By Lucas Norris-Icho, Reporter and Design/Social Media Editor, Author at The Tam News

Exploring The Surge of Underage Online Sports Betting

By Lucas Norris-Icho, Reporter and Design/Social Media Editor ♦ Apr 29, 2024

At Tamalpais High School, there is a concerning trend of sports gambling among students that must be addressed.

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EDM in the Bay

By Josh Goldman, Reporter ♦ Mar 1, 2024

At the ever-popular Outside Lands festival and beyond, EDM music captures the imagination of countless Tam students.

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People are too opinionated (an opinion piece)

By Jaana Tremp, Lifestyles/Sports Editor ♦ Mar 1, 2024

From the most to least significant issues, it feels like everyone has a strong opinion on everything. Having opinions is fine, but living and dying by them isn't.

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The benefits of WISE

By Hillary Betz, Reporter and Graphics Editor ♦ Mar 1, 2024

With so many elective options available to 11th and 12th graders, which classes really make a difference? WISE provides a unique opportunity for students to build leadership skills and help others.

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The real issue with monetizing college sports

By Sophia Weinberg, Editor-in-Chief ♦ Feb 12, 2024

While college football fanatics argue over the chaotic dismantling of the Pacific 12 (Pac 12) conference, it is vital to recognize the larger implications. Pac 12 is a collegiate athletic conference...

Hand in hand: Cafeteria sustainability at Tam

By Anya Godfrey, News Editor ♦ Feb 6, 2024

Tamalpais High School's cafeteria is often overshadowed by the popularity of off-campus lunch, but it still generates large amounts of waste through single-use plastic packaging. Is cafeteria sustainability a reasonable goal for the school, and is it worth the trouble?

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Slim pickings for parking

By Molly Eisenberg, Reporter ♦ Feb 6, 2024

The time has officially come: the back parking lot (BPL) is now closed to seniors. Construction has finally begun after months of anticipation. It was supposed to start in August, but is only beginning...

Should home economics be required?

By Molly Eisenberg, Reporter ♦ Jan 23, 2024

The study of home economics has been lost over the past few decades. Home economics, is a course consisting of human development, cooking, sewing, family finances, and more. From the 1960s to the late...

How the comedy show ‘Big Mouth’ actually tackles important themes

Jan 23, 2024

“Big Mouth” has been a Netflix hit for years, taking off after its first season in 2017. With its unique cartoon style, fantasy monster characters, and mature humor, “Big Mouth” stood out from...

The best study spots in Mill Valley

By Sophia Tiemens, Reporter and Graphics/Photography Editor ♦ Dec 2, 2023

Study environments have a profound effect on students, especially in high school. It's important for one to have a quiet and comfortable environment where students can do their absolute best. It's great...

Counseling Issues

By Editorial ♦ Nov 18, 2023

With college application season in full swing, Tamalpais High School seniors and juniors applying to schools feel immense amounts of stress and pressure. However, some students who can relax with no worry...

Why is a gap year beneficial?

By Delaney Bobbitt, Reporter ♦ Nov 16, 2023

High school students deal with constant pressure: getting good grades, fitting in among their peers, applying to colleges, and figuring out what to do as an adult. Adding on to that, high school is becoming...