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El Estoque
The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque
The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque
MVHS and Saratoga High School football players go head-to-head in the Homecoming game on Oct. 4.
Dancers hold up a “twenty-five” at the end of the co-ed dance. Photo by Jami Lim
Due to the last-minute location change, the DJs set up on the rally court stage, with students dancing and moshing in front. Photo by Jillian Ju
The Teletubbies (left to right: freshmen Sean To, Michael Zelensky, Shreejay Arja, Luke Mathai, Jacob Hwang and Jean Lin) peer over a MVHS Student 1’s (freshman Shreejay Arja) iPad activities after teleporting to the human dimension. Photo by Grace Lin
NEWS
MVHS and Saratoga High School football players go head-to-head in the Homecoming game on Oct. 4.
Ambulance called on field after injury during Homecoming game
MVHS staff members and students respond to the on-field crisis
October 14, 2024
Junior Vaishnavi Katukam cools herself off by drinking some water
Cupertino faces record-setting temperatures
October 9, 2024

The week of Sept. 29 saw the highest temperatures recorded in Cupertino, with peak temperatures reaching...

The City of Cupertino hosts the 11th annual Bike Fest
The City of Cupertino hosts the 11th annual Bike Fest
October 1, 2024

EE: The City of Cupertino held the 11th annual Fall Bike Fest on Saturday, Sept. 28. At 9 a.m., booth...

California voters decide on 10 propositions this November
California voters decide on 10 propositions this November
September 29, 2024
The Nov. 2024 ballot asks California voters to decide on three constitutional amendments; authorizing funding for education and climate conservation; and future policies for crime, health care and taxes
FEATURES
The world map pinboard in ELD room C206 represents the home countries of MVHS students | Samuel Teo
Students face unique challenges when going abroad for college
The process of applying to staying abroad for college poses significant challenges to students
October 16, 2024
Photo given courtesy of Lofn Young | Used with permission
Vocal Music Director Lofn Young opens up about their name change
October 3, 2024

EE: Hey there, I’m Samika Bhatkar! Thanks for tuning in today. I’ll be sitting down with Lofn Young,...

Senior Aradhana Sekar looks up information on Study Buddies on the MVHS website.
The impact of Study Buddies on the MVHS community
September 29, 2024

Instead of heading home after the final bell rings, senior Madeline Ischo makes her way to the B-building,...

The path to citizenship
The path to citizenship
September 29, 2024
An inside look at the complexities of citizenship in the U.S.
OPINION
We all need a way to relax, this tree next to the railroad on Stevens Creek Boulevard is mine
A tree hugger's dilemma
How trees made me comfortable with my uncertain future
October 10, 2024
Illustration by David Wang | Used with permission
A violinist’s hickey
October 8, 2024

The surface of my skin, right under my left jawbone, bears a noticeable dark mark. Sometimes it turns...

Staff Editorial: Missing pieces
Staff Editorial: Missing pieces
September 29, 2024

The crowd on the movie screen flickers as they double over in laughter, sharing an inside joke that flies...

Graphic by Varun Singh
Pride or pretense?
September 29, 2024

In 2023, Target faced serious backlash after anti-LGBTQ+ riots targeted their recently released...

ENTERTAINMENT
Following 2021’s “Optimist” and a series of scattered singles, “For Cryin’ Out Loud!” is FINNEAS’ second album. The music video for the title track shows FINNEAS falling down an elevator shaft and getting hit by a car, representing his emotions in a frustrating relationship. Interscope Records | Used with permission
‘For Cryin’ Out Loud!’ is a far cry from fulfilling
FINNEAS’ second album is a vulnerable shot in the dark
October 16, 2024
Graphic by Isabelle Kok
Homecoming 2024
October 13, 2024

Filled with nostalgic references and bonding opportunities, Homecoming 2024 let Monta Vista celebrate...

Seniors Katie Wang and Sophie Minogue strike a pose during the senior co-ed dance. Photo by Sophia D’Sa
MVHS holds its annual Homecoming rally
October 8, 2024

MVHS held its childhood TV-themed Homecoming rally in the gym on Friday, Oct. 4. Clad in purple,...

“Joker: Folie à Deux,” despite its $200 million budget, turned out to be the worst possible fate for its already tortured characters. Photo by Warner Bros. Pictures | Used with permission
'Joker: Folie à Deux’ is a double dose of pure delusion
October 8, 2024

The chaotic sequel and musical “Joker: Folie à Deux” was unveiled by Warner Brothers in theaters...

SPORTS
Junior Suhan Hajela attempts to score on a Cupertino High School defender.
Varsity Boys Water Polo falls to Cupertino High School 11-6
MVHS is forced to focus on defense due to absent goalie
October 12, 2024
Junior Krish Kotecha readies himself to hike the ball and start the game.
Varsity football ties Saratoga High School 27–27 in the Homecoming game
October 10, 2024

Varsity Football tied with Saratoga High School 27-27 at the Homecoming game Friday, Oct. 4. SHS started...

Olympics Takeaways
Olympics Takeaways
September 29, 2024

Although the Olympics is an event for athletes to unite and show passion for their sport and country,...

In an attempt to keep the Olympics politically neutral, the International Olympic Committee decided to ban Russia and Belarus from participating – forcing athletes from those countries to participate without representing their countries.
MVHS students weigh in on — controversies surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympics
September 29, 2024

The 2024 Paris Olympics were politically controversial — Russian and Belarusian athletes were banned...

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Volume 55, Issue 1, October 2, 2024
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Volume 54, Issue 6, April 25, 2024
Volume 54, Issue 6, April 25, 2024

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The Class of 2028 presents its "Teletubbies"-themed Homecoming skit. Subscribe to El Estoque: https://www.youtube.com/@mvhselestoque ---------- Visit our website: https://elestoque.org/ Read our latest issue: https://issuu.com/elestoque Support our work: https://elestoque.org/advertise/ Follow us: Instagram: https://instagram.com/elestoque TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@el.estoque
The Class of 2027 presents its "Ninjago"-themed Homecoming skit. Subscribe to El Estoque: https://www.youtube.com/@mvhselestoque ---------- Visit our website: https://elestoque.org/ Read our latest issue: https://issuu.com/elestoque Support our work: https://elestoque.org/advertise/ Follow us: Instagram: https://instagram.com/elestoque TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@el.estoque
Cupertino residents and organizations gather at the Civic Center Plaza
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