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The Student News Site of Freedom High School
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
Seniors Jordyn Covey, Avery Greenfield, Madeline Fox, Emma Thacker, Lauren Parker, Mallory Bymers, and Peyton Kerns cheering for Freedom football at the Homecoming game against Riverside High School.
Freedom Jumps into Another Homecoming Spirit Week
Seniors Mahi Parikh and Alison Mun enjoy senior sunrise before the first day of school starts
FHS Students Return to School for the 2024-2025 School Year
Graduates Ryan Brown and Brandon Shen meet for a celebratory handshake as they enter into the ceremony to take their seats.
Class of 2024 Graduates Receive Diplomas at Eagle Bank Arena
Class of 2024 Senior Map
Class of 2024 Senior Map
The new FHS library opens after 7 months of renovations
FHS Library and Main Office Open After Renovations
Siblings senior Keira McDowell and freshman Ian McDowell on vacation together. Photo provided by Keira McDowell.
Siblings Tackle High School Differently
Freedom High School CAMPUS Seniors, CAMPUS counselor and CAMPUS teacher taking a group picture after graduation.
CAMPUS Graduation: Seniors Take The Next Step
Special education encompasses many different fields of study for students that are educationally challenged. Image credit to Adwait
Empowering Students: Special Education Thrives at Freedom High School
Image of Junior Carrieann Kerolos' senior course request classes. Provided by Carrieann Kerolos.
Juniors Decide on Taking it Easy Senior Year, Pushing Through One More Year
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
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
Photo of Taylor Swift at Eras Tour, provided by Harper's Bazaar
Reasons for Taylor Swift’s Popularity
Sophomore Josh Johnson participated in the 100 meter dash and the 200 meter dash. Johnson made it to finals for the 200 placing 7th place.
Freedom Track and Field Takes Home Wins at States
Freedom Girls Soccer Team holds the Regional 6B Champions poster after winning the Regional Championship game.
Freedom Girls Soccer Score a Win to be the Region 6B Champions
Freedom's Girls Tennis having a team meeting before the start of the match.
Freedom’s Girls Tennis Defeats Long-Time Rival School Battlefield
From left to right: Freshman Ellie O'Shea, senior Emma Kwitkiwski, and freshman Alexia Portabanco running to the opposite net.
Freedom’s Girls Lacrosse Claims Victory Against Champe
Freedom Girls Varsity Basketball Team playing against Patriot in a home game.
Women’s March Madness Rises in Popularity
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
American citizens protest against Right-to-work laws on the streets
Right-To-Work Laws Affect Minority Communities

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Hazel Nguyen

Hazel Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief

Hi! My name is Hazel, and I am a senior at Freedom High School. This is my third year with Uncaged, currently serving as the Editor-in-Chief. I am a part of Freedom High School’s Arts and Literature Magazine, Key Club, and National English Honor Society. I am very excited for an amazing third year with our passionate Uncaged staff!

All content by Hazel Nguyen

Class of 2024 Senior Map

Addy Welz, Olivia Johnson, and Hazel Nguyen
June 7, 2024
It's 55 degrees Fahrenheit on Christmas day in northern Virginia.

[Photo] Global Warming is a Concern for Students and Staff

Surabhi Komanduri, Staff Writer
January 2, 2024
Social Sciences

[Photo] Eagles Celebrate Homecoming With Spirit Week

Surabhi Komanduri, Staff Writer
October 8, 2023
A spreadsheet tracking the college application process (sensitive information was redacted). Graphic created by Hazel Nguyen.

Seniors v.s. College Applications: A Test of Time Management

Hazel Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2023
The Class of 2023 students waiting to receive their diplomas.

FHS Class of 2023 Receive Diplomas at Eagle Bank Arena

Olivia Johnson, Hazel Nguyen, and Jackie Buktaw
June 7, 2023

Class of 2023 Senior Map

Pratha Ravani, Michael Baker III, and Hazel Nguyen
June 6, 2023
Nicole Shou also receives the Semper Fidelis Marine Corps Band Award.

FHS Holds Class Awards Ceremony

Hazel Nguyen, Jackie Buktaw, and Amelia Lee
June 6, 2023
Kokee Tea opens a mile from Freedom High School.

Bubble Tea Place Opens Near FHS

Hazel Nguyen, Design Editor
March 23, 2023
Students gather to see Pastor Michelle talk about a historically black schoolhouse.

Should High School Have More Field Trips?

Hazel Nguyen, Design Editor
March 8, 2023
The Asian American Student Association poses in front of their Lunar New Year-inspired library display [Photographed by Hailey Chong]

Students Celebrate Lunar New Year!

Hazel Nguyen, Design Editor
January 23, 2023
This is a popular Spotify playlist for the holidays! [Image provided by Hazel Nguyen]

When is the Right Time to Play Holiday Music?

Hazel Nguyen, Design Editor
December 5, 2022
Benjamin Gibson helps a student with their paper in AP Seminar.

Teachers Gain Recognition During National Education Week

Hazel Nguyen, Design Editor
November 15, 2022
Students dress up for Class Color Day (top left and right), Perfect Pair Day (bottom left), and Class Theme Day (bottom right)

Were the Homecoming Spirit Days successful?

Hazel Nguyen, Design Editor
October 3, 2022
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Freedom Kicks off the 2022-2023 School Year with First Indoor Dance and Pep Rally Since 2019

Olivia Johnson, Hazel Nguyen, Sunny Panthangi, Michael Baker III, Pratha Ravani, and Keira McDowell
September 19, 2022
Students getting their acceptance letters via email.

Governor’s School: A Summer Program for Students

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
June 10, 2022

Freedom Eagle Broadcast 5/13/2022

Michael Baker III, Emmie Duong, Courtney Davis, Jackie Buktaw, Julia Buktaw, and Hazel Nguyen
May 13, 2022
A movie poster of Doctor Strange 2 in front of the Dulles Mall theatre. [Photographed by Jackie Buktaw]

Doctor Strange 2 Released in Theaters

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 10, 2022
Anjana Kumar, a student at FHS, shows how many alarms she sets to wake up for school. (Photographed by Hazel Nguyen)

How many alarms is “too many”?

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 19, 2022
A student fills out an e-Hall pass approved by Mrs. Neuser.

Students Frustrated with e-Hall Passes

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
Elementary Students Can Now Get Vaccinated

Elementary Students Can Now Get Vaccinated

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
December 19, 2021
Class of 2021 enjoy in-person classes and activities in college.

Keeping Up With the Class of 2021

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
December 15, 2021
Illustration by Hazel Nguyen

Sophomores Lost in AP World

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
October 13, 2021
Illustration by Hazel Nguyen

COVID-19 Has Affected Reading Habits

Hazel Nguyen, Staff Writer
September 30, 2021
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