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A Youth In Action display case with a "We Scare Hunger Food Drive" Box.
Annual We Scare Hunger Food Drive to Battle Local Food Insecurity
Mike Rockenfeller driving his Ford Mustang GT3.
Red Bull Thrills Minneapolis with High-Speed Show
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
The 2024 OHS Homecoming Court poses for a photo in the plaza.
Guide to Orono Homecoming Week 2024
Election '24
Who’s Running in 2024? A Preview of the Presidential Candidates
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Who is Independent Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?
Vikings running back Aaron Jones running into the end zone for a touchdown.
Vikings Lose in Week 7 Heartbreaker Against Lions
Minnesota Vikings defense stops New York Jets wide receiver Garret Wilson
Vikings Hold Off Jets in Week 5 Win
Orono football lines up against Providence Academy.
Orono Routs Providence 24-13 in Friday Night Showdown
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono football lines up against Providence Academy.
Orono Routs Providence 24-13 in Friday Night Showdown
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
Spartan Excellence: Recap of OHS Winter Sports Season 2024
Spartan Excellence: Recap of OHS Winter Sports Season 2024
Skiing, particularly of the alpine discipline, is an activity enjoyed by many
Hitting the Slopes: Nordic & Alpine Ski at OHS
Mya Moore shooting a free throw
With her 1,000th Point, Orono Basketball Star Reaches an Impressive Mya-stone
Orono Girls' Hockey Coaching Staff
Orono Welcomes New Girls Varsity Hockey Head Coach
(From left to right) Sindri Bonner, Taylor Walsh, Alivia Uselding, and Ryanne Andreen pose after winning their 4x800 race.
Making a Stride Into the 2024 OHS Track and Field Season
Mens and Womens Lacrosse Look Ahead to an Exciting Season
Mens and Womens Lacrosse Look Ahead to an Exciting Season
With winter sports coming to a successful end of their seasons, OHS can look forward to spring sports kicking off!
Spring Sports Spring into Action
The Boys' Tennis Team shakes hands with Wayzata after their section final win.
Orono Boys Tennis Wins Sections
A Tech Buddies poster hangs on a locker.
Tech Buddies Empowers Orono Community
OHS students party at the 2024 Homecoming dance.
OHS Creates Lasting Memories at the 2024 Homecoming Dance
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra Gives Parting Advice For Underclassmen
High school student uses generative AI in school.
The Role of Generative AI in Schools: A Double-Edged Sword
Sophomore Davis Kelly using a Dell Chromebook 3100 2 in 1.
OHS Must Invest More Towards Student Laptops
Letter to the Editor: We Should Talk About Epilepsy
Letter to the Editor: We Should Talk About Epilepsy
Two of Orono's many trash/recycling bins stand as more than just places to put garbage.
Cleaning Up Our Act
Tacos By the Bay: Lago Tacos Packs a Punch
Tacos By the Bay: Lago Tacos Packs a Punch
On Cloud shoes come in many sizes and styles, such as the CloudStratus 2 shown in this photo.
Do On Shoes Really Propel You Into the Clouds?
Read further to find a review of the famous Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey.
Classics Reviewed: Northanger Abbey
The Super Mario Bros. Movie released April 5th of this year!
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Jumps Into Theaters
Fall landscape.
October 2024 Word Search
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Senior senators lead the school in chants.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Pep Fest
The Official Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks
The Official Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks
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A Youth In Action display case with a "We Scare Hunger Food Drive" Box.
Annual We Scare Hunger Food Drive to Battle Local Food Insecurity
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • October 28, 2024

The annual We Scare Hunger Food Drive begins today. The food drive, organized by Orono Youth in Action will last throughout the week. All items will be donated to the Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) food shelf, WeCAN, and the Spartan Closet. The goal of the food drive is to combat food insecurity in the Orono community. Food insecurity...

Mike Rockenfeller driving his Ford Mustang GT3.
Red Bull Thrills Minneapolis with High-Speed Show
Ty Trok and Sebastian Pikula • September 27, 2024
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
Luke Hamer, News Editor • September 25, 2024
The 2024 OHS Homecoming Court poses for a photo in the plaza.
Guide to Orono Homecoming Week 2024
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • September 22, 2024
OHS students at home football game on Friday, September 13th. Theme is "Tackle Cancer" and "Pink Out"
OHS Starts School Year Off on Right Track; Adjusts to New Changes
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • September 17, 2024
A Variety of Viewpoints as Graduation Ceremony Approaches
A Variety of Viewpoints as Graduation Ceremony Approaches
Connor Murphy, Staff Writer • May 30, 2024
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Election '24
Election '24
Who's Running in 2024? A Preview of the Presidential Candidates
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • October 16, 2024
The 2024 presidential election is less than 20 days away. There are many candidates vying for the presidency including major party nominees Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, and third-party candidates Jill Stein, Chase Oliver, and Cornel West. Learn more about them by reading this article.
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Sports
Vikings running back Aaron Jones running into the end zone for a touchdown.
Vikings Lose in Week 7 Heartbreaker Against Lions
Jack Redding, Staff Writer • October 23, 2024

The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Detroit Lions in a close game; on Sunday October 20th, the final score was 31-29. Although Vikings fans might be sad about this loss, multiple sports analysts have said that the Lions are one of the best teams in the NFL. The offensive...

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October 2024 Word Search
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • October 18, 2024
Try out your skills in this October 2024 Word Search!
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Features
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Tech Buddies Empowers Orono Community
Ethan Weiss, Editor-In-Chief • October 22, 2024
Do you have a problem with your phone? Do you need help setting up your new computer? If so, then check out one of OHS’ new activities ...
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Opinions
High school student uses generative AI in school.
The Role of Generative AI in Schools: A Double-Edged Sword
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • October 14, 2024

Generative AI is rapidly becoming a transformative tool in education, with the potential to reshape how students learn and how teachers teach....

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