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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.

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Clarisse Bell

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer

Clarisse Bell is a sophomore at Carlmont High School. When not writing, she is pursuing theater as a full-time passion and job. She also participates in the Carlmont’s choir program and loves writing for Carlmont.

Twitter: @_clarbellie

All content by Clarisse Bell
Whether they come from a religious background or tradition, people from all over the world have different diets.

Processing Minority S2E3: Diet in culture

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • April 23, 2020

In the Bay Area, there are hundreds of different cultures, and with different cultures comes different food. Depending on religion or tradition, there are diets that some partake in that fit where they're...

This episode, Clarisse discusses the ways teenagers have been staying occupied, while in quarantine.

Processing Minority S2E2: The battle against isolation

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • April 9, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, teenagers in the Bay Area have been battling boredom in the past few weeks of quarantine. As a result, they have found ways to stay engaged while locked at home. Today, Clarisse...

The second season of Processing Minority kicks off with the canceling of extracurriculars during Covid-19.

Processing Minority S2E1: Extracurricular cancelation due to COVID-19

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • March 23, 2020

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has hit everyone differently, many communities have seen cancelations in school, work, and travel all in the promotion of safety. For many teenagers and adolescents, the...

Many are familiar with the infamous Girl Scout cookies that are sold each year.

Behind the badges

Kaylene Lin, Clarisse Bell, Erin Kee, and Ruya Yaman • March 9, 2020

When compared to the price of a car or a college student’s financial debt, $5 is relatively small. But, to an 8-year-old girl with two bags of Thin Mints, Trefoils, and Samoas, $5 can go a long way. After...

Carlmont’s choirs perform together at the first and final night of the Spring Concert.

Breaking News: Carlmont choir concert canceled due to COVID-19 precautions

Clarisse Bell and Ruya Yaman • March 7, 2020

Carlmont’s Spring choir performance was canceled on March 7 due to concerns about coronavirus (COVID-19). On March 7, at 12:39 p.m., Carlmont’s choir director, Genevieve Tep, sent out an email to...

This week's episode focuses on finding cultural identity through music.

Processing Minority Episode 4: Discovering cultural identity through music

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • March 5, 2020

Music can help influence all different kinds of cultures. Being an American and living here can be a huge opportunity. However, being away from your country of origin can be difficult. To combat this,...

This week's episode focuses on the racism brought upon by the newest coronavirus.

Processing Minority Episode 3: The coronavirus’ xenophobic effects in the Bay Area

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • February 13, 2020

The most recent worldwide epidemic: the novel coronavirus. Beyond its terrifying symptoms lies something often left out of the media: racism. In this week's episode, we discuss the underlying...

The terror of the times

Clarisse Bell and Kaylene Lin • February 12, 2020
Since 2012's Sandy Hook, the United States hasn't gone more than 231 days without a school shooting. That’s the 2000s: a time when gun violence frequents the news so much so that it’s become a constant reality...
Processing Minority Episode 2: Community college in the Bay Area

Processing Minority Episode 2: Community college in the Bay Area

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • January 30, 2020

Although the Bay Area is home to many world-renowned universities, their presence can pressure high school students into overworking. At least for the Carlmont community, this pressure oftentimes turns...

Processing Minority Episode 1: Art students in a STEM school

Processing Minority Episode 1: Art students in a STEM school

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • January 16, 2020

Over the years, Carlmont has been recognized for its excellence in education, specifically in STEM fields. However, how do students at Carlmont who aren't in these studies feel supported? Tweet! @ProcessMinority Instagram!...

Volunteers apply face paint on children's faces during the event's intermission.

[Photo] Carlmont’s Holiday Sing-Along aims to engage the community

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • December 9, 2019

Volunteers apply face paint on children's faces during the event's intermission.

Students gather around and admire Stephen Panagiotopoulos' green Challenger Hellcat.

[Photo] Carlmont Car Club’s first show of the year has students revving

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • October 21, 2019

Different car models are lined up for students to view and ask questions about.

President Madeleine Cunningham's implanted glucose monitoring system helps to monitor her Type 1 diabetes.

Type 1 Club educates about more than blood sugar

Clarisse Bell, Podcast Producer • October 1, 2019

Living with Type 1 diabetes can often be isolating and is not understood by many. Carlmont’s Type 1 Club is trying to end this stigma by supporting students and teaching others.  One of Carlmont’s...

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