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

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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.

Scot Scoop News

Austin Brazil

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer

Austin Brazil is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and is currently enrolled in AS Media Arts English. Austin enjoys informing the public of events in their community. Austin is also in Key Club,  an organization that volunteers around the community.

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The California Academy of Sciences, located in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, is where Carlmont's prom will be hosted

Breaking News: Mask mandate lifted for Carlmont prom

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer April 28, 2022

In a sudden announcement to Carlmont students and families, Activities Director Jim Kelly announced that masks would no longer be mandated at Carlmont’s prom. “In keeping with our District COVID...

The empty Carlmont quad in the morning stands in contrast to a full Carlmont quad early in the afternoon due to the adapted CAASPP schedule.

Students hold mixed views of CAASPP schedule

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer April 15, 2022

An adapted schedule has been created for the CAASSP (a California standardized test), benefiting some classes but leaving others with an early start to their morning. The schedule consists of an 8:57...

Junior Class President Max Vano directs his attention towards the audience during a school wide assembly.

ASB class presidents reveal plans for future

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer March 22, 2022

Following a long and tiring election process, the winners of Carlmont's ASB officer positions were announced on March 7. While many of the winning candidates are returning, there are a few new faces. The...

Custodians often work lengthy hours each day to ensure campuses are clean and safe for students.

Working in the shadows

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer March 2, 2022

Showing up at 4 a.m. and leaving late at night, pushing to finish grueling work throughout the day, and leaving without a single thank you sounds almost unimaginable for many people. However, this is the...

The aftermath of the car accident outside Carlmont's senior parking lot.

Breaking News: Car accident halts traffic at Carlmont

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer February 9, 2022

*Article updated on Feb. 16 A car accident involving two vehicles occurred on Feb. 8, just outside of Carlmont High School's senior parking lot. While there are no reports of injuries, both cars involved...

 A mountain lion prowls at night. Early this morning, an aggressive mountain lion was identified near Carlmont.

Breaking News: Mountain lion sighting shocks residents

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer January 19, 2022

*Article updated on Jan. 22 A mountain lion classified as aggressive was spotted in Belmont, CA at approximately 2 a.m. on Jan. 19. The mountain lion was confirmed to have attacked and killed another...

Arata's Pumpkin Farm truck just outside the historic barn, described as "crucial to getting the full Arata experience," by visitor Shane Greenfeld.

Arata’s Pumpkin Farm entertains visitors through the fall season

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer November 2, 2021

Excitement, fear, confusion, these emotions are all attainable when visiting Arata's Pumpkin Farm. From the festive decorations to the farm animals to the most significant attraction, The Labyrinth,...

The Patriot Team Jets streak through the air at Fleet Week. “ [They left] the most beautiful color trails behind,” viewer Ava Brownlee said.

Fleet Week sails smoothly over the bay

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer October 12, 2021

Navy carriers and planes of all sorts came together in the bay this week for the annual San Fransisco Fleet Week. Held Oct. 3-11, the successful event drew large swaths of visitors crowds. Thousands...

The race will begin and finish in Twin Pines Park.

Water Dog Run coordinators race to finish preparations

Austin Brazil, Staff Writer September 26, 2021

Event coordinators for the Water Dog Run are feverishly working on final preparations and plans as the anticipated annual community event draws near. The Water Dog Run is set to take place on Saturday,...

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