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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

MUSIC: #LoveJo is a gift

MUSIC: #LoveJo is a gift

Anjali Bhat February 18, 2014
JoJo releases a free and dazzling new EP for fans.
Five Young Adult Romance Novels to Fall in Love With

Five Young Adult Romance Novels to Fall in Love With

Anjali Bhat February 14, 2014
This Valentine’s Day weekend, take a bite out of these deliciously sweet novels.

Winter wonderquad

Anjali Bhat December 18, 2013
Leadership students decorate the academic quad to bring holiday cheer from the North Pole to campus.
‘Iron Chef’ competition leads to sweet success

‘Iron Chef’ competition leads to sweet success

Anjali Bhat December 8, 2013
Six teams of four strategize to create the perfect meal featuring the secret ingredient: peppermint.
Review: ‘Almost, Maine’ a heartwarming show

Review: ‘Almost, Maine’ a heartwarming show

Anjali Bhat November 10, 2013

With powdery snowflakes, a minor fumble and sentimental kisses, this rendition of the modern play is as endearing as the innocent romances it portrays.   Though it has been just a little more...

VIDEO: Science or witchcraft?

VIDEO: Science or witchcraft?

Anjali Bhat November 4, 2013

AP Chemistry teacher Kavita Gupta demonstrates 'magic' tricks for Halloween.

With a step away from the flirty album covers of One of the Boys and Teenage Dream, Katy Perry opts for a more simplistic cover for her latest album. The 29-year-old pop artist reveals more maturity in her personality as an artist with the range of songs on her new album.

Music: “PRISM” not entirely sugar-free, but still refreshing

Anjali Bhat October 26, 2013

Katy Perry’s latest album reveals a subtle new flavor with a mix of classics and more introspective music. Candy colors, flirty costumes, a raspy voice, Billboard Hot 100 songs about wild parties,...

Ricardo stands by the printers she uses to make copies for other staff members. A couple times a week, she is assisted by a group of MVHS’ special needs students. Photo taken by Anjali Bhat.

A teacher at heart

Anjali Bhat October 24, 2013

Print center staff member Maria Ricardo shares lifelong passion for education and community service. It's 1965. An eight year old girl is in her room in a modest little house in Portugal, but she’s...

After a week-long drive, food donations determine points to be added to each class’ overall homecoming score.

Homecoming food drive results announced on Sept. 25

Anjali Bhat September 26, 2013

After a week-long drive, food donations determine points to be added to each class’ overall homecoming score.   The annual Homecoming food drive collects donations for the non-profit Second...

Senior Sunrise held Aug. 21

Senior Sunrise held Aug. 21

Anjali Bhat August 22, 2013

Seniors wake up bright and early to watch the sunrise and commemorate the first day of their last year in high school.   On the first day of school, seniors began to gather in front of the...

Fashion Club holds fashion show on May 18

Fashion Club holds fashion show on May 18

Anjali Bhat May 27, 2013

Fashion Club’s eighth annual fashion show brings the work of young designers into the spotlight. Underclassmen in Fashion Club established themselves as designers by showcasing their own clothing...

MV Week celebrates defining aspects of student life

MV Week celebrates defining aspects of student life

Anjali Bhat May 7, 2013
A recap of some of last week's major events.
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