FoodEEs Ep. 12: Bitter + Sweet
The quaint coffee shop has a cozy atmosphere and serves delectable drinks
Angela Poon, Features Editor
WiSTEM and Girls Who Code create communities to empower women in STEM
A closer look at the women-centered clubs at MVHS
2026 Prom Lookbook
MVHS couples describe their prom outfits
Immigrant students discuss how they chose their names
Immigrant MVHS students reflect on their relationship with their English and birth names
Varsity Boys Tennis secures a 4-3 win over Cupertino High School
Despite a match being postponed due to court damage, the Matadors pull through to clinch a tight victory
Varsity Track and Field defeats Wilcox High School 144-93
MVHS dominates in high jump, hurdles and distance runs
Grind culture at MVHS
The MVHS community discusses the causes and effects of grind culture
Varsity Boys Basketball wins 48-40 against Wilcox High School
MVHS wins after increasing intensity in the second half
MVHS alum ’09 Mabel Yeung describes her journey as a cofounder of Moonwake Coffee Roasters
Yeung and her husband, Ming Wood, share the inspiration, successes and challenges behind starting a business
Tips for studying for finals week
El Estoque discusses strategies for effective finals week studying
Individuals with color blindness explain how they see the world
MVHS students and a children's book author and illustrator with red-green color blindness discuss challenges and increasing accessibility
MVHS staff and students reflect on their private school experiences
MVHS students discuss their transitions from private to public schooling
Varsity Girls Volleyball falls 3-2 to Los Altos High School during its Senior Night
Los Altos recovers after the first two sets to win the high-energy game
Varsity Field Hockey falls 6-0 to Presentation High School
The Matadors put up a strong effort but PHS ultimately pulls ahead
FUHSD Nutrition Services members share the behind-the-scenes of cafeteria food
Amid the daily rush for cafeteria food, the work of FUHSD Nutrition Services members often goes unseen
Students reflect on the impact of high school activities on college
The MVHS community describes how their high school activities evolve into college
Varsity Boys Volleyball defeats Cupertino High School 3-0
Matadors dominate during Senior Night
What it takes to be a fan
Concert-goers discuss their experiences with ticketing and etiquette
Varsity Boys Volleyball falls 3-0 to The Harker School
Matadors put up a strong fight but are unable to prevail
Monta Vista Orchestra holds opening night of ‘Beyond the Planets’ concert
Showcasing the music of Gustav Holst, the concert also included the first solo performance of Beethoven’s “Piano Concerto No. 2” by a freshman
Restaurant rundown
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section reviews four archetypes of Bay Area restaurants
Worth the wait
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section reviews three local popular eateries
Paws & purpose
Animal Assisted Happiness volunteers share about their passion for animals
Co-ed Varsity wrestling falls 60-24 to Santa Clara High School and 36-18 to MacDonald High School
Varsity Wrestling holds its first tri-dual meet of the season
Time Out! Ep. 30: Julian Kwon
Julian Kwon discusses his experience in archery
A fate to educate
MVHS staff share their unique career pathways prior to teaching
Fall sports recap
MVHS fall athletes bring their seasons to a close
Homecoming 2024
Rewinding the 2024 Homecoming week
MVHS holds its annual Homecoming dance in the rally court
Students and staff reflect on the dance and location change
New teachers share their backgrounds and goals for the new school year
MVHS staff joining in the 2024-2025 school year introduce themselves to the school
Is less a loss?
Why the viral “underconsumption core” trend has a net negative impact