It's finally review week, which means seniors are done with classes and are graduating next week. In the final episode of The Senior Scoop, join hosts Ava Richards and Mari Ramirez as they reflect on their...

As the end of the school year approaches, seniors are committing to colleges and creating new lives for themselves. It's definitely a time to celebrate. In this episode of The Senior Scoop, join hosts...

A major part of academic life is taking AP classes and the exams that come with them. In this episode of The Senior Scoop, join hosts Ava Richards and Mari Ramirez in a discussion with senior Lauren Chong...

Under normal conditions, students and performers alike would be getting ready for the Heritage Fair, one of many annual events that ASB has to offer. In this episode of The Senior Scoop, join hosts Ava...

Growing up comes with more responsibilities, and in high school that often means finding your first job or learning how to budget money. In this episode of The Senior Scoop, join hosts Ava Richards and...

Welcome to February! If this were a typical year, the performing arts department would be entangled with the shenanigans of musical season, finalizing set pieces, reworking lighting cues, and rehearsing...

Just like that, semester one is done and semester two has begun! For our seniors, this means college decisions and graduation are just around the corner. But that's not all! Around this time frame, senioritis...

The end of the year is approaching fast! That means the December holidays and the new year are around the corner, but at the same time, so are finals. Finals are always a stressful time for students, and...

The end of November is looming, which only means one thing for high school seniors: college applications are due. Whether students decide to apply for early action or regular decision, this time of the...

With our senior year being moved online, it's easy for us to dwell on what we could have had. As the end of October is just around the corner, we've already missed things like Homecoming, football games,...

Extracurriculars are one of the special opportunities that allow students to pursue their interests. Whether they’re career orientated or just for fun, these activities help make the high school experience...

Long, grueling practices, high-intensity games, and cheering crowds. Sports are, undoubtedly, a large aspect of Carlmont culture, and play a crucial role in many student's lives. However, this is truly...

Homework and home-life don’t always go hand-in-hand. Sometimes we forget that we can’t compromise on our mental health, even if it means excelling in school. In the second of The Senior Scoop, join...

Every August, students everywhere dread hearing that "school's back in session." With summer coming to an end, the hard work and endless nights of homework begin. While some students have an easy time...

“Reap What You Sew” tells the story of a 17-year-old girl named Auva Soheili with a drive to fix social injustice around the world… through clothing! In 2019, Auva started her own clothing line,...

Every series must eventually come to an end, and it is often bittersweet to part with. This episode is all about what we appreciate the most about technical theater, and tying up everything we've talked...

Scones can be eaten plain or with a myriad of fillings and toppings, which makes them so easy and fun to make! In the final episode of Quaran-Tea Time, join host Ava Richards as she shares her favorite...

Cinnamon rolls are a very classic and tasty dessert, but they take a lot of time to perfect. The professionals can take hours to mix the ingredients correctly and make sure the dough has risen sufficiently....

Bread pudding is an extremely simple and modifiable dessert. It can be made with any type of bread, fillings, or toppings that you might have lying in your kitchen, which is perfect for quarantine! In...

Due to the quarantine, yeast has become a rare item at some grocery stores as many people have decided to spend this time baking. In this episode of Quaran-Tea Time, follow along as Ava Richards prepares...

Theatrical shows have always been top-rated attractions, with millions attending performances each year. However, in the light of a pandemic, stages across the world have been going dark. This episode,...

Chocolate chip cookies are a staple in American culture and one of the most widely loved comfort foods. But with hundreds of recipes and techniques to choose from, which one is truly the best? In the second...

Instead of wasting the hours away scrolling through social media during this period of quarantine caused by COVID-19, why not bake a delicious treat? In this first episode of Quaran-Tea Time, follow along...

Despite the name, not everything about technical theater is quite so technical — one of the lesser known, yet equally essential, steps to a successful production is to create connections with the people...

"The many faces of the mountain" is a textbook term that describes how technical theater can take a simple performance and transform it into an elaborate, intriguing story that is sure to be memorable...

Technical theater is a very demanding job, as others’ lives often depend on it. This episode covers topics such as rigging, battens, and the orchestra pit, illustrating the many dangers that theaters...

During the weeks leading up to the Heritage Fair, ASB's Publicity Commission paints posters to bring the assembly to life with colorful decor. This year, the commission was tasked to recreate famous artwork...

“Technical heater?” is one of the many baffled responses received when a handful of random people were asked the main question this episode revolves around: What is technical theater? This introductory...

Despite being an integral part of welcoming summer vacation, many remain unaware of the work that goes into creating the yearbook. The lengthy process starts and ends with Carlmont’s dedicated yearbook...

ASB's Human Relations Commission hosted their biannual Dogs in the Quad event on Friday, Dec 6. to help students relax before the stress of dead week and finals. But this year there was an additional surprise...

Ava Richards offers her thoughts on the second season of "The End Of The F***ing World," explaining its major faults and minimals assets. Some of her talking points include the purpose, visual appeal,...

The annual Great Glass Pumpkin Patch allows the participating artists to showcase and sell their work to the Palo Alto community; it likewise gives the Bay Area a space to appreciate each other's glass...

The beginning of the football season marks a new year for members of the Screamin' Scots to show off their school spirit, creating a nonjudgemental and welcoming community for all.

Ava Richards expresses her opinion on the negativity that the "VSCO girl" aesthetic has recently gained on social media, and encourages the community to be more welcoming and accepting towards their peers.

Ava Richards reports on the luau that the Carlmont Choirs held. The party honored several students with awards and concluded with a homemade video full of photos and memories from the entire year.

Ava Richards reports on the car show that Car Club held in the senior parking lot over the weekend.  

Ava Richards reports on Carlmont's win against Hillsdale High School, the final score being 14-1.

Students gathered in the quad to make bracelets for Kindness Week, a week-long event filled with small activities to promote goodwill and spread positivity. To kick off the week, colorful notes with...

Ava Richards reports on Carlmont's loss to Westmoor High School during the first badminton game of the season. The final score was 9-6.  

Ava Richards reports on the march held in San Francisco on Jan. 21 to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and to fight for equality for all.

Only 10 percent of art graduates in 2012 reported that they earned a living primarily based on being an artist, making Paul Shields a rarity. Shields is a Scottish photographer currently working for...

With tryouts beginning early next semester, Badminton Club welcomes those that want to improve their skills before the season starts. Badminton tryouts at Carlmont are very competitive due to the vast...

The introduction of the Russian Unity Club (RUC) this year has created a welcoming environment for students of Russian heritage. Ethan Torban and Misha Shkolnik, the freshmen co-presidents, began work...

From helping at food banks to running events in the Belmont-Redwood Shores community, Carlmont's Key Club does it all. Key Club International is a global organization that promotes volunteering, service,...