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Private schools recruit student athletes

November 20, 2012

Throughout Minnesota, private schools are attracting athletes from all over. “The high school says, wherever you start ninth grade is where your eligibility begins,” said Bucky Mieras, OHS Athletic...

Extracurriculars benefit students mentally and physically

Extracurriculars benefit students mentally and physically

November 20, 2012

Disregarding the added time and stress, extracurricular activities are a significant factor in student development throughout high school. Students who involve themselves are more likely to be responsible,...

Orono Ski Team brings ski community together

November 8, 2012

Saturday November 3rd was a big night for all of the twin cities. Big time conecert’s, going on at multiple high volume venues all for a much cheaper price than previously charged for these bands. But...

Long Lake Rowing Club has success at Head of Charles Regatta

Long Lake Rowing Club has success at Head of Charles Regatta

November 6, 2012

Six OHS students represented the Long Lake Rowing Club at the Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, MA on October 21.  Along with OHS students, seniors Adam Bergh, Erin Briggs and Will Thompson,...

Jeff Weiland: “The…best thing is coaching.”

November 4, 2012

For the past ten years Jeff Weiland has been the head coach for the Orono Spartans varsity football team. He has also taught American Government to the entire freshmen class. Teaching and coaching go hand...

Junior and senior girls participate in the annual powderpuff game

October 23, 2012

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Orono Girls Soccer vs. Breck School; September 22, 2012

October 17, 2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91Emeuckk28&feature=youtu.bev Allie Hirschberg is the Business and Advertising Editor for The Spartan Speaks.

The varsity squad looks on as the offense goes for 3rd and 5

Photo/ Woody Hust

Football team comes back with confidence

October 16, 2012

With the 2012 football season underway, the formerly disappointed team has high hopes for the outcome of this year. “We are stronger than last year because we trained harder, so expect us to go far,”...

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Remembering the life of Colton Gleason

September 26, 2012

The Orono community is mourning the loss of 2010 Orono High School graduate Colton Gleason, who died Friday, Sept. 21, following injuries to the head that he suffered after an assault that took place within...

Spartan Sports and Events Schedule for the weekend of Sept. 7-9

Spartan Sports and Events Schedule for the weekend of Sept. 7-9

September 7, 2012

Friday: 4:00: Girls Tennis, Vars. Match VS. Providence @Orono Tennis courts Girls Tennis, JV match VS. Providence @Providence 7:00 Boys Football Vars. VS Dassel-Cokato @Orono Stadium 9:00-11:00 Back...

Orono boys lacrosse vs. Simley

May 24, 2012

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Spring Sports 2012

May 23, 2012

Orono High School participates in several spring sports including baseball, track, golf, rugby, lacrosse, and softball. While baseball may be considered the American pastime, at Orono High School baseball...

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