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The Spartan Speaks

The Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks

Students find stress in part-time jobs

Nicole Quast, Sports Editor November 26, 2013

High school is a time for students to start preparing for college academically, mentally, and financially. Having a part-time job in high school can have both positive and negative effects on students....

Sophomore Jack Ellis edits his company website for Jack Ellis Photography. Photo/ Maddie Mayhew

Students take on part-time jobs

May 1, 2013

Summer is approaching (despite what the weather may show), and that means summer jobs are opening up for students everywhere. Student jobs are an important tool for teaching time management and responsibility. Kayla...

Teachers put in extra work outside of school

Teachers put in extra work outside of school

January 24, 2013

Teachers work 1,097 hours at school on average, according to The Wall Street Journal. This number is accumulated over the 36 weeks school is in session. The number above only accounts for the time...

Jobs help students prepare fo their future

December 7, 2011

“A job can teach students about commitment, time management and responsibility- and, of course, handling money,” said a representative from College Board. “In most cases they can acquire a nice dose...

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