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    National Honors Society members test knowledge on Japanase language, cultural traditions, history and society in 33rd National Japan Bowl held in Washington D.C. Photos used with permission from Japan-America Society of Washington D.C. and Japanese Honors Society.
    Japan Bowl teams achieve best performance in Lynbrook history
    Notable events include Cardiomed Club's annual dissection hosted in collaboration with Surgery Interest Club, the Cupertino Whole Foods shutting down due to a rat infestation, Harvard sueing the Trump Administration and the new pope, Pope Leo XIV. Top left: photo used with permission from Ilan Garcia. Top right: photo used with permission from Wikimedia Commons. Bottom left: Photo used with permission from Wikimedia Commons. Bottom right: Photo used with permission from Wikimedia Commons.
    Campus, community and world events
    Lynbrook Legends are selected based on impact and achievements accomplished within their respective fields or in supporting the community. Photo by Irene Hwang.
    New Lynbrook Legends program celebrates distinguished alumni
    FUHSD plans to implement a district-wide phone ban policy that will restrict usage of smartphones during instructional periods, including class time and tutorials. Cell phones will be allowed during brunch and lunch, or during emergency circumstances with permission from a staff member. Photo by Brian Lee.
    FUHSD bans phones during class time for the 2025-26 school year
    Go Club tournament tests strategy and wit
    Go Club tournament tests strategy and wit
    2024-25 Senior Columns
    2024-25 Senior Columns
    It’s September 11, 2018.
    My hijab & I
    One thousand. The biblical number of prosperity, the number of years in a millennium, and the number that signifies a remarkable milestone.
    A fresh sheet of square paper
    Just past midnight, my house is deafeningly quiet.
    On soup and stories
    Shakespeare’s “Sonnet 73,” one out of the 154 the Bard published in 1609, deals with themes of love and aging, yet one word of this sonnet in particular catches my eye. Graphic illustrations by by Gary Pan, Qianzi Loo, Alyssa Wang and Vidushi Upadhyay.
    As after sunset fadeth in the west
    2024-25 Senior Columns
    2024-25 Senior Columns
    It’s September 11, 2018.
    My hijab & I
    One thousand. The biblical number of prosperity, the number of years in a millennium, and the number that signifies a remarkable milestone.
    A fresh sheet of square paper
    Just past midnight, my house is deafeningly quiet.
    On soup and stories
    Shakespeare’s “Sonnet 73,” one out of the 154 the Bard published in 1609, deals with themes of love and aging, yet one word of this sonnet in particular catches my eye. Graphic illustrations by by Gary Pan, Qianzi Loo, Alyssa Wang and Vidushi Upadhyay.
    As after sunset fadeth in the west
    With legal immigration pathways narrowing and deportations without due process rising nationwide, it has become more important than ever for students and school communities to be educated on their rights and protections. Photo by Qianzi Loo. Graphic illustration by Maddy Chang
    Editorial: Building safety and awareness around student immigrant rights
    Lack of awareness around the prevalence of digital misinformation affects students in the digital age. To combat these concerns, student engagement in media literacy and responsible journalism should be prioritized within schools.
    Editorial: Media literacy in and out of FUHSD classrooms
    Students actively engage in discussions and group activities in their Ethnic Studies class.
    Editorial: Federal education cuts threaten ethnic studies programs
    In a district wide effort to address student mental health issues, Lynbrook plans to launch a future mental wellness center, preceded by a monthly prototype launching in May.
    Future wellness center is a step toward aiding student mental health
    Student petitions are an important way of bringing attention to school issues, but the line between serious and counterproductive petitions must be drawn. Graphic illustration by Charlotte Bolay and Crystal Zhu
    Editorial: The power of petitions in student advocacy
    Hrithikesh Kotha challenges himself through music
    Hrithikesh Kotha challenges himself through music
    "The Galaxy's Memories," written by Galen Han, depicts vivid storytelling of the history of the galaxy.
    Galen Han rewrites the dimensions of imaginations
    Kimmy Le, Effie Wang and Ellie York (left to right) design vibrant nail sets
    Filing in the details of student nail art businesses
    Austin Liou, Reagan Markert, Colin Chow, Amrit Rihal and William Devanney (top left to bottom right)
    Catalyst Crew drops knowledge with banger beats
    Sylva Scott cares for her alpaca and other animals at McClellan Ranch. Photos used with permission from Sylva Scott and with Creative Common Licenses.
    Caring for alpacas with Sylva Scott
    Hrithikesh Kotha challenges himself through music
    Hrithikesh Kotha challenges himself through music
    Photos by Lilly Wu. (Lilly Wu)Graphic illustration by Claire Guo. (Claire Guo)
    Claire Hsu bakes it up
    Jayden Yang makes waves through water polo
    Holden Choi finds a career path in his passion for video games
    Jason Wu grows passion and creativity through a side hustle
    Whether through panic-buying or an uptick in lipstick sales, the American shopping cart can reveal much about the state of our economy during economic hardship. Photos used with permission under Creative Commons license.
    Tracking consumer and marketing changes over the recessions
    Catholicism, one of the largest branches of Christianity, remains one of the most influential religions in the U.S. today. It has impacted on schools, healthcare, policies and national traditions.
    Catholicism intersects with American culture
    Aside from the hefty expense of a seat, space tourism also comes with another astronomical price tag: environmental sustainability.
    The environmental price of reaching for the stars
    San José and the larger San Francisco Bay Area are home to a variety of native species such as the California poppy, owl’s clover and lupine.
    The Bay Area’s complex web of native and invasive wildlife
    The three branches of government within the Constitution — the judicial, executive and legislative — were crafted to avoid a crisis in the system of checks and balances that prevents one branch from overpowering another.
    The possibility of a constitutional crisis in our perfect union
    Through personal growth, perseverance and prioritizing their overall health, students have built stronger teams and become stronger individuals. Graphic illlustration by Anna Cen.
    Student athletes persevere through injuries, bad weather and stress
    Coaches and students play basketball with Zone 6. Photos used with permission from Zone 6. Graphic illustration by Anna Cen.
    Zone 6 coaches confidence one drill at a time
    Anika Khanna at the 2025 Gator Cup. Michael and Michele Myers practicing. Photos used with permission from USA Archery and Michael and Michele Myers. Graphic illustration by Anna Cen.
    Anika Khanna, Michael Myers and Michele Myers find their next target
    Track athletes from different high schools leap over hurdles while bounding toward the finish line. Photo by Akash Anand. Graphic illustration by Anna Cen
    Setting track athletes up for success
    Athletes, from high school and college, are able to use their popularity and skill for profit through different sponsorships. Graphic Illustration by Amanda Jin.
    Name, image and likeness are reshaping the culture of athletics
    View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/sprom25.
    Senior Prom 2025: Rewrite the Stars
    Through lyrical creativity and gorgeous vocals Uchis’ “Sincerely,” and Walker’s “Fancy That” explores heartbreak, love and peace.
    ‘Sincerely,’ and ‘Fancy That’ surpass expectations.
    In the past, Hollywood has produced a number of films that contain stereotypical depictions of marginalized communities. Recently, the rise of movies produced by Asian American and Pacific Islander creators has combated such stereotypes in the movie industry. May celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month — an apt time to explore various films that convey Asian heritage.
    Exploring culture through film for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
    Thunderbolts* strings together mildly wicked characters as anti-heroes. Photos used with permission from Creative Commons License.
    Evil heroes and not-so-bad villains
    Behind the live performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (ft. Studio 74 and Lynbrook music department)
    Behind the live performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (ft. Studio 74 and Lynbrook music department)
    Tug, not tackle: Students and staff on girls flag football in Viking athletics
    Tug, not tackle: Students and staff on girls flag football in Viking athletics
    Approaching 60 years of history: Lynbrook back in the day
    Approaching 60 years of history: Lynbrook back in the day
    Nostalgic memories, since 2010
    Nostalgic memories, since 2010
    Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
    Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
    Students gathered in the parking lot on March 29 for ASB's first school-sanctioned celebration of Holi.
    Adding a little color with Holi
    Brain Rot
    Brain Rot
    Nostalgia
    Nostalgia
    Gaming the system
    Gaming the system
    Lost in translation.
    Lost in translation.
    View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/sprom25.
    Senior Prom 2025: Rewrite the Stars
    Farewell Rally 2025
    View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/spromfashionshow2025
    Senior Prom Fashion Show 2025
    View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/2025silsilayfashionshow.
    Silsilay Fashion Show 2025
    View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/2025jpromfashionshow.
    Junior Prom Fashion Show 2025
    Behind the live performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (ft. Studio 74 and Lynbrook music department)
    Behind the live performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (ft. Studio 74 and Lynbrook music department)
    Unwrapping holiday memories
    Plucking heartstrings with Lynbrook students’ favorite love songs
    Silsilay connects communities across the bay
    Teachers take on brain rot terms
    Epic staffers Amanda Jin and Irene Hwang give their opinions on the 2025 Oscars nominations. Graphic illustrations by Olivia Tu.
    From Anora to Emilia Perez: Our opinions on the 2025 Oscars
    Graphic Illustration by Amanda Jin, Alexandra Wu and David Zhu.
    Behind the runway
    Formula 1: Pit lane Talk
    Formula 1: Pit lane Talk
    Graphic Illustration by Daeun Chung
    College mythbusting with Mr. Roy
    Don’t judge a book by its cover: the shortcomings of banning books
    Don’t judge a book by its cover: the shortcomings of banning books
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        Homecoming: Rally 19-20

        Emma Cionca, Elliu Huang and Diana Kohr
        November 1, 2019

        If you haven’t already, be sure to check out other photos from Homecoming this year!

        • Staff skit: https://lhsepic.com/6181/web-exclusive/homecoming-staff-skit-19-20/
        • Freshman class of 2023 skit : https://lhsepic.com/6289/web-exclusive/homecoming-freshman-skit-19-20/
        • Sophomore class of 2022 skit: https://lhsepic.com/6291/web-exclusive/homecoming-sophomore-skit-19-20/
        • Junior class of 2021 skit: https://lhsepic.com/6329/web-exclusive/homecoming-junior-skit-19-20/
        • Senior class of 2020 skit: https://lhsepic.com/6374/web-exclusive/homecoming-senior-skit-19-20/
        • Football game: https://lhsepic.com/6478/web-exclusive/homecoming-football-game-19-20/

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        (she/her) Emma is a senior and the Sports Editor of the Epic this year. Outside of journalism, she enjoys skiing, hiking, and photography.

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        Elliu Huang is a senior and is looking forward to one last great year on staff. He hopes to continue counting sheep and practicing the art of weaving plastic,...

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        Diana is a junior at Lynbrook High School and one of the web editors for the Epic. She enjoys going on long-distance runs with her friends, preferably...

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