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Two seniors eat lunch together in the final weeks of the school year. They chat as the lunch period comes to an end.
Savoring senior year: Carlmont seniors reflect on growth, friendships, and the future
Hunter Prince, Staff Writer • May 12, 2025

As graduation approaches, Carlmont High School seniors find themselves savoring final moments, deepening friendships, and taking in the significance...

A resident of San Mateo County calling the mental health crisis hotline. "Services provided by the mobile crisis team are available to anyone, any time of the day, and anywhere in our county. It fills a much-needed service gap," said Shirley Chu, a crisis and outreach manager at the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS).
San Mateo County launches new mental health crisis response team
Anika Warrier, Staff Writer • May 11, 2025

Residents of San Mateo County who are experiencing a mental health crisis now have another support option with the newly founded County Crisis...

A San Carlos resident holds a flyer that advertises the city’s upcoming Hometown Days festival, which is part of the centennial celebration. "I am really excited for the drone show that the flyer advertises because there has never been one in previous years," said Hana Yamawaki, a regular attendee of the event.
A century in the making: San Carlos prepares for city centennial celebration
Maya Kacholiya, Staff Writer • May 8, 2025

The city of San Carlos is launching preparations for its centennial celebration at the annual Hometown Days festival. The event will be taking...

Features
Novem Chua was rushed in for surgery after her brain aneurysm ruptured in 2017. During the surgery, the team of neurosurgeons had to cut her head open from the top, and it had to be stitched up, leaving a scar. She now has to check in yearly for annual surgeries at the hospital.
A heartbeat from death
Ashlyn Wong, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025

She attended one of the most prestigious universities in Singapore, married the love of her life, and attained her dream job after years of hard...

Immigrants to a new country face many difficulties, including language barriers and cultural differences. This can affect their social lives, careers, and life experiences.
Chasing dreams: a story of immigrants in the US
Grace Liu, Staff Writer • May 8, 2025

For many, the mass layoffs have shaken the tech industry causing them to feel lost in the darkness of where to go next.
Mass layoffs tear the golden ticket of opportunity
Amber Chow, Staff Writer • May 5, 2025

In the fast-paced tech industry in the past, where innovation was constantly happening, a new trend occurred: mass layoffs. Once a golden ticket...

Sports
Opinion
The interior of the Trinità dei Monti, a Catholic Church in Rome just miles away from St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Here, a priest will deliver mass.
Opinion: The Catholic Church is becoming overly progressive
Chloe Taylor, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025
Opinion: It’s time to rethink the ‘bad guy’ in gaming
May 12, 2025
Satire: Give Trump a religion to run
May 11, 2025
Opinion: Declining US literacy rates show that humanities majors should not be discounted
May 1, 2025
Opinion: Americans should take more vacations
April 24, 2025
Entertainment
Allison Streb crochets a frog in the colors of the transgender flag. "My favorite thing that I've made is a set of crochet frogs with giant heads and tiny bodies," Streb said.
Weaving mental health into the world of crafting
Colette Leung, Staff Writer • May 9, 2025
Spring is in the air, and local boba shops and cafes are offering new seasonal items. From fruit and milk teas to coffee and even shaved ice, there are options for anyone craving a sweet treat to stay cool during the warmer weather.
Boba in bloom: seasonal items to kick off the spring season
Audrey Navasca, Staff Writer • May 8, 2025
Reena Desai Shah and Heeral Kota open the annual Sakhi Sangam showcase in traditional attire, welcoming the audience to an evening of dance and celebration. Their introduction set the stage for a night honoring nearly 30 years of Gujarati culture and community.
Sakhi Sangam unites generations through dance
Shreya Parmar, Staff Writer • May 6, 2025
Cartoons
Despite summer being mere weeks away, it's still not sufficient motivation for the burnout students face by the end of the school year. The idea behind breaks throughout the second semester is to allow enough recharge to get them through the year. However, most students experience the most burnout right after spring break, struggling to stay motivated to study for finals. Others, such as those who take primarily AP classes, feel an abrupt change in the class structure that they are used to. The change can impact their motivation and study habits. 
Cartoon: The final stretch
Leher Kawadia, Staff Writer • May 12, 2025
When seeing the long jumble of words under the title or terms and conditions, most people often skip over it and click "accept". Skipping over the fine print can often lead to unknown consequences. It reflects the issue of how easily people give their rights away without being aware. Even though reading terms can be tedious, it's important to know what you'll be held liable for.
Cartoon: Terms and conditions do apply
Amber Chow, Staff Writer • May 11, 2025
In his second term as President, Donald Trump has implemented and abolished many policies. Among these are the instatement of tariffs and the removal of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) organizations from universities. The latter ended in a legal battle between the President and Harvard University, in which Harvard surrendered and re-branded their DEI program. President Trump’s policies have done more harm than good. His tariffs have crashed the economy, worsening an already bad inflation problem. Furthermore, the now legally mandated removal of DEI policies is a violation of the Constitution because all universities, especially private ones, should have the ability to determine what programs they deem appropriate and beneficial to their students.
Cartoon: Caving in
Julia Cline, Staff Writer • May 9, 2025
Games
Crossword: Disney Characters
Crossword: Disney Characters
Maya Kacholiya, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025
Trivia: Mother’s Day
May 12, 2025
Crossword: Arts and crafts
May 9, 2025
Crossword: Around the world
May 8, 2025
Would You Rather: Star Wars
May 8, 2025
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Photos of various colleges are on display. Many high school students decide to attend college after their graduation. The pressure of getting into various colleges can affect the mental health of high schoolers, according to the International Journal of High School Research.

Preparing for the future: the impact of AP exams

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Maria Clara Farias De Albuquerque and Claire Chen squeeze in last-minute review at the library before their AP World exam, balancing textbook study with digital resources like YouTube and review sites. "I always find it helpful to combine the resources I have instead only only using one perspective," Farias de Albuquerque said.

From textbooks to TikTok: how teens are rewriting AP prep

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For many, the mass layoffs have shaken the tech industry causing them to feel lost in the darkness of where to go next.

Mass layoffs tear the golden ticket of opportunity

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Federal funding cuts under the Trump administration have left researchers uncertain about their futures and the value placed on science. Government agencies like the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are hit with layoffs, grant cuts, and cancellations due to budget threats. "The way that it's going to impact science in America is that there isn't going to be any science in America," said Colette Delawalla, founder and president of Stand Up for Science, a nonprofit organization.

Delaying progress: federal research funding on the chopping block

Campus
On the job as a night custodian during the school year, summer, and some breaks, Luis Mendoza spends eight hours each day working to make a Carlmont a better and more welcoming place. "If you're working here, you deserve to work with the best people," Mendoza said. "I just try to treat people the way I want to be treated."
Night custodian spreads kindness at Carlmont
Noah Galatin, Staff Writer • May 10, 2025
From holidays to letters of thanks, English teacher Tiffany Jay's whiteboard is filled with messages from her students. "I personally love handmade cards with thoughtful messages, and I am sure other teachers do as well," Jay said. "Additionally, many teachers appreciate a coffee or tea gift card."
Students show gratitude during Teacher Appreciation Week
Sophia-Angelie Laluc, Staff Writer • May 8, 2025
David Weyant prepares a lesson at his desk. "Business is a subject that has immense real-world applications," said David Weyant, a business teacher at Carlmont. "My lessons revolve around how students can apply the content to real situations to prepare them for the business world once they graduate."
Staff Profile: David Weyant inspires students to pursue business aspirations
Nathan Gonzales, Staff Writer • May 6, 2025
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is sworn in as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services at the White House, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. Through the Trump administration, Kennedy has since made several changes to the department, including prioritizing chronic conditions and imposing regulations on keywords in medicine-related research articles.
Editorial: US Department of Health’s censorship of medicine threatens America’s future
Editorial Staff • April 28, 2025
Food delivery services like DoorDash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats provide quick and easy access to countless restaurants. However, this convenience comes with costly effects on our health, the cultural significance of food, and the environment.
Editorial: Food delivery is eating away at our society
Editorial Staff • April 15, 2025
Members of the North Carolina State University (NCSU) chapter of the sorority Delta Zeta serve meals at their Hot Dogs for Hearing event, where all funds raised go towards their philanthropy, the Starkey Hearing Organization. Service events like these not only raise money for lifesaving non-profit organizations, but instill work ethic and strong moral beliefs in young women.
Editorial: It’s time for America to take sororities seriously
Editorial Staff • April 1, 2025

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