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Red cards created by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center were distributed to “help people assert their legal rights,” according to the San Mateo Union High School District (SMUSHD) website.
SMUHSD adopts protocol for unidentified campus visitors
Residents of Sunrise of San Mateo, a senior assisted living facility, gather to show support and join the protest.
Indivisible hosts No Kings 2 protest in San Mateo
Two Waymo taxis drive down El Camino Real, part of the area included in the company’s most recent expansion in June.
Community responds as Waymo expands driverless service to Burlingame
Juniors Sophia Weber and Caroline Rafferty gather with other NextGen summit delegates to take a photo.
Students represent U.S. at international AI summit in Italy
Non-permanent walls were added in the main office because two new staff members and the attendance office were relocated.
Burlingame makes changes to accommodate growing student population
After affirmative action was ruled unconstitutional, the Common Application made the race and ethnicity section optional.
Multiracial students navigate identity on college applications
Architecture students collaborate to build intricate structures.
CTE classes prepare students for careers in skilled trade
The concert was held at the Trousdale, a community living center located near the Burlingame Plaza.
Music for Memory: Student musicians perform at senior homes
Students, staff, and families socialized and danced in their Halloween costumes.
Bay University hosts annual Halloween dance
The “Rumors” cast, still in character, gather to celebrate a victorious moment.
“Rumors” circulate of drama’s comedic fall performance
One of the only lots on campus is located on the right side of the school, in between the campus and Washington Park.
Burlingame must address student parking shortage
Group members Fenix Flexin and OhGeesy take the stage.
Shoreline Mafia turns reunion into explosive performance
Pat Calhoun (Leonardo DiCaprio) accepts a rifle from Sergio St. Carlos (Benicio del Toro) for protection as he sets out to look for his daughter.
Characters elevate “One Battle After Another” from entertaining action flick to greatness
Students dress up for the USA-themed football game against Arroyo High School on Friday, Sept. 13.
Editorial: It’s time to reclaim the flag as a symbol of unity
Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing
Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing
Students, staff, and families socialized and danced in their Halloween costumes.
Bay University hosts annual Halloween dance
Group members Fenix Flexin and OhGeesy take the stage.
Shoreline Mafia turns reunion into explosive performance
Pat Calhoun (Leonardo DiCaprio) accepts a rifle from Sergio St. Carlos (Benicio del Toro) for protection as he sets out to look for his daughter.
Characters elevate “One Battle After Another” from entertaining action flick to greatness
Taylor Swift released her new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” on Friday, Oct. 3.
Taylor Swift goes green: “The Life of a Showgirl” recycles old material
Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher watch Belly Conklin during a wedding rehearsal scene in the TV series's third and final season, “We’ll Always Have Summer.”
A battle between two brothers: Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah
Seniors Lyra Sheng, Scarlett Gemmer, Katie Jarrett, Sam Tom, and Evelyn Du line up with their coaches after the senior night ceremony.
Girls’ tennis dominates Sequoia 7-0 on senior night
Senior wide receiver Haleh Ansari reaches for the flag during a crucial play.
Flag football triumphs over Aragon on senior night
Junior Dylan Black breaks up a pass against a King’s Academy receiver.
Football suffers heavy defeat against King’s Academy
Junior outside hitter Jordan Toomey hits the ball for a kill against Sequoia High School in their match on Tuesday, Oct. 7.
Girls’ volleyball wins first game in new gym with a 3-0 sweep against Sequoia
Senior Samantha Tom hits a serve to the opposing player.
Girls’ tennis rallies past Half Moon Bay 7-0
The concert was held at the Trousdale, a community living center located near the Burlingame Plaza.
Music for Memory: Student musicians perform at senior homes
The “Rumors” cast, still in character, gather to celebrate a victorious moment.
“Rumors” circulate of drama’s comedic fall performance
One of the only lots on campus is located on the right side of the school, in between the campus and Washington Park.
Burlingame must address student parking shortage
Juniors Sophia Weber and Caroline Rafferty gather with other NextGen summit delegates to take a photo.
Students represent U.S. at international AI summit in Italy
The Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) held its first meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 15, where they presented an introductory slideshow and offered burritos. On the slideshow, the club wrote they are “dedicated to representing and supporting students who identify as Latinx, as well as those connected to Latin America through ancestry, personal history, or interest.”
Students and staff celebrate culture through traditional Hispanic dishes
A Day in the Life with Coach E
A Day in the Life with Coach E
Walk the Field with Running Back Hayden Haba
Walk the Field with Running Back Hayden Haba
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
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Senior wide receiver Haleh Ansari reaches for the flag during a crucial play.

Flag football triumphs over Aragon on senior night

Paige Cornelius and Andrew Barrera
October 26, 2025

Varsity flag football triumphed over Aragon High School after a neck-and-neck game on Monday, Oct. 20, ending the team’s senior night on a satisfying note. The Panthers fought until the last quarter,...

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One of the only lots on campus is located on the right side of the school, in between the campus and Washington Park.

Burlingame must address student parking shortage

Paige Cornelius, Business Manager
October 22, 2025

As a high school senior, one would think juggling college applications, numerous extracurriculars, and AP classes is the most stressful part of my day. But no, it’s finding a parking spot.  Like...

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Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing

Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing

Paige Cornelius, Business Manager
September 26, 2025

Chances are, if you’re scrolling through TikTok or walking through a Sephora store, you’ll notice the impact of influencers. One of their most popular video styles, especially among beauty creators,...

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Commercialization on the Avenue

Commercialization on the Avenue

Paige Cornelius and Olivia Newman
September 24, 2025

Burlingame Avenue, long considered a jewel of local culture for its assorted storefronts, is about to welcome new tenants. This winter, chain stores like Alo Yoga are moving in, and Sweetgreen is already...

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Freshman Chloe Chew carries the ball towards the endzone in an attempt to score.

Flag football dominates Jefferson in season opener

Paige Cornelius, Business Manager
September 20, 2025

With a 49-0 win and three touchdowns from pick-sixes, the flag football team opened its season with a blowout against Jefferson High School on Monday, Sept.15. After two bye weeks, the team used the extra...

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Varsity cheer practices their stunting in preparation for their halftime performance.

Fall Sports Previews: Old faces and new heights

Kai Shah, Alex Bertelli, Josie Wettan, Olivia Newman, Akira Nakamura, Abby Zarahn, Paige Cornelius, Oscar Bill, and Audrey Wei
September 2, 2025

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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, Business Manager
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, Business Manager
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, Business Manager
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, Copy Editor
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, Business Manager
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, Business Manager
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, Business Manager
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, Business Manager
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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