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The clock is ticking for TikTok: Student reactions to short-lived ban

The clock is ticking for TikTok: Student reactions to short-lived ban

Sophia Zhang, Staff Writer Jan 24, 2025

When users tried to open TikTok Saturday night, the words “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now” popped up front and center on their screen. TikTok was officially shut down in the United States,...

Find your fit: Spring club fair connects students

Find your fit: Spring club fair connects students

Annabel Chaw, Staff Writer Jan 20, 2025

Multi-colored posters, an assortment of candy, and the excited bubble of chatter filled the main quad as students advertised their clubs to an eager audience at MVHS’s semiannual club fair. At lunch...

Pirouettes and prose: MVHS TEDx 2024's dive beneath the surface

Pirouettes and prose: MVHS TEDx 2024’s dive beneath the surface

David Henri and Mitchell Eng Jan 16, 2025

Last Friday, students gathered in the theater to attend the day-long TEDx event, with the theme "Beneath the Surface." Student and adult speakers, interspersed with videos and games like Jeopardy and...

MVLA students announced as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

MVLA students announced as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

The Oracle Staff Sep 13, 2024

According to an MVLA press release, forty-three seniors from the MVLA High School District have advanced to the semifinalist round of the National Merit Scholarship 2025 competition.   A total of...

Photo Story: Spartan Pause returns to the Main Quad with fun and games

Photo Story: Spartan Pause returns to the Main Quad with fun and games

David Henri and Ava Li Sep 2, 2024

On Aug. 31, Spartan Pause returned to the main quad, offering opportunities for socializing and fun. With  free food and drinks in hand, Spartans could race each other in an inflatable obstacle course,...

Letter to the MVLAUSD administration

Letter to the MVLAUSD administration

Editorial Board Jun 3, 2024

This article was originally published in an Oracle print issue in May of 2024. Dear administration of the MVLAUSD, With the recent appointment of the new MVLA Union School District superintendent,...

At Filoli Gardens gift shop, Jefferson Salguero Argueta, from El Salvador, purchased a rose plant to add to his mother’s garden collection.

Photo story: A visit to Filoli Gardens

Lara Leon, Staff Writer May 21, 2024

On Friday, May 10, MVHS's ELD students traveled to Filoli Historical Gardens in San Jose. Students toured the estate and collected fresh fruits and vegetables to prepare and taste. The visit was one...

Photo story: Behind the scenes of Dance Spectrum's spring showcase

Photo story: Behind the scenes of Dance Spectrum’s spring showcase

Ava Li, Web Features Editor May 19, 2024

MVHS's Dance Spectrum performed their student-choreographed pieces to sold-out audiences on three nights, from May 2-4. The theme this year was "Digital Get Down," featuring songs like "I'm Just Ken"...

Courtesy of Addy Kopp.

Building a greener future: Green Team hosts Earth week

Myesha Phukan, In-Depth Editor May 1, 2024

Walking through the Science Quad on Thursday, Apr. 25, one would’ve seen students artfully adding to an Earth day mural with brightly colored chalk, while answering trivia questions related to the...

Photo story: Ambassadors host music festival themed Spartans PAUSE

Photo story: Ambassadors host music festival themed Spartans PAUSE

Cameron Fung and Max Teleki Apr 30, 2024

MVHS Ambassadors' wellness committee put on a music festival themed Spartans PAUSE Friday, Apr. 26. The event featured performances by MVHS’s own rapper, senior Lil Tommazi, and DJ, junior Jaz Livnat....

Photo story: MVHS musical performed to sellout crowds

Photo story: MVHS musical performed to sellout crowds

Carter Nishi, Photo Editor & Business Manager Mar 20, 2024

The MVHS Theater Department, alongside dance, band and choir performed “High School Musical'' from March 14 to 16, with sellout crowds in the final two performances. The musical featured senior...

Photo story: ASB's Battle of the Classes

Photo story: ASB’s Battle of the Classes

Carter Nishi, Ava Li, and David Henri Mar 5, 2024

MVHS's ASB hosted a Disney-themed Battle of the Classes last week with spirit days and lunchtime activities. The week culminated in a night rally on Friday which featured games and a trophy presentation...

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