AI and society
El Estoque's Opinion section explores the impacts of AI on society
Olivia Zhang, Staff Writer
Artificial scrolling: The rise of AI-generated content on social media
From brainstorming essays to scrolling through “brain rot,” MVHS discusses Gen Z’s contradictory relationship with AI
Varsity Boys Volleyball wins 3-0 against Homestead High School
The Matadors returns from spring break with a victory after a one-week break
Varsity Boys Volleyball wins 3-0 against Lynbrook High School
MVHS sweeps LHS for the second straight time this season
Worth keeping
How my grandma taught me to hold onto memories and to appreciate unconditional love
Chinese teacher Zoey Liu wins the 2026 Teacher Leader Award
Liu reflects on her path in pursuing teaching
Sophomore Emerinne Denina furthers her passion for soccer through the Philippine U17 Talent ID camp
Denina discusses her nine-year journey in soccer, from early beginnings to earning a spot at the Philippine U17 Talent ID Camp
Fashion frenzy
The MVHS community reflects on the importance of fashion and the impact it has on their daily lives
All Aboard the MVDT Polar Express
MVDT holds its winter showcase and brings the audience to the North Pole
Winter wardrobe: How to stay cute in the winter
What MVHS is wearing to stay fashionable and warm this winter
The De Anza Farmers’ Market brings members from all over the Bay Area together
The market highlights small businesses with fresh produce and diverse goods
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
Varsity Girls Volleyball defeats Lincoln High School 3-0
The Matadors start the Central Coast Section playoffs with a quarterfinal win
Torn in two
El Estoque's Opinion section explores the negative impacts of political polarization on the MVHS community
We need to change our attitude toward political violence
With political violence on the rise, encouraging it will only fracture us further
Varsity Girls Flag Football defeats Wilcox High School 25-13
The Matadors pull through with another win as the season closes out
Ungraded, overlooked
Exploring the underappreciated opportunities and resources available at MVHS
Varsity Girls Water Polo falls 4-3 to Santa Clara High School
The Matadors are optimistic despite a narrow 4-3 defeat
MVHS students overlook school spirit and community building efforts
ASB strives to create school spirit despite MVHS’ academic focus
MVHS and Lynbrook High School transition into a shared marching band
Due to dwindling enrollment, the MVHS and LHS Marching Bands have combined for the 2025-2026 season