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FUHSD schools face new realities as enrollment declines
Several wings have been blocked off by fences in the last few years as they underwent construction.
Construction updates in the 2025-26 school year
The new Voyager campus includes several therapy, speech, behavior and multi-use classrooms, as well as an outdoor courtyard.
Voyager program upgrades facilities at new Lynbrook building
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
National Honors Society members test knowledge on Japanase language, cultural traditions, history and society in 33rd National Japan Bowl held in Washington D.C. Photos used with permission from Japan-America Society of Washington D.C. and Japanese Honors Society.
Japan Bowl teams achieve best performance in Lynbrook history
2024-25 Senior Columns
2024-25 Senior Columns
It’s September 11, 2018.
My hijab & I
One thousand. The biblical number of prosperity, the number of years in a millennium, and the number that signifies a remarkable milestone.
A fresh sheet of square paper
Just past midnight, my house is deafeningly quiet.
On soup and stories
Shakespeare’s “Sonnet 73,” one out of the 154 the Bard published in 1609, deals with themes of love and aging, yet one word of this sonnet in particular catches my eye. Graphic illustrations by by Gary Pan, Qianzi Loo, Alyssa Wang and Vidushi Upadhyay.
As after sunset fadeth in the west
2024-25 Senior Columns
2024-25 Senior Columns
It’s September 11, 2018.
My hijab & I
One thousand. The biblical number of prosperity, the number of years in a millennium, and the number that signifies a remarkable milestone.
A fresh sheet of square paper
Just past midnight, my house is deafeningly quiet.
On soup and stories
Shakespeare’s “Sonnet 73,” one out of the 154 the Bard published in 1609, deals with themes of love and aging, yet one word of this sonnet in particular catches my eye. Graphic illustrations by by Gary Pan, Qianzi Loo, Alyssa Wang and Vidushi Upadhyay.
As after sunset fadeth in the west
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
In a district wide effort to address student mental health issues, Lynbrook plans to launch a future mental wellness center, preceded by a monthly prototype launching in May.
Future wellness center is a step toward aiding student mental health
Student petitions are an important way of bringing attention to school issues, but the line between serious and counterproductive petitions must be drawn. Graphic illustration by Charlotte Bolay and Crystal Zhu
Editorial: The power of petitions in student advocacy
Senior Harvy Chang and his team break the Guinness World Record for fastest BART speedrun at Berryessa/North San Jose Station on July 6, completing it in 5 hours, 43 minutes and 10 seconds. Used with permission from Harvy Chang.
Harvy Chang takes to the railroads of BART
Popular boba chain HeyTea opened a new branch at Cupertino Main Street. Many customers commend this shop for its authentic tea with unique flavors.
Cupertino says ‘Hey!’ to new HeyTea location
Truly Fresh, a nonprofit started by junior Xara Aman, targets produce waste by collecting excessive fruits in neighborhoods around the Bay Area, and donates them to West Valley Community services.
TrulyFresh offers fresh solutions to food waste in homes
Assistant Principal Kimberlee Morgan is seated at her desk in the office. She takes on the responsibilities of counseling and student services.
Kimberlee Morgan trades the classroom for the office
Sruthi Chetput keeps tradition in motion
Sruthi Chetput keeps tradition in motion
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
Photos by Lilly Wu. (Lilly Wu)Graphic illustration by Claire Guo. (Claire Guo)
Claire Hsu bakes it up
Jayden Yang makes waves through water polo
Whether through panic-buying or an uptick in lipstick sales, the American shopping cart can reveal much about the state of our economy during economic hardship. Photos used with permission under Creative Commons license.
Tracking consumer and marketing changes over the recessions
Catholicism, one of the largest branches of Christianity, remains one of the most influential religions in the U.S. today. It has impacted on schools, healthcare, policies and national traditions.
Catholicism intersects with American culture
Aside from the hefty expense of a seat, space tourism also comes with another astronomical price tag: environmental sustainability.
The environmental price of reaching for the stars
San José and the larger San Francisco Bay Area are home to a variety of native species such as the California poppy, owl’s clover and lupine.
The Bay Area’s complex web of native and invasive wildlife
The three branches of government within the Constitution — the judicial, executive and legislative — were crafted to avoid a crisis in the system of checks and balances that prevents one branch from overpowering another.
The possibility of a constitutional crisis in our perfect union
Through personal growth, perseverance and prioritizing their overall health, students have built stronger teams and become stronger individuals. Graphic illlustration by Anna Cen.
Student athletes persevere through injuries, bad weather and stress
Coaches and students play basketball with Zone 6. Photos used with permission from Zone 6. Graphic illustration by Anna Cen.
Zone 6 coaches confidence one drill at a time
Anika Khanna at the 2025 Gator Cup. Michael and Michele Myers practicing. Photos used with permission from USA Archery and Michael and Michele Myers. Graphic illustration by Anna Cen.
Anika Khanna, Michael Myers and Michele Myers find their next target
Track athletes from different high schools leap over hurdles while bounding toward the finish line. Photo by Akash Anand. Graphic illustration by Anna Cen
Setting track athletes up for success
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
FUHSD schools face new realities as enrollment declines
Several wings have been blocked off by fences in the last few years as they underwent construction.
Construction updates in the 2025-26 school year
Senior Harvy Chang and his team break the Guinness World Record for fastest BART speedrun at Berryessa/North San Jose Station on July 6, completing it in 5 hours, 43 minutes and 10 seconds. Used with permission from Harvy Chang.
Harvy Chang takes to the railroads of BART
The new Voyager campus includes several therapy, speech, behavior and multi-use classrooms, as well as an outdoor courtyard.
Voyager program upgrades facilities at new Lynbrook building
Meet the Freshman Class of 2029 Officer Team
Meet the Freshman Class of 2029 Officer Team
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.
Welcome Back Rally 2025
Welcome Back Rally 2025
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Class of 2025 graduation ceremony
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Senior Prom 2025: Rewrite the Stars
Farewell Rally 2025
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Senior Prom Fashion Show 2025
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
Silsilay connects communities across the bay
Teachers take on brain rot terms
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
The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic
The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

the Epic
Maddy Chang

Maddy Chang, Opinion Editor

(she/her) Maddy Chang is a junior and Opinion Editor for the Epic. Outside of journalistic and creative writing, you can find her taking longs walks on the beach, eating at her favorite Poke Bowl restaurant and designing random posters on Canva or Adobe Illustrator.

All content by Maddy Chang
Meet the Freshman Class of 2029 Officer Team

Meet the Freshman Class of 2029 Officer Team

Anna Cen, Maddy Chang and Isabella Chiu
September 2, 2025
Truly Fresh, a nonprofit started by junior Xara Aman, targets produce waste by collecting excessive fruits in neighborhoods around the Bay Area, and donates them to West Valley Community services.

TrulyFresh offers fresh solutions to food waste in homes

Maddy Chang, Alyssa Lin, Katie Shang, Olivia Tu and Ethan Wong
August 25, 2025
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/gradphotos25.

Class of 2025 graduation ceremony

Maddy Chang and Brian Lee
June 29, 2025
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

Maddy Chang and Brian Lee
May 19, 2025
Allen Chan and Toan Phuong work hard to replace security cameras and pick up calls.

Behind the screens with the information technology team

Maddy Chang and Irene Hwang
April 28, 2025
San José mayor Matt Mahon recently proposed a policy to authorize arrest of homeless after refusing help three times within 18 months. This policy falls short of tackling root causes of homelessness and overlooks the true needs of homeless.

[Photo] Unlicensed materials in AI model databases undermine original works

Isabella Chiu, Features Editor
April 28, 2025
With a steady hand, sophomore Charlie Loper applies the last details to his signature Basque cheesecake. Photos used with permission by Charlie Loper.

[Photo] Charlie Loper bakes beauty with Basque It cheesecakes

Cecilia Wu, Web Editor
March 24, 2025
No-return zones, increased temporary housing and homeless data collection are among efforts from San José and Santa Clara County to tackle homelessness and housing costs.

Santa Clara County expands affordable housing

Maddy Chang, Opinion Editor
March 3, 2025
Billionaires are playing an increasingly larger role in shaping American politics, stemming from their high-value contributions to political campaigns.

[Photo] Wealth generates the American Oligarchy

David Zhu and Akash Anand
March 3, 2025

Exploring students’ favorite brain rot activities

Brian Lee and Maddy Chang
February 3, 2025
Using humor as a way to cope with unfortunate realities is not an entirely new concept; historically, people have always turned to often short-lived distractions for comfort.

The problem with turning everything into a joke

Maddy Chang, Opinion Editor
February 3, 2025
From weeks to months in advance of the official season, many sports have preseason to train certain techniques and bond with teammates.

Preseasons are the blueprint for success

Maddy Chang, Opinion Editor
December 9, 2024
California's general election ballot this year included propositions that targeted a wide range of hot-button issues, from climate change to crime.

[Photo] The impact of California’s passed and failed propositions

Stuti Jain, Staffer
December 9, 2024
The disconnect between media detoxing and reality

The disconnect between media detoxing and reality

Maddy Chang and Kieran Hau
November 4, 2024
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[Photo] Candidates vie for city, state and national seats in elections

November 4, 2024
rebecca column

[Photo] Moving west, east and west again

Rebecca Cai, Staffer
November 4, 2024
Thirteenth Amendment is often seen as a law that completely abolished slavery, yet a loophole remains: allowing slavery to remain legal as a form of punishment.

The Exception in the 13th Amendment and the unseen legacy of slavery

Maddy Chang and Rohan Kakhandiki
October 7, 2024
During the Korean War, Korean soldiers ate army stew, or “budae jjigae”, featuring Spam and fusing local ingredients with American elements.

[Photo] How food imperialism has shaped global cuisines

Alexandra Wu and Cecilia Wu
October 7, 2024
Spurred by a district-wide effort to transition toward greener practices, Lynbrook has finished installing new LED lighting in the theater and begun implementing sortable waste-disposal bins for the 2024-25 school year. Illustration by Maddy Chang, Claire Guo, Robert Yu, Stuti Jain, and Emily Pedroza

FUHSD’s continuous efforts toward greener campuses

Maddy Chang, Claire Guo, Stuti Jain, Emily Pedroza and Robert Yu
August 28, 2024