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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
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
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
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
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
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
In his No. 3 singles match against Menlo-Atherton, junior Alex Bozinovic clinched 4-6, 6-4, 10-6.
Boys’ tennis settles the score with Menlo-Atherton, extends season to CCS
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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Senior quarterback Nick Armstrong scrambles up the field with the ball, avoiding defenders.

Varsity football loses season opener in overtime thriller

Kai Shah, Sports Editor
September 2, 2025

With only a few minutes left on the clock, varsity football was heading for a tough start to the season, trailing 29-14 in their game against Half Moon Bay High School on Friday, Aug. 29. But as the student...

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Varsity cheer practices their stunting in preparation for their halftime performance.

Fall Sports Previews: Old faces and new heights

Kai Shah, Alex Bertelli, Josie Wettan, Olivia Newman, Akira Nakamura, Abby Zarahn, Paige Cornelius, Oscar Bill, and Audrey Wei
September 2, 2025

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Junior Grayson Howard lays a bunt down the third base line.

Baseball ends season without playoff berth

Kai Shah, Sports Editor
May 24, 2025

On Monday, May 19, varsity baseball’s season officially came to a close, as the team did not qualify for the Central Coast Section (CCS) playoffs. This season marked a shift from the previous year, when...

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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

Akira Nakamura, Copy Editor
May 24, 2025

Despite tough competition, varsity badminton thrived during its postseason run, with multiple players qualifying for the Central Coast Section (CCS) championships and one advancing to the next stage: the...

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In his No. 3 singles match against Menlo-Atherton, junior Alex Bozinovic clinched 4-6, 6-4, 10-6.

Boys’ tennis settles the score with Menlo-Atherton, extends season to CCS

Evelyn Du, Managing Editor
May 22, 2025

At the beginning of the season, boys’ varsity tennis agreed on one word to describe their team: together. “We have chosen the word ‘together.’ That’s our word,” head coach Doug Stone said...

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Senior defender Ella Wang pushes up the field during the first quarter of a game against Los Gatos on Tuesday, May 13.

Girls’ lacrosse ends season in CCS quarterfinals against Los Gatos

Kaylee Hwang, Design Editor
May 20, 2025

In a closely contested game, the varsity girls’ lacrosse team lost 12-14 to Los Gatos High School in their Central Coast Section (CCS) quarterfinal matchup on Tuesday, May 13. The loss marked the end...

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Senior midfielder Henry Bradley winds up for a shot during the third quarter of the Panthers’ CCS matchup against Archbishop Mitty.

Boys’ lacrosse’s historic season comes to an end against Archbishop Mitty

Henry Gardner, Managing Editor
May 20, 2025

Coming into this season, expectations were low for boys’ lacrosse. After a difficult 2024 campaign and the loss of seven seniors, the team seemed to be heading for another losing season, which would...

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Seniors CJ Reed and Cole Ng block an attack from Christopher during a match on Monday, May 12.

Boys’ volleyball closes out successful season with second-round exit in CCS

Will Kriner, Copy Editor
May 19, 2025

On Tuesday, May 13, boys’ varsity volleyball closed out the season with a loss against Harbor High School in the quarterfinals of the Central Coast Section (CCS) playoffs, falling to the Pirates in all...

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Senior Giana Johnson at bat in an attempt to get a hit.

Softball honors seniors prior to loss against Woodside in final home game

Olivia Newman, Copy Editor
May 19, 2025

Many of the seniors in varsity softball first took the field together at just six years old. Now, years later, they shared their last home game against Woodside High School on Tuesday, May 13. Friends...

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Sophomore Evelyn Hon leads off Burlingame's varsity girls' 200-yard freestyle relay at PAL finals. The team comprised Hon, juniors Marina Chan and Lydia Jiang, and freshman Julia Bowler.

Swim competes at CCS and PAL finals, Chang qualifies for CIF Championships

Josie Wettan, Social Media Manager
May 16, 2025

On Saturday, May 3, the varsity swim team ended its season at the Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) finals, held at Menlo-Atherton High School. Both boys’ and girls’ teams placed 5th in the meet, with...

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Senior Avery Boyse cleared 13 feet in pole vault, breaking the previous PAL record of 11 feet, 7 inches.

Track sets the pace at PAL finals, athletes qualify for CCS

Paige Cornelius, Business Manager
May 15, 2025

The varsity track team continued its impressive streak at the Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) Championships on Saturday, May 10, with many athletes qualifying for the upcoming Central Coast Section (CCS)...

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Senior Zachary Newman takes a swing during the CCS playoffs at Laguna Seca Golf Ranch on Tuesday, May 6.

Boys’ varsity golf closes out successful season with CCS appearance

Audrey Wei, Social Coordinator
May 14, 2025

On Tuesday, May 6, boys’ varsity golf capped off a strong season with a Central Coast Section (CCS) playoff appearance. The Panthers finished second in the Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) Bay Division...

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