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Top image: Members of the Speech and Debate team pose in front of a banner at the Ketucky LEX airport that reads University of Kentucky, the venue of the Tournament of Champions national tournament. (Left to Right, Front to Back: Rebecca Cai, Rucha Kore, Nina Pan, Vansh Mathur, Aadharsh Rajkumar, Anish Bhethanabotla, Rohan Patel, Sagar Bhatia, Michael Harris, Aadi Loonawat, Vihaan Patel, Om Modi, Bolang Zhu, Rohin Saharoy) bottom image: Members of the Public Forum debate team pose in front of the Funkhouser building at the Univesity of Kentucky (Left to Right, Front to Back: Nina Pan, Rohan Patel, Anish Bethanabotla, Aadharsh Rajkumar, Aadi Loonawat, Vihaan Patel, Sagar Bhatia, Rohin Saharoy). Used with permission from Nina Pan.
Thirteen Speech and Debate members compete in national tournament
The seated program featured a performance from the Lynbrook Drama Department and guest speakers from National Geographic. Organizations and students also educated attendees on various efforts. As they exited the event, attendees were able to sign a banner with personal environmental resolutions.
FUHSD Climate Collective hosts first Earth Day event
Equity Task Force logo.
Equity Task Force speaker event sheds light on non-STEM jobs
Team A takes poses before winning the final round of the Santa Clara County competition against Prospect High School, which allowed them to qualify for the Teach Democracy CRF Mock Trial state competition. Photo used with permission from Mark Shem
Mock Trial team competes at CRF California Competition
Volunteers pick up recycled paper weekly from different classrooms and collect them in a larger bin by the basketball courts.
FUHSD implements new recycling program across schools
In Mark Twains book The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the use of the racial slurs accurately depicts the time period the book was set in.
Controversial writing communicates powerful messages
At the FUHSD Earth Day Event, students taught one another about environmental and health literacy and emphasized campus sustainability.
Editorial: Campus sustainability should not stop with students
Through Weekend Writings, Eileen slowly became more fluent in English and found a new method to express herself.
Expressing myself through pen and paper
Paywalls prevent many people from being able to access accurate and important information.
The detriments of locking truth behind paywalls
The growing controversy of consumer boycotts has caused many debates on whether or not these practices are actually effective.
Are consumer boycotts actually effective?
Through Weekend Writings, Eileen slowly became more fluent in English and found a new method to express herself.
Expressing myself through pen and paper
Despite only beginning photography recently, Qianzi Loo uses it as a form of self expression.
A world through another lens
Through the lessons that her grandfather taught her while walking with her to school, Daeun developed a passion for math and incorporated her grandfathers teachings when tutoring her own students.
What mentorship means to me
Through tutoring refugees, Taek became more open-minded and could better relate to other people.
Tutoring cures my indifference
In high school, Olivia worked hard to improve her Mandarin skills, which led her back to her Chinese roots.
Rediscovering fluency
At the FUHSD Earth Day Event, students taught one another about environmental and health literacy and emphasized campus sustainability.
Editorial: Campus sustainability should not stop with students
When making decisions, there are many factors that class officers may consider that other students may not realize.
Editorial: The importance of empathy for class officers
Lynbrooks support and promotion for programs such as the Job Shadow helps students explore more unconventional career paths.
Editorial: Encouraging the exploration of post-secondary pathways
Out of the options presented at the board meeting, the district should choose to pursue the second option: phasing out one world language class from each FUHSD school besides Lynbrook and Homestead High School.
Editorial: District should preserve world language classes
While there are no solid plans set in stone yet, its important for the district to look more into alternatives before making a final decision.
Editorial: District should consider alternatives to turf
Aaditya Jain strides in unison with his fellow state DECA officers. Photo used with permission from Aaditya Jain.
Aaditya Jain’s journey to DECA state leadership
Juniors Rashana Dandamudi and Inaaya Yousef blend engaging illustration and narrative to craft a story they hope children will love. Graphic illustration used with permission from Rachana Randamudi.
Juniors foster fantastic tales through Circus of Dreams
Phoebe Tang pursues engineering passions with Funky Monkeys robotics team
Phoebe Tang pursues engineering passions with Funky Monkeys robotics team
Graphic illustration by Chelsea Lee. (Olivia Yuan)
Communities built out of books
Switching their mics on, Lynbrook podcasters sit down to open discussions about everything from psychology to immunology. Photo used with permission from Himani Kunjal.
Lynbrook podcasters share stories and insight
Phoebe Tang pursues engineering passions with Funky Monkeys robotics team
Phoebe Tang pursues engineering passions with Funky Monkeys robotics team
Graphic illustration by Chelsea Lee. (Olivia Yuan)
Communities built out of books
Graphic illustration by Chelsea Lee. (David Zhu)
Xara Aman’s journey of growth
Graphic illustration by Chelsea Lee. (Yvonne Wu)
Building resilience through basketball
Graphic illustration by Chelsea Lee.
Building passions with Manav Choudhary
Lockdown nostalgia consists of a longing for memories, habits and emotions experienced during the pandemic, usually in its early stages.
A walk down lockdown lane: quarantine memories
Nostalgia offers the opportunity to relive the past, yet the concept and acceptance of nostalgia has shiften throughout the years.
Nostalgia’s journey from disorder to emotion
Although genocide does not have a singular definition, the crime can be broken down into eight different stages: classification, symbolization, dehumanization, organization, polarization, preparation, extermination and denial.
Genocide is not a thing of the past: Recognizing it in modern day
As much as nostalgia is a psychological feeling, its triggers can be traced back to neuroscientific explanations and can serve additional benefits beyond momentary happiness.
Explaining the scientific phenomenon of nostalgia
A. CGI was frst introduced in the 1958 live-action flm, “Vertigo,” in the opening sequence animation. John Whitney, a pioneer of the age, experimented to bring about a feeling of vertigo. B. In 1986 “Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home” introduced novel concepts like the digital morphing of face. CGI was quickly becoming an indispensable and increasingly popular tool for directors and flmmakers. C. In 1999, “The Matrix” made a breakthrough in CGI. With multiple cameras, flm directors Katsuhiro Otomo and Yuen Woo-ping created the famous airborne fght scenes and bullet-dodging slow-motion shots. D. “Dune 2” was lauded for its fght scenes and the fact that it was almost impossible to tell what was and wasn’t CGI, with the general public praising the seamless integration of the special efects.
The digital frontier of Computer Generated Images
With hopes of continuing field hockey beyond her high school career, senior Halie Yung has committed to Smith College.
Halie Yung strikes her line into Smith College
Through various methods both in and out of the game, there are many methods in which the sports industry can and have been working toward a greener world.
How sustainability is shaping the future of sports
Dedicated to both academics and their sport, many student athletes juggle school work and practice daily, often sacrificing time with friends or sleep — and as a result, face burnout.
Running on empty: The consequences of burnout
High school sports associations should allow referees to review footage during and after games.
Video challenges could improve high school sports
Senior Adarsh Iyer has committed to Massachusetts Institute of Technology for cross country and track and field, continuing his running journey at their top-ranked Division III program.
Adarsh Iyer runs the distance to MIT
“Monkey Man” is truly an exceptional vision that has come to life and testimony to Dev Patel’s deserved distinction as both an actor and director.
Dev Patel’s Monkey Man raises the standard for action cinema
Studio 74’s performance captured the hearts of its viewers, many of whom were entranced by the touching and reflective enactment of the true crime. Photo used with permission from Alex Giaquinta. Graphic illustration by Deeksha Raj.
Studio 74 performers bring ‘the Laramie Project’ to life
Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
Students gathered in the parking lot on March 29 for ASBs first school-sanctioned celebration of Holi.
Adding a little color with Holi
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/spromfashionshow.
Senior Prom Fashion Show
Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
Students gathered in the parking lot on March 29 for ASBs first school-sanctioned celebration of Holi.
Adding a little color with Holi
Being firefighters, since 1986
Being firefighters, since 1986
LHS AISA presents Silsilay 2024
LHS AISA presents Silsilay 2024
From Chicago Rummy to Final Fantasy XIV, students and teachers reflect on how their experiences with games have been impactful in creating meaningful memories.
Game memories, since 1965
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/spromfashionshow.
Senior Prom Fashion Show
Farewell Rally 2024: the End of an Era
Farewell Rally 2024: the End of an Era
Junior Prom 2024: An Aurorean Dream
Junior Prom 2024: An Aurorean Dream
LHS AISA presents Silsilay 2024
LHS AISA presents Silsilay 2024
2024 Underclassmen Showdown Rally
2024 Underclassmen Showdown Rally
Women who inspire Lynbrook
Women who inspire Lynbrook
Being firefighters, since 1986
Being firefighters, since 1986
Graphic illustration by Gray Pan.
Freshmen and Sophomores battle in the first ever Underclassmen Showdown
Graphic illustration by Yvonne Wu.
What is love?
Celebrating the year of the dragon: Lunar New Year 2024
Celebrating the year of the dragon: Lunar New Year 2024
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
the Epic’s predictions for Super Bowl LVII
the Epic’s predictions for Super Bowl LVII
The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic
The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic
Winter Rally 2022: Blockbuster

Winter Rally 2022: Blockbuster

Crystal Qian, Catherine Zhou and Deeksha Raj • January 29, 2022

Held in the football stadium for the first time, the Winter Rally capped off an eventful Blockbuster Spirit Week replete with doppelgangers and Broadway celebrities. The freshmen set the scene with an...

19 going on 30: Reviewing Adeles new album

19 going on 30: Reviewing Adele’s new album

Catherine Zhou and Sophie Au • January 11, 2022

Staffers Catherine Zhou and Sophie Au review Adele's newest album "30", released on Nov. 19, 2021.

To celebrate the holiday season, Starbucks released six festive drinks, each served with unique flavors: Peppermint Mocha, Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino, Chestnut Praline Latte, Caramel Brulée Latte and Irish Cream Cold Brew.

Jumping into the holiday season with festive Starbucks drinks

Tanika Anbu, Staffer • December 7, 2021

To celebrate the holiday season, Starbucks released six festive drinks, each served with unique flavors: Peppermint Mocha, Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino,...

Craft Faire 2021

Craft Faire 2021

Crystal Qian, Copy Editor • November 20, 2021

Marking the beginning of the holiday season, the 42nd annual Craft Faire featured more than 100 vendors selling hand-crafted items ranging from jewelry to Christmas decor. Hosted by Lynbrook Instrumental...

Epic staffers arm wrestle Lynbrook students

Epic staffers arm wrestle Lynbrook students

Timothy Kim and Lauren Liu • November 9, 2021

Timothy Kim and Lauren Liu challenge various students across campus to arm wrestling competitions in a "man on the street" style vlog.

Epic staffers try special effects makeup

Epic staffers try special effects makeup

Chelsea Lee, Anwen Huang and Neha Ayyer • November 9, 2021

the Epic staffers Anwen Huang, Neha Ayyer and Chelsea Lee try the art of special effects makeup to get into the Halloween spirit.

Epic staffers try pumpkin carving

Epic staffers try pumpkin carving

Timothy Kim, Samyukta Sarma and Anushka Anand • November 9, 2021

Epic staffers Timothy Kim, Samyukta Sarma, and Anushka Anand bring out the spooky spirit of Halloween by carving pumpkins.

Lynbrook athletes try switching sports for a day - ft. girls basketball and volleyball

Lynbrook athletes try switching sports for a day – ft. girls basketball and volleyball

Nicole Ge and Audrey Sun • November 9, 2021

Lynbrook's girls basketball and volleyball teams swap sports for a day, teaching each other fundamental skills and ending in a scrimmage.

Epic staffer reviews epic energy drinks

Epic staffer reviews epic energy drinks

Ria Phelan, Business/PR Manager • November 9, 2021

Epic staffer Ria Phelan reviews a variety of popular energy drinks, including Bang, Redbull and Yerba Mate, judging them on the basis of longevity, sleeplessness and overall energy!  

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Viking athletics kicks off a new year of competition

Sharlene Chen and Lillian Fu • November 2, 2021

A spotlight on staff college stories

Jason Shan, Web Editor • October 23, 2021

Homecoming: Football Game 21-22

Homecoming: Football Game 21-22

Jasmine Rihal, Emma Cionca and Neha Ayyer • October 7, 2021

Over a sea of cheers and chants, varsity football won their Homecoming game against Monta Vista 40-13 on Friday, Oct. 8. This game marks the first time Lynbrook has won a Homecoming game since 2013. During...

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