Student Perspective of Working During COVID-19
By Karine Chan, Editor-in-Chief A sad result of COVID-19 has been the necessary shut down of many businesses. From department stores to chain restaurants, anyone and everyone has had to take a break from working in order to protect themselves…
Appreciating Mills Frontline Workers
While students are learning online, essential personnel are still going to school, making sure students have everything they need, and meeting with them in person, if necessary. Administration, teachers, and janitorial staff are keeping our school running, even in the…
Q & A: 2020 Millbrae City Council Candidates
The Thunderbolt Editor Team reached out to the 2020 Millbrae City Council Candidates to complete a voluntary online Questionnaire. All responses are copied directly from each candidate (unless otherwise stated). Answers may have been edited for minor spelling/grammatical errors or…
Shining a Light on the Members of the Social Justice Club
By Max Zaninovich, Staff Writer After the murder of George Floyd, the world was lit ablaze with an international social justice movement that could rival the movement of the 60s. People took to the streets to demonstrate their dissatisfaction with…
Meet the Wellness Counselors
By Misael Gomez, Sports Editor Mills High School has always made a conscious effort to prioritize their students mental health and has been increasing their efforts over the last few years with many student-led wellness activities, including an annual Mental…
Meet the New ASB Students
By Misael Gomez, Sports Editor This year, Mills has elected 5 bright and inspiring students to take on the role within the Associative Student Body (ASB): President Clara Shim (12), Vice President Warren Kuang (11), Treasurer and Secretary Ryan Kwong…
What Leadership and Yearbook are Doing Right Now
By: Jordan Hasty, Staff Writer In previous years, leadership and yearbook have aided in fostering a positive and motivating culture within Mills High School. Considering the highly interactive dynamic of each class, the switch to virtual learning was an abrupt…
Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Impact on Mills’ Female Staff
By Anjuli Niyogi, Editor-in-Chief Last Updated 09/28/2020 2:57 pm Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s passing on September 18th, 2020 has led many women around the country to mourn her loss and reflect on her impact as a litigator, feminist, and equal rights…
Distance Learning Through the Lens of Seniors
By Bianca Reyes, Center Spread Editor The start of a new school year is always an exciting time, but for seniors in particular, it is especially thrilling. Senior year is the year that’s the most fun because there is so…
Celebrating Pride Month All Year Round
By Angela Dimaano, Thunderbolt Editor June has traditionally been recognized as Pride Month to commemorate the Stonewall riots in New York just a little over 50 years ago. Pride is the celebration of the accomplishments and impact of the Lesbian…