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The Burlingame B

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The Burlingame B

Mock Trial club auditions took place on Tuesday, Sept. 27 in Jim Chin’s classroom. Club officers senior Eva Chen and senior Erika Jiang attentively watched and took notes on each student audition as they began to assemble this years roster.

Mock Trial club prepares courtroom team for upcoming season

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
October 10, 2022

A piping-hot pot of green tea greeted Mock Trial club members as they walked into advisor Jim Chin’s classroom for auditions on Tuesday, Sept. 27. While only a few of the auditioners indulged in the...

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Cast member Lucas Keeley, as Mr. Salzella, rehearses a scene with Clo Papandongas, who plays Agnes Nitt, during a rehearsal for “Maskerade.”

Let’s get the show on the road: all about the fall play

Ruby Rosenquist, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2022

After weeks of preparation, Burlingame’s theater department is less than a month away from its opening performance of “Maskerade.”  But first, let’s set the stage: based on the fantasy novel...

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Luke Levitt cruises to the bike rack before school on Wednesday, Sept. 14.

Electric bikes surge in popularity: students weigh in

Stefan Couloures, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2022

Electric bikes are trending. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the bikes have skyrocketed in popularity across the country, and Burlingame is no exception.  The electric bike, or “e-bike,” uses...

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A pride flag hangs up in Ms. Murphys classroom. She, along with other BHS teachers has hung up pride flags to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community and to encourage a safe space where students can feel comfortable about their identity.

Gender and Sexuality Alliance welcomes all

Sophia Puzon, Senior Reporter
October 7, 2022

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) club serves as a safe space for LGBTQ+ and allied students to speak about issues that impact LGBTQ+ youth in their schools and communities. At Burlingame, the GSA...

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Students gather in the front lawn during lunch for a picnic with French pastries, including chocolate eclairs.

French club returns for a second year filled with special events

Ana Lunaparra, Staff Reporter
October 5, 2022

Senior and president of the French club Ella Rafferty plans to make the most of her last year leading the club, with a variety of creative activities focused on bringing more French culture to the school.  Although...

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(From left to right) Spanish teacher Julian Martinez, sophomore Andrea Figueroa Tostado, senior Abby Sanchez and academic counselor Earvin Buckner each shared their cultural perspectives during this Hispanic Heritage Month.

Unidos: Highlighting Hispanic voices at Burlingame

Lizzy Wan, Diversity Coordinator
October 5, 2022

Between Sept. 15 and Oct. 16, the United States is celebrating its 34th Hispanic Heritage Month. The observation dates back to 1968 when California Congressman George E. Brown introduced Hispanic Heritage...

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Math Club president Sophia Flagg poses for a photo inside the library.

Math Club president Sophia Flagg discusses her passion for STEM and upcoming club events

Will Kriner, Senior Reporter
October 4, 2022

High school students and math? Generally, not a great combination. For most students, math seems to be their worst enemy — nothing could be worse than spending countless hours studying for subjects...

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Welcome to Burlingame: New Teacher Profiles

Welcome to Burlingame: New Teacher Profiles

October 4, 2022

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Burlingame’s Bay University class in session on Thursday, Sept. 22.

Bay University guides adult students to success

Natalie Gyde, Social Coordinator
September 26, 2022

Many Burlingame students walk into the F-Building every day. Most likely, they head up the stairs for an architecture, engineering or nutrition class, overlooking the three classrooms on the downstairs...

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2022-2023 ASB President Rinko Miyoshi stands in front of the leadership class’s window reflecting Burlingame High School.

New year, new leadership: Rinko Miyoshi embraces an open mind as new ASB president

Joelle Huysmans, Diversity Coordinator
September 23, 2022

This past August, senior Rinko Miyoshi's family moved to Japan while she stayed in Burlingame to finish her final year of high school. Living more than 5000 miles away from her family, Miyoshi has been...

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Seniors Sofia Husain and Kelsey McDonald, the new presidents of Burlingame Environmental Club, pose for a photo in front of the library at lunch.

New year, new leadership: Burlingame Environmental Club prepares for an impactful year

Abby Knight, Copy Editor
September 20, 2022

The Burlingame Environmental Club (BEC) plans to improve the school campus while collaborating with external organizations to maximize the club's impact on the environment. Senior Sofia Husain, co-president...

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Students in the engineering subteam eagerly learn about the process of building a physical robot at a meeting on Sept. 12.

Student-built, student-run: A glimpse of the robotics team

Brinda Iyer, Copy Editor
September 19, 2022

Year after year, as students graduate and move on, the robotics team turns to experienced members to step up: teaching new members, managing the various subteams and calling the shots. The upcoming season...

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