Editorial: Being bad at school doesn’t mean you aren’t smart
Editorial Staff, Editors
October 22, 2020
When our daily lives revolve around education, one of the most prized traits is "smartness." Getting high grades, doing well on tests, and grasping the material quickly is paramount to being a good student. However, this emphasis on high numbers and rapid understanding can leave many students in the dus...
Opinion: The internet brings us together
Pavel Turovski, Staff Writer
October 18, 2020
The internet is more than social media. Treat it that way. There’s no question that the internet’s social media apps have redefined how people traditionally connect with the outside world. These apps feed their users precisely what they have chosen to see, rather than the full picture. This has ca...
Editorial: The presidential debate heightened extreme partisanship
Editorial Staff, Editors
October 15, 2020
Chaotic. Child-like. Pain-inducing. Those are just a few of the myriad words one could use to describe the first presidential debate of 2020 on Sept. 29. Behind the bickering were political stances and policies, yet it was increasingly difficult for the audience to grasp those crucial aspects of the debat...
Opinion: The internet is dividing us
Emma O'Connor, Staff Writer
October 14, 2020
There's a reason the U.S. is more divided now than ever before. That reason is the internet. Popular apps are programmed to keep their users engaged, so they only give you content that you want to see. At first, this may seem like a good thing. Say you enjoy baking; once the algorithm realizes you ...
Editorial: Artists cannot be separated from their work
Editorial Staff, Editors
October 5, 2020
It can be frustrating to learn that an influential person in society has become a bad example for others to follow. However, as people are discovering that some of their role models have said or done inexcusable things in the past, the question remains: If the person’s past actions have been deemed u...
Opinion: Carlmont’s Wednesday assignments should be explicitly defined
Pavel Turovski, Staff Writer
October 3, 2020
A Carlmont student wakes up on Wednesday morning. While she is relieved that Zoom isn't on her schedule today, she grudgingly opens her calendar to reveal an army of little bubbles. As she scrolls through the numerous titles, she feels the weight of each assignment adding to her schedule. She quickly mov...
Editorial: We need to be more aware of the damaging nature of social media
Editorial Staff, Editors
September 30, 2020
In a society where social media is so prevalent, it's surprising that many are unaware of the mentally devastating impacts it can have on teens. If we wish to fix this, we need to further educate ourselves and bring awareness to these detriments. Ask any adolescent whether or not they have social media, and th...
Opinion: Celebrities shouldn’t be idolized
Emma O'Connor, Staff Writer
September 29, 2020
When I think of Elvis Presley, I think about how he was the King of Rock and Roll, how he broke the 1950s conservative standards of dance, and of course, his signature hairstyle. Little did I know that the same Elvis Presley that people idolize for his music made questionable decisions regarding his relatio...
Opinion: Disregarding Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s dying wish is a breach in democracy
Auva Soheili, Staff Writer
September 22, 2020
"My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed." In her final days, these were some of the last words Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wanted the public to know. Now, only a few days later, her legacy and our rights are all at risk. Senate Majority...
Editorial: Diversity isn’t what queer people should want
Editorial Staff, Editors
September 20, 2020
Villains can be some of the most memorable characters in the media that we consume. Done right, they can evoke a blend of fear, anger, and awe from an audience member. But too often, writers and producers rely on tropes that revolve around conditioned responses of disgust, rather than writing a full, co...
Opinion: Closing public recreation areas makes no sense
Pavel Turovski, Staff Writer
September 19, 2020
In today’s modern society, open spaces are available to many at a premium. Especially to those who live in densely populated cities, parks provide one of the few places where one can walk a dog or play with their children after a tumultuous day of work and being cooped up in the house. Despite this, ...
Opinion: Planned Parenthood is more than an abortion clinic
Emma O'Connor, Staff Writer
September 14, 2020
Calling Planned Parenthood an abortion clinic is like calling Starbucks just a coffee shop. Sure, Starbucks is a coffee shop, but it’s also a place where people study and sit down to read the newspaper. It’s even a place for parents to grab their kids a quick bite to eat before shuttling th...
Noah Braunstein, Staff Writer
This year, from Oct. 10 to 25, the City of Belmont is hosting its third annual Water Dog Run, a community fundraiser that supports local education. The format of this year's...
Chelsea Chang, Staff Writer
Belief: Antibiotics, disinfectants, and supplements can treat COVID-19. Reality: There is no evidence to suggest that any of the substances listed above can effectively...
Ethan Man, Segment Producer
Tell Me About Yourself is a series where Ethan Man sits down and asks Carlmont teachers about their personal lives, work, and changes in both due to COVID-19. This time, we...
Kiana George, Segment Producer
Jeff Roller and Tim Hall took on the challenge of growing the world's most difficult crop: Wasabi. Now their fresh wasabi is being served in some of the countries' top restaurants. Music:...
Nikhil Vyas, Staff Writer
Dominion is one of my favorite games of all time, and it's a top-rated game among all kinds of board gamers. This week, I'm looking into the second expansion for Dominion,...
Nyah Simpson, Staff Writer
With schools moving online, students are presented with a new set of challenges as they attempt to navigate the stress of a normal school year from home. In March of this...
Editorial Staff, Editors
When our daily lives revolve around education, one of the most prized traits is "smartness." Getting high grades, doing well on tests, and grasping the material quickly is...
Kaylene Lin, Scot Scoop Editor
"A bird that has been oiled, coming into care at the right time, can be fully washed and rehabilitated and released and live a very happy life." Often when talking...
Andrew Tolu and Lindsay Augustine
As museums around the country are in danger of closing their doors due to a lack of funding, Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos is holding a virtual gala in an attempt...
Ava Litvak, Staff Writer
Due to online distance learning, Carlmont's student attendance is facing unique obstacles. Since March 2020, schools across the nation have been operating entirely online....