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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
As first-generation college students, Wang, Chieppe, and Song pave the way for their siblings and family.
First generation students forge new pathways
Bleviss, Balmy, Erle, and Skelton are retiring from Burlingame this year.
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
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
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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[Photo] TikTok is the new search engine

Sophia Doss, Copy Editor
April 29, 2025

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.

[Photo] Editorial: Revoking student visas violates First Amendment

The Burlingame B Editorial Board
April 27, 2025

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...

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[Photo] ‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now

Olivia Newman, Staff Reporter
April 19, 2025

On February 28, a student looking for a school assignment accidentally discovered a document that contained private district information.

[Photo] Students obtain confidential district document, admin conducts investigation

Henry Gardner, Head Photographer
March 28, 2025

On February 28, a student looking for a school assignment accidentally discovered a document that contained private district information.

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[Photo] Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs

Joelle Huysmans and Connie Lu
December 10, 2024

Legacy

[Photo] California ends legacy and donor preferences at private colleges

December 11, 2024

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[Photo] Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits

Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator
November 7, 2024

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[Photo] October Issue 2024

October 28, 2024

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[Photo] Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
October 30, 2024

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[Photo] Students and staff adapt to the rise of AI in education

Connor Leong, Staff Reporter
October 14, 2024

New technology policies ordain that students only use school-issued Chromebooks and give up their phones during class time.

[Photo] Personal devices banned in class

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter
September 28, 2024

New technology policies ordain that students only use school-issued Chromebooks and give up their phones during class time.

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[Photo] Engaging Youth Voters

Josie Wettan, Emma Yu, and Henry Gardner
September 27, 2024

When I gave a geography test with eight questions to a class of 25 Burlingame students, the average score was 3.8 out of 8 — concerningly low.

[Photo] Make geography a standalone class

Joelle Huysmans, Design Editor
December 8, 2023

When I gave a geography test with eight questions to a class of 25 Burlingame students, the average score was 3.8 out of 8 — concerningly low.

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