Reconnection

Delving into the nuances of reconnection

Michelle Chen, Ishaani Dayal, Shivani Madhan, Kripa Mayureshwar, Geethikaa Tarra, and Aashi Venkat
September 25, 2021

From reuniting with culture and pastimes to scrutinizing escapism, this package explores the various ways in which reconnection manifests in MVHS students and staff’s lives. To explore the concept of reconnection and how it presents itself, click here.

About the Contributors

Michelle Chen, Co-editor-in-chief

Michelle is currently a senior and co-editor-in-chief for El Estoque. Outside of journalism, her interests include percussion and volleyball. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks with her family and their two dogs.

Ishaani Dayal, Managing Editor

Ishaani is currently a senior and a Managing Editor for El Estoque. Outside of journalism, she loves biking around the Bay Area, hanging out with her friends and family, watching movies, and learning how to drive.

Shivani Madhan, Opinion Editor

Shivani is currently a senior and an opinion editor for El Estoque. She is a Branch Head for MV Speech and the Vice President of MV Neuroscience Club. In her free time, she likes to draw, read a variety of works and share her never-ending knowledge on her latest obsession with her friends.

Kripa Mayureshwar, Opinion Editor

Kripa is currently a junior and opinion editor for El Estoque. She is an officer for the Random Acts of Kindness club, a varsity member of MV Speech and a member of MV Andaaz. In her free time, she enjoys painting, singing and getting boba with her friends.

Geethikaa Tarra, Staff Writer

Geethi is currently a sophomore and a first-year staff writer for El Estoque. In her free time, she enjoys dog-sitting, attempting to cook, feeding her pet chickens and listening to some good bops.

Aashi Venkat

Aashi Venkat is currently a sophomore at MVHS, and it is her first year on staff. She is president of Monta Vista's Animal Protection Society, as well as a staff writer for Res Novae. In her free time, she enjoys listening to Taylor Swift's entire discography and playing her piano. She also likes camels and the color pink.