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New technology policies ordain that students only use school-issued Chromebooks and give up their phones during class time.
Personal devices banned in class
Engaging Youth Voters
Engaging Youth Voters
Caltrain Public Information Officer Dan Lieberman emphasizes the variety of features in the Caltrain that are catered to the public’s needs.
Caltrain electrification project brings efficiency and clean energy into play
English department drops 4-point scale
English department drops 4-point scale
Cheng applies the final touches to the mural’s details on Saturday, Sept. 7.
New mural celebrates diversity, amplifies student voice
Students and staff adapt to the rise of AI in education
Students and staff adapt to the rise of AI in education
Italian exchange students with their host students at Oracle Park in San Francisco on Friday, Sept. 27.
Italian exchange students return to Burlingame
Ignite2Unite speaker Freddie Silvera transitions students to the next activity during BDTW.
Breaking Down the Walls returns
Students face added pressure in the SAT testing process, due to a shortage of nearby testing centers.
Limited SAT Test Spaces Adds Stress
Senior Hannah Wen and Karshan discuss her flash fiction piece, the first writing assignment of the semester. Karshan holds meetings with each student to debrief their pieces.
Karshan introduces creative writing elective
In 2020, fans speculated that famous pop stars Olivia Rodrigo (left) and Sabrina Carpenter (right) 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.
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
Up-and-coming K-pop girl group IVE performs at the Oakland Arena for their first-ever world tour.
From a mere fan to a diehard, my experience at a K-pop concert
In 2008, voters approved a $10 billion bond to build a high-speed rail connecting San Francisco and Los Angeles, projected to be completed by 2020. However, four years later, the project remains unfinished, with costs soaring nearly $100 billion over the original budget.
California has to rid itself of a ‘no’ mentality to change its relationship with cars
Every year, thousands of competitive seniors get rejection letters like this one.
Rejection wall will celebrate redirections
Tashi Duncan (Zendaya) begins to develop feelings for both Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor).
Challengers: The twisting love triangle displays a cinematic masterpiece
Matt Fitzpatrick (right) hits a chip around the green as his brother Alex (left) looks on at the Open Championship last July. One of the season’s best episodes featured the two brothers as Alex worked to get out of Matt’s shadow and become a successful player in his own right.
“Full Swing” hits its stride in improved second season
Elodie (Millie Bobby Brown) shines a light as she adventures through the cave.
Damsel is a worthy addition to your watchlist
Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen (Austin Butler) fight a battle to the death to determine whether or not Paul has the might to become emperor.
‘Dune: Part Two’ is an exquisite cinematic experience
Ben (Glen Powell) waits for help on a raft with Bea (Sydney Sweeney) after jumping off the boat to save her.
Social media overhyped “Anyone But You”
Junior Ryan Liu leads the pack during the last leg of the race.
Strong individual performances propel cross country at season’s second meet
Senior Lexi Podkaminer prepares to receive a serve on Oct. 10 at the match against Carlmont.
Girls’ tennis secures second place after pivotal week
Senior lineman JJ Vea leads the team back onto the field for the second half during Burlingame’s game against Mountain View on Friday, Oct. 4.
Football continues impressive start with blowout win over Mountain View
Freshman Miya Steinbach — who was pulled up from the junior varsity team to play against Terra Nova — dashes for the endzone after intercepting the ball during the first quarter of a game on Wednesday, Oct. 3rd. Steinbach proceeded to score a pick six, increasing the Panthers’ lead to 28.
Flag football’s explosive offense fuels victory against Terra Nova
Junior Aria Sherwood lines up to take the penalty shot against the Sequoia goalie and scores.
Girls’ water polo sees progress in narrow loss to Sequoia
Italian exchange students with their host students at Oracle Park in San Francisco on Friday, Sept. 27.
Italian exchange students return to Burlingame
Elizabeth Diehl, who plays Ariel Moore in Footloose, performs the dance number “Holding Out for a Hero” during a dress rehearsal.
Footloose rocks (and rolls) the stage
Team members carry the robot out for competition.
Iron Panthers barely fall short of world championship
Student volunteers senior Miu Onoe, senior Landon Stoubagh and freshman Karen Mikoshiba welcome the Japanese exchange students after their arrival at Burlingame.
Burlingame welcomes five exchange students from Japan
On Sunday March 3, Iron Panthers collaborated to fix their robot which broke right before quarterfinals.
Triumph and team unity: Iron Panthers shine at Silicon Valley Regional Robotics Competition
A look into girls' lacrosse
A look into girls’ lacrosse
The Blitz: The Tortured Poets Department album review
The Blitz: The Tortured Poets Department album review
Yearbook: Behind the scenes
Yearbook: Behind the scenes
The Blitz: Resurgence of old music
The Blitz: Resurgence of old music
Edwards: Building the ceramics community
Edwards: Building the ceramics community
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The Burlingame B
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The Burlingame B
Junior Ryan Liu leads the pack during the last leg of the race.
Strong individual performances propel cross country at season's second meet
Josie Wettan, Copy Editor • October 19, 2024

While cross country was unable to pull out the team win for the girls or boys at their second Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) meet on Wednesday, Oct. 16, the individual successes were still evident for the squad across the board. Not only were their multiple personal records set, but even with top runners...

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Senior Lexi Podkaminer prepares to receive a serve on Oct. 10 at the match against Carlmont.
Girls’ tennis secures second place after pivotal week
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • October 15, 2024
Senior lineman JJ Vea leads the team back onto the field for the second half during Burlingame’s game against Mountain View on Friday, Oct. 4.
Football continues impressive start with blowout win over Mountain View
Henry Gardner, Head Photographer • October 7, 2024
Freshman Miya Steinbach — who was pulled up from the junior varsity team to play against Terra Nova — dashes for the endzone after intercepting the ball during the first quarter of a game on Wednesday, Oct. 3rd. Steinbach proceeded to score a pick six, increasing the Panthers’ lead to 28.
Flag football’s explosive offense fuels victory against Terra Nova
Emma Yu, Senior Reporter • October 6, 2024
Junior Aria Sherwood lines up to take the penalty shot against the Sequoia goalie and scores.
Girls’ water polo sees progress in narrow loss to Sequoia
Sophia Doss, Copy Editor • October 1, 2024
Senior Jillian Kiniris returns the ball during girls’ volleyball’s tight victory against Menlo Atherton on Tuesday, Sept. 24th.
Girls’ volleyball beats Menlo-Atherton to take outright control of PAL Bay
Audrey Wei, Senior Reporter • September 28, 2024
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Senior Gigi Sullivan tees off on the eighth hole at Mariners’ Point Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 19.
Girls’ golf falls to Sequoia in narrow defeat
Will Kriner, Copy Editor • September 22, 2024
Sophomore Shea Mulready prepares to serve a ball during the season opener on Tuesday, Sept. 10 against Menlo-Atherton High School.
Burlingame defeats Menlo-Atherton in thrilling season opener
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • September 13, 2024
Junior Adrian Gong prepares for a shot against Aragon.
Boys’ water polo defeats Aragon for second league victory
Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter • September 13, 2024
Senior Louann Bernaudin tosses the ball during their practice on Aug. 23.
Fall Sports Preview: Exciting players and renewed expectations
Josie Wettan, Henry Gardner, Will Kriner, Kaylee Hwang, Audrey Wei, Alex Bertelli, Sophia Doss, and Emma Yu • September 3, 2024
Junior Mia Robelo ends the half-time routine with a smile as the cheer squad practices in preparation for the upcoming away game.
New year, new coach: cheer squad returns more spirited than ever
Iny Li, Business Manager • September 3, 2024
Senior Clayton Lau hits an iron shot out of the rough on the 4th hole at Laguna Seca Golf Ranch on May 14.
Boys’ golf makes history at CCS
Arda Inegol, Business Manager • May 21, 2024
Sophomore Fabian Falconett (left) and junior C. J. Reed (right) block an attack from Soquel High School during their first match in the Central Coast Section (CCS) tournament.
Boys’ volleyball closes out successful season in second-ever CCS appearance
Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor • May 13, 2024
Junior Henry Bradley brings the ball down the field during the boys’ lacrosse game against Carlmont on Thursday, May 2.
Boys’ lacrosse suffers heartbreaking defeat to Carlmont on senior night
Brinda Iyer, Copy Editor • May 9, 2024
(Left to right:) Senior Clara Zhong, junior Ashley Zeng, head coach Sal Banquiles, sophomore Brandon Mark, freshman Brandon Lin and senior Captain Jayden Ma pose for a photo after qualifying for CCS and placing in the top four at PALs.
Badminton achieves season goal, qualifying for CCS
Audrey Wei, Senior Reporter • May 8, 2024
Senior Lily Grenier hit two hits in their match against Sequoia on Apr. 30.
Softball brings home victory on senior night
Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter • May 8, 2024
Seniors Jake Ramirez and Zachery Zloblinsky keep up their speed against tough competition in the boys’ 800-meter race.
Despite difficult conditions, athletes excel at PAL Finals
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • May 6, 2024
Senior captain Gigi Bottarini embraces her family after the game.
Girls lacrosse gets redemption against Woodside in final league game
Josie Wettan, Copy Editor • May 2, 2024
Chiang’s opponents couldn’t adjust to his more unconventional, badminton-inspired playstyle.
Chiang takes third in PAL debut, barely misses CCS
Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator • May 1, 2024
From left to right, freshman Alexa Chang, senior Sofia Kim, junior Karena Huang and freshman Katelin Huang pose for a picture after earning medals in their races.
Swim ends PAL season on a positive note at finals
Joelle Huysmans, Design Editor • May 1, 2024
Located at Leo J. Ryan Park, the CYC’s dragon boat team poses for a team picture after the NorCal CA Dragon Boat championships in the fall of 2023.
Twin sisters reconnect culturally through dragon boat
Iny Li, Business Manager • April 26, 2024
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