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The Spartan Speaks

Jade Abed and Payton Litz hold up 2024 using their hands!

Saving the Best for Last: What OHS Seniors are Planning for Semester 2

Bria Johnson, Visuals Editor January 31, 2024

As the seniors at Orono High School enter their final semester, a mix of emotions fills the air: anticipation, nostalgia, and a touch of apprehension. This moment marks the end of their high school journey...

Marianne Williamson (left), Write-In Joe Biden (middle), Dean Phillips (right)

The New Hampshire Primaries: Paving the Path to the White House

Ethan Weiss, Social Media Editor January 25, 2024

The New Hampshire primary results for the 2024 election are in. Let’s take a look: The Republican Side: Former president Donald Trump won the Republican primary in New Hampshire on Tuesday with 54.4%...

Empowering Tomorrows Business Leaders: Unveiling the Orono High School Business Club

Empowering Tomorrow’s Business Leaders: Unveiling the Orono High School Business Club

Bria Johnson, Visuals Editor January 24, 2024

The Orono High School Business Club is a shining example of creativity and entrepreneurship within the school community. In a society where developing business skills is becoming increasingly important,...

Start off the new year with this January crossword!

January 2024 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief January 18, 2024
Start off the new year with this January crossword!
Iowa Caucuses Lead the Way for the Republican Nomination

Iowa Caucuses Lead the Way for the Republican Nomination

Ethan Weiss, Social Media Editor January 17, 2024

Former president Donald Trump won a landslide victory in the Republican Iowa Caucuses on Monday. Trump won 51% of the vote, while Florida governor Ron DeSantis won 21.2%, former United Nations Ambassador...

This years drama one-act play has been written by a student. Read further to learn more.

Orono Student Writes Play to be Performed

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief January 16, 2024

This Friday, the Drama Department is excited to put on a student-written play. The Orono High School Theater Department has three performances every year: a fall musical, a competitive one-act play...

This is the schedule for the 2024 Live Unified Week.

Live Unified Week 2024 Schedule

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief January 7, 2024

This week at Orono is Live Unified Week! Live Unified Week is an annual school tradition that focuses on positivity and inclusivity and is run by the OHS Unified Club. Throughout the week there will...

Social Media Editor Ethan Weiss holding an old edition of the Spartan Speaks

The Spartan Speaks: The History of Orono’s Cherished Newspaper

Ethan Weiss and John Eberhardt January 1, 2024

Did you know that Orono’s student newspaper, The Spartan Speaks, has been around since 1952? That’s right, back then The Spartan Speaks was called The Oracle, a physical paper issued twice weekly....

A snowboarder soars above the terrain park at Hyland Hills Ski/Snowboard Area

Students Manage Their Time Between School and Skiing/Snowboarding

Connor Murphy, Staff Reporter December 17, 2023

With snowboarding and skiing season starting up, students who partake have an additional activity that makes time management more difficult. “I go skiing after school and get back around 8 doing...

December 2023 Crossword

December 2023 Crossword

Ethan Weiss, Social Media Editor December 13, 2023

Play this month’s interactive crossword filled with winter-themed words. 

A look at the positive messages on the back of the You Matter sweatshirts being sold by Senate.

“You Matter Week” Set to Raise Spirits Before Winter Break

Lily Munsch, Staff Writer December 8, 2023

The Student Senate is eager to promote the message of “You Matter” next week at OHS. With cozy dress-up days, a guest speaker, and school-wide events, they plan on raising awareness for mental health...

Orono Girls Hockey Coaching Staff

Orono Welcomes New Girls Varsity Hockey Head Coach

Natalie Widen and Brooke Rose December 6, 2023

The Orono Girls Hockey team welcomes new head coach Paul Antonenko. He has joined to kick off the new 2024 season with Orono. The Orono community, as well as players and families, are looking forward to...

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