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The Fluco Beat

  • April 29Senior awards will take place on 5/7 from 6-8pm in the auditorium. Parents of all students receiving an award will be invited to the ceremony.
  • April 28The Spring 8th Grade Dance is 5/9. Buy your tickets at lunch for $10, tickets are on sale now
  • April 25Empowered Players is hosting a talent show 5/3 from 6:30pm-8pm at the Carysbrook Performing Arts Center. Sign up on the sheet outside room 4505
  • April 17Pre-order your 2025 yearbook at jostensyearbooks.com. The earlier you buy, the lower the price.
  • April 17Mrs. Blevins will give the Learner's Permit test on 5/2 and 6/17 at 8:40 a.m. Email or stop by room 3110 for the registration link and permission form.
The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

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