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Dr. Mohammed Subeh speaks with students about his experience volunteering in Palestine
Dr. Mohammed Subeh speaks with students about his experience volunteering in Palestine
According to a survey by the Student Wellness team, 56% of students feel ready to live independently after high school --- a belief shared by 70% of parents. Graphic illustration by Alexandra Wu and Olivia Yuan
Educational webinar guides students beyond high school
A rendering of the upcoming Voyager building, set to be constructed in summer 2024, by Quattrocchi Kwok Architects. // Apple, which was formerly headquartered at its Infinite Loop campus in Cupertino, had a tax-stake agreement with the city that was ended in 2022 by a state audit. // The 2023-2024 rollout of the Federal Application for Student Aid, which was plagued with technical difficulties and delays, ultimately led some students to renounce colleges they could not afford to attend. // Climeworks has developed numerous plants for atmospheric carbon extraction in recent years; its latest model, the Mammoth, is currently the worlds largest direct air capture plant. Used with permission from Nick Stephenson // Image from Picryl // Image from Pexels // Photo by Arnie Saeberg/Climeworks AG via AP
News In Brief
100 years of FUHSD honored in district-wide celebrations
100 years of FUHSD honored in district-wide celebrations
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
“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
A conversation between different versions of myself, split between the characters ME and her inner voices, RISKY, CAUTION and WHY, who all respond to FRIEND.
Fragments of my inner self
My ordinary morning routine starts in a dreary, colorless bedroom, where I wake up facing blank walls and bare floors aside from the occasional dusty Lego set.
Going home
Queen to G3. I sat with my arms crossed on a table too tall for me, the black and white queens and kings looming ahead. One move to checkmate. He would be forced to capture with his pawn.
Rolling the dice on life
“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
A conversation between different versions of myself, split between the characters ME and her inner voices, RISKY, CAUTION and WHY, who all respond to FRIEND.
Fragments of my inner self
My ordinary morning routine starts in a dreary, colorless bedroom, where I wake up facing blank walls and bare floors aside from the occasional dusty Lego set.
Going home
Queen to G3. I sat with my arms crossed on a table too tall for me, the black and white queens and kings looming ahead. One move to checkmate. He would be forced to capture with his pawn.
Rolling the dice on life
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
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
Graphic illustration by Gary Pan and Erin Fitzpatrick Used with permission from Alexander Chu
Adrian Philip carves a path toward success
Photo by Gary Pan and Claire Guo, Graphic illustration by Claire Guo and Erin Fitzpatrick
Sophomore crocheters are knot your average entrepreneurs
Freshman Ellanya Sivasubramaniam, Shreshta Ramji, Sruthi Chetput, Sathvika Siva and Diya Narayanan (left to right) hold up the Judges Award. Photo used with permission from Sruthi Chetput
Rookie robotics team the Chaotic Calibotz goes to worlds
ELD speech participants have dinner together before the FUHSD speech contest. Photo used with Permission from Emily Hong
ELD students take on FUHSD speech contest
Senior Alicia Cho and junior Felicia Huang hold their feathered pets under the morning sun. Photo used with permission from Alicia Cho and Felicia Huang.
Student journeys with their uncommon pets
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
Photos of the FUHSD Adult School from 1923 to 2024. Photos used with permission from Liz Ambra, Photo by Audrey Sun
Never too late to learn at FUHSD’s adult school
Although the discriminatory practice of redlining, beginning in 1934, has technically been outlawed, its shadow continues to loom through the segregation and inequality that persist in the present day.
Redlining: forming urban and suburban divisions
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
The model demonstates a side plank, one of the most common positions in Pilates. Graphic illustration by Rohan Kakhandiki
A guide to the history, benefits and practice of Pilates
Dylan White sprints across the field with the football while playing against the Saratoga Falcons.
Dylan White touches down at Puget Sound
Rohin Saharoy demonstrates a karate move with his black belt on, kicking up his foot in the air. Photo by David Zhu and graphic illustration by Amanda Jin
Rohin Saharoy surpasses limits in the dojo
With hopes of continuing field hockey beyond her high school career, senior Halie Yung has committed to Smith College. Used with permission from Halie Yung.
Halie Yung strikes her line into Smith College
Team photo of the 2023-24 softball team. Photo used with permission from Peggy Yao.
Softball keeps on swinging and lights up the field
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/2024gradpics.
Class of 2024 graduation ceremony
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/epicsnrprom.
Senior Prom 2024: Fly Me to the Moon
Indesign Fashion Show 2024: Ethereal Realms
Indesign Fashion Show 2024: Ethereal Realms
Taylor Swifts album cover
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
The challenging thing about ‘Challengers’
The challenging thing about ‘Challengers’
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 ASBs first school-sanctioned celebration of Holi.
Adding a little color with Holi
Being firefighters, since 1986
Being firefighters, since 1986
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/2024gradpics.
Class of 2024 graduation ceremony
View the full photo gallery at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/epicsnrprom.
Senior Prom 2024: Fly Me to the Moon
Indesign Fashion Show 2024: Ethereal Realms
Indesign Fashion Show 2024: Ethereal Realms
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
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
Melissa Chen

Melissa Chen, Writer

Melissa can't wait to continue writing for the Epic this year, though she's a little sad that, as a senior, this will be her last year. Soggy cereal, hot cheetos and mangoes are currently some of her favorite snacks. Melissa enjoys watching Youtube and movies, listening to music, taking walks and reading in her spare time.

All content by Melissa Chen
In addition to his coaching duties, Coach Jake White, who had a long career as a runner himself, often shares light-hearted stories of his experiences with his track and cross country runners.

Tracking Coach Jake’s long running and coaching career

Melissa Chen, Writer
May 26, 2021
The arguments for and against gun control are more complex than they may seem at first glance.

Gun control: A loaded debate

Diana Kohr and Melissa Chen
April 21, 2021

Con (less gun control):

Melissa Chen, Writer
April 21, 2021
As of March, four Lynbrook debate teams and one individual from Speech have qualified for the prestigious TOC.

Five Lynbrook Speech and Debate teams qualify to prestigious Tournament of Champions in eventful season

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 17, 2021
From “Try Everything” to “Moments,” these are a few songs that have stayed with me throughout my life. 

Melissa Chen: Life listens

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 9, 2021

Life playlists: The lives of three staffers through song

Melissa Chen, Shamita Gurusu and Lina Mezerreg
March 9, 2021
This school year, despite the lack of performance opportunities during the pandemic and the departure of their coach in July, the Valkyries are entering the second semester optimistic for their new season.

The Valkyries leap into a new season in second semester

Melissa Chen, Writer
February 3, 2021
Following the Black Lives Matter (BLM) Movement, many tech companies have confronted its use of certain technical terms such as “master” and “slave.”

Tech companies update computing terms to promote inclusivity

Melissa Chen and Rachel Wu
December 9, 2020
Dissecting popular boba drinks.

Staff members review popular boba drinks

Sharlene Chen and Melissa Chen
November 4, 2020
If school were on campus, students might notice a few new faces, among them Nicole Loughran, the new attendance specialist.

New specialist Loughran navigates virtual attendance

Melissa Chen, Writer
October 7, 2020
As students and staff spend hours on Zoom every school day, it is important to be aware of and understand indications of Zoom fatigue and follow self-care practices to maintain physical and mental health.

Zoomed in: Exploring the effects of online learning

Anirudh Seshadri and Melissa Chen
August 24, 2020

FBLA

Jasmine Hou and Melissa Chen
May 29, 2020

AISA

Jasmine Hou and Melissa Chen
May 29, 2020

Interact

Jasmine Hou and Melissa Chen
May 29, 2020

Animal Services and Protection

Jasmine Hou and Melissa Chen
May 29, 2020
Clubs keep active during shelter-in-place

Clubs keep active during shelter-in-place

Jasmine Hou and Melissa Chen
May 29, 2020

Teachers’ Commute: On a long morning drive, Blaschke surrounds himself with sports

Melissa Chen, Writer
April 8, 2020

Teacher’s Commute: Dunlap enjoys a variety of podcasts, audiobooks and music during her morning commute

Melissa Chen, Writer
April 8, 2020
Freshman Andrew Yuan passes on his STEM passions to others

Freshman Andrew Yuan passes on his STEM passions to others

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 27, 2020
Junior Anastasia Trushcankova demonstrates leadership, hard work and passion

Junior Anastasia Trushcankova demonstrates leadership, hard work and passion

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 27, 2020
Junior Isabela Britton makes her high school experience meaningful

Junior Isabela Britton makes her high school experience meaningful

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 27, 2020

The best leftovers ever: how food brings together my family

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 27, 2020
Adeline Ryan on her plans for the future: “I either want to be involved with performing arts or teaching.”

Freshman Adeline spreads positivity

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 9, 2020
Abdullah Ashiq on his plans for the future: I see myself making new friends and engaging in new ways to add to the world around me. I hope to continue to do things I already enjoy, like theatre and refugee work, but also see what else is out there.

Senior Abdullah Ashiq connects with and shows compassion for others

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 9, 2020
Print layout of campus foods photoessay

Tastes of the foods on campus

Melissa Chen, Writer
February 26, 2020
It’s uncommon, but possible to spot someone eating a sweet, home-made baked good.

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The delicate chocolate molten lava cake is a little difficult to cook correctly.

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A Wechat group allows students to order meals like this fried meat and broccoli dish.

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Sometimes lunch can be a simple bag of Cheez-its.

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Fried dumplings and blueberries make a good combination.

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The school cafeteria offers many sweet treats, like this Super Berry sorbet.

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A popular choice of cafeteria lunch is a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with salad and fruit.

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Packed lunches often include sandwiches, some with untraditional fillings.

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Thermoses can contain practically any meal, such as this warm tomato pasta.

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Murals have been by teachers doors for years, as part of an ongoing project by art students in which they hand-sculpt the tilesusing a technique called “bas-relief.”

Art murals highlight classrooms around campus

Melissa Chen, Writer
January 29, 2020
HALF NELSON | Sophomore Nolan Nyugen pins opponent with a half nelson at the JV Lynbrook 2nd Man Tournament.

Wrestling team takes down competition

Melissa Chen, Writer
January 29, 2020
Issue 3 photoessay

Popular study spots to try this final season

Melissa Chen, Writer
December 11, 2019
Dr. Hanna Chang, a certified psychologist, spoke at a workshop on Oct. 24 offering advice to parents to help them foster better relationships with their children.

PTSA works to improve parent-student communication

Melissa Chen, Writer
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
Falcon tho cat helps students de-stress during brunch and lunch.

[Photo] Introducing Falcon: our campus cat

Alara Dasdan, Writer
October 2, 2019

The rights protecting teens in their workplace

Claire Chiu and Melissa Chen
October 2, 2019
Last day senior shenanigans

Last day senior shenanigans

Melissa Chen, Writer
May 31, 2019
Politics in the digital age: from daily life to elections

Politics in the digital age: from daily life to elections

Melissa Chen and Kaylin Li
May 31, 2019
Students enjoy de-stress fest and mental health carnival

Students enjoy de-stress fest and mental health carnival

Melissa Chen, Writer
May 3, 2019
Lynbrook honored as a CA Distinguished School

Lynbrook honored as a CA Distinguished School

Melissa Chen, Writer
March 29, 2019
“It’s freezing. So much for global warming”

“It’s freezing. So much for global warming”

Arul Gnanasivam and Melissa Chen
March 1, 2019
Bringing forth conservative opinions and perspectives in a liberal-majority community.

Supporting red in a sea of blue

Jessica Li and Melissa Chen
February 1, 2019
DJ Patil, Monta Vista alumnus and former U.S. Chief Data Scientist returns to offer his experiences and advice to the school community.

Former U.S. Chief Data Scientist DJ Patil talks education

Melissa Chen, Writer
December 14, 2018
Marching band and colorguard keep up the pace

Marching band and colorguard keep up the pace

Melissa Chen, Writer
November 9, 2018
Recent straw bans prove ineffective

Recent straw bans prove ineffective

Melissa Chen, Writer
October 5, 2018
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