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Cheng applies the final touches to the mural’s details on Saturday, Sept. 7.
New mural celebrates diversity, amplifies student voice
Seniors’ increased demand for AP Government class extends schedule changes into second full week of school
Seniors’ increased demand for AP Government class extends schedule changes into second full week of school
With artificial intelligence (AI) on the rise, the San Mateo Union High School District Board of Trustees discussed the role of Artificial Intelligence in classrooms,
Board reviews evolution of AI in recent years, considers policy changes
Several large buildings located east of Taiwan in Hualien City were struck down by the April 3 earthquake.
Deadliest earthquake in a quarter-century rattles Taiwanese citizens
Due to gym construction, many AP exams were hosted in the Burlingame Recreation Center this year.
Community Center hosts AP exams for first time, AP US History exam gets delayed
Herron started as an instructional assistant in special education and also worked as an aide for over 10 years before transitioning into her role as a teacher at Bay University.
In Bay University, a teacher’s mission : Empowering students and building lifelong connections
Customers grab plates of Italian food during the lunch buffet on Friday, Aug. 23.
Bringing the Piazza to Burlingame: A restaurateur’s mission to build community around the lunch table
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: celebrating resiliency and activism
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: celebrating resiliency and activism
The Alcove Mental Health Center opened on January 22 to foster support among youth.
Allcove Mental Health Center uplift youth voices
Team members meet to design and build their robots.
Juniors see success with new combat robotics club
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
Many students feel that the Bluebook practice exams are not preparing them for the digital SAT test.
New March digital SAT is far from perfect
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”
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
Junior Adrian Gong prepares for a shot against Aragon.
Boys’ water polo defeats Aragon for second league victory
Fall Sports Preview: Exciting players and renewed expectations
Fall Sports Preview: Exciting players and renewed expectations
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
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
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
“For me personally, I want [others] to see the music program as a strong union because we can really bring out the life of our school,” Vega said. “We need music, you know? Otherwise, things would be really silent and dead.”
Music department brings lively music-making to Southern California and Disneyland tour
A look into girls' lacrosse
A look into girls’ lacrosse
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
The Blitz: NFL Playoffs
The Blitz: NFL Playoffs
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Alex Bertelli

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter

Alex Bertelli is a sophomore at BHS and second-year journalism student. He's excited to continue writing for the B and engaging with the Burlingame community through reporting and clubs. In his free time, he enjoys things such as writing, coding, music, robotics, and rock climbing with his brother. His favorite words are 'create' and 'entropy.'

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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

Varsity boy’s water polo (2-0 Peninsula Athletic League Bay) played its second conference match on Wednesday, Sept. 11, beating Aragon High School 11-5. Burlingame immediately took control of the contest...

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Fall Sports Preview: Exciting players and renewed expectations

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

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Due to gym construction, many AP exams were hosted in the Burlingame Recreation Center this year.

[Photo] Community Center hosts AP exams for first time, AP US History exam gets delayed

Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator
May 21, 2024

Due to gym construction, many AP exams were hosted in the Burlingame Recreation Center this year.

Public and private schools generally differ in terms of academic rigor, social dynamics and economics, but whether one is better or worse depends largely on the student.

Public vs. private school: A measured analysis

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
May 6, 2024

Overview As students across the country transition into their pivotal high school years, many are faced with the important decision between going to a public or private school. For some, the journey...

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Weekly Crossword (#2)

Weekly Crossword (#2)

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
April 25, 2024

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Weekly Crossword

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
April 15, 2024

For most music producers, digital audio workstations (DAWs) are a necessity for mixing and polishing audio. Here, staff writer Bertelli is shown next to his DAW. While there is no shortage of highly capable DAWs on the market, prices for professional software typically range in the hundreds of dollars.

Exploring art through sound: Three amateur music producers pursue passion

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
April 10, 2024

There is a beauty to art that lies in its freedom — there are no rules, limits to what can be expressed or necessarily right approaches. Three of Burlingame High School’s music artists — sophomore...

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Burlingame’s mock trial team is energetic after an exciting first match against Oceana High School.

Mock trial closes out season with hard-earned victory

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
February 23, 2024

The verdict is clear: Burlingame’s mock trial team has had a great season. The prosecution and defense subteams both triumphed in their third and final competition on Tuesday, Feb. 6, securing a third...

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Juniors Luke Levitt, Spencer Phonsombat and Will Kriner met at Ross’ Cove beach on Saturday, October 21st as part of a trash cleanup organized by the Eco-pioneers.

Eco-pioneers: a helping hand for the environment

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
November 19, 2023

In the face of a decaying natural environment, we are often left to consider what we can do to support our local communities. The Burlingame Eco-pioneers club aims to answer that question, focusing specifically...

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Four returning members of the Mock Trial team, senior Keziah Gopalla, senior Bodhi Ring, senior Jack McMahon and junior Lexie Levitt, listen to and grade an audition in new advisor Elizabeth Bellas’s classroom.

Mock Trial: Refreshed and ready for a new season

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
October 10, 2023

There are many novelties in this year’s Mock Trial team: a new advisor, a new competition division and dozens of new applicants. But what hasn’t changed is their wide student appeal, their ambitious...

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Graphic by Sophia Bella

Meet Burlingame’s new faculty

Evelyn Du, Kaylee Hwang, Josie Wettan, Connie Lu, Alice Lee, Iny Li, Henry Gardner, Margo Bigue, Audrey Wei, Emma Yu, and Alex Bertelli
October 2, 2023

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