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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
Construction for the gym began on July 23, 2024. By the end of August 2024, they had a steel structure, and in April 2025 they have completed most of the exterior.
Gym to finish in August, parents fundraise equipment upgrades
“Hands Off” protesters line up in Redwood City on Saturday, April 5, against President Donald Trump’s policies and billionaire Elon Musk.
Community pushes for inclusive trans policies, transphobic comments spur backlash
The Iron Panthers celebrate their second FIRST Championship victory at Houston, Texas.
Robotics Wins FIRST World Championships
TikTok is the new search engine
TikTok is the new search engine
Students seen biking alongside cars on a busy road without safe bike lanes, a situation Safe Routes to School hopes to resolve.
Kelly works to increase transportation sustainability
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
Maqsood (second to the right) with AHA Teen of Impact campaign partners from Sacred Heart Preparatory and the director of SSATHI, Dr. Rajesh Dash.
Junior Kairah Maqsood empowers change for South Asian Heart Health
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
Senior midfielder Anders Gauthier celebrates with his teammates after scoring the winning goal in the 2nd overtime period.
Burlingame defeats Palo Alto in crucial rivalry game
“Hands Off” protesters line up in Redwood City on Saturday, April 5, against President Donald Trump’s policies and billionaire Elon Musk.
Community pushes for inclusive trans policies, transphobic comments spur backlash
Senior Nick Moshkovoy steps in to hit a forehand.
Boys’ tennis falls to second in league after tense battle against Aragon
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
Sophomore Kiley Lyons pitches to a Bearcat hitter.
Softball suffers heavy loss to San Mateo in league matchup
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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Listening to music in class allows students to tune out distractions and focus more on their work.

[Photo] Listening to music during class should not only be allowed, but encouraged

William Chastain, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2021

Listening to music in class allows students to tune out distractions and focus more on their work.

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