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Candidates vie for city, state and national seats in elections
Candidates vie for city, state and national seats in elections
Westgate Costco approved amid community backlash
Westgate Costco approved amid community backlash
The new FUHSD area trustee map will be used for the first time this year as the elections in Trustee Areas 2 and 5 unfold.
Four candidates run in first FUHSD by-area trustee election
Webinar provides parents with guide to alleviating student stress
Webinar provides parents with guide to alleviating student stress
Top left: Lynbrook received a National Blue Ribbon School Award on Sept. 23. Top right: A late-night house fire that broke out in West San Jose on Oct. 17 was fully extinguished by 4 a.m. Bottom left: An overhead shot of Hurricane Milton, which swept Florida on Oct. 7. Bottom right: Cuba's Antonio Gueritas Power Plant failed on Oct. 18, causing widespread collapses of the power grid nationwide.
Campus, community and world events
Students share their perspectives on the 2024 election
Students share their perspectives on the 2024 election
The disconnect between media detoxing and reality
The disconnect between media detoxing and reality
Moving west, east and west again
Moving west, east and west again
Stopping the legacy of inequity in college admissions
Stopping the legacy of inequity in college admissions
Editorial: Initiating safer traffic practices around campus
Editorial: Initiating safer traffic practices around campus
Moving west, east and west again
Moving west, east and west again
Looking back and moving forward
Looking back and moving forward
Touch, taste, sight and smell in a digital world
Touch, taste, sight and smell in a digital world
“What do you want to be when you grow up?”
Atoms or Aristotle?
I thought I wanted to be a romantic — or even a communist — after indulging in the passionate, Marxist-inspired writing of Sally Rooney.
Reading between the lines
Editorial: Initiating safer traffic practices around campus
Editorial: Initiating safer traffic practices around campus
Editorial: Schoolwide phone policy should assist responsible usage
Editorial: Schoolwide phone policy should assist responsible usage
The recent influx of "test flu" has led to absences on test days, disrupting the learning environment and delaying teacher schedules.
Editorial: Fighting the newest outbreak: test flu
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
MEX Magazine strives to make math memorable
MEX Magazine strives to make math memorable
Little Libraries
Little libraries bring communities together, one book at a time
Author Ellie Yang Camp tackles nuances of Asian American identity
Author Ellie Yang Camp tackles nuances of Asian American identity
Flying into junior Jennifer Sahil’s fantasy novel
Flying into junior Jennifer Sahil’s fantasy novel
Aidan Chen’s journey into 3D art and cinematography
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
This is the poster in room 22 of Dilworth Elementary School that sparked controversy over the inclusion of gender identity in elementary school curriculum.
Curriculum Integrity petitions against gender identity in TK classrooms
Lynbrook students and teachers use their hair to strengthen their identity, self-expression and culture, embracing different textures, colors and religious expressions.
Styling personal identity and expression through hair
Rising temperatures in early October have reached record-breaking numbers of 106 degrees Fahrenheit in San José, corresponding to global temperature trends.
Sweltering heat waves make their way through the Bay Area
San Jose and Cupertino have sister city connections around the world, including Dublin, Ireland; Ektarinaberg, Russia; Bhubaneswar, India and Okayama, Japan.
Linking the globe through the sister cities program
During the Korean War, Korean soldiers ate army stew, or “budae jjigae”, featuring Spam and fusing local ingredients with American elements.
How food imperialism has shaped global cuisines
Graphic illustration by Anna Cen and Maddy Chang. Photo by Gary Pan.
The Athetic Senate shines a spotlight on school sports
Photo by Amanda Jin.
Interns shape the future of sports medicine
Graphic illustration by Taek Kim. Used with permission by Selen Turkoz.
Selen Turkoz saddles up for success in equestrian
Graphic illustration by Akash Anand. Photo by Amanda Jin.
Importance of sports fundraisers for community causes
Esther Kwan does a flying kick in her red and gold Kung-Fu uniform. Photo by Crystal Zhu and graphic illustration by Inaaya Yousuf.
Junior Esther Kwan kicks her way to international gold
Graphic Illustration by Rebecca Cai
Coldplay’s “Moon Music” creates memorable soundscapes
Graphic Illustration by Rohan Kakhandi, Isabella Chiu, Yvonne Wu
Exploring Halloween across the globe
Graphic by Meadow Shen
Top 10 Frightful Flicks to binge this Halloween
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/indlunchshow24.
InDesign Lunch Fashion Show 2024
Homecoming: Dance 24-25
Homecoming: Dance 24-25
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
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/indlunchshow24.
InDesign Lunch Fashion Show 2024
Homecoming: Dance 24-25
Homecoming: Dance 24-25
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/epicseniorhoco24.
Homecoming: Senior Skit 24-25
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/epicjuniorhoco24.
Homecoming: Junior Skit 24-25
Homecoming: Sophomore Skit 24-25
Homecoming: Sophomore Skit 24-25
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
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Kavya Iyer, Content Editor

Kavya is currently a senior and a Content Editor for the Epic. Her favorite anything changes on a daily basis because it depends on her mood, making her one of the most indecisive people you will ever meet. She also loves munching on snacks, but her cooking repertoire is currently restricted to cereal and maybe toast if she’s feeling adventurous!

All content by Kavya Iyer
Senior Class of 2021

Senior Class of 2021

Elena Williams, Anusha Kothari, Audrey Wong, Sunny Li, Kavya Iyer, Katie Chen and Rachel Wu
May 27, 2021
With each sentence I write from here on out, I am reminded to cherish every moment, be honest with myself, and appreciate my own individuality — one Oxford comma at a time.

Bittersweet, sentimental, and indispensable: An ode to the Oxford comma

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
May 27, 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
Under the girl boss trope, the rise of some women comes at the expense of others and leaves many separated and behind.

Girl boss stereotype: Empowering or detrimental to gender equality?

Kavya Iyer and Anwen Huang
March 17, 2021
Although at first glance California seems like a Democratic stronghold and a haven for liberals, closer examination reveals a more complex situation.

California’s true nature masked under blue shadows

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
February 3, 2021
From the Beatles to Why Don’t We, boy-bands have consistently been garnering large followings over the years, a trend likely to continue into the future.

Boy-band fever

Kavya Iyer and Sruthi Medepalli
December 9, 2020
Google is the default search engine for all Apple devices.

Google and Apple’s agreement: Does it break antitrust laws?

Sharlene Chen and Kavya Iyer
December 9, 2020
My version of happiness had been superficial and one dimensional, but I’ve come to recognize that genuine happiness can’t exist without an understanding of other emotions as well.

Positivity unmasked

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
November 4, 2020
Due to social distancing protocols, many typical festivities including garba and dandiya have been forced to adapt.

Navratri and Dussehra 2020: Celebration of spirit

Kavya Iyer and Priyanka Anand
November 4, 2020
Online tools: which is the best fix?

Online tools: which is the best fix?

Kavya Iyer and Renee Ge
May 29, 2020
The bloodstains of all those who have lost their lives to the injustice of racism serve as a constant reminder of the inequality in America.

Liberty and justice for all: standing united in the fight for equality

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
May 28, 2020

Work hard, play hard, recover stronger

Dhriti Iyer and Kavya Iyer
March 31, 2020
For writer Mei Corricello, cooking together with her grandmother allows her to feel a stronger connection to her Chinese heritage.

[Photo] Cooking into my culture

February 26, 2020
Graphic illustration of tortellini with the Italian flag in the background.

Tortellini: pasta of the day

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
February 13, 2020

On-campus entrepreneurs pave their own path

Kavya Iyer and Jasmine Hou
January 29, 2020
Communication between students and teachers is imperative to alleviate issues with absences and make up work.

[Photo] Editorial: Communication clears confusion about absence policies

January 29, 2020
Writer Elena Williams shares her thoughs on her dietary choices.

[Photo] I can’t believe I’m not vegan!

December 11, 2019
Ironically, I felt like I was happiest when I was at my “ugliest” because I really didn’t care what others said about me

Physical glowup, mental glowdown

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
December 11, 2019
Writer Ron Aich stands with a confused expression, holding a pile of fast fashion clothes.

[Photo] Being forced into fast fashion

December 11, 2019
This couple was set up on a date and given a choice as to whether they would like to seal the union, unlike a forced marriage, in which the couple does not get time to familiarize themselves with each other and the family is completely in control regarding the decision

Ring at first sight: exploring arranged marriage

Kavya Iyer and Anusha Kothari
November 6, 2019
Writer Elena Williams take on Homecoming

[Photo] Staying home for homecoming

November 6, 2019
Eligibility rates for the California State University system with the new quantitative reasoning requirements are predicted to be lower than current rates.

[Photo] New CSU math requirements threaten equity

November 6, 2019
Homecoming: Sophomore Skit 19-20

Homecoming: Sophomore Skit 19-20

Enzo Cabaltica, Melissa Chen, Kavya Iyer and Sloka Suresh
October 24, 2019

Entering the world of TikTok

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
October 21, 2019
Epic staff tries to become TikTock famous.

Epic staffers try to go viral on TikTok

Ron Aich, Mei Corricello and Kavya Iyer
October 21, 2019
Music Genesis students using a variety of apps, the prominent GarageBand.

New Music Genesis class pushes the boundaries of music education

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
October 2, 2019
"It is hard for me to see this breakdown as anything except an attempt by Disney to conquer yet another production studio."

[Photo] Spider-Man: Homeless

October 2, 2019
FOMO: Are you really missing out?

FOMO: Are you really missing out?

Kavya Iyer and Divya Nelakonda
May 31, 2019
Anti-vaxxers threaten public health

Anti-vaxxers threaten public health

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
March 29, 2019
A look at why people buy into conspiracy theories

A look at why people buy into conspiracy theories

Noela Bae and Kavya Iyer
March 1, 2019
Students and teachers should consider the ethical consequences of dissections, especially regarding animal welfare.

[Photo] Dissections — where to cut the line?

Audrey Wong, Managing Editor
March 1, 2019

Gender equality in religion

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
January 31, 2019

Ready? OK!: Behind the scenes of cheer

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
December 14, 2018
Graphic by Ashley Song

Transfer students integrate into Lynbrook community

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
December 14, 2018
The cheer team performs at the Welcome Back rally

Class of 2022 welcomes students coming to school on the morning of their first Homecoming.

New Class, New Rules: 2022 Class Officers Revealed

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
November 13, 2018

Students face unsafe traffic conditions daily

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
November 9, 2018
Lynbrook Football Plays Marina High School

Lynbrook Football Plays Marina High School

Kavya Iyer, Ashley Song and Arul Gnanasivam
September 28, 2018
Students learn about clubs at Club Info Day

Students learn about clubs at Club Info Day

Enzo Cabaltica, Kavya Iyer, Audrey Wong and Rachel Wu
September 22, 2018
Senior class officers cheer along with the freshmen Class of 2022.

Lynbrook kicks off school year with Comics rally

Kavya Iyer and Patricia Wei
August 31, 2018

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor
March 14, 2018