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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
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
Siu received multiple medals, including a team trophy at the 2024 games in swimming and track. At the games, she enjoys spending time with her team and meeting new people.
After life-saving transplant, senior Caitlyn Siu excels at Transplant Games
Students use both paper and technology in their classes.
Students and teachers debate whether classroom computers help or hinder learning
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
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
Frick and Sims Calzolai after the PAL Championships on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
Frick and Sims Calzolai cap off successful season for girls’ golf with strong playoff performances
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
Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes
Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes
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
October Issue Crossword
October Issue Crossword
Weekly Crossword (#2)
Weekly Crossword (#2)
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Weekly Crossword
BHS Edition Crossword
BHS Edition Crossword
Entertainment Crossword
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Arshia Chakravartti

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor

Arshia Chakravartti is a senior and a third-year journalism student. She is an avid reader and writer who is excited to continue her role as a Copy Editor in The Burlingame B staff. Outside of school, she participates in multiple sports, such as skiing, tennis, and track. She also loves traveling, eating good food, watching tv and spending time with friends and family.
All content by Arshia Chakravartti
Sophomore Fabian Falconett (left) and junior C. J. Reed (right) block an attack from Soquel High School during their first match in the Central Coast Section (CCS) tournament.

Boys’ volleyball closes out successful season in second-ever CCS appearance

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
May 13, 2024

On Tuesday May 7, the boys’ volleyball closed out the season with a loss against Monte Vista High School in the quarterfinals of the Central Coast Section (CCS) playoffs, with the Matadors going on to...

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Having multiple tests on one day has been causing more stress among students.

Tests on Mondays: a benefit or a headache?

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
May 5, 2024

Every student on campus has experienced the stress of preparing for and taking a test. And every student has also struggled with waking up, focusing and reenergizing before a Monday. But when those two...

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Senior Erazem Mattick celebrates a winning point during a match against Aragon High School on April 17.

Boys’ volleyball defeats top-seeded Aragon in five-set thriller

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
April 23, 2024

Boys’ volleyball (19-8 overall, 3-3 Peninsula Athletic League Bay) took down first place Aragon High School in a dramatic fifth set tiebreaker on Wednesday, April 17.  “They played spectacularly,...

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Top reads for the seasonal reader

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
February 14, 2024

Books from ancient India to modern novels written by Indian-American authors have paved the way for more diverse cultural representation in written works.

Comic books and culture: My connection to South Asian literature

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
March 28, 2024

Books have an innate power to open a reader’s eyes to another world, creating this feeling of wonder and awe at a place that is not real but feels just within reach. I’ve experienced these same feelings...

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Junior Lucas Stuart awaits the whistle to serve during a match against Mills High School on March 15.

Boys’ volleyball dominates Mills in league opener

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
March 22, 2024

Varsity boys’ volleyball (6-1) opened league play with a resounding victory in three swift sets (25-15, 25-13, 25-14) against Mills High School on Friday, March 15, setting the tone for their division...

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Junior Donovan Ranta prepares to serve over the net during practice on Wednesday, Feb. 21.

2024 Spring Sports Preview: New players and high aspirations

Kaylee Hwang, Brinda Iyer, Josie Wettan, Joelle Huysmans, Evelyn Du, Arda Inegol, Audrey Wei, Brendan Gilmore, Zachary Newman, and Arshia Chakravartti
February 29, 2024

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Teens are increasingly susceptible to online trends promoting a consumeristic culture.

Living trend to trend: How social media encourages fads

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
February 20, 2024

Trends are, by nature, constantly coming and going. The rage of Hydro Flasks and Vans is long gone, replaced by the domination of Stanleys, Tasmans and Drunk Elephant products. And those will disappear...

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Loki season 2 has returned after its debut two years ago, becoming a clear success with huge audience approval.

Marvel’s Loki Season 2 is burdened with ‘glorious purpose’

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
December 20, 2023

Marvel recently dropped the second and final season of the hit show “Loki,” a part of the most recent era in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).  So far, this recent addition to the MCU has been...

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Burlingame athletes Sarah Ott, Sophia Jasmer, Noor Hafezi and Ellie Dowd pose for a group photo after competing at the Peninsula Athletic League championship on Oct. 24.

Girls’ golf successful season cut short

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
October 28, 2023

Girls’ varsity golf (7-9) sent four athletes to compete in the PAL (Peninsula Athletic League) championship on Tuesday, Oct. 24. Seniors Ellie Dowd, Sarah Ott and Noor Hafezi, along with junior Sophia...

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Senior Ellie Dowd tees off at the sixth hole at the Fleming 9 Course on Wednesday, Oct. 11.

Playoff-bound girls’ golf squad drops final match of league season

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
October 14, 2023

Girls’ golf faced off against El Camino High School to close out the league season on Wednesday, Oct. 11. After defeating the Colts by one stroke earlier this year, the re-match was expected to be close....

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Senior Sarah Ott lines up her shot on the final hole of the Fleming 9 Course in San Francisco on Wednesday, Sept. 6.

Girls’ golf sets high bar in season opener

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
September 10, 2023

Girls’ golf set a tone in their season opener against Capuchino High School on Wednesday, Sept. 6, fighting off the Mustangs for a 207-184 victory. “I’m really pleased with them. They’ve done...

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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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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

Arda Inegol, Jake Rothstein, Brinda Iyer, and Arshia Chakravartti
August 24, 2023

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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

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
May 14, 2023

Harry Styles. The Weekend. Lana Del Rey. All of these artists are major icons in the music industry on an international level, with concert tickets selling out and albums hitting the top-10 of every chart....

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Junior Erazem Mattick celebrates a successful attack during a game against Aragon High School on Friday, April 21.

Varsity boys’ volleyball “sets” its sights on the future

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
April 27, 2023

April 21 marked boys’ varsity volleyball’s (15-14 record) final home game for the season, as the Panthers fell to Aragon High School in a back-and-forth five-set battle. Despite the loss, Burlingame...

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Sophomore Reiter Madden and junior Aidan Kelley prepare to receive a serve during a match against Carlmont High School on Wednesday, April 5.

Boys’ varsity volleyball falls short of comeback to Carlmont

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
April 9, 2023

On Wednesday, April 5, boys’ varsity volleyball (11-10 overall, 1-4 PAL Bay) fell to Carlmont High School in a dramatic match featuring many contentious rallies and momentum shifts. A powerful defensive...

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Boys’ Volleyball

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
February 28, 2023

With varsity lineups finalized and a month of practice under their belt, the boys’ volleyball team has begun preparations for the league season, which will begin in mid-March.  And despite losing...

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Star senior starting pitcher Holden Glavin works in the bullpen during a preseason practice.

2023 Spring Sports Preview: New leaders and lofty goals

Michelle Moshkovoy, Athena Bostonmaer, Elise Spenner, Jake Rothstein, Zachary Newman, Arshia Chakravartti, Alex Kelly, Zach Shapiro, Amanda Nolan, and Will Kriner
February 28, 2023

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Lo’ak, the youngest son of Jake Sully and Neytiri, glides through a coral reef on the back of an aquatic sea creature called an Ilu.

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ makes an underwhelming splash

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
January 25, 2023

Warning: Spoilers ahead For many cinema aficionados, it was a good holiday season. Movie-goers put away their cheesy Hallmark flicks and Charlie Brown reruns, racing to the theaters for the much-anticipated...

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Senior Sophia Ibanez tees off at the ninth hole at Fleming 9 Course in San Francisco, during a match against South San Francisco High School on Tuesday, Oct. 11.

Girls’ golf concludes regular season and awaits PAL championships

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
October 16, 2022

On Tuesday, Oct. 11, Burlingame girls’ golf faced off against South San Francisco High School in its last match of the season. Despite their best efforts, the Panthers fell to the Warriors by a slim...

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Burlingame and Sequoia golf athletes stand together for a group photo following their match on Thursday, Sept. 29 at Mariners Point Golf Center in Foster City.

Girls’ golf defeats Sequoia, extends win streak

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
October 6, 2022

On Thursday, Sept. 29, girls’ golf (7-1 overall) emerged victorious against Sequoia High School, ending the match with a 227-190 lead over the Ravens. The win extended the team’s win streak to five...

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Junior Ellie Dowd chips the ball onto the green on the ninth hole during their match against Woodside High School on Sept. 8.

Girls’ golf battles through heat wave against Woodside

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
September 11, 2022

Amid sweltering heat that reached 94 degrees Fahrenheit, the varsity girls’ golf team fell toWoodside High School on Sept. 8 after a hard fought match.  The Panthers put their best foot forward against...

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Burlingame relied heavily on rushing the ball to gain yardage last season, a tactic they will lean on again this year.

2022 Fall Sports Preview: Rising leaders and young talent

Michelle Moshkovoy and Arshia Chakravartti
August 29, 2022

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enior Brooklyn Arcenal drives the ball long distance in the girls’ golf practice at San Bruno Golf Center on Aug. 25.

[Photo] Girls’ Golf

August 29, 2022

enior Brooklyn Arcenal drives the ball long distance in the girls’ golf practice at San Bruno Golf Center on Aug. 25.

The new data science curriculum, created by Rebecca Zielkowski, will include coding mixed with statistics.

[Photo] Burlingame adds new data science class to math curriculum

Wali Chaudry, Staff Reporter
May 9, 2022

The new data science curriculum, created by Rebecca Zielkowski, will include coding mixed with statistics.

Burlingame players reposition for the next point during the second set in their March 21 match against Lowell High School.

Boys’ volleyball program enters third year

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
April 22, 2022

Boys’ varsity volleyball (4-14, 1-5 Peninsula Athletic League Bay Division) is in the midst of their third official season, having played six games since their season opener against Lowell High School...

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The GSA placed boxes with sticker, pins and cards for students to take on Day of Silence, which was held at Burlingame on Friday, April 8.

[Photo] Burlingame recognizes Day of Silence

Samantha Johnstone, Managing Editor
April 18, 2022

The GSA placed boxes with sticker, pins and cards for students to take on Day of Silence, which was held at Burlingame on Friday, April 8.

Students struggle with the overwhelming workload that comes with taking too many AP classes.

[Photo] To take or not to take APs: Course selection paradox

Wali Chaudry, Staff Reporter
March 29, 2022

Students struggle with the overwhelming workload that comes with taking too many AP classes.

Burlingame juniors and seniors will partake in CAASPP testing this year.

CAASPP testing returns after two years

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
March 20, 2022

The California Assessment of Student Progress and Performance (CAASPP) testing returned at Burlingame on March 15, after being canceled the past two school years due to COVID-19 and distance learning. CAASPP...

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Boys’ volleyball athletes participate in drills during a practice session on Feb. 25.

Boys’ volleyball prepares for the upcoming season

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
March 15, 2022

Boys’ volleyball is heading into their 2022 season looking strong. With the varsity and junior varsity teams and captains decided, players have gotten a taste of the team dynamic and had the opportunity...

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Roxanna Moreno

Roxanna Moreno

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
October 7, 2021

Roxanna Moreno is an attendance office staff member at Burlingame. This is her first year working at Burlingame, but she has already become acclimated to this school environment.  With previous experience...

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Matt Pham

Matt Pham

Arshia Chakravartti, Copy Editor
October 6, 2021

Matt Pham is a special education teacher at Burlingame. Although he has only been working here for less than two months, he has already become an established part of the school community. Pham has 10...

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