Trashed!
February 10, 2011 • written by Alexiyah Kohler
Filed under Individual Commentary, Opinion
Recently, as second semester rolled in, first semester phy. ed. students were apparently expected to remove any belongings from their lockers. “Apparently” is the key word considering that some classes were not aware or told of this requirement. Without warning, the decision was made to clear both... Read more »
Lunch program’s ID system unnecessary
February 10, 2011 • written by Alexiyah Kohler
Filed under Individual Commentary, Opinion
We’ve all seen it happen: A student finally reaches the beginning of the line after waiting for their turn just like everyone else; since the person is lacking their ID or cash, they have wait even longer for the rest of the students to pass through the line. The “ID/cash rule” for the lunch... Read more »
Horoscopes (February)
February 10, 2011
Filed under Common Chatter
Capricorn (Jan. 20 – Feb. 16): A slippery incident may knock you off your feet on the 5th. Just remember to pick yourself back up, and enjoying a large ice cream sundae never hurt anyone. Aquarius (Feb. 16 – March 11): The pungent scent of deception may fill your senses with despair on the... Read more »
Morning lifegaurds give up precious time
February 10, 2011 • written by Leah Weston
Filed under Feature, People and Clubs
The thought of waking up at 5:00 a.m. before school to go to work may seem like a joke to many FAHS students, but for some it is reality. Morning lap swim starts at 5:30 every weekday morning. Typically, the swimmers are older and use the open pool to stay in shape. The lifeguards, however,... Read more »
Artist of the Month (February) – Jourdyn Cluver
February 10, 2011 • written by Leah Weston
Filed under Art Corner, Feature
Artist of the Month- Jourdyn Cluver Leah Weston Signal: What was your inspiration for your art? Jourdyn Cluver: I do a lot of Tigger because my family calls me Tigger. I do a lot of at-home projects that are of animals. I have a lot of animals at home. S: What is your favorite animal to draw? JC:... Read more »
Ryno’s letter to the editor
February 10, 2011
Filed under Uncategorized
Ryno’s letter to the editor Dear Signal Staff, This letter is in regard to your December 22, Issue 3, article “Under The Spotlight.” I applaud your staff’s ability to take on such a complicated issue; eating disorders have a significant impact in the athletic population due to high standards... Read more »
Haumerson’s Pond open for skating once again
February 10, 2011 • written by Erin Erickson
Filed under Local, News
Hockey has returned to Fort Atkinson. This small town used to have a rink of its own that has been unusable for the past four years. Now, thanks to a small group of high school students, Haumerson’s Pond has been reopened. Under the responsibility of Dallas Banda,... Read more »
Boy’s basketball drills in success
February 10, 2011 • written by Chad Hoof
Filed under High School, Sports
The Boy’s Varsity basketball team had a drastic turn around compared to last season’s woes. A major contribution to the team turnaround has been the defense. Going into the season, head coach Mike Hintz said defense would be a key component... Read more »
Intramural rumors false
February 10, 2011 • written by Alexiyah Kohler
Filed under Local, News
Intramural basketball has been known to students as a fun, light-hearted way to get involved in basketball. Students who do not wish to partake in the actual basketball program have the option to participate in the same activity without having a huge amount of competition or any of the fees. Advocates... Read more »
Library completes move
February 10, 2011 • written by Taylor Brown
Filed under Local, News
After years of planning, months of construction and countless hours spent planning and preparing, the Dwight Foster Public Library is finally set to return to its original location at 209 Merchants Avenue. The library opened to the public on February 1. The transition process has exceeded expectations... Read more »