![Photo courtesy of Olivia Gao | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14-15-Olivia-2-1200x900.jpeg)
Last hoorah
MVHS seniors discuss the new opportunities they pursued this year
Pedestrian protectors
Discussing the role of crossing guards in student safety
![Former El Estoque adviser Michelle Balmeo poses alongside the EE head editors holding the first issue of the 2011-2012 school year. Photo courtesy of Michelle Balmeo | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/295803_10150453632303502_793385817_n.jpg)
Turning the page
Former adviser and editors reflect on their time on El Estoque
![Sophomore Advaith Anand gets feedback from principal Ben Clausnitzer on his group’s SEEC project.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DSC_0392-e1712593932633-1200x900.jpg)
SEEC seeks to create a safe and inclusive environment at MVHS
Social Emotional Learning and Equity Coalition members reflect on their experiences on the committee
![Sophomore Tashvi Bansal gets feedback from YAB Communications Specialist Taarini Chopra during one of YABs biweekly meetings.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-09-at-2.28.55 PM-1200x900.jpg)
Creating community
Cupertino Youth Activity Board members share their experiences
![The new Health and Ethnic Studies curriculum focuses on highlighting diverse narratives and stress management skills.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-03-08-at-10.41.07-AM.png)
Mirror Classroom
MVHS students share their experiences with the Health & Ethnic Studies course
![Protestors gather at Harry Bridges Plaza, San Francisco in a demonstration against the APEC convention.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DSC_0077-1-1200x800.jpg)
On the streets of SF
San Francisco reflects on the 2023 APEC summit’s impacts on community issues
![Maria Rodriguez and her two children attend the protest to advocate for workers rights.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/a-15-1200x800.jpg)
APEC: AAPI pioneers
Uncovering the impact of the APEC conference on local AAPI leaders and communities
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Examining how the computer science teacher shortage in California impacts FUHSD
![Stylestruck](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-04-at-8.59.58-PM.png)
Stylestruck
Taking a glimpse at the impact of fashion at MVHS
![Assistant Phil Roybal helps junior Aaron Hung with his woodworking project.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DSC_7663-1200x800.jpg)
Coming out of the woodwork
Looking into MVHS students’ experiences with woodworking
![Freshman Ronit Kuila strikes a pose in his Michael Jackson themed duet to the song “Beat It.”](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/DSC_0785-1200x800.jpg)
PAC-ing a punch
Freshmen navigate the maze in their first-ever Homecoming performance
![Junior Genevieve Lo poses for a photo during a ballet summer intensive at the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet. Photo Courtesy of Genevieve Lo | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Genevieve-Lo-e1695015137635-1200x921.jpeg)
No more finishing touches
Exploring why students choose to quit the arts
![MVHS will partner with the African American Scholars Project starting in the 2023-24 school year.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_6986-1200x838.png)
MVHS administration implements African American Scholar’s Project
New AASP program offers community for Black students