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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

MVHS students frequent a few locations close by for leisure, but there are other options to explore as well. Photo Illustration | Jillian Ju and Isabelle Kok

Localcations

El Estoque explores attractions in the area
Hank and Little Ears, the two male goats of Deer Hollow Farm located within Rancho San Antonio, play with one another. Photo Illustration | Niveda Hari and Isabelle Kok

Rancho San Antonio County Park & Open Space Preserve is revered for its scenery, wildlife and trails

The local attraction is beloved by all visitors, adults and kids alike, for its nature
Niveda Hari and Vaishnavi Katukam
April 21, 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
At the Planned Parenthood booth, an attendee wins a prize after spinning the wheel. Photo | Kate Yang

Cupertino’s Earth Day and Arbor Festival sets a spotlight on environmental issues

The City of Cupertino hosted the interactive event to educate people and spread awareness on the environment
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
April 11, 2025
The cover of "Equus Asinus" features a shirtless man ironing cloth in a bedroom. Photo courtesy of Men I Trust

‘Equus Asinus’ leaves fans searching for more

Canadian band Men I Trust barely nail the plot in their latest release
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
April 5, 2025
Lady Gaga describes “MAYHEM” as her facing her fear of with returning to pop music. Photo Courtesy of Interscope Records | Used with permission

‘MAYHEM’ is a masterful and fun dance-pop record

Besides being chaotic, "MAYHEM" keeps listeners on their toes with its astonishing delivery
Vaishnavi Katukam
March 24, 2025
Black cultural expression has fostered a unique kaleidoscope of substyles within arts and media. Photo Illustration | Isabelle Kok

Beyond the surface

The influence of Black history and culture on modern arts and entertainment
People often consume and replicate fashion trends without being aware of their origin. Black culture has shaped modern day fashion, hair and makeup in various ways. Photo Illustration | Isabelle Kok

The beauty behind Black history

Exploring the ways in which black culture has impacted today’s fashion, hair and makeup.
Ananya Chaudhary and Vaishnavi Katukam
March 10, 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
Sophomore and boys doubles player Jeremy Li lunges to hit the birdie.  Photo | Vaishnavi Katukam

Varsity Badminton falls to Milpitas High School 19-11

Despite many close matches, MVHS ultimately loses to MHS
An illustration of Mac Miller’s face shaped as a balloon. Photo courtesy of Malcolm James McCormick Photo | Used with permission

‘Balloonerism’ pops Mac Miller’s musicality balloon

Miller’s emotion falls short with its repetitive nature
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
February 3, 2025
Illustrations | Anika Bhandarkar and Asha Wojciechowski

The birds and the bees

El Estoque's Opinion section explores the stereotypes and issues MVHS observes within sex
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