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Snapshots
Seniors share impactful people, moments and lessons learned from high school
Snapshots
Seniors share impactful people, moments, and lessons learned from high school
![Represent.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Untitled-design-18-900x600.png)
Represent.
Understanding the impact of diverse representation in various facets of the American entertainment industry
![Hyphenated Americans in Media](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BrianClaire.png)
Hyphenated Americans in Media
Examining how the hyphenated American experience is portrayed in films and TV shows
![50 Questions with Randall Holaday](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-16-at-12.00.07-PM-900x705.png)
50 Questions with Randall Holaday
In the 16th installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Randall Holaday 50 questions
![Victorine poses with his family on Halloween](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_0841-900x600.jpg)
A fraction of time
MVHS community members in different age groups reflect on the pandemic year in the context of their lives
![Competition Culture](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-24-at-8.37.14-PM-900x548.png)
Competition Culture
Exploring the experiences of students in our community who participate in various contests and competitions
Science
Students share about their preparation process and experiences taking part in science olympiads
![We should respect and value journalism, especially during times of crises](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Screen-Shot-2021-02-12-at-9.22.44-PM.png)
Power of the press
We should respect and value journalism, especially during times of crises
![Nostalgia revisited](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/BA26EC9A-7E9C-4CC7-AB72-1A2019A7FFDB-900x573.jpg)
Nostalgia revisited
Returning to childhood roots amidst a pandemic
![Two players cooperate in a football video game as an experimental form of therapy.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/jeshoots-com-eCktzGjC-iU-unsplash-900x600.jpg)
Game-changing therapy
Understanding therapist Monet Goldman’s unique approach to mental health in the video gaming community
![Senior Bassam Malik poses with his San Francisco 49ers jersey featuring defensive end Nick Bosa’s number.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/IMG_0668-506x900.jpg)
Faithful to the bay
MVHS Students recount their experiences as fans of the San Francisco 49ers
![Local teams fans](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/maddie.jpg)
Local teams’ fans
Students and fans share their connections to local Bay Area sports teams
![The boys water polo team celebrates its senior night in the 2019 season.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/A2D9ECD6-116D-43B9-82FA-6A2EFAA33823.jpg)
Multi-sport athletes
MVHS students discuss the benefits and disadvantages of playing on several school sports teams
![The front of the Standard Liquor store located in Los Altos.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/SL-900x675.jpeg)
Five juvenile females rob Standard Liquor in Los Altos
Examining the actions of LHS and MVHS seniors and teen alcohol usage in our school community
![Recreational sports during quarantine](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/claire2.jpg)
Recreational sports during quarantine
MVHS students and staff safely stay active despite COVID-19 restrictions
![From serving as bonding events to fueling athletes in reaching their maximum potential, food is an integral part of an athletes’ experience. Whether it’s increasing intake of specific food groups to compensate for dietary restrictions or making their own meals, MVHS student-athletes have taken their diets into their own hands to make sure they’re “fuelin’ up.”](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Package-cover-01-01-01-900x642.png)
Fuelin’ Up
Exploring how food affects athletes before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
![A Discourse: Black Lives Matter at FUHSD](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/EE-Website-BLM-Design-900x775.png)
A Discourse: Black Lives Matter at FUHSD
Community discusses the impacts of the movement in local schools
![Examining FUHSD funding differences](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/info-900x506.png)
Examining FUHSD funding differences
Monetary spending at all five sites in the district is unique
![Sheroes](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/dress.jpg)
Sheroes
Exploring the stories of inspiring women in the MVHS community
![Anthology editor and former Cupertino poet laureate Kaecey McCormick gives a speech recapping her experiences teaching workshops, judging contests and hosting readings. Instead of having the traditional poetry contest, McCormick decided to celebrate the end of her two-year term by publishing the anthology.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC_0108-2-900x600.jpg)
Community Poetry & Prose Night: A celebration of creativity
Cupertino community members share their experiences contributing to a city-wide poetry anthology
![50 Questions with Scott Victorine](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Screen-Shot-2020-02-08-at-3.39.30-PM-900x563.png)
50 Questions with Scott Victorine
In the eighth installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Scott Victorine 50 questions in his classroom
El Estoque: Behind the story
Unpacking El Estoque student journalists’ reporting process on story favorites
![Aging with the city: the older generation of Cupertino](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/OldGenCover-e1574582644829-696x900.jpg)
Aging with the city: the older generation of Cupertino
The older generation of Cupertino reflects on the formation of the bubble
![Sibling wars: The great sibling superiority debate](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/71186617_2423999701254089_4493695939592060928_n.jpg)
Sibling wars: The great sibling superiority debate
Debating whether the older or younger sibling position is more beneficial in the long run
![Students practice writing personality profiles in a NorCal Media Day session.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/DSC0042-900x598.jpg)
Journalism Education Association NorCal Media Day 2019
El Estoque gains exposure to other publications and professionals at annual journalism conference
![Marriage before love](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/71495241_2525552824167235_5763034650175864832_n-900x598.jpg)
Marriage before love
The MVHS community discusses arranged marriages and dating culture
![Sul & Beans: Sampling Sul & Beans’s most popular dessert items](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Screen-Shot-2019-09-17-at-9.32.56-PM-900x471.png)
Sul & Beans: Sampling Sul & Beans’s most popular dessert items
Sampling Sul & Beans’s most popular dessert items
![50 fresh faces](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/50-FRESH-1-900x900.png)
50 fresh faces
Students from the class of 2023 share their initial thoughts on MVHS
![Sul Searching: dessert cafe manager opens Sul & Beans and SomiSomi](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_6377-e1566887587364-900x600.jpg)
Sul Searching: dessert cafe manager opens Sul & Beans and SomiSomi
Dessert cafe manager reflects on opening two Main Street restaurants
![Fifty Not-So-Fresh Faces](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Screen-Shot-2019-05-12-at-10.01.49-PM-900x802.png)
Fifty Not-So-Fresh Faces
Seniors interviewed for Fifty Fresh Faces in their freshman year follow up on old questions
![Behind the budget: School Site Council 2018-19](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/cover-image.png)
Behind the budget: School Site Council 2018-19
Members of School Site Council share the work they have accomplished in the 2018-19 school year
![“Climate” Change](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-10-at-2.49.47-PM.png)
“Climate” Change
MVHS still has work to do after its 2019 Distinguished School honor
![We only make small talk](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-10-at-2.47.50-PM.png)
We only make small talk
Why we should be more open to conversing freely with strangers
![Response to New Zealand shooting sets precedent for U.S.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_1661-900x675.png)
Response to New Zealand shooting sets precedent for U.S.
Our country's inclination towards thoughts and prayers
![Engaging in intergenerational conversation: CSF volunteers at retirement home](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/DSC_0005-900x600.jpg)
Engaging in intergenerational conversation: CSF volunteers at retirement home
CSF volunteers learn from another generation as they participate in an arts and crafts social
![What I’ve learned from performing in piano recitals](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Good-morning-Quotes-5.png)
What I’ve learned from performing in piano recitals
How I began to combat my fear of failure and accept my mistakes
![An insight on School Site Council](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Screen-Shot-2019-02-08-at-6.36.05-PM-900x344.png)
An insight on School Site Council
Exploring the purpose of SSC at MVHS
![Making the right call](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/42283066152_2b64b41616_o-900x600.jpg)
Making the right call
High school students should consider what motivates them to play sports
![Working for the future](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/software-engineer-900x506.jpg)
Working for the future
Students craft their lives based on dream jobs - is it worth it?
![Planting trees for Silicon Valley](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/DSC_0022-900x600.jpg)
Planting trees for Silicon Valley
CSF volunteers gain greater appreciation for Our City Forest Nursery and environment
![We know how to party](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/celebration-concert-crowd-1154189-copy-900x553.jpg)
We know how to party
The varying party culture at South Bay Area high schools
![Four classes, one room](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/neonbrand-426918-unsplash-900x560.jpg)
Four classes, one room
Classes with students of varying grade levels offer inter-grade bonding
![A Fresh Start for MV Sprouts](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DSC_0046-900x598.jpg)
A Fresh Start for MV Sprouts
Officers and adviser discuss the club's history, current progress and hopes for the future
![Photo Illustration // Oishee Misra](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Brian-Brain-Graphic-729x900.png)
Supporting the staff
Teachers share their experiences with their own mental wellness
![Exams in motion](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FORMATIVES-1-360x900.png)
Exams in motion
Physics teachers and students discuss the effects of AP Physics 1 assessments and their weighting
![CSF Murdock Portal Movie Night](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/DSC_4532-900x600.jpg)
CSF Murdock Portal Movie Night
CSF members look forward to a new year of volunteering during one of first events of the year
![The buzz at school](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Screen-Shot-2018-08-31-at-2.22.47-PM-900x507.png)
The buzz at school
Students and staff share their opinions on the new bell schedules