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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 vs. 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
Tesla Cybertrucks are currently being recalled due to a metal piece on the front of the car having the chance of falling off while driving. The glue that holds the piece onto the car is not strong enough to hold, and is able to be lifted off with someone’s bare hands. Courtesy of A1C6
Cybertruck Recalls Shock the Road
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
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
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
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 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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The last swing of the final four game by Tatum Ross ended with her breaking her bat due to the lack of support from her classmates and peers. While there is a lot of support towards other sports, softball is lacking the the Frederick support that is well deserved.

A Deafening Silence

Makenzie Carpenter-Sais, Copy Editor • November 2, 2023

The Frederick High Varsity Softball team walked its state send-off down the sports corridor on Friday morning, October 20, before heading to Aurora for the annual CHSSA State Tournament. The team has been...

Varsity boys running at the Mead Stampede race. Featured in the middle is FHS senior Darren Reynolds, who placed first for all of the Frederick varsity boys.

Running Toward Victory

Isabel Howell, Staff Writer • October 9, 2023

The cross country season is in its final stretch. On Saturday, September 30, the Mead Stampede 5k marked the final meet before league and regionals. The Mead Stampede is a narrow, flat course that runs...

The importance and significance of eligibility isn’t recognized by many student-athletes, yet in the long run they will understand the value and benefits eligibility provides for their future after their athletics are long gone.

Is Eligibility Legitimate?

Carson Birdsall, Staff Writer • October 6, 2023

Many athletes often ask why eligibility exists. After all, it may seem pointless and even discourage some student-athletes that struggle with academics to continue their sports. However, eligibility is...

Frederick Softball Falls Against Severance

Frederick Softball Falls Against Severance

Griffin Baldwin, Staff Writer • September 19, 2023

On September 19, the Frederick Golden Eagle varsity softball team faced off against Severance High during a heated home game. While it was a close game the final was 11-9 with Severance coming out...

The Odd One Out

The Odd One Out

Reno DiGesualdo, Staff Writer • September 4, 2023

  The Frederick Golden Eagles Varsity football team is scheduled to play the Scottsbluff Bearcats for the FHS homecoming game. Not Mead. Not Erie. Not even Niwot. Instead of playing up a local...

Senior Hailey Simmons striking out a Skyline opponent from the mound in the second inning to help Frederick secure the win. The softball team took their first home game win of the 2023 season versus Skyline 16-1.

Building from the Base Up

Makenzie Carpenter-Sais, Copy Editor • September 3, 2023

Every high school sport requires players to come and go. After losing fourteen seniors in the past two years, the 2023 Frederick softball season has officially begun. Frederick softball has had to learn...

Families have been weighing the balance between the pros of playing sports, and the financial cost that families have to pay in ording for their child to participate. Most sports cost around $1,000 to $3,000 to play, while sports like ice hockey and baseball can cost up to $12,000 a year.

The High Price To Play

Mason Faulkner, Photo and Image Editor • April 6, 2022

Youth sports are a great way for kids to build character, stay in shape, and build relationships. High school sports extend youth sports by having higher competitiveness to them. The downside to youth...

The Warriors huddle up before tip-off at the Denver Colliseum

Warriors Fall To Colts in Semi-Finals

Joshua Bailey, Editor in Chief • March 14, 2022

Despite a magical season for the Frederick Warriors, the stars did not align in the final four tournament last weekend, as they faltered against the Pueblo South Colts by a score of 56-67. It looked as...

State championships are more than just a game that marks the end of the season--they often mark of something incredible for the team, their school, and their community

Why Going to State Matters

Kaya Paluda, Editor in Chief • March 11, 2022

This week, Frederick High has been buzzing with energy around the 4A Boys Basketball championship games this weekend. Our Warriors have made it through a tough playoff bracket (even a close game with Mead...

Alexia Guevara going up to make a shot. Her and her teammates loved being able to have fun and be competitive. What pushed the Unified team the most was the support that they received throughout their season from their mentors to the Rowdy Crowd.

Unified in Glory

Julissa Solorzano, Social Media Manager • March 9, 2022

It’s not about winning or losing, it’s about teamwork and sportsmanship. Unified Basketball has given an opportunity to students with special needs to be able to get help with basketball.  But it...

Bryce Conover squares up from three point range

Bittersweet Time At Basketball Playoffs

Joshua Bailey, Editor in Chief • March 2, 2022

The girls' and boys' basketball teams both seized a couple of playoff victories over the course of last week, overcoming a plethora of pressure heading into the contests. The boys' team hadn't won a playoff...

Bella Hewitt, Ali Davis, Bryce Conover, Brooklyn Weingaedt, Jacoby Conway, Alex Sturn, and Mikenna Hoffman signing their letters of intent given to them by various colleges. With their family beside them in celebration, these athletes plan on bringing the Warrior spirit to their future athletic pursuits.

Making the Commitment

Makenzie Carpenter-Sais and Ellie Kling • February 24, 2022

Every year, college recruiters come to see the best of the best across the country. They spend countless hours going to games, tournaments and talking to coaches about their most stellar athletes. We are...

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