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Lincoln East High School's home of Spartan news

The Oracle

Lincoln East High School's home of Spartan news

The Oracle

Posters made by members and officers of HOSA advertising to possible interested students in the commons.

HOSA’s first meeting of the school year

Kamryn Snyder, Editor-in-Chief October 28, 2020

On Monday, October 5th the first HOSA meeting was held after school in the commons at East. HOSA, otherwise known as the Health Occupations Students of America, is a great opportunity for kids at East...

A road closed marker along 84th and A; a snippet of whats to come.

84th Street closure: goal to improve appearance along the corridor

Joel Bierbower, Staff Artist, Staff Writer October 28, 2020

“Road closed to thru traffic.” A common orange and black sign frequently seen along the many curbs and corners of the community, especially during peak construction months. While a minor hassle for...

The Lady Spartans celebrate with one another after finding out they have won the state title.

Lady Spartans take state for third consecutive year in upset at state cross country

Camden Cohn, Sports Editor October 28, 2020

On October 23rd, 2020, the Lincoln East Girls Cross Country team etched their names in history once again at the Kearney Country Club in Kearney, Nebraska on a frigid Friday. They won the team title...

Humans of Lincoln East: Ms. Josie Gilligan

Humans of Lincoln East: Ms. Josie Gilligan

Faqeha Qureshi, Staff Writer October 26, 2020

Ms. Josie Gilligan is a first-year chemistry teacher here at East High School. She has shown a love for science a majority of her life. During her sophomore year of college at the University of Nebraska,...

Calendar for quarter 2 if LPS decides to continue the 3/2 schedule during the rest of first semester.

LPS high schools continue 3/2 scheduling

Madalynn Abele, Online Editor, Staff Writer October 22, 2020

Announced on Friday, October 9, LPS decided that high schools will be remaining in the 3/2 staggered scheduling at the beginning of second quarter. This is due to a rise of COVID-19 cases in the county...

Pushing to the finish line, Graeme Hepburn stays focused for the grand achievement of running a 5k.

East cross country team finishes off their season with a charming goodbye

Aden Buggi, Staff Writer October 22, 2020

Lincoln East JV Cross Country Team prepares as they compete against Lincoln Southwest at Pioneers Park on October 8th. Drew Huscher, senior and runner on East’s Cross Country Team states his goal in...

Mr. Zart at the piano

Humans of Lincoln East: Aaron Zart

Sam Chebuhar, Staff Writer October 22, 2020

When Aaron Zart was asked how he felt about coming into his first year of teaching at East he said this: “I was nervous, but also just excited. I was excited to meet a completely new group of students...

Madelyn Wurth, UNLs Recruiter Specialist, gives an overview of the Universitys objective to the 40 or so East High School students.

UNL hosts virtual college meeting

Faqeha Qureshi, Staff Writer October 20, 2020

Madelyn Wurth, a Recruiter Specialist for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln led a virtual college meeting for East High School students on October 8th. They talked to students about what to expect before...

Patrick Brown is working hard to memorize his lines for this years one act, Booby Trap.

One act season is now upon us

Kyra Rempe, Staff Writer October 20, 2020

It’s officially One Act season for the theater department at East High. The theater department at East has put on lots of great shows, such as “Peter and the Starcatcher,” “Get Smart,” and last...

In the middle of the coronavirus pandemic and a major election year, many voters are opting to request absentee ballots instead of voting in person on November 3.

A closer look at coronavirus and the election

Julia Ehlers, Editor-in-Chief October 20, 2020

Now you know the basics of voting (or if you don’t, check out this story), let’s talk about some of the more complicated aspects of this year’s election. There’s a lot of rumors flying, and contradictions...

The Lincoln East Apollonaires dance at halftime of the East vs. North Platte game on October 9th. This was the Apollonaires final home football game of the season. They will virtually compete in regionals this winter.

Apollonaires dazzle yet again

Sam Chebuhar, Staff Writer October 20, 2020

The Apollonaires performed at halftime of the East vs. North Platte game on October 9th. They performed a jazz style routine, showcasing their diverse styles throughout the season, which have included...

Boys show choir doing a finishing pose to one of their songs.

The show must go on

Devon Beechley, Staff Writer October 20, 2020

As the leaves outside start to change, the Spartan show choir begins to play that funky music once more. This week, about 160 students are beginning to learn this year's new songs and choreography for...

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