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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
The Iron Panthers celebrate their second FIRST Championship victory at Houston, Texas.
Robotics Wins FIRST World Championships
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
Seniors CJ Reed and Cole Ng block an attack from Christopher during a match on Monday, May 12.
Boys’ volleyball closes out successful season with second-round exit in CCS
Senior Giana Johnson at bat in an attempt to get a hit.
Softball honors seniors prior to loss against Woodside in final home game
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.
Swim competes at CCS and PAL finals, Chang qualifies for CIF Championships
Senior Avery Boyse cleared 13 feet in pole vault, breaking the previous PAL record of 11 feet, 7 inches.
Track sets the pace at PAL finals, athletes qualify for CCS
Senior Zachary Newman takes a swing during the CCS playoffs at Laguna Seca Golf Ranch on Tuesday, May 6.
Boys’ varsity golf closes out successful season with CCS appearance
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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Jeannine Chiang

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor

Jeannine Chiang is a senior at Burlingame High School and is so excited to be this year’s managing editor. When she’s not editing The Burlingame B website, you can find her writing columns for the local San Mateo Daily Journal or listening to the latest podcast episodes of The Headlines. She’s an avid swimmer, a big fan of Philz’s Honey Haze coffee, and loves spending time with friends and family.

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School surveillance spark privacy concerns

School surveillance spark privacy concerns

Connie Lu, Jeannine Chiang, and Zachary Newman
February 25, 2025

In March 2024, a Burlingame student sent a school email to a friend with the subject line “I WANT TO KILL MYSELF,” attaching a screenshot of a failed attempt at the New York Times’ Connections game....

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Adapted physical education (P.E.) specialist Jeff Torres and physical therapist Angel Hsieh support Bay University student Ryan Chew during his weekly pool exercise, helping him move more freely in the water.

Weightless: For Bay University student Ryan Chew, the pool is liberation from cerebral palsy’s limits

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
October 31, 2024

When Bay University student Ryan Chew enters the pool, the transformation is immediate. On land, he relies on a network of supports — wheelchair, straps, caregivers — to manage basic tasks. But in...

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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

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
September 10, 2024

It’s not every day that you walk into school and find something completely transformed. But on Monday, Sept. 9, students were greeted by a breathtaking surprise: a vibrant mural, 70 feet long, now stretching...

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The Blitz: The Tortured Poets Department album review

The Blitz: The Tortured Poets Department album review

Jeannine Chiang and Natalie Gyde
April 25, 2024

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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

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
April 14, 2024

Find an equation to fit this graph. Solve for x-values in this exponential function. Use the infamous quadratic formula. These are typical, if mind-numbing, Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) math questions....

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Yearbook: Behind the scenes

Natalie Gyde, Jeannine Chiang, and Jake Rothstein
April 9, 2024

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The Blitz: Resurgence of old music

The Blitz: Resurgence of old music

Sophia Bella and Jeannine Chiang
March 26, 2024

Music attribution: Audio courtesy of Incompetech

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Sophomore Haleh Ansari attempts to score a layup basket in the first round of CCS playoffs against Jefferson High School on Feb. 17.

Despite quarterfinal loss to Mills, girls’ basketball reflects positively on progress

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
February 25, 2024

Girls’ basketball has come a long way. Despite a disappointing campaign last year and an inexperienced roster coming into this season, the team's young talent has stood its ground and brought the program...

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Sophomore Addie Uhrich dribbles the ball on offense, looking for a passing opportunity to a teammate.

Girls’ basketball falls to San Mateo in battle for league’s top spot

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
January 31, 2024

There is nothing more motivating than seeing an old, familiar face, coach your rival school. And when girls’ varsity basketball looked across the court on Friday, Jan. 26, they saw their former head...

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Head coach David Lopez watches his team play defense during the Panther's matchup against Capuchino.

New coaches bring energy, experience to winter sports

Zachary Newman, Jeannine Chiang, and Joelle Huysmans
December 22, 2023

Boys’ basketball: David Lopez Zachary Newman It may be his first year as a varsity head coach, but David Lopez has his squad ready for this season. The boys’ basketball program, led for...

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Many students worry about missing school due to sickness because they fear their grades will drop due to their absence. Thus, they prioritize academic expectations over their health and continue to attend school while ill.

Academic pressure forces students to attend school despite sickness

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
December 19, 2023

This November, junior Luke Frikert caught the flu and missed 10 days of school as a result. But for Frikert, his illness was a secondary concern. “When I got sick, the first thing I was thinking about...

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Junior Ella Mchenry hits a free throw after getting fouled by Capuchino during an away game on Wednesday, Dec. 6.

Girls’ basketball defeats Capuchino in final minutes

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
December 10, 2023

Girls’ varsity basketball continued its strong start against Capuchino High School, winning its sixth contest of the year on Wednesday, Dec. 6. The Panthers (6-1) have already eclipsed last season’s...

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2023 Winter Sports Preview: Strong leaders and new contributors

2023 Winter Sports Preview: Strong leaders and new contributors

Henry Gardner, Joelle Huysmans, Zachary Newman, Jeannine Chiang, and Sophia Puzon
November 21, 2023

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With a combination of ChatGPT and GPTZero, students can use both tools to their advantage to write, reword and submit AI-written essays. Although this isn’t academically honest, students still may receive good grades, and avoid any consequences by sidestepping the chatbot detection.

Students bypass AI detection with novel forms of cheating

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
November 14, 2023

ChatGPT, the chatbot software launched by Open AI in November 2022, continues to challenge the principle of academic integrity as students find novel ways to plagiarize their work without detection.  Namely,...

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Sophomore Oliver Canniffe prepares to pass the ball to an open teammate in an attempt to create a scoring opportunity against Capuchino High School on Monday, Oct. 23.

Boys’ water polo falls to Hillsdale in close CCS qualifying match

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
October 26, 2023

“Almost” is the most heartbreaking word in the English language, yet the only proper term to express boys’ water polo’s final game against Hillsdale High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25. There was...

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Sophomore Adrian Gong looks around the pool for a teammate to pass to during the Half Moon Bay game on Thursday, Oct. 12.

[Photo] Boys’ water polo continues dominant season with victory over Half Moon Bay

Josie Wettan, Copy Editor
October 16, 2023

Junior Bobby Kendall blocks an attempted goal from Half Moon Bay.

Sophomore Matthew Derossett looks for a teammate to pass the ball to during their league matchup against Mills on Sept.14.

Boys’ water polo dominates in 21-2 triumph against Mills

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
September 14, 2023

Boys’ varsity water polo has made their aspirations for this year loud and clear: win the Ocean Division league title. But they put their money where their mouth was in their first game of the season...

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2023 Fall Sports Preview: Fresh faces and ambitious expectations

2023 Fall Sports Preview: Fresh faces and ambitious expectations

Zachary Newman, Joelle Huysmans, Sophia Doss, Brinda Iyer, Jeannine Chiang, Arshia Chakravartti, Sophia Puzon, Abby Knight, and Natalie Gyde
August 29, 2023

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Joshua Ortiz races the 100 yard free dive in with the chance of securing a PAL Championship title on Saturday, April 29.

[Photo] Boys’ swimming impresses at PAL finals

Amanda Nolan, Social Media Coordinator
May 3, 2023

Joshua Ortiz races the 100 yard free dive in with the chance of securing a PAL Championship title on Saturday, April 29.

Students at Burlingame acknowledged that they have shoplifted in the past, reflecting national trends.

Shoplifting culture: the disturbing rate of stealing among teenagers

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
February 17, 2023

In “Ginny & Georgia,” 15-year-old Ginny and her gaggle of friends swipe a shirt and jewelry from the mall. Although the store owner spots them, the girls escape any real consequences. Much like...

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The cheer team uplifts the student section by performing engaging stunts and chants.

The evolution of cheer: gender distribution and stereotypes

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
January 11, 2023

Picture the cheerleaders from any classic movie, television show, or young adult book: Probably, it’s a group of girls in short school dresses waving pom-poms on the football field. Likely, the cheerleaders...

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Cheer

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
November 22, 2022

Cheer is the only sport that competes in two consecutive high school seasons. That means November is a busy month for the program as they transition  from cheering for the football team to rallying...

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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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Sophomore team “Back that pass up” unites together to do a team stunt after their victory in the first round of the Panther Bowl.

Panther Bowl: A promising first glimpse at girls’ flag football

Michelle Moshkovoy and Jeannine Chiang
November 9, 2022

Senior quarterback Malia Schmidt scans the field, spotting an open Izzy Kossar 25 yards ahead of her. Without hesitation, she launches a spiral towards the endzone. Touchdown! 30 seconds later, Kossar...

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Mrs. Plinge, played by senior Kalla Kamenov (Left), and Nanny Ogg, played by senior Ayden West (Right), smile jovially as they hold their “Maskerade” scripts during one of the first rehearsals.

[Photo] Theater program thrills in “Maskerade”

Ruby Rosenquist, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2022

Mrs. Plinge, played by senior Kalla Kamenov (Left), and Nanny Ogg, played by senior Ayden West (Right), smile jovially as they hold their “Maskerade” scripts during one of the first rehearsals.

The cheer program prepares for a team stunt during the football game on Oct. 7.

Burlingame cheer brings spirit to long-awaited first home game

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
October 15, 2022

Last Friday’s match-up against Menlo-Atherton High School offered a little bit of everything: a highly-anticipated competition, the first home football game of the season and the spirit squad’s inaugural...

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Cast member Lucas Keeley, as Mr. Salzella, rehearses a scene with Clo Papandongas, who plays Agnes Nitt, during a rehearsal for “Maskerade.”

[Photo] Let’s get the show on the road: all about the fall play

Ruby Rosenquist, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2022

Cast member Lucas Keeley, as Mr. Salzella, rehearses a scene with Clo Papandongas, who plays Agnes Nitt, during a rehearsal for “Maskerade.”

New PE teacher Stephanie Lee poses on the main field.

Stephanie Lee

Jeannine Chiang, Managing Editor
October 4, 2022

Stephanie Lee, Burlingame’s newest physical education (PE) teacher, is excited to get to know her students this year. Previously, Lee taught science at two other schools in the Bay Area: Archbishop Riordan,...

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