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Uber, a place where people are able to go from place to place may be leaving for good because of what the ride-share bill has said about Uber and Lyft. The bill is still going today to make final decisions, but there has already been many changes to what will happen to Uber in the future.
Ride or Goodbye, Colorado
While Snapchat has been a very popular app since its release, it is starting to become less popular. Less users are starting to use Snapchat and have started using other apps instead. Courtesy of Snapchat
The Rise and Fall of Snapchat
TSA agents check for no allowed items and may follow through pat-downs or checking bag if anything appears out of the ordinary.
Real ID Now Required for All US Flights
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. (Robert Harclerode/U.S. Coast Guard, PD)
Trump Wants to Rebrand Veterans Day
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
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
The end of the school year has come so soon, and while students are happy the year is ending and summer is here, it’s a bittersweet feeling. The school year went by very fast, especially for seniors, who will now start a new chapter of their lives. Courtesy of Chris Tone
In The Blink of an Eye, A Year to Remember
Summer break has finally come and there are many ways to spend it. Whether students decide to spend it with friends, family, or by themselves, there are so many activities to do
Top Ways to Spend Summer Break
Lotti Kroeger, Giorgia Terzi, Johanna Koelling, and Maria Pintori smile for a selfie at the Homecoming tailgate. The homecoming experience was many of the exchange students favorites and was a good way to start their American experience. (Courtesy of Lotti Kroeger)
Time to Say Goodbye
Frederick High School has started to slowly implement phones being banned in class, but now next year phones could possibly be banned completely. Phones have been seen as a distraction for some students, and the school is now going to put an end to it.
Will FHS Implement a New School-Wide Phone Policy?
Heavily involved in extracurriculars, Rolando was able to connect with his fellow classmates and his community. Alongside this, he used those opportunities to further his academic career and get closer to his dream of being an aerospace engineer at NASA. Courtesy of Rolando Mijares Miranda
ROLANDO MIJARES MIRANDA: SHOOTING FOR THE STARS
Brinley has accomplished a lot in her four years. From being an academic scholar to taking center stage on multiple occasions, she never failed to make people proud. As she moves on from high school, she will be attending Southern Utah State study early childhood development. Courtesy of Brinley Weingardt
BRINLEY WEINGARDT: TAKING CENTER STAGE
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
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
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
The sign on page for the Bluebook application, which is the app that students now must go through to take all online standardized tests. This includes the PSAT, the SAT, CMAS, as well as many College Board AP tests which are moving towards digital testing.
Dear CDE: Juniors Have Too Many Tests
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
7 Movies to Look Out For This Summer
Final Destination Bloodlines is a must watch for any Final Destination movie lovers. The 6th movie keeps the watchers on the edge of their seats throughout the whole movie, with many plot twists and special effects added throughout as well. Courtesy of Warner Bros
Final Destination Bloodlines is Finally Here
Beach Bunny performing with her band in Denver, Colorado on May 18th, 2025
Beach Bunny Rocks Denver
The Minecraft Movie, which has been waited on for a while, has blown up in theaters. The movie is similar to the game, with a few differences here and there, but is overall a good watch for any Minecraft lovers. Courtesy of Warner Brothers
Minecraft Movie Frenzy
Joe Goldberg returns to New York City with his wife Kate for the finale of You. This season brings plot twists, and excitement, guaranteeing to leave the watcher interested. ( Courtesy of Netflix)
You Ends with a Killer Finale
7 Movies to Look Out For This Summer
Final Destination Bloodlines is a must watch for any Final Destination movie lovers. The 6th movie keeps the watchers on the edge of their seats throughout the whole movie, with many plot twists and special effects added throughout as well. Courtesy of Warner Bros
Final Destination Bloodlines is Finally Here
The Minecraft Movie, which has been waited on for a while, has blown up in theaters. The movie is similar to the game, with a few differences here and there, but is overall a good watch for any Minecraft lovers. Courtesy of Warner Brothers
Minecraft Movie Frenzy
Joe Goldberg returns to New York City with his wife Kate for the finale of You. This season brings plot twists, and excitement, guaranteeing to leave the watcher interested. ( Courtesy of Netflix)
You Ends with a Killer Finale
“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
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
"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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Max Urlik has completed high school, making friends and memories along the way. Urlik enjoyed the police academy class and wants to become an artillery officer. (Courtesy of Max Urlik)

MAX URLIK: A Snippet of Someone Else

Khyra Gould, Staff Writer • January 5, 2025

Senior Max Urlik started high school like most kids, quiet, shy and kept to himself. As he went through high school, he’s become a well-known student around his community. As he works his way up to being...

Taking photos can be tricky at times, but knowing how to use a camera and get good angles will help. There are certain rules that come with taking photos, and that can help the picture turn out better.

Picture Perfect

Sophia Zamora, Staff Writer • January 4, 2025

How many photos are on your phone? According to a recent survey, the average American has 2,795 photos on their phone and takes around six photos every day, 53% of which they then share on social media....

Class registration, which is normally done via app, will now take place primarily in the counseling office, with counselors using sheets of paper filled out by each student. This is the result of an error on Infinite Campus that has added a wrinkle in the normally smooth registration process.

Class Registration Sooner, on Paper This Year

Carson Birdsall, Staff Writer • January 3, 2025

When Frederick High's freshmen, sophomores, and juniors return from Winter Break on Tuesday, January 7, they won't just need to be thinking about a new semester—they need to start thinking about next...

Deja Lewis has completed her High School career, making friendships and memories she won’t forget. She has all of her credits, so she will be completing High School early.

DEJA LEWIS: Making Unforgettable Memories

Kaylee Ledgerwood, Editor in Chief • December 29, 2024

Senior Deja Lewis has her life figured out after Frederick High School: she’s going to go to Front Range Community College and she’s going to study to be an EMT. She wants to be an EMT to help people....

A steamer of Christmas tamales. The Christmas holidays for Mexicans and those of Mexican heritage celebrate with traditional foods such as tamales and pozole. (Robert Vacapinta/Flickr)

Celebrating Christmas Mexican Style

Ivonne Sambrano, Staff Writer • December 25, 2024

Today is Christmas 2024, and families in the Frederick community are undoubtedly celebrating their annual traditions. Lots of these traditions come from Europe, like caroling, Christmas trees, and hanging...

Donning some of her most festive apparel, senior Malia Jeffers leads her group of other seniors in replying to local kids that wrote their letters to Santa. Answering the children as Santa's elves, this is one of several ways that National Honor Society has tried to make the holidays happier for the community.

Putting Their Stamp on the Season

Melinda Yim, Staff Writer • December 24, 2024

When this article releases, it will be Christmas Eve. Tonight, hundreds of children in the tritowns will go to bed dreaming of Santa Claus visiting during the night with his sack of toys. While teens and...

TJ Yaunches seeing the light into becoming a pastor (Courtesy of TJ Yaunches)

TJ YAUNCHES: Seeing the Light

Hazel Mciver Oun, Assistant Image Editor • December 22, 2024

Every school needs a leader, someone who cares about anyone and anything and someone who is always willing to put everything they’ve got into school spirit. TJ Yaunches is the perfect fit for that person....

While most seniors embrace a single passion, Zoe Wittler has made a mark in both Frederick High athletics and Frederick High performing arts. Managing two big activities (as well as an extensive family life, advanced classes, and an active role in her church) isn't easy, but Zoe approaches every obstacle with hard work and a smile. (Courtesy of Zoe Wittler)

ZOE WITTLER: Ball’s in Her Court

Khyra Gould, Staff Writer • December 15, 2024
Zoe Wittler, Senior Spotlight, Frederick High School Senior, Girls basketball, Theater, GEBN,
Frederick Cheerleaders Shine in Macy’s Parade

Frederick Cheerleaders Shine in Macy’s Parade

Macey Smith, Staff Writer • December 13, 2024

Three of Frederick High's cheerleaders got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform a routine at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Seniors Brianna Romero, Peyton Bruggeman, and Junior Shori...

Winning the Prize and Losing Yourself

Winning the Prize and Losing Yourself

Ivonne Sambrano, Staff Writer • December 11, 2024

Junior Zach Burton has played basketball for 10 years, and now that he is on Frederick High’s Varsity boys basketball team, he’s in it to win it. Zach is a junior transfer student who came to Frederick...

Finals are coming, but they never are just on that final class period. Studying needs to start a few days before the day of the test to avoid cramming. Essays need to be written long before the due date to allow for time to edit. Projects need multiple short sessions of work to construct all the pieces of the whole.

The Finals Countdown

Kennedy Fisher, Staff Writer • December 10, 2024

Next week are finals! While there's joy that the end of the semester is upon us (and a well-earned break), there's a lot of student anxiety built up around the finals by freshmen who've never had them...

Jovan Aladana has made it through his high school career, shooting hoops and making memories. He made great achievements in Basketball and in class. (Courtesy of Jovan Aladana)

JOVAN ALDANA: Shooting the Shot at Success

Alex Lyman, Staff Writer • December 8, 2024

Jovan Aldana is a senior this year who is always respectful to others and is very personable. He carries these qualities through his personality and actions. Jovan has a 3.763 GPA, he works hard inside...

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