El Estoque

Not so easy: being a feminist in today’s age

Shuvi Jha • November 24, 2019

How overused platitudes of empowerment oversimplify the feminist movement

The S-word: the prevalence of slut shaming at MVHS

Shuvi Jha and Ayah Ali-Ahmad • April 12, 2019

“She was wearing a bralette; what did she expect?” “What a whore; she’s slept with four guys.” “She is such a slut; she deserves all this.” lut shaming refers to the practice...

The mixed aftertaste of Sarahah

Aditya Dash • August 19, 2017

Sarahah, an anonymous messaging app, crosses the line between honest and hurtful

Students show silent support for LGBTQ youth

Kristin Chang • April 15, 2014

Gay-Straight Alliance hosts successful Day of Silence on April 11, allowing students to reflect on issues restricting LGBTQ youth.

Response to motivational speaker once dubbed ‘world’s ugliest woman’ reveals disproportionate focus on beauty

Eva Spitzen • January 22, 2014

‘Beautiful’ should not be our go-to complimentary adjective when praising females.

Bullying at MVHS: How can we fight bullying at MVHS?

Neha Ramchandani • October 29, 2013

Peer Counseling president Simone Becker provides her insights on how to effectively combat bullying at MVHS.

Bullying at MVHS: How are you involved in bullying?

Namrata Ramani • October 28, 2013

Assess your understanding of the different aspects of bullying.

Bullying at MVHS: Matadors say sorry

Tanisha Dasmunshi • October 28, 2013

MVHS students apologize for past wrongdoings.

Bullying at MVHS: A bullied victim recovers through communication

Kristin Chang • October 24, 2013

Despite the trauma of a bullied childhood, one MVHS junior’s recovery proves that life gets better. [dropcap1]C[/dropcap1]lose your eyes and take three long breaths. Keep your arms still, your...