Warming up for Winter

By: Bianca Pando, Entertainment Editor The Music Department at Mills High School prepares for their up-coming performance for Mills students, families, and the Millbrae community set to be on December 13, 2024. As December rolls around, many students are preparing…

The Decades-Old Debate: Real vs. Fake Trees

By: Jada Pan, Staff Writer On the morning of the 25th, the fresh yet warm scent of fir will be the first greeting to let you know it’s Christmas. But imagine when you wake up and smell…nothing. You walk into…

Frosty Festivities: Non-Christmas Winter Holidays

By: Janelle Pantilon, Features Editor While Christmas is notorious for illuminating  the winter season, there are countless other holidays that are just as special to various cultures and communities. It’s their way of spreading joy, traditions, and unity to finish…

Introducing Johnnie Walton

By: Hayden Bunce – Staff Writer With our various sports teams at Mills High School, an athletic trainer on sight is necessary to prevent injuries of Mills players. Since the school is constantly hiring new staff members, this year the…

The Fading Magic of Christmas: A Nostalgic Look at Growing Up

By: Meagan So, Staff Writer The once magical Christmas spirit we had growing up eventually fades away, with stories of flying reindeer and mischievous elves becoming a thing of the past, a faded memory, and the idea of Santa Claus…

On-Campus Paparazzi

By: Andres Luis Makilan, Staff Writer Here at Mills, the freelance photographers hired aren’t the only ones armed with cameras. Sometimes, it’s our very own students who are on the opposite side of the flash, taking photos of school events…

Meet the Team Captains of the MHS Winter Sports

By: Isabelle Yang Tryouts are complete, rosters are finalized, and games have begun for winter sports. With the fall sports season officially over, the basketball, soccer, and wrestling teams are ready to compete – with their captains leading the way….

Tis The Season of Giving back

Environmental Club Hosts Winter Clothing Drive By: Julia Xia, Opinions Editor This Holiday season, it is important to not only have fun celebrating with your families but also to give back to your community. One way to give back is…

Dupes vs the Original Thing

By: Madyson Tang, Staff Writer The price of originally branded items can come with a hefty price tag that not everyone can afford. That’s where the dupes come in. The lowered price of the dupes allows everyone to have a…