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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
Students visit booths to learn about volunteer and job opportunities and mental health resources.
City of Cupertino and Intra-District council host Teen Resouce Fair
Read to learn about events regarding school, local, national and international news. Photo used with permission from Amanda Jin, Photo by Jeff Chiu/Ap, Photo by J. Scott Applewhite/Ap, Photo by Alexander Zemlianichenko/AP
Campus, community and world events to note
Officers of Students for Literacy, a club that encourages interest in literature, promotes their organization to attract new members. Photos used with permission from Ella Yuan and Anish Lakkapragada
Technology and literature clubs merge to join common interests
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?
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
Although movie adaptations of books will never be perfect, they deserve more credit than they are currently getting.
Don’t judge a book’s movie adaptation by its cover
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
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
Color blindness can often be overlooked in educational settings, but students should not be afraid to speak up about any learning accommodations they need.
Editorial: Opening students’ eyes to colorblindness
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
At 14 years old, Kalbhavi developed EasyBZ, a cost-effective microneedle patch that allows for the transmission of drugs without the use of traditional or hypodermic needles. Photo used with permission from Shripriya Kalbhavi.
Shripriya Kalbhavi develops microneedle patch in medical breakthrough
With only his phone for a camera, a tripod and a ring light, Ho implements clever editing styles with CapCut to deliver high-quality videos and capture his audience’s attention using quick choppy video clips and catchy music. Photo used with permission from Nick Ho.
Nicholas Ho forges his path through fashion content
Kickkat members and juniors Sriman Ratnapu, Jayadev Ghanta, Vineeth Yenduri and Jonathan Bruennert and sophomore Bruhath Batla performed at the Valkyries show in January. Not pictured: juniors Daniel Wan and Aryan Patnaik.
Striking a chord with the Kickkats band
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
Graphic illustration by Chelsea Lee.
Rediscovering Piano in Philanthropy
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
Ever heard of pigs leading a revolution and seizing total domination over a government? No? Well, that’s satire for you: truth, dressed up in absurdity and hidden between the lines.
This is satire: Literature’s wicked grin
Unveiling the truth behind eating disorders
Unveiling the truth behind eating disorders
Cookies allow users a personalized experience, where they are presented with personalized advertisements or content based on their browsing history. These ads often create a feeling of being watched by discreetly collecting user data.
How website designs manipulate user behavior
Excessive plastic waste imbues food with microplastics, evidenced by poor packaging leaking microplastics into groceries and trace microplastics appearing in mass-produced goods.
Microplastics and its invisible inevitability
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
The National Collegiate Athletic Association has shaken the world of women’s volleyball with its recent decision on Feb. 20 to allow double touches by setters in offensive plays.
NCAA women’s volleyball rule change sparks controversy
Senior Natalie Yang executes a Biellmann spin at the 2019 figure skating Crystalline Showcase.
Senior Natalie Yang carves her passion on ice
Students gathered in the parking lot on March 29 for ASBs first school-sanctioned celebration of Holi.
Adding a little color with Holi
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Senior Prom Fashion Show
Farewell Rally 2024: the End of an Era
Farewell Rally 2024: the End of an Era
Being firefighters, since 1986
Being firefighters, since 1986
Despite Grande seemingly putting forth her best effort into musical innovation, “Eternal Sunshine” ultimately fails to execute an emotional tone effectively.
Ariana Grande’s ‘Eternal Sunshine’ loses its shine
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
Your guide to off-campus study spots
Your guide to off-campus study spots
Gaming the system
Gaming the system
Lost in translation.
Lost in translation.
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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
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
Shine a light on Diwali and its true meaning
Shine a light on Diwali and its true meaning
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

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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

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Meera Nambiar

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor

(she/her) Meera is a senior and very excited to be Web Editor during her second year on staff! In her free time (which she has very little of these days), she likes to read books, watch TV shows and rom-coms, travel and eat food (especially anything sugary). She is also on the school field hockey team and does bharatnatyam.

All content by Meera Nambiar
Lynbrook band Kimchee Masala blends their cultural identities to create mouth-watering music.

Kimchee Masala spices up Lynbrook music

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
June 2, 2023
Indesign Fashion Show: Exploring Pandoras Box

Indesign Fashion Show: Exploring Pandora’s Box

Susanna Tang and Meera Nambiar
May 21, 2023
Swear words permeate our lives as forms of self expression, cathartic cries and bitter insults. But from where do these deep-rooted exclamations come?

WTF?! The origins of swear words

Meera Nambiar and Surya Saraf
May 8, 2023
Despite the seemingly innocuous nature of these childrens shows, studies have shown the large impact they have on children’s development

Watching the impact of children’s shows

Anushka Anand and Meera Nambiar
April 10, 2023
Turning to turf and drought friendly plants will help alleviate the drought in California and help residents save water. Natural grass lawns are some of the most water-inefficient landscaping features that is common place in American suburbia, as depicted on the right side of the path.

Dropping natural lawns for a drought-tolerant future

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
March 10, 2023
the Epic’s predictions for Super Bowl LVII

the Epic’s predictions for Super Bowl LVII

Jasmine Rihal and Meera Nambiar
February 6, 2023
Through sports such as the Olympics and basketball, United States influences the world and increases its soft power.

American influence through sports

Meera Nambiar and Elizabeth Cheng
February 6, 2023
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever releases to critical acclaim, with its cinematography and theme outshining its pitfalls.

“Wakanda Forever” memorializes past heroes and passes the torch to new ones

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
December 12, 2022
Senior Venus Dhanda created the Gender in Classrooms project in hopes of making the Lynbrook community a more inclusive place for LGBTQ+ students.

“Gender in Classrooms” project takes effect

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
November 7, 2022
Homecoming: Sophomore Skit 22-23

Homecoming: Sophomore Skit 22-23

Meera Nambiar and Eileen Zhu
October 19, 2022
Queen Elizabeth had an eventful reign as a public figure. Her death on Sept. 8 has left Great Britain in a state of grief as people reflect on her past.

The complex legacy of Queen Elizabeth II

Meera Nambiar and Vidushi Upadhyay
October 10, 2022
2022 Welcome Back Rally

2022 Welcome Back Rally

Meera Nambiar and Myles Kim
September 2, 2022
Shveta Bagade and Tania Yang are excited to start the school year as part of the guidance team.

Tania Yang and Shveta Bagade join Guidance Department

Meera Nambiar, Jason Shan, Anirudh Seshadri, Amishi Chandra, Maple Leung, Eileen Zhu and Valerie Shu
August 23, 2022
The Oscars recognized several of last year’s most acclaimed films, including CODA, King Richard and Dune.

Oscar-worthy: Reviewing the year’s best films

Meera Nambiar, Catherine Zhou and Katie Chin
May 3, 2022
Tackling the theme of “Brave New Worlds,” seniors Tammi Trujillo and Helena Su, junior Sydney Chao and sophomore Shivam Maji had their art selected for the New Museum of Los Gatos’s ArtNow exhibit.

Students explore Brave New World through art

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
April 5, 2022
Western sanctions have devastated the Russian economy, upturning the lives of the ultra-rich oligarchs and everyday citizens alike.

All Russians affected by sanctions

Meera Nambiar and Anushka Anand
April 5, 2022
Jennifer Griffin used to host Minor League San Jose Giants players, including Jose Marti and Miguel Gomez, at her house during the baseball season.

Found family: The Griffins host minor league baseball players

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
March 8, 2022
Askings bring liveliness to Lynbrooks campus, returning with balloons, crowns and Mario Kart with shopping carts.

You’re epic. Prom with me?

Meera Nambiar and Samyukta Sarma
February 1, 2022
Though Biden’s presidency started swtrong with a COVID-19 stimulus bill, problems ranging from alarming inflation to party infighting show that Biden has not been the president he promised to be. 

BBB: Biden Be Better

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
December 7, 2021
Lynbrook looks back on its history through the gym lobbys monitor.

Gym lobby digitalizes Vikings’ past

Meera Nambiar, Web Editor
November 9, 2021
Homecoming: Senior Skit 21-22

Homecoming: Senior Skit 21-22

Anirudh Seshadri, Crystal Qian and Meera Nambiar
October 7, 2021
The Bay Area is home to a myriad of wildlife, from mountain lions to snakes to sea lions.

The Bay Area: A hub of wildlife

Amy Liu and Meera Nambiar
October 6, 2021
What is Lynbrook listening to?

What is Lynbrook listening to?

Susanna Tang and Meera Nambiar
October 6, 2021
As the summer comes to a close, many students are wondering about Lynbrook’s COVID-19 policies.

Lynbrook implements new COVID-19 policies provided by SCC

Jason Shan, Meera Nambiar, Susanna Tang, Chelsea Lee and Anirudh Seshadri
August 25, 2021
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