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FAFSA failure
MVHS community speaks on recent challenges accessing financial aid due to system delay
Behind MV Andaaz
Step behind this club's history and preparations for shows across the Bay Area throughout the year
Film fanatics
MV athletes share how watching film of their opponents affects their gameplay
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Time Out! Ep. 19: Anisha Pant
Anisha Pant talks about her past and future fencing career
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“eternal sunshine” is a vocal and emotional triumph, yet falters on other fronts
Ariana Grande’s seventh album shines in its vocals but suffers with its stylistic choices
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Playing the odds
MVHS community dives into the sports betting culture
![Seniors Yanwei Zhou, Ekom Mann, Anika Manjesh and Darya Pereverzeva (left to right) pose together while Coach Andrew Pappas stands proudly behind them.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_2893-1.jpeg)
Teamed-up takedowns
The MVHS Wrestling Team finds strength in teamwork in a primarily solo sport
![Senior Niku Sedarat prepares to pass the ball to a teammate.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_4690-2-1200x800.jpg)
Girls Soccer defeats Prospect High School 4-3
The Matadors gain momentum in the second half to secure the game
![Junior and long snapper Zachary Mommer snaps the ball to the punter behind him. Photo courtesy of John Ling | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arjunspicture_720.png)
Snap judgement
Uncovering the role of the long snapper as an overlooked position in football
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Get the ball rolling
Exploring the aspects of ‘being in the zone’ and how momentum shifts during games
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EE-SPN Ep. 5: NBA Eastern Conference Preview 2023-24
Previewing and predicting the Eastern Conference of the 2023-2024 NBA Season
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Cam on camera
1989 graduate Cam Inman shares his journey from El Estoque to becoming a 49ers reporter
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EE-SPN Ep. 4: NBA Western Conference Preview 2023-24
Previewing and Predicting the Western 2023-2024 NBA Season
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EE-SPN Ep. 3: NBA Finals 2023
Analyzing the 2023 NBA Finals
Cupertino’s AAPI Festival is a melting pot of culture and age
Bridging the gap between cultures and generations
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EE-SPN Ep. 2: NBA Conference Finals 2023
Analyzing the conference finals of the 2023 NBA Playoffs
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EE-SPN Ep. 1: NBA Conference Semifinals 2023
Analyzing the conference semifinals of the NBA Playoffs
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50 Questions with Scott DeRuiter
In the 24th installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Scott DeRuiter 50 questions
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An empty dugout
Exploring how the lack of players affects the softball and baseball teams.
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One nation, under guns
Examining the different perspectives on gun policies and ownership in relation to gun violence in America
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Do all Monta Vista students think the same? | Gun Control
Monta Vista students and staff share their opinions on gun control
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Protecting ourselves
Taking a look at how students protect different facets of their lives
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Protecting our voice
Examining the effects of censorship on student journalists and advisors
![Senior Ryan Tan guards his SHS opponent. Photo by Stephanie Zhang](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_9183-3-900x600.jpg)
Boys Soccer defeats Saratoga High School 1-0
The Matadors maintain their second-half lead throughout the game
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Far but close
Exploring how my relationship with my sister evolved
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Age in Sports
Exploring the athletic experiences of different age groups and the effects of age on one's journey in sports and coaching style
The pros and cons of starting early
How the age one starts a sport affects their sports journey
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Field Hockey loses 2-0 to Valley Christian High School on its senior night
Seniors reflect on their performance throughout the season and convey their thoughts on the team’s future
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Football defeats Saratoga High School 42-35 in a thrilling comeback
The Matadors end strong with a 22-0 run in the fourth quarter despite a rough start
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Post game feelings
Exploring how coaches, athletes and spectators feel after games
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No pain, no gain
Analyzing how MVHS teams overcome failure
![CHS senior Rohan Tirumala went to UC Davis Young Scholars Program to learn more about medicine. Photo courtesy of Rohan Tirumala.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-08-at-10.45.18-PM.png)
“The grind never stops”
FUHSD students continue their learning at summer programs