The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Photo by Claire Yang | Used with permission

Diminished club attendance during the distance learning school year

Justin E Kim and Abdullah Memon February 10, 2021
Taking a look at how various clubs have become inactive during the pandemic
Seniors Rhea Choudhury and Ramya Satish listen as the 2014 - 2015 Club Commission introduces itself. This year, Club Commission hopes to improve its communication with clubs and streamline necessary procedures. Photo by Elia Chen.

Club Commission updates clubs on regulations and new features

Elia Chen September 6, 2014
First Club Council meeting of the year focuses on improving communication between Club Commission and clubs
Representatives from the purple team compete in the second day of club war festivities — the quiz bowl on Tuesday, April 22. While well-intentioned, this event and the other events hosted by Club Commission was beleaguered by several issues. Photo by Colin Ni.

While comical, Monta Vista Club Wars fails to meet its potential

Pranav Parthasarathy May 10, 2014
The El Estoque Editorial Board has decided that, due to incomplete coverage, this editorial should be removed. We apologize for the error.

Club Day held March 21

Colin Ni March 30, 2014
Delayed Club Day held on basketball courts, reduced profits
Club Commission now requires clubs to take meeting minutes and submit them with a confirmation form by 3 p.m. a week after the meeting was held. According to lead commissioner senior Zerreen Kazi, the commission is attempting to be more official in its policies and comply with state auditors’ regulations. Screenshot by Karen Feng.

Club Commission requires meeting minutes as of Feb. 11

Karen Feng February 27, 2014
New rule requires club officers to submit meeting minutes to comply with state auditing regulations but meets backlash.
 ASB vice president senior Leon Chen introduces Legislative Council procedures to its new members on Jan. 30 in the Leadership room. The council discussed denying proposed clubs, the upcoming Challenge Success survey and a poll to determine what students want changed on campus. Photo by Karen Feng.

New Legislative Council reaches out to student body

Karen Feng February 5, 2014
Council members discuss club approval and using student opinion to implement change.
Starting next semester, Club Commission will enforce the rule that clubs must take down posters for completed events the following Friday after school. If they do not follow the rule, clubs risk receiving a strike. Photo by Karen Feng.

Fourth Club Council increases communication between Club Commission and club presidents

Karen Feng December 10, 2013
Club Commission discusses poster rules, office hours, Club Promo Day and Club Day at fourth meeting.

Legislative Council plagued by a lack of opinions

Daniel Fernandez November 27, 2013
Student representatives not taking full advantage of Legislative Council.
Letter highlights the flaws of Club Commission

Letter highlights the flaws of Club Commission

Mihir Patil May 5, 2013
Students must take initiative to help reform our club process.
 Over 700 students participate in Bike/Walk to School Day

Over 700 students participate in Bike/Walk to School Day

Amrutha Dorai May 5, 2012
Event, held May 2, aimed to raise pollution awareness
Former Friends of Hue relocates, restructures leadership

Former Friends of Hue relocates, restructures leadership

Akshay Agrawal February 26, 2012
International Youth Advancement Alliance moves off campus
Campus-wide recycling program launched

Campus-wide recycling program launched

Akshay Agrawal November 11, 2011
Starting Nov. 12, National Honor Society to recycle items placed in outdoor bins
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