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Top 5 must-see movies

Top 5 must-see movies

Katie Freiberg Nov 14, 2013

Everyone loves a good movie, but we’ve all had times struggling to find that perfect film.  Whether you’re interested in partying with friends or having some quality alone-time, these movies will...

Artists of the week: Alternative albums of October

Artists of the week: Alternative albums of October

Emily Porat Nov 14, 2013

October was undoubtedly a good month in the world of alternative music, and three new album releases in particular were standouts.  Before every artist launches a Christmas-themed album, let’s take...

Losing icons

Losing icons

Allie Caccamo Nov 14, 2013

Our parents might ask each other, “Where were you when you heard about the death of Michael Jackson?” And in their signature hushed tones, they begin recounting stories of hearing the news over the...

10 Ways to help manage your busy schedule

10 Ways to help manage your busy schedule

Corinna Lee Nov 14, 2013

1. Keep breakfast Easy:  Consuming healthy foods to restore your body’s energy in the morning is necessary to have a great start to your busy day at school.  Whether its just a bowl of cereal and...

Photo taken by India Flinchum.

Best Rancho Runs For Every Skill Level

India Flinchum Nov 14, 2013

Running seems to be an activity people generally love or hate, but nonetheless, it is the most universal sport in the world.  No matter your age, gender, or skill level, almost any run can be modified...

The Top 5 Stone-Cold Killer Women of Literature

The Top 5 Stone-Cold Killer Women of Literature

Ethan Giles Nov 14, 2013

Books have always contained some of the darkest, most callous and unfeeling characters from the blackest corners of the human imagination--walking manifestations of the most horrifying qualities of mankind....

Photo courtesy to Conner Menden.

Menden Swims Island to Island: Local Senior’s 10 Mile Journey

Bethany Tinklenberg Nov 13, 2013

    On April 19th, 2013, Connor Menden, a senior at MVHS, undertook a feat of a lifetime - swimming in Hawaii from the island of Maui to Lanai. The swim was 10 miles and took him 3 months to train for. Menden...

Halloween Haunt 2013

Halloween Haunt 2013

Laura DeMassa Nov 9, 2013

As the spooky Halloween atmosphere slowly fades, it’s nice to look back at some of the events that made this Halloween so memorable. One of the most popular Halloween attractions was Halloween Haunt...

6 Apps to help you survive high school

6 Apps to help you survive high school

Avni Singhal Nov 9, 2013

1. Rescue Time Rescue Time allows you to block certain websites for a specific amount of time and log how much time you spend on different sites. It claims to give you back around 4 hours a week that...

Recreational Sports (continued from print)

Recreational Sports (continued from print)

Cynthia Moir Nov 8, 2013

For a majority of us, our parents  signed us up for recreational sports leagues by the time we start Elementary school in hopes for us to find a new hobby, meet new friends, or just a place to burn off...

MVHS families adjust via El Cafecito

MVHS families adjust via El Cafecito

Daniela Gonzalez Nov 8, 2013

Founded by bilingual community liaison Carmen Mercado,“El Cafecito” is a program that strives to support Latino immigrant families at Mountain View High School as they assimilate into the new culture....

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How to Make Asian Box at Home

Sofia Biros Nov 4, 2013

Since its grand opening about a year ago, downtown Mountain View’s restaurant, Asian Box, has hardly seen a slow day. Asian Box, which “bridges the gap between fast casual and your favorite neighborhood...

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