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Matthew Yoshimoto, Managing Editor
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The languages of MVHS
Showcasing different languages spoken on campus
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Redefining my grief
Reflecting on how I dealt with the loss of my dog
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The class of 2022
Seniors reflect on their experiences and memories at MVHS by answering various questions
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Trashing Our School
Exploring the different ways trash affects the MVHS community
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![When schools opened in August of 2021, California’s free lunch program increased the number of students who ordered school lunch, raising concerns about the impact of food waste on the environment.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Untitled-68-900x540.jpg)
Limiting food waste at MVHS
An explanation of contributing factors and ways to combat excess leftovers
![Senior Matvey Jenssen wears a self-made T-shirt with the phrase “no war” printed across the front in three languages: Russian, Ukrainian and English.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DSC_0018-900x600.jpg)
Reacting to the Russia-Ukraine War
Exploring student and staff perspectives on the humanitarian crisis
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The price of living in Cupertino
Examining how residents interact with the different aspects of housing in Cupertino
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Race in Sports
Exploring the different facets of race in sports
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![Junior and Varsity Girls Basketball captain Julianna Kimm stands before the Chinese flag.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/BB864A16-2CD1-4DE3-BBAE-BA2C3C4CE6B9_1_105_c-900x571.jpeg)
Representation in sports matters
Exploring how students are inspired by professional athletes of the same race
![MVHS alum Maya Tate '20 scales the rock wall in September 2021.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Remini20220201172308075-2-e1643767094396-900x784.jpg)
Scaling the rock wall
Exploring the journeys of three student rock climbers
![Senior and captain Hannah Baker wrestles an opponent from Mountain View High School during a dual meet on Thursday, Jan. 20.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/9CFAC5CB-1D5D-4BC4-8E14-F07634FD8E96-900x648.jpg)
Girls Wrestling secures fifth place in its first tournament in school history
Introducing MVHS’s first Girls Wrestling team and its three medalists
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Winter Sports
Exploring the different winter sports MV students play
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![Senior Sophia Chen takes a photo with her team during the competition, Ice Sports Industry Worlds, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_3987-e1638817058116.jpg)
Skaters glide on ice
Figure skaters reflect on their journey in the rink
![Senior and captain Mikey Tzankov dribbles the ball past an opponent from ARHS.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_0053-e1638570208434-900x565.jpeg)
Boys Soccer beats Archbishop Riordan High School 1-0
Matadors’ strong teamwork contributes to the win in their first preseason game
![Sophomore Matt Lau faces an opponent from IHS, with MVHS Cheer giving support from the bleachers.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/915A30F7-C95A-493C-BC02-DB8B51A806B2_1_201_a-900x613.jpeg)
Boys Basketball loses to Independence High School 67-65
Matadors lead for nearly the entirety of their sportsmanship game
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![Aryaman Verma prays to the deities while participating in a Diwali puja.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/IMG_4145-e1636987217931-900x687.jpg)
Celebrating Diwali
Shining a light on the holiday's significance and how it is celebrated
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Expressing love languages
Exploring how love languages play a role in the MVHS community
![Sophomore Sonia Verma's mom lights a brass diya in her home.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/DSC_0102-e1635544544258-900x696.jpeg)
Tasting the festivities
Students and staff share their favorite Diwali dishes
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Receiving gifts
Explaining the impacts of presents in the lives of students and staff
![Senior and captain Ashley Twu attempts to make her way around an opponent from HHS.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/IMG_5658-900x625.jpeg)
Field Hockey loses to Homestead High School 4-0
Matadors recognize their need to improve communication after the defeat
![Junior Rohin Inani poses next to his two recycling bins for discarded tennis balls.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-14-at-10.35.04-AM-e1634920081446-900x592.png)
Rohin Inani recycles tennis balls to create ‘green gold’
How a junior partnered with a nonprofit to install bins at the tennis courts for discarded balls
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![The Class of 2022 continues the tradition of senior breakthrough to start the Homecoming rally, led by MVHS Cheer.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-08-at-5.11.15-PM-900x502.png)
Classes compete in the Homecoming rally
The seniors win first, followed by the juniors, sophomores and then freshmen in the rally.
![Long-term substitute Stephanie Bodnaruk poses for a photo.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/IMG_3936-3-900x586.jpg)
Matador family adds members to its ranks
New staff share more about where they're coming from and what brought them to MVHS
![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
![Seniors Sophia Bokovikova and Cindy Zou celebrate after being crowned as the two members of Homecoming Royalty. Following the announcement, Homecoming court members exit the field and take photos on the side of the bleachers.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/IMG_3859-900x600.jpg)
Homecoming halftime performances showcase numerous groups
Matadors celebrate Homecoming royalty and enjoy Variations, Cheer, Marching Band, Color Guard and Dance shows during the Homecoming Football game
![Junior Greyson Mobley runs with the ball after senior Prathmesh Modi passes it to him.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/IMG_3873-3-1-900x599.jpg)
Homecoming 2021: Football falls to Los Altos High School 34-6
A close score in the first half ends with the Matadors’ defeat in their Homecoming game
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50 fresh faces
The Class of 2025 shares its initial thoughts about MVHS
![Senior Carolyn Huang dodges around opponents from Salinas High School.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/IMG_3527-2-900x601.jpg)
Field Hockey defeats Salinas High School 5-1
Madators solidify their first win of the season
![Senior Sophia Bokovikova poses beside her grandmother in Novosibirsk, Russia.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/IMG_5521-1-e1629597289163-675x900.jpeg)
Post-lockdown getaways
Students recount their first summer vacations following quarantine
![Junior Collin Ong drinks a Lychee Green Tea with tapioca pearls from Gong Cha Sunnyvale.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Boba-Collin-826x900.jpeg)
Bay Area faces boba shortage
Explaining how the tapioca pearl shortage has impacted local businesses
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Meet your officers
Introducing the 2021-22 ASB and class officers
![Senior Allison Leung and her teammate MVHS alumna '18 Demetra Williams practice their dives at MVHS' pool.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_5463_Original-900x600.jpg)
Women in sports
Exploring the experiences of women in sports in honor of Women's History Month
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Cross Country: MVHS competes in its first meet of the season
Varsity Girls finished sixth and Varsity Boys finished seventh in the league
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Don’t Miss Your Shot
Scientists used RNA technology to create the COVID-19 vaccine, yet its fast-paced development and distribution caused concerns about side effects as vaccines are administered to essential workers.
![Pascal Juang, M.D., and two of his colleagues hold Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine bottles.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Screen-Shot-2021-02-12-at-1.24.51-PM-900x718.png)
Phase 3: The Aftermath
Examining professional and student views on the recently released Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines
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Study Buddy tutoring continues throughout remote instruction
How students who need extra support are getting it during the pandemic
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Asking for help
Exploring the effectiveness of the Wellness Check-In form
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Permanent Resident: Immigration at MVHS
Following the immigration journeys of MVHS students and parents
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Student strategies for staying motivated
Exploring different methods of combating a lack of productivity during remote learning
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Remote learning’s impact on students
Exploring the benefits and drawbacks of distance learning versus in-person school
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Activism
Exploring the journeys of student, teacher and alumni activists.
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Zoom school replaces in-person learning during pandemic
Examining various perspectives about instruction through a screen
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A Discourse: Black Lives Matter at FUHSD
Community discusses the impacts of the movement in local schools