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the Epic

The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

Klara and the Sun shares the world from the perspective of a robot or Artificial Friend, “AF,” Klara, who explores human emotions through her assistance of Josie, a sick and dying girl.

Librarians’ picks: Klara and the Sun

Emma Cionca, Sports Editor February 1, 2022

Author Kazuo Ishiguro weaves a complex narrative of loss, love and maturity in Klara and the Sun. The protagonist, Klara, gives a captivating critique of human behavior as well as an analysis of what it...

Community gardens and orchards around the Bay Area have brought agriculture into the urban environment.

Urban agriculture sprouts in the bay

Katie Chin and Deeksha Raj February 1, 2022

Urban agriculture — the production, marketing and distribution of food in urban and suburban areas — has taken root across the Bay Area. Breathing life into the area’s bustling urban sprawl, community...

Worst Dates: Our worst romantic experiences

Worst Dates: Our worst romantic experiences

Samiya Anwar and Timothy Kim February 1, 2022

Staff members Timothy Kim and Samiya Anwar bring in students to share their worst date experiences as Valentine’s Day draws near.   

On the outside, Super Fake Love Song may seem like just another romantic comedy to stock young adult shelves from acclaimed author David Yoon, but further exploration reveals the hilariously written story of how far a boy in love will go for the girl of his dreams.

Librarians’ picks: Super Fake Love Song

Lina Mezerreg, Staffer February 1, 2022

  On the outside, Super Fake Love Song may seem like just another romantic comedy to stock young adult shelves from acclaimed author David Yoon, but further exploration reveals the hilariously...

Shelving books, checking out devices and providing research resources are all daily responsibilities of Lynbrook librarians Susan Lucas and Amy Ashworth.

Lynbrook’s librarians

Audrey Sun, Staffer February 1, 2022

Shelving books, checking out devices and providing research resources are all daily responsibilities of Lynbrook librarians Susan Lucas and Amy Ashworth. For Lucas and Ashworth, respectively, being a graphic...

After 16 years, Superintendence Bove retires from her position and wishes the best for her successor.

Superintendent Polly Bove retires

Bennie Chang, Editor-in-Chief February 1, 2022

“Superintendent Polly Bove has been, in my time at Lynbrook and FUHSD, the most influential superintendent we’ve had,” Principal Maria Jackson said. “She’ll be very hard to replace, and I’ve...

Students feel unnecessary pressure when parents create unrealistic expectations for college admissions due to comparisons in WeChat groups.

Comparisons in parent WeChat groups are toxic

Nicole Ge, Staffer February 1, 2022

With college decisions in full swing, parents boasting about their child’s accomplishments have once again taken over WeChat groups created to convey class-specific information to Lynbrook parents. These...

FUHSD COVID-19 cases have skyrocketed since the Omicron variant in January.

101 COVID-19 cases since Jan. 3

Amy Liu, Editor-in-Chief February 1, 2022

Since the beginning of the school year, Lynbrook has reported 108 COVID-19 cases, 101 of which occurred on and after Jan. 3. Faced with the surge in COVID-19 cases due to the Omicron variant during the...

As Financial Technician, Boehm manages Lynbrook’s finances, such as cash and checks.

Financial technician Judy Boehm retires Jan. 31

Timothy Kim, Copy Editor February 1, 2022

Whether it be for AP exam registration or reimbursements, students know that they can count on financial technician Judy Boehm to help them manage their finances. After 20 years of working at Lynbrook,...

The boys varsity basketball team celebrates a win against Monta Vista High School.

Boys basketball dominates the court

Catherine Zhou, Design Editor February 1, 2022

As the clock ticked down, the crowd erupted into cheers when the boys varsity basketball team defeated rival Monta Vista on Jan. 29 by eight points. With an overall record of 14-5 and a standing of 6th...

 I’ve long since evolved from the girl watching dramas 24/7, but I’m glad I encountered this hobby and further developed my understanding of my culture.

Embracing my culture through Chinese dramas

Sharlene Chen, Design Editor February 1, 2022

A stereotypical binge-watcher, I once watched an entire TV show during finals week. Unlike most other spree-watchers, I spent my hours on a Chinese drama.  I can’t pinpoint the exact moment Chinese...

Social media enables students to create bonds with peers and communicate with friends, but it can also be a toxic space that enables cyberbullying and increases the volatility of relationships.

Friendships, finstas and FOMO

Anirudh Seshadri and Sophie Au February 1, 2022

A like. A comment. A text.  Social media enables students to create bonds with peers and communicate with friends, but it can also be a toxic space that enables cyberbullying and increases the volatility...