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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News
The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

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Amber Chow

Amber Chow, Staff Writer

Amber (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and is a staff writer at Scot Scoop. She is a coxswain on a rowing team and enjoys drawing and crocheting in her free time.

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In today's healthcare system, a doctor's stethoscope is more for just listening to heartbeats- tuned to the sound of cash flow. These days, patients are worried about more than just their health and a speedy recovery; they're also concerned about the piling medical bills. The US has spent millions on the industry just for the money to vanish. Given the overpriced prescriptions and lack of insurance coverage, the system seems focused on profit rather than patient care. When getting sick feels like an unaffordable luxury, one has to ask who the healthcare industry is healing.

Cartoon: Profits over patient care

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • March 24, 2025

Historically, women have fought for rights ranging from suffrage to the right to own property. This March, women have been directing protests toward the Trump administration to preserve the rights they have and advocate for more transgender rights.

[Photo] Students march into Women’s History Month

Addya Agarwal, Staff Writer • March 21, 2025

Historically, women have fought for rights ranging from suffrage to the right to own property. This March, women have been directing protests toward the Trump administration to preserve the rights they...

Student debt shouldn’t be a factor or why someone doesn’t go to college, but for many, it does. Instead of choosing the best college with the best education quality for a student’s goals, they are forced to pick based on price and affordability. The stress of lifelong debt takes a toll on not just a student’s wallets but also their mental and physical health. Education should open doors, not chain students to a lifetime of financial struggle.

Cartoon: The lifetime bill of education

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • March 7, 2025

In the buzzing world of K-pop, there are many dedicated fans. However, some intense fans can sometimes cross the line into obsession. Some fans develop an emotional attachment to the idols that can lead to entitlement over an idol’s choice. While fan support is crucial, there is a fine line between admiration and intrusion. To maintain a healthy fan to idol relationship, it is key to realize boundaries of artists.

Cartoon: Krazy for K-pop

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • March 2, 2025

Period products are often treated with a sense of secrecy, similar to how drugs are hidden and whispered about. Many girls, especially students feel pressured to keep these 'forbidden' items out of sight. This suppression can reinforce social stigmas and can make menstruation seem shameful. The silence only perpetuates the embarrassment around a normal part of life.

Cartoon: Period products are not drugs

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • March 2, 2025

Phones with TikTok pre-installed have been listed on websites for staggering prices ranging from $1,000-$10,000. With the recent TikTok ban, phones pre-installed with the app have become rare. Government restrictions have prevented people from downloading the app once deleted. People are now desperate to get their hands on the phones, however, the prices on the phones are too excessive. It feels like an overinflated marketing gimmick. It turns a simple device into a must-have for the TikTok obsessed.

Cartoon: The TikTok phone frenzy

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • February 7, 2025

The ban on TikTok left millions of users saddened after becoming part of their daily lives. It has become more than just an app for entertainment, it was become a community and a platform that has created thousands of jobs, leaving some worried about the future. However, just 12 hours later surprisingly, the ban was lifted. Right before his inauguration, President Donald Trump issued an executive order for the ban to be delayed. The online community rejoiced. Turns out, the ban was a quick pause. We all just need a break from scrolling, even if it’s just for. 12 hours!

Cartoon: Temporary TikTok trouble

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • February 2, 2025

 

It’s common for students to feel immense pressure when preparing for the SAT. The stress of the weight that the test carries for college admissions combined with the high expression of parents creates axiety. Students struggle to balance SAT prep, extracurricular activities, school work, and personal life. The anxiety the prep causes can lead to burn out, sleeplesss nights, and the constant cycle of self doubt as the test day looms closer.

Cartoon: SAT study struggles

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • February 2, 2025

In today’s society, overconsumption has become a common trend. With the popular app TikTok, influencers constantly promote the latest trend. The Get Ready with Me and lifestyle videos are among the many ways influencers entice viewers into buying items. It creates a sense of craving and need for the latest trending item. Students can feel pressured to buy the newest trending item. However, once purchased, the thrill of the product fades. It’s soon discarded and neglected, placed on a shelf, stored in a box, or shoved in a drawer. The cycle of overconsumption harms the environment through the increasing amount of waste it produces.

Cartoon: Trendy trash

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • January 21, 2025

Members of Carlmont's Pokémon Club engage in a Pokémon Tournament. They searched up the type of matchups for the tournament. "It was a massive morale boost to the club and we had a great amount of participation," said Jonathan Yip, one of the vice presidents.

Pokémon Club catches new members

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • December 13, 2024

Pokémon Club consists of a space where fans of the franchise connect over their love for the games, anime, and trading cards.  The club started as a small idea that evolved into an extensive community...

The dance floor at Pinstripes radiates a vibrant feeling as students celebrate homecoming. The event fosters school spirit and is held every year.

[Photo] Students dance the night away at homecoming

Amber Chow, Staff Writer • October 20, 2024

Students express their enthusiasm and add to the joyful atmosphere. They engage in lively dancing at Pinstripes.

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