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The Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks

The Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks

Schools preventing creativity

Zach Wagner, Graphic Designer March 17, 2015

Despite the US’s growing emphasis on standardized testing, required course studies and accountability in the educational system, US students still seem to be gradually falling behind other countries...

Mr. Williams gets his triennial haircut!

Mr. Williams gets his triennial haircut!

Zach Wagner Lund, Graphics Designer April 28, 2014

Occurring only once every three years, Mr. William’s triennial haircut is a must see for students and staff members. Having gone for no small-scale haircut and opting for the clean-shaven look, Williams...

Custodians: the backbone of OHS

Zach Wagner Lund, Graphic Designer April 28, 2014

At Orono High School, “nobody really receives the full appreciation they deserve,” principal Dave Benson said, “but we have days like secretary day and teacher appreciation day, but we don’t have...

Answer sheets and test books for the MCA-II tests given to students in Minnesota.

MCAs used as primary evaluation measurements for schools

Zach Wagner, Graphic Designer November 26, 2013

The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) are the tests used by the state of Minnesota to meet the requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act. They are used to determine how school districts compare...

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