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The elevator in the C-Building is one of the several out-of-service elevators on campus, complicating mobility for junior Adam Zimmer, who broke his ankle and now relies on crutches.
Out-of-service elevators restrict class access for injured students
The event, held in the San Mateo County Event Center on Saturday, April 26, heard from 19 speakers and featured 40 booths covering a wide range of disaster preparedness topics.
San Mateo County hosts wildfire preparedness event
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
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?
The event, held in the San Mateo County Event Center on Saturday, April 26, heard from 19 speakers and featured 40 booths covering a wide range of disaster preparedness topics.
San Mateo County hosts wildfire preparedness event
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
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
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
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
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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The Iron Panthers celebrate their second FIRST Championship victory at Houston, Texas.
Robotics Wins FIRST World Championships
Connor Leong, Staff Reporter • April 29, 2025
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
Connie Lu, Web Editor • April 24, 2025
“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
Iny Li, Business Manager • April 23, 2025
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The Iron Panthers celebrate their second FIRST Championship victory at Houston, Texas.
Robotics Wins FIRST World Championships
Connor Leong, Staff Reporter • April 29, 2025

The Iron Panthers entered the FIRST Robotics World Championship with low expectations. One week later,...

TikTok is the new search engine
TikTok is the new search engine
Sophia Doss, Copy Editor • April 29, 2025
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
Natalie Gyde, Multimedia Editor • April 26, 2025
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
Audrey Wei, Senior Reporter • April 24, 2025
Opinion
Entertainment
‘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
Olivia Newman, Staff Reporter • April 19, 2025
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
Abby Zarahn, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025
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
Kaylee Hwang, Social Coordinator • January 15, 2025
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter • December 14, 2024
Sports
Student Life
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
Audrey Wei, Senior Reporter • April 24, 2025
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
Iny Li, Business Manager • April 3, 2025
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
Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator • February 4, 2025
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Chiara Wesley, Staff Reporter • December 14, 2024
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April 21, 2025
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Multimedia
Screen time management tools: helpful or harmful?
Screen time management tools: helpful or harmful?
Josie Wettan and Chiara Wesley • April 28, 2025
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
March 24, 2025
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
Natalie Gyde, Kaylee Hwang, and Henry Gardner • February 7, 2025
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
Natalie Gyde, Henry Gardner, and Kaylee Hwang • January 23, 2025
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