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News
District concert unites student musicians across grade levels at MHS Gym
The 19th Annual District Concert took place on April 9 in the MHS gym, featuring performances by students from the…
AFC Partners with League of Women Voters to Expand Student Participation
Action for Change (AFC) held a voter registration drive on April 7 and 8. The goal of the event is…
CLOG community service approval process created, students no longer able to receive hours for donating to drives
All club and organization (CLOG) community service must be pre-approved by College and Career Specialist Alcina Rosas, students cannot receive…
Opinions
Zoos harm animals, have limited benefits
For generations, zoos have been marketed as a place of education and observation. As kids, we see zoos as a…
Zoos are beneficial for animals, public
Zoos have long been the summer destination of family vacations and fun-filled field trips during the school year, and for…
Social media shouldn't be treated like personal diary
People have become too comfortable on the internet. Gone are the days where there were constant warnings of stranger danger…
Features
Trojans pull themselves up with calisthenics
Although calisthenics — a type of strength training that utilizes one’s body weight — is not taught in our P.E.…
Photography teacher Ian Danielson manages two separate businesses
Before becoming a photography teacher, Ian Danielson had many jobs over the years that taught him many real world skills…
Senior Jayden Luo gets under car hoods
Senior Jayden Luo’s first car, a 2006 Volkswagen Passat that he bought for $300, blew up on the highway due…
Sports
Badminton team shows teamwork, growth
Ever since the season began, the badminton athletes have been constantly improving in physical skills and as a team, badminton…
Varsity boys basketball team won its first CCS title in decades
The varsity boys basketball team won its first CCS title in decades, and it is because of the hard work…
Boys varsity volleyball team’s performance reflects how prepared the athletes are that day
Every day is different for the boys varsity volleyball team and the team’s performance reflects how prepared the athletes are…
Lifestyle
Collectors mingle at East Bay Card Show
The East Bay Card Show was held March 7-8 at the Santa Clara Convention Center, where hundreds of card collectors…
How to make meaningful high school memories
Many students go through all four years of high school without considering that it’s a unique period of your life…
Satisfy seasonal drink cravings with accurate recreations
A lot of people have experienced cravings for limited time drinks that are not in season. It sucks when your…
Entertainment
Nintendo ports Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen to both 'Switch' consoles
Recently, Nintendo celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise by releasing the Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen games for the…
Memetic Warfare harms, desensitizes serious issues
In the traditional sense, memes are supposed to be lighthearted and humorous content that are floated around the internet. However,…
Mitski's 'Nothing's About to Happen to Me' tries unconventional style, but fails to impress listeners
Mitski released her eighth studio album, “Nothing’s About to Happen to Me”, filled with 11 songs about isolation and finding…
Spread
Forensic science offers glimpse into world of crime
While some people enjoy watching criminal detective shows or true crime documentaries, others actually plan to solve these crimes in…
How Sherlock Holmes redefined detective fiction, captivated entire world
Tall and lean. Ink-stained hands. “His whole expression an air of alertness and decision,” as Dr. John Watson put it.…
Impact of 'The Backrooms'
Have you ever been in a place that unsettles you, a setting that gives you a sense of dread and…