![Let the games begin](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_8699-900x720.jpg)
Let the games begin
Seniors compete in student-run games
![Graphic by Kathryn Foo](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/untitled_artwork-e1681446429198-900x675.png)
Going to the gym
Observing MVHS students experiences with the gym
![The ability of the chatbot creates the possibility for future job replacement as it is too smart for its own good according to Chen. Illustration | Sophia Ma](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/C4-ChatGPT-Andrew-Blue-643x900.png)
Write an article about OpenAI’s ChatGPT
The community reflects on ChatGPT’s strengths and weaknesses
![Passing Proposition 28](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_5098-900x675.jpg)
Passing Proposition 28
What the California Proposition 28 means for MVHS art programs
![You & me](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/C2-people-3-1-e1668621894898-900x638.png)
You & me
The story behind students’ and staff members’ first best friends
![50 fresh faces](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/50-Fresh-Faces-1-900x720.png)
50 fresh faces
The Class of 2026 shares its initial thoughts about MVHS
![Getting with the program](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/308796344_1151151945515105_3880049413012711268_n-1-506x900.jpeg)
Getting with the program
MVHS alum recount their experiences in specialized programs
![Made from scratch](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Copy-of-8-3-900x643.png)
Made from scratch
Tracing the stories of home owned Chinese businesses
![To my 婆婆](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/column-pear-900x696.png)
To my 婆婆
Expressing gratitude for the lessons I’ve learned from my grandma
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Seasonal weather
From heatwaves to rainy days, last year's summer weather was really something else. Let's hope it's a little more cooperative this summer.
![Trashing Our School](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/trash-900x515.png)
Trashing Our School
Exploring the different ways trash affects the MVHS community
![Trash on our walls](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/vandalism.png)
Trash on our walls
Examining vandalism around the campus
![Is that a new look?](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/new-look-900x900.png)
Is that a new look?
What happens when you decide to wear something new and others start to stare? Ignore them, of course!
![The price of living in Cupertino](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/1-3-1-900x900.png)
The price of living in Cupertino
Examining how residents interact with the different aspects of housing in Cupertino
![The Westport Cupertino construction site shortly after the groundbreaking ceremony.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IMG_8325-copy-900x600.jpg)
Implementing affordable housing in Cupertino
Exploring Westport Cupertino and the changes it brings
![The brunch line](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/COMICCCCCSSSS-900x769.png)
The brunch line
Cutting the line for the first time
![Recapping the mask mandate throughout the pandemic](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/mask-900x696.png)
Recapping the mask mandate throughout the pandemic
The evolution of face coverings as Governor Gavin Newsom announces masks will not be required indoors at schools starting March 12
![The storefront of Oh Honey Bakery in downtown Mountain View.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/IMG_8798-689x900.jpg)
Dessert Detectives: Oh Honey Bakery
Reviewing popular menu items based on quality and taste
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‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ is a feat of nostalgia
Marvel’s latest film smoothly interweaves the past and the present together
![Graphic by Justin Kim](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Untitled-design-2-copy-2-2-900x900.png)
‘Tis the season for…’
Delving deeper into this year's winter highlights and memories
![Revisiting the holidays](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Screen-Shot-2021-12-07-at-10.48.05-AM-900x488.png)
Revisiting the holidays
Students and staff share their most memorable moments from the holiday season
![Sophomore Matthew Lau rushes the ball past an opposing player.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/5-1-min-900x802.png)
Boys Basketball defeats Harbor High School 65-26
After a strong start, the Matadors maintain control to earn a commanding victory
![Perception](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/glasses-900x675.png)
Perception
Examing the role of perception in our lives
![Community members share their opinions on the US leaving Afghanistan](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/12-900x666.png)
A forever war ends: The comic version
Community members share their opinions on the US leaving Afghanistan
![Graphic | Sophia Ma](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/holding-hands.png)
Forgiveness that comes from a snack
Reflecting on the change in a parent’s role from child to child
![Photo Courtesy Jeff Shen | Used with Permission
Illustration Sophia Ma](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Jeff.png)
A final season
Senior athletes reflect on the challenges they’ve faced during the pandemic
![Exploring philosophies students and teachers began following due to the pandemic](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/mottos_kelly-900x900.png)
Quarantine mottos to live by
Exploring philosophies students and teachers began following due to the pandemic
![Victorine poses with his family on Halloween](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_0841-900x600.jpg)
A fraction of time
MVHS community members in different age groups reflect on the pandemic year in the context of their lives
![Illustration | Mikaylah Du and Sophia Ma](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/image-900x900.png)
The romance behind K-dramas
Exploring the effects the popular genre has on our views and values
![Love is in the air](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Screen-Shot-2021-02-15-at-2.50.39-PM-900x589.png)
Love is in the air
Exploring romance in the MVHS community through different facets
![The strangers we know](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/window1-900x887.png)
The strangers we know
Examining the benefits of friendships that develop solely online during quarantine
![The dichotomy of social media activism](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/phone-900x643.png)
The dichotomy of social media activism
Comparing active versus passive forms of activism on social media platforms
![An Asian woman phasing into a sketch of herself, representing a loss of identity. Illustration | Sophia Ma](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/asianrecgraphicfinal-900x643.png)
The importance of proper representation
The misrepresentation of Asian communities is damaging