The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Girls water polo: Senior night

Girls water polo: Senior night

Stephanie Lam November 5, 2015
Six seniors reflect on their senior night experience
The girls water polo team had one of the largest crowds they’ve ever gotten at a game, according to senior Nicole Deacon. Parents, friends and teachers all came to show their support for the team. Photo by Stephanie Lam

Girls water polo: Team falls to Santa Clara HS in over time

Stephanie Lam November 5, 2015
A continuous fight against SCHS results in a one goal loss in overtime on senior night
Photo Gallery :Girls water polo loses 15-8 in intense match against Cupertino High School

Photo Gallery :Girls water polo loses 15-8 in intense match against Cupertino High School

Stephanie Lam October 26, 2015
Aggressive CHS players and lack of motivation from MVHS contributed to MVHS’ loss
Representatives from fifth period classes attend legislative council meetings and listen as Assistant principal Mike White informs them about upcoming events.

Legislative Council succeeds in allowing students to voice their opinions

Stephanie Lam October 25, 2015
Students and administration reflect on the effects of Legislative council
Girls water polo: Team loses 6-5 in a close match against Wilcox HS

Girls water polo: Team loses 6-5 in a close match against Wilcox HS

Stephanie Lam October 11, 2015
Lack of communication and defensive plays resulted in a loss for the team
Game GIFs: Girls water polo secures close victory over Homestead HS 10-8

Game GIFs: Girls water polo secures close victory over Homestead HS 10-8

Stephanie Lam October 4, 2015
Strong offense allows Matadors to maintain early lead
Senior Hanna Severietti leads the team as they give high-fives to Harker players. Savoretti saved several incoming balls and strongly defended the goal, contributing to the team’s win.  Photo by Stephanie Lam

Girls Water Polo wins against HHS in the team’s first home game

Stephanie Lam September 28, 2015
Strong defense and communication leads to a win for the team
“I think a coach is an adult or individual that helps you improve your sport, or any other activity. They help you grow.”

Coach to Coach

Stephanie Lam September 27, 2015
Sports teams choose to move on from previous coaches and focus on the season ahead
Senior Gloria Zhao counts off the number of magazines to give to each class. All the magazines were sent to the office before school, and then were distributed during sixth period to math and literature classes.

Verdadera releases its first magazine, Competition Culture

Stephanie Lam September 24, 2015
Club members reflect on the inspiration of the issue
Nick Bonacorsi prepares to give water bottles to junior varsity football players during their practice. Bonacorsi occasionally acted as a fill-in Athletic trainer due to the absence of MVHS’s previous trainer.
Photo by Stephanie Lam.

Nick Bonacorsi takes over as new athletic director

Stephanie Lam August 28, 2015
After wanting to be athletic director for years, history teacher Nick Bonacorsi is appointed as MVHS AD
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