
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

‘$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

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

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