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Nuts and Candy Store Owner John Kevranian stockpiled his products in anticipation of the tariffs.
Tariffs drive up costs for local businesses
In accordance with President Donald Trump’s presidential proclamation, the U.S. flag at Burlingame will be flown at half-staff from Friday, Sept. 12, until sunset on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Staff protests district decision to fly flag at half-staff for Charlie Kirk
During the Aug.15 fire evacuation, some students played frisbee on the front lawn to pass the time.
Fire alarms prompt evacuations, cause schoolwide concern
Principal Jen Fong delivers her speech to the crowd at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 27.
New gym opens after two years of construction
Senior Nico Bennett poses with his Lead Actor trophy at the Rita Moreno Awards. He now moves on to the Jimmy Awards in New York City.
Bennett wins Lead Actor at Rita Moreno Awards, advances to Broadway’s Jimmy Awards
Cracks are visible on the courts near the football field, with weeds beginning to grow through them.
Tennis continues to play on poor-quality courts
The dance team meets for mandatory practice on Wednesday, Aug. 27, preparing for their performance at the “Welcome Back” rally.
New dance program offers class and team opportunities
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
As first-generation college students, Wang, Chieppe, and Song pave the way for their siblings and family.
First generation students forge new pathways
Bleviss, Balmy, Erle, and Skelton are retiring from Burlingame this year.
Farewell to familiar faces: teachers retire after years in the classroom
Opinion: Women’s professional sports still aren’t getting the respect they deserve
Opinion: Women’s professional sports still aren’t getting the respect they deserve
President Donald Trump passed an executive order on March 1 declaring English as the United States’ national language, reversing the policies of former administrations and setting a new precedent for the country.
The US shouldn’t have an official language
According to NBC News, as of April 16, government authorities have revoked the visas of international students across 32 states by citing “a seldom-used 1952 foreign policy statute to take aim at their activism” or for past charges.
Editorial: Revoking student visas violates First Amendment
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
In 2024, Louisiana passed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in every public school classroom within the state.
Editorial: Religious doctrine has no place in school
After seven years in development, the record-breaking film “KPop Demon Hunters” has earned Netflix its first box-office hit with the new theater sing-along experience.
“KPop Demon Hunters” brings Korean culture to audiences worldwide
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
Goodthing Coffee opened in October 2024 and is a popular spot on Burlingame Avenue for trending desserts and decadent drinks.
Review: Goodthing Coffee serves up unique and fast-selling drinks and desserts
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Cracks are visible on the courts near the football field, with weeds beginning to grow through them.
Tennis continues to play on poor-quality courts
Senior quarterback Nick Armstrong scrambles up the field with the ball, avoiding defenders.
Varsity football loses season opener in overtime thriller
Varsity cheer practices their stunting in preparation for their halftime performance.
Fall Sports Previews: Old faces and new heights
Junior Grayson Howard lays a bunt down the third base line.
Baseball ends season without playoff berth
Freshman Alvin Feng Heng Ho became the first player to qualify for the California Interscholastic Federation playoffs in Burlingame history.
Badminton thrives in postseason, caps off successful season
Students gather on the dance floor during Pride Prom, celebrating in an atmosphere designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all.
District celebrates Pride Prom as LGBTQ+ community faces pushback
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
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
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Walk the field with running back Hayden Haba
Walk the field with running back Hayden Haba
Screen time management tools: helpful or harmful?
Screen time management tools: helpful or harmful?
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
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Seniors’ increased demand for AP Government class extends schedule changes into second full week of school

Seniors’ increased demand for AP Government class extends schedule changes into second full week of school

Evelyn Du, Managing Editor • August 29, 2024

At the start of the school year, according to Assistant Principal Valerie Arbizu, over 23 senior students were on the waitlist or petitioned to switch from College Prep Government (CP Gov) to Advanced...

With artificial intelligence (AI) on the rise, the San Mateo Union High School District Board of Trustees discussed the role of Artificial Intelligence in classrooms,

Board reviews evolution of AI in recent years, considers policy changes

Will Kriner, Copy Editor • June 3, 2024

On Thursday, May 16, the San Mateo Union High School District Board of Trustees hosted a discussion and presentations about the uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in the district and possible ways to...

Several large buildings located east of Taiwan in Hualien City were struck down by the April 3 earthquake.

Deadliest earthquake in a quarter-century rattles Taiwanese citizens

Iny Li, Managing Editor • May 28, 2024

Sophomore Micah Chew hadn’t expected much from his spring break. While taking a quick trip to Taipei, Taiwan, to ease his mind before the upcoming finals and Advanced Placement testing, and to celebrate...

Due to gym construction, many AP exams were hosted in the Burlingame Recreation Center this year.

Community Center hosts AP exams for first time, AP US History exam gets delayed

Evelyn Du, Managing Editor • May 21, 2024

In June 2023, the San Mateo Union High School District (SMUHSD) began a large-scale project at Burlingame High School: reconstructing and renovating the school gym. While students and teachers alike eagerly...

The percentage of favorable responses from students to the survey question, “How fairly do students from your school treat students of different races, ethnicities, or cultures?”

Board reviews Panorama survey results from start of 2024, recognizes boys’ soccer’s championship

Will Kriner, Copy Editor • April 9, 2024

At the San Mateo Union High School District Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, March 28, the Board went over the results of the annual Panorama survey, completed by students and their families at the...

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?”

Western Association of Schools and Colleges evaluates Burlingame for accreditation

Josie Wettan, Social Media Manager • March 28, 2024

From Monday, March 18 to Wednesday, March 20, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) visited campus to evaluate Burlingame for accreditation. WASC is a committee that assesses high schools...

On Tuesday, March 5, Californians cast their votes in the 2024 primary election.

Seniors reflect on voting in monumental election

Brinda Iyer, Copy Editor • March 19, 2024

On Tuesday, March 5, Californians, including Burlingame seniors, voted in the 2024 primary election. While primary elections are held every two years to establish the top candidates for various state,...

Although government and economics teacher Alex Gray took economics in high school, she has never felt like the curriculum adequately prepared her to navigate the finances of daily life.

California weighs requiring financial literacy course

Audrey Wei, Social Coordinator • March 5, 2024

On Sept. 5, 2023, attorney Christopher Lee Kaufman and financial education non-profit founder Timothy J. Ranzetta proposed a ballot initiative to make one semester of financial literacy classes a high...

The answers from SMUHSD staff to the survey question: “How should the Board allocate the proceeds from the sale of Crestmoor?”

Board discusses options with newly allocated funds, puts WASC action plans in motion

Will Kriner, Copy Editor • February 27, 2024

For 40 years, Peninsula High School was located at the Crestmoor property in San Bruno. That changed in 2020 when the school relocated to a site in Burlingame. Ever since, the district has been in the...

Cursive, Annie Miller acknowledged, is a social skill more than an academic one.

Cursive makes a comeback: a chore or a critical skill?

Iny Li, Managing Editor • February 26, 2024

When fifth-grade elementary school teacher Patricia Althaus saw her son Liam struggle to decipher the birthday card her mother had gifted him, stumbling through the loopy letters and skipping over phrases,...

In response to the abundance of false information online, a new bill was signed that requires K-12 teachers to teach media literacy skills.

New media literacy law seeks to educate students about fake news

Joelle Huysmans, Editor-in-chief • February 16, 2024

According to a 2019 Stanford study, two-thirds of students tested couldn’t distinguish editorial content and advertising, and 96% didn’t comprehend why a climate-change website supported by a fossil...

The CalTrain grade separation is expected to be completed in 2028.

Broadway grade separation project aims to curb accidents

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter • February 14, 2024

According to the California Public Utilities Commission, the Broadway intersection, crossing California Drive, Broadway, and Carolan Avenue, is the most dangerous train crossing in the state. That’s...

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