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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
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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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Hope Nguyen

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer

Hi, my name is Hope Nguyen! I’m a senior at Freedom High School. I’m a staff writer for the Freedom website Uncaged. I like listening to K-Pop, drawing and writing and watching anime. Outside of school, I like to job-hunt, thrift clothes and drink boba tea.

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Picture of Romcom novel Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood

Rise And Fall Of The Rom-com

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 14, 2024
Photo of Febronia Farowez showing off makeup

Makeup: Unpacking Beauty in Society

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
April 1, 2024
Photo of Taylor Swift at Eras Tour, provided by Harper's Bazaar

Reasons for Taylor Swift’s Popularity

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 27, 2024
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Should School Be 4 Days Instead of 5?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
June 4, 2023
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Breaking The Stigma: Neurodivergent Students Speak Out

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 29, 2023
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Students Decide: Are they Team Selena or Team Hailey?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
April 12, 2023
Chrissy Chlapecka is Tiktok activist and feminist.

Feminism Is Still Needed in the Modern World

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023
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As the World Celebrates International Women’s Day, Women in the Middle East Still Struggle

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023
Some people prefer cold weather over warm.

Which Is Better, Hot Or Cold?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
January 23, 2023
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Disney’s Live Action Little Mermaid Sparks Debate about Representation

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
December 15, 2022
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April Showers Bring May Flowers, What’s The Best Way To Shower?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
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Is Loudoun County Really Number 1?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
People are banding together to find more sustainable ways of living.

Finding Sustainable Ways Of Living

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
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Freedom Students Share Their Dream Vacations

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
June 14, 2022
Cancel Culture Graphic provided by The New York Times

Cancel Culture Destroying Society?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
June 10, 2022
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Students Protest Against Stressful Schoolwork

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 16, 2022
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FHS Students Reveal Fast Food Favorites

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
Grace Nguyen showing off an outfit.

Fashion Forward Styles Emerging

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 23, 2022
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Banned Books Spreading Across Texas

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 16, 2022
Photo of mask on a desk.

New Mask Rules Are Shocking Freedom

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 16, 2022
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“Encanto” – Disney’s best movie since “Frozen”?

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
November 16, 2021
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FHS Clubs Are Ready For New Members

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
October 7, 2021
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Quirky Quarantine Favorites For Freedom Students

Hope Nguyen, Staff Writer
October 4, 2021
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