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  • April 9Four members of the debate team qualified for States at their Super Regional tournament on April 6. States will occur April 26 and 27 at JMU.
  • April 9Prom guest forms are available in the front office. Guests who do not attend FCHS must be approved by Mrs. Bruce. Forms are due by April 19. Tickets are $20 and are on sale before school and during lunches.
  • April 8Culinary will be selling Cake in a Cup, sweet tea, and lemonade during April. Cakes are $3 while sweet tea and lemonade are $1 each.
  • April 8SOL retests will take place April 24 at 8:40 am in room 3110. Contact Ms. Blevins ([email protected]) to sign up.
  • March 26The 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.
The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

The Student News Site of Fluvanna County High School

The Fluco Beat

A moment from the Jan. 17 Medford League game at FCHS.

Medford League “Hooping” for a Strong Season

Gabi Etchison, Editor January 31, 2023

The FCHS Medford League began their winter season in January to the delight of Fluco fans who enjoy getting out to class to cheer on their team. The league consists of Special Education basketball teams,...

Students lining up for A lunch.

When it Comes to Lunch, Sometimes Less is More

Jamie Rodriguez, Journalist January 30, 2023

An average third period at FCHS starts with students piling into the Cafeteria at 12:03pm for “A lunch” and students flooding the hallways after “D lunch" at 2:01pm. But this wasn't always the case. For...

The FCHS Counseling Department is your one stop to see your counselor and get information about classes and PowerSchool.

Class Selection Begins Jan. 31

Isabella Higginbotham, Journalist January 30, 2023

For some students, picking classes for the upcoming year is an easy task of listening to your counselor's recommendations, picking an elective and moving on. For others, selecting classes that will define...

Former Teacher Cadet student Maritsa Nanduca.

Teacher Cadet Sets Students Up for Strong Futures

Gabi Etchison, Editor January 27, 2023

The new school year is coming like a freight train, so it’s time to think about what classes to take next year. If you're an upperclassman and have any interest in going into teaching, you may want to...

A student plays chess in the 4th floor Media Center.

Interactive Learning: Yes or No?

Katie Bond, Journalist January 27, 2023

While a push in education is to incorporate more interactive learning at school, is it a good idea for all classes? According to 51 students surveyed on the Fluco Journalism Instagram page, 25% believed...

The FCHS Speech and Debate team after the win at the Tournament of Champions on Jan. 21.

Speech and Debate win Tournament of Champions

Molly Pace, Senior Editor January 24, 2023

After competing against 19 schools Jan. 21 at James Madison University, FCHS’s Speech and Debate team won the overall competition. “Over 35 students competed in 15 events in both Speech and Debate....

Culinary Students, Caleb Walker and Christine Ireland, making Teriyaki Chicken Stir-fry

Fluco Cafe Kicks Off for Staff

Molly Pace, Senior Editor January 20, 2023

FCHS teachers and staff will soon have new monthly lunch options that will also support the Culinary Department. Starting Friday, Jan. 27 and continuing once each month through May, FCHS’s culinary students...

Dresses available at the Effort Churchs Glass Slipper Project.

Glass Slipper Project Makes Cinderella Dreams Come True

Molly Pace, Senior Editor January 18, 2023

Mention the word "Prom" to many Flucos and you might be surprised how many students have already picked out their outfit months in advance. However, not all students have the funds to drop $200 or more...

FCHS senior, Evelyn Demers, creates the Virginia 5 Cs Essential Skills logo, specifically for the Flucos. 

https://fluco.org/2022/09/30/meet-the-fluco-senior-behind-the-new-essential-skills-logo/

Creating future-ready graduates

Faith Shields, Journalist January 9, 2023

Fluvanna County High School (FCHS) has made club activities more of a focus for the 2022-2023 school year after having years in the past where clubs were not a priority. Clubs meet bi-weekly on Wednesdays...

Students who helped with the blood drive. Hailey Carter, Jay Lyons, Gracie Clifton, Sammie Ngov, Sharon Payne, and Makayla Gentry.

The Best Drive of All

Breelyn Boucher, Journalist November 29, 2022

How many people can say that they’ve actually saved a life? If you’re one of 36 Flucos who gave blood on Oct. 24, you can.  The first FCHS blood drive of the 2023 school year almost reached maximum...

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