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Spartan News, Episode 16

January 26, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ur7ACDZEyI

Courtesy of Ruby Anderson

Vote on the MSG2TEENS Driving Safety Contest Winner!

Sophia Jiang and Anvika Annyapu January 14, 2023

Vote once a day for your fellow Spartans for the best MSG2TEENS Driving Safety Contest video! Two VPM teams both made videos that you can vote for every day from all email accounts! Team 1 consists...

Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving Recipes

Hayat Brahmer, Student Life Editor November 13, 2022

When it comes to cooking Thanksgiving dinner, there are many preferences, allergies, and opinions to factor in. Something that can be an enjoyable experience can turn into something stressful and filled...

How is Dia de Los Muertos celebrated?

Jian Wang October 16, 2022

Although many may recognize the name “Dia de Los Muertos”, it is unlikely that many who recognize it are able to describe what it celebrates. Contrary to what many believe, the Day of the Dead is not...

The dangerous energy crisis facing the EU

The dangerous energy crisis facing the EU

Anvika Annyapu and Vince Kim October 16, 2022

Europe is once again preparing to battle an energy crisis, facing dangerous risks of gas shortages as Russia plans to halt all gas supplies to Europe this winter. This comes after suspicious leaks were...

Stay in Tune with a Plethora of International Violin Competitions

Ava Kenney, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 12, 2022

We are amidst a prime seasons for major International Violin Competitions, where young rising-virtuoso musicians travel from all over the world to compete for generous prizes, instrument loans, and...

A Review of ‘Don’t Worry Darling’

A Review of ‘Don’t Worry Darling’

Sophia Phair October 9, 2022

Is Don’t Worry Darling a remarkable film or are you just a Harry Styles Fan? Director Olivia Wilde’s second film Don’t Worry Darling features Florence Pugh (Alice Chambers), Harry Styles (Jack...

Inflation Reduction Act Represents Substantial Efforts to Reduce Climate Change

Inflation Reduction Act Represents Substantial Efforts to Reduce Climate Change

Jonathan Buscher August 25, 2022

After over a year of effort from Senate Democrats, the Inflation Reduction Act has finally been passed along partisan lines in both the Senate and House of Representatives. Following a deal between Democratic...

Most Efficient Back to School Supplies

Most Efficient Back to School Supplies

Hayat Brahmer, Student Life August 25, 2022

Back to school means back to school shopping, and the question of what do you need and where do you get it?  First is the decision of where to buy your supplies. Target has a good back to school section,...

Fall Sports Summer Update

Fall Sports Summer Update

Hayat Brahmer, Student Life August 25, 2022

Even though summer is coming to an end, and school is just around the corner, there are still things to look forward to. Fall sports are starting up again. Sports such as, Girls Tennis, Cross Country,...

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