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.

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

Scot Scoop News
Ami Dong

Ami Dong, Staff Writer

Ami Dong (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School. This is her first year writing for the Scot Scoop, and she’s excited to be a part of the journalism program. In her free time, you can find her dancing at football games, hanging out with friends, or studying for her next test.

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Kumiko Morimoto, a calligraphy instructor, demonstrates the basic strokes of traditional Japanese calligraphy to create Kakizome for the new year. Kakizome is a traditional calligraphy writing that is practice during the new year season. "In the Bay Area, there are so many people who do Kakizome in their own homes with their own family," Morimoto said.

Japantown hosts kakizome calligraphy workshop to ring in the new year

Ami Dong, Staff Writer • January 14, 2025

In light of the new year, Japantown San Francisco hosted their first calligraphy writing workshop, where participants practiced kakizome. “Kakizome refers to the first time of the year that Japanese...

A person carefully wraps a gift, showcasing the unique and personal touches that come with gift giving, one of many holiday traditions. "Gift giving isn't an obligation, it's more a sign of affection. If I give you a gift, I shouldn't expect a gift in return," said Jasmine Lee, a sophomore at Carlmont High School.

Established holiday traditions continue to evolve and inspire festivity

Ami Dong, Staff Writer • December 12, 2024

Cutting down a Christmas tree. Wrapping presents. Spinning dreidels.  Every year, people from various backgrounds celebrate the holiday season with traditions rooted in society.  Since the classical...

The SCSCA partnered with the City of San Carlos to create a mural on Laurel Street. This mural is a joint effort between two artists, one from San Carlos and one from Omura. "The mural is a testification to the strong friendship between the two cities," said Leonor Urbain, the president of the SCSCA.

Sister city connections bridge cultures and build friendships

Ami Dong, Staff Writer • November 15, 2024

The San Carlos Sister City Association (SCSCA) offers a unique summer exchange program opportunity for high school students. San Carlos is the sister city of Omura, Nagasaki, in Japan. According to...

Museum visitors add their bias names to a metallic mural at the exhibit. In K-pop, a "bias" refers to one's favorite group group member. "The biggest groups currently for girl groups are Aespa, New Jeans, Blackpink, and Twice. For boy groups, they are Tomorrow by Together (TXT), Stray Kids, and BTS," To said.

The Korean wave hits San Francisco with new Hallyu exhibit

Ami Dong, Staff Writer • October 27, 2024

The San Francisco Asian Art Museum (AAM) recently opened a new exhibition on Hallyu, the Korean wave. The new exhibition contains around 200 objects and artworks to demonstrate the widespread impact...

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