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The Burlingame B

The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B

Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs

Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs

Joelle Huysmans and Connie Lu
December 10, 2024

Every four years, the presidential election provides students with the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions about their nation’s future and explore their own political stances. Whether they...

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The Ohlone-Portola Heritage Trail spans 90 miles across San Mateo County and outlines the Portola Expedition where the Spanish, guided by the Ohlone tribe, “discovered” California. Today, according to Castro, there is one surviving branch of the Ramaytush Ohlone, the tribe that lived in the San Francisco Bay.

New California bill reinforces education on Native American histories and perspectives

Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator
December 8, 2024

“Oppression runs in my blood.” This is what senior Chloe Villarreal — someone with Asian, Latino, and Native American roots — said when asked about her heritage. Growing up, she always viewed...

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Members of the Key Club volunteer at a Safeway event in partnership with National Broadcasting Company encouraging shoppers to donate to nourishing neighbors.

Clubs lead volunteer initiatives for holiday season, organizing food drives and giving back

Sophia Doss, Copy Editor
December 2, 2024

From volunteering at food banks to partnering with local organizations to raise awareness about their cause, Burlingame students are dedicating their time to helping others. And with the holiday season...

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Burlingame freshman Marlon Garcia crosses the street amid post-school traffic.

Burlingame seeks safer streets with Vision Zero as concerns persist

Akira Nakamura, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2024

Pedestrian safety has been a long-standing concern for the Burlingame City Council and its commissions, Vice Chair of the Traffic, Safety and Parking Commission John Martos said. While many areas of Burlingame...

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Senior Prosecution Attorney Lexie Levitt responds to an objection brought up by defense attorney Josie Wettan.

Mock trial holds scrimmages to sharpen skills ahead of competition season

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2024

After weeks of practice and refining their arguments, the mock trial team has begun final preparations for upcoming competitions through a series of scrimmages. The team held its first scrimmage on Wednesday,...

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Junior Eli Wright competes in the high bar, as seen here where Wright glides in mid air trying to grasp onto the bar.

Wright navigates challenges, rewards of competitive gymnastics

Kai Shah, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2024

Junior Eli Wright didn’t always see himself on a gymnastics team. But one coach, after noticing his talent and skill set at a gymnastics summer camp, offered Wright an opportunity to join a boys' team....

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After the Little Big Game on Saturday, Nov. 9, leadership sets up decorations and equipment for the Homecoming dance at the Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco.

Behind the scenes: planning a school dance

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
November 18, 2024

Homecoming has stood as Burlingame’s most widely attended dance in recent years, and it’s paired with a preceding week of spirited activities and the highly anticipated Little Big Game. On Saturday,...

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The musical debuted on Thursday, Nov. 14.

‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ takes stage as first entirely student-run musical

Abby Knight and Paige Cornelius
November 17, 2024

After more than two years of preparation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee debuted on Thursday, Nov. 14, as a musical entirely conceived, directed, and managed by students. Adapted from the 2005...

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Peer tutors host sessions after school in the library.

Tutors juggle studies and mentorship to support fellow students

Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2024

In the peer-to-peer tutoring program, students are responsible for mentoring others and balancing their own time as learners. With the goal of helping others grow academically, volunteers dedicate an average...

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Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits

Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits

Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator
November 7, 2024

Mysterious sweat stains, odd sizing, worn fabric on uniforms — this isn’t an ideal sight for anyone, but it’s the reality for girls’ varsity basketball. While not all Burlingame sports teams experience...

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Siu received multiple medals, including a team trophy at the 2024 games in swimming and track. At the games, she enjoys spending time with her team and meeting new people.

After life-saving transplant, senior Caitlyn Siu excels at Transplant Games

Kai Shah, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2024

When senior Caitlyn Siu was just two months old, doctors diagnosed her with a rare disease that caused her liver to fail. Within months, she needed a transplant. The surgery came when she was 10 months...

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