
Angela Zhang, News Editor

Let the games begin
Seniors compete in student-run games

Learning to procrastinate
Facing toxic productivity

Accented
Examining how accents affect people’s perceptions of others

A new language, a new world
Examining initiatives in place at MVHS to help English Language Learners

Scramble to amble
Examining the effects of the new Pedestrian Scramble

50 Questions with Julia Satterthwaite
In the 23rd installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Julia Satterthwaite 50 questions

Reviewing California laws passed for 2023
Hundreds of new statewide measures took effect on Jan. 1

2022 News Recap
Reflecting on the biggest news events of each month

Funding new projects
School Site Council grants new funding requests after transitioning from the pandemic

Reflecting on the Iran protests
Iranian community members share their perspectives on the uprising

Overstack of the rack
Investigating the impact of bike rack overcrowding

“Partner Track” falls short in its attempt at representation
The Netflix series fails to portray multifaceted narratives

Teachers take on new positions
Examining how students and teachers adapt to position changes

Questioning Authority
Examining changes in authority through strikes and leadership transitions

Oakland teachers strike to protest school closures
Examining the reasons behind the strike and its connection to MVHS

Graham Clark is appointed as the next FUHSD Superintendent
Deputy Superintendent Graham Clark will replace Polly Bove following her retirement

Subconscious communication
Exploring the effects of verbal and nonverbal communication in professional settings

Taking an inside look at Challenge Day
A timeline of activities throughout Challenge Day and the impact it left on participants

Chit-Chat
Exploring various types of conversations in our community

“Feel My Rhythm” is a spring gem
Red Velvet’s new mini album combines sugary bops with dreamy vocals

Gas prices reach record highs as Russia-Ukraine War continues
Examining the effect of Biden’s sanction on Russian oil and gas in Cupertino

Feedback feels uncomfortable
Reflecting on my feelings of awkwardness when giving and receiving criticism

MVHS looks to enact long-term mental health changes
Examining new actions taken by the SEL taskforce

In the face of crime
Examining the impact of crime and community reactions to it

Teachers implement mental health practices in classrooms
Examining how teachers directly promote self care

Addressing climate change
Examining the approach to climate change on four different levels

Countries tackle climate change at COP26
Analyzing the results of 2021 United Nations Climate Conference and the absence of Russia and China

Man on the street: Should we celebrate Thanksgiving?
Discussing whether the holiday should be observed given its history

Preparing for the big game
MV athletes share different ways that help them get ready before their game

Athletes share about how they got into their sports
Comparing and contrasting images of athletes from then and now

Team Phillip
Twins Matthew and Thomas Philip reflect on playing soccer together

Teammates by Chance
Exploring the impacts of playing the same sport as a family member

Is ‘Girls Planet 999’ rigged or reality?
Unpacking controversies surrounding Korean idol survival shows

Field Hockey falls to Saint Francis High School 0-7
MVHS stays on defense throughout the game