Phoebe Gulsen and Anna Cassidy

December 16, 2019

As spirits seemed down due to upcoming finals week, Carlmont's Associated Student Body (ASB) organized the annual “Holiday Village,” a set of holiday-themed activities during lunch in the quad. Throughout the week, ASB set up multiple activities such as cookie decorating, a visit from Santa, a...

Molly Donaldson, Staff Writer

December 16, 2019

Carolers decked the halls of Carlmont during Friday night's annual Winter Concert. Over 100 choir students climbed the poinsettia-lined risers on the stage of the Performing Arts Center to ring in the holidays during an evening of beautiful harmonies and festive favorites. The performers had been...

Mari Ramirez, Staff Writer

December 14, 2019

It’s the time of year where the quad transforms into a winter wonderland, filled with holiday activities in which students participate. The Holiday Village is an annual tradition that students can always count on. The village is set up for students to enjoy the week before finals. On Dec. 12,...

Maya Kornyeyeva, Staff Writer

December 10, 2019

With the first semester coming to an end, members of Carlmont's hip-hop club took their first steps towards planning the Heritage Fair. A lively atmosphere filled the dance studio as the group gathered to learn their first section of choreography, build strong bonds, and socialize. Although the...

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer

December 9, 2019

Carlmont Choir held its seventh annual Holiday Sing-Along in an effort to promote holiday cheer with a free community event. The Carlmont auditorium was filled with students dressed as elves whose costumes and songs attracted hundreds of kids. Each year, choir students have the opportunity to try...

Sabrina Lo, Staff Writer

December 8, 2019

As students and parents pass through the office, they are greeted by the friendly faces of the secretaries. But, they do so much more than make people feel welcome.  With a shared desire to help kids receive a better education, the four secretaries work as a united team to ensure that Carlmont runs...

Leanna Gower, Staff Writer

December 5, 2019

As finals are just around the corner, students find themselves struggling to study for their upcoming exams. Many are overloaded with assignments leading up to review week, resulting in an overwhelming amount of stress.  “There’s always a large number of homework assignments in the weeks before...

Adila Azizali, Staff Writer

December 5, 2019

Religion is a sensitive topic to touch on. Due to the different views and opinions based on the subject, it is adequately discussed. High school students have reached the age where they are able to formulate their own thoughts and ideas surrounding different beliefs. Jewish Club offers a space for mainly...

Kai Yoshida and Jack Hansen

December 5, 2019

Carlmont constructed a $6.7 million lab building in 2011. The goal? To introduce possibilities for students. Since 2002, Carlmont has been offering biotechnology courses. However, in 2015, the school launched a three-year cross-curricular program centrally focused on biotech, called the Biotechnology...

Camille Kay, Staff Writer

December 3, 2019

From sports to after school activities, Monty is always spreading school spirit and giving high-fives to the crowd.  Carlmont’s mascot, most students know him as Monty, cheers mostly in the Screaming Scots section at various sports games. He creates a positive atmosphere and gives off good energy...