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Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
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
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
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
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
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
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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Abby Zarahn

Abby Zarahn, Staff Reporter

Abby Zarahn is a freshman at Burlingame High School and is very excited to join journalism as a first year student! Outside of school, she spends a majority of her time in the pool training with her club team. When she’s not swimming, she’s playing piano or ukulele, making string bracelets, trying new foods, and spending time with her friends and family. She has always had an interest in reading and writing, which has led her to journalism. She is eager to learn more about journalism, meet new people, and can’t wait to write stories of her own.

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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, Copy Editor
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, Staff Reporter
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, 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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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, Staff Reporter
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, Staff Reporter
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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