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FHS teachers (from left to right), Shauna Shiff, Polyn Ean, Austin Siebel and Stephen Wright bringing smiles and positive energy into every day.

Teacher Salaries: Fauquier County Teachers Underpaid and Overlooked

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Assistant Princial Brousse settles into his new role at his desk, ready to lead with purpose.

Falcon Fresh Faces: Meet FHS New Assistant Principal, Mr. Brousse

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Dianna Story is ready to win while coaching volleyball.

Coach Spotlight: Diana Story

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"Weapons" is an unsettling film that defies the norm.

Unraveling "Weapons:" A Genre-Bending Thriller That Keeps You Guessing

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The site students see when trying to access a blocked website.

There's No Point in Classwize OR Linewize

FHS teachers (from left to right), Shauna Shiff, Polyn Ean, Austin Siebel and Stephen Wright bringing smiles and positive energy into every day.
Teacher Salaries: Fauquier County Teachers Underpaid and Overlooked
Audrey Gwennap, Features Editor

Fauquier County is well known for their admirable and hardworking staff within its school system. The teachers, in particular, stand out as county...

News
James Madison's Wilson Hall standing proud at dusk.
College Representatives Pour Into FHS as Upperclassmen Consider Further Education
Leo Clark, Staff
The SCA Student Council has many goals this school year.
Inside The SCA: What Are Their Goals This School Year?
Jesse Hall, Staff
FHS Welcomes New Assistant Principal, Nick Brousse
Gavin Fried, News Editor
Features
Morgan's Message advocates for athletes' mental health.
Morgan’s Message: A Haven for Student-Athletes
Owen Strickland, Staff

Morgan's Message is one of the various unique clubs in Fauquier High School...

Models at the Fashion Show, organized by the Fashion Marketing class, stand on stage.
Fashion Marketing is a Creative and Hands-On Elective
Kaitlynn Gray, Staff
Founders of the Sports Analytics Club, juniors Said (Left) Lamas and Jonah Mossman (Right) pose up against the wall.
The Rise of Sports Analytics Club
Leo Clark, Staff
Cynthia shows off her trendy white headband and plaid shorts combo at the Class of 2026's Senior Picnic.
Fashion Spotlight: Cynthia Salazar
Elizabeth Berman, Staff
Lifestyles
These easy-to-bake muffins are the perfect fall treat.
Fall Pumpkin Muffins Recipe
Elizabeth Sirene, Lifestyles Editor
Haunted Hollow spooks visitors with their Halloween attractions.
Fauquier Prepares For The Halloween Season
Jesse Hall, Staff
Seasonal favorites are vanishing, recipes are changing, and prices are climbing. Starbucks' new menu direction has customers voicing concerns.
Starbucks Faces Criticism Over Recent Drink Menu Changes
Hannah Raad, Editor-in-Chief
Entertainment
"Weapons" is an unsettling film that defies the norm.
Unraveling “Weapons:” A Genre-Bending Thriller That Keeps You Guessing
Leo Clark, Staff
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," dazzles fans with joy, sass and a whole lot of glitter.
Taylor Swift Steps into the Spotlight Yet Again with New Album: “The Life of a Showgirl”
Zuzu Lang, Entertainment Editor
"The Long Walk" is an expertly crafted adaptation of the beloved book.
“The Long Walk” Is One of King’s Best Adaptations to Date
Gavin Fried, Managing Editor
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Catching rays and chasing victories, Kelican Field basking in the Fauqiuer sun.
School Sports Or Recreational Sports?
Jesse Hall, Staff

Many students participate in sports during the school year, either joining a school sport or a recreational sport. This division of sport might...

The ACT's recent changes are anticipated to reduce stress for many high school test-takers.
College Admissions Shakeup: How the New ACT Format Helps Students
Elizabeth Berman, Staff

College admissions received another shakeup due to recent changes to one of the leading standardized tests used for college admissions, the American...

Sports
Sophomore Aneliese Wilson is determined to win the game.
Athlete Spotlight: Analiese Wilson
Owen Strickland, Staff
Dianna Story is ready to win while coaching volleyball.
Coach Spotlight: Diana Story
Lela Hutt, Staff
Triumphantly, Bailey Payton (number 1) hits the winning ball over the net.
Athlete Spotlight: Bailey Payton
Charlotte Martin, Staff
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Falcon Fresh Faces: Megan Kleinhans
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Anime club offers a place for students to connect
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Cathleen Beachboard: Never a Dull Moment
Kaitlynn Gray, Staff
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Student Spotlight: Samuel Cooper
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