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The Student News Site of Freedom High School
New Assistant Principal Kevin Throckmorton
Freedom Welcomes New Assistant Principal
Behind the Scenes of the 2025 Black History Month Assembly
Behind the Scenes of the 2025 Black History Month Assembly
Freedom DECA at the welcoming ceremony.
Freedom DECA Takes On SLC in Virginia Beach
TikTok is loading on a student's phone screen.
TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy Across America
Smoke coming from The Academies of Loudoun seen from where students were standing after evacuation. Photo provided by Jacob Roberts.
Welding Class Sparks a Fire at The Academies of Loudoun
A Diagram Comparing the Digital SAT and ACT.
SAT vs. ACT: How to Choose the Best Test
Mock-up of the 2025 AP exam schedule on a calendar.
FHS Students Prepare For AP Exams
Freedom High School's JEA attendees waiting for the start of the national award's ceremony.
Freedom Journalism Takes on Philly
Students and parents are welcomed by a red carpet and black, white, and gold balloons.
FHS Presents The Grand Opening of The New Library
The new FHS library opens after 7 months of renovations
FHS Library and Main Office Open After Renovations
Flag supporting Taylor Swift on sophomore Anika Dutt's ceiling.
Students Share Opinions About Taylor Swift
Picture of Romcom novel Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood
Rise And Fall Of The Rom-com
Dragon Ball Z main character, Goku, has a pair of wings and a halo to represent Akira Toriyama passing.
The Impact of Akira Toriyama Creativity
Venture Jazz Collective at Battle of the Bands on March 15, 2024.
Venture Jazz Collective Plays at Numerous FHS Events
Olivia Rodrigo set having "malfunctions" during her performance at the VMAS.
A Look Into The VMAS
Juniors on the white team, Brayden McKeithen and Tarek Ashour, block junior on the gold team, Connor Hampton, during one of the Powderpuff volleyball games.
Behind-The-Scenes Makes Powderpuff Enjoyable
Summer Activities of Teachers and Students
Summer Activities of Teachers and Students
Popular skincare products on social media from a beauty store.
Social Media Focus on Makeup Influences Children
Graphic representing career paths and opportunities.
Students Pursue Various Fields of Study
The beach is a common destination for many Freedom students!
Freedom Students Spring Break Festivities
Senior Elijah Reynolds during high jump warmups.
Freedom Track and Field Team Competes in First Invitational
Junior Emily Tulk running on the field during the first half of the Freedom vs. Champe soccer game.
Girl Varsity Soccer Team Starts their Season off with a Win Against Champe
Junior Keira Lee completes her bar routine and looks towards the judges, while her teammates and coaches support her.
Freedom Hosts 2025 Gymnastics Regionals
Senior Julia Li looking up the Washington Commanders' statistics.
Washington Commanders make a comeback
Picture of the Freedom JV volleyball players. Photo provided by JV team.
Challenges and Growth through the Levels of Freedom Volleyball
Choosing the Best Winter Comfort Food
Screenshot of the FAFSA website's opening screen.
Combatting Rising College Costs
Photo of rejection letter from University of Southern California
College Acceptances Raise Controversies
Friends adventuring at D.C. at night.
Students Aim for the Best Summer Plans
Image Created by Surabhi Komanduri Via Canva
Name Pronunciations Difficulties Reach an All Time High

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As high school comes to an end, and college quickly approaching, seniors are on the lookout for roommates as they move on to the next chapter of life. PC: Bailey Elliott

Rushing for a Roommate

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June 3, 2021
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10 Ideas to Start the Summer Off Right

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May 28, 2021
Photo illustration by Bailey Elliott

Tips for Dealing with Loss of Motivation

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April 13, 2021
Netflix viewers are saddened over the news of many fan favorites being removed from Netflix in 2021. Photo Illustration: Bailey Elliott

Netflix Removes Popular Fan Favorites

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January 21, 2021
Team Christmas or Team Thanksgiving? The great debate of when the holiday season should be celebrated has arrived. Photo illustration by Bailey Elliott.

The Christmas Debate: When Should Christmas Season Begin?

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December 18, 2020
PC: Celine Sayegh Senior class officers pose in front of the jumbo movie projector at the outdoor movie night.

Senior Class Hosts Outdoor Movie Night

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November 4, 2020
Photo provided by Inside Higher Ed Individuals are facing mental health crises due to COVID-19 and the long lasting affects of quarantine.

COVID-19 is Causing a Mental Health Crisis

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November 4, 2020
Organization in the workspace can start with simple changes such as setting up the necessary supplies for the school day as seen in the image above. Photo by Bailey Elliott

Why Workspace Matters

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October 28, 2020
Students and teachers adapt to the changes of the school year due to the pandemic. Photo illustration by Bailey Elliot.

COVID -19 Impacts the 20-21 School Year

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October 23, 2020
The true cost of fast fashion.

Dangers of Fast Fashion

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March 24, 2020
Whether it's a mental or physical checklist, many students strive to complete specific tasks that will lead them to their ultimate goal of being a "well rounded" high school student. Photo by: Bailey Elliott

Volunteer Hour Requirement Does Not Encompass Intristic Reason for Service

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January 17, 2020
Twitter explodes with PSAT memes including the image above which went viral as it jokes about College Board's reaction to this viral violation of the test. Photo provided.

PSAT Memes are Back

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October 18, 2019
Photos by Aayusha Khanal Juniors, Grace Schofield, Carina Funk, Morgan Maiden, and Abby Doyle rep their trop out looks before the start of the school day.

Spirit Week Day 2: ¿So You Like Piña Colada?

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October 2, 2019
Hundreds of runners lineup , nervously awaiting the gunshot to announce the start of the race. Pic Creds: https://va.milesplit.com/meets/361337/photos#.XYkRcXpKjBI

Freedom XC Takes on the Biggest Meet in the State

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September 8, 2019
Staying on Top of Summer Assignments

Staying on Top of Summer Assignments

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June 4, 2019
Freedom High School's district girls sprinters team smiles after completing the first meet of post season.

Outdoor Track and Field Enters Post Season

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May 20, 2019
Athletes prepare for their race in the infield as spectators wait patiently for the next race in the bleachers.

Freedom hosts first home Track and Field meet of the season

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April 30, 2019
Sophomore, Abby Church in the 2 mile. Church finished second overall with a state qualifying time of 11:31.

Kickoff to Outdoor Track and Field

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March 20, 2019
Photo by Mary Ann Magnat https://va.milesplit.com/photos/files/22628642 Sophomore, Samantha Tiong in the 55mh finals.

Indoor Track and Field State Championship Results

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February 25, 2019
Freedom's sprinters smile after taking second place at the district meet.

Indoor track season ends and post-season begins

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February 6, 2019
Netflix's tweet to all bird box fans, pleading for them to be cautious when taking part in the hashtag "Bird box challenge".

Netflix warns fans about the “Bird Box Challenge”

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January 15, 2019
Photo by Chong Chung. Sophomores, Josh Facey, Ryan Borden, and Cole Edwards get into starting position for the 1600m race, as they wait for the gun shot to announce the start of their race at the David Cannon Memorial Polar Bear meet on December 1st, 2018.

FHS Indoor Track mid-season update

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January 15, 2019
Sophomore, Abby Church accepting her VHSL all state medal.

Freedom runs in Cross Country State Championships

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November 15, 2018
Picture of the Great Meadows Invitational course, completely flooded. Picture by Great Meadows Facility

Rain Rain go away; four cross country meets canceled

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October 23, 2018
Sophomores Carly Burns, Abby Church, Avary Flynn, and Caroline Aversano show their class color, decked from head to toe in white as they point to principal Fulton's white socks. Sophomore Carly Burns says "I like dressing up for spirit days because it is a fun way to unify our school and have some fun for a week".

Homecoming Week Day Five: Class Color Day

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September 29, 2018
With a new year comes new changes at Freedom High School.

Changes to Freedom High School for 2018-2019

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September 24, 2018
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