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Senior Stories
A look into the high school experiences of members of the class of 2020
Grocery stores during the pandemic
MVHS students who work at grocery stores discuss reasons for taking leaves of absence
![Sheroes](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/dress.jpg)
Sheroes
Exploring the stories of inspiring women in the MVHS community
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Saviors of Humanity
Recognizing the people who are working to keep the world going
![Primaries and Caucuses for Dummies](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Screen-Shot-2020-03-18-at-9.28.42-PM-900x225.png)
Primaries and Caucuses for Dummies
Breaking down America’s primary system to select party candidates
Ohana celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
Ohana officers and club members reflect on the club’s St. Patrick’s Day meeting and the club’s dynamic
![World Kidney Day](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Screen-Shot-2020-03-12-at-8.23.11-PM.png)
World Kidney Day
Exploring the process of transplant surgery and the future of organ transplants
![An in-depth guide to every course available at MVHS.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Screen-Shot-2020-02-19-at-4.24.32-PM-900x535.png)
MVHS Course Selection Guide
Exploring student perspectives on every course offered at MVHS
![A Fremont High School teacher shares about her experiences growing up undocumented, the relief that DACA brought her and the work she does now supporting undocumented students at her school.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.09.10-PM-900x897.png)
Keep the dream alive
Community members discuss the personal and legal implications of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) being rescinded
![7,500 people gather to march from the San Jose City Hall to Arena Green for the fourth-annual San Jose Women’s March.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_3486-e1580422570540.jpg)
San Jose Women’s March takes place on Jan. 21
Marchers share their views on politics and the power of mass protests
![A group of kids drink their steaming hot chocolate next to the decorated trees around the Quinlan Center.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Screen-Shot-2020-01-10-at-11.02.17-PM-900x597.png)
Spruce it up: Cupertino Tree Lighting Ceremony
Cupertino community gathers for the annual tree lighting ceremony
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Maintaining a local community
The implications of urbanization on both chain and family businesses in Cupertino
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Urbanization of Cupertino
In a constant state of change, Cupertino has experienced drastic changes in terms of infrastructure and business from the influx of both workers and residents. Vallco construction has recently been reinitiated after the passage of State Bill 35. The proliferation of chain businesses act as a double edged sword to local businesses. Median house values climb and realtors work to satisfy buyers who prioritize commute times. Read more about each story.
![U.S President Donald Trump gives a speech.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/trump-900x600.jpg)
The impeachment inquiry: House Judiciary Committee passes two articles against President Donald Trump
A look into the process leading up to the accusations made against President Trump
![Meet the 2020 democratic candidates](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2020-democratic-candidates.jpeg)
Meet the 2020 democratic candidates
Exploring the nuances behind the policies and backgrounds of the five leading democratic candidates
![Comparing Costs](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Dance-900x543.png)
Comparing Costs
Exploring the athlete and coach opinions on the donation costs of different sports
![Eat, pray, jam](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/JMH05750-900x600.jpg)
Eat, pray, jam
Exploring how different members of the MVHS athletic community prepare for games and practices
![Members of the Hindu community protest against Khannas alleged hypocrisy regarding his views on Gandhi.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/pic-900x632.jpg)
Protesters demonstrate outside Representative Ro Khanna’s town hall meeting
Members of the Hindu community protest Khanna’s alleged anti-Hindu and anti-Gandhi ideas expressed in Twitter response
![Junior and quarterback Simon Loeffler heads off the field. Photo by Tabitha Mendez](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Screen-Shot-2019-09-27-at-12.57.44-PM-900x598.png)
Out of Action
Football coach and players reflect on the JV football team being cut and the potential long-term effects
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Students in the Athletic Senate
Members of the Student Athletic Senate discuss their role in improving the MVHS athletic community
![Leaders on the field](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/DSC_0164-900x600.jpg)
Leaders on the field
Exploring different leadership roles held in the sports community
![Frehsman Greyson Mobley makes a run against SJHS, trying to keep the Matadors in the lead. Photo by Collin Qian](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Screen-Shot-2019-09-16-at-23.36.26-900x597.png)
Football: MVHS wins against San Jose HS for the first home win of the season
Matadors win with a final score of 35-7 with strong offensive plays
![Beyond the district](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/68253295_426074701344585_1145572420426399744_n-900x452.png)
Beyond the district
How the senior privilege policy affects those who utilize it
![Exploring our emotions](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CoverTest-900x450.jpg)
Exploring our emotions
The importance of recognizing unique feelings
![The Islam I see](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Islam-symbol-e1555131824581.gif)
The Islam I see
My experience covering a local mosque
![GEP officer team presents the clubs mission statement at the clubs interest meeting. Photo by Swara Tewari.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_1766-900x471.jpg)
GEP’s upcoming Sexual Assault Drive
The club’s April donation drive will give back to sexual assault survivors
![Americorps member Timothy Fader discusses crisis response procedures and emergency supplies at the Red Cross meeting. Photo by Swara Tewari](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_4612-675x900.jpg)
Americorps member presents at Red Cross meeting
Timothy Fader educates Red Cross members on disaster preparation
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Whitewashed
Exploring my connection to Indian culture
![The trampoline girls](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Screen-Shot-2019-02-08-at-8.42.07-PM-1.png)
The trampoline girls
Reflecting on a summer friendship and the life lessons it taught me
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Fighting fire in the digital age
Seniors Aditya Shah and Sanjana Shah developed a Wildfire Sensor device that has attracted Google’s attention
Indian-American Student Association (IASA) kicks off Spotlite
IASA members and officers recall their favorite Spotlite memories and discuss preparations
![GEP members all stand on the right side of the classroom to signify that they believe that feminism is important at MVHS. Photo by Swara Tewari.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_1774-e1541561173490-675x900.jpg)
Reinforcing feminism in MVHS
Girls’ Empowerment Project discusses gender equality at first meeting
![Caption: Senior Anusikha Halder helps new members register at Red Cross interest meeting. Photo by Swara Tewari.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_1659-e1540618063290-675x900.jpg)
Localizing Red Cross
President of Red Cross discusses her journey with the club and goals for the year
![A new chapter](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-21-at-9.06.44-PM-900x716.png)
A new chapter
Exploring a student’s experience with moving and her outlook on her short time at MVHS
![Red Cross officers hand out cookies and answer questions as new members sign up for the email list. The members conversed with one another while waiting in line. Photo by Swara Tewari.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/42206672_2194294003974057_8449423495665811456_n-675x900.jpg)
Expanding Red Cross
Red Cross officers discuss their goals and vision for the club this year
Traveling the globe
Students share international experiences from the past summer
![Stepping up to the front of the classroom](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/classroom-900x600.jpg)
Stepping up to the front of the classroom
Student teachers transition to full-time roles in the new school year
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Behind the desk
Seniors discuss how classroom experiences have shaped them