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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

In the aptly-named “Marvel Zombies,” released by Marvel Studios on Sept. 24, heroes fight and flee from armies of undead.

A tragic, heartfelt bloodbath

Rohan Kakhandiki, Design Editor October 6, 2025

In the aptly-named “Marvel Zombies,” released by Marvel Studios on Sept. 24, heroes fight and flee from armies of undead.  The show follows a zombie apocalypse spreading through the Marvel Cinematic...

Under Lynbrook’s current food delivery policy, students are not allowed to have meals delivered to the school campus or nearby houses from food delivery services. However, an alternative to a completely restrictive ban that allows for both safe and efficient food delivery is worth considering.

Editorial: Lynbrook should revisit food delivery policy

Anna Cen and Isabella Chiu October 6, 2025

After a long morning of classes, lunch is a much-needed break for students. Under Lynbrook’s current food delivery policy, students are not allowed to have meals delivered to the school campus or nearby...

This school year, the varsity football team was temporarily disbanded, leaving Lynbrook with just a JV team. The impact on school culture and other athletic teams is already evident.

Campus life without varsity football

Maddy Chang and Joanna Chen October 6, 2025

The image of high school under Friday Night Lights is iconic: the roar of student cheers, the boom of the marching band’s drums and the shared excitement that transforms an ordinary Friday into something...

Although chatbots may offer quick, convenient responses, they are poor substitutes for therapists and trusted individuals.

AI chatbots create a false sense of connection

Stuti Jain and Ethan Wong October 6, 2025

From doing homework to being a 24/7 companion, artificial intelligence chatbots can no longer be called just tools. Gradually, they are replacing human relationships and connections. Although chatbots...

Californians rally in protest against Trump's immigration policies at the San Francisco Civic Center. Image used with permission by Wikimedia Commons.

Bay Area pushes back against presidential policy

Ashley Hein and David Zhu October 6, 2025

Santa Clara County schools hope to protect immigrant students from Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity on campus with Assembly Bill 49, which prevents federal immigration agents from entering...

The Monta Vista-Lynbrook marching band merge arose from a member shortage, with students working to blend differences in campus cultures for their first joint season this school year.

Merging melodies with the Monta Vista-Lynbrook marching band

Eunice Leung, Staffer October 6, 2025

Icebreakers filled the first day of Band Camp on Aug. 4, marking the official start of the merge between Lynbrook and Monta Vista High School’s marching bands. The merge arose from a member shortage....

This school year, Lynbrook introduced a girls flag football team to the fall sports roster.

Girls flag football kicks off the fall season

Audrey Cabaltica, Staffer October 6, 2025

Players race down the football field, black flags flapping at their waists, as girls flag football coach Sosa Leydy cheers from the sidelines. This school year, Lynbrook introduced a girls flag football...

Vicky the Viking strikes a pose at the first student section of the 2025-26 school year, themed "Red Out."

Vicky the Viking brings campus diversity

Amy Yuan, Staffer October 6, 2025

Vicky the Viking was introduced during Welcome Back Rally. Changes were made to the Victor costume to make the Vicky costume. Students appreciate the addition of Vicky. Victoria...

Catherine Yang finds the value in being 'alright" at many talents.

Being alright with being “alright”

Catherine Yang, Staffer October 6, 2025

“You’re really good for your first try,” the girl in my neighborhood offering art lessons commented after I showed her the rose I drew. “You’re really good for your first try,” the lady selling...

As a kid rides a bike down the hill, their dad trails closely behind.

Local movement advocates for Calabazas

Claire Guo, Managing Editor October 6, 2025

A community-driven movement garnered support from the City of San José in July, receiving over $100,000 in funds to renovate the BMX course at Calabazas park After 18 years of serving the Cupertino...

As college application season rolls around, the question of how CollegeBoard managed to have such a chokehold on the American education system is once again on the rise.

How the College Board took over American education

Alex Cotterel and Crystal Zhu October 6, 2025

Since its preliminary formation in 1899 as the College Entrance Examination Board, the College Board has taken a crucial role in American education. Its creations, the SAT and AP, now attract...

As the season progresses, David and Abigail Leder look to overcome difficulties with collective effort.

Father-daughter dynamic duo makes a splash in water polo

Vanessa Yap, Staffer October 6, 2025

Junior Abigail Leder slices forward in the water, palms smacking the ball and intercepting yet another goal. On the side of the pool, coach David Leder shouts directions, watching as his daughter passes...