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The Stampede

The official news publication of Monte Vista High School.

The Stampede

The official news publication of Monte Vista High School.

The Stampede

“The Queen has retired”

“The Queen has retired”

Cameron Roth and Gabby Ceccarelli October 14, 2019

   Influential rapper Nicki Minaj announced she will be retiring from her fifteen year long music career to start her family.       Mostly known for her crazy alter egos including Barbie Balla...

Who owns Spider-man?

Who owns Spider-man?

Anjana Dasam, Staff Writer October 11, 2019

     Our beloved Spiderman was getting pulled away from Marvel Studios and the biggest debate was whether Spiderman is owned by either Sony or Disney. We know that before, Sony and Marvel have each...

A complete guide to the songs “that beat the block” in 2009

Raquel Montelindo, Feature Editor March 4, 2019

    It’s been a decade since the iconic year of 2009. Are these songs and artists a thing of the past? Are they still relevant ten years later?     According to Billboard’s Hot 100 List,...

The four members of the “Step Back” band performs at the San Ramon Teen Rock Band Showcase. Although they did not come out on top, they received one of the top votes.

Teen rock bands showcase to support mental health

Claire Chu, Staff Writer March 4, 2019

     Fifteen youth rock bands performed at the San Ramon Community Center on Jan. 26 to promote mental wellness and offer resources to teens.     As teenage stress heightens in the Bay Area...

Lights, Camera, Live-Action

Lights, Camera, Live-Action

Adya Agarwal, Staff Writer January 15, 2019

As if their wallets weren’t big enough- Disney plans to continue taking over the box office with movies such as Aladdin and The Lion King, both set to release in 2019. I don’t think there...

Rami Malek headlined 'Bohemian Rhapsody' as he played Queen's former lead singer Freddie Mercury.

Is this the real life? Or just a fantasy…

Mason Hanshaw, Staff Writer January 15, 2019

The movie that caught us all in a landslide could very well be an escape from reality. The November 2018 biopic release Bohemian Rhapsody hit hard in theatres everywhere, and according to ABC News,...

Rapper Killy at Phoenix Concert Theatre on March 8th, 2018.

New Filipino Rapper Drops a Banger

Saman Ali, Op/ed Editor November 13, 2018

​   Soundcloud rappers seem to never truly receive their fame. However, new Filipino rapper, “Killy” or Khalil Tatem, has begun to gain popularity. With his release of the song, “Killimonjaro,”...

The haunted house heavily relies on paintings. In order to fit this years theme, MV art students "CarnEVIL," designs ranged anywhere from clowns, to bloody hand prints, haunted carousels, and so much more.

Behind the Screams

Alexa Andris, Staff Writer November 13, 2018

The Monte Vista Haunted House dropped jaws across campus yet again. The three-day long event, hosted mainly by Monte Vista’s Drama department, took place during October 25-27 from 5-9 p.m, and brought...

Bye Bye, Big Bang Theory

Bye Bye, Big Bang Theory

Nicholas Whiteaker, Online Editor and Business Manager October 9, 2018

One of television's most renowned sitcoms goes out with a big bang after 12 successful seasons. The Big Bang Theory became a hallmark of  “nerd culture” and will be remembered for pronouncing the...

Crazy Rich Asians: A step towards diversity

Crazy Rich Asians: A step towards diversity

Lauryn Leong and Adya Agarwal October 3, 2018

  Video courtesy of Warner Bros Pictures and YouTube      Crazy Rich Asians, a bubbly and charming movie, has managed to capture the hearts of audiences everywhere, while still encapsulating...

The entire cast lines up to take a final bow on closing night of their production, "In the Heights." The show was sold out as all of Monte Vista's arts programs contributed.

Drama production soars to new heights

Lauren Edelman and Mikayla Flores, News Editor and Op/Ed Editor March 13, 2018

If you haven’t had “Come see the show!” shouted at you at one point or another while you were inside a hallway, classroom, or while going to the bathroom, then you most likely are not a student at...

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Review

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Review

Anthony Santa Maria, Staff Writer January 30, 2018

   The latest installment of the Star Wars saga, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, was released this past December to an eagerly awaiting fan base. The Last Jedi racked up the second largest North American...

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