Class of 2027 Election Day - Did YOU vote?

 Class of 2027 Election Day - Did YOU vote?

Last week, the Class of 2027 held elections to vote for class officers.Student Council works to advocate for student voices and organize activities for the Sparta High School community.

President

John Reina

The elected freshman president is John “Dewey” Reina, with his campaign slogan “He Can ‘Dew’ It.”

In his campaign promises, Reina says he will keep his vision aligned with those of his student peers. He pledges to do his best as a president, enticing us to vote for him by maintaining his ideals as that of the American dream.

With his yet four years of high school remaining, he will certainly make a difference for all of us.

When asked to make a comment for the Oracle, he declined.

Vice President 

Zachary Kopco

Zachary Kopco is the newly elected freshman vice president. 

His campaign promises are based around making the school year fun and enriching the experience for the class of 2027. With these events, he hopes to raise money for the school, allowing the funding of future events.

The Oracle was unable to get a statement from Kopco.

Secretary

Brady Flannery

Brady Flannery, the new secretary, joined the Student Council so that he could apply the voice of himself and other students to the decisions of the school.

Flannery vows to work together with the rest of the Student Council in finding efficient ways to tackle problems in the school and plan enjoyable events for all to partake in.

His references include being “punctilious in the classroom and having fundraised for his soccer teams.”

Treasurer

Celia Rossettini

Running unopposed,Celia Rossettini will now serve as the new freshman treasurer, 

Rossettini ensures she will keep a great inventory of funding for school events, organizing and making sure enough is had for an enjoyable time at occasions like the prom. With her ears open to the student body, events will take the feedback of all those who want to make suggestions. 

Her self-declared traits of a good treasurer include responsibility, being able to organize well, and an enjoyment of math.

CROSS COUNTRY W

 

Win for SHS Cross Country!

By: Julia Miller

On Tuesday September 23rd, the Sparta High School Cross Country Team won their meet, a 5K at Greystone Park. The girls defeated Montville and Roxbury, while the boys defeated Pope John. 

Senior and captain Ashley Crane won first place overall, with a time of 20.20. She said “Last week I was there, I was in first the whole time, but then in the last 200 meters I got passed; but at yesterday's meet the same thing happened, with the same girl, but I didn’t let her pass me.” Ashley also noted that “The first two miles are good, but the last mile is tough.”

The Sparta High School Cross Country Teams are “not only good runners, but good friends” says Kate Sutphen. Kate also stated “We’re a strong group of girls, we're determined and connected together.  If someone has a bad day the team can pick them up and help them out.” The team's connection gives them strength, helping them to succeed. Tyler Harms also noted this when he said “The success of the boys team came from our teamwork - lots of us raced strategically to help others improve their times. It was really a team effort, not individual at all.” 

Not only do the teammates have a great connection with each other, but also with their coaches. Talia Sanchez, captain of the team, said “I think that having great coaches really makes a significant difference. Having them to lean on keeps us together as a team. Coaches Mitchell and Gilmartin inspire us to be the best that we can be.” Coach Mitchell also commented “I am very proud that the girls are working together as a team in order to improve their collective times and individual times.” 

The strong relationship the teammates have between each other and their coaches is what makes the team thrive. A major part of cross country as a sport is having mental toughness and  strong endurance. Julian Laznik Morgan, a runner for the cross country team, stated, “The moment you give up is the moment your work goes to waste.” The boys and girls cross country teams demonstrate that having teammates to lift you up and help you through struggles helps you remember to never give up and persevere. 

WELCOME BACK

WELCOME BACK, SPARTANS!

By The Oracle Staff

After a few weeks, we are settling into the 2023 school year. The Sparta High School Oracle is excited to report the news for the SHS community. The Oracle will meet every Thursday during lunch in the MRC. If any student is interested in interviewing, writing, editing, or taking photographs, please join us! 

The Google Classroom Code is: aah5k6c

If you your group, club, or organization would like to share a story or event with us, please email (angela.deluccia@sparta.org) or see Mrs. DeLuccia in the MRC 

We will publish our editions on the first day of each school week- so please look for us in your email.