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The Spartan Speaks
The back of a You Matter sweatshirt.
Guide to You Matter Week 2024
This is Brian Thompson the victim of this crime.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Slain in NYC
A new smart board displays the day's agenda.
New Technology Benefits Orono Students and Teachers
A poster for Anastasia the Musical
A Royal Mystery Takes Place on Stage: OHS Theater Presents ‘Anastasia’ the Musical
This map shows which Minnesota counties voted for Donald Trump (red) in the presidential election and for Kamala Harris (blue). The darker the color, the greater the percentage of people in those counties voted for the candidate.
Election ’24: Key Races, Shifts in Power, and Historic Outcomes
Live Updates: Election Night 2024
Live Updates: Election Night 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
Parker Burckhardt catches the ball.
State Semifinals Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs Totino Grace
Head Coach Hall gives instructions to his team before their first game for the season.
Orono Boys Hockey Team Gears Up for Exciting Season Ahead
Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt discuss a game.
Tom Brady’s New Role as Broadcaster Splits Opinions
Sam Darnold on the field after getting sacked, resulting in a safety on Sunday, October 27th.
Vikings Fall to 5-2 in Week 8 Loss
Parker Burckhardt catches the ball.
State Semifinals Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs Totino Grace
#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
Head Coach Hall gives instructions to his team before their first game for the season.
Orono Boys Hockey Team Gears Up for Exciting Season Ahead
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
(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
The Dell Chromebook 3100
How Should OHS Invest More Towards Student Laptops?
Students parked in the high school parking lot
Juniors Take Over the Senior Lot
Robotics team members (pictured right to left) John Eberhardt, Adam Haislet, Hudson Reed, and Alex Peterson pose in front of their newly completed bridge after a practice competition.
Robotics Team Rises to Action
A Tech Buddies poster hangs on a locker.
Tech Buddies Empowers Orono Community
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: The Dell R630 Proves its Value
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
Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt discuss a game.
Tom Brady’s New Role as Broadcaster Splits Opinions
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: The Dell R630 Proves its Value
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?
Should We Colonize Mars?
Should We Colonize Mars?
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
The Official Student News Site of Orono High School

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

The Spartan Speaks
All content by Brooklyn Elsenpeter
With tuition on the rise, how much are students willing to pay for higher education?

The Cost of College

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
May 8, 2023
WGA writers go on strike in New York City on May 2, 2023.

The WGA Goes on Strike: What Does This Mean for Television?

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
May 8, 2023
OHS Presents...Steel Magnolias for the Spring play! Shows are April 27th-29th, tickets are on sale now!

OHS Spring Play: Steel Magnolias

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
April 24, 2023
Streaming services and subscriptions are on the rise, how much are consumers willing to pay?

The Age of Streaming Services and Subscriptions

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
March 21, 2023
The Orono Dance Team makes history at State!

Orono Dance Team Makes History

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
March 13, 2023
From book banning to changing curriculum, political influence in the US education system has occurred since the mid 1600’s.

Politics and the US Education System

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
February 27, 2023
"Where the Crawdads Sing" is a 2018 murder mystery that has captured readers and views alike.

Where the Crawdads Sing: the book and the movie

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2023
Following the midterm election results this past November, Minnesota’s new and re-elected officials begin their terms.

The Impact of the Midterms in Minnesota

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
January 18, 2023
As protests spread across China in response to their government's "zero-Covid" policy, protesters hold blank sheets of paper over their faces; symbolizing China's extreme censorship.

Protests Erupt in China in Wake of Deadly Fire and “zero-Covid” Policy

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
December 12, 2022
This past year, consumers have continuously seen prices increase; but are these prices due to inflation or price gouging-or both?

Are Consumers Witnessing Inflation or Price Gouging-or Both?

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
November 18, 2022
UK Prime Minister Liz Truss (left) resigns, and Rishi Sunak (right) is appointed prime minister.

Rishi Sunak becomes UK prime minister following Liz Truss’ resignation

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
October 25, 2022
New terminology regarding the grading system has been implemented this school year. Pictured is an example of the new terminology being used in the Language Department at OHS.

Updated Grading Terminology at OHS

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, Editor in Chief
October 18, 2022
The Collide Theatrical Dance Company's production of "Class of '85" portrays 8 high school students as they spend the day in detention; learning that they really aren't that different from one another.

Collide Theater: Class of ’85

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
May 9, 2022
The Minneapolis Institute of Art provides many aspects of art in all shapes and forms.

Minneapolis Institute of Art: Enriching the Lives of Students

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
April 11, 2022
SPARKS at Orono has helped connect students from elementary all the way to high school with working on their academics.

SPARKS: Igniting Passions in Young Students

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
April 8, 2022
The Orono Unified Club looks to spread inclusion through sports and events at the Orono High School.

[Video] The Backbone of the Orono Unified Club

March 17, 2022
The Minnesota Light Rail Transit's current and future transitways. Connecting residents within the Twin Cities and reaching outward into communities outside of the cities.

Light Rail Transit Speeding Up Transportation in the City

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
March 7, 2022
Retirees from left to right: Kyle Herring, David Herring, Lee Starr and Mary Bischoff (Barbara Ehalt not pictured)

School Board Meeting: February 14, 2022

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
February 27, 2022
Orono has specific protocols in place to help guide decisions on when to call a delayed start, early release or a snow day.

Snow Storm Protocol in place for Orono Schools

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
January 4, 2022
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Black Friday: Online vs. In-Person Shopping

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
November 29, 2021
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Letters of Love: Three Years Later

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor
November 9, 2021
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