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  • March 14The FCHS Speech team won the State Championship on March 23 at Dominion High School. Five students placed first, two placed second, and one placed third.
  • March 8Students interested in being in the Fall One Act or Acting Class should see Mr. Edgerton in room 1518.
  • February 28The FCHS Cheerleading team is holding an interest meeting during WIN on April 10.
  • February 28Culinary will be selling donuts, sweet tea, and lemonade during March. Donuts are $2 while sweet tea and lemonade are $1 each.
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Explore the Environment with FCHS Envirothon

Samantha Schultz, Mass Media Student November 8, 2018

Envirothon is an annual, environmentally- themed academic competition that allows high school students to be in competitions sponsored by the NCF (National Conservation Foundation.)  In 1979, the Pennsylvania...

Librarian Shannon Taylor checking out a book for senior Christina Walker. Photo courtesy of FCHS Journalism.

Don’t Let a Library Book Keep You From Graduating

Madison Fain, FCHS Journalist November 5, 2018

Even in the digital age, a library is only as good as the books it contains. So what if the books are never returned? Late books can frustrate the best and worst of people. FCHS librarian Lisa Lucas,...

A refreshment table at the Breast Cancer Walk. Photo courtesy of Fluco Journalism.

Flucos Celebrate 9 Years of Breast Cancer Awareness

Blake Berry, Fluco Beat Editor November 1, 2018

The annual Breast Cancer Walk returned to FCHS for its 9th year on Oct. 25, introducing new additions to bring life to the event. Organized by the FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) club under the...

A FCHS student puts their head down in the computer lab. Photo courtesy of FCHS Journalism.

Students’ Say on Sleep

Jenai McKee, FCHS Mass Media Student October 30, 2018

Teens need eight to ten hours of sleep every night, according to the National Sleep Foundation.  However, most of them do not get that amount. The study concludes that only 15% of respondents get eight...

The Lake Monticello rescue squad came to visit the EMT students on Oct. 29. Photo courtesy of Stephanie Corbin.

EMT Career Pathway Added at FCHS

Caitlyn Broderick and Syerra Milliman October 22, 2018

Students looking for classes that can directly put them on the pathway to a paid career have a new option this year at FCHS. The EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) class is being taught by Stephanie Corbin,...

Homecoming King and Queen Taileek Ashton and Kyra Shelley at the Homecoming game on Oct. 13. Photo courtesy of Fluvanna Sports Photgraphy.

Homecoming Festivities Fall Into Place

Blake Berry, Fluco Beat Editor October 16, 2018

Homecoming week is always an eventful experience for students and staff at FCHS. Spirit Week, the Pep Rally, and the Homecoming game and dance are some of the most anticipated festivities of the fall season. However,...

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Farm to School Week Sprouts in FCPS

Blake Berry, Fluco Beat Editor October 1, 2018

In honor of Farm to School Month, Fluvanna County Public Schools (FCPS) is celebrating Farm to School Week Oct. 1-5. The events and activities are designed to give students an appreciation for local produce...

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An Invitational To Remember

Blake Berry, Fluco Beat Editor September 20, 2018

The Fluvanna volleyball teams suffered a major loss when Tom Farruggio tragically passed away. “He was the JV head coach and varsity assistant coach for four years. He had a calming force on the staff,...

A table at the FBLA sponsored Breast Cancer Walk last spring. Photo courtesy of FCHS Journalism.

A Quick Guide to FCHS Clubs

Syerra Milliman, Fluco Beat Editor September 14, 2018

Clubs can be a great way to connect with others who share your similar interests, as well as introduce you to new topics or interests that you may never have considered before. Fluvanna County High School...

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It’s So Hard to Say “Goodbye”

Stacey Hammond and Ellie Miles August 31, 2018

When most Fluvanna students started the new school year, they probably thought the hardest part of school would be waking up on time. They had no idea it might actually be leaving early. The new...

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