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

New places, new faces

New places, new faces

Kathryn Foo and Jiya Singh June 1, 2023
Exploring why students leave the country for college
Hows the josh?!

“How’s the josh?!”

Jiya Singh May 30, 2023
How my dad’s obsession with a Bollywood movie changed how I perceive myself
Ariel (Halle Bailey)  sings about wishing to explore life above the ocean in Part of That World.

‘The Little Mermaid’s’ perfect casting blows audiences out of the water

Jiya Singh May 30, 2023
Disney’s live-action adaptation of the classic fairytale adds depth to the timeless classic despite tacky CGI
Exploring the aspirations and passions of six inspiring women and girls from MVHS

Women shaping the future

Avni Gandhi, Aashna Patel, and Jiya Singh April 20, 2023
Exploring the aspirations and passions of six inspiring women and girls from MVHS
The iconic pinkish-purple dress I wore for my Ms. Hannigan costume in Annie

Drama Queen

Jiya Singh April 19, 2023
Embracing and pursuing my “theater kid” nickname
Media has evolved throughout time, changing in ways such as  its purpose or interface

Evolve

Examining how arts and entertainment have changed through the years
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Like, comment, subscribe

Jiya Singh March 2, 2023
How vlogging brought me closer to myself
Im Going Viral!

I’m Going Viral!

Jiya Singh March 1, 2023
Understanding TikTok’s effect on music and media’s popularity
Sophomore Stanley Du lays up the ball past a defender.

Photo by Manas Kottakota

Boys Basketball defeats Basis Independent Silicon Valley 71-46

Manas Kottakota, Jason Chu, and Jiya Singh February 6, 2023
Matadors outclass BHS in a must win game
Many concerts include pits, areas where attendees can stand close to the stage and experience their favorite artists up close.

In the pit

Jiya Singh December 22, 2022
Amplifying the stories of the MVHS community at concerts
An inside scoop: Broadway star Derek Klena is currently ranked 5th on my list.

The 101 loves of my life

Jiya Singh December 21, 2022
Revealing the reasons behind my long list of celebrity men
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