AI and society
El Estoque's Opinion section explores the impacts of AI on society
Meghna Dixit, Arts & Entertainment Editor
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.”
AI Detectors Ep. 4
MVHS students and staff attempt to detect love letters written by AI
Debunking myths about AI’s impacts on the workforce
Krishna Rupanagunta discusses how the workforce will be affected by AI
Rahiti – Hālau Hula O Keli’ikoanuiokeao performs at the Cupertino Library in honor of AAPI month
Rahiti celebrates Polynesian cultures through stories and authentic performance in various songs, dances and instruments
RepresentASIAN
Exploring the influence, impact and perseverance of Asian culture in the Bay Area
Outspoken
How writing columns has helped me find my voice and face my feelings
The Bay Area’s Persian community shares the significance of celebrating Nowruz
Speakers featured at the Cupertino Library describe traditions and the importance of teaching culture
Outside the frame
Exploring the impact of unconventional art on the MVHS community
From Earth to art: The significance of pottery to the MVHS community
Pottery sets itself apart from other art forms through its functionality and unique connection to the Earth
In the making
How prioritizing my hobbies has allowed me to lead a more fulfilling and well-rounded life
Fashion frenzy
The MVHS community reflects on the importance of fashion and the impact it has on their daily lives
MVHS Saturday Night Live 2026 entices audiences with top-tier humor
Hosted by Megan and Shawn Voigt, MVSNL featured 18 skits ranging from pop culture to politics
Between the lines
How literature taught me to be inquisitive about others’ experiences, shaping my perception of myself and others
Sentiment in stone: How jewelry is adorned in memory
MVHS explores sentimental jewelry and the impact it has on their lives
10 frequently asked sex education questions
Freshman Biology teacher Lora Lerner answers questions regarding STIs, birth control, period pain and more
What’s cooking?
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section explores the importance of cooking to the Bay Area
Mylapore brings South Indian culture to the bay
The expanding Indian restaurant chain emphasizes traditional south Asian ambiance and cooking
Thinly veiled
How I came to terms with my body image
Local Native Americans showcase cultural songs and dances at the Cupertino Library
Native Americans from the Navajo tribe and the Northern Plains region teach the community about authentic Native American culture
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"
Staff compete against each other for the best department-wide Halloween costume
MVHS holds the first staff Halloween costume contest since the COVID-19 pandemic
Unmasked
How I learned to use makeup to enhance my features instead of hiding my authentic self
The Class of 2028 puts on an out of this world Homecoming skit
Sophomores perform an action-packed Star Wars-themed skit featuring Monte and Darth Toro in an epic battle between good and evil
Homecoming 2025
El Estoque's Arts & Entertainment section documents Homecoming 2025
Scandals in sandals
El Estoque's Arts & Entertainment section explores 2025's problematic summer
Summer 2025 in review
A brief recap of popular albums released over the summer
Defined curls, defined me
How my curly hair journey helped mend my broken confidence
Growing pains
How coming to terms with my diagnosis has helped me redefine normality
2025 Prom Lookbook
Students provide insight into the planning behind their prom outfits and tips for future Prom-goers
Baer Blacksmith shop provides community education
Blacksmiths share about the value of learning to build something with your hands
What summer stereotype are you?
Take this personality quiz to decide which summer persona you conform to
Deportation and defunding threats silence student activists’ voices
Addressing the ongoing threat towards the First Amendment rights stripped from non-citizen student activists
“The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie” does nothing to blow the minds of audience members
The Looney Tunes movie has a haphazard plot built off of the desperation to be comedic
Emotional maturity strengthens our community
We need to learn to effectively communicate about our emotional differences
Dessert Detectives: Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea
Reviewing popular menu items based on quality and taste
Department of Education reverses Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students
The MVHS community reflects on LGBTQ+ safety following the reversal of Title IX protections
Journalism teacher Julia Satterthwaite wins the 2025 National High School Journalism Adviser of the Year
Columbia Scholastic Press Association awards El Estoque adviser with the national honor
“The Great Shift” is a great joke: Why the TikTok trend is insulting to Indian women
The MVHS Indian community discusses how the trend undermines Indian women and their beauty
In Review: Volume 4, 2025
El Estoque's staff review recently released media, ranging from LiAngelo Ball's first shot at music to Tate McRae's new pop experiment
‘Jumping on the bandwagon’ leads to ignorant beliefs
We need to break free from the toxic cycle that lures audiences into agreeing with popular ideas and hinders the development of personal opinions
Negative is the new normal
We need to address the normalization of negativity in everyday conversation in the MVHS community and take initiative to create a more positive environment
The fall of movie theaters
Movie theater closures have led to a decline in movie theater customers
Coco and Clair Clair’s ‘Girl’ tour charms audiences with an exciting yet down-to-earth performance
The duo’s high energy balances out the poor audience etiquette and lack of visual effects
Homecoming from another lens
MVHS students and staff share experiences leading up to the 2024 Homecoming week
Choreographers share the process behind planning the 2024 Homecoming skit dances
A look at the 2024 Homecoming skit dances and the type of work that goes into them
Turning baking into bank
Sophomore Elva Tang discusses the growth of her cookie business
Mandatory implementation of Ethnic Studies delayed until 2025-2026
As Ethnic Studies enters its second year of pilot, MVHS community members reflect on its impact