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

SAT study time should be integrated in a personalized schedule

SAT study time should be integrated in a personalized schedule

Pranav Parthasarathy April 28, 2015
Students studying for the SAT should make sure they evaluate their priorities
Measures J and K will keep vital classes and construction projects alive

Measures J and K will keep vital classes and construction projects alive

Pranav Parthasarathy November 4, 2014
Measure J, a parcel tax, and Measure K, a bond-measure, while seemingly different, both fund crucial programs that our district needs
New California “Yes means yes” law better protects students from sexual assault

New California “Yes means yes” law better protects students from sexual assault

Pranav Parthasarathy October 6, 2014
New legislation defines consent more strictly, helping protect students from sexual actions that they do not explicitly agree to
MVHS Robotics president senior Archana Kikla begins a presentation at the Robotics interest meeting at lunch on Sept. 18 in room F108. Kikla presented the team’s logistical framework as well as its mission and competitions. Photo by Pranav Parthasarathy.

Robotics outlines overall structure of club and competitions in interest meeting on Sept. 19

Pranav Parthasarathy September 25, 2014
Robotics describes structure of the club and competitions as well as other, community-centric activities
Why all politicians should be like Rob Ford

Why all politicians should be like Rob Ford

Pranav Parthasarathy September 24, 2014
When life is full of hypocrisy, a little honesty can’t hurt
Ray Rice’s scandal highlights the NFL’s overly lax punishments

Ray Rice’s scandal highlights the NFL’s overly lax punishments

Pranav Parthasarathy September 23, 2014
The NFL suspended Ray Rice several months too late after another video leak on TMZ
Dean of Students Nico Flores at work two days before the Welcome Back Dance on August 20. Administration’s conversation with ASB — which Flores was a part of — helped clarify any misunderstanding between the two parties regarding the practice of front-to-back dancing, which is allowed under strict, responsible regulation. Photo by Pranav Parthasarathy.

Administration’s resolution of a “freaking” misunderstanding represents a step in the right direction

Pranav Parthasarathy August 21, 2014
An affirmation of a fair policy is a smart move, but more can be done to promote a healthy, responsible attitude regarding sex

Matador of the Week: Carly Reid

Pranav Parthasarathy May 26, 2014

When senior Carly Reid learned to swim as a young child, she didn’t expect to be a competitive swimmer. She now is an athlete with 10 years of experience and numerous awards and competes in the 50, 100...

Representatives from the purple team compete in the second day of club war festivities — the quiz bowl on Tuesday, April 22. While well-intentioned, this event and the other events hosted by Club Commission was beleaguered by several issues. Photo by Colin Ni.

While comical, Monta Vista Club Wars fails to meet its potential

Pranav Parthasarathy May 10, 2014
The El Estoque Editorial Board has decided that, due to incomplete coverage, this editorial should be removed. We apologize for the error.
Senior Jonathan Yao serves against Sacred Heart on April 8th. While Yao’s doubles team with Vinay Reddy would go on to lose the set and the match, Monta Vista managed to seize the series 5-2. Photo by Pranav Parthasarathy

Boys Tennis: Matadors defeat Sacred Heart High School 5-2

Pranav Parthasarathy April 21, 2014
Strong play and coordinated teamwork pull Matadors through close series to the win

The Early Assessment Program represents a positive step in California and American education

Pranav Parthasarathy March 18, 2014
Given the mediocre state of American education, we need to add standardized assessments to provide appropriate feedback.
Then-Junior Ryan Manley gets ready to spike the ball against Los Gatos High School. Manley enjoys volleyball more than football, in part because he discovered and became good at the sport in middle school within two years. Photo by Cynthia Mao

Matador of the Week: Ryan Manley

Pranav Parthasarathy March 16, 2014

Senior Ryan Manley currently plays volleyball for Monta Vista High School and the club team Mountain View 18 Reds as an outside hitter, having played the sport since 6th grade. While he also played as...

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