They’ve been thrifting before you
Saman Ali, Op/ed Editor
March 4, 2019
A new trend popular amongst some Monte Vista students is “thrifting”. Thrifters shop at thrift stores, garage sales, and flea markets in order to purchase interesting and different items at a generally cheaper price. One passionate thrifter at Monte Vista is senior Shania Sandher. Sandher’s passion...
Move aside Lady Gaga, a “Planetz” was born
Mason Hanshaw, Staff Writer
March 4, 2019
With the release of two original singles, a singer at Monte Vista is reaching for the stars. In early January, Monte Vista sophomore Katelyn Huie dropped her first single titled “Rubix Cube” on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. As her artist name “Planetz”, Huie has close to 120 monthly...
LAX taken to another level
Lauryn Leong, Staff Writer
February 28, 2019
Most people would think of either soccer and basketball when it comes to Israel. However, one Monte Vista student didn’t go there to play either, but instead lacrosse. It began in fifth grade, when junior Tori Morris’s dad asked her if she wanted to go out for ice cream. Of course, she...
The force that keeps MV athletes healthy
Claire Chu, Managing Editor
January 15, 2019
When athletes are injured, support from family members, spirit from the team, and self-tenacity often expedites the healing process. However, another factor significantly quickens recovery: athletic trainers. Students must pass one year of Monte Vista’s sports medicine class and be recommended...
Nigerian exchange student brings educational awareness
Claire Chu, Managing Editor
January 15, 2019
Exploring a new school in a different country offers new perspectives of education disparities around the world. A Nigerian exchange student joined Monte Vista this year in hopes to help the education system in his home country. Junior Obinna Kenneth was born in Benue State into the Igbo tribe....
You ‘woodn’t’ believe it
Allison Hughes, Staff Writer
January 15, 2019
Anyone who drives on the curvy Diablo Road has seen it ‒ the big painted tree stump that reflects the seasons and holidays of the year. From summer seashells to Halloween horrors, the tree trunk has been painted over the course of one year. Not only is it a warming sight to see, but many people...
She ain’t no drag
Sumin Lim, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2018
Despite its name, this definitely is no drag. While most people play soccer, or dance, or ride horses, sophomore Leigha Miller does something completely out of the ordinary. She drag races. Drag racing falls under the category of motor racing in which cars or motorcycles race on a short...
The secret ingredient to Monte Vista’s success
Lauryn Leong, Staff Writer
November 14, 2018
Founded in 1965, Monte Vista has become a distinguished school known for its excellent academic and extracurricular programs. But what made all of this possible? The main reason is the staff. When it comes to hiring school staff, Monte Vista wants the best of the best. I mean, how could Monte...
Musty returns with high spirit
Claire Chu, Managing Editor
October 8, 2018
After he galloped away for several years, Monte Vista’s mascot, Musty, makes his way back to rallies, football games, and dances with energy and excitement. Dating back to the opening years of Monte Vista, Musty made his first appearance. He remained a vital part of the school environme...
Award-winning scientist enters teaching scene
Raquel Montelindo, Feature Editor
October 8, 2018
Highly acclaimed scientist. Check. Stanford professor. Check. Founder of a successful technological company. Check. The new physics teacher at Monte Vista checks off nearly all boxes on any spreadsheet. David Rakestraw is a new member of the MV science department. Along with teaching phys...
MV welcomes the god of wine
Jacklyn Taylor, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Bones. Skeletons. Humans. The foundation of our body lies between the walls of high school. The man who was a chiropractor and is now an Honors Anatomy teacher who plans to make education humerus. The famous new teacher Dionysus Perez, the Greek god of wine is a huge hit at Monte Vista. Th...
MV students emerge with a gaming company
Robin Hyun, Feature Editor
March 14, 2018
A game design company consisted of over 40 Monte Vista High School students has made its appearance known this school year. The company hopes to bring games in various platforms like PC, console, and mobile within the next two years. The company, Far Realms Gaming (FRG), was created by junior Brendan...
