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Photograph of Bishop Robert Prevost upon his appointment as Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Chiclayo in 2014. Prevost was elected to to succeed Pope Francis and emerged from conclave as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025. (Frayjhonattan/Wikimedia, CC BY-SA)
Conclave Elects an American as Pope
A child of a New York area Coast Guard service member waves the American Flag while marching in New York City's Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 11, 2013. The Parade honors all eras and branches of military service, with special recognition given this year to the history of American Women in Uniform. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Seaman Robert Harclerode) Date Taken:11.11.2013
Trump Wants to Rebrand Veterans Day
Two brothers, Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were charged for murdering their parents in the 1980s, have been becoming more known now. The brothers case is being re examined, and re evaluated. (Courtesy of Common Sense Media)
The Menendez Brothers’ Potential Resentencing
Actress Michelle Trachtenberg acting in one of her biggest movie hits, 17 Again. Michelles cause of death has been revealed as diabetes, which goes to show how taking care of the disease is very important. (Courtesy of Warner Bros).
Star’s Cause of Death was Diabetes
Another recall is being made for cars, this time GM cars are being recalled for not functioning correctly. For anyone that has any GM car, it is important to go get it fixed to avoid accidents.
GM Recalls Thousands of Cars
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat’s performances of Pharaos Story, which pulls the whole show together.
A Dreamcoat to Remember
Junior Joseph Summers has been named one of the new State Thespian Officer, which is a great accomplishment. Joey has accomplished many amazing things throughout his years of being a high schooler, and will continue to accomplish many more. Courtesy of Addy Bowers
Joey Summers is New Lead for Colorado State Thespians
The characters in Clue: On stage listening into a conversation, adding to the mystery of the show (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
The Theatre Department Gets a Clue
Sophomores Odin Wridt and Orion Freeman and junior Erik Esqueda-LeRoi jam in front of the gym doors in the commons during second lunch on December 10, 2024. All three are members of Frederick High's School of Rock class, which elected to perform during both lunches as a final for their class. In School of Rock, Mr. Liss teaches students how to cover and create their own rock, pop, country, and hip-hop songs.
Lunch Sacks and Amp Stacks
As the passengers believe they know who the snowman thief is, they set out to look around the train to look for them.
Unified Theatre Chases a Frosty Fiend
Luigi Mangione sitting in court, patiently awaiting to see of the court rules if guilty or not guilty.
Dear Reader: Luigi Deserves Care but Not Mercy
Senior Camden Pacheco has finished high school finally and while he won’t miss the classes and the work, he will miss the memories and friends he made. He says high school has been a whirlwind of emotions for him.
CAMDEN PACHECO: FROM CHAOS TO COSMETOLOGY
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
Parent teacher conferences can be useful at times, but most of the time, they are pointless. These conferences take up a lot of teachers time and add stress to students lives, which is unneeded.
Dear Parents: Don’t Waste Your Time With Conferences
Senior Lucas Howell has gained so many new memories and experiences throughout high school. He was involved in track and cross country, as well as being in choir and the student advisory council. (Chris Tone)
LUCAS HOWELL: SPRINTING TO SUCCESS
Luigi Mangione sitting in court, patiently awaiting to see of the court rules if guilty or not guilty.
Dear Reader: Luigi Deserves Care but Not Mercy
Parent teacher conferences can be useful at times, but most of the time, they are pointless. These conferences take up a lot of teachers time and add stress to students lives, which is unneeded.
Dear Parents: Don’t Waste Your Time With Conferences
A mural of 14-year-old Native American woman Sage Deal towers over the corner of Tejon St. and Pikes Peak Ave. in Downtown Colorado Springs. This 77-foot mural, called "Take Back the Power," was painted by Deal's father Gregg to bring awareness to the plight of missing and murdered Indigenous women across the US. The red handprint over the mouth is a national symbol that these victims are being silenced and that those who keep their victimization quiet have blood on their hands. (Courtesy of Raven Payment)
Dear America: No More Stolen Sisters
Journalism teacher Mr. Brandon Coon scowls at the camera when asked, "show us your teacher attitude face!" In all seriousness, it seems that some of the teachers at FHS don't realize how the moments of cynicism, apathy, and grumpiness affect their students.
Dear Teachers: Lose the ‘Tude
Junior Doris Lian and sophomore Leigh Tilton hold their noses in the gym. With sweating bodies playing sports, the gym should be the stinkiest place at Frederick High, but the sad truth is that dishonor belongs to the large freshmen classes. With some teachers needing to open their windows to let out the freshman funk after class, it's time the class of 2028 to grow up and stop the stink.
Dear Freshmen: Fix Your Funk
Senior Camden Pacheco has finished high school finally and while he won’t miss the classes and the work, he will miss the memories and friends he made. He says high school has been a whirlwind of emotions for him.
CAMDEN PACHECO: FROM CHAOS TO COSMETOLOGY
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
Senior Lucas Howell has gained so many new memories and experiences throughout high school. He was involved in track and cross country, as well as being in choir and the student advisory council. (Chris Tone)
LUCAS HOWELL: SPRINTING TO SUCCESS
Senior Ava Jorgensen will miss being at Frederick High and will especially miss student council, where she had the best times leading the rowdy crowd at football games. (Steve Stanton Photography)
AVA JORGENSEN: Taking Life Step by Step
Kate Greiner poses for her senior photos in St Vrain. Kate has been a stand out student at Frederick since her freshman year, participating in several AP classes, sports, and being a leader everywhere she goes. (Courtesy of Kate Greiner)
KATE GREINER: Doing it All
“Well, the film is actually pretty genre fluid. It actually pushes into a lot of different genres but yes, vampires are one of the elements of the movie but that is not the only supernatural element” (Ryan Coogler)
In Sinners, Every Choice Comes with a Price
In this photo they are getting ready for a challenge of tug a war to determine which teams they are going to be on. The Battle Camp is made up 18 contestants from different shows like Too Hot to Handle, Love is blind, The Cheer, The Mole and among others. The show was premiered April 23, 2025 and consists of 10 episodes. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix’s Newest Adventure Show
“ I just thought there was a ton of potential there, especially with the freedom that Absolute provides. It’s a really big swing and probably the biggest change of any of the Absolute characters, but I was really inspired to take advantage of that freedom because it doesn’t come along very often. “- Deniz Camp. (DC)
Absolute Martian ManHunter Breaks The Mold
The new Netflix documentary series, American Murder: Gabby Petito really shows the story of Gabby’s life and helps viewers understand what she went through. The series includes body cams from the police of Gabby and her boyfriend, who went on a roadtrip together. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix Uncovers Gabby Petito’s Truth
“Over the past like year and a half, I’ve been in the studio, I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done”-Will Smith. Courtesy of Universal Music Group
Based on a True Story is a Bust
“Well, the film is actually pretty genre fluid. It actually pushes into a lot of different genres but yes, vampires are one of the elements of the movie but that is not the only supernatural element” (Ryan Coogler)
In Sinners, Every Choice Comes with a Price
Daredevil: Born again is a project that has been anticipated for by fans and everyone working on it put a lot of passion into it. All of the hard work pays off for the show and creates a great addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Courtesy of Disney Plus
A Bold Rebirth of Daredevil
Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot add a magical touch to Disneys live action Snow White. They add a new sense of character to the Disney movie and create a new idea for the movie. Courtesy of Disney
Snow White Brings Magic to a New Generation
Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley deliver an amazing performance in The Substance, a horror movie that is guaranteed to make the viewer squirm. This movie brings a new sense to the horror film world. (Working Title Films)
This Substance will Make you Squirm
Mufasa became the tenth-highest grossing movie domestically released in 2024 thanks to its long lifespan at the theaters. Not even its debut on Disney+ has taken it out of the weekly box office top ten. With effective visuals and a good if not great story, Mufasa has earned its reputation as another Disney success (Disney)
Mufasa Becomes King of the Winter Box Office
In this photo they are getting ready for a challenge of tug a war to determine which teams they are going to be on. The Battle Camp is made up 18 contestants from different shows like Too Hot to Handle, Love is blind, The Cheer, The Mole and among others. The show was premiered April 23, 2025 and consists of 10 episodes. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix’s Newest Adventure Show
The new Netflix documentary series, American Murder: Gabby Petito really shows the story of Gabby’s life and helps viewers understand what she went through. The series includes body cams from the police of Gabby and her boyfriend, who went on a roadtrip together. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix Uncovers Gabby Petito’s Truth
The newest and final season of Cobra Kai is filled with many emotions and is promised to leave the audience satisfied. The ending to the show was perfectly executed, leaving the fans satisfied and happy. (Netflix)
Cobra Kai Never Dies
Warner Bros./Max
Gunn’s Creature Feature is Great
Moana 2 brings back Moana and Maui for another adventure. Moana has to go on another journey across the ocean to find the lost island of Motufetu. (Disney)
Setting Sail on Another Adventure
“Over the past like year and a half, I’ve been in the studio, I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done”-Will Smith. Courtesy of Universal Music Group
Based on a True Story is a Bust
The Weeknd’s final chapter, Hurry Up Tomorrow captures his feelings of heartbreak, addiction, and loss. There are multiple features on the album as well, which help capture the emotion he is trying to show. (Republic Records)
A Nice End to The Weeknd
Ballonerism, Mac Miller's latest posthumous release, captures the turbulence he experienced in 2014 as he moved to a major label and became re-addicted to drugs. While a great album overall, Miller's experiments with different genres and sound effects may put off some listeners.
Balloonerism Soars to Uncomfortable Heights
Pop superstar Billie Eilish sits on a blue cling-wrapped oven in a blue cling-wrapped kitchen on the poster advertising her sold out Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour. The tour kicked off in Quebec City, Canada on September 29, 2024, and will end in Dublin, Ireland on July 27, 2025. (Universal Music Group)
Billie Hits Hard in Concert
Chromakopia is Tyler, the Creator's eighth studio album, which was released on October 28, 2024. The album explores Tyler, the Creator's process of getting through the hurdles of adulthood with many tracks including the voice of his mother. (Columbia Records)
Chromakopia Ushers in a New Era
La Wish Week de este ano rinde homenaje a un niño de 5 anos llamado Ariel, cuyo sueno es ir a Disney World con su familia. Los estudiantes pueden participar en diversas actividades y participar en la semana espiritual para ganar dinero para el deseo de Ariel. (Imagen proporcionada a Frederick High por la Fundación Make-A-Wish)
Cumpliendo sueños en Frederick
El sofa es una nueva tradición en Frederick High School que da a los estudiantes la oportunidad de ganar el mejor asiento. El granador puede elegir a un amigo y disfrutar de una caja de pizza mientras ve el partido en el sofa. (Cortesía de Maggie Harnig)
Una nueva tradición comienza la temporada de baloncesto
Un mural de Sage Deal, una mujer indígena de 14 años, se alza sobre la esquina de Tejon St. y Pikes Peak Ave. en el centro de Colorado Springs. Este mural de 77 pies, llamado “Take Back the Power” (Recuperemos el poder), fue pintado por el padre de Deal, Gregg, para crear conciencia sobre la difícil situación de las mujeres indígenas desaparecidas y asesinadas en todo Estados Unidos. La huella roja de la mano sobre la boca es un símbolo nacional de que estas víctimas están siendo silenciadas y de que quienes mantienen en silencio su victimización tienen sangre en sus manos. (Cortesía de Raven Payment)
Querida America: No Mas Hermanas Robadas
El profesor de periodismo, el Sr. Brandon Coon, frunce el ceño a la cámara cuando se le pregunta: "¡muéstranos tu cara de actitud de profesor!" Con toda seriedad, parece que algunos de los profesores de FHS no se dan cuenta de cómo los momentos de cinismo, apatía y mal humor afectan a sus estudiantes.
Queridos profesores: Pierda el ‘Tude
Brian García, estudiante de segundo año, se sienta en la clase de la Sra. Upton y trabaja en sus tareas. Brian es uno de los muchos estudiantes que tienen un corte de pelo Edgar, un corte de tazón con intrincados diseños rapados en la parte posterior de la cabeza. Si bien este corte de pelo se ha convertido en una moda en la comunidad latina, debe desaparecer.
Querido Edgars: Eres Mas que Solo tu Cabello
"Sing me to sleep with your saccharine whisper, and let us lay about as cats of no mothers."
Suther
"The air is crisp, the nights are long, with winter's charms inside a song." (Bernhard Friess/Flickr)
Winter’s Talent
"The sound of my mother’s voice did not bring comfort to me; instead, this bad feeling grew... it was late, and my mother never cooked this late."
Mom?
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Masks will be optional in all St. Vrain Valley Schools and related athletics and activities as of 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 18. This decision was made on Monday evening during a meeting of the Boulder County Board of Health. "[In accordance with the decisions made by Boulder County Public Health,] we are updating our protocols. Masks will become optional in our schools and buildings for all teachers, staff, and students after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 18" Dr. Haddad shares in a written statement.

Boulder County Lifts Mask Mandate

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • February 15, 2022

During a meeting of the Boulder County Board of Health that happened late into the evening on Monday, February 15, the Board made the decision to terminate the mask requirement for indoor environments...

A few members of Frederick High's Swim Team for the 2021-2022 Season. There have been many challenges faced throughout this year's swim season, but that hasn't stopped this team from finding success. "The toughest thing about swimming is remembering that you can always improve and that just because you make a mistake doesn’t mean that mistake makes you," says Paige Wilcox, a junior at Frederick High. "I think the highlight of the season was when we did our first duel and won, especially when Coach Mares had given us a pep talk previous to our meet."

Frederick High is Swimming to Success

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • February 15, 2022

With many aspects of school returning to the way that they were before the Coronavirus shutdown, Frederick’s swim team is larger, stronger, and more successful than ever before. Although there have been...

The current graduation requirements for all students in St. Vrain Valley Schools. Even though the PE credit requirement is more than the Arts requirements, classes in both areas have really strong numbers of students enrolled. "I don't think [the graduation requirements] has a direct correlation to [class sizes] because there are kids who might [complete all of their PE credits in their freshman year, but may want to take additional PE classes when they have an opening in their schedule], says Mr. Gordon.

Should Frederick High’s Graduation Requirements be Adjusted?

Owen Willis and Jillian Margheim • February 2, 2022

For as long as anyone at Frederick High can remember, two Physical Education credits, .5 Fine Arts credits, and .5 Practical Arts credits have been among the many graduation requirements for students across...

Mrs. Jennifer Santos, Assistant Principal at Frederick High, scolds senior Jillian Margheim for being late to class. Starting on January 10, any underclassman who gets marked tardy 20 times or more will lose the ability to have off-blocks in the 2022-2023 school year, and any upperclassman who gets more than 20 tardies will lose the ability to attend Prom in April. “[Being tardy really] takes away from instructional time [especially] for students [who] come in 15 minutes late, [because those students end up] missing the whole setup [and introduction to class] and, ultimately, [being late] does impact your grade," says Ms. Swanson.

Frederick High Introduces New Tardy Policy

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • January 12, 2022

With the start of the second semester underway at Frederick High School, students and staff are getting used to the new tardy policy that went into place on Monday, January 10. The policy states that any...

We Walk: Life with Severe Autism by Amy S. F. Lutz, hardcover, 200 pages.

Is Amy S. F. Lutz’s Newest Book Worth the Walk?

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • December 4, 2021

We Walk: Life With Severe Autism by Amy S. F. Lutz is her second book and is an autobiography written about Jonah, who is a young man that is living life with Autism. This is a nonfiction book that is...

St. Vrain's Innovation Center and Career Elevation and Technology Center. Both programs will be hosting Open Houses on Wednesday, December 1 and Thursday, December 2 to give students the opportunity to learn more about the opportunities at each building.

Innovation Center and CETC to Host Open Houses

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • November 30, 2021

As preparations begin for the 2022-2023 school year, Richard, who is currently an eighth-grade student at a middle school in the district, has been very busy over the past few weeks trying to determine...

The advertisement poster for All Together Now. All Together Now is a global production occurring to celebrate the return of theatre following closures due to the Coronavirus. “Luckily, All Together Now came at the perfect time. Music Theatre International, which owns the show, is waving all performance costs so 100% of the funds will go back into our school theatre programs" says Mr. Brandon Coon.

St. Vrain’s Theatre Departments are Coming All Together Now

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • November 12, 2021

After being impacted by the Coronavirus for well over a year, theatre is back and is stronger than ever. Theatre programs throughout the country will be joining together and performing on November 12 and...

The current members of the St. Vrain Valley Schools Board of Education. An election occurred on Tuesday, November 2 that will replace two members of the Board with new members.

New Members Elected to SVVSD School Board

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • November 11, 2021

On Tuesday, November 2, an election occurred to determine who the new members of the St. Vrain Valley Schools Board of Education would be to replace previous Board Members who had reached the maximum number...

Frankenstein is taking all of the necessary precautions to ensure that he is safe while celebrating Halloween this year. The Coronavirus is still making a large impact on our community, and this year, it is more important than ever to be cautious while celebrating Halloween. With Halloween being less than a week away, it is a good time to start thinking about how to celebrate safely.

Is Halloween a COVID-safe Holiday?

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • October 28, 2021

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic and all of the restrictions in place to ensure that everyone stays as safe as possible, the last time that Halloween took place in a normal setting, without having to worry...

The commons during passing period at Frederick High School. Over the past few years, passing period at Frederick High has gone from being 10 minutes to five minutes, and the teachers and students at Frederick High have mixed feelings about it.

Enough Time To Pass?

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • October 22, 2021

Over the past few years, Frederick High School’s passing period times have decreased from ten minutes to seven minutes, and then to the current length of five minutes. Students and teachers use the passing...

The Frederick High School Marching Band prepares to perform at St. Vrain Band Night on Wednesday, October 6. Frederick's Band was one of ten to perform at this years Band Night. “Unlike so many other events where the crowd is cheering for a certain winner or outcome, events like these provide an opportunity for everyone to cheer on everyone. It goes to show how powerful music is in SVVSD!” says Janay Bird.

St. Vrain Band Night is Marching Back

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • October 8, 2021

On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, high school marching bands from St. Vrain Valley Schools, including Frederick High School, and other Colorado school districts performed at St. Vrain Band Night, which took...

Seniors Thomas Beeker and Bethany Parker, as well as junior Giada DeJulio rehearse before the Homecoming Parade on the outline of the theatre float in the studio theater at Frederick High. The theatre float will be one of many in this year’s Homecoming Parade which takes place on Friday, October 1. “The float this year is really unique compared to past years. This year we are going to be advertising both our fall and our spring show, so we got to do like a half and half type of thing, which is really fun and we got to take a lot of creative liberty with that,” says Thomas Beeker, a senior at Frederick High School and the theatre float coordinator.

Keeping Frederick’s Homecoming Parade Afloat

Owen Willis, Social Media Manager • October 1, 2021

On Friday, October 1, Frederick High’s Homecoming Parade will take place starting at 5:00 pm at Thunder Valley, and will end around 5:30 pm at Frederick High School. Between being thrown out of typical...

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