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The city has placed signs in city parks to remind people of the new bike ordinance limiting the use of e-mobility devices.
City ordinance prohibits electric bikes, scooters, skateboards in city parks
Burlingame student volunteers Jayden Harjani and Miguel Fernandez pose with Mills student Sushim Chakrabortty at the Burlingame Community Center polling site.
Students work at polling stations on election day
Engineering Training Lead Pranav Bajaj checks on one of the robot's mechanisms.
Iron Panthers freshmen shine at first robotics competition
On Nov. 5, residents in districts 2 and 4 will choose from two out of the six candidates to be on Burlingame's city council.
Seven candidates vie for Burlingame city council seats in 2024 election
Sophomore Ella Berger poses with her cabin taking a photo with her digital camera.
Volunteers find leadership and lifelong lessons in outdoor education
Junior Eli Wright competes in the high bar, as seen here where Wright glides in mid air trying to grasp onto the bar.
Wright navigates challenges, rewards of competitive gymnastics
After the Little Big Game on Saturday, Nov. 9, leadership sets up decorations and equipment for the Homecoming dance at the Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco.
Behind the scenes: planning a school dance
The musical debuted on Thursday, Nov. 14.
‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ takes stage as first entirely student-run musical
Peer tutors host sessions after school in the library.
Tutors juggle studies and mentorship to support fellow students
Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits
Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits
Fans created a memorial for Payne outside of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on Oct. 17.
Editorial: Respect the privacy of public figures
In 2020, fans speculated that famous pop stars Olivia Rodrigo (left) and Sabrina Carpenter (right) were involved in a love triangle with singer and actor Joshua Bassett, fueling tensions between the two and inspiring their respective hit songs that fans believe subtly address the drama.
Are pop feuds genuine or PR stunts?
Students should not worry about AP tests for a multitude of reasons, one being that their scores do not impact their GPAs.
Relax, they’re only AP tests
Up-and-coming K-pop girl group IVE performs at the Oakland Arena for their first-ever world tour.
From a mere fan to a diehard, my experience at a K-pop concert
In 2008, voters approved a $10 billion bond to build a high-speed rail connecting San Francisco and Los Angeles, projected to be completed by 2020. However, four years later, the project remains unfinished, with costs soaring nearly $100 billion over the original budget.
California has to rid itself of a ‘no’ mentality to change its relationship with cars
Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes
Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes
Pick of the Litter is a secondhand store on the edge of Broadway that donates 100% of its proceeds to the Hope program at the Peninsula Humane Society.
10 hidden gems in Burlingame: Uncovering lesser-known local treasures
Tashi Duncan (Zendaya) begins to develop feelings for both Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor).
Challengers: The twisting love triangle displays a cinematic masterpiece
Matt Fitzpatrick (right) hits a chip around the green as his brother Alex (left) looks on at the Open Championship last July. One of the season’s best episodes featured the two brothers as Alex worked to get out of Matt’s shadow and become a successful player in his own right.
“Full Swing” hits its stride in improved second season
Elodie (Millie Bobby Brown) shines a light as she adventures through the cave.
Damsel is a worthy addition to your watchlist
“As soon as the game was over… the whole team was crying. We all were hugging each other, and we were sobbing. But you know, I don't regret anything from it,” senior Sophia Geminder said.
Girls’ volleyball’s season of triumph ends in State playoffs against Oak Ridge
Senior Lucy Istock and juniors Eva Mercer and Katie Trevor begin the highly anticipated pyramid stunt.
Cheer defies expectations at 97th Little Big Game with powerful halftime performance
Senior running back Lucas Kirk jukes out a defender during his 103 yard performance.
Football loses to San Mateo in Little Big Game for second consecutive year
Senior Christian Kleinekorte sprints to the finish line in his final race of the season.
Girls cross country advances to CCS, Liu qualifies individually in PAL Championships
Junior Samantha Tom plays doubles with junior Evelyn Du in the PAL Individuals Tournament.
Girls’ tennis claims first place in PAL team tournament to advance to CCS
After the Little Big Game on Saturday, Nov. 9, leadership sets up decorations and equipment for the Homecoming dance at the Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco.
Behind the scenes: planning a school dance
The musical debuted on Thursday, Nov. 14.
‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ takes stage as first entirely student-run musical
Every homecoming week, each class is expected to put together a banner that reflects their class spirit or the homecoming theme, with the seniors (top left) winning 1st place, the juniors (top right) taking 2nd place, the sophomores (bottom left) receiving 4th place, and the freshmen (bottom right) finishing in 3rd place.
Creating the Little Big Game murals
Sophomore Ella Berger poses with her cabin taking a photo with her digital camera.
Volunteers find leadership and lifelong lessons in outdoor education
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
Burlingame Varsity Football: The Road to the 'Paw'
Burlingame Varsity Football: The Road to the ‘Paw’
A look into girls' lacrosse
A look into girls’ lacrosse
The Blitz: The Tortured Poets Department album review
The Blitz: The Tortured Poets Department album review
Yearbook: Behind the scenes
Yearbook: Behind the scenes
The Blitz: Resurgence of old music
The Blitz: Resurgence of old music
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The Burlingame B
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Rachel Yap

Rachel Yap, Design Editor

Rachel Yap is a senior and the Design Editor for The Burlingame B. This is her second year in Journalism. Yap is also involved in multiple organizations on campus such as UNICEF and BCC. Outside of school, she loves to explore the city, drink coffee, go on grocery runs to Trader Joe’s, read, and paint. She also enjoys volunteering her time to design for her clubs and working as an art instructor for YoungArt Studios on the weekends, as it combines her passion for fine art with her love for working with children.

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May Issue 2020

May Issue 2020

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
May 27, 2020

Issue 7 Vol. 130 May 22, 2020 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/issuu_pdf_s      

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Tax on feminine products lifted in California

Tax on feminine products lifted in California

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
March 19, 2020

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March Issue 2020

March Issue 2020

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
March 19, 2020

Issue 6 Vol. 130 March 19, 2020 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/01_a5a448363a8217

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February Issue 2020

February Issue 2020

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
February 13, 2020

Issue 5 Vol. 129 February 13, 2020 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/01_66a7c8b19e26d6

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Students respond to impeachment hearings

Students respond to impeachment hearings

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
December 16, 2019

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New stores on Burlingame Ave. threaten small businesses

New stores on Burlingame Ave. threaten small businesses

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
December 16, 2019

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Wakeup call: Those school shootings all over the news? They could easily happen here, and we are in denial

Wakeup call: Those school shootings all over the news? They could easily happen here, and we are in denial

The Burlingame B Editorial Board 2019-2020 and Rachel Yap
December 16, 2019

On Nov. 14, there was a school shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita that led to the deaths of three students, including the perpetrator. It was the most recent of 45 American school shootings...

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December Issue 2019

December Issue 2019

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
December 16, 2019

Issue 4 Vol. 128 December 16, 2019 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/01_500654631b8496

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Kincade fires: power outages ravage Bay Area and create complications for students

Kincade fires: power outages ravage Bay Area and create complications for students

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
November 19, 2019

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November Issue 2019

November Issue 2019

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
November 19, 2019

Issue 3 Vol. 127 November 19, 2019 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/01_f232440ff59be2

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October Issue 2019

October Issue 2019

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
October 17, 2019

Issue 2 Vol. 126 October 17, 2019 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/01_aa9f1faf1e9e5d

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September Issue 2019

September Issue 2019

Rachel Yap and Design Team 2019-2020
September 19, 2019

Issue 1 Vol. 125 September 19, 2019 https://issuu.com/bhsnewspaper/docs/01_f832e8f3c2d97b

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Families and teachers kick off the school year with the annual Back-to-School Potluck.

Back-to-School Potluck

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
August 23, 2019

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The roundabout on California Dr. is scheduled to be completed in February.

Impact of new roundabout on California Dr. on Burlingame residents

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
February 20, 2019

Since its construction in March 2018, the new $2.9 million roundabout on California Drive is on schedule to be completed in late February. The project is currently in Stage Four, the final stage of the...

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Music for Kids Club provides local organization with music lessons

Music for Kids Club provides local organization with music lessons

Rachel Yap, Design Editor
October 27, 2018

The Music for Kids Club at Burlingame High School devotes its Thursday lunches to planning voluntary Monday music lessons at the local Boys and Girls Club of North San Mateo County. The Boys and Girls...

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