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An empty hallway, minutes after students are released from their too long school day.

School Days Should Be Shorter

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Starting Quarterback, Amari Martin, throwing the ball during the historic 2024 Bird Bowl

Fauquier Football Makes History With Their First Bird Bowl Win in 21 Years

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Students and faculty remain divided over student use of AirPods.

Do AirPods Help Kids Study? It Depends, Teacher Says

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From left to right, seniors Brooke Armistead, Madelynne Martin, Kenza Chienku pose for a photo as senior citizens on Generations Day.

Homecoming Spirit Week

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Junior Annie Gentry (left) and Senior Kambri Durand (right) practice in the auditorium for their upcoming roles in "Once Upon a Crime: The Trial of Goldilocks."

Theater Auditions Push Students to Their Full Potential

Dr. David Ferguson wears his new falcon gear in the FHS lobby.
New Principal Ferguson is Excited About Fauquier
Clara Compton, Managing Editor

On Monday, April 8, FCPS welcomed a new friendly face to lead its oldest and most prominent high school. Dr. David Ferguson is officially the...

News
Sophomore Joel Williams portrays the Reaper while senior Wyatt Shaw portrays a ghost to raise awareness of drunk driving.
FHS Warns Students of Drunk Driving
Ava Hart, Staff
The original FAFSA form was a staple of anxiety for many high school seniors, though its digital replacement has caused problems of its own.
FAFSA Delays Create Mass Chaos in College Admissions
David Achter, Editor-in-Chief
Nobblitt shows off his teacher of the year award.
Phillip Nobblitt Awarded Teacher of the Year
Tatum Walker, Staff
Features
From left to right, seniors Brooke Armistead, Madelynne Martin, Kenza Chienku pose for a photo as senior citizens on Generations Day.
Homecoming Spirit Week
Katie Buzzi, Staff

One of the best ways to stay involved with the school is Spirit Week. Spirit...

Junior Annie Gentry (left) and Senior Kambri Durand (right) practice in the auditorium for their upcoming roles in "Once Upon a Crime: The Trial of Goldilocks."
Theater Auditions Push Students to Their Full Potential
Maddie Shreve, Staff
FHS's Librarians, Katelyn Verril and Kathy Davis, in their favorite place surrounded by books.
Falcon Fresh Faces: Kathy Davis and Katelyn Verrill
Viorica Dudash, Staff
Senior, Zoe Corboy, representing her district at Goosejam event, in Richmond, Va.
Student Spotlight: Zoe Corboy
Gavin Fried, Staff
Lifestyles
Fashion Spotlight: David Achter
Charles Hargrove, Viewpoints Editor
NHS Members Complain of Service Hour Shortage
Charles Hargrove, Viewpoints Editor
Senior Grace Jones showing off her fun, summery outfit backdropped by a beautiful sunset.
Upcoming Summer Fashion Trends for 2024
Clara Compton, Editor-in-Chief
Entertainment
PinkPantheress' "Heaven knows" is a sad glimpse into the singer's love-life and her struggles revolving around it.
PinkPantheress's "Heaven knows" is a Bittersweet Take on Love
Maddie Shreve, Staff
Fuerza Regida's album initially accumulated a lot of hate, but as the band continued on their tour, it quickly grew among fans.
Fuerza Regida's New Album Brings Mixed Reactions by Fans
Alex Garcia, Staff
"The Idea of You" is the perfect mix of romance and comedy, and highlights real world issues.
Love Challenges Socials Norms in "The Idea of You"
Katie Buzzi, Staff
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Viewpoints
A typical school lunch at FHS that students enjoy.
School Lunches Should Be Healthier
Audrey Gwennap, Staff

The health of school lunches has been severely declining in the last forty years. In 1980 federal budget cuts reduced the school lunch budget...

TikTok's extensive ties to China are merely the tip of the iceberg of issues it creates for America.
TikTok Threatens America's Identity and Security. Ban it.
David Achter, Editor-in-Chief

The first time I ever heard of TikTok, it was on a news report about its rising popularity nationwide. In today’s world of interconnectivity...

Sports
Starting Quarterback, Amari Martin, throwing the ball during the historic 2024 Bird Bowl
Fauquier Football Makes History With Their First Bird Bowl Win in 21 Years
Alex Garcia, Staff
Keyser at the mound ready to strike them out.
Athlete Spotlight: Claire Keyser
Jane Khyzhniak, Entertainment Editor
Baseball Opens the Season on Fire
Reese Brown, Sports Editor
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Farmerie in action helping a student on the side line.
Falcon Fresh Faces: Garret Farmerie
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The Zoo celebrating at the 2024 Bird Bowl
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Falcon Fresh Faces: Cornell Williams
Alex Garcia, Staff
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