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

More than money

More than money

Alexandria Poh May 12, 2013

Economically privileged students inherit their parents’ views on the value of money. $120,000, Cupertino’s median annual household income, is more than double that of the rest of the nation. One...

Girls soccer: 1-0 victory secured in final offensive push

Girls soccer: 1-0 victory secured in final offensive push

Alexandria Poh December 6, 2012

Matadors defeat the Fremont Firebirds with improved communication. Though the score stayed at 0-0 for the majority of the game, the Matadors claimed the second win of the preseason against Fremont...

TEACHER FEATURE: Kyle Jones

TEACHER FEATURE: Kyle Jones

Alexandria Poh October 30, 2012
Biology teacher Kyle Jones, a motorcycle enthusiast
TEACHER FEATURE: Math teacher Katie Williams

TEACHER FEATURE: Math teacher Katie Williams

Alexandria Poh October 3, 2012
Math teacher Katie Williams on surfing, traveling and the endless summer
DRAMA: MVSNL starts off strong

DRAMA: MVSNL starts off strong

Alexandria Poh August 24, 2012
MVSNL’s diverse auditions suggest a refreshing performance
Tracking Flatow

Tracking Flatow

Alexandria Poh May 23, 2012
When track coach Jeff Payne stepped down two years ago due to personal reasons, Kirk Flatow was hired to step in and fill the void with his own inspirational style of coaching. El Estoque sits down with Flatow to find out exactly what he has changed and how he’s doing during his second year.
Badminton: MVHS closes season with satisfactory finish

Badminton: MVHS closes season with satisfactory finish

Alexandria Poh May 11, 2012
Senior night raises energy in badminton team, leads to 27-3 win against Cupertino High
Badminton: Matadors beat Chargers for a 21-9 win

Badminton: Matadors beat Chargers for a 21-9 win

Alexandria Poh May 2, 2012
Consistent play leads to an expected victory
Badminton: Matadors secure 18-12 win against Milpitas

Badminton: Matadors secure 18-12 win against Milpitas

Alexandria Poh April 11, 2012
Although doubles stumbles, the team makes up for their losses
Badminton: MVHS overpowers Gunn High School at home 22-8

Badminton: MVHS overpowers Gunn High School at home 22-8

Alexandria Poh April 9, 2012
Strong doubles teams give MVHS an edge
Badminton: Matadors defeat Wilcox 28-2

Badminton: Matadors defeat Wilcox 28-2

Alexandria Poh April 5, 2012
Matadors consistently win matches against Chargers
Growing up: Contrasting values and living their lives

Growing up: Contrasting values and living their lives

Alexandria Poh March 12, 2012
Though they grew up under the same roof, the Lu brothers share opposite childhood values
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