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During the Aug.15 fire evacuation, some students played frisbee on the front lawn to pass the time.
Fire alarms prompt evacuations, cause schoolwide concern
Principal Jen Fong delivers her speech to the crowd at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 27.
New gym opens after two years of construction
Senior Nico Bennett poses with his Lead Actor trophy at the Rita Moreno Awards. He now moves on to the Jimmy Awards in New York City.
Bennett wins Lead Actor at Rita Moreno Awards, advances to Broadway’s Jimmy Awards
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
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 dance team meets for mandatory practice on Wednesday, Aug. 27, preparing for their performance at the “Welcome Back” rally.
New dance program offers class and team opportunities
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
As first-generation college students, Wang, Chieppe, and Song pave the way for their siblings and family.
First generation students forge new pathways
Bleviss, Balmy, Erle, and Skelton are retiring from Burlingame this year.
Farewell to familiar faces: teachers retire after years in the classroom
Senior Nico Bennett poses with his Lead Actor trophy at the Rita Moreno Awards. He now moves on to the Jimmy Awards in New York City.
Bennett wins Lead Actor at Rita Moreno Awards, advances to Broadway’s Jimmy Awards
Opinion: Women’s professional sports still aren’t getting the respect they deserve
Opinion: Women’s professional sports still aren’t getting the respect they deserve
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
After seven years in development, the record-breaking film “KPop Demon Hunters” has earned Netflix its first box-office hit with the new theater sing-along experience.
“KPop Demon Hunters” brings Korean culture to audiences worldwide
‘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
Senior quarterback Nick Armstrong scrambles up the field with the ball, avoiding defenders.
Varsity football loses season opener in overtime thriller
Varsity cheer practices their stunting in preparation for their halftime performance.
Fall Sports Previews: Old faces and new heights
Junior Grayson Howard lays a bunt down the third base line.
Baseball ends season without playoff berth
Freshman Alvin Feng Heng Ho became the first player to qualify for the California Interscholastic Federation playoffs in Burlingame history.
Badminton thrives in postseason, caps off successful season
In his No. 3 singles match against Menlo-Atherton, junior Alex Bozinovic clinched 4-6, 6-4, 10-6.
Boys’ tennis settles the score with Menlo-Atherton, extends season to CCS
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
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
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
February Issue Crossword
February Issue Crossword
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October Issue Crossword
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Weekly Crossword (#2)
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Principal Jen Fong delivers her speech to the crowd at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 27.
New gym opens after two years of construction
Josie Wettan, Social Media Manager • August 31, 2025
Senior Nico Bennett poses with his Lead Actor trophy at the Rita Moreno Awards. He now moves on to the Jimmy Awards in New York City.
Bennett wins Lead Actor at Rita Moreno Awards, advances to Broadway’s Jimmy Awards
Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator • May 27, 2025
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
Trump administration freezes billions in private university funding
Henry Gardner and Paige Cornelius • May 23, 2025
Features
The dance team meets for mandatory practice on Wednesday, Aug. 27, preparing for their performance at the “Welcome Back” rally.
New dance program offers class and team opportunities
Chiara Wesley, Senior Reporter • August 30, 2025

Starting this school year, students can now enroll in a dance class or participate in the newly formed...

From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
From firefighting to tattoo art, students pursue alternative pathways
Josie Wettan and Akira Nakamura • June 2, 2025
As first-generation college students, Wang, Chieppe, and Song pave the way for their siblings and family.
First generation students forge new pathways
Iny Li and Olivia Newman • May 29, 2025
Bleviss, Balmy, Erle, and Skelton are retiring from Burlingame this year.
Farewell to familiar faces: teachers retire after years in the classroom
Connor Leong and Henry Gardner • May 28, 2025
Opinion
Entertainment
After seven years in development, the record-breaking film “KPop Demon Hunters” has earned Netflix its first box-office hit with the new theater sing-along experience.
“KPop Demon Hunters” brings Korean culture to audiences worldwide
Audrey Wei, Social Coordinator • August 28, 2025
‘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, Copy Editor • 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, Diversity Coordinator • 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, Design Editor • January 15, 2025
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, Social Coordinator • 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, Managing Editor • 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, Managing Editor • February 4, 2025
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Chiara Wesley, Senior Reporter • December 14, 2024
Senior Issue 2025
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Walk the field with running back Hayden Haba
Walk the field with running back Hayden Haba
Henry Gardner and Kai Shah • August 29, 2025
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
Kai Shah, Henry Gardner, and Natalie Gyde • March 24, 2025
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February Issue Crossword
February Issue Crossword
Alex Bertelli, Copy Editor • February 24, 2025
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