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
Students must reengage with the enlightenment and genuine curiosity that accompanies learning rather than solely seeking good grades. Photo | Apru Rupanagunta

MVHS students prioritize grades rather than learning

MVHS students need to relearn the value of learning
Radhika Dharmapurikar and Elizabeth Yang
October 2, 2025
Even in an era where music by Black artists is popular, many Black artists are overlooked or dismissed in the industry. Photo Illustration | Isabelle Kok

The sound of Black history

How Black culture has shaped music
Jillian Ju and Niveda Hari
March 9, 2025
The literature taught in schools has varied over generations, shifting to reflect the ideologies and relevant social issues of the era. Illustration | Asha Wojciechowski and Canva

Literature curriculum evolves alongside societal issues

Teachers share examples and rationales for updates to English curriculum
Manas Kottakota and Asha Wojciechowski
March 7, 2025
Examining how the word has strayed from its intended meaning

WOKE

Exploring how the word "woke" has changed over time
Jillian Ju, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
Graphic | Sonia Verma

Arms across oceans

Exploring international insights on American gun culture and policy
Krish Dev and Taryn Lam
April 14, 2023
Long-term substitute Stephanie Bodnaruk poses for a photo.

Matador family adds members to its ranks

New staff share more about where they're coming from and what brought them to MVHS
Meggie Chen, Sophia Chen, Crystal Cheng, Mikaylah Du, Anna Kaminitz, Riya Ravuri, Jannah Sheriff, Prisha Tiwari, Sonia Verma, Mira Wagner, and Matthew Yoshimoto
October 8, 2021
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