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The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

“A Minecraft Movie” smashed box office records this year as 2025’s highest-grossing film. | Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures

‘A Minecraft Movie’ digs up humor and chaos from the mines

The long-awaited film embraces creativity out of nothingness
Alan Tai and Samuel Teo
April 22, 2025
Graphic | Jillian Ju

In Review: Volume 6, 2025

El Estoque's staff review recently released media, ranging from Netflix's newest romcom to Lil Tecca's latest single
Conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser and the San Francisco Symphony rise after performing Antonín Dvořák’s “Slavonic Dance.” The group’s performance was met with thunderous applause from audience members. Photo | Samuel Teo

San Francisco Symphony’s Teen Night is not your typical classical concert

Conducted by Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, the orchestra performed the intricate melodies of Dvořák’s eighth symphony
Ethan Kellogg and Samuel Teo
April 5, 2025
Graphic | Benjamin Zhang

In Review: Volume 5, 2025

El Estoque's staff review recently released media, varying from JENNIE's love hangover to Kendrick Lamar's controversial Super Bowl Halftime Show
Photo Illustration | Alan Tai

Trump takes action to reverse U.S. climate policy

What does “unleashing American energy” mean for the climate?
Alan Tai and Samuel Teo
March 3, 2025
Twins and mother-son pair navigate school life together

Twins and mother-son pair navigate school life together

The unique bonds formed at MVHS through family relationships shape the experiences of both students and staff
Samuel Teo and Kaia Yuan
February 5, 2025
Protesters carry red banners, saying “National Assembly Disorder! Civil War Leader! Behead President Yoon!” in Itaewon, South Korea on Jan. 4. Photo | Samuel Teo

The MVHS Korean community shares insight on protests against the South Korean president’s breaches of democracy

Koreans protest as President Yoon defends martial law, questioning the democracy of South Korea
Samuel Teo and Subin Ko
February 3, 2025
For MVHS musicians, holiday music brings cherished memories, festive traditions, and a sense of connection both on and off stage.

Unpacking holiday music traditions

MVHS musicians reflect on the impact of holiday music
Samuel Teo and Kaia Yuan
December 8, 2024
Illustration | Erin Liu

MVHS community celebrate long-distance holidays

MVHS community discuss how they celebrate the holidays with their families despite living far apart
Samuel Teo
December 2, 2024
Senior Iris Shi poses with her violin. Photo courtesy of Iris Shi | Used with permission

The musical journey of MVHS senior Iris Shi

The life behind the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra co-concertmaster
Ethan Eisler and Samuel Teo
November 24, 2024
Illustration by Samuel Teo

The troubles of mandatory military service

Students share their thoughts on having to serve mandatory military service in their home country
Samuel Teo and Ethan Eisler
October 30, 2024
Toxicity on social media

Toxicity on social media

El Estoque's Opinion section delves into the toxic trends on social media
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