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The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Cupertino is not as sheltered from Trump's federal government as we think

Cupertino is not as sheltered from Trump’s federal government as we think

Through new legislation and an array of executive orders, the Trump administration’s changes have redefined Cupertino
Manas Kottakota and Subin Ko
April 21, 2025
Phase 2A of the Stevens Creek Bike Project will extend concrete biking barriers from Wolfe to De Anza. Illustration | Kaia Yuan

Phase 2 of Stevens Creek Bike Project to begin shortly

This phase focuses on increasing bike safety infrastructure from Wolfe to De Anza
Arshiya Sen and Kaia Yuan
April 21, 2025
The so-called Cupertino "bubble" isn't doing our community as much of a favor as we may think it is. Photo illustration | Asha Wojciechowski. "File:Apple park cupertino 2019.jpg" by Arne Müseler is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

Bursting the Cupertino bubble

El Estoque's Opinion section explores the negative implications of perpetuating Cupertino's "bubble" myth
At the Planned Parenthood booth, an attendee wins a prize after spinning the wheel. Photo | Kate Yang

Cupertino’s Earth Day and Arbor Festival sets a spotlight on environmental issues

The City of Cupertino hosted the interactive event to educate people and spread awareness on the environment
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
April 11, 2025
The Cupertino bubble protecting unemployment stigma must be popped. Photo Illustration | Grace Lin

Cupertino’s long-term stigma around unemployment hurts its community

Societal pressure to succeed fosters a culture where unemployment is met with judgement
Grace Lin and Suhana Mahabal
April 7, 2025
Recreation leader Robert Kaufman and junior Courtney Masli observe the fair. Photo | Erin Liu

IDC and the City of Cupertino hold annual Teen Wellness Fair

The fair aims to provide opportunities and mental health resources for teens
Corinna Kuo and Erin Liu
March 23, 2025
Cupertino Mayor Highlights Community Initiatives at State of the City Address

Cupertino Mayor Highlights Community Initiatives at State of the City Address

Cupertino’s 2025 State of the City address united residents to discuss local initiatives
Trisha Sannappanavar
March 4, 2025
A child attending the Night Hike answers the park ranger’s questions regarding the animals in McClellan Ranch Preserve. Photo | Kate Yang

Cupertino’s Join-A-Ranger: Night Hike and Flashlight Tour offers attendees a glimpse into nature

Park Rangers educate attendees about the ecosystems, wildlife of McClellan Ranch
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
January 27, 2025
A student competes in the third to fifth-grade Spelling Bee competition. Photo | Sagnik Nag Chowdhury

Cupertino holds sixth annual Cupertino Spelling Bee

Youth Activity Board holds an educational event for elementary schoolers
Sagnik Nag Chowdhury
January 20, 2025
Firefighter engineer Ruri Kobayakawa dons her turnout gear as she converses with a colleague. Photo | Liz Liu

MVHS alum Ruri Kobayakawa’s journey as a firefighter

Firefighter Ruri Kobayakawa shares the triumphs and challenges she's had in the fire service
Liz Liu
November 26, 2024
Teachers from the California Teachers Association attended the meeting in opposition to BP 6144. Many held pride flags and signs saying “Keep LGBTQ Students and Teachers Safe at CUSD!”

Photo | Sophia D’Sa

Cupertino Union School District Board passes Board Policy 6144

Newly adopted policy sets guidelines for teachers on controversial issues
Sophia D’Sa and Liz Liu
November 24, 2024
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