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John McClain crawls though an air vent like Santa Claus as he avoids bullets from below. Photo courtesy of Entertainment Weekly

Yippee-Ki-Yay! ‘Tis the Season for ‘Die Hard’

Hannah Halterman, Staff Reporter December 21, 2023

Snuggled up on the sofa in your favorite blanket, fire crackling and a mug of hot chocolate in your hand, you reach for the remote and your bowl of popcorn. Snowflakes fall delicately outside and the soft...

Senior Robert Peel playing the game by RobTop Games, "Geometry Dash," a game where you tap to make a cube jump, among other features. He is currently playing a level that is the pre-2.2 update.

Across Platforms and through the Platformer

Colin Nichols, Web Editor-In-Chief December 4, 2023

Senior Robert Peel expertly clicks his mouse in order to avoid his icon from hitting a spike causing the music to end. However, inevitably it does, and he is filled with a feeling of repetition all...

Tonisha LaMartina grabs a student paper slip that holds the chosen ‘briefcase’.

DECA Reigns Supreme

Laila Alkhatib, Staff Reporter November 29, 2023

Navigating the  world of extracurriculars at Francis Howell Central, students have voiced their preferences, and the rankings are in. Here's a snapshot of the most popular clubs, from student favorites...

Chad sticks his head up in a playful mood bringing smiles and laughter to the many student gathered around to watch him. “You can tell them apart [by their size]. Chad is a little bit bigger than the other one. Chad's kind of a meanie, so if they're interacting with each other, typically he's the one that's stepping on Franklin."

Therapeutic Turtles

Ava Schriber, Staff Reporter November 16, 2023

Walk into room 219 during any passing period and you would see multiple students gathered around the tank that is seated near the whiteboard. You would find heads peeking to catch a glimpse of the small...

One of the lunch options at FHC is breakfast for lunch. This meal was sausage, egg, and cheese burritos served with tater tots on the side.

Food Fight!

Hannah Halterman, Staff Reporter October 24, 2023

The horrors of school lunches are a popular joke among high school students. Stories of hot dogs that bounced off elementary school floors are swapped for tales of unbreakable cookies served in the middle...

Student wears Aiforce 1's shadow shoes  in school.

Fresh Kicks or Bad Tricks

Asher Wilson, Staff Reporter October 4, 2023

  Shoes are a huge part of peoples outfits and just like the rest of the outfit there are a lot of opinions on shoes.  Students want shoes that are comfortable and look good.  Starting with what everyone...

Pop star singer Taylor Swift gazes upon her sold-out stadium, holding her microphone close to her chest. Swift can always admire the crowd no matter the show, a cunning smile formed on her red lips. Photo courtesy of Aubrey Simpson.

Through The Eras

Moth Payne, Web Assignments Editor October 4, 2023

The crowd erupts into screams of excitement as Taylor Swift makes her first appearance on stage, opening The Eras Tour, one of the most iconic concerts in 2023,  “Miss Americana & The Heartbreak...

Nuclear Explosions and Bright Pink Dolls

Thomas Ramos, Staff Reporter September 29, 2023

In late July of this past summer, the latest pop phenomenon, “Barbenheimer” came to a head. Both "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" released in theaters on July 21, having young children and history buffs...

Library media specialist Cassandra Flores running and event from the Griot Museum. This activity allows students to learn in an engaging and interactive way.

Solace in the Commons

Nolan Haberstroh, Staff Reporter May 24, 2023

As the bell rings and seminar begins, students start to file into the Learning Commons. After they sign in, the students are directed to tables in the center of the area, where themed snacks and drinks...

Chemistry teacher Mr. Scott Thorpe teaches his class about elements and their bonds with each other. Thorpe, who won teacher of the year in 2011, is known for his passionate and engaging teaching style. He plans to retire at the end of this year.

Retiring With a Legacy

Nolan Haberstroh, Staff Reporter May 23, 2023

As senior Andrew Johnson makes his way through his final year of high school, he often thinks back to his junior year. His English III class, taught by  Mrs. Patricia Shockley, had been one of his favorite...

Elaina Rainwater, one of the organizers for a game of Senior Assassin stands with goggles on. Wearing goggles is the only way to guarantee safety in Senior Assassin.

Last Senior Standing

Nolan Haberstroh, Staff Reporter May 18, 2023

As senior Nathan Reitz makes his way through his daily life, every time he leaves home or school grounds, he’s on edge. He’s always aware of his surroundings, checking any area he enters for signs...

Two suitcases sit on the beach sands of California, the suitcases in front of a beautiful ocean alongside a healthy palm tree. Illustration by Moth Payne.

Flowering Travels

Moth Payne, Staff Reporter May 1, 2023

Excitement fills the atmosphere as tourists dash down the streets of Los Angeles, California, as the breeze flies through junior Sam Maxwell’s hair, laughing alongside her family as she walks down the...

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