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

Uggly talk (and plastic crocs too)

Uggly talk (and plastic crocs too)

Margaret Lin November 9, 2011

They're unflattering and they're chunky, but oh, so comfy. Crocs versus Uggs: this issue has been hotly debated since the beginning of civilized history. And now once and for all, this debate will...

PHOTO GALLERY: Blood Drive — November 3, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Blood Drive — November 3, 2011

Margaret Lin November 4, 2011
On November 3, 2011, about 120 students and community members went to the MVHS gym to donate blood.
The hockey tables and photo booths enhanced the experience of  those who regularly went to dances; however, those who don’t usually attend dances didn’t find those changes that useful. Promotions for the dance made it seem like those who usually didn’t go to dances would be blown away by all the other sources of entertainment. Illustration by Margaret Lin.

Homecoming promo video falsely advertises

Margaret Lin October 27, 2011
It’s supposed to be just an additional source of entertainment for normal dancegoers

The Bottom Line: We want you in the Captain’s Crew! I want YOU to join the army today.

Margaret Lin October 13, 2011

Doctors. Scientists. Engineers. Want those jobs? Then join the U.S. Army. When you think of the U.S. Army, you’re probably thinking boot camps, push-ups, and fighting man-to-man. However, students...

A memorial set up at Apple Headquarters honors the death of co-founder Steve Jobs on Oct. 5. His spirit and story lives on in many local citizens. Photo by Christophe Haubursin.

A Week Later: The Steve Jobs Legacy

Margaret Lin October 13, 2011
The genius of Steve Jobs will continue to inspire us
Robots are taking over the world

Robots are taking over the world

Margaret Lin October 12, 2011
And we're absolutely screwed.
International Secret Agents enchant students

International Secret Agents enchant students

Margaret Lin September 26, 2011
International Secret Agents stars visit the Bay Area on Sept. 25
Students are left puzzled about the loss of tater tots and lunch menu price changes

Even more mysterious than mystery meat

Margaret Lin September 23, 2011
Students are left confused by changes in the cafeteria
Reducing workloads in classes

Reducing workloads in classes

Margaret Lin August 26, 2011
Having more efficient flow of work will require more communication, but it's doable
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