![Analyzing the variety of definitions associated with the word](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled_Artwork-2-1200x800.png)
FEMINIST
Examining the community’s stance on the evolution of the word “Feminist”
![tudents share their opinions on the cultural inclusivity of prom outfits](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Untitled-design-5-2.png)
Prom embraces cultural threads
Students share their opinions on the cultural inclusivity of prom outfits
![Exploring the effects my mother has had on me](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Senior-Column-Anushka1-1-900x720.png)
All I am
Tracing the story of my mom and me
![Seniors reflect on what they've learned in high school](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/note-thanun-CYlPykF-qAM-unsplash-900x806.jpg)
“If I could know one thing…”
Four seniors reflect on one piece of advice they would give their freshman selves
![Seniors in three S's](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/senior_stats-3-900x900.png)
Seniors in three S’s
An overview of the Class of 2022 based on a sample of 175 seniors
![The class of 2022](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Image-from-iOS-2-600x900.jpg)
The class of 2022
Seniors reflect on their experiences and memories at MVHS by answering various questions
![University prestige is a crucial selling point for many parents. Why is that the case?](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/md-duran-1VqHRwxcCCw-unsplash-900x600.jpg)
Much ado about prestige
Understanding why parents place weight on the name brand of a university
![Yang Yang Liu, MVHS alum '07, passed away in a fatal car accident on November 25th. She was a wonderful friend and vibrant member of her community.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Photo-208-900x600.jpg)
The life and legacy of Yang Yang Liu
Friends and family reflect on the impact that the MVHS ‘07 alum had on their lives
![Anushka De (right) holds her California Journalist of the Year certificate with JEA President Sarah Nichols.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_0540-1.jpg)
Anushka De Named California Journalist of the Year
Featuring El Estoque co-editor-in-chief Anushka De’s journey from her first year on staff to being named the California Journalist of the Year
![Charitha Chandran and Simone Ashley star as two of the leading characters on the second season of Birdgerton](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-03-at-7.30.34-AM-900x407.png)
“Bridgerton” is another disappointment in Indian representation
Cultural inaccuracies make for a paltry attempt at diversity
![The state of Critical Race Theory legislature varies across the country](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-02-16-at-11.52.08-AM-900x552.png)
Let’s Talk CRT
Opposition to Critical Race Theory prevents racial equality
![Tiny Love Stories](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Untitled_Artwork-15-900x625.png)
Tiny Love Stories
Our third installment of the quest to find pockets of love within our community