Kaia Yuan, Staff Writer
Environmental Crisis
Exploring the reciprocal impacts of wildfires on policy.
Cupertino faces rising wildfire risks
Increasing wildfire risks drive local efforts for better wildfire preparedness, safety measures and emergency communication
‘Mean Girls’ takes the stage for two performance days
MV Drama holds its third performance of the school year
Twins and mother-son pair navigate school life together
The unique bonds formed at MVHS through family relationships shape the experiences of both students and staff
Then and now
Students reflect on their growth and the resolutions shaping their future as 2024 comes to an end
Resolutions in focus
MVHS students and staff share what they hope to work on this year
Interconnected
MVHS community members reflect on their ways of staying connected
Unpacking holiday music traditions
MVHS musicians reflect on the impact of holiday music
Community is at the heart of religion
Gathering at a place of worship provides a sense of connectedness
Do the risks of football outweigh the rewards?
Varsity Football players reflect on the possible health risks that arise in the sport
Varsity Girls Tennis falls 4-3 against Los Altos High School
In a close game, the Matadors fall short despite an early lead
Olympics Takeaways
67% of MVHS students watched the 2024 Olympics, here's what we can learn from it
MVHS students weigh in on controversies surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympics
MVHS students and staff speak on the separation of athletes from politics at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Field Hockey falls to Fremont High School 5-0
Matadors struggle with making strong passes in their sixth game of the season
The rise of Vallco
Local community members discuss the potential impacts of The Rise
Artistic ambitions
From self-expression to building community, MVHS students utilize art for many different purposes
Softball falls to Cupertino High School 17-1
Matadors keep their spirits up despite the loss
Varsity Baseball beats Lynbrook High School 9-4
Matadors dominate the game with a superb second-inning
Sounds of sports
MV students and coaches share how they involve music, pep-talks and cheering into their sports life
Playing to win
The role music plays in athletics across sports and activities
Varsity Boys Volleyball defeats Homestead High School 3-0
Matadors secure another win despite missing key players
Off-court champs
MVHS sports depends on overlooked roles such as photographers, the athletic director, and student volunteers.
Directing with open arms
Bonacorsi plays a large role in many aspects of MVHS athletics
Varsity Girls Basketball defeats Lynbrook High School 53-45
Matadors secure their eighth win of the league on National Women and Girls in Sports Day
Sleep
From their dreams to their sleep schedules and behaviors, MVHS students have wildly varying experiences with sleep.
School daze
Students and teachers discuss the experiences behind students napping during class
BREAKING: FUHSD receives threatening emails from an anonymous sender
The emails sent on Jan. 23 were later determined to be a “hoax,” though the investigation continues
Advocacy in action
Diving into how the MVHS community participates in activism
Girls Soccer defeats Prospect High School 4-3
The Matadors gain momentum in the second half to secure the game
Putting Pressure
Exploring why students and staff boycott certain businesses
School safety
Exploring approaches to support students' physical and mental well-being
Call to action
Investigating the structure and goals of the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System
La Pluma: Behind the pages
Exploring the members behind the La Pluma magazine
Making Space
Exploring new student spaces in MVHS
Safe Space
MVHS implements the Wellness Room to help students with de-stressing and self-care
Keeping up with COVID
Exploring MVHS’ responses to COVID-19 amid rising cases and new variants
MVHS administration implements African American Scholar’s Project
New AASP program offers community for Black students