![Tatiana Yoo (12) submitted Started With A Box to the NUMU Los Gatos ArtNow exhibition. Yoo responded to the prompt In Transition with a piece reflecting on childhood wonder.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/5989D298-7E96-4B2F-8A81-0A177CD7DECD.jpg)
Award-winning artists
Prestigious MVHS artists reflect on their journeys
![Graphic by Leah Desai](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_2625-1-1200x849.jpg)
Artistic ambitions
From self-expression to building community, MVHS students utilize art for many different purposes
![The cast poses alongside the band and vocalists at the end of the show.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_2874-1200x900.jpeg)
‘Cirque du Soleil: Kooza’ delivers a magical and heart-racing experience
World-renowned performance company Cirque du Soleil arrives in San Jose with a new vision
![Photo illustration by Amberly Sun](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Fixing-our-flaws-1200x675.png)
Toxic Vista: Fixing our flaws
El Estoque's Opinion Section examines the factors and effects of a "toxic" school environment
![Monta Vista students often feel pressured by the high academic standards the school holds.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_3109-1200x900.jpeg)
Work to the top till you drop
Students need to find balance to live fulfilling high school lives
![Kid, played by Patel, stands amongst a crowd in Yatana. Photo courtesy of Monkeypaw Productions](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/monkey-man11-1200x600.avif)
‘Monkey Man’ provides a visceral, modern take on Hindu mythology
Actor Dev Patel’s directorial debut is a monumental arc for cultural representation
![Senior and Varsity 3 Boys Doubles player Saketh Korrada prepares to serve the birdie.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC_0591-408-1200x800.jpg)
Varsity Badminton loses to Lynbrook High School 25-5
The Matadors fall to reigning league champions
![Graphics by Amberly Sun](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/export-3-1200x960.png)
Fearing the inevitable
El Estoque's opinion section unpacks long-term fears in the lives of the Monta Vista community
![College and Career Advisor Rogelio Calderon works during the school day. Photo by Sagnik Nag Chowdhury](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_1919-1200x900.jpg)
A “major” decision
Students address their conflicts and questions regarding picking a life path
![Chani, played by Zendaya, embraces Paul, played by Timothée Chalamet. Photo by Warner Bros. Pictures](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rev-1-DUN2-38301r_High_Res_JPEG.jpg-1200x676.webp)
“Dune: Part Two” raises the bar for the sci-fi genre
Director Denis Villeneuve’s long awaited sequel innovates with breathtaking visuals
![Photo by Sagnik Nag Chowdhury](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_1223-1200x900.jpg)
The cost of fresh food
Small Cupertino businesses struggle to stay afloat amid high rent and cost of living
![Unfolding Cupertino City Limits](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/last-one.png)
Unfolding Cupertino city limits
El Estoque's Opinion section examines how housing, entertainment and restaurants in the area affect the community
![Senior and shooting guard Ruchir Banerjee defends an opponent in the paint.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DSC_0195-2-2-1200x798.jpg)
Boys Basketball narrowly falls to Leland High School 58-50
The Matadors lose momentum as the game enters overtime
![Reflecting on modern values](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Featured-image-reflecting-on-modern-values-copy.png)
Reflecting on modern values
Analyzing opinions on changes in societal views
![Senior Niku Sedarat prepares to pass the ball to a teammate.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_4690-2-1200x800.jpg)
Girls Soccer defeats Prospect High School 4-3
The Matadors gain momentum in the second half to secure the game
![Monta Vistas library is an example of one of the many resources where a student can receive information on sex education.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/7493E773-5096-4E1E-9AB4-F701343B3738.jpeg)
Examining sex education
How students advocate for themselves to receive comprehensive sex ed
![Hopeful Tendencies](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-21-225807.png)
Hopeful Tendencies
Examining the role that hope plays in the MVHS community
![Sophomore and forward Sean Foo defends an opponent.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DSC_0591-342-1200x798.jpg)
Boys Basketball falls to The King’s Academy 58-42
The Matadors lose the sportsmanship game
![The featured poster of “The Marvels”, showcases the leading trio. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. Used with permission.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/TM_Payoff_1-Sht_Printed_v7_lg-H-2023.jpg-1200x676.webp)
‘The Marvels’ is a failed attempt to propel the Marvel Cinematic Universe forward
The convoluted and lackluster plotline fails to innovate
![Time out! Ep. 9: Gracie Lee](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1FC52545-F5A2-4CC1-BB14-7C65C0F4855C.jpg)
Time out! Ep. 9: Gracie Lee
Following Gracie Lee's journey in dance
![The Larger than Life album cover features a comic style depiction of a NUWO shoe, Faiyazs clothing brand, destructing a city. Photo courtesy of ISO SUPREMACY.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/brent-faiyaz-larger-than-life-Cover-Art.jpeg)
‘Larger than Life’ is a disconnected mess larger than life
Faiyaz attempts to deliver the positive aspects of his previous discography but fails to produce a solid record
![Junior Tvisha Jain attempts to gain possession of the ball from an opponent.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSC_0591-270-1200x798.jpg)
Field Hockey falls to Palo Alto High School 2-0
Despite putting up consistent effort, Field Hockey fails to win on senior night
![What are you hopeful for?](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3AD229DC-4979-48DF-8FA5-F707A7FCB657.jpeg)
What are you hopeful for?
Delving into the MVHS community's short-term and long-term hopes and goals
![Freshman and setter Kylee Mark sets the ball to junior and middle blocker Samantha Tong, who prepares to spike the ball.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSC_0591-258-1200x798.jpg)
Girls Volleyball beats Sequoia High School 3-1
Girls Volleyball starts off strong in the first two sets and regains momentum to win the fourth set
![“For All the Dogs” album cover depicted a dog, drawn by Drake’s son, Adonis Graham, who is also featured on fifth track “Daylight.”](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sub-buzz-1951-1696606999-3.webp)
‘For All the Dogs’ seems to suffer an identity crisis
While Drake attempts to bark back with his latest album, he falls short with a redundant project
![Select your passion](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Add-a-headng-1200x1007.png)
Select your passion
Exploring the niche passions of MVHS
![50 Fresh Faces](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screen-Shot-2023-09-29-at-6.48.07-PM.png)
50 Fresh Faces
The Class of 2027 shares its impressions of MVHS
![Cafeteria Crackdown 2](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screenshot-2023-09-25-at-8.54.04-AM.png)
Cafeteria Crackdown 2
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section assesses school brunches
![Miriam Law poses in KCDCs performance in the Korean American Student Association showcase at Cupertino High School. Photo courtesy of Miriam Law | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/64346F19-B598-435A-90D9-A6D063BAB132-1200x1039.jpeg)
The Law of fashion
Learning about senior Miriam Law’s passion for all things fashion and style
![Rathore flaunts one of the many looks he sports in the film. Photo courtesy of Red Chillies Entertainment | Used with permission.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screenshot-2023-09-10-at-8.21.21-AM-1200x798.png)
‘Jawan’ points out flaws in India’s government system with a powerful message
With stunning visuals and a diverse cast, Jawan tells a compelling story
![Junior Tvisha Jain dribbles past her opponent in the first quarter. Photo by Manas Kottakota](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/DSC_0591-239-1200x798.jpg)
Field Hockey falls to Branham High School 5-1
Field Hockey continues to prepare for the regular season, but fails to maintain its positive momentum
![MV Bhangra jumps in unison during their performance in the show “Spotlite on India.” Photo by Krish Dev](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1562-900x600.jpg)
Style on stage
Exploring how MVHS sports teams utilize clothing in their performances
![Junior and setter Henry Hu sets the ball to the middle hitter. Photo by Sagnik Nag Chowdhury](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Image-5-4-23-at-2.58-PM-900x596.jpeg)
Boys Volleyball falls to The Harker School 3-0 on its senior night
Matadors narrowly lost two final sets 22-25 and 23-25
![A few of the memoirs from the movies my dad and I watched in theaters together. Photo by Sagnik Nag Chowdhury](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/104689EF-7D79-48EF-83A1-8F19A95A2BB9-900x675.jpeg)
A cinematic connection
Examining how movies brought my dad and I closer
![I think you should...](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/I-1-900x720.png)
I think you should…
Exploring the MVHS community's opinions on giving and receiving advice
![Chang with her grandma and grandpa. Photo sed with permission by Kayla Chang.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1D3E8DB0-28D7-48E8-8174-1C8D3619E2C7-601x900.jpeg)
Who inspires you?
Delving into MVHS students’ biggest inspirations and role models
![History teacher Robyn Brostowicz with her two children. | Photo by Robyn Brostowicz](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/C082DDBC-115A-4DEA-9459-A0FC51645334-900x675.jpeg)
The peaks and pitfalls of parental advice
Exploring MVHS student and staff opinions on receiving advice from their parents
![Ramachandran watches the Tamil film Ponniyin Selvan: I
Photo by Sagnik Nag Chowdhury](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/99A9B8FF-95DB-413E-9847-1997387C9ED2-900x677.jpeg)
Art: a universal language
Exploring MVHS’s connection with art in their foreign language
![Behind the Scenes: Singing Valentines](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/sv-900x501.jpg)
Behind the Scenes: Singing Valentines
Exploring the process behind putting together Singing Valentines
![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
![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
![Senior Varshini Peddinti shields the ball from a PHS defender as she dribbles down the court.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Copy-of-0d721d83-3b81-4a49-a69b-539da2f2808c-1-900x600.jpg)
Girls Basketball defeats Prospect High School 49-27
Matadors maintain a strong lead to take home their eighth win of the season
![From farm to table](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screen-Shot-2022-11-23-at-9.31.28-AM-900x900.png)
From farm to table
Exploring the processes and people behind the food we eat at MVHS
![50 Questions with Michael Lordan](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/86EDB668-E66D-4F9E-AC8C-DA64E4DE650D-900x506.jpeg)
50 Questions with Michael Lordan
In the 21st installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Michael Lordan 50 questions
Cafeteria Crackdown
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section assesses school lunches
![50 fresh faces](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/50-Fresh-Faces-1-900x720.png)
50 fresh faces
The Class of 2026 shares its initial thoughts about MVHS
![General Nanisca gets ready to charge in the battlefield. Picture used with permission from TriStar Pictures](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/The-Woman-King-Viola-Davis-750x400-1.jpeg)
‘The Woman King’ delivers both action and heart in a solid Hollywood Blockbuster
The story of a historical all-woman battalion entertains
![CHS senior Rohan Tirumala went to UC Davis Young Scholars Program to learn more about medicine. Photo courtesy of Rohan Tirumala.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-08-at-10.45.18-PM.png)
“The grind never stops”
FUHSD students continue their learning at summer programs