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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
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
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
As first-generation college students, Wang, Chieppe, and Song pave the way for their siblings and family.
First generation students forge new pathways
Farewell to familiar faces: teachers retire after years in the classroom
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
Guest speaker Jenna Smith presents to parents at a meeting on Monday, April 28.
RISE group connects parents of neurodivergent students
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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Danny Conway

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter

Danny is a Senior at Burlingame High School and a first year journalism student. President of his class, Danny is excited to learn and report on the interworking of BHS. Off campus, he loves to write, film videos for his Youtube channel, and spend time with his friends.

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Seniors Archer Grenier and Malia Schmidt embrace after a successful prom-posal!

Three prom-posal ideas for this year’s big dance

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2023

Hey there, lovebirds! Prom is quickly approaching, but don’t fret if you are dateless! I am here to help.  There is no shame in going to a dance on your own or with a group of friends, but those...

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On March 30, America’s favorite pastime returns, and we’re ready for yet another MLB season.

2023 MLB Season Preview: go bold or go home

Theo Au-Yeung and Danny Conway
March 21, 2023

On March 30, America’s favorite pastime returns, and we’re ready for yet another MLB season. As always, we’re looking forward to the emergence of new breakout players and teams, but we’re also...

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Senior guard Zaden Martin consoles senior center Kyle Haslam after Burlingame lost the Division III CCS Championship game against Monterey High School on Saturday, Feb. 25.

Boys’ basketball falls short in quest for CCS three-peat

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
February 28, 2023

Following yet another winning season (21-5) with plenty of new faces in the lineup, boys’ varsity basketball fell short in its quest for a third consecutive Division III CCS title. No. 2 seed Burlingame...

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Tattoos, regardless of peers' opinions, are an artistic right that each and every American possesses.

Teens weigh in on stigma surrounding tattoos

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
February 15, 2023

Teenagers‭, ‬whether or not they like to admit it‭, ‬make impulsive decisions all the time‭, ‬from ditching class‭, ‬to shoplifting‭, ‬to‭ ‬drinking‭. ‬Luckily for them‭,...

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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”

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
January 19, 2023

The first season of HBO’s dramedy “The White Lotus” was, to me, one of the sharpest and most addictive series in recent memory. 14 months after season one's memorable finale, creator Mike White booked...

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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

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
January 16, 2023

In a satisfying end to the first “quad” night — where all four of Burlingame’s varsity and junior varsity basketball teams play at home — in three years, boys’ varsity basketball (11-2 overall)...

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Senior MJ Dowd passes to senior Zaden Martin during a home game against Marshall High School on Nov. 21. Dowd and Martin led the team’s pass-heavy offense, notching five and six assists respectively.

Boys’ varsity basketball dominates in home opener

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
November 26, 2022

Boys’ varsity basketball started its season emphatically with a runaway 68-25 home win over Marshall High School on Monday, Nov. 21. Gritty defense was the driving force behind the triumph. Burlingame...

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Boys’ Basketball

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2022

Following the graduation of a stellar 2022 class that included Peninsula Athletic League South Division Co-MVP’s Sean Richardson and Will Uhrich, the boys’ varsity basketball team will face a difficult...

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Freshman Mika Haggarty dribbles past junior Elise Spenner in the girls’ varsity soccer practice on Friday, Nov. 18.

2022 Winter Sports Preview: A changing of the guard

Michelle Moshkovoy, Theo Au-Yeung, Zachary Newman, Danny Conway, Zach Shapiro, and Jeannine Chiang
November 22, 2022

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Senior running back Joey Nawrocki dashes to the end zone during the Little Big Game on Saturday, Nov. 5.

Burlingame preserves 13-year win streak in Little Big Game

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2022

After losing three straight games on its home field this season, varsity football brought the packed crowd to its feet on Saturday with a 49-21 victory in the 95th annual Little Big Game. Despite unusually...

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Mock Trial club auditions took place on Tuesday, Sept. 27 in Jim Chin’s classroom. Club officers senior Eva Chen and senior Erika Jiang attentively watched and took notes on each student audition as they began to assemble this year's roster.

Mock Trial club prepares courtroom team for upcoming season

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
October 10, 2022

A piping-hot pot of green tea greeted Mock Trial club members as they walked into advisor Jim Chin’s classroom for auditions on Tuesday, Sept. 27. While only a few of the auditioners indulged in the...

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Alexandra Gray, Burlingame's newest ethnic studies, government and macroeconomics teacher, centers her teaching style around connecting academics to real life. 

Alexandra Gray

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2022

Far before Alexandra Gray found herself teaching ethnic studies, government and macroeconomics at Burlingame, she wanted to study and pursue business.  Gray attended the University of California, Los...

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