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The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Graphic | Grace Lin

Rodents sighted on MVHS campus

Students and staff address concerns about rodents in school buildings and classrooms
Archana Venkatesan
November 30, 2024
More Native Americans are on the ballot than ever before. Photo illustration | Stella Petzova

Uptick in Native American representation in election campaigns paves an inclusive path forward

Native Americans share the importance of increased representation in politics
Kathryn Foo and Stella Petzova
November 27, 2024
Cupertino City Council candidates Kitty Moore and Ray Wang pose with Councilwoman Liang Chao and supporters at the end of a rally in August. Photo | Benjamin Zhang

LIVE COVERAGE: Cupertino City Council Elections

Live updating coverage of the local election between Kitty Moore, Ray Wang, Rod Sinks, Hung Wei, Gilbert Wong, Barry Chang and Claudio Bono
Giljoon Lee
November 26, 2024
Junior and safety Vishal Iyer attempts to tackle a CHS player in the 2023-2024 Helmet Game.

The MVHS and CHS football community reflect on the significance of the Helmet Game

The history behind the fierce competition each year
Eshika Tiwari and Manas Kottakota
November 25, 2024
PTSA grants enabled MV teachers and clubs to pursue projects and purchase needed resources. Photo illustration | Katrina Lin

MV PTSA awards classes and clubs mini grants to supplement curriculum

Science Olympiad, World Literature and La Pluma receive money to fund books, print magazines and essential prototype building materials
Giljoon Lee and Katrina Lin
November 24, 2024
Teachers from the California Teachers Association attended the meeting in opposition to BP 6144. Many held pride flags and signs saying “Keep LGBTQ Students and Teachers Safe at CUSD!”

Photo | Sophia D’Sa

Cupertino Union School District Board passes Board Policy 6144

Newly adopted policy sets guidelines for teachers on controversial issues
Sophia D'Sa and Liz Liu
November 23, 2024
Junior Nirvika Choudhury guides students through an activity and discussion during the workshop. photo | Subin Ko

Cyber For Youth holds its first education workshop for freshmen

The cyber education organization educates students on digital safety through presentations and hands-on activities
Jason Chu and Subin Ko
November 19, 2024
Senior Sudisha Kumar poses with family members for a photo after the awards ceremony. Photo | Jillian Ju

MVHS senior Sudisha Kumar wins community service award from the City of Cupertino

The CREST Rising Star award recognizes an individual who has volunteered for three years or fewer
Jillian Ju and Alan Tai
November 19, 2024

The Cupertino Veterans Memorial honors veterans for their service

Veterans, active duty military and first responders honored with speakers and a musical performance at Cupertino Memorial Park
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
November 18, 2024
The Board of Trustees prepares to hear a presentation about the decline of World Language enrollment. Photo | Ethan Eisler

FUHSD announces it will continue to phase out Japanese at MVHS during board meeting

The decision comes after looking at new enrollment data across FUHSD
Ethan Kellogg and Ethan Eisler
November 15, 2024
Lead Ravi Kumar and volunteer Gretchen Schwartz pose for a photo in front of the Cupertino Library vote center. Photo | Vaishnavi Katukam

Poll workers at the Cupertino Vote Center work to ensure an efficient voting process

Leads, Aides and Volunteers serve their community at the Cupertino Library 11-Day Vote Center, by assisting voters through the voting process, leading up to the election
Vaishnavi Katukam, Giljoon Lee, and Kate Yang
November 11, 2024
Photo illustration | Stella Petzova

Election 2024

Examining the impact of local, statewide and national elections on the MVHS community
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