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A stream of cars moves through the Broadway intersection, with some turning left to cross the train tracks onto Carolan Avenue. Broadway and Carolan Avenue are both hotspots on a Vision Zero, and the organization’s winter proposal is expected to address these and other safety concerns.
City advances efforts for street safety
Nuts and Candy Store Owner John Kevranian stockpiled his products in anticipation of the tariffs.
Tariffs drive up costs for local businesses
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
Jordan Loey, Burlingame’s new assistant principal for the 2025-26 school year, spent the past decade in various roles at Abraham Lincoln High School in San Francisco.
Loey joins as new assistant principal
Hype around house music: 1980s genre reverberates with Gen Z
Hype around house music: 1980s genre reverberates with Gen Z
Commercialization on the Avenue
Commercialization on the Avenue
New year, new faces
New year, new faces
Cracks are visible on the courts near the football field, with weeds beginning to grow through them.
Tennis continues to play on poor-quality courts
Students dress up for the USA-themed football game against Arroyo High School on Friday, Sept. 13.
Editorial: It’s time to reclaim the flag as a symbol of unity
Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing
Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing
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
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
Freshman Judy Hu makes a stroke on the second-to-last hole of the Green Hills golf green during their game against Capuchino High School on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
Girls’ golf defeats Sequoia, Capuchino, El Camino, remains undefeated
Juniors Tad Folgner and Aiden Dille run together, pacing each other to strong finishes.
Girls’ open division cross country captures first win at Half Moon Bay
Junior Lucas Carlson battles for the ball in front of the opposing team’s goal.
Boys’ water polo defeats rivals Menlo-Atherton in a dominant victory
Senior running back Hayden Haba fights off a Los Gatos defender.
Football suffers disappointing loss against Los Gatos
Freshman Chloe Chew carries the ball towards the endzone in an attempt to score.
Flag football dominates Jefferson in season opener
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
A Day in the Life with Coach E
A Day in the Life with Coach E
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
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Abby Zarahn

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator

Abby Zarahn is a sophomore at Burlingame High School and is thrilled to return to journalism as a second-year student and as this year’s Diversity Coordinator. Outside of school, she spends a majority of her time in the pool training with her club swim team. When she’s not swimming, she enjoys playing the piano or ukulele, listening to music, trying new foods, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Her long-time passion for reading and writing and newfound interest in photography has led her to journalism. She is excited to explore different writing styles and topics this year and can’t wait to see what more journalism has to offer.

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September 2025 Diversity Audit

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
October 6, 2025

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Sophomore Julia Bowler and a Half Moon Bay High School player fight for possession of the ball.

Girls’ water polo builds momentum with victory against Half Moon Bay

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
September 19, 2025

After a hard-fought second game of the season, the girls’ varsity water polo team beat Half Moon Bay High School 14-4 on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Head coach Tiffany Spohrer said that although the team...

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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

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
September 3, 2025

When the score was tied at 75 with less than a minute left in the fourth quarter, the game between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries suddenly came to a stop. During their Women’s National...

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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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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

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
May 27, 2025

Senior Nico Bennett has had a long-time passion for theater, beginning at a young age with strong influences from his parents, who were musical theater majors in college. Since his freshman year, Bennett...

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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.

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

Josie Wettan, Social Media Manager
May 16, 2025

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.

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

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
May 8, 2025

*Disclaimer: At the time this article was written, two of the school’s four elevators were out of service. On the morning of Monday, May 12, all elevators passed inspections and were operational by the...

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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, Diversity Coordinator
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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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

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
April 7, 2025

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One of the museum’s lenticular images compares Burlingame Avenue in the 1920s and present day.

Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum tells the story of the city’s past

Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator
February 11, 2025

Tucked inside the Burlingame Caltrain station, the Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum might be small, but it holds a wealth of historical artifacts that give residents a look into Burlingame and Hillsborough’s...

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Sophomore Natalie Chen dribbles the ball on offense looking for an equalizing goal against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Girls’ soccer secures draw against Aragon in close matchup

Kaylee Hwang and Abby Zarahn
January 31, 2025

Despite falling behind early, girls’ varsity soccer fought for a 2-2 draw against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Strong performances from key players, including several underclassmen, and consistent...

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Sophomore Lauren Dener narrowly beats the Woodside defender and prepares to pass.

Girls’ soccer rallies from early deficit for draw with Woodside

Kaylee Hwang and Abby Zarahn
January 17, 2025

Despite a difficult start, girls’ varsity soccer fought back to secure a 2-2 draw in their league opener against Woodside High School on Tuesday, Jan. 14. A resilient second-half effort, carried by standout...

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Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition

Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition

Abby Knight, Connor Leong, Chiara Wesley, and Abby Zarahn
December 9, 2024

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Meet the new faculty of the 2024-25 school year

Meet the new faculty of the 2024-25 school year

Paige Cornelius, Connor Leong, Akira Nakamura, Olivia Newman, Kai Shah, Chiara Wesley, and Abby Zarahn
September 19, 2024

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