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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 new smart board displays the day's agenda.
The New and Rising Technology at Orono
A poster for Anastasia the Musical
A Royal Mystery Takes Place on Stage: OHS Theater Presents ‘Anastasia’ the Musical
Students on the Spanish trip in 2023 pose in Santiago, Chile.
Spanish Trip Offers Lessons Beyond the Classroom
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
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
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
Zoe Lopez performs a goal kick
Photo Gallery: Orono Girls Soccer vs Holy Angels.
Vikings running back Aaron Jones running into the end zone for a touchdown.
Vikings Lose in Week 7 Heartbreaker Against Lions
#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
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
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
Orono Girls' Hockey Coaching Staff
Orono Welcomes New Girls Varsity Hockey Head Coach
(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
A Tech Buddies poster hangs on a locker.
Tech Buddies Empowers Orono Community
OHS students party at the 2024 Homecoming dance.
OHS Creates Lasting Memories at the 2024 Homecoming Dance
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra Gives Parting Advice For Underclassmen
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
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Jake Anderson Senior Symposium (Photos)

Julia Spacek, Copy Chief
June 4, 2015

Behind the Scenes of The Spartan Speaks

Julia Spacek, Copy Chief
May 10, 2015

ACT Testing for Juniors in School

Julia Spacek, Copy Chief
April 29, 2015
Girls Basketball Undefeated Halfway Through Season

Girls Basketball Undefeated Halfway Through Season

Julia Spacek, Copy Cheif
January 18, 2015
Online learning turns snow days into learning days in other MN districts

Online learning turns snow days into learning days in other MN districts

Julia Spacek, Copy Chief
December 16, 2014
Katie and Zach at blood drive

[Photo] Annual blood drive a success

Katie Berrell, Editor in Chief - Print
November 17, 2014
The Minnesota Wild are ready for a challenging NHL season.

2014-2015 NHL Hockey Season Is in Full Swing

Julia Spacek, Copy Chief
October 20, 2014

Technology Policy

Julia Spacek, Copy Chief
September 22, 2014

[Video] Vending machine changes

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
September 17, 2014
Graduation

Graduation

Julia Spacek, News Editor
June 4, 2014

Prom Fashion Show

Julia Spacek, Layout Staff
April 2, 2014
After the spring snowfall, at Orono High School

Another snowfall right before the first day of spring

Julia Spacek, News Editor
March 20, 2014

Wrestling season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Boys Swim and Dive season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Nordic Skiing season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Girls Hockey season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Boys Hockey season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Gymnastics season wrap up

Julia Spacek and Jack Ellis
March 19, 2014

Dance Team season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Boys Basketball season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Girls Basketball season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 19, 2014

Alpine skiing season wrap up

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
March 18, 2014

Recent scams among cell phone users sparks alarm

Julia Spacek, Layout Staff
March 17, 2014

Seniors take advantage of block scheduling

Julia Spacek, Layout Staff
February 12, 2014

She has a need for speed: downhill

Julia Spacek, Layout Staff
January 13, 2014
Holidazzle parade in its last run

Holidazzle parade in its last run

Julia Spacek, Layout Staff
November 26, 2013

Gangster James ‘Whitey’ Bulger sentenced to the slammer

Jack Ellis and Julia Spacek
November 14, 2013
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