El Estoque

Q&A: Senior bridges gap between history and computer science

Namrata Ramani • December 7, 2013

Senior Aditi Ramaswamy documents her passion for American history through her blog, The History Hacker. The typical teenager doesn’t spend her free time writing about the Civil War,...

Cupertino: The unexpected happens here

Namrata Ramani • November 24, 2013

Avoid boredom with Cupertino's hidden entertainment and relaxation spots.

Cupertino: Community happens here

Namrata Ramani • November 24, 2013

Quirks of the Cupertino community are revealed at the library.

Bullying at MVHS: How are you involved in bullying?

Namrata Ramani • October 28, 2013

Assess your understanding of the different aspects of bullying.

Defining spirit: 10 ways to show Matador pride

Namrata Ramani • September 25, 2013

Rallies at MVHS, famous for their deafening cheering and jam-packed stands, are often the most common displays of school spirit. However, there are many opportunities for students who are deterred by rallies...

PTSA to introduce new programs

Namrata Ramani • August 29, 2013

PTSA kicks off the year with seminars, new student group and stress management program.

New on campus: 50 Fresh Faces

Namrata Ramani • August 22, 2013

Freshmen explore their new territory with mixed emotions — anxiety, anticipation and excitement.

Music: Brad Paisley’s “Wheelhouse” barely toes the boundaries

Namrata Ramani • April 16, 2013

Although Paisley made an effort to bring new sights and sounds to country music, the result is still the same landscape. Mixed Reviews is a feature in which we examine recently released songs and albums...

Reversing the epidemic of sickness

Namrata Ramani • February 7, 2013

On Monday, Jan. 28, 127 MVHS students called in sick. That's 5% of the school absent on one day. People don't choose to be sick. Yet, sick people do have a choice, a choice that keeps...

Academic Stress Seminar opens discussion on stress management

Namrata Ramani • February 4, 2013

Peer Counseling’s Academic Stress Seminar teaches parents, students and teachers how to deal with stress.

DRAMA: “Romeo and Juliet” and “Hamlet” offer the ultimate “Shakesperience”

Namrata Ramani • November 4, 2012

A production performed in the round offers a unique experience for the audience Although the production of “Romeo and Juliet” may seem like nothing special, as the play has been done a countless...

Homecoming Court announced

Namrata Ramani • October 1, 2012

Class of 2013 Homecoming Court chosen