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School surveillance spark privacy concerns
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
TikTok shuts down for millions of Americans, who migrate en masse to other platforms.
Tick tock, TikTok: a ban or a bargain?
Demonstrators march to the City Hall of Daly City – one of the two rest stops – to replenish resources and gather more demonstrators to San Francisco.
Bay area residents march over 20 miles for immigration rights
SMUHSD responds to immigration crackdown as families face uncertainty
On Jan. 7, Barry Tyler became Burlingame’s new Interim Assistant Principal.
New Interim Assistant Principal Tyler joins community
Horan, Kelly, and Muldowney sport homecoming dresses they made themselves.
Three juniors make their own clothes by sewing, crocheting and knitting
As student-athletes, junior Mika Haggarty, sophomore Vivienne French, and senior Joss Tramel overcome an additional challenge. Each of them has to manage a medical condition by using medical devices, and specialized equipment, or adjusting their positions on the field to optimize their performance. Photo courtesy of Joss Tramel (left) and Viviene French (right)
How three athletes navigate sports with health challenges
Burlingame mock trial poses after qualifying for the semi-finals where they faced the strongest team in the region from Menlo.
Mock trial concludes successful season in semifinal competition
One of the museum’s lenticular images compares Burlingame Avenue in the 1920s and present day.
Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum tells the story of the city’s past
Freshman Sophia Hwang uses 3D modeling software to create terrain.
Inside the 3-Dimensional Game Art and Design class
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
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 (right) and Sabrina Carpenter (left) 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. (Left) Olivia Rodrigo with Dr Fauci 1 by TenthAvenueFreezeOut is licensed under CC0 1.0. (Right) Sabrina Carpenter for Vanity Fair, 2024 by Diplomat's Son is licensed under CC BY 3.0
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
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
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Cynthia Erivo acts as Elphaba during the thrilling end of show number Defying Gravity.
‘Wicked’ movie lives up to fanfare, leaves viewers wanting more
Junior Cole Weyer watches his drive on the seventh hole at Crystal Springs Golf Course on Monday, March 18 against Carlmont.
Boy’s golf fights through brutal weather conditions
Freshman Alvin Feng Heng Ho applies pressure on his opponents on Thursday, March 20.
Badminton overpowers Terra Nova to preserve undefeated season
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
Senior midfielder and team captain Henry Bradley winds up for a shot. Bradley scored three goals on March 20 against Woodside.
Boys lacrosse defeats Woodside to continue hot start
Senior pitcher Amalia Alfers pitches to the Carlmont batter in the first inning of their game on Tuesday, March 18.
Softball finds opportunity for growth in loss to Carlmont
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
Burlingame is sending seven students to Sacramento to participate in the selective All-State music program from Jan. 15 to 19.
Seven students selected for All-State music program
Members of the Key Club volunteer at a Safeway event in partnership with National Broadcasting Company encouraging shoppers to donate to nourishing neighbors.
Clubs lead volunteer initiatives for holiday season, organizing food drives and giving back
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
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
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The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B
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The Burlingame B
Jackson Spenner

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief

Jackson Spenner is a Senior at Burlingame High School and a third-year journalism student. With a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for deep investigation, he is constantly searching for stories that will catch the attention of students across campus. In his free time, Jackson enjoys running, listening to podcasts, destroying his sister in board games, and burying his head in expert crossword puzzles.

All content by Jackson Spenner
This year, Theo Au-Yeung and Zach Shapiro set out to predict every round of the 2023 NFL playoffs. (Photos free to use under the Unsplash License)

[Photo] 2023 NFL Playoff predictions: Our picks for every game

Zach Shapiro and Theo Au-Yeung
January 14, 2023

This year, Theo Au-Yeung and Zach Shapiro set out to predict every round of the 2023 NFL playoffs. (Photos free to use under the Unsplash License)

Tattoos, regardless of peers' opinions, are an artistic right that each and every American possesses.

[Photo] Teens weigh in on stigma surrounding tattoos

Danny Conway, Staff Reporter
February 15, 2023

Tattoos, regardless of peers' opinions, are an artistic right that each and every American possesses.

“I felt the pain from everybody,” music director Kyoko Yamamoto said after Friday's incident. “Everybody was in so much pain — except those people who were laughing, and spectating, and even taking videos.”

Community shocked by public lunchtime altercation

Jackson Spenner, Elise Spenner, and Jake Rothstein
February 3, 2023

At lunchtime on Thursday, Feb. 2, an altercation between two students in the quad quickly escalated into a violent situation prompting intervention by several administrators and safety officials, including...

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Bills win.

[Photo] Super Bowl

January 14, 2023

Bills win.

Bills and Eagles advance.

[Photo] Conference Championship

January 14, 2023

Bills and Eagles advance.

Bills and Chiefs advance.

[Photo] Divisional Round

January 14, 2023

Bills and Chiefs advance.

Jaguars and Chiefs advance.

[Photo] Wild Card

January 14, 2023

Jaguars and Chiefs advance.

Many point to the brutality of cutting weight as a reason for students turning away from wrestling.

[Photo] Weighing in

Zach Shapiro, Staff Reporter
December 23, 2022

Many point to the brutality of cutting weight as a reason for students turning away from wrestling.

Senior Romer Rosales-Hasek reaches the top of Hallmark Park’s cardiac hill on Nov. 12 — a notorious challenge for runners in the last mile.

[Photo] Cross country sprints to triumphant season finale at CCS championships

Alex Kelly, Business Manager
November 18, 2022

Senior Romer Rosales-Hasek reaches the top of Hallmark Park’s cardiac hill on Nov. 12 — a notorious challenge for runners in the last mile.

Instagram, BeReal and TikTok originally attracted users because of very distinct functions. However, they have slowly grown more and more similar.

[Photo] Warring social media platforms: the battle to be better

Ruby Rosenquist, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2022

Instagram, BeReal and TikTok originally attracted users because of very distinct functions. However, they have slowly grown more and more similar.

Spirit Halloween’s costume categories have fewer than 100 scary costumes for women, but almost 150 sexy outfits.

[Photo] How Halloween objectifies women: warding off ghosts and showing off bodies

Lizzy Wan, Diversity Coordinator
October 30, 2022

Spirit Halloween’s costume categories have fewer than 100 scary costumes for women, but almost 150 sexy outfits.

Spirit Halloween’s costume categories have fewer than 100 scary costumes for women, but almost 150 sexy outfits.

Spirit Halloween’s costume categories have fewer than 100 scary costumes for women, but almost 150 sexy outfits.

Trees line Burlingame's main entrance on Mar. 12, 2021. On Tuesday, graffiti was discovered in the C-Building boys’ bathroom.

Racist, Anti-Semitic graffiti discovered on campus

Elise Spenner and Jackson Spenner
August 31, 2022

 

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Burlingame councilmember Emily Beach announced her campaign for Congress in November 2021.

Inside the mind of Emily Beach, congressional candidate for California’s 14th District

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
January 12, 2022

Burlingame City Councilmember Emily Beach has spent the last decade getting to know the Burlingame community. Now, she’s ready to represent their values on a national level. California’s 14th District...

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Customers of downtown Burlingame’s Trapeze restaurant dine in outdoor parklets on Thursday, Oct. 28

City plans to make modified parklet program permanent

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
November 9, 2021

More than a year ago, on Aug. 12, 2020, members of the City of Burlingame’s Economic Development Subcommittee (EDS) met to discuss just one topic: how to optimize downtown outdoor dining. With indoor...

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Game-ineligible club players watch from the sidelines as setter Ryan Li focuses his attention on a serve late into the third set of Thursday night’s game.

COVID-19 restrictions hold back boys volleyball team in season debut

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
May 6, 2021

Burlingame boys volleyball took the court against Aragon High School in their April 30 opening match to rounds of applause from a socially-distanced crowd. However, even amid the spectatorship restrictions,...

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Burlingame football and cheer have their senior class posing for pictures at the Senior Night ceremony before The Little Big Game. (April 16)

[Photo] Burlingame’s football season ends on a high note

Isaac Bostonmaer, Sports Editor
April 29, 2021

Burlingame football and cheer have their senior class posing for pictures at the Senior Night ceremony before The Little Big Game. (April 16)

New schedules and changing formats cause students to adjust their plans for upcoming exams.

As AP exams approach, students and staff navigate a tangled web of logistics

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
March 30, 2021

On Feb. 19, Burlingame’s students and teachers received what would be the first of many emails titled ‘AP Exam Updates.’ They were told that Advanced Placement (AP) exams would be pushed back to...

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A group of Burlingame runners warm up for their race early on Saturday morning, March 5.

Cross country seniors celebrate their first and last home meet of the season

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
March 18, 2021

Saturday, March 5, was not a typical senior night for Burlingame High School’s cross country team. For starters, the celebration happened during the morning, before the team’s first home meet against...

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The textbook for AP Euro, the former advanced social science course offered to sophomores that will be replaced by AP World.

[Photo] AP World to replace AP Euro

Samantha Johnstone, Managing Editor
March 7, 2021

The textbook for AP Euro, the former advanced social science course offered to sophomores that will be replaced by AP World.

Barricades surround the Bay Trail and Coyote Point flood construction site, forcing residents to take a detour near Highway 101.

Bay Trail flood project gives residents first taste of climate protection program

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
February 25, 2021

In 100 years, much of Burlingame will be underwater due to rising sea levels. In fact, estimates from San Mateo County predict that in a century, Burlingame will see 452 acres underwater, putting nearly...

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Coach Steve O’Brien checks his stopwatch as senior Chris Percia passes by.

Cross Country races in preparation for season’s first meet

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
February 19, 2021

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The Amazon 4-Star Store on Burlingame Avenue advertises trends and highly-rated products.

Amid a pandemic, local businesses have one advantage over large chains: character

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
January 31, 2021

Burlingame Avenue has a new kid on the block, and it’s not a family-owned restaurant, homemade gift shop or frozen yogurt pop-up.  It’s a 4-Star store, a physical extension of online retailer and...

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#1: The attack on the Capitol

#1: The attack on the Capitol

Samantha Johnstone, Jackson Spenner, Safiya Loomba, Farah Caban, William Chastain, and Alex Kelly
January 13, 2021

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BHS’s junior varsity football team sprints during a conditioning practice on Dec. 2.

Student sports and on-campus activities suspended amid virus surge

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
December 11, 2020

It’s difficult to pretend that playing high school sports in 2020 is remotely as exciting as it once was. The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered an indefinite wave of shutdowns, closures and laggy, awkward virtual...

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Diners eat at Burmese restaurant, Mingalaba, on Burlingame Ave. in early November.

COVID-19 on the Ave: Your guide to Burlingame’s safest restaurants part 2

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
November 17, 2020

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Kyoko Yamamoto (center) conducts BHS's concert band while they play the 'Up' theme song over Zoom.

Marching band practices hardly harmonious

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
November 16, 2020

Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the 103 members of Burlingame’s marching band were preparing for the time of their lives. One Friday afternoon, a single email announcing that Burlingame would be moving...

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Crowds of people gather near Burlingame Ave’s Caffe Central in late September.

COVID-19 on the Ave: Your guide to Burlingame’s safest restaurants

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
October 20, 2020

In the seven months since the COVID-19 pandemic began, it has quickly redefined our lives. Our new normal is a constant cycle of masks, gloves, empty hand sanitizer bottles and reminders to stay six feet...

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On a Friday night, the library shines bright despite challenging times.

[Photo] In a time of crisis, the Burlingame Public Library forges on

Elise Spenner, Editor-In-Chief
October 20, 2020

On a Friday night, the library shines bright despite challenging times.

Marie Clarke, working as a school nurse in San Mateo, checks up on a young student.

Marie Clarke: Nurse, Teacher, and Student

Jackson Spenner, Editor-In-chief
October 10, 2020

Last year, if someone were to tell Marie Clark she would spend 400 consecutive days of her life at home, teaching physical education on camera to 30 students every hour, she would have thought they were...

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