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El Estoque

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El Estoque

The cast of "Mean Girls" poses together in the finale before the curtains draw. Photo | Kaia Yuan

‘Mean Girls’ takes the stage for two performance days

MV Drama holds its third performance of the school year
Sih Yu (Melody) Lin and Kaia Yuan
February 13, 2025
Twins and mother-son pair navigate school life together

Twins and mother-son pair navigate school life together

The unique bonds formed at MVHS through family relationships shape the experiences of both students and staff
Samuel Teo and Kaia Yuan
February 5, 2025
Resolutions in focus

Resolutions in focus

MVHS students and staff share what they hope to work on this year
Jason Chu and Kaia Yuan
January 31, 2025
Senior Dylan Hwang fights against a Lynbrook player over possession of the ball.

Varsity Girls Soccer narrowly falls to Lynbrook High School 3-2

Matadors lose momentum in the second half
Amberly Sun and Kaia Yuan
January 26, 2025
For MVHS musicians, holiday music brings cherished memories, festive traditions, and a sense of connection both on and off stage.

Unpacking holiday music traditions

MVHS musicians reflect on the impact of holiday music
Samuel Teo and Kaia Yuan
December 8, 2024
Beyond adding beauty to Christian and Catholic architecture, stained glass windows also serve to depict stories from the Bible. Similarly, Buddhism and Islam also incorporate communal art in their own unique ways, with Buddhists using mandalas and Muslims creating mosaics. Photo | Ellie Wang

Community is at the heart of religion

Gathering at a place of worship provides a sense of connectedness
Ellie Wang and Kaia Yuan
November 26, 2024
Athletic Trainer and Health Clerk Myesha Taylor helps stretch junior Kingston Jourdan during the football game against Lynbrook High School on Oct. 24

Do the risks of football outweigh the rewards?

Varsity Football players reflect on the possible health risks that arise in the sport
Ananda Singh and Kaia Yuan
October 28, 2024
Junior Zoe Laurelle anticipates the incoming serve.

Varsity Girls Tennis falls 4-3 against Los Altos High School

In a close game, the Matadors fall short despite an early lead
Niveda Hari and Kaia Yuan
October 26, 2024
Olympics Takeaways

Olympics Takeaways

67% of MVHS students watched the 2024 Olympics, here's what we can learn from it
In an attempt to keep the Olympics politically neutral, the International Olympic Committee decided to ban Russia and Belarus from participating – forcing athletes from those countries to participate without representing their countries.

MVHS students weigh in on controversies surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympics

MVHS students and staff speak on the separation of athletes from politics at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Raj Thapliyal and Kaia Yuan
September 29, 2024
Junior Monisha Preetham defends against a player, trying to move the ball further down the field.

Field Hockey falls to Fremont High School 5-0

Matadors struggle with making strong passes in their sixth game of the season
Grace Lin and Kaia Yuan
September 27, 2024
The softball team huddles up for a cheer after the game.

Softball falls to Cupertino High School 17-1

Matadors keep their spirits up despite the loss
Corinna Kuo, Amberly Sun, and Kaia Yuan
May 13, 2024
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