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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic

Lynbrook welcomes six new teachers on campus during the 2021-22 school year.

Meet the new teachers at Lynbrook during the 2021-22 school year

Anushka Anand and Deeksha Raj October 6, 2021

Lynbrook welcomes six new staff members for the 2021-22 school year, and they are prepared to kickstart a new school year after remote learning during the 2020-21 school year. Ranging from History to Chinese,...

Drake and Kanye's long rivalry has come into picture with the releases of Certified Lover Boy and Donda.

Certified Lover Boy versus Donda: Lineup of the year

Tanika Anbu and Samiya Anwar October 6, 2021

Drake and Kanye West, 10-year-old rivals started off on the wrong foot when Kanye allegedly removed Drake’s verse in his song “All of the Lights.” Their feud reignited this year when both artists...

Staffer Bennie Chang holds up a mini American flag, symbolizing his love for politics.

Polled into politics

Bennie Chang, Editor-in-Chief October 6, 2021

At the beach, showers of silky sand and armies of sculptured cliffs have allured adventurers, swimmers and casual water waders for centuries. The breeze of savory oceans and goose-bumped skins are almost...

Marvel’s “Shang-Chi” follows the tale of martial-arts master Shang-Chi and is a thrilling journey of action and graphics.

“Shang-Chi” punches its way into cinematic history

Anwen Huang, In-Depth Editor October 6, 2021

With thrilling graphics and an action-packed plot, Marvel’s latest superhero installment, “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” breaks crucial barriers in representation for people of color...

Ni uses his passion for coding to connect with new people and positively impact the community.

Oliver Ni contributes to his community through coding

Katie Chin, Copy Editor October 6, 2021

While the Lynbrook app is an essential element of the school’s community, many may not know its origins. The creation of the app was spearheaded by senior Oliver Ni, who pursues all things computer science,...

Assistant Principal Yukari Salazar greets students with a bright smile on freshman Viking Day.

A new smile on campus: Lynbrook welcomes Assistant Principal Yukari Salazar

Samiya Anwar, Catherine Zhou and Katie Chin August 24, 2021

As Lynbrook students walk onto campus, they are greeted by a smile belonging to Assistant Principal Yukari Salazar, new to Lynbrook this year. With dyed purple hair and an office filled with snacks for...

Class of 2005 alumnus Spencer Trinwith is a rising actor and director who has appeared in works such as “Law & Order” and “Wonder Woman: 1984.”

Alumnus Spencer Trinwith: Lynbrook drama to Hollywood talent

Anusha Kothari, Editor-in-Chief May 27, 2021

“Law & Order,” “Wonder Woman: 1984” and “King of K Street” are just a few of the works Class of 2005 alumnus Spencer Trinwith has lent his creative talents to as a rising actor and director....

In addition to his coaching duties, Coach Jake White, who had a long career as a runner himself, often shares light-hearted stories of his experiences with his track and cross country runners.

Tracking Coach Jake’s long running and coaching career

Melissa Chen, Writer May 26, 2021

A gray van parked near the Lynbrook track is a familiar sight on a typical afternoon in the fall and spring. Those not involved in cross country and track and field may not know the van belongs to Coach...

A guide to picnicking

Stella Huang, Photo Editor May 26, 2021

After a grueling four years of balancing her musical and educational pursuits, Grace Huh commits to Columbia-Juilliard program. (Photo by Carlin Ma. 
Graphic Illustration by Kavya Iyer.)

A note-worthy accomplishment: Senior Grace Huh commits to Columbia-Juilliard program

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor May 22, 2021

As the orchestra’s tuning winds down, senior Grace Huh makes her entrance onto the stage to the accompaniment of applause and takes a bow — marking the beginning of her solo performance. She then gracefully...

Mr. Pakaluk’s band class practices in the cabana. (Photo used with permission of Richard Chiu.  Graphic illustration by Anwen Huang.)

String lights, fake grass and a cabana: Lynbrook band’s new home

Anwen Huang, In-Depth Editor May 18, 2021

Walking across campus, Lynbrook students attending school in person may come across a peculiar sight: palm trees, grass streamers and tents lining a side of the quad. Known to band students as the “band...

Ronald Sit pursues his interests in art and film throughout high school.

Down the rabbit hole: Ronald Sit’s pursuits in art and film

Lillian Fu, Design Editor April 21, 2021

Whether it be inking an original piece or directing a scene, junior Ronald Sit’s high school experience is defined by his creative explorations. As a young artist, Sit runs an art Instagram account where...