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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

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Jonathan Huang on his plans for the future: "I don't really know what I want to do in my future. I've kind of lived my life by the principle that I want to be happy, and that's pretty much it."

Junior Jonathan Huang: YouTuber, Math Honor Society President and Science Club Vice President

Aileen Xue, Editors-in-Chief March 11, 2020

Although resources such as Khan Academy and Organic Chemistry Tutor have been staples for high school chemistry students for years, junior Jonathan Huang has emerged as an essential guide, with many students...

Pranav Kadiyala on his plans for the future: "I hope to be working in a hospital somehow, preferrably in the VA system."

Senior Pranav Kadiyala: Pre-Med club and Octagon president, track and field member

Ashley Song, Design Editor March 10, 2020

Though many students may not know his name, chances are most students have seen his face around campus. Responsible and driven, senior Pranav Kadiyala can be seen in representing Lynbrook in several ways,...

Derrick Cai on his plans for the future: "I hope in the future I can get a lot of sleep!"

Sophomore Derrick Cai: varsity basketball point guard, debater, and DECA member

Aileen Xue, Editors-in-Chief March 10, 2020

Even after swishing two free throws to give Lynbrook the lead with only 10 seconds left of regulation, sophomore Derrick Cai wasn’t ready to celebrate until he heard the final buzzer, signaling that...

Adeline Ryan on her plans for the future: “I either want to be involved with performing arts or teaching.”

Freshman Adeline spreads positivity

Melissa Chen, Writer March 9, 2020

Freshman Adeline* hasn’t known her classmates for very long, but many have already experienced her positive energy and friendliness. Unlike many Lynbrook students, Adeline did not go to Joaquin Miller...

Abdullah Ashiq on his plans for the future: "I see myself making new friends and engaging in new ways to add to the world around me. I hope to continue to do things I already enjoy, like theatre and refugee work, but also see what else is out there."

Senior Abdullah Ashiq connects with and shows compassion for others

Melissa Chen, Writer March 9, 2020

After some thinking, senior Abdullah Ashiq decided his group of loud, outgoing friends might likely describe him as the “group therapist.” That makes sense. Most of the aspects of Ashiq’s life...

Lynbrook Economics takes on the National Economics Challenge

Sloka Suresh, Writer March 4, 2020

This year, Lynbrook Economics Club will be competing in the National Economics Challenge (NEC), a competition that tests student comprehension of the world economy and microeconomic principles. In the...

Released on Feb. 14, "Purpose" is dedicated to Justin Bieber's wife, Hailey Bieber, as the love-filled lyrics are fitting for its Valentine’s Day release. 

Justin Bieber “Changes” his outlook on sound

Sunny Li, Design Editor February 26, 2020

With his last album, “Purpose,” five years behind him, singer and worldwide sensation Justin Bieber has found a new purpose in his fifth studio album, “Changes.” Released on Feb. 14, the album...

Miko Otoshi, one of Lynbrook’s 2019-20 employees of the year, has served several roles throughout her years at Lynbrook, including has supporting the community by serving on Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), chairing the Job Shadow Program as a parent, working for Lynbrook Instrumental Boosters (LIMB) and joining the Lynbrook staff.

Otoshi celebrated as Employee of the Year

Bennie Chang, Editor-in-Chief February 26, 2020

Behind the backdrop of the band department, STTAR tutoring program and Homework Center is Miko Otoshi, one of Lynbrook’s 2019-20 employees of the year. Throughout her years at Lynbrook, she has supported...

a self-portrait by Katya Tsikina, posted on VSCO

Katya Tsikina catches the eye of VSCO

Katie Chen, Content Editor February 26, 2020

Senior Katya Tsikina has taken the term “VSCO girl” to another level. After sharing her photography skills online for several years, Tsikina’s work has recently been recognized by VSCO, which...

Relive the 2010s with our decade package!

2010s decade recap

February 24, 2020

Remember when TikTok was spelled TiK ToK and it was a song by Ke$ha? Or when you watched six-second videos on Vine and not YouTube? Or when the idea of a hashtag starting a social movement sounded revolutionary?...

Trends through the decade

Trends through the decade

Katie Chen, Content Editor February 24, 2020

Graphic illustration of tortellini with the Italian flag in the background.

Tortellini: pasta of the day

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor February 13, 2020

Pasta. Just the word can make your mouth water. There are so many varieties, each with its own charm: spaghetti, macaroni, ravioli. But today, we are celebrating one specific pasta — tortellini.  Yes,...