Perspectives on Mills
By:Giselle Kuang, Staff Writer As staff writers for The Thunderbolt, we have decided to gather our own personal perspective of Mills. Each of the four of us have had a unique experience here at Mills and we have compiled our…
School Lunches
By:Giselle Kuang, Staff Writer School lunch is a great way for students to “recharge” their brains before continuing their day. It’s also a great way for students get their intake if they aren’t able to bring lunch from home. The…
Ben Goltz Leaving Mills
By: Giselle Kuang, Staff Writer Whether you are feeling stressed from school, or you just want to talk to someone, Mills’ wellness counselors are always there for their students. Ben Goltz, one of the wellness counselors here at Mills, was…
Junior Year Stress: To Be Or Not to Be
I remember my first day of school as if it were only yesterday: walking through the big, scary doors into center court, frantically searching for my Algebra I class, looking for anyone who appeared kind enough to direct me towards…
The Joys Of Giving
By: Karine Chan There are many joys wrapped into the holidays. It’s a beautiful occasion filled with time with loved ones, lots of hot chocolate, an abundance of festive food, and, of course, gift giving! The holidays hold a different…
Climate Change: It’s Closer Than You Think
In a newly released report made by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, experts warn that urgent and progressive solutions are necessary to combat the impending threat of climate change….
Indie Coffee Shops Around the Peninsula
Whether it’s to kickstart a morning or re-energize for class, coffee is essential to every high school student. While Starbucks is quick and convenient, it’s always exciting to explore local…
Let’s, Um, Maybe Talk about Professional Skills?
By Anjuli Niyogi and Amanda O’Dea We learn a lot of different things in high school. There’s biology, chemistry, US History, even Calculus for those daring enough to take it. But there is one thing not lectured in school, one…
What People are Thankful for
By: Kianna Cheuk, Staff Writer It’s that time of the year: the season to give thanks! Everyone has something that they are truly thankful for, whether it is being able to breathe or their mothers. Here are some quotes from…