since 2001, where his impact on students...

Springtime sadness:  As the end of the fourth quarter approaches, students may begin to experience different attitudes towards the completion of homework assignments. This may be due to a variety of different reasons, but staying positive is an important part of getting in the correct mindset.

End of school year blues affects students

Caden Beringer, Copy Editor May 30, 2025

At the end of each and every school year, students may begin to feel sadness, anxiety or even emotional exhaustion. This could be due to the end of the year blues. This occurs at the end of the fourth...

Mental health matters: As mental health affects students all over the district, it is important to recognize and treat it. Mental health can take a big toll on one's overall well being.

Mental health affects students district wide

Caden Beringer, Copy Editor April 30, 2025

Mental health is one's psychological, emotional and social well being. While some may define mental health as a small category, in reality there are many different aspects to it. Each and every one of...

Understanding autism: Those with autism can feel left out, alone or isolated due to misconceptions and stigma around it. By being accepting of those with autism, we can help promote inclusion and make sure nobody feels felt out.

Stigma around autism affects many

Mia Roncevich, Asst. Opinion Editor April 30, 2025

According to The World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 75 million people worldwide have autism, which means about 1 in 100 children are diagnosed. This makes it a common neurological disorder...

Admiring the view: Seniors arrived at school early on their first day to watch the sunrise as a way to kick off the school year. On May 2, senior students have the opportunity to watch the sunset as a remembrance of their high school careers.

Goodbye class of 2025

Brooke Stragand, Social Media Director April 30, 2025

The bittersweet feeling many seniors experience through their last months of high school is everlasting. The time to say goodbye to childhood friends and inspiring teachers is finally here. Although these...

One last time: Mr. Christopher Coennen talks with students on Feb. 28, his last day in the district. Throughout the year, Coennen was able to make meaningful connections talking with students and learning more about them.

Coennen leaves lasting impact on district

Anna Majors, Asst. Features Editor March 28, 2025

After many classes and hundreds of hours at the high school, Mr. Christopher Coennen closes this chapter of his career. Feb. 28 was his last day working in the teaching field. He announced his resignation...

Tasteful traditions: When celebrating Mardi Gras, many delve into customary delicacies such as the classic Paczki doughnut dessert. During other festivities, such as Lent, people enjoy other traditions such as fried fish.

Community honors Mardi Gras

Addison Freeman, Copy Editor February 28, 2025

The month of February marks the beginning of many annual celebrations and jubilations, many of them leading into the following months. These unique traditions have varied backgrounds, several stemming...

Getting experience: Holding the leash, Emma Ward (11) attempts to manage the dog with her classmates. The Beaver County Career & Technology Center provided both in-class educational experiences and hands-on experiences for students to gain the most out of their education.

Outside programs provide career education

Lainey Tuszynski, Asst. News Editor February 28, 2025

Working towards a future career or aspiration does not need to begin post-graduation. Students can utilize the various academies and courses provided by the Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) and...

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