
Alyssa Yang, Editor-in-Chief

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Catching up with the sports community
Athletes around Cupertino make an impact off the playing field

The importance of youth recreational leagues in our community
How recreational leagues have benefited the youth in Cupertino

Raising the bar
Women who weightlift discuss their experiences, routines and opinions regarding their lifting journeys
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Varsity Girls Soccer falls to Saratoga High School 2-0
Despite the Matadors strong defense, the team takes a loss in its 10th game of the season

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Varsity Boys Basketball powers through BASIS Independent Silicon Valley 70-54
The Matadors break through a close game by dominating the second half

Morgan Mayhew’s journey to becoming an animation producer
MVHS alum Morgan Mayhew ‘19 breaks down her favorite animated films, what it’s like to be an animation student and more

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Election 2024
Examining the impact of local, statewide and national elections on the MVHS community

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The community reflects on past elections
Students and staff discuss the significance of controversial elections in the past

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California voters decide on 10 propositions this November
The Nov. 2024 ballot asks California voters to decide on three constitutional amendments; authorizing funding for education and climate conservation; and future policies for crime, health care and taxes

FUHSD holds first trustee area election
Four candidates are running for Trustee Areas 2 and 5 in this November’s election

Mandatory implementation of Ethnic Studies delayed until 2025-2026
As Ethnic Studies enters its second year of pilot, MVHS community members reflect on its impact
MVHS’ best friend
MVHS students share the roles that their pets have played in their lives

Universal unrest
College protesters intensify discourse on the Israel-Hamas war

“Unto Greater Heights” closes the year on a high note
MVHS Music Department performs its Pops Concert as the final concert of the year

MVHS students and staff see part of a total eclipse
Solar eclipse covers most of the US

Classroom to classroom
English Department Lead Monica Jariwala prepares to become a New Teacher Mentor for FUHSD

Understanding the Trustee transition
FUHSD hosts information and feedback sessions as the transition to By-Trustee-Area elections continues

“I am hopeful because . . .”
Three MV students advance to the Council level of the PTSA Reflections program

Striking the high note
John Gilchrist wins the Richard L. Levin Orchestra Educator Award

MVHS Drama buildings flood during winter storm
Rainwater floods the Drama room and auditorium

Hitting the breaking point
Examining how athletes at MVHS have experienced and overcome burnout within their sports

On the streets of SF
San Francisco reflects on the 2023 APEC summit’s impacts on community issues

The voices against APEC
Demonstrators hit the streets in San Francisco to protest APEC 2023

Forging demonstration lights up Baer Blacksmith Shop
Restored historical Cupertino shop holds monthly blacksmithing demonstration

Strike out
Historic Kaiser Permanente strike reflects national healthcare understaffing crisis

MVHS takes cover on International ShakeOut Day
Exploring local participation in earthquake preparedness

Facing north
Exploring how transitioning to By-Trustee-Area elections will affect FUHSD in North Sunnyvale

Getting antsy
Examining how ant infestations affect MVHS students and faculty

The stories behind the Cupertino Farmers Market
Highlighting the stories of the vendors and their products

Deconstructing construction
Breaking down school construction projects and how they impact MVHS staff

El Estoque named NSPA finalists in 11 categories
National Scholastic Press Association honors MVHS news publication

Finding my voice
Understanding how to let myself be heard
Man on the street: What are your NBA Finals predictions?
MVHS students share which teams they think will win the 2023 NBA playoffs

Through generations
Exploring how community members’ cultural identities have changed over generations

MVHS choirs hold Festival Concert
Esperanza, Low Key, Bella Voce and Variations perform repertoire for upcoming concert at Gilroy Sings

Evolve
Examining how arts and entertainment have changed through the years

Next episode starts in 10…
Examining how the evolution of TV release formats has divided viewers

50 Questions with Julia Satterthwaite
In the 23rd installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Julia Satterthwaite 50 questions

Boys Basketball loses to Milpitas High School 58-51
Matadors fall short in securing a win in a close game