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Actor Chris Charonis entertains the audience in a Greek mythology play produced by youth members of the Holy Cross Church titled "Echoes of Gold." This play follows the journey of greedy King Midas, who wishes for everything he touches to turn to gold, accidentally turning his daughter into gold, emphasizing the importance of family and friends over earthly possessions. "I love performing for my church in the festival and entertaining the people going," said Jared So'oto, the actor for King Midas.
Belmont Greek Festival shares a taste of Greece
Kiana Chen, Staff Writer • September 3, 2024

The 52nd annual Belmont Greek Festival celebrated Greek culture with traditional dances, songs, food, and more.  The event was held on Saturday...

As students return to school, they encounter new or updated cell phone policies that often restrict their use completely in classrooms. "So far, the teachers, staff, and parents have been very supportive of our intentional enforcement of the policy. It is too early to tell how effective we have been, but from informal conversations with teachers, they indicate there has been increased student engagement in the classroom," said Grant Steunenberg, the administrative vice principal at Carlmont.
San Mateo high schools adopt ongoing nationwide phone restrictions
Shiori Chen, Staff Writer • August 26, 2024

Ninety-seven percent of students use their phones during school hours, with a median use time of 43 minutes per day, according to a study by...

Samsung is the global leader in memory, though it faces significant competition from SK Hynix, which leads the market in artificial intelligence memory, or high-bandwidth memory. The strike represents another challenge for the tech giant.
Samsung union announces first ever strike
Bowen Yan, Staff Writer • June 4, 2024

The largest Samsung Electronics union announced a strike — a first for the 55-year-old company. The National Samsung Electronics Union,...

Features
The debate on the accessibility of firearms has been the subject of heated discussion among pro-gun and anti-gun activists. However, according to a survey taken by Newsela, nearly 45% of students across the nation stand against the rampant accessibility of firearms. "Every year, I feel as if I just see more and more gun cases on the news and school shootings, shootings in churches, shootings in malls, and public shootings in general. All of this stuff is frightening to see because what will happen as weapons become more deadly? What will happen as markets start to become more productive in the manufacturing of guns? I'm worried that if we don't have restrictions now, it would be potentially harder to set up regulations in the future, and by then, more violence would occur," said Jordan Reed, a junior at Homestead High School.
Biting the bullet: uncovering student perspectives on gun accessibility
Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • June 4, 2024

Every year, the nation is shocked as news of another shooting is shown on the TV screen. However, as officials and representatives give their...

Middle ground: Reconciling free speech and university response to pro-Palestinian protests
Middle ground: Reconciling free speech and university response to pro-Palestinian protests
Elaine Jiang, Isabelle Ling, Kiana Chen, Isabella Zarzar, and Franklin Kuo • May 31, 2024

A teacher desperately browses Zillow for an affordable home amidst the skyrocketing housing market. While most teachers are unable to afford a home with their sole income, renting is unattainable as well. This is due to 46.8% of a starting teacher’s salary being spent on rent while 30% is deemed affordable.
Bay Area teacher salaries fall behind rising home prices
Maya Godina, Staff Writer • May 31, 2024

Most people spend more than 12 years of their lives in a classroom. During these 12 years, they are bound to meet at least one teacher who significantly...

Sports
Opinion
Many kinds of water bottles have become popular on social media, encouraging people to buy new ones or multiple of the same one that they don't need.
Opinion: Social media is promoting excessive overconsumption
Samantha Crowther, Staff Writer • September 3, 2024
It was recently ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly. The Department of Justice is currently discussing steps on breaking it up.
Opinion: Google should be broken up
Kian Bhatt, Staff Writer • August 28, 2024
A student places her phone in the phone pocket in her classroom. Each pocket is labeled with numbers and students' names in each period, so the teacher can ensure all students' phones are accounted for and simultaneously take attendance.
Opinion: Schools need stricter cellphone policies
Samantha Crowther, Staff Writer • May 29, 2024
Entertainment
Crossword: Fairytales and Fantasies
Crossword: Fairytales and Fantasies
Wesley Kron, Staff Writer • September 13, 2024
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Crossword: Bestsellers and Classics
Emi Pajarillo, Scot Scoop Editor • September 12, 2024
Quiz: Which signature fall scent are you?
Quiz: Which signature fall scent are you?
Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • September 11, 2024
Cartoons
While awareness of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety has increased over the last decade, understanding of the mental health of those with hearing impairments falls short. As of 2021, a calculated 1.9% of United States citizens struggle with hearing, and an estimated 1.6 million deaf adults are diagnosed with anxiety or depression disorders. A rational guess for this mental illness epidemic is the subject of language deprivation. Due to the language barriers between those of hearing and those without it, hard-of-hearing individuals often feel socially isolated. Deaf adults struggle to acquire the support they need with their mental health since most healthcare providers are not adequately trained to aid those with hearing problems. Sign language must be taught extensively to develop a more accessible world for those with hearing struggles, and learning it must be required for certain professions, such as healthcare workers and therapists, to better assist those with hearing impairments.
Cartoon: Silent treatment
Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer • September 12, 2024
Last week, Sabrina Carpenter broke music chart records with her new single "Taste" and her sassy and sensual album, "Short n' Sweet." Carpenter is the first female artist to ever place an Official Chart Double on the Official U.K. Albums Chart and the Official U.K. Singles Chart, while also landing the top three singles. She has also gotten the top album and top three singles in Australia's music charts, as well as a No.1 on the Billboard 200. With Short n' Sweet, Carpenter demonstrates power in femininity and solidifies her place as one of the world's biggest pop stars.
Cartoon: Slaying the charts
Keira Sarmiento, Staff Writer • September 10, 2024
Half a dozen Bangladeshi police officers blindfolded and handcuffed law student Iftekhar Alam after bursting into his apartment and dragging him outside. Alam was taken as a political prisoner since he was involved in anti-government protests and associated with influential protest leaders. His captors threatened and pressured him to expose the location of these leaders. Alam was tortured and could not speak properly after being rescued, according to his father. “I was like, ‘There is no escaping from this, and my life will end here, and no one will know,’” Alam said. Alam was rescued, but the whereabouts and status of over a hundred others experiencing the same crisis remain unknown. Immediate action must be taken to find and bring the rest of the prisoners home.
Cartoon: Torture and tyranny
Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer • September 8, 2024
Trending Stories
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Actor Chris Charonis entertains the audience in a Greek mythology play produced by youth members of the Holy Cross Church titled "Echoes of Gold." This play follows the journey of greedy King Midas, who wishes for everything he touches to turn to gold, accidentally turning his daughter into gold, emphasizing the importance of family and friends over earthly possessions. "I love performing for my church in the festival and entertaining the people going," said Jared So'oto, the actor for King Midas.

Belmont Greek Festival shares a taste of Greece

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The blue donkey and red elephant continue to battle amidst growing chasm of differences. "Societal polarization, which is somehow the center, is going away. We're dividing out into two camps, and we could be doing that politically with moderates and centrists disappearing and everybody moving to either the liberal extreme or the conservative extreme," Professor Geoffrey Layman said.

Polarization: Upcoming elections highlight political division

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The prices of beverages such as coffee and boba have gone up over the past few years. Factors such as better quality ingredients, inflation, and social media have all played a part in the high prices.

Spilling the tea on high drink prices

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Fire Station 16, situated on Alameda de las Pulgas in San Carlos, continues to undergo its replacement project. The project's purpose is to update the station to improve its safety and effectiveness in emergency situations. "Safety is our number one priority, and that's not only for the fire personnel but also for the public surrounding the station," said retired Fire Captain Keith Roberts.

San Carlos fire station to reopen soon

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Senior Isabella Salazar cheers on the front rail with a poster. The Associated Student Body (ASB) helped deck out the student section by making posters, handing out star-shaped sunglasses, face paint, and body glitter. "I love the energy at the game and seeing everyone go all out for the theme. I’m super excited for the rest of the season and seeing what the themes are going to be for future games," Salazar said.

In Photos: Scots triumph over Trojans for first season win

Campus
A Roto-Rooter truck arrives at Carlmont to fix the sewer clog before any leaks can spill. The worker fixes the issue quickly, allowing people to use the S, T, U bathrooms again.
Breaking news: Carlmont sewer clog releases disrupting odors across campus
Lara Ibasco, Staff Writer • August 29, 2024
Carlmont student Nathaniel Dempsey working on an extra credit opportunity in class right before it is due. “I had forgotten about this extra credit opportunity to write a speech for Memorial Day. It just slipped my mind because I've practically finished history,” Dempsey said.
Students scramble to boost grades as the semester closes
Benjamin Taylor, Staff Writer • May 31, 2024
Social Studies teacher Greer Stone prepares for upcoming finals. Despite often being overshadowed by student stress, teachers nevertheless word hard to wrap up the school year.
Teachers prepare for approaching finals
Gianna Madra, Staff Writer • May 31, 2024
Podcasts
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Editorials
For every student proudly posting their college decision, there are plenty more students disappointed by their college rejections.
Editorial: College decision accounts do more harm than good
Editorial Staff and Charlotte Gordon • May 28, 2024
The negotiations displayed in the image represent global politics — a topic that many young Americans need to become more familiar with.
Editorial: High schools should teach current events
Editorial Staff • May 28, 2024
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