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Yolanda Saldivar is a well known name across the world from being Selena Quintanilla‘s closest friends, but then being the reason of Selenas death. Yolanda now has the possibility of being on parole after 30 years, which is raising controversy for fans. (Oxygen)
Yolanda Saldivar Parole Sparks Debate
While books are being banned across the the United States in schools, Colorado is creating a bill to protect books from being banned. Books are being banned more and more frequently because they talk about what some think are touchy subjects.
New Bill Would Protect Colorado Schools from Book Bans
New cases of the measles have been reported in Texas, as well as a few new cases of the bird flu around the U.S. These new cases are sparking concerns from people about a new health crisis. ( Celesteh/ Flickr)
Health Crisis Looms as New Illnesses Pop up
Donald Trump displays one of the 42 executive orders he signed immediately following his innauguration as president on January 20, 2025. This included EO 14168, a broad mandate ordering the US government to rescind protections for and deny recognition of transgender Americans. (Trump White House, public domain)
Trump Targets Trans Teens with Executive Orders
New Colorado law makes big changes in Safe2Tell. These new changes will help more students who are facing trauma and stress.
Colorado Bill Will Empower Schools to Care
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
Frederick High School choir groups give students new opportunities and talents. Choir brings together students with all kinds of talents, making something truly special. (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
Harmony in Action
Not Your Average Zombie Apocalypse is a production that everyone will be talking about. As the school is overrun by zombies, a mere five students remain unchanged, and it is their job to put everything back to normal. (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
Exciting, Terrifying, and Incredibly Humorous
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
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
Before teenagers get their permits, they need to complete the drivers education classes first. These classes can be taken online, or in person. The classes will give out all of the information teenagers need to know to start driving.
How to Become Road Ready with Driver’s Ed
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
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
Students are getting treated unfairly by teachers, and this is causing problems at Frederick. Being negatively treated by a teacher can greatly impact a students mental health.
Dear Teachers: Stick to Your Script
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
While a cheerleader for four years of high school, Kenzie is looking forward to joining a different team: she wants to work as part of a doctor's office as an ultrasound technician. (Courtesy of Kenzie Bash)
KENZIE BASH: Cheering for Success
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
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. (Disney)
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. (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
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
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
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. (Disney)
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. (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
Sophie Thatcher, star of Yellowjackets and Heretic, shows amazing range in Companion (Warner Bros. Discovery)
A Nearly Perfect Companion
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
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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
(Netflix)
Heroes and Legends Unfold
A New Adventure Awaits
A New Adventure Awaits
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
I Laydown My Life for You is the newest album by JPEGMAFIA which originally was supposed to release in 2023 after his album with Danny Brown but was delayed after not wanting to rush it. (AWAL)
“Lay Down” Rises to New Heights
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
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
¿Qué hay más allá del diploma?
¿Qué hay más allá del diploma?
"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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Lexi Otterbein is a sophomore at Frederick High School. This is her first year as part of the Journalism staff, and when she is not writing stories, she enjoys skateboarding and breakdancing. After high school, Lexi want to pursue architecture or robotic engineering.

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The wind is going insane

When Will The Wind End?

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This year students are noticing more and more that teachers are behind and just overall not grading the assignments that students are turning in. This is resulting in conflict and is making students annoyed with how their grades look because of the lack of work teachers seem to be doing.

Why hasn’t my grade changed?

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Will Smith walks away from a smiling and preening Chris Rock just moments after he assaulted the man on live television. The event has caused an uproar not just in Hollywood but all over the nation over who's to blame for the situation. The debate and its importance to so many people, including those in our community, shows how society is still working on how to handle people who both verbally and physically attack others.

The 94th Oscars Get Out of Hand

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Bathrooms are a necessity--when you've got to go, you've got to go, right? Yet Frederick's bathrooms are being locked during class time due to issues with our restroom facilities--and the administration and students are both pointing the finger at each other.

Frederick’s Crappy Bathroom Situation

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While hair style is important to almost every teen, hair care isn't necessarily a top priority. But it should be, given that choices made by teens now may permanently damage their hair. Luckily, there are only a handful of things someone needs to know to keep their hair strong and healthy.

Take Care with Your Hair

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We’re Often Blind to Colorblind Students

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A student shutting down in the halls due to their mental health plummeting. While there are several ways we can help teens with their mental health, the easiest and most impactful thing the school can do is to cut down the length of each school day.

It’s Time to Cut Class to Help Students

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Fake pockets

[Photo] A Pocketful of Nothing

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Get Lost In Tyler The Creator’s New Album

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'Tis the Season to be Dumb

‘Tis the Season to be Dumb

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Kid sleeping in class

Treat Us More Like Kids

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Masked sophomore Kaya Paluda talks with unmasked freshman Krysta Tschida share a laugh during class. St. Vrain's current masking policy requires masks in schools but allows some exemptions. This has caused some concern and chaos as students wonder whether masking is worth it anymore.

To Mask or Not to Mask?

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