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The Millbrae Art and Wine Festival brought large crowds downtown for a Labor Day weekend filled with art, crafts and food.
A sunny weekend draws a diverse crowd to Millbrae’s annual Art & Wine Festival
Trees line Burlingames main entrance on Mar. 12, 2021. On Tuesday, graffiti was discovered in the C-Building boys’ bathroom.
Racist, Anti-Semitic graffiti discovered on campus
The San Mateo Unified High School District updated classroom speakers this summer, surprising students with the sound of a new bell. It plays six beeps at a pitch of around 440 Hz in place of a traditional, single-ring bell.
What’s up with the bells?
A man holds up a sign sporting “Shell can go to Hell”, protesting the harmful production and use of oil from the company.
San Mateo politicians call for climate reform at youth rally
The Black Parents Association held its final meeting over Zoom where they discussed updates to the district’s bulletin, commented on a new Ethnic Studies course and hosted recent graduates to give updates on their college life.
SMUHSD’s final Unity in the Community meeting
Burlingame’s Bay University class in session on Thursday, Sept. 22.
Bay University guides adult students to success
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
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
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
Junior Deniel Mirzoian works on a software project at the Burlingame Public Library.
Panther programmers: Students take coding to the next level
On August 20, a line of customers wait to order at Palmetto Superfoods for their acai bowls and smoothies.
Review: Palmetto Superfoods
Amazon purchased over 100,000 electric delivery vehicles from Rivian in 2019 to move the company towards carbon neutrality.
Think twice before hitting “order” on your favorite online shop
Prior to the 2022 March Madness tournament, the NCAA limited March Madness branding solely to the men’s tournament.
One year after weight room controversy, women get a fairer slice of March Madness
Students struggle with the overwhelming workload that comes with taking too many AP classes.
To take or not to take APs: Course selection paradox
A shared wall would help mitigate the isolation many feel after rejection.
Rejection wall would put college admissions stress in perspective
Activists gather at a rally in Vancouver, Canada on Feb. 26 to protest the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine deserves more than our performative activism
Future of masks at Burlingame unknown, what to do?
Future of masks at Burlingame unknown, what to do?
Trump supporters storm the Capitol on Jan. 6 in hopes of stopping the electoral vote.
Perception of Capitol attack warped by life under Trump administration
The trials and tribulations of a Wednesday
Defining our history
Response to “Rejection wall would put college admissions stress in perspective”
Response to: “A parent’s push to rename Burlingame Intermediate School after Ruth Bader Ginsburg”
We need more movies like “Top Gun: Maverick”
We need more movies like “Top Gun: Maverick”
Batman (Robert Pattinson) and Catwoman (Zoë Kravitz) look down at Gotham City as they prepare to continue on with their lives and go their separate ways.
The caped crusader punches his way back on screen
Spider-Man movies ranked
Spider-Man movies ranked
Nature’s Cereal is a recent healthy food trend going viral among TikTok users.
Delicious and creative food trends take over TikTok
The cast of WandaVision is stacked with returning Marvel characters, as well as some fantastic new characters that make their marks on the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
“WandaVision” is a great TV series, regardless of whether you like Marvel
On Sept. 22, freshmen Samantha Tom and Evelyn Du won 6-0, 6-0 in their No. 3 doubles match against San Mateo.
Girls’ tennis takes comfortable victory over rival San Mateo
Senior and team captain Daniel Hilt runs through the Aragon defense in the first quarter of Thursday night’s match.
Varsity football’s legendary league opener: 16 seconds and a dream
Senior Giselle Ortiz passes to an open teammate, assisting one of the team’s many goals.
Girls water polo fights to win over Carlmont following tough loss
Senior starter Jonathan Kon prepares to fire a shot into the goal while a Half Moon Bay defender attempts to block the throw.
Short-handed Panthers struggle against Half Moon Bay, remain hopeful for the future
Varsity runners Jackson Spenner and Lucas Keeley make their way down the back straight of the course just before Cougar Hill.
Cross country flies out the gate in first meet of the season
On Sept. 22, freshmen Samantha Tom and Evelyn Du won 6-0, 6-0 in their No. 3 doubles match against San Mateo.
Girls’ tennis takes comfortable victory over rival San Mateo
Senior and team captain Daniel Hilt runs through the Aragon defense in the first quarter of Thursday night’s match.
Varsity football’s legendary league opener: 16 seconds and a dream
Senior Giselle Ortiz passes to an open teammate, assisting one of the team’s many goals.
Girls water polo fights to win over Carlmont following tough loss
Senior starter Jonathan Kon prepares to fire a shot into the goal while a Half Moon Bay defender attempts to block the throw.
Short-handed Panthers struggle against Half Moon Bay, remain hopeful for the future
Varsity runners Jackson Spenner and Lucas Keeley make their way down the back straight of the course just before Cougar Hill.
Cross country flies out the gate in first meet of the season
In front of a packed student section, senior forward Carson Robenalt puts up a jumper in the team’s game against Los Altos High School.
Boys’ basketball finishes second in Burlingame Lions Club Tournament
The girls’ varsity team huddled after their game in the outfield and chatted with coaches.
Varsity girls’ softball suffers loss against rival San Mateo
Burlingame players reposition for the next point during the second set in their March 21 match against Lowell High School.
Boys’ volleyball program enters third year
Co-captains and juniors Madison Gen Eugenio and Erika Jiang play No. 1 doubles against San Mateo on April 5.
Badminton team determined to make playoff push
Junior Jackson Spenner serves in his 6-1, 6-1 win against Mills’ Nicholas Chang on April 19.
Boys’ tennis continues acing forward, despite recent losses
Senior midfielder Cole Jones bolts away with ball possession in a league game against Menlo-Atherton on April 12.
Boys’ lacrosse ready for a fresh start
Maybe about editor-in-chief Audrey Limb’s hopes and goals for the club as well as potential stuff about the next issue.
New year, new leadership: Catcher Zine paints a future of inclusivity
Teen librarian Jenny Miner and senior Eva Chen pose for a picture after leading the first Youth Poet Laureate writing workshop.
The search for Burlingame’s first Youth Poet Laureate begins
Junior Deniel Mirzoian works on a software project at the Burlingame Public Library.
Panther programmers: Students take coding to the next level
Club members hiking along the Montara Mountain Trail on Saturday, April 16.
MAIA Impact club hikes to raise awareness
The “Into the Woods” cast and crew pose for a photo just days before their first performance.
Burlingame’s “Into the Woods”: a thrilling, magical adventure
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On Sept. 22, freshmen Samantha Tom and Evelyn Du won 6-0, 6-0 in their No. 3 doubles match against San Mateo.

Girls’ tennis takes comfortable victory over rival San Mateo

Daria Burnosova, Senior Reporter
September 30, 2022

On Thursday, Sept. 22, girls’ tennis hosted school rival San Mateo High School.  With a final score of 6-1, the Panthers (4-2 Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) Bay Division) easily triumphed over the...

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Senior and team captain Daniel Hilt runs through the Aragon defense in the first quarter of Thursday night’s match.

Varsity football’s legendary league opener: 16 seconds and a dream

Jake Rothstein, Head Photographer
September 30, 2022

With just 16 seconds left in the fourth quarter of Thursday, Sept. 29’s match against Aragon High School, varsity football head coach John Philipopoulos took a timeout. Down 10-7, with 33 yards away...

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

Bay University guides adult students to success

Natalie Gyde, Staff Reporter
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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Maybe about editor-in-chief Audrey Limb’s hopes and goals for the club as well as potential stuff about the next issue.

New year, new leadership: Catcher Zine paints a future of inclusivity

Sophia Puzon, Staff Reporter
September 26, 2022

Since its founding in 2020, the Catcher Zine club has served as an outlet for students to showcase their passion for art and literature. Senior Audrey Limb, the club’s new editor-in-chief, hopes to support...

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Senior Giselle Ortiz passes to an open teammate, assisting one of the team’s many goals.

Girls water polo fights to win over Carlmont following tough loss

Amanda Nolan and Ellie Neuman
September 25, 2022

Minimal turnovers, aggressive defense and an unrelenting barrage of shots led the girl’s varsity water polo team to an 18-4 victory over Carlmont High School on Thursday, Sept. 22.  The Panthers...

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Senior starter Jonathan Kon prepares to fire a shot into the goal while a Half Moon Bay defender attempts to block the throw.

Short-handed Panthers struggle against Half Moon Bay, remain hopeful for the future

Arda Inegol, Webmaster
September 24, 2022

With three of their six starters out with injuries, boys’ varsity water polo faced off against Half Moon Bay High School at home on Wednesday, Sept. 21 in a tough-nosed but less-than-rewarding game.  The...

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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, Staff Reporter
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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Teen librarian Jenny Miner and senior Eva Chen pose for a picture after leading the first Youth Poet Laureate writing workshop.

The search for Burlingame’s first Youth Poet Laureate begins

Lauren Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
September 21, 2022

At first glance, the contest to become Burlingame and Hillsborough’s first Youth Poet Laureate (YPL) appears to be just another creative writing competition for teens. But in order to “win,” applicants...

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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, Staff Reporter
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, Staff Reporter
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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Varsity runners Jackson Spenner and Lucas Keeley make their way down the back straight of the course just before Cougar Hill.

Cross country flies out the gate in first meet of the season

Alex Kelly, Business Manager
September 17, 2022

'Shish kebabs.' That's how one Burlingame runner described his legs after reaching the top of the notoriously steep Cougar Hill at the Sept. 16 Artichoke Invitational, the cross country team's first...

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Junior and No. 1 singles player Mila Mulready won her match easily (6-0, 6-1) against Carlmont’s top competition. Last season, she won the Peninsula Athletic League’s individual tournament.

Girls’ tennis shows potential for an energized playoff run after close season opener

Elise Spenner, Managing Editor
September 14, 2022

I’m not quite sure what the secret to the success of the girls’ tennis team is. It could be a head coach who will drive six hours round-trip from Chico for an impromptu Saturday morning practice...

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