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The Fluco Beat

  • February 18Fluco Speech placed 2nd overall at the 2/15 Regionals tournament.
  • February 18Ryan Perez and Kevin Sloane qualified for the State wrestling championship set for Feb. 20-21 in Salem, VA.
  • February 16Pre-order your 2025 yearbook at jostensyearbooks.com. The earlier you buy, the lower the price.
  • February 16There are still a few senior recognition ad spaces available in the 2025 Yearbook. Contact [email protected] for information.
The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol signs the Pentagon guest book prior to a meeting hosted by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at the Pentagon on Apr 27, 2023. Photo courtesy of U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Alexander Kubitza.

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South Korea’s Political Crisis Bears Watching

Anderson Miller, Journalist February 13, 2025

In recent times the country of South Korea has had a lot of eyes on it, whether from the popularity of Korean entertainment, or news of their president ordering martial law. The South Korean government...

Artwork created by Sophie Pace using Canva.

2025 Puppy Bowl to Feature Local Pups

Sophia Pace, Journalist February 6, 2025

Even if you don’t love football, there’s one ball game which even sports-haters may be unable to look away from. The Puppy Bowl has been held yearly over the past two decades, typically on the morning...

African American Heritage and Culture club members pose next to their culture fair poster.

African American Heritage and Culture Club Strives to Make a Difference

Mallory Jones, Journalist February 4, 2025

Joining clubs to learn what you often can't in basic classes is a privilege. One relatively new club at FCHS is the African American Heritage and Culture (AAHC) Club which studies African American history...

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Who Will Win the Super Bowl? Flucos Sound Off

Ja'Kiyah Johnson, Journalist February 4, 2025

Each year, thousands of Americans look forward to the National Football League’s (NFL) championship, also known as the Super Bowl. Fourteen teams make it to the playoffs each season, but only two of...

Choir teacher Sarah Harkrader goes over warm ups with her students.

Choir In The Classroom With Harkrader

Jennifer Wyant, Journalist January 29, 2025

If you feel like Choir means just standing up and singing all block, you’d be wrong. FCHS Choir teacher Sara Harkrader says it is much more involved and interactive than students might expect. “[Choir]...

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Should Puerto Rico be Worried?

Tomas Cruz Vega, Assistant Editor January 29, 2025

In response to President Donald Trump’s second term, the United States’ relationships with neighboring countries have begun to shift dramatically. The repercussions could hit closer to home than expected,...

FCHS Special Needs Lead Teacher, Carol Rich

Carol Rich Named Division Teacher of the Year

Rebecca Martin, Senior Editor January 27, 2025

Carol Rich was named the 2025 Division Teacher of the Year at the Fluvanna County Public Schools (FCPS) school board meeting on Dec. 11. Rich was chosen for the honor by a committee of administrators and...

FCHS Reacts to Virginia’s New Cell Phone Restrictions

Grace Harris, Journalist January 27, 2025

As students across Virginia returned to school from winter break, Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33 took effect across the Commonwealth. The mandate aims to provide “Cell Phone Free Education”...

Junior Kaiya Wrigley signs in at the Attendance window.

What You Need to Know About FCHS Exam Exemptions

Allison Rhoades, Website Editor December 9, 2024

Fluvanna County High School has set guidelines for students who may be eligible to be exempt from final exams. To qualify, students in grades 9-12, as well as 8th graders enrolled in high school credit...

Senior Hailey English checks social media during a break in class.

Should Schools Crack Down on Phones?

Jayne Thomas, Journalist December 9, 2024

On July 9, 2024, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33, which directed the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) to create guidelines for public school to adopt policies and procedures...

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