![Let the games begin](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_8699-900x720.jpg)
Let the games begin
Seniors compete in student-run games
![Learning to procrastinate](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Untitled-design-1-696x900.png)
Learning to procrastinate
Facing toxic productivity
![Examining how different types of accents affect people’s perceptions of others and themselves.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Untitled-design-2-900x754.png)
Accented
Examining how accents affect people’s perceptions of others
![Examining initiatives in place at MVHS to help English Language learners](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/feature-image-1.png)
A new language, a new world
Examining initiatives in place at MVHS to help English Language Learners
![Pedestrians cross one leg of the Bubb/McClellan intersection during the walk phase of the Pedestrian Scramble](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Shot-2023-02-08-at-2.57.11-PM-900x367.png)
Scramble to amble
Examining the effects of the new Pedestrian Scramble
![50 Questions with Julia Satterthwaite](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Shot-2023-02-06-at-12.22.18-PM-900x505.png)
50 Questions with Julia Satterthwaite
In the 23rd installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Julia Satterthwaite 50 questions
![Reviewing California laws passed for 2023](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/REVIEWING-CALIFORNIA-LAWS-PASSED-FOR-2023-1-900x600.png)
Reviewing California laws passed for 2023
Hundreds of new statewide measures took effect on Jan. 1
![2022 News Recap](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Untitled-design-900x506.png)
2022 News Recap
Reflecting on the biggest news events of each month
![Students in the ACT program plant flowers, fruits and vegetables using SSC funding.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/IMG_5880-900x600.jpg)
Funding new projects
School Site Council grants new funding requests after transitioning from the pandemic
![Students from the University of Southern California march around USCs campus to protest Mahsa Aminis death and the lack of womens rights in Iran.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/IMG_5790-900x696.jpg)
Reflecting on the Iran protests
Iranian community members share their perspectives on the uprising
![Junior Vatsel Srivastava lifts his bike over other bikes to move through the racks.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bikepic-900x632.jpeg)
Overstack of the rack
Investigating the impact of bike rack overcrowding
![Korean-American lawyer Ingrid Yun fights to make partner in a white patriarchal law firm.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mmPtM-900x506.jpg)
“Partner Track” falls short in its attempt at representation
The Netflix series fails to portray multifaceted narratives
![Teachers take on new positions](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Screen-Shot-2022-08-12-at-4.22.37-PM.png)
Teachers take on new positions
Examining how students and teachers adapt to position changes
![Photo by Kayla Henderson-Wood | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/unnamed-900x600.jpg)
Questioning Authority
Examining changes in authority through strikes and leadership transitions
![Photo by Kayla Henderson-Wood | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/unnamed-900x600.jpg)
Oakland teachers strike to protest school closures
Examining the reasons behind the strike and its connection to MVHS
![Photo from FUHSD](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/GrahamClark.jpg)
Graham Clark is appointed as the next FUHSD Superintendent
Deputy Superintendent Graham Clark will replace Polly Bove following her retirement
![The methods of communication that people use — voice pitch, voice tone and body language — can affect the way people perceive professionalism.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Untitled_Artwork-900x675.jpg)
Subconscious communication
Exploring the effects of verbal and nonverbal communication in professional settings
![While sitting on the gym floor during Challenge Day, students played a game in which the objective was to keep a giant volleyball in the air.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_3266-900x606.jpg)
Taking an inside look at Challenge Day
A timeline of activities throughout Challenge Day and the impact it left on participants
![Chit-Chat](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_0752-1-900x566.jpg)
Chit-Chat
Exploring various types of conversations in our community
![Released on the first day of spring, Red Velvet’s newest EP offers the perfect bright songs to start off the spring season.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/194820_1355058.png.1000x1000_q95_crop-smart_upscale-900x900.jpg)
“Feel My Rhythm” is a spring gem
Red Velvet’s new mini album combines sugary bops with dreamy vocals
![The Valero gas station on De Anza Boulevard prices almost reached $6.00 on March 12. Photo by Angela Zhang](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Image-from-iOS-5-675x900.jpg)
Gas prices reach record highs as Russia-Ukraine War continues
Examining the effect of Biden’s sanction on Russian oil and gas in Cupertino
![Feedback feels uncomfortable](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IMG_0762-900x602.jpg)
Feedback feels uncomfortable
Reflecting on my feelings of awkwardness when giving and receiving criticism
![MVHS looks to enact long-term mental health changes](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Social-Emotional-Learning-900x506.png)
MVHS looks to enact long-term mental health changes
Examining new actions taken by the SEL taskforce
![In the face of crime](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/8-1-1-900x643.png)
In the face of crime
Examining the impact of crime and community reactions to it
![Junior Iona Xia stands in the tree pose.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screenshot-325-900x599.png)
Teachers implement mental health practices in classrooms
Examining how teachers directly promote self care
![Addressing climate change](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/image-1-900x900.png)
Addressing climate change
Examining the approach to climate change on four different levels
![Analyzing the results of 2021 United Nations Climate Conference and the absence of Russia and China](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/newsglobal-900x900.png)
Countries tackle climate change at COP26
Analyzing the results of 2021 United Nations Climate Conference and the absence of Russia and China
![Man on the street: Should we celebrate Thanksgiving?](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Dark-Modern-New-Song-Youtube-Thumbnail-900x506.png)
Man on the street: Should we celebrate Thanksgiving?
Discussing whether the holiday should be observed given its history
![Sophomore Ace Chow wearing his football gear | Photo Courtesy of Ace Chow](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/244559416_222675483110235_2142731288404653959_n.jpeg)
Preparing for the big game
MV athletes share different ways that help them get ready before their game
![Athletes share about how they got into their sports](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Untitled-design-1-1-900x900.png)
Athletes share about how they got into their sports
Comparing and contrasting images of athletes from then and now
![The Phillips proudly pose after winning bronze at a preseason tournament in freshmen year.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C85934BE-BB13-479C-BD8F-F2C94EB63630-675x900.jpg)
Team Phillip
Twins Matthew and Thomas Philip reflect on playing soccer together
![Teammates by Chance](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-pdf-900x506.jpg)
Teammates by Chance
Exploring the impacts of playing the same sport as a family member
![X1 was the other group impacted by immediately disbanded after the confirmation of rigged voting in Produce X 101. Visual by Priscilla Cho](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/IMG_1344-900x600.png)
Is ‘Girls Planet 999’ rigged or reality?
Unpacking controversies surrounding Korean idol survival shows
![Coach Eachus encourages the team during halftime.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/halftime-900x600.jpg)
Field Hockey falls to Saint Francis High School 0-7
MVHS stays on defense throughout the game