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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

Students often use their computers to replace their phones during class, voiding the purpose of the cell phone ban. | Photo by Niveda Hari

2026 cell phone ban sparks uncertainty about cell phone usage in MVHS classrooms

Students and staff explore the potential impacts of AB3216 on how technology is used in MVHS classrooms
Niveda Hari and Asha Wojciechowski
December 6, 2024
A unique friend

A unique friend

MVHS students share about their unconventional pets and relationships with them
Jason Chu and Niveda Hari
November 3, 2024
Junior Zoe Laurelle anticipates the incoming serve.

Varsity Girls Tennis falls 4-3 against Los Altos High School

In a close game, the Matadors fall short despite an early lead
Niveda Hari and Kaia Yuan
October 26, 2024
Photos courtesy of Brittany Duffy and Curtis Sloan | Used with permission

MVHS paraeducators discuss their roles in supporting students

How paraeducators bridge the gap between general and special education
Sophia D'Sa and Niveda Hari
September 20, 2024
Sophomore Avyan Mahajan dives for the ball at a baseball game. Photo courtesy of Avyan Mahajan

Time Out! Ep. 21: Avyan Mahajan

Avyan Mahajan talks about his journey in baseball
The juice is loose!

The juice is loose!

Students and teachers discuss OJ Simpson’s trial and recent death
Niveda Hari and Megha Mummaneni
May 21, 2024
Ethical crossroads

Ethical crossroads

El Estoque staff discuss the mission and ethics of the publication
Meggie Chen and Niveda Hari
April 21, 2024
Senior Leo Matsumoto swims the 200-yard IM with a time of 25.62 seconds.

Swim defeats Fremont High School 181.5-153.5

Varsity Girls Swim win against the Firebirds while Boys Swim ties
Niveda Hari and Liz Liu
April 3, 2024
Freshman Siva Kumaraguru readies his bat as he waits for the pitch.

Varsity Baseball falls to Saratoga High School 6-0

Matadors face a shutout by SHS' pitchers
Silent sounds

Silent sounds

Students and alumni discuss the underrepresentation of Asian American artists in the mainstream music scene
Niveda Hari and Aaryan Sharma
January 26, 2024
Sex, alcohol, drugs and suicide are often used by directors in popular TV shows, with examples being "13 Reasons Why" and "Euphoria."

A grasp on reality

Examining how sensitive topics are portrayed in popular TV shows
Niveda Hari and Aashi Venkat
December 6, 2023
DIY diagnoses

DIY diagnoses

Exploring how social media is harmful by causing people to self-diagnose illnesses
Niveda Hari
November 2, 2023
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