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The Spartan Speaks

The student news site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks

The student news site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks

Joseph Mariani

Joseph Mariani, Opinions Editor

Hi, my name is Joseph Mariani, I am a junior, and this is my second year writing for The Spartan Speaks. I am excited to report on school events, especially clubs and sports, and make a few crosswords too. I like to play hockey, football, and golf, and I enjoy participating in debate and quizbowl as well.

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Continue reading to learn about the Orono Math Team, its recent success, and the great opportunity it gives to math lovers.

Orono Math Team Goes to State

Joseph Mariani, Opinions Editor
March 14, 2023
Interested in books involving pirates and adventure? Well, then Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson might be perfect for you!

Classics Reviewed: Treasure Island

Joseph Mariani, Opinions Editor
February 28, 2023
Read below to learn about the long and intriguing history of Valentines Day!

A History of Valentine’s Day

Joseph Mariani, Opinions Editor
February 13, 2023
SPARKS is an amazing local tutoring and mentoring program for young Orono students. Read below to learn more!

SPARKS In Need of More Members

Joseph Mariani, Opinions Editor
February 8, 2023
Check out the schedule below to see the events that will be taking place during the 2023 Orono Winterfest!

Guide to Orono Winterfest Week 2023

Joseph Mariani, Opinions Editor
February 3, 2023
Come and play this fun and interactive Valentines Day crossword puzzle!

Valentine’s Day 2023 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
January 23, 2023
Come and play this fun holiday season crossword!

Holiday Season 2022 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
December 7, 2022
Try out our interactive crossword puzzle for the month of November!

November 2022 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2022
The town of Orono has a long and fascinating history. Read further to learn more!

The History of Orono, Minnesota

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2022
Halloween 2022 Crossword

Halloween 2022 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2022
Orono students march in the Homecoming parade on Old Crystal Bay Rd.

Guide to Orono Homecoming Week 2022

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
September 23, 2022
While the Emirati metropolis may appear as beautiful as the emerald city, corruption and worker abuse are rife within. Read more to learn the truth about what is going on in Dubai.

Dubai: A Gilded Prison

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
June 6, 2022
Take a look at Orono students summer plans with this fun word cloud!

Students’ Summer Plans

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
June 1, 2022
Orono May Crossword 2022

Orono May Crossword 2022

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2022
Because of the recent Ukrainian conflict, support for Finland and Sweden to join NATO has increased massively; read further to learn more.

Finland and Sweden to Join NATO

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2022
The history of St. Patricks Day is not well-known, read more about how it originated.

A History of St. Patrick’s Day

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
March 15, 2022
The King’s Man: Reviewed

The King’s Man: Reviewed

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
March 7, 2022
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Orono 2021 Thanksgiving Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter
November 29, 2021
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