SHS Prepares for Spirit Week
Spirit week is almost upon us. Here are the themes for each day: Monday is ‘Murica Day where students can show off their patriotism by...


QOTW: Week of Respect
10/5-10/9: "What is one of the kindest things someone has done for you?" Since the passing of the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act...
Cheerios or Cheeri-NO's?
This week, Cheerios has been recalling 1.8 million boxes of cereal that they originally deemed as “gluten-free”. These boxes were...


Ten Things You Would Only Know If You Had Mr. Merrill For A Teacher
Whether you had Mr. Merrill for Honors World History or AP Art History, the following is a list of classic "Merrill-isms" that we, as...
Preparations Underway for 2015 Homecoming Dance
Out of the many events of the fall season here at Sparta High School, the homecoming dance is one of the most important and fun in the...


QOTW: Advice for Freshmen
9/28-10/2: “If you could give advice to your freshman self (or a current freshman), what would you say?” Freshmen, take notes. I’m sure...
The Oracle's New Mission: Going Digital
The new staff of Sparta High School's newspaper, The Oracle, has decided to take their articles to a new level: digital. Maddie Cuan, the...


Why Don't You Just GOOGLE It?
While Google has been around for quite a long time, it seems that now, it is at the center of the Sparta High School universe. Google...
5 Books to Read Before You See Them on the Big Screen
I’m a big believer that in order for a movie to be seen, the book has to be read first. So much so, that if you don't comply with this...
FACULTY INTERVIEWS: New Positions with New Perspectives
Sitting down with Sparta High School's new principal, Mrs. Ferraro answers a few questions: Q. What is your vision for SHS? A. To...