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

Exploring the effect of CAASPP on FUHSD students and staff
Exploring the effect of CAASPP on FUHSD students and staff
Examining the process of developing changes to the CAASPP schedule
March 19, 2023
Aftermath of the storm reveals a fallen oak tree in the MVHS Rally Court.
BREAKING: Power outage sends MVHS students home early
March 14, 2023
Students and staff released early following severe weather conditions and power outage
MVHS principal Ben Clausnitzer sent an email to Monta Vista students and parents two days after a video of a student saying a racial slur circulated among staff members.
BREAKING: MVHS student uses the N-word in a video shared with staff
March 4, 2023
On March 2, an email concerning a racist video was sent to the MVHS community
Clumps of snow were spotted at Saratoga Quarry Park.
Freeze warning in effect amid snow and rain
March 3, 2023
San Francisco Bay Area sees significant snowfall for the first time in several decades
Just me myself and I
Just me myself and I
Exploring the bright side of not being in a relationship
February 26, 2023
Graphic | Vincent Zhao
A gamble for love
February 17, 2023
How students plan to continue or end their relationships after high school
Putting myself first
Putting myself first
February 17, 2023

“To me, self-love is a mix of being very accepting...

Didnt work out
Didn't work out
February 16, 2023
Students reflect on their experiences following a failed relationship
Protection against school violence
Protection against school violence
Examining how we can prevent student shooters from doing the unthinkable
March 19, 2023
I was formally diagnosed with depression and anxiety nearing a year ago, and sharing about it in any form felt like I was viscerally tearing myself open.
Spill Your Guts
March 3, 2023

Honestly, I’m okay with being vulnerable...

My dog and I tend to think and feel very similarly, translating over into how we treat and perceive others
Sharing a brain and heart
March 2, 2023
How my connection with my dog has impacted my perception of love
Boyfriend or boy friend?
Boyfriend or boy friend?
February 27, 2023

The high school experience at MVHS boils down to a...

Sophomore and Varsity 3 Boys Singles player Jayden Lim prepares to reach for the birdie. Lim won his set earning MVHS one point.

Photo by Manas Kottakota
Varsity Badminton defeats Cupertino High School 17-13 in a close game
Varsity Badminton opens up its season with a close victory
March 11, 2023
EE Tries Sports: Football
EE Tries Sports: Football
March 9, 2023
El Estoque competes against the MVHS Varsity Football team in Flag Football
Out of line
Out of line
March 7, 2023
Exploring how anger, sadness and loss can cause the lines of respect to disappear in the heat of the game
Basketball referee Scott Calvin calls a time out.
Setting the guideline
February 28, 2023
Exploring student athletes experiences with referees
Low Key and Bella Voce join the other MVHS Choirs for the final song of the night, walking offstage to surround the audience.
MVHS Choirs hold Festival Concert
Esperanza, Low Key, Bella Voce and Variations perform in preparation for their concert at Gilroy Sings
March 19, 2023
The Aurora album cover captures the chemistry between lead singers Daisy Jones and Billy Dunne.
Aurora is a manifestation of classic-rock nostalgia
March 14, 2023
The fictional ‘70s-esque album struggles to find its voice in the contemporary world
AI art has raised fears of human artists being replaced by machines.
A thin line
March 12, 2023
Exploring student and staff perspectives on artificial intelligence art
Dessert Detectives: Q Baking Corner
Dessert Detectives: Q Baking Corner
March 8, 2023
Reviewing popular menu items based on quality and taste
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