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The Burlingame B

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The Burlingame B

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 to make it her mission to advocate for change. According to the Stanford South Asian Translational Heart...

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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

After playing baseball in France for nine years where he qualified for the national team, junior Ea Leialoha moved back to Burlingame this past January. Now, he plays on the varsity baseball team while...

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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

While some students wake up as early as four or five in the morning for sports practice or to finish up last-minute homework, junior Mohamad Elayan does it for a different reason — Ramadan, the ninth...

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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

In 1983, Mei-Hwa Liao arrived at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, to begin her work as a Supervisory Mechanical Engineer. It was the culmination of years of hard work, passion, and grit...

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Sophomore Jacob Weinberg and freshman Nathan Situ bring the robot onto the field to prepare for their next match.

Iron Panthers robotics team qualifies for World Championships at Arizona East Regional

Connor Leong, Staff Reporter
March 27, 2025

At the Arizona East Regional, a FIRST Robotics Competition held from March 19-22, the Iron Panthers put on a dominating performance. After finishing in first place out of over 40 teams in qualification...

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Horan, Kelly, and Muldowney sport homecoming dresses they made themselves.

Three juniors make their own clothes by sewing, crocheting and knitting

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
February 27, 2025

While many students spend their time exploring malls and department stores for their outfits, juniors Ellora Horan, Rowan Kelly, and Aisling Muldowney spend their time crocheting, sewing, or knitting their...

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As student-athletes, junior Mika Haggarty, sophomore Vivienne French, and senior Joss Tramel overcome an additional challenge. Each of them has to manage a medical condition by using medical devices, and specialized equipment, or adjusting their positions on the field to optimize their performance.  Photo courtesy of Joss Tramel (left) and  Viviene French (right)

How three athletes navigate sports with health challenges

Josie Wettan, Copy Editor
February 26, 2025

For any athlete, the position they play on the field, court, or pool is an important aspect of their performance. But for sophomore Vivienne French, playing right wing on the junior varsity soccer team...

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Burlingame mock trial poses after qualifying for the semi-finals where they faced the strongest team in the region from Menlo.

Mock trial concludes successful season in semifinal competition

Akira Nakamura, Staff Reporter
February 18, 2025

Burlingame's mock trial team concluded another successful season on Tuesday, Feb. 11, after facing Menlo School in a hard-fought semifinal matchup. The Panthers went head-to-head with one of the best teams...

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One of the museum’s lenticular images compares Burlingame Avenue in the 1920s and present day.

Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum tells the story of the city’s past

Abby Zarahn, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2025

Tucked inside the Burlingame Caltrain station, the Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum might be small, but it holds a wealth of historical artifacts that give residents a look into Burlingame and Hillsborough’s...

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Freshman Sophia Hwang uses 3D modeling software to create terrain.

Inside the 3-Dimensional Game Art and Design class

Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2025

The 3-Dimensional Game Art and Design class offers students the unique opportunity to explore both the creative and technical aspects of game development. Taught by art teacher Eislyn Wolf-Noyes, the class...

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After nine months of construction, Topgolf’s 107th venue opened along Airport Boulevard’s bay shoreline. The most expensive venue to date, it is expected to bring the city revenue, jobs, and tourism.

Topgolf opens new venue in Burlingame

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
February 4, 2025

On Dec. 13, 2024, Topgolf opened its 107th venue along Airport Boulevard and the Bayshore Freeway. With many international locations, the company’s niche is combining sports and leisure to provide what...

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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

From late January to early February each year, Asian communities from all backgrounds unite to celebrate Lunar New Year. While each region celebrates differently, the core traditions remain: at festivals,...

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