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The Spartan Speaks

The Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks

Vaping illustration by junior Hannah Johnson, demonstrating a student vaping the the restroom; oblivious to the sign that reads Health concerns linked to vaping.

Eat a Mango, Don’t Vape One

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief November 3, 2019

Kenzie Taylor Editor in Chief Vaping is the use of electronic cigarettes; an array of hand-held devices that simulate smoking tobacco. It’s caused a rapidly growing epidemic throughout high schools...

Advice for boys: how to get the girl

March 15, 2013

Boys: this one’s for you. Are you having a hard time with the ladies? Have you ever wondered “what am I doing wrong?” Not to worry! After speaking with some of Orono’s most eligible, we’ve concocted...

Balancing Life: the burden of AP classes

Balancing Life: the burden of AP classes

April 25, 2012

Last year, 253 students took Advanced Placement (AP) tests at Orono High School. However, the number of AP tests administered at Orono last year was 494; many students who are taking AP classes are taking...

No one can escape responsibility

February 16, 2012

As teenagers, we are evaluated by our morals, actions and mental accountability. In other words, our responsibility determines how other people perceive us. Now, to some of you, this might seem like an...

Taylor Werdel

Get smart and take charge of your credit card knowledge

January 26, 2012

In the Orono School District it is not an uncommon occurrence for a student to find themselves in possession of their parent’s credit card. Whether it’s used to buy a caramel cooler at Caribou, a pizza...

Editorial: OHS students deserve open campus lunch option

October 27, 2011

At Orono High School, the topic of open campus lunch has been thoroughly debated over the years, and this year is no exception. With the seniors and juniors gaining more responsibility and even some sophomores...

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