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The elevator in the C-Building is one of the several out-of-service elevators on campus, complicating mobility for junior Adam Zimmer, who broke his ankle and now relies on crutches.
Out-of-service elevators restrict class access for injured students
The event, held in the San Mateo County Event Center on Saturday, April 26, heard from 19 speakers and featured 40 booths covering a wide range of disaster preparedness topics.
San Mateo County hosts wildfire preparedness event
Recent collegiate sports cuts have left students such as sophomore Alexa Chang, freshman Elaina Newman, and senior Giana Johnson contemplating their decision to play sports in college.
Sports budget cuts affect student-athlete recruits
Demonstrators assemble in Oakland on April 5 as part of the ‘Hands Off Our Government’ movement protesting Trump and Musk’s recent actions.
Federal funding cuts impact Bay Area
The Iron Panthers celebrate their second FIRST Championship victory at Houston, Texas.
Robotics Wins FIRST World Championships
Guest speaker Jenna Smith presents to parents at a meeting on Monday, April 28.
RISE group connects parents of neurodivergent students
Juniors Emily Meng and Lucas Zhu develop their Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art portfolios. The painting of Icarus on the left is by Meng, and the two photos on the right are by Zhu.
Students craft AP Studio Art portfolios
According to College Board, the number of public high school graduates nationally who have taken an AP Exam increased from 31.5% of the class of 2013 to 34.7% of the class of 2023.
APs: Stress or success?
The event, held in the San Mateo County Event Center on Saturday, April 26, heard from 19 speakers and featured 40 booths covering a wide range of disaster preparedness topics.
San Mateo County hosts wildfire preparedness event
The Iron Panthers celebrate their second FIRST Championship victory at Houston, Texas.
Robotics Wins FIRST World Championships
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
Despite facing various issues including homelessness and trailing job growth, San Francisco has proven to be resilient across history. © Frank Schulenburg / CC BY-SA 4.0
A city of resilience: SF’s fate is not sealed
‘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
Auliʻi Cravalho returns to voice all favorite Polynesian princess Moana, in the movie “Moana 2”.
‘Moana 2’ delivers a heartwarming Disney sequel despite familiar formula
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
Senior Giana Johnson at bat in an attempt to get a hit.
Softball honors seniors prior to loss against Woodside in final home game
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
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
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
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
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
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
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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, Staff Reporter
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, Copy Editor
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, Staff Reporter
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, Senior Reporter
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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Recent collegiate sports cuts have left students such as sophomore Alexa Chang, freshman Elaina Newman, and senior Giana Johnson contemplating their decision to play sports in college.

Sports budget cuts affect student-athlete recruits

Abby Zarahn, Staff Reporter
May 1, 2025

Since January, three California state universities have cut sports from their respective athletic programs, with one university eliminating its entire athletic department. Collegiate sports programs...

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Senior midfielder Anders Gauthier celebrates with his teammates after scoring the winning goal in the 2nd overtime period.

Burlingame defeats Palo Alto in crucial rivalry game

Henry Gardner, Head Photographer
April 28, 2025

For boys’ lacrosse players, Palo Alto High School is not just any opponent. The rivalry between the two schools has intensified in recent years, as a result of close games, heated clashes between players,...

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“Hands Off” protesters line up in Redwood City on Saturday, April 5, against President Donald Trump’s policies and billionaire Elon Musk.

Community pushes for inclusive trans policies, transphobic comments spur backlash

Iny Li, Business Manager
April 23, 2025

For many transgender athletes, the playing field isn’t always level, not necessarily because of skill level, but because of recent policies aimed at discriminating against transgender athletes. For senior...

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Senior Nick Moshkovoy steps in to hit a forehand.

Boys’ tennis falls to second in league after tense battle against Aragon

Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator
April 23, 2025

Walking onto enemy courts at Aragon High School on Thursday, April 17, the pressure was on for Burlingame’s boys’ tennis team. Both teams, tied for first with 9-1 Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) records,...

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Junior Ellora Horan receives the baton from senior Rhian Cordero during the women's varsity 4x100 relay.

Track and field celebrates seniors with outstanding performance at final league meet

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2025

On Wednesday, April 16, the track and field team honored their 24 seniors with roses and speeches during a senior night ceremony prior to their final league meet. The meet against El Camino and Woodside...

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Sophomore Kiley Lyons pitches to a Bearcat hitter.

Softball suffers heavy loss to San Mateo in league matchup

Olivia Newman, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2025

When the score was tied 2-2 after the third inning on Tuesday, April 15, varsity softball knew they would have a tough game ahead. The team struggled both offensively and defensively throughout the remainder...

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Seniors Charlotte Wong and KayKay Pan defeat their opponents in the No. 1 girls’ doubles match on Tuesday, April 15.

Badminton remains undefeated in dominant win over Capuchino

Akira Nakamura, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2025

Varsity badminton cruised to the finish line with a 26-4 victory over Capuchino High School on Tuesday, April 15. The win extended the Panthers’ undefeated record to 9-0, but the numbers alone don’t...

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