Milpitas High School is a melting pot of cultures and religions, with students hailing from various parts of the world. However, the school calendar plans days-off primarily based on Christian holidays such as Christmas which arrives during winter break, leaving students of other cultures feeling excluded. I strongly believe thatContinue Reading
Tipping is a long-standing tradition, and yet there is still debate on whether people should tip at places like restaurants, cafes, and bars. Some argue tipping is unnecessary and should not be expected, but I believe that tipping at places is necessary because it not only benefits the service industryContinue Reading
Milpitas is cluttered with fast food places perfect for quick bites at almost any time of day, and after any event. One food item seems to remain constant throughout the majority of these places: french fries, the ultimate side dish to any meal. They go well with burgers, tacos, sandwiches,Continue Reading
The number of student opt-outs for the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) test at MHS increased significantly last year, impacting MUSD school ratings, Assistant Principal Amanda Gross said. According to the California School Dashboard, MHS is rated currently as “very low” for English language arts (ELA) and “ low” forContinue Reading
Recipe (3 servings) 1.5 tablespoons coconut oil 1 tablespoon milk powder (optional, recommended) 1⁄2 tablespoon cocoa powder 2 tablespoons sweetener (maple syrup, sugar, honey, etc) 1⁄4 cup water 1⁄8 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) Instructions First, turn up the heat to a medium-low temperature and place a medium-sized pan on theContinue Reading
Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” released as a sequel to the original “Black Panther” on Nov. 11, 2022 continues the series by showcasing various other characters despite the death of Chadwick Boseman. The beloved, original “Black Panther” released back in 2018 introduced Wakanda, a city rich in a metal knownContinue Reading
When the topic of pets comes up, one often thinks of the traditional dog, cat, or maybe even a bird. However, some students at MHS own pets a little out of the ordinary. Tortoises are known for their long lives and slow speed, and for senior Aarush Malik, his tortoiseContinue Reading
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) videos, part of an MHS, objective targeted towards bettering the student body’s mental health, are played in many classrooms during homeroom on Wednesdays; however, their efficacy remains questionable. The mental health counselors occasionally send SEL videos to teachers, Associate Principal Skyler Draeger said. The mental healthContinue Reading
Rating: 2/5 Starring well-known and renowned actors such as Dwanye Johnson and Noah Centineo, “Black Adam,” the latest DC superhero film released on Oct. 21, 2022, delves into a unique, yet substandard plot that leaves viewers dissatisfied. In a fictional Middle Eastern country, Kahndaq, the lead role of Black AdamContinue Reading
Since the 8th century onward, Halloween has been a major tradition of celebration and spirituality while also acknowledging ancient customs. According to history.com, “The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.” What we call Halloween todayContinue Reading