![WASC looks for more than the basic California State standards. According to chairperson Mike Woo, “As new rules and new concerns come up through society, [WASC] look[s] is the school doing something about that. Like the biggest trend post-COVID is mental wellness. So is your school doing something to address the mental health of the students? Along with are they still doing the proper academics?”](https://theburlingameb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_3401-1200x1200.png)
![“For me personally, I want [others] to see the music program as a strong union because we can really bring out the life of our school,” Vega said. “We need music, you know? Otherwise, things would be really silent and dead.”](https://theburlingameb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/unnamed-1200x801.jpeg)
Panthers promote wellness during Stress Less Week
December 16, 2021
On Monday, Dec. 6, students made stress balls with balloons and cornstarch to kick off Stress Less Week.
Freshman Sophia Puzon exits the swarming line with a sweet beverage from the free hot chocolate pop-up at lunch on Tuesday, Dec. 7.
Seniors Jayden Schlesinger and Isabella Armanino color on the main stage for the inspirational drawing activity on Wednesday, Dec. 8. Blankets were provided, and students enjoyed a relaxing lunch with friends while collaborating on pieces.
Science teacher Thomas Bennett participates in the Staff vs. Student Ping Pong tournament on Thursday, Dec. 9. There were two games going simultaneously, cheered on by swarms of student spectators.
Sophomore Finn Lorian spends time with Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA therapy dog Buddy on Friday, Dec. 10. This wellness activity, featuring three therapy dogs, attracted a slew of students lined up from the alumni room down to the end of the A-Building.
