When living in the digital age, screen time is a necessity. If you want to call someone, look something up, or check your schedule, it's all on your phone. We have grown to be so reliant on our devices, it's hard for us to restrict ourselves and others. According to BBC, people spend an average of...
Receiving a passing grade no longer requires student attendance. The Sequoia Union High School District (SUHSD) Board of Trustees voted to remove the Non-Attendance (N/A) policy on Nov. 16. The Board introduced the N/A policy in 1997; it was initially a grading option for students who were already...
With the hustle and bustle of the school day, as students rush to see friends or take the quickest route to class, one location often makes them stop and turn: the Student Store. At the Student Store, a student has multiple options with a dollar in hand, ranging from an ice cream sandwich to a bag...
Thanksgiving is the most popular holiday in the United States. Thanksgiving has a popularity rate of 81% in the U.S., as of 2021. Thanksgiving is the main holiday to catch a break and reconnect with family and friends. It is a holiday filled with different family traditions and fun events that we all...
While the actors are moving on and off stage between acts, the Carlmont Technical Theater Association (CTTA) is behind the scenes, ensuring the play runs smoothly. CTTA is a Carlmont club that played a key role in Carlmont's fall play, “Scenes from Metamorphoses.” But instead of being in the spotlight,...
Carlmont's student composers demonstrate their creativity by participating in the arrangement of music for both the pep band and their enjoyment. Home football games are popular among Carlmont students because they provide an excellent opportunity for students to show support towards their school....
Carlmont students who want to apply for courses that they are passionate about but are not at Carlmont can have the courses provided at Carlmont if they go through various approval steps. Some students feel that although Carlmont provides many courses, other courses would get them closer to their...
Injuries and disabilities create a multitude of challenges when it comes to getting around Carlmont's hilly campus. Injured or disabled students face added pressure during evacuations, regardless of whether they are a drill or a real situation. During the month of October, several safety drills took...
Students, especially those in their teen years, often find they need accommodations to get them through school successfully. Some must advocate for themselves if they want those accommodations. However, Alexander Kingston, an accommodations and self-advocation activist, notes how difficult it can...
Carlmont Choir worked together to create a memorable performance despite challenges regarding the absence of their choir director, Genevive Tep. The cabaret show, which runs annually, is mostly student-led, featuring solo artists and small ensembles. Performers choose their own music, as long as it...