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The Burlingame B

The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B

The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B

Sophia Bella

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor

Sophia Bella is a junior at Burlingame High School, third-year journalism student and design and print managing editor of the Burlingame B. Aside from editing, she enjoys designing newspaper pages, creating graphics and taking photos. Outside of the newsroom you can find her rock climbing, reading, practicing photography and spending time with friends and family.
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According to the Bs survey, 71% of students feel they do not get enough sleep.

[Photo] Sleep deprivation takes a toll on students

Arda Inegol, Business Manager
November 16, 2023

According to the B's survey, 71% of students feel they do not get enough sleep.

On June 29, the Supreme Court ended affirmative action throughout all U.S. colleges and universities by stating that colleges cannot consider race in admissions.

[Photo] Navigating college admissions in a post-affirmative action world

Arda Inegol, Business Manager
October 5, 2023

On June 29, the Supreme Court ended affirmative action throughout all U.S. colleges and universities by stating that colleges cannot consider race in admissions.

GSA President Violet Hansma speaks at the Friday, Sept. 15 “Welcome Back Rally” following the removal of the Harry Potter theme for spirit week due to concerns over author J.K. Rowling’s transphobic views.

GSA, leadership lead positive change after divisive Harry Potter-themed spirit week

Elise Spenner, Jake Rothstein, and Sophia Bella
September 16, 2023

The School Advisory Council (SAC) hosted a public meeting after school on Wednesday, Sept. 13, with a focus on addressing the fallout caused by the Harry Potter-themed spirit week and its relation to author...

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Posters protesting J.K. Rowling, the controversial author of the Harry Potter series upon which the upcoming rally is based, were found around campus on Tuesday, Sept. 12.

Protest posters spark controversy over Harry Potter-themed spirit week

Elise Spenner and Sophia Bella
September 13, 2023

Art teacher Eislyn Wolf-Noyes printed and displayed posters during and after lunch on Tuesday, Sept. 12, denouncing leadership’s Harry Potter-themed spirit week and rally as an endorsement of author...

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Whether motivated by insecurity, peer pressure or enjoyment, the way students beautify themselves is entirely up to them and some may choose not to do it at all.

[Photo] ChapStick or Lipstick? The Choice Is Yours

Joelle Huysmans, Diversity Coordinator
May 1, 2023

Whether motivated by insecurity, peer pressure or enjoyment, the way students beautify themselves is entirely up to them and some may choose not to do it at all.

Teenagers experience pressure to conform to the unrealistic body types diet culture promotes, which makes them feel obligated to restrict their calorie intake.

[Photo] How self-esteem becomes dependent on the numbers on the scale

Joelle Huysmans, Diversity Coordinator
April 8, 2023

Teenagers experience pressure to conform to the unrealistic body types diet culture promotes, which makes them feel obligated to restrict their calorie intake.

Each student we talked to said that pressure at school  — where perfection seems to be the only option — exacerbated their mental health struggles.

[Photo] Burlingame girls report widespread mental health crisis

Elise Spenner, Editor-In-Chief
March 13, 2023

Each student we talked to said that pressure at school — where perfection seems to be the only option — exacerbated their mental health struggles.

This year, Burlingame’s administration implemented the course selection map to encourage students to explore the course catalog and envision their next steps and goals.

[Photo] New four year map lets freshmen plan courses early

Athena Bostonmaer, Staff Reporter
February 27, 2023

This year, Burlingame’s administration implemented the course selection map to encourage students to explore the course catalog and envision their next steps and goals.

The school library has quickly become a hub for chess matches, attracting a variety of players during lunchtime and after school.

[Photo] Chess is trending at school — here’s why

Arda Inegol, Business Manager
February 24, 2023

The school library has quickly become a hub for chess matches, attracting a variety of players during lunchtime and after school.

Where ChatGPT can be helpful, it also can be misused and threaten academic integrity — especially in classes that involve writing, such as English or history classes.

[Photo] ChatGPT can do your homework. Now what?

Jake Rothstein, Managing Editor
February 14, 2023

Where ChatGPT can be helpful, it also can be misused and threaten academic integrity — especially in classes that involve writing, such as English or history classes.

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

[Photo] Community shocked by public lunchtime altercation

“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...

This winter, California has been plagued by heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, with drainage water flooding streets and forming small lakes outside houses.

[Photo] California deluge wreaks havoc on local houses and businesses

Brinda Iyer and Athena Bostonmaer
January 24, 2023

This winter, California has been plagued by heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, with drainage water flooding streets and forming small lakes outside houses.

The majority of respondents to the poll reported they had heard slurs, offensive jokes and insults that degrade someone’s gender identity, sexuality, race, abilities, culture or ethnicity on campus.

[Photo] Why is hate speech a part of Burlingame’s vocabulary?

Abby Knight, Copy Editor
November 18, 2022

The majority of respondents to the poll reported they had heard slurs, offensive jokes and insults that degrade someone’s gender identity, sexuality, race, abilities, culture or ethnicity on campus.

California Propositions 1, 28, and 31 are all found on the midterm election ballot, affecting students’ lives.

[Photo] A closer look at propositions on this year’s ballot

Alex Kelly and Ana Lunaparra
November 8, 2022

California Propositions 1, 28, and 31 are all found on the midterm election ballot, affecting students’ lives.

The Women’s Coaching Alliances (WCA) central mission is to grow the presence of women in the sports coaching field.

A level playing field: local organization empowers women in sports leadership

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
September 6, 2022

While athletes are often at the center of discussions about gender disparity in sports, the coaching industry frequently lacks the same attention. A Burlingame-based organization has their sights set on...

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Five Burlingame students placed in the Directing Change film contest with public service announcements covering various mental health issues.

Mental health in motion: Five Burlingame students recognized in Directing Change film contest

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
May 9, 2022

After submitting films intended to raise awareness of the multi-faceted topic of mental health, five young filmmakers from Burlingame were recognized for their public service announcements at the statewide...

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Track and field athletes practice daily after school to prepare for competition, with the first meet coming up on March 9.

Track and field: off to the races

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
March 9, 2022

After a difficult year of navigating through the hurdles of the pandemic, Burlingame track and field is off to a fresh start. The team is training for their opening meet, set to take place on March 9 at...

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The Recology composting program is providing single and multifamily homes in Burlingame with green bins.

New California composting mandate aims to free up landfills, combat climate change

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
February 10, 2022

On Jan. 1, California implemented the first stage of a multi-level initiative to divert organic waste from landfills. Senate Bill 1383 states that residents, businesses and state-run schools are mandated...

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Juniors Kate Bauer and Tate Nelson cut tissue paper for the Papel Picado lunch activity on Sept. 15.

[Photo] Table talk with ASB President Elisenne Yun

Farah Caban, Business Manager
December 24, 2021

Juniors Kate Bauer and Tate Nelson cut tissue paper for the Papel Picado lunch activity on Sept. 15.

Preston’s Candy and Ice Cream on Broadway has been serving customers for 75 years and counting.

A sweet celebration: Preston’s Candy and Ice Cream turns 75

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
December 12, 2021

On Saturday, Oct. 16, Preston’s Candy and Ice Cream on Broadway hosted a birthday party to celebrate 75 years of business. Over 200 guests visited throughout the day, eager to try the free handmade confections...

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RethinkWaste environmental educators Raquel Asi and Chiara Barasuky-Da Silva deliver a presentation on the impacts of the fast fashion industry.

Burlingame senior hosts environmental workshops targeting food and textile waste

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
November 24, 2021

On Sunday, Nov. 14, senior Elena Hung hosted the No-Sew Upcycled T-Shirt Reusable Face Mask workshop over Zoom as part of her work on Burlingame Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board. Hung, along with...

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Reema Asia

Reema Asia

Sophia Bella, Managing Editor
October 7, 2021

When Reema Asia was younger, she viewed reading and writing as a complete waste of time.   "I absolutely hated school —  I didn't want to do any of it," Asia said.   Now, Burlingame...

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