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Nicole Laeno and the parasocial predicament
The emotional connections between online creators and their fans are getting out of hand
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Sports culture
Taking a look at the different sports teams environments at Monta Vista
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Season traditions
Sports teams carry on annual traditions
![The six seniors hold up the CCS DII Championship trophy.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_6384-e1715636841528-1200x783.jpg)
Boys Volleyball defeats Aragon High School and wins the CCS DII Championship 3-0
Matadors maintain strong lead throughout the CCS finals
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Creating culture
From clubs to holidays, MVHS students use a multitude of methods to stay connected to their cultural identity
![Sophomore Vivana Dave attempts a synchronized dive along side another diver while two of her teammates converse in the hot tub. Photo courtesy of Vivana Dave | Used with permission](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_2621-1200x665.jpg)
The delight of diving
New divers find love for the sport and its supportive environment
![As a child, junior Bernice Kwong would often celebrate Easter alongside her friends. Photo courtesy of Bernice Kwong | Used with permission.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-31-at-4.30.40-PM-1200x799.png)
Celebrating major March holidays at MVHS
Students celebrate Easter and Ramadan in a multitude of ways
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Work hard, play hard
The MVHS community plays a variety of different games from pay-to-play experiences to educational tools
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Puzzles Paradise
MVHS students reflect on playing digitized versions of puzzle games
![Sophomore Christopher Lamfalusi attempts a pass during a hockey game.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/C67EC4B9-4887-4FE8-B069-376611DAA48A.jpg)
Time Out! Ep. 16: Christopher Lamfalusi
Sophomore Christopher Lamfalusi discusses his ice hockey journey
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Man on the street: Super Bowl predictions
MVHS students predict the outcome of the 2024 Super Bowl
![Graphic by Jami Lim.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screenshot-2024-01-24-at-5.36.16 PM-1200x755.png)
Decorate our lives
Students and staff share different ways they decorate daily life
![Senior and point guard Carolyn Ruan drives the ball down after stealing it from an opponent.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screen-Shot-2024-01-24-at-9.44.52-AM-1200x816.png)
Girls basketball falls to Los Gatos 52-37
Matadors fall short on defense throughout the game
![Senior Zayd Musa’s collection of over 30 lip balms. Photo by Zayd Musa. Used with permission.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_2718-1200x900.jpg)
Collection obsessions
The various collections of MVHS students
All-star athletes
A class-by-class dive into outstanding athletes at MVHS
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Immersed in India
Recognizing different forms of Indian-influenced entertainment in our community
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Behind the bows
A behind-the-scenes look at the Monta Vista cheer team
![Junior Siyona Kathuria and her friends pose for a photo dressed in traditional Indian clothing for her 16th birthday party. Photo by Preeti Kathuria | Used with permission.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3613-1200x900.jpeg)
Sari, not sorry
Understanding the significance of traditional Indian apparel and cultural appreciation within the Indian American community
![Senior Ruchir Banerjee jumps above an opponent for a layup attempt.](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4-DSC_0125-e1701282078932-1200x785.jpg)
Boys Basketball defeats Overfelt 70-21 in its third game of the season
The Matadors dominate throughout the entire game
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50 questions with Molly Guadiamos
In the 25th installment of the recurring series, El Estoque asks Molly Guadiamos 50 questions
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Sophomore Standouts: Lelani and Zoe Laruelle
Exploring the experiences of twins Lelani and Zoe Laruelle in their tennis journey
![De Leon and Yoo (both on far left) huddle with the Varsity Field Hockey team, discussing strategies for the game against Wilcox High School on Sept. 11. Photo | Lily Jiang](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2-1-1200x800.jpg)
Amelia de Leon: from player to Head Coach
Featuring the new Head Coach of the Varsity Field Hockey team
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Ascending the stage
Examining sophomore Maya Kumar’s journey with bharatanatyam
![In August 2023, the choir room was still undergoing construction. | Photo by Giljoon Lee](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/con-27-1200x800.jpg)
Deconstructing construction
Breaking down school construction projects and how they impact MVHS staff