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

Jennette McCurdy poses in front of a backdrop of her recent memoir, ready to reveal the industrys dark secrets and her true saddening story

“I’m Glad My Mom Died” reveals the harsh reality of childhood stardom

Jiya Singh August 23, 2022

TW: This article contains mentions of eating disorders, alcoholism, sexual assault, abuse and death Chapter 91: “Why do we romanticize the dead? Why can’t we be honest about them? Especially moms,...

Two players cooperate in a football video game as an experimental form of therapy.

Game-changing therapy

Brian Xu December 16, 2020
Understanding therapist Monet Goldman’s unique approach to mental health in the video gaming community
The art of stanning: Exploring the intricacies of a new wave of fan culture

The art of stanning: Exploring the intricacies of a new wave of fan culture

Sreya Kumar and Lakshanyaa Ganesh May 23, 2019

Stan. The term originated from rapper Eminem’s 2000 hit of the same name, merging the words “stalker” and “fan”. It has quickly evolved into a label young fans on social media proudly use,...

Graphic by Emily Xia

Sweet Addiction: What it’s like being addicted to sodas

Emily Xia, Jasmine Lee, and Claire Yang May 17, 2018
The influences of sodas and stories of attachment to them
Taking the high road: A former students story of substance use

Taking the high road: A former student’s story of substance use

Ilena Peng December 8, 2016
A former MVHS student reflects on the impact of drug use in her life
Smoky effects: the impacts of drug use

Smoky effects: the impacts of drug use

Ilena Peng December 7, 2016
Exploring the prescription drug epidemic, careers in addiction medicine, the effects of drug use in relationships and more
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