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Panelists discussed how they're shaping district level policies to focus on how AI can be used to supplement rather than replace human creativity and critical thinking.
AAPA conference explores AI use in local schools
Campus, community and world events
Campus, community and world events
The doll-themed haunted house featured eerie music and dark lighting, creating an intense and scary atmosphere.
ASB Social and drama department launch new haunted house
Public Art Club president Yuyao Wen, right, hands Principal Janice Chen, left, their personalized gift that was the result of months worth of planning and work from their club.
PAC presents Principal Chen with handcrafted welcome
Protestors at the Sunnyvale event held up signs and flags as they marched through the streets, smiling.
‘No Kings’ movement takes to San José and Sunnyvale streets
NIMBYism is the brick wall blocking affordable housing from being built in California. Saying "yes" in our backyards is the necessary step in breaking it down.
Residents should say “yes” in our backyard
Audrey Cabaltica is proud to be Filipino, despite the lack of representation she's seen of her culture.
The silence of being Filipino
While the performative male movement encourages men to engage in stereotypically feminine interests, its overuse shames men who aren't being inauthentic.
The problem with performative males
The influx of clubs demands a redesign to the approval process.
Editorial: Reforming the club application process
Audrey Cabaltica is proud to be Filipino, despite the lack of representation she's seen of her culture.
The silence of being Filipino
Audrey Cabaltica is proud to be Filipino, despite the lack of representation she's seen of her culture.
The silence of being Filipino
Audrey Cabaltica is proud to be Filipino, despite the lack of representation she's seen of her culture.
The silence of being Filipino
Catherine Yang finds the value in being 'alright" at many talents.
Being alright with being “alright”
2024-25 Senior Columns
2024-25 Senior Columns
It’s September 11, 2018.
My hijab & I
The influx of clubs demands a redesign to the approval process.
Editorial: Reforming the club application process
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
With legal immigration pathways narrowing and deportations without due process rising nationwide, it has become more important than ever for students and school communities to be educated on their rights and protections. Photo by Qianzi Loo. Graphic illustration by Maddy Chang
Editorial: Building safety and awareness around student immigrant rights
Lack of awareness around the prevalence of digital misinformation affects students in the digital age. To combat these concerns, student engagement in media literacy and responsible journalism should be prioritized within schools.
Editorial: Media literacy in and out of FUHSD classrooms
Students actively engage in discussions and group activities in their Ethnic Studies class.
Editorial: Federal education cuts threaten ethnic studies programs
Rhea Susarla, left, and Mekhla Godbole, right, feature various entrepreneurial voices through their respective podcasts. Photo used with permission from Rhea Susarla.
Teen podcasters spotlight entrepreneurial voices
Sharika Dipu shares tips to promote digital wellness through Lotus Focus. Photos used with permission from Sharika Dipu.
Sharika Dipu brings digital health into bloom with Lotus Focus
Kevin Zhang, Aiden Levit, Katie Nagareda and Tyler Nagareda wear their clothing and hold up one of their designs depicting Mount Fuji.
KALIBAY’s clothing mixes creativity with culture
Andrew Wu shows appreciation for nature through fishing and caring for his chickens. Photos used with permission from Andrew Wu.
From Andrew Wu, with love and chickens
(left) Yuvraj Gill receives recognition for his work promoting table tennis in Zimbabwe. (right) Yuvraj Gill collaborates with the Viking Buddies Club to organize a table tennis activity for students. Photos used with permission by Yuvraj Gill.
TableZen connects globally through table tennis
Photos by Akash Anand. Graphic illustration by Isabella Chiu.
Sophia Zhang channels emotion through writing
Photos by Rachel Martin. Graphic illustration by Isabella Chiu.
Aarush Channapragada builds his way to business success
Sruthi Chetput keeps tradition in motion
Sruthi Chetput keeps tradition in motion
Vishnu Sankaran joins inclusivity and sports
Vishnu Sankaran joins inclusivity and sports
Hrithikesh Kotha challenges himself through music
Hrithikesh Kotha challenges himself through music
Alfred Nobel woke up to his own obituary in 1888. A French newspaper had mistakenly reported the Swedish chemist’s death, branding him the “merchant of death” for inventing dynamite.
Tracing the path to the Nobel Peace Prize
Over the last four weeks, 750,000 federal workers across the nation have received notices barring them from work and pay, federal museums and national landmarks have closed their doors to the public and thousands of flights have been delayed.
Investigating government shutdowns and their impact
Silicon Valley tech companies are receiving billions of dollars through contracts with the United States Department of War to make AI weapons.
AI codes the future of our military
Following the evolving story of Hispanic History Month and how these celebrations grew, shifted and became nationally recognized.
Exploring Hispanic History Month’s evolving legacy
Passports have become indicators of one's geopolitical worth, with each nation's passport granting or denying access to a number of countries.
Power and privilege in the palm of your hand
Stanley Tan pushes through the challenges of injuries and coaching, pursing his love of figure skating.
Stanley Tan leads in skates on the ice
The NFL has been rushing to build a global fanbase without properly considering both domestic and foreign audiences.
The NFL is taking the wrong approach to globalization
Ethan Chen builds strength through months of calisthenics training, unlocking a sense of control and pride.
Ethan Chen builds strength from the ground up
Student athletes use the new velocity training program to optimize workouts.
Velocity training program introduced for PE and athletes
Trevor Tsoi sharing his passion for breakdancing through teaching students.
Trevor Tsoi breaks boundaries through breakdancing
On Oct. 17, Kevin Parker — the mind behind Tame Impala — released his latest album, “Deadbeat.”
Tame Impala’s Deadbeat beats expectations
Every October, Halloween brings a wave of creativity to schools, neighborhoods and social media feeds.
A spooky stroll through Halloween costume history
Released on Oct. 10, the futuristic action movie “Tron: Ares” flips the premise of its predecessors.
Tron: Ares explores humanity through technology
Released right in time for Halloween on Oct. 18, Black Phone 2 is presented as a sequel to the haunting Black Phone.
Black Phone 2 continues the story but not the terror
Taylor Swift's album success is coupled with an embrace of consumerism. Photo used from Paolo V./Wikimedia Commons.
With Taylor Swift, emotional loyalty has a price tag
Tug, not tackle: Students and staff on girls flag football in Viking athletics
Tug, not tackle: Students and staff on girls flag football in Viking athletics
Approaching 60 years of history: Lynbrook back in the day
Approaching 60 years of history: Lynbrook back in the day
Nostalgic memories, since 2010
Nostalgic memories, since 2010
Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
Vertigo and La Pluma Open Mic
Students gathered in the parking lot on March 29 for ASB's first school-sanctioned celebration of Holi.
Adding a little color with Holi
Brain Rot
Brain Rot
Nostalgia
Nostalgia
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/indlunchshow25.
InDesign Lunch Fashion Show 2025
Homecoming: Dance 25-26
Homecoming: Dance 25-26
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/hocogame26.
Homecoming: Football Game 25-26
Homecoming: Rally 25-26
Homecoming: Rally 25-26
Homecoming: Senior Skit 25-26
Homecoming: Senior Skit 25-26
Recreating brunch foods
Recreating brunch foods
33 Questions with Dr. Chen
33 Questions with Dr. Chen
Behind the live performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (ft. Studio 74 and Lynbrook music department)
Behind the live performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ (ft. Studio 74 and Lynbrook music department)
Unwrapping holiday memories
Plucking heartstrings with Lynbrook students’ favorite love songs
Epic staffers Amanda Jin and Irene Hwang give their opinions on the 2025 Oscars nominations. Graphic illustrations by Olivia Tu.
From Anora to Emilia Perez: Our opinions on the 2025 Oscars
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
Crossword Oct. 6, Issue 1
The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic
The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic
Akash Anand

Akash Anand, Web Editor

(he/him) Akash is a senior and one of the web editors this year. In his free time, he loves to listen to music, play with his dog and go for runs. At Lynbrook, he participates in Cross Country and Track & Field.

All content by Akash Anand
Released on Oct. 10, the futuristic action movie “Tron: Ares” flips the premise of its predecessors.

Tron: Ares explores humanity through technology

Akash Anand, Web Editor
November 3, 2025
Photos by Akash Anand. Graphic illustration by Isabella Chiu.

Sophia Zhang channels emotion through writing

Akash Anand, Web Editor
November 2, 2025
Following the evolving story of Hispanic History Month and how these celebrations grew, shifted and became nationally recognized.

Exploring Hispanic History Month’s evolving legacy

Akash Anand and Cecilia Wu
October 6, 2025
Welcome Back Rally 2025

Welcome Back Rally 2025

Akash Anand and David Dai
August 31, 2025
Former Monta Vista High School assistant principal Janice Chen took office as the new principal on July 1 following former principal Maria Jackson’s retirement.

New principal Janice Chen prepares for her Viking journey

Akash Anand, Emily Cheah, Rachel Martin and Crystal Zhu
August 22, 2025
Notable events include Cardiomed Club's annual dissection hosted in collaboration with Surgery Interest Club, the Cupertino Whole Foods shutting down due to a rat infestation, Harvard sueing the Trump Administration and the new pope, Pope Leo XIV. Top left: photo used with permission from Ilan Garcia. Top right: photo used with permission from Wikimedia Commons. Bottom left: Photo used with permission from Wikimedia Commons. Bottom right: Photo used with permission from Wikimedia Commons.

Campus, community and world events

Akash Anand, Web Editor
May 19, 2025
In the past, Hollywood has produced a number of films that contain stereotypical depictions of marginalized communities. Recently, the rise of movies produced by Asian American and Pacific Islander creators has combated such stereotypes in the movie industry. May celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month — an apt time to explore various films that convey Asian heritage.

Exploring culture through film for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Akash Anand and Kieran Hau
May 19, 2025
Athletes, from high school and college, are able to use their popularity and skill for profit through different sponsorships. Graphic Illustration by Amanda Jin.

Name, image and likeness are reshaping the culture of athletics

Akash Anand, Web Editor
April 28, 2025
Superheroes have been at the forefront of pop culture since the 1940s. Characters often symbolized American ideals like patriotism, even exploring themes of racial identity and discrimination. A closer look into the pages of many comic books reveal that the greatest superheroes represent more than heroics; they stand for radical social change, political commentary and themes of classism, racism and xenophobia.

Superheroes go past the pages and into history

Rohan Kakhandiki and Akash Anand
March 24, 2025
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/2025silsilayfashionshow.

Silsilay Fashion Show 2025

Akash Anand and Jenny Suh
March 9, 2025
Billionaires are playing an increasingly larger role in shaping American politics, stemming from their high-value contributions to political campaigns.

Wealth generates the American Oligarchy

David Zhu and Akash Anand
March 3, 2025
Due to climate change, natural disasters in California are becoming more frequent and severe.

Five years of natural disasters close to home

Erin Fitzpatrick and Akash Anand
February 3, 2025
Comparing different worldwide Christmas traditions

A glimpse into holiday traditions across the world

Jenny Suh and Akash Anand
January 31, 2025

Chloe Chung strengthens connections through vinyl

Akash Anand, Web Editor
November 6, 2024
Students share their perspectives on the 2024 election

Students share their perspectives on the 2024 election

Akash Anand, Web Editor
November 4, 2024
Members of Lynbrook's cricket team, the Vipers, line up for a group photo. Photo by Akash Anand and Angelina Feng.

The Vipers hit sixes and spark the growth of local cricket

Akash Anand and Angelina Feng
October 7, 2024
Tug, not tackle: Students and staff on girls flag football in Viking athletics

Tug, not tackle: Students and staff on girls flag football in Viking athletics

Vidushi Upadhyay, Olivia Yuan, Charlotte Bolay, Akash Anand and Rebecca Cai
September 13, 2024