In Review: Volume 7, 2025
El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, ranging from Ken Carson's surprise release to Maroon 5’s latest single
Samika Bhatkar, Editor-in-Chief
EE-SPN Ep. 11: NBA Conference Finals predictions 2024-2025
As the second round of playoffs finishes up, four teams ramp up for a chance at the championship
Varsity Softball falls 25-3 in a crushing loss to Cupertino High School
Friday’s fervent heat and weather conditions slow down the Matadors
‘More Chaos’ displays piecemeal technical improvement from its predecessor
Opium-signed rapper Ken Carson’s fourth album is manic and messy
EE-SPN Ep. 9: NBA Kia Awards predictions 2024-2025
Discussing predictions for the Kia Awards
In Review: Volume 6, 2025
El Estoque's staff review recently released media, ranging from Netflix's newest romcom to Lil Tecca's latest single
MVHS Saturday Night Live 2025 brings laughter and farewells
MVSNL 2025 embraces first-year teacher Rachel Cassar and marks a bittersweet capstone for senior producers
‘MUSIC – SORRY 4 DA WAIT’ marks a new era of stardom for rapper Playboi Carti
Despite hard driving production, the project suffers from hasty mixing
Beyond the surface
The influence of Black history and culture on modern arts and entertainment
In Review: Volume 5, 2025
El Estoque's staff review recently released media, varying from JENNIE's love hangover to Kendrick Lamar's controversial Super Bowl Halftime Show
A bite of Black history
Black-owned restaurants explain the influence of their roots in food
Restaurant rundown
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section reviews four archetypes of Bay Area restaurants
Small business showdown
El Estoque’s Arts & Entertainment section reviews three local small business restaurants
‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ is Valentine’s Day slop
Let’s hope Drake won’t meet anyone’s madre anytime soon with his immature and juvenile lyricism
In Review: Volume 4, 2025
El Estoque's staff review recently released media, ranging from LiAngelo Ball's first shot at music to Tate McRae's new pop experiment
Filipino Student Union fosters a community for MVHS’s Filipino students
Co-Presidents Jamie Garcia and Juliana Therese Banes promote Filipino culture in a sparsely Filipino-populated environment
Administration begins renovations for the F-building
Site Manager Ed Batcheller shares the progress of the project
Varsity Girls Soccer falls to Saratoga High School 2-0
Despite the Matadors strong defense, the team takes a loss in its 10th game of the season
Interconnected
MVHS community members reflect on their ways of staying connected
MVHS students recount the meaning of Christmas to them
How students adapt Christmas traditions to their experiences with culture in Cupertino
Ken Carson’s ‘A Great Chaos’ tour is the epitome of its name
The rapper’s aggressive artistry lures concertgoers into a never-ending delirium
Rumor has it
MVHS students and staff discuss the role of conspiracy theories in their lives
Toxicity on social media
El Estoque's Opinion section delves into the toxic trends on social media
Toxic study motivation reaffirms Cupertino’s classist mentality
We need to recognize when to take a step back from studying for our health
The ‘PSYCHO’ tour introduces fans to a new era in Don Toliver’s career
Rapper Don Toliver brings both old and new hits to an exciting setlist complementing an even more exciting environment
Crossword: Oct. 16, 2024 Mini
Solve EE’s mini crossword
Vocal Music Director Lofn Young opens up about their name change
Young details the journey and struggles leading up to their name change
A breakdown from MVHS students of their first month back at school
The MVHS community shares its experiences from the first month of school
Social media perpetuates racist stereotypes towards Indian culture
Cupertino community reflects on facing discrimination online
Future and Metro Boomin’s ‘We Don’t Trust You’ tour proves the duo deserve their flowers
The duo’s formidable performances remind fans of their impact on Trap and Hip Hop
MVHS adds new Stagecraft course
Drama teachers and students discuss the impacts of Stagecraft Tech on the Drama department
Staff shakeup
District-wide changes are implemented at the close of the school year
Staff changes: Retirements and new roles into the 24-25 school year
New World Language and English Department Leads are instated while Molly Guadiamos retires
EE-SPN Ep. 6: NBA Playoff Predictions 2024
Predicting the 2024 NBA Conference Semifinals
Cupertino Library celebrates Free Comic Book Day
Families of Cupertino read free comic books provided by Cupertino Library
The golden city
El Estoque's Arts & Entertainment section explores the ins and outs of San Francisco
Losing its shine
San Francisco natives and tourists attribute the city’s decline to its growing drug and homeless crisis
Nutrition Services Student Council hosts vegan-chili taste test
The Nutrition Board tests vegan options to add to the school’s menu
State of the art
The recent shifts in arts and entertainment factions
Shifting consumer behavior
Shoppers from the MVHS community share their thoughts on the decline of malls
A knotted habit
Junior Jessie Ko explains her background with crocheting and how she’s shared her hobby
Decorate our lives
Students and staff share different ways they decorate daily life
Power to the piercing
MVHS students’ piercings influence their identities
‘american dream’ serves as a compelling third solo project
Trap artist 21 Savage enlightens fans on his personal battles excitingly
Immersed in India
Recognizing different forms of Indian-influenced entertainment in our community
Brown girl beauty
Examining how the Indian community finds makeup products suitable for their skin
Teacher talents
Exploring the artistic hobbies MVHS teachers pursue outside of school
Evolution of book culture
Examining how different facets of the reading community have changed
Saffron, White and Blue
Exploring what Vivek Ramaswamy’s candidacy means for Indian American political representation
Beyond the books
Observing how the use of the Cupertino library serves different purposes to the community
Homecoming 2023
Replaying the 2023 Homecoming week
Rebooting the rally
Examining how the themes of Homecoming 2023 are integrated into the Homecoming rally
‘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
Hip Hop W(rap) Up
Celebrating Hip-Hop’s Fiftieth birthday at MVHS through exploring the community’s favorite hip-hop songs
Taylor Swift’s ‘Enchanted’ effects on Santa Clara
Exploring the social and economic impact of Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’
Movie marauders
Examining the MVHS community’s personal experiences with pirating movies
Man on the street: What are your NBA Finals predictions?
MVHS students share which teams they think will win the 2023 NBA playoffs
Going to the gym
Observing MVHS students experiences with the gym
Trade talks
Exploring the recent trades in the NBA and issues in basketball free agency
Scramble to amble
Examining the effects of the new Pedestrian Scramble
Boys Basketball loses to Milpitas High School 58-51
Matadors fall short in securing a win in a close game
Mustang to Matador
FUHSD Board passes proposal to help with MVHS’s declining enrollment
Girls Soccer defeats Capuchino High School 7-0
Matadors dominate in their second game of the league season
Cover up
Delving into pressures and ways the MVHS community chooses to cover up
Metro Boomin proves producer albums shouldn’t be disregarded in “Heroes and Villains”
“Heroes and Villains” rich and dark ambiance perfectly pairs masterful production with feature artists
It’s just a choice
Observing what the hijab means to MVHS’s Muslim community
MVHS Band and Orchestra capture Halloween spirit in its Fall Concert
Ensembles enchant audiences with a mysterious and enthralling performance
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Understanding thoughts behind fashion and social media advertising
Why are consumers fixated on apparel logos?
Observing the effects of brand culture on MVHS students
“Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” is an unethical monstrosity
Examining the internet’s disturbing obsession with Jeffrey Dahmer
“Entergalactic” is nothing out of the ordinary
Despite its tranquil production and lyricism, “Entergalactic” fails to stand on its own
Teachers take on new positions
Examining how students and teachers adapt to position changes