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The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B

The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B

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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Junior Haley Baird attempts to jump over a large obstacle on her horse in the Show Jumping event.

Junior Haley Baird displays unique skills through equestrian competitions

Kai Shah, Staff Reporter
January 31, 2025

Junior Haley Baird began her horseback riding journey when she went to her friend's birthday party at age six. After trying it out at the party and taking more lessons, her interest in horseback riding...

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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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