All I am
Tracing the story of my mom and me
Anushka De, Co-Editor-in-Chief
“If I could know one thing…”
Four seniors reflect on one piece of advice they would give their freshman selves
Seniors in three S’s
An overview of the Class of 2022 based on a sample of 175 seniors
The class of 2022
Seniors reflect on their experiences and memories at MVHS by answering various questions
Much ado about prestige
Understanding why parents place weight on the name brand of a university
The life and legacy of Yang Yang Liu
Friends and family reflect on the impact that the MVHS ‘07 alum had on their lives
“Bridgerton” is another disappointment in Indian representation
Cultural inaccuracies make for a paltry attempt at diversity
Let’s Talk CRT
Opposition to Critical Race Theory prevents racial equality
Tiny Love Stories
Our third installment of the quest to find pockets of love within our community
From the music stand
Listening in on how the symphonic band and Variations learn new pieces
‘Tis the season for…’
Delving deeper into this year's winter highlights and memories
Gifting during the holiday season
Discussing the positives and negatives of traditional gift giving
The Golden Era and modern rap
How 90s hip-hop artists have shaped the current rap scene
Holiday-themed events invoke community and festive cheer
Reviewing different winter events in the Bay Area
Remembering Stacey Cler
Celebrating the life of English teacher Stacey Cler
Opportunity cost: The detriments of astronomical college tuition
It's difficult to take advantage of educational opportunities and manage the burden of higher education tuition
Preparing for the big game
MV athletes share different ways that help them get ready before their game
Cheering from the sidelines
Exploring how the team stays motivated even during a loss
Class of 2024’s Homecoming Performance
Sophomores win 3rd place for their performance during Homecoming week
Homecoming 2021: A Recap
Showcasing the highlights of the past week's performances
Team Dasari
Examining the impact that volleyball has had on the Dasari family
Teammates by Chance
Exploring the impacts of playing the same sport as a family member
Football falls 42-0 to Westmont in first game of the season
The Matadors attribute the loss to inexperienced players and tentative playing
Live coverage of California wildfire responses and protocols
Updates on air quality and wildfire safety policies
Live coverage of COVID-19 responses and protocols
Updates on cases and policies regarding COVID-19 and safety
Boys Water Polo loses to Milpitas HS 13-16
Team loses despite nearly tied scores throughout the first three quarters
Social change.org
Online petitions, albeit performative, should not be classified as purely apathetic
A fraction of time
MVHS community members in different age groups reflect on the pandemic year in the context of their lives
“The experience of too many women”
Young women take to Instagram to share their experiences as women and facing the threat of sexual harassment and assault
“Parent bullies” and “teachers who cried wolf”
How disadvantaged students and financial incentives led to schools resuming in-person instruction
Off the market: How Robinhood’s mission to democratize trading highlights a bigger problem of financial illiteracy
Exploring how a lack of financial education affects individuals’ accessibility to financial markets
Tiny Love Stories
Finding pockets of love within our community
ReTales: Respect
Viewing people with humanity instead of as employees
Humans of Cupertino
Discovering the stories that populate Cupertino
A day in quarantine
Following three students’ daily routines 10 months into the pandemic
School spirit online
Leadership uses novel approaches to engage students during distance learning
ReTales: Not so small talk
Finding meaning in five minutes conversations as a cashier
Va-MINE-a
Examining how sex education curriculum neglects to discuss female masturbation
Yes, she can.
Exploring different facets of feminism and how they impact students, staff and alumni
All wrapped up
Discovering the stories behind the songs and artists students and teachers listened to most in 2020
Permanent Resident: Immigration at MVHS
Following the immigration journeys of MVHS students and parents
ReTales: Independence
The lady who needed an alarm clock
“Respect” to “WAP”: Examining the progress of women’s empowerment
Exploring the dichotomy of women’s sexual liberation presented by songs throughout history
Activism
Exploring the journeys of student, teacher and alumni activists.
FUHSD Institutes Anti-Racism education
Students and staff discuss the motivations behind and impacts of new anti-racism curriculum
Senior Stories
A look into the high school experiences of members of the class of 2020
What they would’ve worn
Seniors dress up in their prom looks despite Senior Ball cancellation
Senior Memories
A compilation of senior’s best memories from the 2019-2020 school year
For the first time
Step one in my journey to becoming a braver person
Soccer: a long lost love
Facing the reality of my relationship with soccer
I don’t dance
Facing my fear of humiliating myself through Bhangra
Being kinder
My journey to being kinder to myself when I am unable to meet my goals
Class of 2021 hosts ‘A Zoom to Remember’
Leadership students handle inappropriate comments made at their online prom
COVID-19 news coverage
In-depth coverage of COVID-19 at every level
Overthinking
Facing my fear of not belonging
School events cancelled because of COVID-19
Members of clubs and teams who qualified for international level competitions are unable to attend
Courage of the Stars
The story of the bravest person I’ve ever met
100 things to do when you’re bored while social distancing
50 activities to appeal to your normal side and 50 activities for your inner MVHS student
Persian Club increases the presence of Iranian Culture in the MVHS community
Students bond with each other through games involving Persian traditions and culture
Dream Day: An exploration of fleeting nighttime adventures
Three MVHS students recount their most vivid dreams
Tiny Love Stories
Five MVHS students and staff share small moments where they felt a lot of love
MVHS Course Selection Guide
Exploring student perspectives on every course offered at MVHS
Design It: How graphic design and traditional art mediums help with stress relief
Design It officers use various mediums of art to express themselves
Taking inspiration from the saying ‘Well behaved women rarely make history’
My journey to finding the courage to stand by my values and lift my voice
The rumors of an impending World War III: A breakdown of the situation behind recent US-Iranian Conflicts
MVHS students and teachers’ respond to the threats of a supposed “WWIII”
Students participate in annual Stanford Blood Drive
Stanford Blood Center addresses the low number of donors in the past few years
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
A timeline of events regarding WASC
Opposition to the Vallco Plan
Sand Hill Property reinitiates construction in Vallco Shopping Mall after passing of State Bill 35
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.
Journeys: three roads that crossed at counseling
MVHS’s four counselors share the paths they’ve taken that brought them to the counseling profession
Design It combats struggling with retaining membership and club engagement
DesignIt officers find new ways to promote their club to face the problems posed by low member turnout
[Video] Women’s Suffrage and the Voter’s Choice Act
The passage of the Voter’s Choice Act makes it easier for Californian voters to cast their ballot
Fighting for Rights
Exploring community members' struggles to assert their rights
Active shooter false alarm at Great America Theme Park
Mugging incident at Great America leads to rumors of shooter and causes mass hysteria
Dangers of the Web
Exploring the different facets of cybersecurity
Secondary School Reports: Tips from the Counselors
Counselors share their most valuable advice on how to handle the stress of the SSR process
The skin we live in
Students deal with the struggles presented by their skin
The F-Word: Failure
Examining the influence of failure in the MVHS community