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El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Nonbinary students often have to navigate systems designed for binary genders, such as choosing between male or female facilities or adhering to gendered dress codes. They often have to advocate for themselves, asking for recognition, correct pronouns, or access to gender-neutral facilities in a system that sometimes overlooks their needs.
Photo Illustration | Ellie Wang

The school environment poses challenges for nonbinary individuals

Students and educators share perspectives on gender inclusivity in FUHSD
Ellie Wang
December 2, 2024
Beyond adding beauty to Christian and Catholic architecture, stained glass windows also serve to depict stories from the Bible. Similarly, Buddhism and Islam also incorporate communal art in their own unique ways, with Buddhists using mandalas and Muslims creating mosaics. Photo | Ellie Wang

Community is at the heart of religion

Gathering at a place of worship provides a sense of connectedness
Ellie Wang and Kaia Yuan
November 26, 2024
Photo illustration | Ellie Wang

Social media’s toxic algorithm is harming artists

Social media stifles the way we create art
Ellie Wang and Samuel Teo
October 25, 2024
Black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) writers tend to write about cultural themes. In the wall of books, 7/9 of the books relate back to the author's culture.

The challenges and rewards of a BIPOC writer

Young writers explore how their culture and creativity shapes their writing
Ellie Wang
September 25, 2024
Main Street magic

Main Street magic

Students and staff share their experiences and opinions on Main St. Cupertino
Isabelle Kok, Shannon Yu, and Ellie Wang
June 1, 2024
Yinuo Tian works on her math and Chinese homework simultaneously to keep up with the pace of the curriculum.

Breaks, not burdens

Students and administrators share their opinions on the no-homework policy for school breaks
Ellie Wang and Asha Wojciechowski
May 20, 2024
Every morning I wake up, there is blood on my bed sheets. The sight never gets less overwhelming, despite it happening so often.

Blood on my bed sheets

How I overcame the self-pity that accompanied my eczema
Ellie Wang
April 6, 2024
People crowd Venchi's open storefront, browsing shelves of chocolates and sweets.

Dessert Detectives: Venchi

Reviewing popular menu items based on quality and taste
Shannon Yu and Ellie Wang
March 7, 2024
Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner Ling-Jung Kao gets a F.A.C.E (facial acupuncture for charm and elegance) procedure. Photo by Ling-Jung Kao | Used with permission

Rooted in tradition

Traditional Chinese medicine in the modern world and how it has helped the community
Ellie Wang, staff writer
March 6, 2024
Idols are debuting in the K-pop industry at as young as 13 years old, causing controversy among fans and critics alike. Photo Illustration | Ellie Wang

Minor concerns

Minors debuting in K-pop raise concerns among MVHS community
Jillian Ju and Ellie Wang
January 23, 2024
Hershey Janga strikes a fierce expression while dancing for MVDT's 2023 spring show. Photo courtesy of Hershey Janga | Used with permission

Time Out! Ep. 11: Hershey Janga

Following Hershey Janga’s hip-hop journey through friends and clubs
Ellie Wang, Staff Writer
December 6, 2023
After performing at the "Rolling Loud California 2023" concert, rapper Lil Uzi Vert was confronted with criticism for the demonic references in his music. Photo Illustration | Ellie Wang

The Satanic surge

Delving into the impact of Satanic themes in media on the MVHS community
Ananya Chaudhary, Aaryan Sharma, and Ellie Wang
December 6, 2023
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