Taryn Lam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
MV’s Family History
MVHS students delve into their family history
To the next four years
Friends attending the same college discuss their plans
A parents’ guide for academic survival
How parents help navigate their children through Monta Vista’s academic culture
Toxic Vista: Fixing our flaws
El Estoque's Opinion Section examines the factors and effects of a "toxic" school environment
Two pucks in a pod
Sisters Alice and Gillie Ross share their experience playing ice hockey
Save your prayers
School shootings can be minimized with the implementation of gun prevention policies
Fearing the inevitable
El Estoque's opinion section unpacks long-term fears in the lives of the Monta Vista community
Adding fuel to F1
Fans of Formula One share their love for the sport
Education legislation
California passes new laws to improve education
Bans on bans
New California law adds protection to maintaining inclusive texts
BREAKING: FUHSD receives threatening emails from an anonymous sender
The emails sent on Jan. 23 were later determined to be a “hoax,” though the investigation continues
On the streets of SF
San Francisco reflects on the 2023 APEC summit’s impacts on community issues
APEC: AAPI pioneers
Uncovering the impact of the APEC conference on local AAPI leaders and communities
Road to reform
Examining current approaches that foster change within the community
Hitting the road
Exploring MVHS’s bike culture and various elements of bike safety
Elders of Cupertino
Exploring the impact of local elders on the community
Changing the game
Exploring the historical and current state of Reverse
Elders in volunteering
Examining how elders in Cupertino give back to the community through volunteering
Reshaping her journey
Exploring Brianna Young’s journey with scoliosis
Select your passion
Exploring the niche passions of MVHS
50 Fresh Faces
The Class of 2027 shares its impressions of MVHS
FEMINIST
Examining the community’s stance on the evolution of the word “Feminist”
Head in the clouds
Exploring junior Ani Kumar’s passion for aviation photography
Taylor Swift’s ‘Enchanted’ effects on Santa Clara
Exploring the social and economic impact of Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’
Students for change: Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action
Examining an organization that aims to combat climate change
Students for change: 5TRINGS
Highlighting 5TRINGS, the organization that brings music to senior centers
One nation, under guns
Examining the different perspectives on gun policies and ownership in relation to gun violence in America
Arms across oceans
Exploring international insights on American gun culture and policy
Staff stories: Blossoming into your own
AP Secretary Joelle Buscher shares two of her memorable childhood hobbies and her thought process behind discovering her passion
Students for change: Students Demand Action
Exploring the student run club that protests against gun violence
14 days of love
Follow the daily videos as we explore the various relationships of MVHS pairs and find out who knows the other person better
Students for change: Erin Handelsman
Sophomore Erin Handelsman leads a hygiene kit making service project after earning the rank of Eagle Scout
14 days of love: Geethikaa and Sonia
In the second installment of the 14 days of love series, El Estoque explores the friendship between Juniors Geethikaa Tarra and Sonia Swamy
14 days of love: Shrutik & Samvi
In the first installment of the 14 days of love series, El Estoque explores the friendship between Juniors Shrutik Kanukuntla and Samvi Ranka
Distance
Exploring instances of distance within a family
Staff Stories: Growing up and moving out
Study buddy coordinator Barbara Frei shares tales of her childhood in Switzerland
Physical distance
Exploring the relationships between family members located in different countries
Hip hop collective BROCKHAMPTON started as strangers and left as a family
Lead singer Kevin Abstract paints a lopsided family portrait on ‘The Family’
From farm to table
Exploring the processes and people behind the food we eat at MVHS
From the farm
Exploring the people who harvest and deliver ingredients used to cook MVHS’s meals
Man on the street: What’s your favorite book?
MVHS students share their favorite book recommendations
“Why We Eat with Our Hands” by Anjali Jariwala is a necessary addition to all childrens’ bookshelves
Exploring the message behind Monica Jariwala’s sister’s new book
50 fresh faces
The Class of 2026 shares its initial thoughts about MVHS
Staff stories: Always a pirate at heart
Mark Carpenter shares life-defining tales of ignorance, curiosity and gratitude
Packaging the period plan
FUHSD implements free menstrual products thanks to California law
The class of 2022
Seniors reflect on their experiences and memories at MVHS by answering various questions
Celebrating Ramadan
Highlighting the experiences of Muslim students at MVHS
Displaced by war
Ukrainian students share about their evacuation experiences
LGBTQ rights
Students share their thoughts about relevant LGBTQ issues
What friends are for
Best friends explore the growth of their friendship
Out of touch
Students share their experiences with straying away from their native language
‘WHO CARES?’ is a diaristic jumble of pent-up thoughts
Rex Orange County takes a step back from his usual bright, pop-infused music and instead attempts calming beats and relaxed lyrics
Man on the street: What’s the last lie you told?
MVHS students explain the reasoning behind their dishonesty
En garde
Examining two different fencers’ experience with the sport
Six-word memoirs: hopes and reflections
Students write six-word memoirs that discuss their reflections on the past year and explain their hopes for the upcoming year
‘Dawn FM’ flawlessly captures a new era of redemption and realization
The Weeknd pushes the boundaries by releasing one of the most well-polished albums of 2022
Boys Basketball loses to Lynbrook High School 53-41
Matadors trail a few points behind Lynbrook for the entirety of the game
Introducing the winter season sports
Showcasing games and practices from MVHS's basketball, soccer and wrestling teams
Boys Basketball scrimmages against Silver Creek High School
Seeking to improve their team dynamic, the Matadors start off their preseason games
A look into the future
Students examine what lies ahead
Culture and the future
How MVHS student and staff expectations of the future are affected by cultural and religious factors
The tricks and treats of Halloween
Featuring the various aspects of celebrating Halloween
Six spooky Bay Area destinations to visit this fall
Reviewing various autumn-themed locations to get into the Halloween spirit
Class of 2025’s Homecoming performance
Freshmen win 4th place during Homecoming week
Homecoming 2021: A Recap
Showcasing the highlights of the past week's performances
A guide to crystals
How MVHS students use crystals in their daily lives
Twisting the game
Three Olympic winners resonate with local athletes