EE-SPN Ep. 10: NBA Playoff Predictions
Analyzing the 2025 NBA Playoffs
Arjun Dhruv, Staff Writer
Varsity Boys Volleyball falls to Los Gatos High School 3-1
Despite close sets, the Matadors fail to secure a win
Behind the desk
MVHS teachers discuss their approaches to teaching and how their life experiences have impacted their teaching
MVHS teachers and students discuss the philosophies behind grading policies
How different grading policies have affected students and teachers
Varsity Baseball falls to Santa Clara High School 11-4
Matadors start off strong, but crumble in later innings
Tiny Love Stories
What love means to the MVHS community
Tiny Love Stories, pt. 3
What relationships mean to the MVHS community
Recalls in groceries sold by major retailers causes confusion in community
Major retailers recall on baby carrots due to potential contamination
EE-SPN Ep. 8: NBA Trade Deadline 2024-2025
Reviewing the 2024-2025 NBA trade deadline
Shopping Slump
Examining the impact of fluctuations in the food industry on MVHS students
Varsity Boys Soccer ties 0-0 against Lynbrook High School
Matadors are unable to score a goal despite controlling most of the game
Jail time
Explaining the potential legal and school punishments for students who make threats to schools
EE-SPN Ep. 7: NBA Preview 2024-2025
Previewing and predicting the 2024-2025 NBA Season
Field Hockey falls to Saratoga High School 3-0
Matadors struggle on the defensive end
Homecoming 2024
Rewinding the 2024 Homecoming week
Class of 2026’s secret formula to success
Juniors perform their "Spongebob" themed skit
Girls Water Polo falls 10-9 to Cupertino High School
The team came up short in a match that came down to the final seconds
Preaching through TikTok
MVHS seniors discuss how they express Christianity through social media
Finding the way
FUHSD implements Wayfinder to promote Social Emotional Learning
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
Time Out! Ep. 19: Anisha Pant
Anisha Pant talks about her past and future fencing career
“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
Playing the odds
MVHS community dives into the sports betting culture
Teamed-up takedowns
The MVHS Wrestling Team finds strength in teamwork in a primarily solo sport
Girls Soccer defeats Prospect High School 4-3
The Matadors gain momentum in the second half to secure the game
Snap judgement
Uncovering the role of the long snapper as an overlooked position in football
Get the ball rolling
Exploring the aspects of ‘being in the zone’ and how momentum shifts during games
EE-SPN Ep. 5: NBA Eastern Conference Preview 2023-24
Previewing and predicting the Eastern Conference of the 2023-2024 NBA Season
Cam on camera
1989 graduate Cam Inman shares his journey from El Estoque to becoming a 49ers reporter
EE-SPN Ep. 4: NBA Western Conference Preview 2023-24
Previewing and Predicting the Western 2023-2024 NBA Season
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
EE-SPN Ep. 2: NBA Conference Finals 2023
Analyzing the conference finals of the 2023 NBA Playoffs
EE-SPN Ep. 1: NBA Conference Semifinals 2023
Analyzing the conference semifinals of the NBA Playoffs
50 Questions with Scott DeRuiter
In the 24th installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Scott DeRuiter 50 questions
An empty dugout
Exploring how the lack of players affects the softball and baseball teams.
One nation, under guns
Examining the different perspectives on gun policies and ownership in relation to gun violence in America
Do all Monta Vista students think the same? | Gun Control
Monta Vista students and staff share their opinions on gun control
Protecting ourselves
Taking a look at how students protect different facets of their lives
Protecting our voice
Examining the effects of censorship on student journalists and advisors
Boys Soccer defeats Saratoga High School 1-0
The Matadors maintain their second-half lead throughout the game
Far but close
Exploring how my relationship with my sister evolved
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
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
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
Post game feelings
Exploring how coaches, athletes and spectators feel after games
No pain, no gain
Analyzing how MVHS teams overcome failure
“The grind never stops”
FUHSD students continue their learning at summer programs