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GSA President Violet Hansma speaks at the Friday, Sept. 15 “Welcome Back Rally” following the removal of the Harry Potter theme for spirit week due to concerns over author J.K. Rowling’s transphobic views.
GSA, leadership lead positive change after divisive Harry Potter-themed spirit week
Posters protesting J.K. Rowling, the controversial author of the Harry Potter series upon which the upcoming rally is based, were found around campus on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
Protest posters spark controversy over Harry Potter-themed spirit week
Construction for the new gym facilities began in May and are expected to be completed by January 2025.
Athletes, admin adapt amid gym construction
Students sign into Flex Time by scanning their ID cards in history teacher Elizabeth Bellas classroom on Wednesday, May 17.
District proposes new changes to Flex Time
This year, the Citizens Environmental Council (CEC) recognized two Burlingame sophomores, Shayna Blum and Mayu Simpson, as the high school and overall winners.
Two Burlingame students win the annual CEC film fest
Of the four blazes that broke out in Maui on Aug. 8, the Lahaina fire was perhaps the most destructive, wreaking havoc on the historic town.
Burlingame students witness tragedy of Maui fires
The use of power tools were taught to attendees, such as how to handle a chainsaw.
Biannual NorCal First Alarm Fire Camp teaches teenage girls critical firefighting skills
Construction for the new gym facilities began in May and are expected to be completed by January 2025.
Athletes, admin adapt amid gym construction
Maison Alyzée, a relatively new bakery on the main strip of Burlingame Avenue, shined in every category: taste, service and atmosphere.
Battle of the bakeries: The stakes are high in the pastry world
Odesza was the last band to perform on Sunday, Aug. 13, the final day of Outside Lands.
Students flock to Outside Lands festival for once-in-a-lifetime experience
The lunch cafeteria in the comedy Mean Girls is where cliques congregate. Although cliquey friend groups exist at Burlingame, lunchtime dynamics certainly do not reach the same intensity.
Not every Burlingame high school experience feels like a movie
Maison Alyzée, a relatively new bakery on the main strip of Burlingame Avenue, shined in every category: taste, service and atmosphere.
Battle of the bakeries: The stakes are high in the pastry world
Students sit quietly in Mrs. Bosinoff’s Spanish 1 class on April 6.
We need more options in the language department
Gone are the days where artists of the likes of Sinatra and Santana ruled the music industry. Now, in place of those greats has come a different, more modernized, generation of younger artists.
Modern music: overproduced and unoriginal
I reviewed four amazing recipes I found online and gave them individual scores based on how good they tasted.
Healthy desserts are all over the internet — I taste-tested four viral treats
Although the movies “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” could not be more different, with the help of social media, they became inextricably linked as the defining cinematic event of the summer.
Barbenheimer: the movie event of the summer
Emma (Phillipa Soo) reunites with Jesse (Luke Bracey) for the first time in four years.
Sadly, “One True Loves” is a true let down
The Last of Us first aired on Jan. 15 on HBO Max, and streamed its last episode on Mar. 12.
“The Last of Us” isn’t your typical apocalypse show
Best friends Justin Thomas (left) and Jordan Spieth (right) jokingly engage in trash talk.
For the most part, “Full Swing” is a swing and a miss
Season 3 of “Outer Banks” follows John B’s quest to find El Dorado, the city of gold.
Of twists, turns and treasure hunts, the Pogues are back with a third season of “Outer Banks”
Senior co-captain Stella Wettan gets ready to block the Tiger’s shot in the first quarter with two minutes remaining.
Girls’ water polo regroups after loss to Terra Nova
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
Sophomore Ava Scatena rises to spike the ball to Hillsdale during their matchup on Sept. 12. A second-year varsity player, Scatena is one of three underclassmen on the squad.
Girls’ Volleyball extends early win streak with three-set victory over Hillsdale
Sam Felton turns upfield in the first half against Arroyo. The senior running back finished the game with 51 yards on 8 carries.
Football dominates first half to cruise past Arroyo
Junior Lucy Istock performs an upside down split during half time on Sept. 8.
Cheer takes spirit, camaraderie to new level against Arroyo
Each freshman at Burlingame experiences the transition into high school in their own unique way.
Two weeks in, freshmen evaluate high school experience
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
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Jeannine Chiang, Web Editor

Jeannine Chiang is a junior at Burlingame High School and a second-year journalism student. She is excited to continue journalism as the Web Editor this year. Chiang is involved with many clubs in the school and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. In her free time, she enjoys swimming and watching her favorite TV shows.
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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, Web 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

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, Web 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, Web 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, Web 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”

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, Web 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

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, Web 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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