WINTER MUSIC AT SHS

 ORCHESTRA STUDENTS PERFORM IN WINTER CONCERT

By: Shea Harrison 

On December 7th, 2021, the Sparta High School Orchestra presented their annual winter concert. The Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestra (who were joined by a variety of brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments for a few songs) played a variety of fun and festive songs such as Radioactive, Sleigh Ride, Themes from the Nutcracker, and more.

 As always, the concert was conducted by wonderful music teacher Ms. Bach, along with Mrs. Lopez who played piano. The concert was a great way for students to share their musical abilities and hard work to friends and family and bring holiday cheer to Sparta High! There will be an upcoming choir concert on Wednesday December 22, 2021 at 7pm. Be sure to check it out! 

THE NEW GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET

 GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET RETURNS

By: Noelle Hanek

With the recent festive decorations and music galore, it is obvious that the holiday season is officially here complete with all the fun activities. One well-known event in Sparta is the German Christmas Market. Initially, it was held on Lake Mohawk in Sparta, NJ until last year when it was canceled because of Covid-19. Now, the German Christmas Market has returned and took place at the Sussex Fairgrounds from December 3rd to 5th. 

The market quickly filled up as the day went on, attracting people from all over Northern New Jersey! The vendor stands sold a variety of German foods, goods, and gifts. There were also craft stands located around the market. Some notable things included a Wood Carver who crafted beautiful and realistic sculptures, a miniature train world and a petting zoo. Imperfect Phil, a dog with a book series all about him, was also there to greet the visitors! Additionally, there were musicians and food trucks. 

The market is a beautiful, festive, and fun experience and was a great way to spend time with friends and family while getting a taste of German Christmas culture! If you missed it this year, it is definitely worth checking out at the next holiday season!

 

Image from www.facebook.com @GermanChristmasMarketofNJ 

WINTERFEST IS COMING

 FIND THE COURAGE PRESENTS WINTERFEST

By Hayley Lane 

On Wednesday, December 8th, Find the Courage hosted their annual 2021 Winterfest Volleyball Tournament! Find the Courage is a club made up of SHS seniors who exhibit positive attitudes and leadership. Seniors gathered in their staff shirts to host a fun and thrilling day of Volleyball with positions such as checking teams in, collecting money and donations, refereeing , and playing in games. 

All money and donations raised from the event will go to underprivileged children in Sussex County. SHS was able to raise $750 Wednesday with more money coming! 

Congratulations to our winning teams Blue Ballers, Bubble Guppies, Red Dragon, A.O.F, Cookies ‘n Cream, Practice Safe Sets, Shawty and more!! Semi-Finals will be taking place this Friday, December 10th, during lunch. Best of luck to everyone! 

SHS ACTOR SHARES FINAL THOUGHTS ON FALL PRODUCTION

 Fall Drama Actor Shares His Experience

By: Shea Harrison, Emma Muth, and Kavya Kamath

On November 19th, 20th, and 21st, Sparta High School students performed in the Fall Drama, Middletown, and showcased their incredible talent to the audience. The cast put a lot of hard work into the play, from the acting, to the stage crew work, to the set. However, to get the best idea of the play experience is to hear from one of our own actors. And so, below is an account from Shea Harrison, who played John Dodge, one of the main characters in the play:

“Middletown was seen as a weird play from day one. I think I can speak for the whole cast and crew when I say we didn’t know what to think of it at first. Even now after the show I can’t really say there is much of a plot. Most of the story is just people living their lives and the emotions that came with that. It also gets dark in a way I haven’t seen in a Sparta show.

I was cast as John Dodge, one of two characters who are named from the beginning. John tries to appear happy-go-lucky and joking on the outside, but it is easy to see that he has a lot of anxieties and parts of his life that make him contemplate (and eventually try to carry out) taking his own life. 

As I said the show was very interesting, and as we kept rehearsing the scenes, the subtle messages hidden in the things the characters say and do were revealed, and how a lot of it has a deeper meaning that relates to life in the real world. It’s a really interesting play like that.

Was it challenging to memorize a whole lot of lines? Sure it was! But even with our short time to prepare the show the cast and crew were able to pull it off and put on an amazing show.”

As one play comes to an end, another starts up! The fall drama ended but Sparta High thespians need not fret—this year’s musical is starting up!

On Monday, November 29th, there was an interest meeting about Newsies, the Spring Musical of 2022. The meeting’s sole purpose was to scope out interest in the show, and to detail information about the show such as audition dates, the rehearsal schedule, parts, and much more. The show dates are on March 4th, 5th, and 6th! We can’t wait to see you all there! 

SPARTAN FOOTBALL WRAP UP

 

Varsity Football Wrap-Up

By: Olivia Flanz

On Friday, November 19th, Sparta’s varsity football team wrapped up the season ending in a playoff away game against Cranford. While Sparta lost to Cranford in the playoff (45-21), let's not ignore the team’s great season with them being the number 1 team in their league. Within their games they won 8 out of the 13 games giving them a 61% winning rate this season. With that Sparta is currently ranked 42 in New Jersey for varsity football.

SHS STUDENTS SHARE LOVE OF LANGUAGE AT HMS

 SPARTA HIGH STUDENTS TEACH LANGUAGES AT HELEN MORGAN

By: Noelle Hanek

Throughout the school year, members of the French and German Honors society teach elementary students at Helen Morgan School. Each Monday after school, members volunteer to drive to Helen Morgan and teach the young children fun and engaging lessons in their language to help prepare them for middle school language classes. So far, the 5th graders were taught introductions, numbers, colors, body parts, and animals. The french sessions involved multiple fun activities for the children to learn. For instance, the class threw around a foam number dice block, and with every number it landed on, they had to say the number out loud in french. To help teach them colors, the class played eye-spy, and to learn animals, they played charades. 

These sessions will continue on until at least the end of January. Additionally, the two honor societies plan on instructing even younger kids further down the road. In fact, the next four sessions are going to be for the fourth graders! These sessions are both a great experience for the kids to get introduced to new languages, a wonderful life skill to have, and a great experience for the high schoolers to gain teaching experience. Any high school student who is considering joining the French or German honor society should definitely do so since fun activities such as this will be available!

Photo of Helen Morgan School, Sparta NJ

THANKSGIVING GRATITUDE

 WHAT IS THE ORACLE GRATEFUL FOR?

By Oracle Staff

With Thanksgiving Day just around the corner, it can easily be overwhelming preparing for the holiday, especially for those who are hosting! However, it is important to take a step back and remember why we are doing this in the first place: to reflect on what we are grateful for and to enjoy spending time with our close ones! In honor of this day of gratitude, a few Oracle members have shared what they are thankful for and their Thanksgiving traditions. 

Noelle is most grateful for her friends, family, cats, and her house. Each Thanksgiving, she stays home with her parents, brother, and grandmother were together, they eat lots of delicious food and spend time together. 

Hayley is thankful for her family and friends. She also appreciates how great her senior year has been so far, and she will be sad to leave everyone when the year is done. Each Thanksgiving she goes to her aunt’s house with her family where they have a huge dinner! Her favorites include chicken cutlets and mac and cheese. 

Olivia is thankful for her family, friends, and dogs. 

Mia is thankful for her best friends, her cat, and her job. Her favorite Thanksgiving tradition is making a trifle for her family. 

Emma is thankful for her friends and family and how amazing her senior year has been so far. Every year she goes to her aunt’s house to see all of her extended family. She loves eating butternut squash that her grandmother makes. 

Kavya is thankful for her mom, brother, friends, the future, and all of the opportunities and love in her life. 

Ms DeLuccia is grateful for her family, friends, her community,

Happy Thanksgiving from the Oracle!

Image by Sabrina_Ripke_Fotografie at pixabay.com 

SKI SWAP

 SPARTA SKI TEAM HOLDS ANNUAL SKI SWAP

By Kelly Groome

The Sparta Highschool Ski team held their 20th annual Ski Swap fundraiser on November 13th. The event was held at the Mohawk Avenue School from 8:30 am-1 pm. 

The swap featured a selection of new and used skis, ice skates, snowboards, ski boots, poles, snowboard boots, and more. The event was the perfect opportunity for the community to purchase more affordable ski equipment or to sell used gear. 

Customers had the option of selling their used equipment that they didn't use anymore or had outgrown. Contrary to the name, buyers didn’t have to actually “swap” any items to purchase products, and were allowed access to all gear. Admission was free for anyone arriving after 9:30 am and for early entry access, customers arrived at 8:30 am for a fee of $10 per family. 

The team is holding their first practice on December 1st and attending their ski weekend in Killington Vermont on December 12th!

Thanksgiving Around the World

 THANKSGIVING AROUND THE WORLD

By Hayley Lane 

When leaves are almost done falling, the morning air gets crisp and cold, and the last of everyone’s Halloween candy is eaten up, that can only mean one thing: Thanksgiving is coming! Thanksgiving may be treated as a less-significant holiday compared to Christmas, however, when it rolls around, the world is thankful to be around each other practicing different traditions and indulging in some tasty food! 

Today we will be taking you around the world to discover Thanksgiving traditions from five different countries!

The United States:

This one is probably the one you’re most familiar with! Most American families gather around the TV in the morning to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Foods like turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie are commonly served. It is also typical to go around the table and have each family member share something they are thankful for, and don’t forget Black Friday Shopping the following day! 

Germany:

Germany’s equivalent of Thanksgiving is called Erntedankfest, translating to “harvest festival of thanks.” It is a religious holiday that takes place on the first Sunday of October, where people get together to celebrate the good fortune their congregation received that year. Celebrants carry an Erntekrone, or a “harvest crown”, made of grains and flowers and eat chicken and roosters. 

Japan:

Japan’s version of Thanksgiving, Kinro Kasha no Hi, or “Labor Thanksgiving Day,” evolved from an ancient rice festival. It began in 1948 after the end of WWII to celebrate the rights of Japanese workers. It’s considered a national holiday, but none of the typical feasting takes place. Instead, citizens celebrate hard workers of the community, and children typically write cards to firefighters or policemen. 

Puerto Rico:

After Puerto Rico became a territory of the U.S., it adopted many of the typical American traditions such as Black Friday Shopping. However, Puerto Rico put their own twist on their feast. Their turkey is stuffed with mofongo, a plantain dish. Aside from turkey, they also serve pork, rice, and beans. 

Liberia:

Due to the spread of Christianity in Africa during the 1820s, Liberia celebrates Thanksgiving as a religious holiday. Churches auction baskets of local fruit after their services. Families feast on roast chicken and mashed cassavas. Live music and dance is also a large part of their thanksgiving tradition. 

Pruitt, Sarah. “8 Thanksgiving Celebrations around the World.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 22 Nov. 2016, https://www.history.com/news/8-thanksgiving-celebrations-around-the-world. 

SHS HONORS VETERANS

 Veterans Day Ceremony at Sparta High

By Kylie O’Neil 

Veterans day is about honoring everything our military personnel have done for our country. It is important to appreciate veterans and current members of the military, and thank them for their service. 

On Thursday, November 11th, Sparta High School held its own Veterans Day ceremony! Students had the chance to hear veteran’s stories of service from our school and the community. It was a great experience learning about the military and the veterans who attended. 

It was also wonderful to hear the band and choir perform during the ceremony. Additionally, Charlotte Rogoff, a senior at Sparta High School, spoke about her father’s service and her future plans to join the military at this event. This event served as a reminder that it is never too late to thank our nation's veterans! 

Image from picjumbo.com 

SHS FALL DRAMA OPENS THIS FRIDAY!

 Come See Middletown, the SHS Fall Drama 2021!

By Kavya Kamath

Are you looking for philosophical yet funny insight in the very nature of life? Maybe characters you pity yet root for, whose internal monologues and musings may reflect your own? If so, Middletown, the Sparta High’s 2021 Fall Drama is for you. Premiering on November 19th at 7pm, Middletown straddles the line between thought-provoking and laugh-inducing, exploring the universe of a small American town (and the universe at large) via a motley bunch of characters consciously and subconsciously looking for the meaning behind their humble existences. As they pursue this heavy task, the audience will watch their lives intersect in strange and poignant ways, reminding us how much we truly mean to each other.

The show will run thrice: first on Friday, November 19th, at 7pm, next on Saturday, November 20th, at 7pm, and finally on Sunday, November 21st, at 2pm. All showings will be at the SHS Auditorium, with doors opening half an hour before each show starts, and tickets available at the door ($12 for general admission, $10 for students or senior citizens).

The Drama Club has been working on this show for about a month and a half now, and despite the short timeline, inside sources say the production has come together beautifully.

Put together an evening with friends and come support the show! Drama Club can’t wait to see you.

Link to Flyer

SEASON OF GIVING

 SEASON OF GIVING- BLANKET FUNDRAISER INFO

By Olivia Flanz 

With Halloween over, the holiday seasons are around the corner. During this time it’s important to give back to the community so if you are interested donation opportunities are available already around the school.

A great example is that the Key Club is running a blanket drive for Wish Upon a Child! Wish Upon a Child is an organization that collects holiday gifts and then distributes them to children in the foster care system. We are already more than halfway to our goal of 40 blankets with 21 blankets so far! If you wish to donate brand new fleece or thicker blankets, they can be dropped off in room 415. This donation opportunity will be available until Thanksgiving break. 

Welcome Mr. Bushey!

 WELCOME TO SPARTA MR. BUSHEY!

By Noelle Hanek

Mr. Bushey is a new teacher here at Sparta. Learn more about him in the brief interview below!

Q: What subject(s) do you teach here at Sparta? 

A: “ I teach physical education and health.”

Q: Have you ever taught anywhere else before? 

A: “Yes, I started my teaching career at Sussex County Technical School for one year before getting a job at Sparta.”

Q: How are you liking the environment at Sparta so far? 

A: “I love the environment of Sparta. I grew up in Sparta and was a Sparta High School graduate. It has always been a dream of mine to come back and teach here, so I am very fortunate to have this opportunity.”

Q: What is your favorite part about being a teacher? 

A: “I think the best thing about being a teacher is meeting all different kinds of students. You learn a lot about different people’s views, hobbies, and other interests, and no two kids are exactly the same.”

Q: Is there anything else you would like the Spartan Community to know about you?

A: “I coach freshman football and varsity lacrosse, and Mrs. Chiappini is my inspiration.”

Thank you Mr. Bushey for your time and responses. It was great learning more about you, and we look forward to having you at our school! 

College and Career Fair

 COLLEGE & CAREER FAIR VISITS SPARTA

By Kylie O’Neil 

This past Wednesday, October 27th, Sparta High School held a college fair from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. There were over 75 college representatives present at tables throughout the gym and cafeteria. Some specific colleges included Penn State, University of Delaware, Monmouth University, Virginia Tech and Princeton University.  

Students had the opportunity to ask the representatives about their schools, allowing them to learn more about each one. Most colleges also provided packets and magazines to the students that held specific information about their school. They contained information such as SAT/ACT requirements, average class size, student-teacher ratios, majors and minors, and more. Certain colleges additionally provided upcoming tours dates for students to have the opportunity to experience the campus first hand. 

Most of the representatives were helpful in answering questions and providing information to help students make decisions, and plan for the future. Overall, the college fair was a fun and informative experience!

Image from: https://hs.brrsd.org/about/news-events/news-detail/~board/hs-school-counseling/post/coming-soon-brhs-on-campus-college-fair 

TROT IT OUT

 

TURKEY TROT 2021

Who is ready to TROT!!!

This year’s Krogh’s Turkey Trot will be held both in person and virtually on Thanksgiving morning, November 25. The Sparta Education Foundation sponsored this event for the past 15 years. What a great way to celebrate community and gratitude! Let’s run, walk, or trot to raise money for the grants that support our schools!

Register here to participate-

https://kroghsturkeytrot.com/race-info/

If you are interested in volunteering before or on race day-

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp5InFmfWY6U2goOWDL-w9fLtaDi3YTMNMYBzOKOmx1e-QNw/viewform?usp=pp_url

Rain Delay of Homecoming

 Homecoming is Postponed!

By The Oracle Staff 

On Saturday evening at 3:55 pm, the SHS Administration sent an email to all students stating that the Homecoming dance, taking place 2½ hours later that day, was cancelled. Unfortunately many students who had gotten their nails done, hair done, and went out to buy a dress were left with their money wasted. 

“‘I had gone out early that morning to get a dress,’” one student says. “‘I was about to get my hair done too, thank goodness I didn’t.’”

“They let us know so late and because of work I didn’t have time to get a dress. Luckily, a friend lent me one last minute but all that effort is to waste now,” said another student.

The delayed nature of the postponement was frustratin for the student body. Besides the inconvenience of getting ready to go to no dance, the homecoming dance represented a return of normalcy, especially for the juniors and seniors. It represented the fact that even though the last two years of high school—rife with cancellations and virtual everything else—were rail-roaded by covid*, we would still have some of those quintessential high-school rites of passage.

However, due to rain, the dance was postponed. Understandably, having a dance in the rain is not possible. While it is disappointing, and students and advisors were hopeful for a different outcome, Student Council is working to plan a future event for the students that will resemble the “normal” high school experience everyone is craving.

*The Oracle Staff stands in support of all covid-related safety measures the school has taken and advocates for compliance with state and federal covid guidelines.

JV Field Hockey

 Sparta Girls’ JV Field Hockey team ties 0-0 with Morris Hills

By Emilia Intorella

On Saturday, at 11:30 am, the Sparta girls’ JV field hockey team competed against Morris Hills. Family and friends from both towns all came to support the players. 

Starting the game off strong, Sparta prevented Morris Hills from scoring, ending the first quarter off at 0-0. Both teams had a minute break in between each quarter. As the second quarter started, the girls played very well. Even though Sparta had not yet scored, it was clear that they were not going to let Morris Hills score on them either. As in any sport, penalties were called, but that didn’t stop Sparta from playing their very best. Moving forward into the third quarter, the score still remained 0-0. Sparta continued to play tough and keep Morris Hills from letting the ball go into their goal. Sparta family and friends kept on supporting and cheering for our girls. As the fourth quarter began, the girls didn't give up and gave it their all. Ending with the fourth quarter the final score was tied at 0-0. It was a very well played game! 

DECA is on the Move!

 SHS DECA CLUB

UPCOMING EVENTS AND KRISPY KREME FUNDRAISER

October 15, 2021- By Kelly Groome 

The DECA club has returned ready for another school year! They kicked off the events for the year with a pumpkin carving contest for the DECA officers. The contest took place last Tuesday 10/19 during lunch and boasted some creative and on theme designs.

The designs were submitted to the DECA organization to compete against other members from around the country. 

The contest included 4 categories; the DECA-iest pumpkin, funniest pumpkin, most creative pumpkin, and spookiest pumpkin. The top three winning pumpkins in each category are to be announced on November 1st. 

The club is also currently selling Krispy Kreme Donuts to fundraise for their chapter! Enjoy a dozen of the delicious glazed donuts for only $10. Fundraising goes towards the costs of the regional, state, and national DECA competitions. To get more information about purchasing a box DM the club on Instagram @sparta_deca or ask any DECA members. Orders need to be in by 10/28 so make sure to reach out as soon as possible!

On November 16, DECA is set to host a volleyball tournament available to all students! The tournament will run from 6 p.m to 9 p.m. Each team can consist of 8 players so grab your friends and get ready for a fun night of competition! The cost per player is $10 and sign-up sheets should be going out soon. All proceeds will go towards the Cookies for Kids Fundraiser which raises money for childhood cancer research. 

HALLOWEEN IS COMING!

 ORACLE STAFF HALLOWEEN COSTUMES 

By Hayley Lane

With Halloween coming close, excitement is in the air as everyone decides what to dress up as, which movies to watch, and if they’re brave enough for the haunted houses and hayrides. Luckily, The Oracle’s Staff is fully festive and ready to share what they’re dressing up as this Halloween!

• Noelle Hanek is planning on being a Minecraft creeper! She’s a part of a group costume and the creeper seemed most suitable for her.

• Kavya Kamath is going to be Nick Wilde because it is “...arguably the best costume.” She also already bought the costume so there's no turning back! 

• Hayley Lane is keeping her costume a secret! But shhhhh she’ll give you a hint! She's a reality TV star. 

• Paige Mongon is dressing as a brown cow because she thinks they are really cute! She also thinks it will be easy to reuse the pieces for everyday wear. 

• Mia Jardine is either going to be a Minecraft skeleton or sheep! She is also a part of Noelle’s group costume. 

• Emma Muth is going to be a queen because “...she is one.” She is also excited about wearing a crown! 

• Emilia Intorella and Kylie O’Neil are going to be Shrek and Donkey because they are funny!

*Some quotes have been modified for clarity. 

SHS FALL DRAMA

 Make way for Middletown, Sparta High’s Fall Drama 2021!

By Kavya Kamath- October 22, 2021

Once again, the Sparta theatre program has proven that yes, that show will go on. After a month delay in approval, the members of the drama club were chomping at the bit to audition and start rehearsals and on September 30, that’s exactly what they did. Auditions were successfully held Thursday, September 30, and Friday, October 1, after school, and rehearsals began that next week. Sophomore Shea Harrison and junior Julia Kadar secured the lead roles as Mr. John Dodge and Mrs. Mary Swanson in Middletown, the Fall Drama show for 2021.

Middletown is a deeply moving and funny play exploring the universe of a small American town. As a friendship develops between longtime resident John Dodge and new arrival Mary Swanson, the lives of the inhabitants of Middletown intersect in strange and poignant ways in a journey that takes them from the local library to outer space and points between. Specifically, John Dodge is a jack-of-all-trades cynic with a want for friends and fulfillment that he can’t seem to find in Middletown, and Mary Swanson is a pregnant woman who moves to Middletown to start a family with her frequently absent husband. In addition, we also see the Mechanic, who is always down on his luck and often turning to substances in the name of escapism, played by freshman Katie Sheeran. All the Mechanic wants out of life is “to feel beautiful.” Senior Adam Osle plays the Cop, an unabashedly aggressive and callous man who sees the world in black and white with a flair for flexing his authority just because he can, and freshman Gianni Ramieri plays the Librarian, who is curious, caring, and insightful with a deep appreciation for storytelling.

Sparta High’s rendition of Middletown will premiere Friday, November 19th with an evening show, followed by another evening show on Saturday the 20th and an afternoon/matinee show on the 21st. Tickets will likely go on sale one week before the show.  We can’t wait to see you there!

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mage from https://news.holycross.edu/blog/2016/10/27/theater-department-to-perform-will-enos-seriocomic-play-middletown/ 

JOIN CHAMBER CLUB

 JOIN CHAMBER CLUB 

By Olivia Flanz

Play an instrument? Want more chances to perform outside of school? Join the Chamber Club! 

Chamber Club is a place where you can practice your instrument with friends and learn new music. The club also gives you a chance to enhance your sight reading skills and meet people from a different band or orchestra period than you!

On top of that, you’ll get multiple opportunities throughout the year to perform at gigs! 

To join, come by the orchestra room after school on Tuesdays. Meetings end at 3:30. If you can’t make it after school you can always stop by on Wednesdays during lunch A or B. See you there!

RED CROSS CLUB

 RETURN OF THE RED CROSS CLUB

RETURN OF THE RED CROSS CLUB

October 11, 2021-By Kelly Groome

The Red Cross Club is starting up again this year! After being put on hold last year due to Covid 19 and other administrative issues, the club is back and ready to serve the community during the upcoming school year. The Red Cross Club is an opportunity for students to volunteer and participate in projects to help better our school, the local district, and the world. 

Previous events the club has held include a can shake at athletic events to raise money for hurricane relief, decorating holiday cards for soldiers, a blood drive held at SHS, and more! Members of the club this year can expect to participate in similar events along with holding donations for the American Red Cross Association. 

The Red Cross Club is not affiliated with the highschool clubs due to trouble finding an administrator. When joining the Google Classroom, make sure to use a non-Sparta email. The classroom code is mb6n4tv. If you have any questions be sure to contact the club President through the phone number 973-362-5007.

Make sure to stay up to date with the club by following the Instagram @redcrossclub2021!

TOURNAMENT OF BANDS

 SPARTA HOSTS FIRST EVER MARCHING BAND COMPETITION

By Emma Muth

On Sunday October 10th, the first ever home marching band competition took place. Even though it was a rainy day, people came from all over Sussex County to support their high school's marching band at the competition. Additionally, Sparta alumni were present to support their old marching band. 

There were many fundraisers held at the event, such as 50/50 tickets, getting candy grams for a member of the band, and getting an air gram that our very own Dr. Gianuzzi announced over the loudspeakers. The community also enjoyed some delicious food from the Snack Shack.

As for the actual performances, they were all amazing. Each show was so original and impressive, and it can easily be said that each band put so much effort into their performances, making them interesting and fun to watch. Sparta High School is very proud of our own show, “Crown and Glory,” and sends a special congratulations to the drum majors, Kayleigh Simpson, Georgia Paraskos, and Pagie DeGiovanni, for conducting the band! Great job to Sparta Marching Band! 

SPARTA HOSTS FIRST EVER MARCHING BAND COMPETITION

By Emma Muth

On Sunday October 10th, the first ever home marching band competition took place. Even though it was a rainy day, people came from all over Sussex County to support their high school's marching band at the competition. Additionally, Sparta alumni were present to support their old marching band. 

There were many fundraisers held at the event, such as 50/50 tickets, getting candy grams for a member of the band, and getting an air gram that our very own Dr. Gianuzzi announced over the loudspeakers. The community also enjoyed some delicious food from the Snack Shack.

As for the actual performances, they were all amazing. Each show was so original and impressive, and it can easily be said that each band put so much effort into their performances, making them interesting and fun to watch. Sparta High School is very proud of our own show, “Crown and Glory,” and sends a special congratulations to the drum majors, Kayleigh Simpson, Georgia Paraskos, and Pagie DeGiovanni, for conducting the band! Great job to Sparta Marching Band!