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Lucas Kawamoto

Lucas Kawamoto, Staff Writer

Number of years in The Coat of Arms: 1

Favorite aspect of journalism: I love meeting new people through interviews and exploring topics and areas which would mostly go unturned at Menlo

Interests outside of school: swimming, novel writing, watching basketball

Class of 2026

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Students in Menlo’s class of 2027 check in at a welcome event hosted by the admissions office. Staff photo: Lucas Kawamoto

New Admissions Director Discusses ‘Holistic’ Admissions Process Despite Sibling Policy

Lucas Kawamoto, Assistant A&L Editor
May 26, 2023

The Menlo admissions team recently welcomed the class of 2027 to the Upper School campus. On Tuesday, May 16, the newest admittees and the rising middle...

Menlo spent $20.7 million to establish the dining hall and put into place the business, communications and development offices on the third floor. Staff illustration: Michele Hratko

Menlo’s Iconic Mansion: A Look Into the History of Stent Hall

Lucas Kawamoto, Staff Writer
April 28, 2023

The massive white mansion at the head of the loop draws the attention of students, parents, faculty and visitors alike. Today, the towering building is...

The Walmart parking lot in Mountain View floods after the first storm hit the Bay Area in early January. Staff photo: Lucas Kawamoto.

[Photo] How Menlo Weathers the Storm: Facilities Team Manages Flooding and Damage

March 25, 2023

The Walmart parking lot in Mountain View floods after the first storm hit the Bay Area in early January. Staff photo: Lucas Kawamoto.

History Department Chair Carmen Borbón regrets the “workaholic” attitude and demeanor she’s had in the past. Staff illustration: Sutton Inouye

Too Much, Too Little Or Just Right: Teachers Manage Work Boundaries

Lucas Kawamoto, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023

Dedicated teachers working with passionate students can often result in a healthy learning environment. At the same time, this dynamic may force teachers...

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