Skip to Main Content
The official news publication of Monte Vista High School.

The Stampede

The official news publication of Monte Vista High School.

The Stampede

The official news publication of Monte Vista High School.

The Stampede

We don't get F's just for failing any more. Some teachers leave F's in the place of missed tests, even if the test can't be made up for a long time.

Tests are the best

Matt Nardoci, Staff Writer March 12, 2014

We all have that moment where we wonder, “Is it really worth it to just make up this test later?” While it sounds like a great idea since you get more time to study, some teachers’ tests aren’t...

Prom is coming shortly. Among all of the anticipation, many juniors have not finalized all of their elaborate prom plans. Above all, make sure that you have your tickets!

Prom drama

Samantha Teshima, Staff Writer March 12, 2014

Prom is almost upon us. Juniors, particularly junior girls, are stressing out about all of the exciting prom plans--getting dresses and accessories, planning out transportation, etc. However, prom also...

Off Campus Adventures...Not Worth It?

Off Campus Adventures…Not Worth It?

Reilly Olson, Staff Writer March 12, 2014

San Ramon has it, so why can’t we? The age old question surrounding the off campus lunch debate has plagued MV students for years. But would being able to go off campus for lunch actually be such a good...

The SLS AMG electric drive shows the true potential of electric power, but this technology does not come cheap ($700,000)

Electric powered?

Chris Bortolon, Staff Writer March 10, 2014

  Gasoline and cars go together like fish and water, you rarely have one without the other. However, new technologies in both automotive and electrical engineering may be starting to bridge the gap between...

Lucky number 6?

Lucky number 6?

Chris Bortolon, Staff Writer February 12, 2014

The iPhone has left a legacy of its own, from the original 2 all the way through the 5s, Apple has continued to remain on the cutting edge of technological development, but many are now asking, ‘what’s...

Students on the gap year program "Amigos de la America" jump for joy in Columbia. The program offers trips around South America for youth.

The perks of a gap year

Abi Gilson, News Editor February 12, 2014

For the majority of high school students it is assumed that once graduated,  we must attend college in the immediate fall semester because well- what else would we do? There is an alternative option of...

The Prom Dilemma

Kiara Miltin, Staff Writer February 12, 2014

Ladies calm down… It’s only prom! It’s safe to say that any girl has the right to get ready for prom, but at times, some girls rush to get ready a little bit too early.There are various forms of...

This image is taken from the popular viral video, published by Dove, titled "The Evolution of Beauty". The video tracks the steps and measures taken to transform a model into the image plastered onto billboards and advertisements. In the image above, the obvious editing and distortion of the true image of beauty is made prevalent.

The distortion of beauty

Gabby Rodriguez, Staff Writer February 12, 2014

The dictionary defines beauty as a quality present in a thing or person that gives intense pleasure or deep satisfaction to the mind, whether arising from sensory manifestations, meaningful design or pattern,...

Recently, a "Plastic Surgery for Barbie" app has been taken off of iTunes. It threatened young girls' self-images and caused many protests, specifically by parents.

Barbie gone bad

Samantha Teshima, Staff Writer February 12, 2014

    There used to be an app called “plastic surgery for Barbie,” available on iTunes. However, it was taken off due to the potential negative effect on young girls.     The app is rated 12+...

See it through my lens

Gina Matteo, Op/Ed Editor February 12, 2014

The 21st century is consumed with the fight for social rights and equality for all. People all over the world are uniting to stomp out stereotypes. The media tells you to “be proud of where you are from”...

“No press is bad press”

“No press is bad press”

Kristin Chang, A&E Editor November 20, 2013

     As early as 2003, the widely popular store Urban Outfitters, has been releasing rather offensive products.      Starting with “ghettopoly” - a ghetto version of monopoly - to one of the...

Thanksgiving truths

Gina Matteo, Op/Ed Editor November 20, 2013

    Whether it’s the turkey and stuffing on the dinner table or being surrounded by family, Americans love their Thanksgiving.     Thanksgiving has always set the mood for people across the...

Activate Search
The official news publication of Monte Vista High School.
Op/Ed