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As counselor meetings commence for course selection, students plan the classes they wish to take. I would recommend them to talk to teachers and get a sense of whether the teacher would recommend a class for the student or not, said Carlmont counselor Andrew Kahn.
Upcoming school year offers new classes to students
Emma Wu, Staff Writer • March 15, 2024

As students start receiving emails in their inboxes about upcoming counselor meetings to select classes for the next year, word of new class...

Filipino Club practices a choreographed performance for the Heritage Fair. The dance is a traditional Filipino dance, called tinikling.
Students prepare for Heritage Fair
Emma Fry, Staff Writer • March 15, 2024

As the Heritage Fair quickly approaches, students come together to display their different cultures, talents, and traditions. The Heritage...

Carlmont Improv Club practices once a week, year-round. Each practice is to prepare for their showcases, which are free to the public.
Improv Club creates a welcoming space full of laughter
Jonas Sijbrant, Staff Writer • March 14, 2024

Improv Club provides students with a space to be themselves and allow their creativity to take control, creating tons of laughter along the way. The...

Students start to show up to view the art towards the start of lunch. The museum lasted until the end of the lunch period, with students and teachers coming throughout to take a look at students’ artwork. The Art Museum was a really great opportunity for artists to showcase the work that they do behind the scenes, and in terms of our  club, we had a few people  read our magazines, and they got a sense of what we do, Art Showcase Club Secretary Michelle Lo said.
Art Museum curates a palette of pieces
Kerem Olgun, Staff Writer • March 10, 2024

The Art Showcase Club (ASC) and the Associated Student Body (ASB) worked to put together the Art Museum event to showcase the various artwork...

Birdwatcher Aaroha Save looks for birds while hiking during the day. On each occasion, he always brings his binoculars and camera with him. “I normally take photos in the spring since thats when most birds are active,” Save said.
Burrowing owls face endangerment crisis
Matthew Law, Staff Writer • March 18, 2024

Burrowing owls are on the verge of extinction in California due to habitat loss and lack of state protection.  The status of burrowing owls...

As the course selection process begins, high school students often ask their parents for advice on which classes to take. Parents have been more inclined to offer input or even outright choose classes for their children, said Jonathan Park, a sophomore at Carlmont.
New educational bill encourages parent involvement
Joshua Wu, Staff Writer • March 15, 2024

Schools are now required to notify parents of the Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), career technical education (CTE),...

Through their donation drive, the Redwood City Rotary Club is collecting menstrual products to distribute to the community.
The Rotary Club of Redwood City spotlights menstrual health
Naomi Hsu, Staff Writer • March 12, 2024

In honor of Women’s History Month, the Rotary Club of Redwood City decided to shine a light on menstrual health by hosting a donation drive...

Macys Union Square, an iconic location, is now part of the current trend of store closures in San Francisco. As a result of the pandemic, many AAPI folks also hesitate to spend time and money in the city for safety reasons. The increase cost of living and state taxes have probably forced many small businesses to move out of state as well, said Regina Tong, a home-visiting social worker in San Francisco.
Macy's closes amid a changing San Francisco
Shiori Chen, Staff Writer • March 9, 2024

Union Square Macy’s is the latest to the ongoing pattern of retail stores shutting down their downtown San Francisco locations since the pandemic.  The...

Greenwashing is often used to drive sales, obscuring a company’s true environmental impact.
Lifting the mask
Bowen Yan, Staff Writer • March 13, 2024

Starbucks. Volkswagen. Coca-Cola. These are all companies that say they’re going green. However, their apparent efforts may be no more than...

Terms previously exclusive to therapy have been being used more casually, causing many people to worry about this prevalence.
Controlling the chaos of mental health terminology
Emilia Bateman , Staff Writer • March 12, 2024

In an era where discussions about mental health are no longer conducted in hushed tones and whispers, a myriad of questions arises concerning...

Sophomore Nathan Man carefully scrutinizes his physique in the mirror, hoping for signs of progress during a 2-hour-long weightlifting session in Carlmont High School’s weight room. He works alongside several other sports teams who use the facilities for their training. However, Man continues his strength training regimen long after the teams leave until slightly after the weight room officially closes at 5:45 p.m. This is just one of his many exercise sessions within a week.
Dysmorphia in the details
Nathan Turnbeaugh, Staff Writer • March 11, 2024

Ghirardelli Square has an ice cream/chocolate shop. The ice cream shop is an iconic town favorite for many San Francisco residents and tourists. I used to bring my kids there for sundaes on the last day of summer, and now I bring them and their kids. Its a nice family tradition that we created, said San Francisco resident Cathy Gerstbacher.
Ghirardelli’s sweet history
Heidi Poole, Staff Writer • March 8, 2024

Founded in 1852 by Italian chocolatier Domingo Ghirardelli, “Ghirardelli makes life a bite better” by carving a prominent part for themself...

College admissions counselors are a tool many choose to utilize in their college admissions journey. However, the steep price of working with one causes many to wonder if the investment in a college counselor is truly worthwhile.
Opinion: The value of a college counselor depends on the student
Ujala Chauhan, Staff Writer • March 15, 2024
As students transition toward adulthood, there are a multitude of life skills that are necessary for a smooth adjustment. However, as demonstrated by inadequate financial literacy education, students are often left wondering about what to do when they must confront this transition.
Opinion: High school doesn't prepare students enough for adulthood
Katherine A. Zhang, Staff Writer • March 12, 2024
Many people blame women for being sexually assaulted because of their clothing. Oftentimes, reason for the assault is pinned on the revealing clothing worn by the victim.
Opinion: Clothing is not an excuse to victim blame
Rei Baxter, Staff Writer • March 12, 2024
Glinda speaks to Elphaba in the musical Wicked, which is one of the shows being performed at BroadwaySF during the 2024-25 season. “Its a banger lineup, and everyone should come see these shows,” said Carlmont sophomore Jax Manning.
BroadwaySF shines a spotlight on the 2024-25 musical season
Antonina Mikriukova, Staff Writer • March 5, 2024
With their bright and colorful packaging, energy drinks widely attract teens looking for an enhanced energy level. “I love Celsius because there are a lot of fun and different flavors to try. Whenever I’m super tired I know a Celsius will get me through anything I need energy for,” Lola Lagerloef, a sophomore at Carlmont, said.
Swallowing the harmful energy drink craze among teens
Emi Sim, Staff Writer • February 29, 2024
The downtown area of Truckee, California, is quaint and rich in history. Established in 1868, this small town attracts many visitors as shops and restaurants line the streets. The town preserves its historic feel through the character and authenticity of the buildings and landmarks.
In Photos: Exploring the historic town of Truckee
Isabella Rice, Staff Writer • February 28, 2024
Hatred and misinformation, concerning the Israel-Hamas war, flood Instagram comment sections.
The web of misinformation
Shiori Chen, Staff Writer • February 9, 2024
Wendys is one of many companies to announce the implementation of dynamic pricing in the future.
Dynamic pricing makes its way to the restaurant industry
Kian Bhatt, Staff Writer • March 14, 2024
Carlmont should return to its old bell schedule.
Editorial: We should revert to the old bell schedule
Editorial Staff March 6, 2024
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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.
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