
A cultural affair
How AAPI artists express their culture through animation

The ‘C-word’
How my mom's refusal to say the word "cancer" taught me the importance of asking for help

Crossword: Vol. 55, Issue 7
Solve El Estoque’s crossword with wordplay and clues from our May magazine. Scroll down for the solution.

Not distant, just far
What my brother moving taught me about love
From pixels to prose
Contemporary Literature teacher Jessica Kaufman experiments with implementing video games into her classroom

Routine substitutes share their paths to becoming educators
Substituting provides both an entry and alternative to full-time teaching

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

Tiny Love Stories
What love means to the MVHS community

‘Love & Hyperbole’ is no exaggeration of love
Alessia Cara’s new album showcases impressive growth as a singer and songwriter
Tiny Love Stories, pt. 1
What love means to the MVHS community

Varsity Boys Soccer falls to Saratoga High School 2-1
An intense last five minutes leads to a disappointing loss

Reflecting on 2024
MVHS students and staff reflect on the past year and their hopes for the future