New intervention counseling position reinforces student’s support system
Brandon Moon, Staff Writer
October 19, 2019
The Sequoia Union High School District Board of Trustees approved the intervention counseling position to be in place during this school year. An intervention counselor is involved with all students that require a support plan, otherwise known as but not limited to a 504 plan. They tend to the student's ...
F to U hall walk leaves students out of breath and tardy
Keya Arora, Staff Writer
October 19, 2019
For most high school students, the passing period is something of a relief — a welcomed, although short break to talk to friends, use the bathroom, or check social media. But for Carlmont students with the F to U hall walk, the passing period is almost entirely the opposite. It's the endless walk, or for most people, the infinit...
The unseen significance of administrators
Preston Kwok and Ryan Ng
October 19, 2019
Although the responsibilities of an administrator are countless, their efforts go unnoticed by many students. The administrative staff regularly overcome new challenges in order to keep the school functioning smoothly. From looking after students to planning the new bell schedule, an optimist...
French Honor Society celebrates French culture and language
Chelsea Chang, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
The French Honor Society is a national organization dedicated to enriching the lives of students through French culture and language. At Carlmont, it does just that. Students gather in S24 at lunch to discuss current events, their interests, and other casual topics that relate to French. The club ...
Blood drive allows students to save lives in a heartbeat
Nikhil Vyas, Staff Writer
October 17, 2019
Many students and staff donated their blood at Carlmont’s first blood drive of the year on Thursday in the student union. Some walked out as accomplished donors, but others left, ineligible to donate their blood. To donate in Carlmont's annual blood drive, participants must meet specific age requirements. Despite the...
Hope Brigade Club gets students involved in the community
Anna Wilkinson, Staff Writer
October 15, 2019
With over 300 toys donated to the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, the Hope Brigade Club gets ready for another jam-packed year, especially with the upcoming holiday season. The president of the club, Cindy Chen, started this club to honor her mother. It went from a simple idea to a diverse gr...
Fan experience is more than just a football game
Allison Raisner, Staff Writer
October 15, 2019
Music. People. Blue. The experience of a football game immerses students the moment they walk in. When they enter, they are given a series of choices to make: buy a boba tea, head to the Snack Shack, sit in the regular bleachers, sit in the Screamin' Scots section, or get their face painted. "It's...
PTA art contest draws participation at Carlmont
Miles Oetzel
October 14, 2019
The deadline to participate in the 2019 PTA Reflections Art Contest approaches following a first-place performance at the state level by a Carlmont student last year. Submissions are due by Nov. 8 for the nation-wide contest, which covers a variety of artistic topics. In May of 2019, Cindy Chen, a Carlmo...
In It to Win It meeting sparks class rivalry
Leanna Gower, Staff Writer
October 13, 2019
As homecoming rolls around, so do the homecoming activities, such as In It to Win It: a night of competitions and games between classes that fosters unity, and ignites the age-old class rivalries. This year, In It to Win It takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 22, and ASB held a meeting to preview t...
Ukulele Club bonds students through music
Maya Kornyeyeva, Staff Writer
October 13, 2019
As the first meeting of the year commenced, the Ukulele Club welcomed its new and returning members with open arms. Students of all grades gathered at the front of the room with ukuleles in hand, ready to introduce themselves and learn their first couple of chords. Throughout its existence, the...
Sophomores gear up for the 2019 powderpuff season
Sean Liuli and David Su
October 12, 2019
After two crushing defeats in their first year of powderpuff against the classes of 2019 and 2020, the "Swaggy Sophomores" have returned with newfound determination and the need to redeem themselves. Despite a low turnout to their first practice, the sophomore powderpuff team is confident in their abili...
DECA installs a brighter future among their students
Adila Azizali, Staff Writer
October 12, 2019
Carlmont DECA is a club that arranges students into their future ideals of business, management, and marketing finance. The purpose of the club is to guide students in competing events and to educate scholars on business concepts, which may be beneficial for college. “DECA is an international business o...
Francesca D'Urzo, Staff Writer
After moving away from home, she had no friends, no belongings, and no passion. She tried to distract herself with the few art supplies she was able to keep. And before...
Editorial Staff, Site Editors
"Please take out your cell phones." As the minute bell echoed through the halls of Carlmont High School on the first day back to school, teachers were already asking students...
Sophia Morgan, Staff Writer
As the gym fills with the steady beat of the “Cha-Cha Slide,” students laugh while executing the steps. Some students fumble with their movements, but more experienced...
Elle Horst, Staff Writer
In an effort to reduce student workloads, Carlmont decided to implement a modified block schedule in the 2019-20 school year. Due to many teachers’ routines drastically...
Amber Chia, Staff Writer
The long-awaited letter that would ultimately determine his future arrived in his mailbox. His hands shook as he slowly tore the envelope open, hoping his stats were competitive...
Joshua Baxter, Staff Writer
When the Lady Scots varsity soccer team took the field against their rival Ravens, they knew that their opponent had not yet suffered a loss through 10 games. However, they...
Nikhil Vyas, Staff Writer
Members of the Plastic Models Club work persistently on their projects at the weekly club meetings. From the initial build to outlining the final touches, everyone strives...
Ava Richards, Segment Producer
Despite being an integral part of welcoming summer vacation, many remain unaware of the work that goes into creating the yearbook. The lengthy process starts and ends with...
Josh Barde, Segment Producer
The Homeless Cat Network has been helping the community for over 28 years, keeping the feral cat population under control and giving stray cats new and better homes. If...
Payton Zolck, Staff Writer
A young girl. She has been told her whole life she is something worth less than a cow. By the time she is a teenager, her father and uncles have already picked an older...