The Student News Site of Fairhope High School

The Pirateer
In beat… Senior dancer Karlee Lambert steps in tune with the song “Escapade” by Janet Jackson. Before the showcase, she relaxed in the dressing room talking with her fellow dancers to prepare.
Fairhope Dance Collective performs “Escapade” showcase
Ofrenda of honor… Senora Holt’s Spanish two classes create class Ofrenda to celebrate the loss of loved ones. They decorated with pictures and objects that signified each student's family, friends and pets for the Day of the Dead holiday.
Spanish classes celebrate Day of the Dead with ofrendas
Furry favorites… SouthPaw the Jaguar takes pictures with students and tour guides, bringing smiles to faces. SouthPaw also showcased his athletic ability with a push-up contest and a backflip.
Pirates tour the University of South Alabama
Ready set pose… The Dogwood girls prepare to participate in Fairhope's annual witch's ride. The women dressed as witches with a little twist.
Witches ride for good cause
Singing stars… Students participate in karaoke during lunch waves to help the Peer Helpers raise awareness during Red Ribbon Week. Students received little ribbons and bracelets for their participation.
Students participate in annual Red Ribbon Week
Go team go!... The Fairhope swim team huddles and chants. The team won first place. “I think swimming is both mentally and physically challenging; some events impact more mentally, though. For me it's the 50 free,” said Roderick Farrington, sophomore.
Fairhope Swim Team wins third home meet
Pirate power… Senior outside hitter Brooklyn Ewart prepares her jump serve. She served the ball over the net and secured an ace for her team.
Varsity volleyball wins second game of season
Team spirit... Pirates prepare for the game with a pep talk. Coach Kyle Hunter walked over to encourage the team.
Varsity baseball travels to Baker for final regular season game
Track and Field to compete in Sectionals
Track and Field to compete in Sectionals
Doubles defeat… Seniors Skylar Spinks and Paige Evans compete in doubles against Mary Montgomery players Halle Stringfellow and Makalya Powell. Spinks served the ball and ended the match with a score of 6-0, 6-1.
Varsity Tennis wins section tournament
Here’s the story… Wadsworth actress Rachael Goodrich explains how each murder went down, running around on stage to reenact every scene. By the end, she sat on the set stairs out of breath.
Baldwin County Virtual School presents Clue
Moments for homework… Senior Victoria Hardy completes her history assignment during her free time in class. Hardy said she felt it was easier to complete assignments in a school setting, as the area makes her feel more productive and ready to tackle academics.
Students master time management
Rock With The Gold… Junior football players cheer with the varsity cheerleading squad in preparation for the football game Friday, October 4, at the Spina Bifida pep rally. Brett Horne, football coach, spoke to attendees about the importance and impact of the theme of this pep rally and game.
Students, teachers raise awareness for Spina Bifida at Friday football game
Local restaurant owner brings smiles to church community
Local restaurant owner brings smiles to church community
On to the future… Signees smile as they celebrate their upcoming next level sport. Athletes signed to 26 different colleges.
FHS athletes sign for next level
Pop culture influences teen self-expression
Pop culture influences teen self-expression
Social media impacts a teenager’s mentality
Social media impacts a teenager’s mentality
Helping Hands… Makaila Robinson and Kayliegh Sprute collect tubs for the Environmental Club’s recycling project. The Club spent one afternoon each month of the school year collecting bins.
Students should contribute to the community
Education online… A young student learns from a screen. Online learning impacted students’ ability to retain information.
Is online learning effective?
Learning Languages… Students that take foreign language electives are positively benefited and exposed to new cultures and languages.
Students should take a foreign language in high school
The Children of Blood and Bone: a minority strikes back
The Children of Blood and Bone: a minority strikes back
Warm and crisp… The Smoked Turkey Press satisfies customers with its presentation. The look of it does not do the taste justice.
Provision provides Fairhope with living room style dining
Hot and ready… The tenderloin chicken salad wows customers with its appearance. It tastes even better than it looks.
Mr. Spuds serves satisfaction
Food for thought... Chick Fil A's expansive menu has food options for all. Whether someone is craving meat, greens or sweets, Chick Fil A has a meal ready.
Chick Fil A serves fast, easy classics
Seafood savvy… My friend’s mouth watering combo platter steals the spotlight on the table with its array of delicacies. From succulent crawfish to perfectly seared scallops, every bite was a taste of coastal bliss.
Kravers Seafood brings bayou to Baldwin
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Lady Pirates Basketball v. Gulf Shores
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Lady Pirates Basketball v. Gulf Shores
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Clue Production
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Clue Production
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Barnwell Community Center Event
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Barnwell Community Center Event
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Fairhope Farmer's Market
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Fairhope Farmer’s Market
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Freshman English Project
Pirate Vision Special Edition: Freshman English Project
The Student News Site of Fairhope High School

The Pirateer
The Student News Site of Fairhope High School

The Pirateer
Julia Vesterlund

Julia Vesterlund, reporter

Hi, my name is Julia Vesterlund and I’m a Junior. I’m an exchange student from Sweden. In school, I’m in the band and I play the bass guitar. I’m also in the art club!

All content by Julia Vesterlund
European, American school systems differ in more ways than one

European, American school systems differ in more ways than one

Julia Vesterlund, reporter
May 15, 2023
Ready, set, graduate... Seniors celebrate before the ceremony with a traditional cap toss photo. Photo by Molly Meilunas.

Guide for Graduation

Julia Vesterlund, reporter
April 20, 2023
Discover a new world...As I flew over the USA, I prepared to meet my new family and friends. Photo by Julia Vesterland.

Exchange Students experience a new world

Julia Vesterlund, reporter
February 13, 2023
Keeping busy.... Anna Bowler Conyers tours Sand Diego, California.

Student Anna Bowler Conyers’s contributes to her community

Abigail Dasinger and Julia Vesterlund
January 9, 2023
In his stride... Huff Friedman competes in the breaststroke at the Gulf Shores swim meet. Submitted photo.

Huff Friedman swims, marches for his school

Julia Vesterlund, reporter
November 2, 2022
Time to shine. Front ensemble plays their part during the half time show. Members played their parts in the game performance to prepare for upcoming competition.

Band prepares for current football games, competition

Julia Vesterlund, reporter
September 12, 2022
Fun times... Laughing at the lunch table sophomores Quinton Stratton, Aiden Blackburn and Geof Buckley discuss how their first days have gone. The boys enjoyed spending their free time with each other.

Pirates wrap up first week

Ellery Scott, Jillian Surla, William Allison, Abigail Dasinger, Lulu Cowden, Julia Vesterlund, and Mackenzie Bowman Todd
August 30, 2022
Load More Stories