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  • November 19FBLA is selling Refocus Bands. See Katie Bond or Mrs. Kreitzman in 4508 by Dec. 2 to place an order.
  • November 18FCHS Theatre placed 3rd for "Eurydice" on 11/19 at the VHSL 3C Regional Theatre Festival
  • November 13Senior Alex Fuller committed to Northeastern University and their swim team with a full-ride D1 scholarship
  • November 3Seniors who have not taken a Jostens photo or submitted a senior portrait as of Nov. 1 must email [email protected]
The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

Fluvanna class of '73 in the FCHS newspaper

Cheating at School Isn’t What it Used to Be

Vanessa Vandevander, Journalist November 15, 2024

Cheating in school may be as old as time, but it does appear to have changed over the years. Consider a letter to the editor in the “Fluco Hi Quill,” the 1970’s version of the Fluco Beat. Written...

A 1972 newspaper article details students' hopes and requests for the year.

Student Requests Stand the Test of Time

Maddy Hamel, FCHS Journalist November 6, 2024

Many people, students and scientists alike, may wish they could time travel. What they often fail to realize, however, is that the answer is right in front of them. Reading an old newspaper can transport...

Hailey English (third from left) with some friends at Homecoming on Oct. 19, 2024.

Hoco ‘25 Leaves Some Students Underwhelmed

Hailey English, Journalist October 28, 2024

While Homecoming is an eagerly-awaited tradition that stirs excitement and nostalgia among many, it generally yields strong opinions, including often negatives ones as students tend to have high but unmet...

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What the Presidential Debates Reveal About America

Jayne Thomas, Journalist October 16, 2024

Seen by approximately 47% of the 346 million Americans, the two 2024 presidential debates and the one vice presidential debate marked pivotal moments in the lead-up to the election, showcasing the candidates'...

An F1 Driver racing for Team Ferrari at the Singapore GP. Photo courtesy of Romain Pontida.

Is There a Place for Profanity in Sports?

Ethan Ritchey, Website Editor October 7, 2024

After Formula 1 (F1) wrapped up its Singapore Grand Prix (a type of high-competition race) on Sept. 22, the president of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), F1’s governing body issued...

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Assassination Attempts Show That Americans Need to Learn to Agree to Disagree

Gracie Bossieux, Journalist September 16, 2024

When former President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt on July 13 the attack on one of America's most high-profile figures sent shockwaves across the political landscape. The nearly...

Natalie Fanning '26 posing next to the forensics award case.

Why You Should Join Debate

Vanessa Vandevander, Journalist September 13, 2024

When most people think of debate, they imagine dull discussions about topics already debated ad nauseam. In reality, debate is often a deeply passionate and exciting experience with lots to offer outside...

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Can a Chatbot Help with Mental Health Issues?

Anderson Miller, Journalist May 14, 2024

It is estimated by the World Health Organization (WHO) that one out of four people globally will be impacted by mental illness in their lives. In addition, the WHO estimates that around 350 million people...

The author (far left) with a group of friends before Prom on April 26. Photo courtesy of Ellie Sam.

To Really Build Memories, Don’t Forget About “Before Prom”

Eleanor Sam, FCHS Journalist May 10, 2024

Prom is a big event for high school students across the nation. It's a night full of dancing and fun with friends or dates, but it can feel as if nobody talks about the “before” the dance. The “before...

Class of 2024 poster created by Mia Turley using Canva.

What’s After “Goodbye”?

Mia Turley, Journalist April 30, 2024

Soon, members of the class of 2024 may never walk the halls of Fluvanna County High School again. With our departure, FCHS will be changing a few things, specifically rules. I’m sure most seniors...

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