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Annalisa Tedlund “Tessa Canuck”, Acrylic
Students Compete in Congressional Art Competition
A Googler user is prompted to sign in to Chrome.
OHS Password Change Begins Today—Here’s What to Know
The 2025 Prom theme was revealed today during lunch.
The 2025 Prom Theme Is Finally Here—And It’s Not What You Expected
OHS students participate in the polar plunge.
Unified Club Hosts Polar Plunge to Promote Inclusion
The Student Senate is hosting a blood drive on Monday in support of Orono third grader Weston.
Student Senate to Host Blood Drive in Support of Orono Third Grader
A storm rages above the trees.
Outdoor Sporting Events Cancelled Due to Severe Weather
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison getting drafted in 2023 as the 23rd pick of the first round.
2025 NFL Draft: The Lifeline for a Vikings Dynasty?
Distance Track Team gearing up for a winter run.
Long-Distance Track Team Prepares For Upcoming Season
Nolan Groves jumps for a lay-up.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball State Quarterfinals vs DeLaSalle
Mitchell Kauch rushes to rushes to the basket.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
Parker Burckhardt catches the ball.
State Semifinals Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs Totino Grace
The Orono Spartans line up against Mound.
Photo Gallery: Orono vs Mound Football Game
#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
Nolan Groves jumps for a lay-up.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball State Quarterfinals vs DeLaSalle
Mitchell Kauch rushes to rushes to the basket.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
Nolan Groves goes for a dunk.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Semifinals vs Richfield
--- ducks under his opponents stick in a battle for the puck.
Photo Gallery: Boys Hockey State Semifinals vs St. Cloud Cathedral
The girls cheer on their teammates.
Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
A storm rages above the trees.
Outdoor Sporting Events Cancelled Due to Severe Weather
Distance Track Team gearing up for a winter run.
Long-Distance Track Team Prepares For Upcoming Season
(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
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison getting drafted in 2023 as the 23rd pick of the first round.
2025 NFL Draft: The Lifeline for a Vikings Dynasty?
#8 Rams linebacker Jared Verse tries to grab the football following a fumble from #14 Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold.
Vikings Eliminated in Devastating Playoff Loss Against Rams
Detroit defensive lineman Al-Quadin Muhammad (69) sacks Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14).
Vikings Suffer Week 18 Loss, Look Forward Towards Playoffs
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
Vikings running back Aaron Jones running into the end zone for a touchdown.
Vikings Lose in Week 7 Heartbreaker Against Lions
The Orono parking lot near the front entrance
Ditching Parking Spots and Rocking Parking Lots: Students React to New Parking Policy
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Spring Break 2025
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Spring Break 2025
The Calvin Church where SPARKS occurs.
Inspire, Educate, Lead: Make a Lasting Impact With SPARKS Mentorship Program
OHS students can choose between Spanish, German, and Chinese for world languages.
Which Language Class?
Junior Reece Herrera working on homework
Homework: is it Necessary?
A person holds a phone with TikTok opened on it.
An End to the Trend: Why a TikTok Ban Would be Devastating
Students write essays in AP Seminar.
AP Research Should Count as an English Credit. Here’s Why
The OHS Media Center is a great place to study--but how many students can access it?
Unlocking the Media Center: A Space for all Students
The Orono senior parking lot
Parking Perils at Orono: Let’s Number Those Spots!
Letter to the Editor: Orono Should Not Purchase New Computers
Letter to the Editor: Orono Should Not Purchase New Computers
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison getting drafted in 2023 as the 23rd pick of the first round.
2025 NFL Draft: The Lifeline for a Vikings Dynasty?
Timothée Chalamet plays Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown."
Run To Movies Now and Watch Bob Dylan Biopic: “A Complete Unknown”
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
Acrylic. “Replacing what was Stolen”
Photo Gallery: Orono Entries in Congressional Art Competition
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Spring Break 2025
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Spring Break 2025
Spring Break 2025 Crossword
Spring Break 2025 Crossword
Nolan Groves jumps for a lay-up.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball State Quarterfinals vs DeLaSalle
Mitchell Kauch rushes to rushes to the basket.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
Acrylic. “Replacing what was Stolen”
Photo Gallery: Orono Entries in Congressional Art Competition
Nolan Groves jumps for a lay-up.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball State Quarterfinals vs DeLaSalle
Mitchell Kauch rushes to rushes to the basket.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
Nolan Groves goes for a dunk.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Semifinals vs Richfield
--- ducks under his opponents stick in a battle for the puck.
Photo Gallery: Boys Hockey State Semifinals vs St. Cloud Cathedral
Test your skills in this April-themed word search.
April 2025 Word Search
Spring Break 2025 Crossword
Spring Break 2025 Crossword
Test your skills in this March-themed word search!
March 2025 Word Search
A Winterfest poster
Winterfest 2025 Crossword
Test your skills in this Valentine's Day-themed word search!
Valentine’s Day 2025 Word Search
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Academic Awards Night

Academic Awards Night

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
May 25, 2017

Advice to Incoming OHS Freshman

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
May 25, 2017
OHS ranked No. 2 in state by U.S. News

OHS ranked No. 2 in state by U.S. News

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
May 24, 2017
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[Photo] Locker Room Break In

Grace Reiners, Visuals Editor
May 9, 2017

A Growing Battle: Online vs. Retail Stores

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
May 2, 2017

John Mayer Concert 2017

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
April 20, 2017
Senior captain, Grace Leslie in action.

Track Off to a Running Start

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
April 4, 2017
Sculpt Yoga on Trend for OHS Students

Sculpt Yoga on Trend for OHS Students

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
March 3, 2017
Amanda takes pictures after the show with the cast of Hamilton

Travel Plans for the Holidays

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
January 18, 2017
The futuristic movie Passengers directed by Morten Tyldum

Passengers: A Must See Movie

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
January 4, 2017
Crosbie and Carter Francis with their sister Marit at the 2016 St. Jude Red Carpet for Hope Teen Gala

St. Jude Red Carpet for Hope Teen Gala

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
January 4, 2017
Claire Suchy playing for Orono Girl’s Hockey.

Claire Suchy

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
December 1, 2016
The first Conspiracy Theory meeting, held in Haislet's room.

New Conspiracy Theory Club

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
November 30, 2016
“Pass on the Kindness” notecards that were distributed throughout the high school.

Passing on the Kindness

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
November 21, 2016
Brittany Kado-Spears uploaded her own picture with the Vote YES sticker

The New Orono 2016 Referendum

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
November 8, 2016
The rock outside of Orono High School in dedication to Drake Shaver.

Gagne Begins Movement to Stop the Stigma

Maddie Marquis, Features Editor
October 31, 2016
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