News and Updates on the Millbrae Recreation Center and Trail
By Raquel Catpo, Staff Writer The 2020 construction plans to rebuild the Millbrae Recreation Center have begun recently. The city of Millbrae aims to “provide vibrant community life through lifelong learning, cultural events, and a broad array of recreational activities”…
Behind the Anonymous Instagram Awareness Accounts
By Raquel Catpo, Staff Writer On June 29, smuhsd.awareness uploaded their first post, working towards their goal to bring justice and to amplify student voices. With over 1,800 followers and 155 posts on Instagram, this account brings light to serious…
Teacher Opinions on Distance Learning
Distance learning has brought many changes to how teachers handle their classes, from teaching methods to class curriculum. Teachers last semester have developed a range of opinions on distance teaching based on their personal experiences and understanding of what is…
Response of the Media to the Capitol Riot
By Magdalene Ko and Katelyn Lam, Staff Writers On January 6th, 2021, a group of Trump supporters, many with far-right-wing ties, stormed the Capitol building in an effort to halt the certification of the 2020 election. The last time the…
COVID Testing at Mills & Tracking Attendance
By Rita Li, Staff Writer As we transition to a new spring semester, Mills administration and staff are putting their best effort to make sure the facilities and students are safe and healthy and have access to covid testing. Mills…
United Against Hate Week Recap
By Leanna Yu, Editor-in-Chief During United Against Hate Week, every Bay Area community joins together in a call for local civic action to stop hate and implicit biases in the area. United Against Hate Week was created by community leaders…
Seasonal Depression and How It Affects Students
By: Angela Dimaano, Features Editor Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or more commonly known as Seasonal Depression, is a condition that affects approximately six in every one hundred people. SAD more often occurs during the sunlight depleted winter months, but psychologists…
PTO Updates On The State of Mills Mania This Year
By Rita Li, Staff Writer In previous years, Mills Mania was an event that allowed students and their families to buy a variety of foods and participate in various activities to raise money for Mills’ student-run clubs and organizations. Due…
San Mateo County Moves Back to Purple Tier
In the state of California, every county is assigned to a different tier determined by test positivity and adjusted case rate. Ranging from least to most extreme restrictions, there are four categories: yellow, orange, red, and purple. San Mateo County…
Virtual Homework Center Open For Mills Students
By Anjuli Niyogi, Editor-in-Chief During this transition to online learning, the Mills staff is committed to providing academic support so that students can complete their classes successfully. Mills’ homework center coordinator, Israel Hakim, has ensured that students are still able…