Katie Wheeler, Staff Writer
October 16, 2019
In two intense sets, Carlmont’s girls JV volleyball skillfully took down the previously undefeated Menlo-Atherton Bears, taking control of the first-place spot in their...
Recent Sports Stories
Carlmont Scots conquer the Hillsdale Knights
October 10, 2019
The Carlmont girls freshman volleyball team defeated Hillsdale in a quick two-set victory. The Scots played on Oct. 8 at their home court. They started the game with an...
Scots slay the Knights in close battle
October 9, 2019
Carlmont girls JV volleyball team encountered a head-to-head clash with the Hillsdale Knights, triumphant only due to their sudden surge of spirit. The Scots started...
Boys JV water polo gets washed out by Menlo-Atherton
October 8, 2019
The boys JV water polo team lost 11-3 to the Menlo-Atherton Bears in just under 45 minutes. In just four quarters, Menlo-Atherton was able to find their groove and takedown...
Cori Nicholson, Staff Writer
October 10, 2019
Music, lights, and delicious smells lured thousands into FoodieLand's Night Market. From Oct. 4 to Oct. 6, FoodieLand held its third event of this year at Golden Gate...
Recent News Stories
The Chocolate Festival is too sweet to ignore
October 10, 2019
What better way to start October than with the way it's going to end? With too much chocolate. This year marks the 37th annual Chocolate Festival, a fundraiser hosted by...
San Jose Water Lantern Festival ignites a sense of community
October 9, 2019
In a powerful celebration of life, residents designed and released hundreds of lanterns during the San Jose Water Lantern Festival. Crowds of enthusiastic...
Day of the Dead festival celebrates diversity and community
October 8, 2019
The music could be heard from blocks away, alternating between ancient, indigenous drumming and a Zumba dance class while colorful cotton candy put smiles on faces. On...
Auva Soheili and Rachel McCrea
“Climate justice, now!” chanted hordes of young protesters marching in the streets of San Francisco. Thousands of people, from toddlers to senior citizens, kicked...
Recent Features Stories
Sam Stampleman dances into the hearts of the San Francisco Ballet
The velvet curtains rustle as the dancers rush to rehearse their routines, perfect their appearance, and mentally prepare for the adrenaline of the stage. It’s the annual...
Carlmont students shed light on the abortion debate
Georgia. Alabama. Ohio. Mississippi. Kentucky. Anti-abortion legislation is continuing to spread across the United States—and it’s no different at Carlmont High School,...
Students use YouTube as a means of self-expression
A creative outlet is something many students seek as a way to express their feelings. Commonly, students do this by taking a dance class, piano lessons, or drawing. More young...
Opinion: Maturity is an illusion
October 13, 2019
When you turn 18, a switch flips. Congratulations! Society has labeled you an adult, granting you the title every child dreams of. But what's the cost of that switch? Being mature means being responsible. It's...
Thousands indulge in FoodieLand’s Night Market
October 10, 2019
Music, lights, and delicious smells lured thousands into FoodieLand's Night Market. From Oct. 4 to Oct. 6, FoodieLand held its third event of this year at Golden Gate Fields. The event featured over 100 food...
Pumpkin spice dominates over other fall flavors
October 9, 2019
Pumpkin spice season is not just a trend; it's a lifestyle. With the holiday season approaching, many Americans are getting ready to celebrate Halloween and Thanksgiving. The pumpkin seed dates back roughly...
Anna Wilkinson, Staff Writer
October 15, 2019
With over 300 toys donated to the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital overall, the Hope Brigade Club gets ready for another jam-packed year, especially with the upcoming holiday...
Recent Campus Stories
Fan experience is more than just a football game
October 15, 2019
Music. People. Blue. The experience of a football game immerses students the moment they walk in. When...
PTA art contest draws participation at Carlmont
October 14, 2019
The deadline to participate in 2019’s PTA Reflections Art Contest approaches following a first-place...
Nisha Marino, Highlander Editor-in-Chief
October 13, 2019
When you turn 18, a switch flips. Congratulations! Society has labeled you an adult, granting you the title every child dreams of. But what's the cost of that switch? Being...
Recent Opinion Stories
Opinion: Podcasts are the future of audio
October 8, 2019
The average American spends more than 4.5 hours each day listening to music. But in a few years, that...
Opinion: The stigma around teenage girls needs to stop
September 29, 2019
I remember, when I was younger, how much I didn't want to be like other girls. I prided myself on never...
Paulina Engovatov, Staff Writer
October 9, 2019
Pumpkin spice season is not just a trend; it's a lifestyle. With the holiday season approaching, many Americans are getting ready to celebrate Halloween and Thanksgiving. The...
Recent Reviews Stories
Kim Petras’ ‘Turn off the Light’ is a chilling accompaniment to the Halloween season
October 6, 2019
The second I slid on my headphones and hit "play" on the first track off of Kim Petras' "Turn off the...
Cup of Blooms offers more than its competitors
October 4, 2019
Boba shops like Teaspoon, Gong Cha, and BAMBU pack the streets of downtown San Mateo. But tucked away,...