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Emily Tran performs “Our Hope” by Mandy Moore.

Mt. Eden Hosts Annual Talent Show

Elisandra Hampton, Copy Editor April 29, 2024

On April 12, Mt. Eden hosted a talent show consisting of seven acts. The judges of each performance were Steven Elliott, Marie Butler, and Jasmine Maharaj. The winners were Emily Tran, Kael Flores, and...

Mt. Eden Regional Occupational Program outside of the ROP building.

ROP Competes in Hacking Tournament

Itzel Esquivel, Staff Writer April 29, 2024

Eden Area ROP is a career opportunity school in Hayward. High school students from the region can attend programs geared toward career development. HUSD has students from all four high schools including...

Black’s Health Cabinet logo.

Eating Well, or Eating Like Hell?: Grains 101

Layla Black, Graphics Editor April 29, 2024

What we eat is important when considering a healthy diet, but what is in our food can be more important than the type of food we eat. For example, when shopping at Costco, Safeway, Trader Joes, or even...

An overachiever sulks over a 98%.

Chronic Overachieving: The Source of Students’ Burnout

Aundrea Mabana and Sofia Cordoba April 29, 2024

When the word overachiever is mentioned, a mental image of an overworked, ambitious person with every accomplishment under the sun is what typically comes to mind. Despite their young age, many high school...

On the left, Cecil’s 1/6 burger with fries. On the right, the  Grilled Chicken Burger with fries.

Cecil’s Famous Burgers: Still Famous?

Layla Black, Graphics Editor April 29, 2024

On West Tennyson Road sits a vintage diner with outdoor seating and eating arrangements. Cecil’s Famous Burgers was known for its delicious burgers back in the 1980’s when it was founded, givingCecil’s...

Pupuseria Y Taqueria Los Cocos nachos.

Restaurant Review: Pupuseria Y Taqueria Los Cocos

Layla Black, Graphics Editor March 18, 2024

On the corner of Industrial and Mission, an unassuming restaurant nestled in your average drugstore and salon plaza, Pupuseria Y Taqueria Los Cocos stands out as a gem for those in pursuit of authentic...

Theater performs at the PAC Soft Opening

Behind the Curtain

Layla Black and Sofia Cordoba March 18, 2024

English and theater teacher Tracy Phillips has been working in education since her twenties, although her journey at Mt. Eden began in 2005. Phillips’ theater course teaches several core topics, which...

Signing Off From Social Media

Layla Black, Graphics Editor March 18, 2024

As humans of an advancing society, we tend to lean towards social media in favor of social interaction due to its easy release of dopamine and overstimulation of color and content. Due to this, social...

Mt. Eden Senior and Influencer Nishi Prasad. “Do what makes you happy.” Follow @nishisbouquet and 
@antiquethrifts on Instagram!

Influencers: From Santa Claus to the Kardashians

Sofia Cordoba, Co-Editor March 18, 2024

Before 12 year-old Sephora girls, there has been a long string of influencers dating back as early as the 18th century. Many don’t realize that the word “influencer” is a title for many occupations,...

Snooze, Don’t Scroll

Itzel Esquivel, Cartoonist March 18, 2024

Social media is a big part of our lives and its overuse causes negative impacts, including affecting the way we sleep. The usage of social media can significantly disrupt someone’s sleeping schedule...

Sofia Cordoba’s (11) wacky earring collection. Sofia has been collecting for 7 months.

Blinging Up Your Life

Sofia Cordoba, Co-Editor March 18, 2024

Fashion is a serious business where accessories have the power to transform outfits and lift spirits, one specific accessory being eye-catching earrings. Wacky earrings aren’t just another piece of dangling...

BASU planning committee for Black History Month.

BASU Showcases Black History Month at Mt. Eden

Catherine Escoto, Co-Editor February 28, 2024

February marks the annual celebration of Black History Month (BHM) in the United States. Observed from February 1st to February 29th, the month was chosen as a celebration of  Fredrick Douglas and Abraham...

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