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From buses to carpooling to walking, students travel in all kinds of weather.

The daily commute: How students get to school

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer March 25, 2025

 Depending on your grade, you might have a different method of getting to school than others. Some drive, some take the bus and others get dropped off by carpool.  “I’ve been driving to school...

Cooper Adams splashing his mark in 2022.

Water Wars tradition needs to continue

Salma Abdous, Opinions Editor March 24, 2025

As graduation gets closer every day, students at FVHS have been left with one question. When are Water Wars? This long-anticipated tradition has been a highlight for past graduating classes, yet this year,...

As more young YouTube stars expose what it’s really like being in the public eye, it’s time to reconsider allowing children to have an internet presence.

Kidfluencing steals childhoods

Brianna Negron, Opinions Writer March 24, 2025

More and more YouTube stars have been coming out with stories of their disturbing reality as of recently. YouTube is generally a new concept, having only been around since 2005. Therefore, the effects...

The Disney Channel legacy lives on through Generation Z through our humor and pop culture.

Impact of Disney Channel on Gen Z

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer March 24, 2025

The Disney Channel, which was launched on April 18, 1983, is a name that warms the hearts of thousands of Generation Z individuals, as the network has aired thousands of television shows and movie premieres. Some...

Some students prefer comfy clothes while others prefer stylish.

Comfy or stylish: Which one would you choose?

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer March 18, 2025

Which is better for high school: being comfy or stylish? As soon as students get out of bed, this is the question that comes to mind. Pupils who prioritize their own relaxation by dressing comfortably...

The Mandela effect is a real phenomenon caused by collective misremembering.

Is the Mandela effect real?

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer March 14, 2025

The Mandela effect is a collective false memory formed by the general public. The Mandela effect itself got its name from Nelson Mandela, the first black president of South Africa, who died of a respiratory...

The message inside a fortune cookie should be words that truly inspire, not overused phrases.

Fortune cookies should be more creative

Salma Abdous, Opinions Editor March 14, 2025

Imagine getting a fortune cookie after an amazing dinner, hoping for a deep insightful message about your future, only to crack it open and read a corny overused phrase.  Fortune cookies are supposed...

Students at FVHS discover why Jellycats are so expensive.

Why are Jellycats are so expensive?

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer March 7, 2025

Jellycats, which was founded in 1999, is a plushie company based in the United Kingdom. Over the years their products have grabbed the hearts of thousands of customers. Jellycats sells a diverse assortment...

From upbeat to slow ballads, music has the power to shape every mood.

Music plays huge role in how students navigate their emotions

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer March 7, 2025

Music isn’t just a sound, but complex sounds that can be transformative. In a study by the Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Center, music can affect chemicals in your brain that can change the way you...

Discover FVHS' favorite item at Costco’s iconic food court.

Best Costco food court item

Brianna Negron, Opinions Writer March 7, 2025

 The Costco food court all started with one hot dog stand outside of the San Diego warehouse location in 1984 where you could purchase a quarter pound hot dog and a 20 ounce refillable soda for $1.50....

If groundhogs can predict the weather, can anyone who sees their shadow predict the weather?

Groundhogs shouldn’t be in charge of deciding the weather

Salma Abdous, Opinions Editor March 7, 2025

Imagine living in a country where the weather is decided by a little rodent named Punxsutawney Phil. Every year on Feb. 2, thousands of people watch as this famous groundhog emerges from his burrow to...

After finishing school work, it is common for students to look on social media out of boredom.

Is boredom good for you?

Lena Vecchione, Copy Editor March 6, 2025

Everyone has those moments when you have nothing else to do and are lacking enthusiasm over their current activity or lack of something to do. That’s called boredom. Since the term has been coined, there...

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