![MVHS students reflect on the 2022-2023 school year](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Screen-Shot-2023-06-05-at-9.07.50-AM-900x505.png)
MVHS students reflect on the 2022-2023 school year
Asking students to reflect on the school year as it comes to an end
![Up, Up, & Away!](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Featured-Image-900x506.jpg)
Up, Up, & Away!
Saying goodbye to the class of 2023
To the past four
Seniors reminisce on their high school memories
![My grandparents struggled to accept my academically-inclined nature, attempting instead to have me stick with more traditional beliefs.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DSC03104_Original-900x675.jpg)
Bridging the gender gap
Working with my grandparents to break their traditional beliefs
![Despite the immense detail of Title IX, victims of sexual assault may feel lost and disoriented during the reporting process.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/My-project-674x900.png)
The weight of Title IX
Examining the process and emotional turmoil of reporting sexual assault at MVHS
![The moment the emptiness began to feel like too much, I crammed my schedule full of work.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_5390-e1685500326518-506x900.jpg)
Stressing about no stress
Giving myself the room to breathe while unlearning my constant need to work
![Raahul Srinivasan and Sumita Sami laugh at each other during a photoshoot on their wedding day.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ArrangedMarriage-2-pdf-900x599.jpg)
The Art of Matchmaking
Examining how the perception of arranged marriage has shifted from the past to present
![Although society tends to diminish the value of beautification efforts, we must remind ourselves that such a negative view is unneeded.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/FILE_0675-pdf-717x900.jpg)
Staff Editorial: Beauty for ourselves
Learning to be less judgmental about how others approach beauty
![Dont ask questions](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/DSC04230-Large-900x600.jpeg)
Don’t ask questions
How the American school system discourages curiosity
![As a kid, I loved books. However, the farther I got into high school, the more I lost my passion for reading.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cover-pic-675x900.jpg)
Picking up the pages
Learning to find comfort in books once again
![On my first day at the program, although I was excited, I was also nervous about managing all the work.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/IMG_9997_Original-675x900.jpg)
Takes some getting used to
Learning to value my own pace of adjustment
![A graphic illustrating the three philosophies MVHS aims to focus on to encourage equitable grading](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/final-grading-graphic.jpg)
MVHS aims to highlight equitable grading
Teachers are introduced to three core philosophies at staff professional development
![Often, cultural standards for discipline can blur the line between authoritarian parenting and abuse.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Untitled-74-1-900x547.png)
Discipline? Or abuse?
Examining emotional and physical abuse in parent-child relationships
![Sophomore Yotaro Sato pitches the ball during the second inning of the game against Saratoga High School on March 24, which they lost 13-1.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DSC00636-2-900x668.jpg)
Spring season sports recap
Showcasing games and practices from MVHS’s spring season sports teams
![Junior Jesse Li and sophomore Elijah Kang jump to block a hit from Mountain View.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC01552-2-900x600.jpg)
Boys Volleyball falls to Mountain View High School 3-0
A loss brings the Matadors’ league record to 3-2
![The th sound that I pronounced was something that I was made to feel insecure about.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Untitled_Artwork-900x675.jpg)
“Th”peaking my mind
Learning to overcome my fear of speech
![Student football players often feel pressured as they compare their bodies to those in the NFL](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Untitled-60-675x900.png)
Male athletes experience muscle envy
Examining the body insecurities male athletes face
![The state of Critical Race Theory legislature varies across the country](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-02-16-at-11.52.08-AM-900x552.png)
Let’s Talk CRT
Opposition to Critical Race Theory prevents racial equality
![Junior Mulyn Kim holds up her six-word memoir.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/DSC_6774-900x505.jpg)
Six-word memoirs: hopes and reflections
Students write six-word memoirs that discuss their reflections on the past year and explain their hopes for the upcoming year
![Senior Edin Kraja switches the field and shields the ball from an opposing team player.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Image-from-iOS-copy-900x601.jpg)
Boys Soccer falls to Saratoga High School 5-2
MVHS falls to Saratoga High School in their fourth league game of the season
![Along with tasty green smoothies, the that girl lifestyle prescribes perfection in every sense.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SmoothieGraphic-900x643.png)
I don’t want to be “that girl”
Learning how to stop idealizing unrealistic lifestyles
![The urge to the turn the hands of a clock back to the past is never-ending, but it is vital to suppress it.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_5696-900x900.png)
Let’s stop turning back the time
Romanticising the past does more harm than good
![A look into the future](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/entcover2-copy-696x900.png)
A look into the future
Students examine what lies ahead
Beyond black cats
From lucky clothing items to energizing crystals, students use all sorts of superstitions in their daily activities
![The tricks and treats of Halloween](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Halloween-2021-2-pdf.jpg)
The tricks and treats of Halloween
Featuring the various aspects of celebrating Halloween
![The main tent was decorated with real and inflatable pumpkins where visitors could take pictures. Souvenir tables were set up in the main tent as well, where visitors could buy pumpkin carving kits and jelly rings, along with other Halloween-themed trinkets.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/DSC_5501-900x600.jpg)
Six spooky Bay Area destinations to visit this fall
Reviewing various autumn-themed locations to get into the Halloween spirit
![The music for the girls’ dance consisted of three energy-filled songs — “Instruction” by Jax Jones, “Just Got Paid,” and “Low” by Flo Rida.”](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/awe-DSC_0365-900x600.jpg)
Class of 2023’s Homecoming performance
Juniors wins 2nd place for their performance during Homecoming week
![The Class of 2022 cheers in a huddle following the end of their homecoming skit performance for the finale time. Following months of preparation making costumes, props, skit decs and learning choreography, they got the chance to finally show their spirit in front of a crowd of MVHS students and faculty. Photo by Aditya Shukla](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/DSC_0763.NEF_-900x598.jpg)
Homecoming 2021: A Recap
Showcasing the highlights of the past week's performances
![Senior Sotiris Kougiouris talks about the beverages he enjoys.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-13-at-5.19.57-PM-1-900x506.png)
[Video] Students share their go-to beverages
Learning about the different drinks that students and staff enjoy