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Ethnic Studies sparks debates at district and state level
Ethnic Studies sparks debates at district and state level
On February 28, a student looking for a school assignment accidentally discovered a document that contained private district information.
Students obtain confidential district document, admin conducts investigation
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
TikTok shuts down for millions of Americans, who migrate en masse to other platforms.
Tick tock, TikTok: a ban or a bargain?
Demonstrators march to the City Hall of Daly City – one of the two rest stops – to replenish resources and gather more demonstrators to San Francisco.
Bay area residents march over 20 miles for immigration rights
Maqsood (second to the right) with AHA Teen of Impact campaign partners from Sacred Heart Preparatory and the director of SSATHI, Dr. Rajesh Dash.
Junior Kairah Maqsood empowers change for South Asian Heart Health
Junior Ea Leialoha fields a ground ball at third base and throws it to first base.
From France to Burlingame: Ea Leialoha returns to hometown with international baseball experience
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
Liao worked at NASA for 33 years, working on projects like the International Space Station and the Ares 1-X launch.
Women’s History Month: Honoring Mei-Hwa Liao, former NASA engineer
Sophomore Jacob Weinberg and freshman Nathan Situ bring the robot onto the field to prepare for their next match.
Iron Panthers robotics team qualifies for World Championships at Arizona East Regional
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
Fans created a memorial for Payne outside of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on Oct. 17.
Editorial: Respect the privacy of public figures
In 2020, fans speculated that famous pop stars Olivia Rodrigo (right) and Sabrina Carpenter (left) were involved in a love triangle with singer and actor Joshua Bassett, fueling tensions between the two and inspiring their respective hit songs that fans believe subtly address the drama. (Left) Olivia Rodrigo with Dr Fauci 1 by TenthAvenueFreezeOut is licensed under CC0 1.0. (Right) Sabrina Carpenter for Vanity Fair, 2024 by Diplomat's Son is licensed under CC BY 3.0
Are pop feuds genuine or PR stunts?
Students should not worry about AP tests for a multitude of reasons, one being that their scores do not impact their GPAs.
Relax, they’re only AP tests
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
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Junior setter Garret Wang prepares to pass to senior middle blocker CJ Reed against Archbishop Riordan on Tuesday, April 8.
Boys’ volleyball rolls past Archbishop Riordan in four-set victory
Defender Lila Edmonson sprints up the field, transitioning the ball out of the defensive zone.
Girls’ varsity lacrosse falls to Hillsdale in overtime
Junior Ea Leialoha fields a ground ball at third base and throws it to first base.
From France to Burlingame: Ea Leialoha returns to hometown with international baseball experience
Sophomore Alexa Chang dives into the pool.
Swim wraps up first half of the season with multiple CCS qualifications
Junior left fielder Drew Gall steps up to the plate to bat.
Baseball falls to Sequoia at home ahead of road rematch
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
Burlingame is sending seven students to Sacramento to participate in the selective All-State music program from Jan. 15 to 19.
Seven students selected for All-State music program
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
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
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Junior setter Garret Wang prepares to pass to senior middle blocker CJ Reed against Archbishop Riordan on Tuesday, April 8.
Boys’ volleyball rolls past Archbishop Riordan in four-set victory
Will Kriner, Copy Editor • April 12, 2025

On Tuesday, April 8, varsity boys’ volleyball (15-4 overall, 4-1 Peninsula Athletic League Bay), coming off of a three-match win streak, extended their string of victories in dominant fashion (25-17, 25-14, 22-25, 25-14) against Archbishop Riordan. The Panthers, expecting to win the match handily,...

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Defender Lila Edmonson sprints up the field, transitioning the ball out of the defensive zone.
Girls’ varsity lacrosse falls to Hillsdale in overtime
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • April 12, 2025
Junior Ea Leialoha fields a ground ball at third base and throws it to first base.
From France to Burlingame: Ea Leialoha returns to hometown with international baseball experience
Kai Shah, Staff Reporter • April 8, 2025
Sophomore Alexa Chang dives into the pool.
Swim wraps up first half of the season with multiple CCS qualifications
Josie Wettan, Copy Editor • April 3, 2025
Junior left fielder Drew Gall steps up to the plate to bat.
Baseball falls to Sequoia at home ahead of road rematch
Kai Shah, Staff Reporter • April 1, 2025
Junior Cole Weyer watches his drive on the seventh hole at Crystal Springs Golf Course on Monday, March 18 against Carlmont.
Boy’s golf fights through brutal weather conditions
Audrey Wei, Senior Reporter • March 25, 2025
BURLINGAME WEATHER
Freshman Alvin Feng Heng Ho applies pressure on his opponents on Thursday, March 20.
Badminton overpowers Terra Nova to preserve undefeated season
Akira Nakamura, Staff Reporter • March 25, 2025
Sophomore Avery Browdy leaps over a hurdle in the women's frosh-soph 100m hurdle event.
Track and field finds its footing in first league meet
Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter • March 24, 2025
Senior midfielder and team captain Henry Bradley winds up for a shot. Bradley scored three goals on March 20 against Woodside.
Boys lacrosse defeats Woodside to continue hot start
Henry Gardner, Head Photographer • March 24, 2025
Senior pitcher Amalia Alfers pitches to the Carlmont batter in the first inning of their game on Tuesday, March 18.
Softball finds opportunity for growth in loss to Carlmont
Olivia Newman, Staff Reporter • March 24, 2025
Senior Cole Ng and sophomore Julian Lee block an attack from Menlo-Atherton High School during the match on Friday, March 14.
Boys’ volleyball falls to first-place Menlo-Atherton in second league match
Will Kriner, Copy Editor • March 17, 2025
Senior midfielder and co-captain Miranda Sibley drives down the field, keeping possession as she looks for an opening.
Girls’ lacrosse shows improvement and defeats Sequoia in season opener
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • March 16, 2025
Kilgo and the team were supporting freshman Caleb Chou at every point of his super-tiebreaker. Kilgo was the first to congratulate Chou just seconds after his win.
‘We’re all like a little family’: Boys’ tennis attributes statement victory against Hillsdale to unshakable bond
Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator • March 11, 2025
Junior Alex Bozinovic hits a backhand slice in singles practice.
Spring sports previews: making their mark and proving their mettle
Paige Cornelius, Henry Gardner, Kaylee Hwang, Evelyn Du, Josie Wettan, Akira Nakamura, Iny Li, Kai Shah, Will Kriner, and Olivia Newman • March 3, 2025
Senior and co-captain Siena La Mark gathers the ball to shoot a three against Willow Glen’s formidable defense.
Girls’ basketball ends season with loss to Willow Glen in CCS playoffs
Emma Yu, Senior Reporter • February 28, 2025
Senior Andrew Jarrett wrestles his opponent at the CCS Masters tournament on Saturday, Feb. 22.
Aguilar and Jarrett qualify for wrestling state championships
Will Kriner, Copy Editor • February 27, 2025
As student-athletes, junior Mika Haggarty, sophomore Vivienne French, and senior Joss Tramel overcome an additional challenge. Each of them has to manage a medical condition by using medical devices, and specialized equipment, or adjusting their positions on the field to optimize their performance. Photo courtesy of Joss Tramel (left) and Viviene French (right)
How three athletes navigate sports with health challenges
Josie Wettan, Copy Editor • February 26, 2025
Junior point guard Jean-Luc Uharriet tries to get past an Oak Grove defender.
Boys’ basketball dominates Oak Grove to advance to CCS quarterfinals
Kai Shah, Staff Reporter • February 25, 2025
Junior Haleh Ansari leaps to score a fastbreak layup during the team's last league game on Friday, Feb. 14.
Girls’ basketball loses final league game to Terra Nova on heartbreaking buzzer-beater
Emma Yu, Senior Reporter • February 20, 2025
The winning goal not only gave boys’ soccer the win but also made them eligible for the postseason CCS tournament.
Last-minute heroics fuel boys’ soccer playoff berth
Henry Gardner, Head Photographer • February 17, 2025
Junior point guard Jean-Luc Uharriet scans the court and looks for an open teammate.
Boys’ basketball advances to playoffs with comeback win over Hillsdale
Kai Shah, Staff Reporter • February 14, 2025
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