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The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The wide variety of students at MVHS would all benefit from more gender inclusive education. Illustration by Mira Wagner

Embracing gender inclusivity in light of “Zoomcoming” court nominations

Mira Wagner, Staff Writer March 6, 2021

n 2020 alone, American society underwent many changes, ranging from an unforeseen pandemic to a high-stakes presidential election. Simultaneously, recent shifts within the LGBTQ+ community were implemented...

The S-word: the prevalence of slut shaming at MVHS

The S-word: the prevalence of slut shaming at MVHS

Shuvi Jha and Ayah Ali-Ahmad April 12, 2019

“She was wearing a bralette; what did she expect?” “What a whore; she’s slept with four guys.” “She is such a slut; she deserves all this.” lut shaming refers to the practice...

GEP members all stand on the right side of the classroom to signify that they believe that feminism is important at MVHS. Photo by Swara Tewari.

Reinforcing feminism in MVHS

Swara Tewari and Rucha Soman November 6, 2018
Girls’ Empowerment Project discusses gender equality at first meeting
Deciphering Feminism

Deciphering Feminism

Shuvi Jha January 29, 2018
Individuals explore the definition of feminism and what it means to be a feminist
Students respond to International Womens Day

Students respond to International Women’s Day

Anjana Melvin March 18, 2015
Students discuss the need for a day dedicated to women and gender equality
Infographic by Maya Murthy

We are equals

Maya Murthy September 24, 2014
The argument for feminism and why it matters
Gender-neutral pronouns are socially beneficial

Gender-neutral pronouns are socially beneficial

Jady Wei April 30, 2014
New policy of gender neutrality can ameliorate gender disparity and stereotypes.
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