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Tackling the enrollment crisis
FUHSD navigates around issues caused by declining enrollment
![The addition of Proposition 28 provides additional funding for MVHS arts departments, helping to continue sustaining these courses.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-06-01-at-6.07.09-PM-900x649.png)
Keeping the arts alive
How declining enrollment and Proposition 28 are affecting the arts department
![Students share their experience with three traditional instruments — the tabla, pipa and mridangam.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-31-at-9.54.21-AM-900x504.png)
Playing traditional music
Students share about playing cultural instruments
![The series follows Din Djarin and Grogu traversing the galaxy.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/the_mandalorian_s3_1_6e2bbafc-900x506.jpeg)
“The Mandalorian” season 3 under-delivers
The hit series returns with heightened stakes but lowers expectations
![Graphic | Sonia Verma](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Untitled_Artwork-2-900x900.png)
Blowing out candles
Students share their thoughts on businesses catering to birthday parties
![Iris, played by junior Ananya Nadathur, stares solemnly at the floor as Gretta Good, played by senior Jiya Singh, attempts to lift her spirits.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IMG_8200-2-900x600.jpg)
MV Drama opens its curtains to its production “Still Life With Iris”
The department holds its 2023 Spring Production
EE Tries Sports: Football
El Estoque competes against the MVHS Varsity Football team in Flag Football
![Countdown to Spring: MVHS Late Winter Events Keep Spirits High](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-03-183853-900x351.png)
Countdown to Spring: MVHS’ Late Winter Events Keep Spirits High
Diving into the preparation behind various student-involved happenings
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Behind the scenes: MVSNL
Examining the process behind producing Monta Vista Saturday Night Live
![Kwons graphic designs for SVYCA](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Shot-2023-02-03-at-8.58.41-AM-894x900.png)
Activism in Art
Uncovering how the Cupertino community advocates for issues through their artwork
![50 Questions with Josh Kuo](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Shot-2023-02-03-at-9.41.12-AM-900x504.png)
50 Questions with Josh Kuo
In the 22nd installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Josh Kuo 50 questions
![Artwork by senior Stephanie Zhao for the Youth Environmental Power Initiatives environmental justice art exhibit.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/E5E549C3-5F72-4D25-AA0F-AAB0F5956C20-1-900x637.jpg)
Artistry in activism
Exploring how students at MVHS use Instagram for advocacy through art
![Always Connected](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Untitled-design-1-900x900.png)
Always Connected
Looking into the MVHS community's issues with social media
![Twitter is set to receive significant changes following Elon Musks $44 billion takeover.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screen-Shot-2022-11-11-at-9.42.28-PM-900x502.png)
Jumping down the rabbit hole
Students and staff share their thoughts on the state of Twitter
Man on the Street: What’s your Halloween costume?
Showcasing the MVHS community’s Halloween spirit.
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Homecoming 2022
A recap of Homecoming 2022 at MVHS
![Freshmen and Homecoming Court members Courtney Masli and Shivansh Kelkar celebrate on stage during halftime. Photo by Krish Dev.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221014-IMG_9222-900x586.jpg)
Homecoming 2022 winds down under Friday night lights
Performances and Homecoming Court ceremony held during halftime
![With scripts in hand, seniors Jaewon Shim (right) and Darpan Singh (left) practice their lines for the skit.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2023-skit-rehersal--900x600.jpg)
Setting up Homecoming Week
Examining the process for preparing class skits
![The Matadors prepare themselves in anticipation for Fremont High School’s offensive play.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/fotball-900x569.png)
Football loses 17-13 against Fremont High School
Matadors miss a game-winning touchdown in the final minute of the fourth quarter
![Over recent years. there has been a growing discussion about law enforcement and their role in American society.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/20220812-IMG_4276-1-e1662438040130-900x832.jpg)
Shifting opinions around SROs
Recent Student Resource Officer contract renewal sparks controversy
![One last time](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/oldmap3-900x675.png)
One last time
Delving into the senior trips students at MVHS go on
![Dr. Strange examines different worlds in the multiverse using his magic.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/ssd1080_comp_v198.1074-900x377.jpg)
‘Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ lives up to its name
The latest MCU movie provides entertainment despite a messy plot
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Unlearning pressures at MVHS
Exploring how students ease academic strain
![Jake Gyllenhaal and Abdul-Matteen play brothers Will and Danny Photo | Universal Pictures](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ambulance-review-900x600.jpg)
“Ambulance” drives past its welcome
Mediocrity defines most aspects of the film
![Graphic by Mikaylah Du](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Fast-Fashion-graphic-900x600.png)
Guilt off the rack
Addressing the guilt students face from fast fashion
![The Batman investigates a crime scene and searches for clues. Photo | Warner Bros.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/QMXj0AlY_o-900x506.jpg)
‘The Batman’ is a nuanced take on a classic character
A refreshed iteration of the caped crusader exhilarates
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The bathroom breakdown
Reviewing popular bathrooms at MVHS to find the best one
![The ink drawing depicts a personified mushroom residing in a densely populated forest.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Carbone-Artwork-766x900.jpg)
Artists share excerpts from their portfolios
Students delve into photography, painting and drawing
![Parallels between cinema in the 1970s and modern movies](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1-2-690x900.png)
Parallels between cinema in the 1970s and modern movies
Exploring the roots of contemporary films from the decade
![Forza Horizon 5 offers players freedom through an open-world experience. Photo courtesy of Microsoft](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ForzaHorizon5_Launch_Preview-06-1x1_WM-1-900x506.jpg)
‘Forza Horizon 5’ provides endless enjoyment
The newest version of the motorsport game lets players explore its setting of Mexico in great detail
![Paul Atreides trains to eventually take his fathers place. Photo courtesy of Legendary and Warner Bros.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/dune_image-900x506.jpg)
‘Dune’ attempts too much at once
Villeneuve’s adaptation fails to tell a complete story
![James Bond, now retired, in Jamaica. Photo courtesy of MGM](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/NTTD-scene-1-900x601.jpg)
‘No Time to Die’ stakes its claim as the ‘most emotional Bond film’
007’s latest endeavor pushes the envelope to show more of his humanity
![Members of the Color Guard pose for a photo before their performance in the first football game of the season.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/241696764_353645436455727_1888482125115596646_n-900x675.jpg)
Color Guard transitions to in-person practices
Exploring the change in meeting style and its effect on the Color Guard team