MVHS hosts its first rally of the year

The Class of 2022 wins the annual Welcome Back Rally

Justin E Kim, Gauri Manoj, Aditya Shukla, and Shivani Verma
September 4, 2021

The annual Welcome Back Rally, the first widespread showcase of school spirit and camaraderie, was held on the upper field on Friday, Aug. 27. Students from each class, adorned in a wash of purple and gold, competed against each other in challenges such as an obstacle course, a balloon popping game and the classic class chant-off. The rally was also home to a display of performances by MVHS Spirit, the MV Dance Team and the Alma Mater by Variations. Ultimately, the Class of 2022 won first place, the Class of 2023 won second and the Classes of 2024 and 2025 tied for third.

The Class of 2022 begins the rally with the senior breakthrough on the field, a tradition that the seniors were allowed to continue despite COVID-19 restrictions. Video by Gauri Manoj listen

The Class of 2022 starts its 15-second cheer, following cheers from the rest of the classes. Video by Aditya Shukla listen

About the Writers

Justin E Kim, Arts and Entertainment Editor

Justin Kim is currently a senior and an Arts and Entertainment editor for El Estoque. His pastimes include playing piano, teaching music and swimming at De Anza Cupertino Aquatics. In his free time he prefers to hang out with friends, dye his hair, play games on his Switch and stay up all night reading.

Gauri Manoj, Managing Editor

Gauri is currently a senior and a managing editor for El Estoque. In her free time, she enjoys playing the piano, drawing and listening to music.

Aditya Shukla, Visuals Editor

Aditya Shukla is a senior and a visuals editor for El Estoque. He likes to take photos of wildlife, fuss about his curly hair and occasionally play his ukulele.

Shivani Verma, Arts and Entertainment Editor

Shivani is currently a senior and an Arts and Entertainment editor for El Estoque. She is part of the MVHS Dance Team and in her free time, she enjoys getting boba with her mom, listening to music and hugging her friends for extended periods of time.