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El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Junior Siyona Kathuria and her friends pose for a photo dressed in traditional Indian clothing for her 16th birthday party. Photo by Preeti Kathuria | Used with permission.

Sari, not sorry

Understanding the significance of traditional Indian apparel and cultural appreciation within the Indian American community
Leah Desai and Jami Lim
November 30, 2023
The Srivastava family lights diyas for a Diwali puja.

Fireworks, food and culture bring families together during Diwali

Students and staff discuss their experiences celebrating the Hindu holiday
Mira Wagner
November 9, 2021
The 5 Senses of Culture

The 5 Senses of Culture

Delving into the sensory facets of cultures present at MVHS
Aromas across the world: Incense, bakhoor and xiang bao

Aromas across the world: Incense, bakhoor and xiang bao

Navigating the cultural purposes of fragrant scents
Annie Zhang
April 2, 2021

A touch of home

How fabrics, utensils, and trinkets help MVHS students and staff connect to their heritage
Arjan Madan, Staff Writer
April 2, 2021
Tainted Histories

Tainted Histories

Shuvi Jha
November 21, 2018
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