
Aashi Venkat, Arts and Entertainment Editor

Seniors in 6 s’s
A closer look at the class of 2024 from a survey of 121 seniors

Chatterbox
How I learned to speak again

Quantity versus quality
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section explores the differing opinions regarding quantity vs. quality

Shelter-in-place held following shooting threat phone call
MVHS students and staff shelter-in-place before school

Taylor Swift fails to deliver with ‘THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT’
“THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT” and its surprise dual album “THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT: THE ANTHOLOGY” disappoint with repetitive lyricism and production

The book revolution
Members of the MVHS community reflect on young adult novels shifting in quality over the years

Pete Pelkey’s peculiar past
How economics teacher Pete Pelkey’s past job experiences shaped his view on life

Watch your step!
Students need to be careful about what they post and who they interact with online

“COWBOY CARTER” is an artistic sequel to “RENAISSANCE”
Megastar Beyoncé Carter gallops from soul to country in “COWBOY CARTER”

“eternal sunshine” is a vocal and emotional triumph, yet falters on other fronts
Ariana Grande’s seventh album shines in its vocals but suffers with its stylistic choices

Entering a new era
Students and staff comment on the rise of "girlhood" as seen on social and mainstream media

Dear Trisha,
A letter of gratitude for my older sister

“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” fails to meet expectations
The remake of the famed book series is ultimately a disappointment

Struck by Cupid’s arrow
It’s time to question the toxicity of how love is depicted in written media

‘THINK LATER’ paints heartbreak in a beautiful way
Tate McRae’s sophomore album is relatable and addictive

A grasp on reality
Examining how sensitive topics are portrayed in popular TV shows

Nessa Barrett’s Church Club For the Lonely Tour falls short of expectations
The pop singer’s minimalist concert promises a forgettable experience

Stylestruck
Taking a glimpse at the impact of fashion at MVHS

‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ delivers on all its promises
Taylor Swift’s fourth re-record is enjoyable despite its predictability

Surfers on board!
Juniors surf into Homecoming week with a “Subway Surfers” themed skit

Write this down!
Examining why the MVHS community writes poetry

‘GUTS’ is a sophisticated embodiment of teenage angst
Olivia Rodrigo’s second album triumphs over “sophomore slump” expectations

San Francisco Pride Parade 2023
Annual pride parade and festival celebrates LGBTQ+ community

Addressing the golden elephant in the room
Examining the relationship between wealth and academic achievement at MVHS

Prom 2023 lookbook
Taking a look into what students wore to prom

Man on the street: Unpopular opinions
Asking students what their most unpopular opinion is

All eyes on me
Uncovering the downsides of overusing Life360

Rod Sinks appointed as new FUHSD Trustee
Former Mayor Rod Sinks will fill the current Board vacancy

‘Jackman.’ falls short in everything but its lyricism
Despite its emotional lyricism, the album’s generic production categorizes it as bland

‘Ghosted’ is yet another generic action film
Though the movie has potential, it ultimately disappoints with its writing and production

And the Oscar goes to…
Examining how international films are popularizing in America

Staff stories: Blossoming into your own
AP Secretary Joelle Buscher shares two of her memorable childhood hobbies and her thought process behind discovering her passion