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

Physics teacher Michael Lordan talks with sophomore Michael Yeung about the physics concept torque.

Class of 2025 hosts AP Study Session

Ethan Kellogg April 27, 2024

The class of 2025 held the AP Study Session on Wednesday, April 24, in the student union from 3:05 to 5 p.m. In addition to snacks and drinks, event organizers provided food from Panda Express and pizza...

PE Teacher Jeff Thomas works out with earbuds on

Playing to win

Ethan Kellogg and Kaia Yuan April 12, 2024

Ethan Kellogg · Playing to Win EE: As part of Texas’ school requirements, PE teacher Jeff Thomas was first exposed to playing music while he was in his school’s required band. Even though playing...

Sophomore Amish Tyagi watches his birdie midair after a hard hit while his partner, senior Daphne Huang, stands at the ready.

Varsity Badminton falls to Cupertino High School 19-11

Shannon Yu, Brandon Xu, and Ethan Kellogg April 8, 2024

Varsity Badminton lost to Cupertino High School 19-11 on Tuesday, April 2. MVHS won six matches while CHS won nine, ultimately giving CHS the win. MVHS won two games in Boys Singles and one game in Girls...

Athletic Director Nick Bonacorsi’s classroom is decorated with trophies, photos, and jerseys.

Directing with open arms

Ethan Kellogg, Kaia Yuan, and Ethan Yang March 4, 2024

As the Athletic Director of MVHS, Nick Bonacorsi is constantly engaged in its athletic environment. Whether he’s cheering on the varsity teams in CCS or advising the athlete-led Athletic Senate, his...

Senior and striker Arnav Mahadev kicks the ball past an opponent.

Boys Soccer loses against Homestead High School 2-1

Ethan Kellogg, Staff Writer February 12, 2024

On Friday, Feb. 10, Varsity Boys Soccer lost 2-1 to Homestead High School. HHS quickly secured a goal near the beginning of the game, but the Matadors responded with a goal of their own later in the first...

Senior Jake Nakamura blocks an opposing player’s attempt to score points.

Boys Basketball beats Lynbrook High School 52-42

Ethan Kellogg, Staff Writer January 19, 2024

On Tuesday, Jan. 17, Varsity Boys Basketball won 52-42 against Lynbrook High School. The game started with MVHS gaining a 10-point lead with a score of 17-7 in the first quarter. LHS started to catch up...

Senior Cara Constant winds up to throw the ball to a team member. Photo | Brandon Wang

Changing the game

Ethan Kellogg, Taryn Lam, and Brandon Wang December 1, 2023
Exploring the historical and current state of Reverse
“Paint It Black” makes its exit

“Paint It Black” makes its exit

Ethan Kellogg and Lillian Wang November 23, 2023

MV Marching Band performed its 2023 fall show, "Paint It Black," at MVHS on Nov. 14, following a senior night celebration. The show — which included football pep tunes as well as a senior run-through...

Field Hockey falls to Saratoga High School 2-1

Field Hockey falls to Saratoga High School 2-1

Ethan Eisler and Ethan Kellogg October 12, 2023

Varsity Field Hockey lost 2-1 to Saratoga High School on Monday, Oct. 10. MVHS and SHS each scored a goal by the end of the first half. However, SHS took the lead with a goal in the third quarter. Even...

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