
Isabelle Kok, Arts & Entertainment Editor

20,000 people line up from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale in historic “No Kings” protest against the Trump administration
Pro-democracy protest takes place along a seven-mile section of El Camino Real

UC Merced’s recent R1 classification indicates their sharp growth in rankings
How UC Merced has risen in prestige throughout its 20 years in the UC system

Localcations
El Estoque explores attractions in the area

In Review: Volume 6, 2025
El Estoque's staff review recently released media, ranging from Netflix's newest romcom to Lil Tecca's latest single

Exploring San Jose Museum of Art’s cultural canvas
SJMA brings diverse voices to the heart of San Jose

A labor of love
Students’ perception of art as work prevents them from enjoying what they create

Beyond the surface
The influence of Black history and culture on modern arts and entertainment

In Review: Volume 5, 2025
El Estoque's staff review recently released media, varying from JENNIE's love hangover to Kendrick Lamar's controversial Super Bowl Halftime Show

A bite of Black history
Black-owned restaurants explain the influence of their roots in food

Creative currency
How capitalism shapes our art and media

Sealing the deal
How the design of food packaging captures consumer hearts

San Francisco hosts annual Martin Luther King Jr. march
Participants march a mile down Third Street in commemoration of King and the Civil Rights Movement

‘Moana 2’ is wholesome but afraid to rock the boat
The creation of the sequel lacks attentiveness, producing a predictable and disappointing storyline

‘Small Changes’ unravels the depth in the details
Michael Kiwanuka’s fourth album is a quiet memoir of dedication and mellow maturity

The hidden history of Santa Clara
Sally Beaupre illustrates her experiences volunteering at the Sunnyvale Heritage Park Museum

Commonwealth Club hosts journalism conference
MVHS journalism department staff travel to San Francisco to attend an educational reporting program

Homecoming 2024
Rewinding the 2024 Homecoming week

Mitski’s ‘The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We’ tour saves itself with emotional intimacy
Mitski captures hearts with pure lyricism and vocals in spite of a disappointing atmosphere

Class of 2028 transmits a dimension-distorting ‘Teletubbies’ skit
Freshmen display a tele-tubular Homecoming performance

Sip, sip, hooray!
Students share details and memories of their favorite drinks

‘CRAZY’ falls flat with a tepid, tame delivery
LE SSERAFIM loses the beat in its eccentric fourth EP

San Francisco Pride Parade 2024
The Golden City wraps up Pride Month with its annual LGBTQIA+ parade

Main Street magic
Students and staff share their experiences and opinions on Main St. Cupertino

Kush Mathur’s guide to sophomore year literature
Sophomore Kush Mathur reflects on running kites, sifting nectar and surviving World Lit

Retro-activity
MVHS students share their experiences with old models of media

The First Congregational Church of Palo Alto brings ‘Eras of Esther’ to the stage
FCCPA’s community production offers a unique musical mashup of Taylor Swift and the Bible

The bare minimum
California’s minimum wage raises for workers and fast food jobs have mixed effects on businesses and employees

‘Girls State’ falls victim to the female empowerment cliches it criticizes
Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine’s documentary sequel tells an average yet endearing chronicle of a teenage-run democracy

Pressing matters
Mountain View High School student journalists sue district and principal over alleged censorship issues

‘Unheard’’s transcendent artistry is a multifaceted creation
Hozier’s eighth EP is rich with diverse lyricism and instrumentals

Ricky Montgomery’s 2024 tour is much more than another Rick in the wall
'The Rick Tour’s' dynamic passion and intimacy was a complete experience

San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade 2024
San Francisco’s annual Lunar New Year celebrations welcome the Year of the Dragon into 2024

New year, same schedule
FUHSD decides not to implement an alternative schedule in the 24-25 school year

‘With YOU-th’ attracts with electric dynamism
TWICE’s energetic 13th EP succeeds despite its regression to conventionality

Playing it safe
Athletes use various methods to manage and prevent sports injuries

Dessert Detectives: Tong Sui
Reviewing popular menu items based on quality and taste