The reasons for student drop outs varies widely, but with some more preventable than others, it is frustrating that almost 7,000 high school students drop out per day according to Do Something.
Students...
It is proven that smiles are contagious and that performing random acts of kindness increase the happiness of all involved. At OHS, “Pass on the Kindness” cards were created in hopes of spreading...
The definition of respect, as defined by Merriam Webster, is a feeling/understanding that someone or something is important and should be treated in an appropriate way. Respect at Orono has been an issue...
With post election hate surging and school stress higher than average, a multitude of emotions can be experienced. It is possible that among these emotions, we are missing one key feeling: happiness.
It...
In today’s society there is a lot of negativity flying around. It was once said, you don’t know someone’s story until you walk a mile in their shoes. That is nothing but the truth. Do not judge...
Social support system refers to a network of people-friends, family, and peers-that we can turn to for emotional and practical support, according to University at Buffalo. A solid reliable friendship can...
Bullying has become an unfortunate social norm that many teens have come to accept as their own reality. Now is the time when people need to become more aware of how to spot a bully and how to combat one....
Positivity can be a powerful force. It can be infectious to others around you. With this state of mind, you can influence yourself and others to achieve great things. Everyone, from people being...
The freshman prepare themselves in every way possible. They have double checked their school supplies, and have had their first day of school outfit planned for weeks. The first day of school is already...
With Halloween sneaking up, it only seems fitting that clown hysteria has gripped the nation. In the halls of Orono High School alone, offhand references to “The Clowns” can be heard on a regular basis....
It finally happened. What has been 22 years in the making all came true during The Oscars this year for the one and only, Leonardo DiCaprio. It might have come to a surprise to some, but to Leo it seemed...
Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
• April 13, 2016
Every year or so there seems to be a new trend regarding how to change your figure quicker and easier. The most recent way: waist training. Recently, many major celebrities, like the Kardashians, have...
