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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

Sophomore Emma Huang finds creative freedom in parkour

Sophomore Emma Huang finds creative freedom in parkour

Huang shares her experience starting and competing in parkour
Sania Nadkarni and Ethan Yang
October 30, 2025
Graphic | Sania Nadkarni

Snack Attack Vol. 2: Fall Snacks

El Estoque reviews Trader Joe’s fall-themed items
Leah Desai and Sania Nadkarni
October 23, 2025
Freshman Seljan Ibrahimli blocks shot during a practice game. Photo | Sania Nadkarni

MVHS introduces new freshman and sophomore Girls Volleyball team

The Girls Volleyball program navigates changes with the introduction of the new MV Frosh team
Ritik Shenoy and Sania Nadkarni
September 22, 2025
Senior Hannah Wu guards a a player from SHS. Photo | Leah Desai

Varsity Girls Water Polo falls 9-3 to Saratoga High School

Saratoga’s strong offense proves difficult for the Matadors to defend against
Sania Nadkarni and Leah Desai
September 15, 2025

Animal Assisted Happiness visits MVHS community

Students crowded in the rally court to spend time with animals to relieve academic stress
MVHS seniors show their college admission advice. Illustration | Leah Desai

MVHS seniors share their college advice

Seniors share their differing college application and admission experiences
Leah Desai and Sania Nadkarni
April 22, 2025
Images of tiny libraries located around the MVHS campus. Photo | Zaid Naqvi

MVHS students share the impact of tiny libraries

Tiny libraries help foster connections and improves reading skills throughout the community
Sania Nadkarni and Zaid Naqvi
April 7, 2025
Seniors and twin sisters Bernice and Ashley Kwong navigate their distinct journeys in Christian faith together.

I am faithful

Twins Bernice and Ashley Kwong discuss their lifelong journeys with Christianity
Jami Lim and Sania Nadkarni
March 6, 2025
Sophomore and guard Daniel Ji dribbles past a defender while junior Sean Foo sets up a screen for him.

Varsity Boys Basketball beats Cupertino High School 56-48

Matadors maintain their lead throughout the game due to strong offense
Sania Nadkarni and Leah Desai
February 16, 2025
The MVHS Chamber Orchestra stands in front of the California State Capitol.
Photo courtesy of John Gilchrist | Used with permission

MVHS Chamber Orchestra plays at CASMEC

Chamber Orchestra showcases their talent at the annual California All-State Music Education Conference
Corinna Kuo and Sania Nadkarni
January 27, 2025
Senior Clara Fan poses for a photo after the game with a homemade sash and a basketball signed by her teammates. Photo | Leah Desai

Senior Clara Fan scores 1,000 points in her Varsity Basketball career

Fan scores 25 points against Menlo-Atherton High School on Jan. 25
Leah Desai and Sania Nadkarni
January 27, 2025
Sarah Shelke attends the award ceremony for the International Children's Peace Prize as a nominee. Photo courtesy of Sarah Shelke | Used with permission

MVHS student recognized as a 2024 International Children’s Peace Prize Top 3 Finalist

Mind4Youth co-founder Sarah Shelke reflects on her experience being honored for her work
Sania Nadkarni and Leah Desai
December 9, 2024
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