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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
Bold bite… This vermicelli dish creates a long lasting and bold flavor with healthy ingredients. The homemade tangy sauce added a hint of spice and touch of personality to the dish.
Vietnamese Cuisine serves taste of Vietnamese style dining
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
Knights, pirates and jesters, oh my!... Upon entry to the Robertsdale Ren Faire on November 23-24, greeters gave attendees red stickers to place on themselves to ensure entry if they decided to leave. The Ren Faire kept its doors open from 10 AM to 6 PM, with a schedule full of events on various stages, ranging from the Joust Stage to 18+ Castle/Tavern Stage.
Robertsdale hosts Gulf Coast Renaissance Faire
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
The Student News Site of Fairhope High School

The Pirateer
The Student News Site of Fairhope High School

The Pirateer
Ready to win… Sophomore Jackson Gulley dunks the ball during warm ups. The Fairhope basketball team prepares to take on their arch rival, the Daphne Trojans.

Varsity basketball defeats rival

Madeline Piazza, reporter • January 26, 2024

Walk the plank... Junior Mcrae Taul plays with spirit during the game against Gulf Shores. Photo By Lane Watson.

Varsity boys’ basketball powers through season

Florence Beasley, reporter • November 30, 2022

Pirates Score Back-to-Back Wins So Far in this Year's Season by Florence Beasley, reporter FAIRHOPE, Ala.- At only eight games in, the varsity boys' basketball team has an undefeated record of 8-0. This...

Student vs. Teacher Basketball Game 2022

Student vs. Teacher Basketball Game 2022

Ellery Scott and Meredith C. Lee • March 31, 2022

Two teams, one court, one winner: the best players take all! The FHS Student vs. Teacher basketball game is an event that students, teachers, and faculty alike look forward to all year. Teachers and faculty...

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The 2021 Holiday Wrap-Up

Ellery Scott, reporter • December 13, 2021

2022 is just around the corner! Here are just a few events that wrapped up our winter season. The 2021 Fairhope Christmas Parade Fairhope was overjoyed to be able to have its annual downtown Christmas...

Boy's Basketball is Heading to State!

Boy’s Basketball is Heading to State!

Ellery Scott, reporter • February 23, 2021

Fairhope High School's boy's varsity basketball team is heading to Montgomery to play in the 2021 AHSAA Boys State Basketball Tournament! On Friday, February 19, Fairhope's boys varsity basketball team...

Pirates go to the FINAL FOUR

Pirates go to the FINAL FOUR

Kathryn Wendling and Jon Barnard • March 6, 2020

Season Wrap Up: Our Fairhope boys basketball team was 23-5 this season. They ended up being 9th in the state, and 3rd in 7a. This season, the team made it into the Final Four. This took more than just...

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