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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
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
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
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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Paige Cornelius

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter

Paige Cornelius is a junior at Burlingame High school and she is a first year journalism student. She is excited to join the newspaper team and learn more about journalism. Paige is a varsity cheerleader at BHS. Outside of school she enjoys competitive dance, hanging out with her friends, and listening to music.

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Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding

Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding

Henry Gardner and Paige Cornelius
May 23, 2025

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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

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
May 15, 2025

The varsity track team continued its impressive streak at the Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) Championships on Saturday, May 10, with many athletes qualifying for the upcoming Central Coast Section (CCS)...

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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?

Kaylee Hwang, Paige Cornelius, Josie Wettan, and Zachary Newman
May 6, 2025

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Junior Ellora Horan receives the baton from senior Rhian Cordero during the women's varsity 4x100 relay.

Track and field celebrates seniors with outstanding performance at final league meet

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2025

On Wednesday, April 16, the track and field team honored their 24 seniors with roses and speeches during a senior night ceremony prior to their final league meet. The meet against El Camino and Woodside...

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Sophomore Avery Browdy leaps over a hurdle in the women's frosh-soph 100m hurdle event.

Track and field finds its footing in first league meet

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2025

At its first track meet of the regular season at Capuchino High School on Wednesday, March 19, track and field hit the ground running. In the 45 events Burlingame athletes competed in at the meet, at least...

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Sophomore Avery Browdy leaps over a hurdle in the women's frosh-soph 100m hurdle event.

[Photo] Softball finds opportunity for growth in loss to Carlmont

Olivia Newman, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2025

Sophomore Avery Browdy leaps over a hurdle in the women's frosh-soph 100m hurdle event.

Junior Alex Bozinovic hits a backhand slice in singles practice.

Spring sports previews: making their mark and proving their mettle

Paige Cornelius, Henry Gardner, Kaylee Hwang, Evelyn Du, Josie Wettan, Akira Nakamura, Iny Li, Kai Shah, Will Kriner, and Olivia Newman
March 3, 2025

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Track athletes run the 400-meter during their timed trial practice on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Track athletes run the 400-meter during their timed trial practice on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Horan, Kelly, and Muldowney sport homecoming dresses they made themselves.

Three juniors make their own clothes by sewing, crocheting and knitting

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
February 27, 2025

While many students spend their time exploring malls and department stores for their outfits, juniors Ellora Horan, Rowan Kelly, and Aisling Muldowney spend their time crocheting, sewing, or knitting their...

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Blocked off science office door with broken window cleaned out. Photo credits

Police investigate C-Building break-in

Paige Cornelius and Olivia Newman
February 15, 2025

At 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11, an unidentified group wearing masks entered the C-building through an open first-floor window and broke into a locked teacher’s office, according to Burlingame Police...

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The Blitz: Winter Food Review

Natalie Gyde, Kaylee Hwang, Paige Cornelius, and Evelyn Du
December 19, 2024

Music attribution: Audio courtesy of Incompetech

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Cynthia Erivo acts as Elphaba during the thrilling end of show number Defying Gravity.

‘Wicked’ movie lives up to fanfare, leaves viewers wanting more

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
December 2, 2024

After its 1939 debut, the classic story of “The Wizard of Oz” featuring young Dorothy Gale taking on the big bad Wicked Witch of the West became a beloved hit — but what if that wasn’t really how...

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Senior Prosecution Attorney Lexie Levitt responds to an objection brought up by defense attorney Josie Wettan.

Mock trial holds scrimmages to sharpen skills ahead of competition season

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2024

After weeks of practice and refining their arguments, the mock trial team has begun final preparations for upcoming competitions through a series of scrimmages. The team held its first scrimmage on Wednesday,...

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The musical debuted on Thursday, Nov. 14.

‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ takes stage as first entirely student-run musical

Abby Knight and Paige Cornelius
November 17, 2024

After more than two years of preparation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee debuted on Thursday, Nov. 14, as a musical entirely conceived, directed, and managed by students. Adapted from the 2005...

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Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes

Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes

Paige Cornelius, Staff Reporter
October 30, 2024

As the infamous “Halloweekend” approaches, it can be stressful for students who don’t know what to wear. Every year, the most common ideas are heavily influenced by pop culture — and this year...

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Meet the new faculty of the 2024-25 school year

Meet the new faculty of the 2024-25 school year

Paige Cornelius, Connor Leong, Akira Nakamura, Olivia Newman, Kai Shah, Chiara Wesley, and Abby Zarahn
September 19, 2024

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