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Students without a 5th, 6th or 7th period are expected to receive stickers for their ID cards from the counseling office, indicating that they are permitted to leave.
ID policies aim to crack down on class cutting, students skeptical
This winter, California has been plagued by heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, with drainage water flooding streets and forming small lakes outside houses.
California deluge wreaks havoc on local houses and businesses
A rendering of the gym facilities renovation.
Athletic Director unveils plan for reconstruction of gym facilities; students weigh in
Workers repair a broken water main that was cutting off water to the school on Friday, Jan. 6.
Bomb cyclone and a broken water main: looking back on unprecedented school cancelations
Meta and Twitter have both laid off thousands of employees. (Photos courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)
Bay Area tech layoffs: the end of a boom
Celine Tan teaches her third period Italian 3 class on Nov. 28 — one of the four curriculums she leads in the language program.
First-year Italian teacher Celine Tan takes on changing language program
Juniors Caitlin Kall and Taryn Hallum, as well as sophomore Charlotte Chan, talk about their favorite winter fashion trends.
It’s the most comfortable time of the year
This year, Theo Au-Yeung and Zach Shapiro set out to predict every round of the 2023 NFL playoffs.
2023 NFL Playoff predictions: Our picks for every game
Crocheting, knitting and other crafts can offer a wide range of benefits. It serves as an outlet for creativity, and a method of relaxing from a period of work or tension.
The Sit n’ Stitch club, an artisanal haven
The drama, the upsets, the golazos — the 2022 World Cup was the experience of a lifetime.
Looking back at a momentous World Cup
Whether it is a promise to finally clean our bedroom, come to school on time, minimize our screen time or not to fail the next Spanish test, we are constantly vowing to improve. But when the new year comes around, that impulse to change is far more intense.
New year’s resolutions? More like unrealistic goals
Rows of colorful tops displayed at the Hillsdale Mall’s Lululemon store, a favorite for Burlingame students.
High school fashion: a new uniform?
Boba pearls are made of tapioca starch, and typically accompany a drink which is usually a type of tea.
Review: Battle of the boba shops
According to Spectator World, 60% of women have been harassed while running.
I will never feel safe running in the dark
Our reporters set out to discover which winter-themed foods from Starbucks and Trader Joe’s live up to their reputation.
Winter taste test: Reviewing popular holiday treats
Crying in H Mart, a memoir by Michelle Zauner, brings insight from a special perspective about grief, disconnect, culture and family.
Don’t be surprised if “Crying in H Mart” makes you cry
Lo’ak, the youngest son of Jake Sully and Neytiri, glides through a coral reef on the back of an aquatic sea creature called an Ilu.
“Avatar: The Way of Water” makes an underwhelming splash
Newly wealthy couple Harper and Ethan embark on a vacation to die for with old friends.
Book your next view-cation at “The White Lotus”
Angela Bassett, playing Queen Ramonda, received a Golden Globe for her role in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.”
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” honors Boseman, but tells a new story
“Wednesday” follows Wednesday Addams into a school full of mystery, murder and secrets.
Give in to the hype: you won’t regret watching “Wednesday”
Senior guard Zaden Martin defends the perimeter in boys’ varsity basketball’s league game at home on Friday, Jan. 13.
Boys’ varsity basketball blocks out noise, improves to 2-0 in league
Junior River Lee is victorious against his opponent from Capuchino High School on Thursday, Jan. 12.
Panthers overwhelm Mustangs in home wrestling meet
Sophomore Jillian Kiniris drives to the basket for a layup in the fourth quarter of Burlingame’s season league opener against Aragon. Kiniris would be fouled and make both free throws as part of her 5 points, 2 rebounds and 3 block effort.
Girls’ varsity basketball continues to find rhythm in league opening loss to Aragon
Senior Striker Sean O’Grady looks for passing options after receiving a pass in boys’ soccer’s league opener on Jan. 11.
Intense thriller ends in draw for boys’ varsity soccer league opener
The cheer team uplifts the student section by performing engaging stunts and chants.
The evolution of cheer: gender distribution and stereotypes
Maybe about editor-in-chief Audrey Limb’s hopes and goals for the club as well as potential stuff about the next issue.
New year, new leadership: Catcher Zine paints a future of inclusivity
Teen librarian Jenny Miner and senior Eva Chen pose for a picture after leading the first Youth Poet Laureate writing workshop.
The search for Burlingame’s first Youth Poet Laureate begins
Junior Deniel Mirzoian works on a software project at the Burlingame Public Library.
Panther programmers: Students take coding to the next level
Club members hiking along the Montara Mountain Trail on Saturday, April 16.
MAIA Impact club hikes to raise awareness
The “Into the Woods” cast and crew pose for a photo just days before their first performance.
Burlingame’s “Into the Woods”: a thrilling, magical adventure
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Ana Lunaparra, Staff Reporter

Ana Lunaparra is a first-year journalism student and a senior at Burlingame High School. In her free time, she enjoys painting, baking, and playing tennis. She also loves spending time with her friends, family, and dog. After school, you can find her working at All Fired Up on Burlingame Avenue. She is excited to be a part of the Burlingame B this school year.

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Model U.N. club members attended a meeting in history teacher Jim Chin’s room following the Stanford conference. Students debriefed on their performances and discussed the possibility of attending future conferences in Berkeley and San Francisco.

Model U.N. reflects on Stanford conference and prepares for upcoming activities

December 22, 2022

When members of the Model U.N. club entered their first committee room at Stanford University on Nov. 11, they met 20 to 30 students from around the country to debate global policies, events and international...

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California Propositions 1, 28, and 31 are all found on the midterm election ballot, affecting students’ lives.

A closer look at propositions on this year’s ballot

November 8, 2022

Proposition 1  Proposition 1 would enshrine the right to have an abortion and use contraception in the California Constitution, leaving medical decisions up to the patient and provider. The proposed...

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Trick-or-treating is one of the staple activities that comes with Halloween, but should teens be allowed to do it?

[Photo] Should high school students be allowed to trick or treat?

October 29, 2022

Trick-or-treating is one of the staple activities that comes with Halloween, but should teens be allowed to do it?

Food shortages, home destruction and water contamination are only a few of the major impacts that a potential megaflood could have on the Bay Area. 

A future megaflood could have detrimental effects on homes and water systems across the Peninsula

October 11, 2022

Food shortages, home destruction and water contamination are only a few of the major impacts that a potential megaflood could have on the Bay Area. 

Students gather in the front lawn during lunch for a picnic with French pastries, including chocolate eclairs.

French club returns for a second year filled with special events

October 5, 2022

Senior and president of the French club Ella Rafferty plans to make the most of her last year leading the club, with a variety of creative activities focused on bringing more French culture to the school.  Although...

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