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
Claire Kornberg

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer

Claire Kornberg (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and a staff writer for Scot Scoop. She is excited to cover Bay Area news this semester. Outside of school, you can find her watching movies, playing soccer, and spending time with her friends and family.

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The average American family lives paycheck to paycheck. As crucial necessities, such as groceries, become more expensive, many people throughout the country could end up spending less on family vacations, new cars, and other 'wants' to save up for the 'needs.' "People are probably going to end up spending less. So I think what we're going to see in the long term is a lot of families going, 'if things are going to get more expensive, I can't buy as much as I once did,'" said Greer Stone, an economics teacher at Carlmont High School.

Grocery stores brace for impact as tariffs are imposed

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • March 24, 2025

In the first months of President Donald Trump’s second term, he established the goal of returning the U.S. to a manufacturing economy by imposing heavy tariffs, which forced stores to increase their...

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more accessible, more students will use it, and more teachers will include the software in their classrooms. As the future of education, AI offers numerous benefits, including personalized lesson plans and immediate support. While some believe the immersion of this new tool will cause increased amounts of cheating, the reality is the opposite.

Opinion: AI is the future of education

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • March 13, 2025

Personalized lesson plans. Automatic feedback. Efficient study tools. Free. Artificial intelligence (AI) is the future of education. From generating images to learning more about a subject that tickles...

Every day, the Presidio is home to thousands of visitors, exercising, spending time with their family and friends, or visiting one of its many museums. With 1,400 acres of land, the Presidio provides visitors with many opportunities, from seeing a Yoda Fountain to climbing through the playground at Tunnel Tops. "The park is beautiful. It's so nice and brings a community of people together. It allows folks to chill, eat and drink, and meet up with friends. It's a great resource that the city and country provides," said Jackie Simpson, a Bay Area local and park visitor.

Executive order targets historic San Francisco landmark

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

The Presidio Trust, steward of the Presidio National Park site, was one of four federal agencies targeted by President Donald Trump’s executive order to reduce unnecessary elements of the government. Announced...

With four 100-square-foot food pantries in Palo Alto, San Francisco, San Mateo, and San Rafael, the JFCS Food Bank has just enough space to successfully feed all its customers every month. Unlike a traditional food bank, JFCS clients make weekly visits to each pantry to "shop" for food, forcing them to always be clean, organized, and accessible. "I mark all the cans and boxes with expiration dates and stack and organize the pantries to make them look like a grocery store. So, when our food bank clients come in to shop, it's easy for them to navigate," Green said.

Fighting food insecurity differently

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • February 25, 2025

Little food, no energy, poor health. This is the reality for millions of Americans who, despite continuous efforts from local organizations and the government, suffer from food insecurity every day. “Food...

While San Carlos' Lunar New Year Celebration is still young, the traditions found in the celebration, such as the Dragon Dance, which elementary school students performed, were not. San Carlos' celebration allowed everyone to feel welcome and joy on this occasion, regardless of who they are or if they have celebrated before. "The San Carlos Lunar New Year Celebration is more than just an event — it's a chance for all of us to come together, share joy, and learn more about one another. Whether it's your first time celebrating or this is already a beloved holiday, we hope this event brings you happiness," said Victoria Cheng, the community organizer for the celebration.

San Carlos welcomes the Year of the Snake

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

With performances from local schools, arts and crafts, and its lion dance, the City of San Carlos celebrated the Lunar New Year while emphasizing community engagement. The Lunar New Year, a holiday...

As of Jan. 1, 2025, vehicles can no longer park within 20 feet in front of a crosswalk and 15 feet in front of those with a curb extension, according to Assembly Bill 413. Law enforcement officers can cite and fine vehicles violating this law; however, due to the newness of the bill, cities like Belmont are providing the public with a citation-free adjustment period. "Right now, no citations have been issued. We are still in the warning phase of enforcement and will not transition to citing drivers for some time. If a driver is cited for parking in an illegal spot, they could be looking at a fine of $40," said Daniel Matthews, an Assistant Civil Engineer for Belmont.

New law aims to increase pedestrian safety 

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • January 13, 2025

To increase pedestrian safety around crosswalks, the City of Belmont implements Assembly Bill 413 (AB 413) through social media outreach, strategizing with law enforcement, and identifying affected parking...

The SMC Fire Toy Program is a chance for the community and firefighters to support those who cannot afford gifts for their children during the holiday season. SMC Fire ensures that, through its toy drive, everyone can experience the magic of the holidays, no matter their financial situation. “You take for granted that you have a roof over your head, food to eat, and can buy toys all the time. We’re there to help people out in their worst times, but especially during this time of the year. I just think it’s so important to always give back to the community, and there’s no better time than during the holidays,” Lavezzo said.

Local toy drive brings joy to the community

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • December 13, 2024

With the goal of providing toys for children who otherwise wouldn’t receive any, the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department (SMC Fire) organizes an annual holiday toy drive to give back to the community. The...

Every year on Nov. 11, the Belmont Community gathers around the Eric Reed Memorial Bench to honor the living veterans who have served our country. The bench, created in 2017, was Eric Reed's brainchild, and he was able to give the veterans of Belmont a place to be honored every year. "It took a couple of years, but we all came together and worked to make it happen," said former Belmont Mayor Charles Stone.

Belmont’s Veterans Day celebration honors living heroes

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • November 15, 2024

The community of Belmont came together to honor the living heroes who served and protected our country with an esteemed guest speaker, a commemorative poem, and a song. On Nov. 11, the City of Belmont...

Even after recalling 7.2 million pounds of deli meat, shoppers can still find Boar's Head products in local supermarkets. Boar's Head made its first recall on July 26, and since then, the company has closed down a factory and discontinued several products. This recall came seven days after the CDC officially announced the Listeria outbreak on July 19.

Establishments prioritize community safety amidst food recalls

Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

With routine food checks, email notices, and quick actions, local schools and supermarkets are working to protect the community from nationwide food recalls due to the ongoing Listeria outbreak. Listeria...

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