The Viking Post

Another MoVal Christmas Carol is in the Books

Angela Munoz, Staff Writer

December 10, 2018

The MVHS Theatre Department opened its 14th annual rendition of its play “A MoVal Christmas Carol,” which was directed by theatre teacher Mr. Shaw, Thursday night, the 6th, to commemorate the beginning of the Christmas season. The play, written by Jeffrey Shaw and Ashley Benjamin, is a parody of the ...

Angela Munoz

Another MoVal Christmas Carol is in the Books
Theater Department Puts Students to Work to Figure Out “Whodunnit” at the Murder Mystery Dinner

Leslie Casillas, Staff Writer

December 6, 2018

Despite a few bumps in the road, the theatre department successfully put on their interactive Murder Mystery dinner play on October 24th in the MPR. The theater’s Murder Mystery Dinner allowed the audience to participate in the play and help figure out who the culprit was. Everything from argu...

Leslie Casillas

Theater Department Puts Students to Work to Figure Out “Whodunnit” at the Murder Mystery Dinner
“Stereotypical Skateboarders”

Verania Diaz, Staff Writer

December 3, 2018

Out of many groups thats represent Moval’s student population, skaters compose a significant amount of those. Stereotypes that people are quick to assume about skaters are that they are potheads, they dress a certain way, are careless, etc . Some people seem to agree with these stereotypes and s...

Anthony Argueta, sophomore and skateboarder.
Verania Diaz

“Stereotypical Skateboarders”
MVHS’ Choir’s Haunted House a “Horror”-ible Success

Chloe Farquhar, Editor, Staff Writer

November 15, 2018

With the help of volunteers from several groups on campus, MVHS Choir hosted a haunted house to raise money for its’ department. The haunted house debuted on Tuesday, October 30 in the old guidance building and was reopened Halloween night. The haunted house was American Horror Story themed, and it was b...

Isiais Birts, junior, poses at the haunted house hosted by the choir. This year's theme for the haunted house was American Horror Story.
Leslie Casillas

MVHS’ Choir’s Haunted House a “Horror”-ible Success

December 3, 2018 • No Comments

On November 11th, MVHS observed Veterans day, a national holiday. Students across the nation had the day off from school. Many adults didn’t have to go to work either and spent the day barbecuing or relaxing at home with their families. I found myself doing the same thing, and just like most Americans, throughout the day I never even bothered to reflect what Veterans day was all about. Veterans day is regarded...

MVHS Students Celebrate Thanksgiving in a Variety of Ways

Stephanie Medina, Staff Writer

December 3, 2018 • No Comments

At Moreno Valley High School, Thanksgiving break took time from November 17 to November 25; many students celebrated it differently. “I think everyone spends the break in somewhat a same way,” Itzel Esquivel, sophomore, said. “We spend it with family. At least that’s what I think.” An example is how some students don’t celebrate holidays, and others always celebrate holidays. “Thanksgiving...

And the Teacher of the Year Award Goes To…

Teresa Gutierrez, Editor, Staff Writer

November 15, 2018 • No Comments

Mr. Warren, English teacher and basketball coach, has won the award for teacher of the year which was given during the Homecoming Football game. The nominations were announced during the first opening minutes of the event. Candidates included Mrs. Reyes, Mr. Holm, Mr. Yang, and Mr. Gallarzo. All four nominated teachers shared the same sentiment that they were honored to be chosen by the students as runner ups....

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Student Life

“Bears. Beets. Battlestar Galactica.”

Natalie Flores, Editor, Staff Writer

December 12, 2018

MVHS puts their own spin on Dunder Mifflin’s club from The Office: The Finer Things Club. The MVHS version analyzes films rather than focusing on books, but members may...

ASB Celebrates MVHS’ “Academic Idols” with Games, Food

Evelyn Alamillo, Staff Writer

December 10, 2018

ASB hosted an Academic Idol Assembly to reward students who’ve received a 3.0 or higher in the second semester during the 2017-2018 school year. This year the event...

Theater Department Puts Students to Work to Figure Out “Whodunnit” at the Murder Mystery Dinner

Leslie Casillas, Staff Writer

December 6, 2018

Despite a few bumps in the road, the theatre department successfully put on their interactive Murder Mystery dinner play on October 24th in the MPR. The theater’s Murder...

“Stereotypical Skateboarders”

December 3, 2018

And the Teacher of the Year Award Goes To…

November 15, 2018

MVHS’ Choir’s Haunted House a “Horror”-ible Success

November 15, 2018

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Writing Outside the Box

Twelve

Tabitha Solis, Staff Writer, Editor

June 6, 2018

First and foremost Promise me you will never go Where would I be if I hadn't met you? It was your voice that guided me Your words continue to play, constantly...

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Stop Using Video Games as a Scapegoat for School Shootings

Damian Yaxcal, Staff Writer

November 30, 2018

With the most recent school shooting, there came the questions on why he shot the school up. There were reports of him having mental illnesses and other things like that. Then on the news, some journalists...

Moving Graduation Due to Renovation of the Field is Unfair to the Graduating Class of 2018

Kayonna Williams, Staff Writer

November 30, 2018

The decision to renovate the field, which may end up causing the senior class of 2019 to graduate at either Valley View or Canyon Springs, has caused an upsetting uproar in the senior class. There...

“A Scary Time for Men” or Just More Injustice for Women?

Catherine Uriarte, Staff Writer

November 30, 2018

Donald Trump’s “scary time for men” comment sparked controversy and tension between men and women during #MeTooMovement. Comments like these need to stop, especially from people who are the face...

Voting is a Right We Must Exercise

Pedro Tapia-Hernandez, Staff Writer

November 30, 2018

The 19th amendment is a hallmark of our democratic nation. In order to achieve a good representation on where the people stand, both liberals and conservatives, it is necessary for Americans to vote. Most...

Teachers Deserve Better Pay

November 30, 2018

What We Should Be Learning in School (But Aren’t)

November 30, 2018

Rigid Gender Roles are Hurting Males

November 30, 2018

Equitable Lunch Options for Students

November 30, 2018

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