The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) has remained optional for most colleges in the nation ever since COVID-19, which largely impaired students’ ability to take the test. However, the past year has revealed a new trend in both private institutions like Yale University and even public schools, like University of TexasContinue Reading
During the Feb. 13 MUSD board meeting, Superintendent Cheryl Jordan proposed that MUSD should cut spending by approximately $2.1 million for the 2024-25 school year to reduce deficit spending and perform cost management. Recommended programs to be cut included one full-time equivalent (FTE) employee in the MHS Navy Junior ReserveContinue Reading
With many indoor school sports seasons taking place at the same time, along with other extracurriculars, MHS is in need of better facilities—more specifically, a second gym. The large gym serves many different sports teams. The basketball, badminton, and wrestling teams use it for practice and for home games. SinceContinue Reading
Therapy is an extremely effective method for treating mental disorders. Those suffering from serious mental illnesses, especially teenagers, should always get therapy instead of replacing it with other alternatives such as pursuing a hobby, as it would really help them in the long run. In the U.S., a therapy sessionContinue Reading
Sex education is intended to inform us on matters relevant to nearly all stages of our lives that we may not learn about elsewhere, as certain topics are avoided by parents and are not typically talked about on the internet. School should be a place where questions about difficult orContinue Reading
Some classes only have flat letter grades while others have pluses or minuses. Some classes round up, while others directly change letter grades according to class performance. Even teachers who teach the same subject will often have different policies for their class. The lack of grade standardization at MHS ultimatelyContinue Reading
After new vegan options were introduced in the school cafeteria, many vegetarians and vegans were excited to finally have a proper meal during lunchtime. However, the availability of vegan options on the menu has become scarce, according to senior Satvika Iyer, who worked with district nutrition managers to create theContinue Reading
In the ongoing debate over whether schools should confiscate electronic devices, a key question emerges–does the current practice compromise students’ autonomy and their right to personal property? Under the current phone policy, MHS teachers can confiscate phones and have them sent to the office to be held for various durationsContinue Reading
Almost every student on campus owns a cell phone and other devices such as headphones and smartwatches. Electronic devices, when used inappropriately in classrooms without permission, lead to disruption of the learning environment and cause distractions. Therefore, teachers should have the ability to confiscate electronic devices when necessary. If studentsContinue Reading
Recommendation letters written by teachers are an integral part of applying to college for most seniors. According to The Atlantic, the practice of using artificial intelligence (AI) to write recommendation letters has become more common among teachers all over the world, sparking debates among the global academic community. While manyContinue Reading
Many students rely on teachers recommendation letters, a requirement for the application of many colleges and universities. The letter vouches for the applicant ’s positive qualities and characteristics, including their academics and personality, to show colleges the positive contributions the student wouldmake to their campuses. Recently, some teachers have beenContinue Reading
When I attended Rancho Milpitas Middle School, students would eagerly check out books and interact with our designated librarian, Mr. Chiu, who, ironically, was a math teacher but a big advocate of reading. Students would look forward to round-table discussions at monthly book club meetings and the potluck that accompaniedContinue Reading
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