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A moment of inspiration. In the above photo, students watch the keynote speaker of FUEL, Bryant Collier.  Officers advised students to sit several feet apart in class, keeping a socially distanced environment. Bryant Collier was a former FBLA member, who won several awards and gained recognition for his public speaking skills. Throughout his speech, that was casted on screens all over high schools in Georgia, he encouraged students to find their passion through organizations like FBLA, and build a career off of doing what they love.

FBLA’s FUEL provides members with a socially-distanced leadership experience

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead December 14, 2020

Every year Georgia Future Business Leaders of America(FBLA) holds a Fall Leadership Conference (FLC) in Athens, Georgia. However, to keep members safe from COVID-19, Georgia FBLA transformed FLC into...

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Practice makes perfect. South Forsyth performing arts students have worked diligently everyday after school to prepare for their upcoming show, Oklahoma. Each day small groups sing, dance, and run lines, critiquing and perfecting everything before the big day. Daegan Bennet explains how he practices outside of school, "I practice whenever I can. I perform in front of my family and friends so they can critique me."

Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin’: South Forsyth’s Performing Arts puts on a production of Oklahoma!

Kate Geiger and Kayleigh Emberton December 14, 2020

On December 17th-20th, 2020, South Forsyth performing arts students are displaying their interpretation of the famous play, Oklahoma! Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein wrote the musical and it takes...

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A different perspective. Debra Amick is the Vice President of Quality Improvement and oversees the quality care of patients. At the beginning of the pandemic, she was buried in her work to ensure everyone was receiving quality care.

COVID-19: Talking with a trained healthcare professional

Brooke Eldridge, Opinions and Arts and Entertainment Editor December 10, 2020

In the midst of a pandemic, people have all felt a little uncertain about the state of our country. From limited social interactions to consistent hand washing and periods of mask-wearing, it’s been...

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The importance of awareness. Seizures impact the daily lives of ordinary people throughout the world. Without proper education, people have exposed seizure victims to dangerous risks.

A guide on dealing with seizures

Kate Geiger, Columns Editor December 4, 2020

It was a sunny Wednesday afternoon when I arrived at my house that day. My nose took notice of a sweet aroma, and I gazed towards a pink box of cookies. Ripping open the box, I grabbed an Oreo cookie and...

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Building socially-distanced relationships.  This image was captured at the FBLA Fuel 2020, the virtual Fall Leadership Conference.  Teachers allowed few students into classrooms to participate workshops and practice testing rooms. In the pictured room, students participated in an ice-breaker activity that involved writing FBLA goals on beach balls, and passing them across the room. Additionally, students participated in workshops regarding business communication and officer-ship in FBLA.

Catching up with FBLA members amidst pandemic

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead December 4, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines caused clubs and organizations at South Forsyth High School to find innovative ways to foster creativity and continue club activities. South's FBLA...

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Black Friday deals. This year in 2020, Black Friday will look very different from previous years. Stores applied their Black Friday discounts to their online stores in order to encourage online shopping.

Empty shelves or empty stores? Black Friday 2020

Maggie Craig, Editor-In-Chief November 17, 2020

Stampedes of shoppers bustle through crowded isles as they rip off discounted television from shelves. Long lines of people wait in front of stores to get the doorbuster deals. Moms fight over Keurig machines...

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The latest technology. Apple's new iPhone 12 is on display as featured with new upgrades. Apple's iPhone 12 has the latest and greatest of 5G technology.

Apple’s 2020 Advancements and Technologies

Chris Bunker, Photo Editor November 17, 2020

Last year was a big year for Apple, with the successful release of the iPhone 11 and Apple Watch 5. Both of these technologies have new and updated features for all their consumers to enjoy. With the addition...

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Giving back to the community. The SFHS Boys' Lacrosse Team is hosting a toy drive for students within the community to donate to. Many students and staff donated to the CHOA Toy Drive to help give back to the community.

SFHS Boys’ Lacrosse Team Gives Back to the Community

Shree Delwadia and Saahithya Gutta November 17, 2020

In the spirit of the Holiday Season, South Forsyth High School's Boys Lacrosse Team is hosting a Toy Drive for the Children’s Hospital of Atlanta (CHOA). The team is collecting donations until November...

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Band pride. South's band takes pictures together outside with masks to follow guidelines. Even though COVID has affected them, our band stayed strong and connected through these times. "My favorite part of band is that it truly brings together a family more so than anything else I have ever done," comments Sophomore Spandan Mondal.

SOFO marching band “bands” together to raise money following COVID

Naisha Roy and Sayna Kaushik November 13, 2020

The South Forsyth High School Band program is working hard on raising money following the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic resulted in large budget cuts and sponsorship losses for programs around the nation. Regardless,...

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Homecoming 2020. Spirit Week, a pinnacle football game, and homecoming court filled South with festivities the week of 10/25. Despite the changes that COVID-19 brought to the school year, homecoming remained a shining constant.

SOFO HOCO 2020: War Eagle Spirit perseveres through adversity

The Bird Feed Staff November 11, 2020

The week of October 26th was South Forsyth’s 2020 Homecoming Week, culminating in the pinnacle football game on Friday, October 30th. Despite unusual circumstances due to COVID-19 and social distancing,...

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Packing supplies. As the elections round closer, Forsyth County School students volunteer to pack different cleaning materials to ensure healthy practices during the 2020 General Elections. Students have also packed different disinfectant supplies such as hand sanitizer and gloves for the poll workers as well.

South Forsyth students help prepare for the upcoming elections

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief November 9, 2020

As the November elections are getting closer, more and more individuals are working hard to make sure all citizens get a fair chance to vote. This year, citizens have alternate ways to cast their ballots....

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Celebrating Hispanic cultures. South Forsyth students and teachers honor their Hispanic peers during Hispanic Heritage Week. Faculty and students had the opportunity to participate in multiple events and presentations.

SFHS celebrates the Hispanic Heritage

Shree Delwadia, Maggie Craig, Carmel Yonas, and Naisha Roy November 9, 2020

This year, the month of October is dedicated to celebrating Hispanic Heritage. Hispanic Heritage Month commemorates the cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Throughout the month, many organizations...

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