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Construction for the gym began on July 23, 2024. By the end of August 2024, they had a steel structure, and in April 2025 they have completed most of the exterior.
Gym to finish in August, parents fundraise equipment upgrades
“Hands Off” protesters line up in Redwood City on Saturday, April 5, against President Donald Trump’s policies and billionaire Elon Musk.
Community pushes for inclusive trans policies, transphobic comments spur backlash
Ethnic Studies sparks debates at district and state level
Ethnic Studies sparks debates at district and state level
On February 28, a student looking for a school assignment accidentally discovered a document that contained private district information.
Students obtain confidential district document, admin conducts investigation
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
Students seen biking alongside cars on a busy road without safe bike lanes, a situation Safe Routes to School hopes to resolve.
Kelly works to increase transportation sustainability
Students gather on the dance floor during Pride Prom, celebrating in an atmosphere designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all.
District celebrates Pride Prom as LGBTQ+ community faces pushback
Maqsood (second to the right) with AHA Teen of Impact campaign partners from Sacred Heart Preparatory and the director of SSATHI, Dr. Rajesh Dash.
Junior Kairah Maqsood empowers change for South Asian Heart Health
Junior Ea Leialoha fields a ground ball at third base and throws it to first base.
From France to Burlingame: Ea Leialoha returns to hometown with international baseball experience
Community members gather around the buffet table during the Ramadan Iftar potluck, an event hosted by the SMUHSD Family Engagement Program.
Beyond fasting: students share significance of Ramadan
According to NBC News, as of April 16, government authorities have revoked the visas of international students across 32 states by citing “a seldom-used 1952 foreign policy statute to take aim at their activism” or for past charges.
Editorial: Revoking student visas violates First Amendment
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
In 2024, Louisiana passed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in every public school classroom within the state.
Editorial: Religious doctrine has no place in school
Despite facing various issues including homelessness and trailing job growth, San Francisco has proven to be resilient across history. © Frank Schulenburg / CC BY-SA 4.0
A city of resilience: SF’s fate is not sealed
Fans created a memorial for Payne outside of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on Oct. 17.
Editorial: Respect the privacy of public figures
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
Goodthing Coffee opened in October 2024 and is a popular spot on Burlingame Avenue for trending desserts and decadent drinks.
Review: Goodthing Coffee serves up unique and fast-selling drinks and desserts
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Auliʻi Cravalho returns to voice all favorite Polynesian princess Moana, in the movie “Moana 2”.
‘Moana 2’ delivers a heartwarming Disney sequel despite familiar formula
“Hands Off” protesters line up in Redwood City on Saturday, April 5, against President Donald Trump’s policies and billionaire Elon Musk.
Community pushes for inclusive trans policies, transphobic comments spur backlash
Senior Nick Moshkovoy steps in to hit a forehand.
Boys’ tennis falls to second in league after tense battle against Aragon
Junior Ellora Horan receives the baton from senior Rhian Cordero during the women's varsity 4x100 relay.
Track and field celebrates seniors with outstanding performance at final league meet
Sophomore Kiley Lyons pitches to a Bearcat hitter.
Softball suffers heavy loss to San Mateo in league matchup
Seniors Charlotte Wong and KayKay Pan defeat their opponents in the No. 1 girls’ doubles match on Tuesday, April 15.
Badminton remains undefeated in dominant win over Capuchino
Students gather on the dance floor during Pride Prom, celebrating in an atmosphere designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all.
District celebrates Pride Prom as LGBTQ+ community faces pushback
Community members gather around the buffet table during the Ramadan Iftar potluck, an event hosted by the SMUHSD Family Engagement Program.
Beyond fasting: students share significance of Ramadan
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
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The Burlingame B
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The Burlingame B
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Ethnic Studies sparks debates at district and state level
Ethnic Studies sparks debates at district and state level
Evelyn Du and Joelle Huysmans • March 31, 2025
On February 28, a student looking for a school assignment accidentally discovered a document that contained private district information.
Students obtain confidential district document, admin conducts investigation
Henry Gardner, Head Photographer • March 28, 2025
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
Connie Lu, Jeannine Chiang, and Zachary Newman • February 25, 2025
Features
Maqsood (second to the right) with AHA Teen of Impact campaign partners from Sacred Heart Preparatory and the director of SSATHI, Dr. Rajesh Dash.
Junior Kairah Maqsood empowers change for South Asian Heart Health
Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter • April 12, 2025

After witnessing the inadequate heart healthcare South Asians receive, junior Kairah Maqsood decided...

Junior Ea Leialoha fields a ground ball at third base and throws it to first base.
From France to Burlingame: Ea Leialoha returns to hometown with international baseball experience
Kai Shah, Staff Reporter • April 8, 2025
Community members gather around the buffet table during the Ramadan Iftar potluck, an event hosted by the SMUHSD Family Engagement Program.
Beyond fasting: students share significance of Ramadan
Iny Li, Business Manager • April 3, 2025
Liao worked at NASA for 33 years, working on projects like the International Space Station and the Ares 1-X launch.
Women’s History Month: Honoring Mei-Hwa Liao, former NASA engineer
Josie Wettan, Copy Editor • March 28, 2025
Opinion
Entertainment
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
Olivia Newman, Staff Reporter • April 19, 2025
Goodthing Coffee opened in October 2024 and is a popular spot on Burlingame Avenue for trending desserts and decadent drinks.
Review: Goodthing Coffee serves up unique and fast-selling drinks and desserts
Abby Zarahn, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • January 15, 2025
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter • December 14, 2024
Sports
Student Life
Community members gather around the buffet table during the Ramadan Iftar potluck, an event hosted by the SMUHSD Family Engagement Program.
Beyond fasting: students share significance of Ramadan
Iny Li, Business Manager • April 3, 2025
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator • February 4, 2025
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter • December 14, 2024
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Abby Knight, Connor Leong, Chiara Wesley, and Abby Zarahn • December 9, 2024
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April 21, 2025
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The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
March 24, 2025
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
Natalie Gyde, Kaylee Hwang, and Henry Gardner • February 7, 2025
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
Natalie Gyde, Henry Gardner, and Kaylee Hwang • January 23, 2025
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
Iny Li and Natalie Gyde • December 20, 2024
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