NMIXX delivers a “Heavy Serenade” of sound and synergy
The ever-maturing group is unafraid to experiment with unique sonic textures while demonstrating vocal prowess and seamless harmonies
Emma Ma, Staff Writer
In Review: Volume 7, 2026
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, from rising sing-songwriter SIENNA SPIRO’s tender single “The Visitor” to the Oscar-nominated RAYE’s recent album “THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.”
MVHS students and alumni discuss their majors in the arts
Students and alumni pursue creative careers in film, music and animation
Varsity Boys Tennis falls 5-2 to Homestead High School
During the last game of the regular season, physical fatigue and player absences hinder the Matadors from winning
In Review: Volume 6, 2026
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, from rising sing-songwriter SIENNA SPIRO's tender single "The Visitor" to the Oscar-nominated RAYE's recent album "THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE."
Immigrant students discuss how they chose their names
Immigrant MVHS students reflect on their relationship with their English and birth names
Varsity Boys Tennis clinches a 4-3 victory against Gunn High School
After two close tiebreaker wins, MVHS pulls through at home
Varsity Boys Tennis secures a 4-3 win over Cupertino High School
Despite a match being postponed due to court damage, the Matadors pull through to clinch a tight victory
‘Where the Wildflowers Grow’ is all petals, no roots
Terah Shelton Harris’ latest novel is weighed down by unnecessary flourishes and shallow characterizations
In Review: Volume 5, 2026
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, from Harry Style's first single in two years “Aperture” to the album that was originally set to be released in Sept. 2025 "Icon" by Brent Faiyaz
Grind culture at MVHS
The MVHS community discusses the causes and effects of grind culture
In Review: Volume 4, 2026
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, from Luke Chiang's "say that!" to heartwarming rom-com "People We Meet on Vacation"
How political controversies are impacting the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Amid rising excitement for the Cup being hosted at Levi’s Stadium, concerns about political influence over the organization surface
Varsity Girls Basketball falls 48-42 to Scotts Valley High School
The Matadors fall behind due to a slow start
In Review: Volume 3, 2025
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, from enticing musicals like "Wicked: For Good" to mellow indie tunes like The Neighborhood's "(((((ultraSOUND)))))"
Let’s go fishing
MVHS fishermen share the challenges and rewards of their hobby
Winnie Liang shares her experience playing the guqin
The guqin is a traditional Chinese instrument with over 3000 years of history
FoodEEs Ep. 3: Bevri
Bevri brings rich Georgian specialties to Cupertino’s dining scene
In Review: Volume 2, 2025
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, from jazzy love songs by Olivia Dean to confident pop singles like "TIT FOR TAT"
How social media algorithms are shaping language and expression
MVHS students discuss the effects of circumventing content restrictions with modified language
No strings attached
Finding joy in the sport I once hated helped me leave my self-imposed “unathletic” label behind
In Review: Volume 1, 2025
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, ranging from the hit Netflix movie "KPOP Demon Hunters" to Sabrina Carpenter's controversial "Man's Best Friend"
How vibe coding is shaping the future of CS
Students and local professionals weigh in on how AI is changing the software landscape
‘KPop Demon Hunters’’ crowd-pleasing nature cannot hide its lackluster plot
Netflix’s new hit movie, though entertaining, fails to deliver in its characters and storytelling
Supreme Court rules for LGBTQ+ book opt-outs
The ruling contradicts FUHSD’s opt-out policy