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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.

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Emma Goldman

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor

Emma Goldman is a senior at Carlmont and this is her third year in the journalism program. She enjoys staying informed about the world around her, both by staying up-to-date with the news and interacting with people in the community. In her free time, she enjoys running for Carlmont's cross-country and track teams, as well as cooking and traveling.

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Taylor Swift announced her endorsement of Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. In the 24 hours after her post, vote.gov saw an uptick in site visits. Swift's endorsement should set a precedent in the industry for other celebrities to use their platforms to mobilize voting and promote civic engagement.

Opinion: Celebrity endorsements should become the new standard

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • September 17, 2024

As I scrolled through my Instagram feed on Tuesday night, seeing the usual — National Football League (NFL) highlights, friends’ concert photos, and influencers at New York Fashion Week — I came...

Among other chains in California with over 60 locations nationwide, McDonald's has raised its employees' starting wages to $20 in accordance with AB 1228. While the bill can be celebrated as an accomplishment for fast-food workers, the industry specificity opens debate for delegating wages to certain jobs, and we should rather set a standard wage across all jobs.

[Photo] Editorial: Minimum wage needs consistency across industries

Editorial Staff • April 25, 2024

Among other chains in California with over 60 locations nationwide, McDonald's has raised its employees' starting wages to $20 in accordance with AB 1228. While the bill can be celebrated as an accomplishment...

The view from one of 42,300 seats that spectators can watch the game from. "I don't really think there is a bad seat. Even far up at the top it's nice because you can see all these orange specks that are from everyone being dressed up," said Krystal Li, a junior.

[Photo] San Francisco Giants unify the Bay Area through baseball

Hailee Byun, Staff Writer • April 17, 2024

The view from one of 42,300 seats that spectators can watch the game from. "I don't really think there is a bad seat. Even far up at the top it's nice because you can see all these orange specks that are...

Like a boy stuck on his own island, Ben Romanowsky occasionally feels isolated in his community, having few Jewish individuals to fall back on.

Israel-Hamas War: student perspectives

Emma Goldman and Ben Romanowsky • November 27, 2023

Scot Scoop is accepting guest submissions for this segment. If you're interested in submitting a narrative with your story on how the Israel-Hamas war has impacted you, refer to our Guest Article Submission...

Trombone player practices for the battle of the bands.

Celebrate the Music 2023

Emma Goldman, Ben Romanowsky, Audrey Finigan, Daniella Smit, Kian Bhatt, and Elaine Jiang • May 4, 2023

San Mateo City Hall, which remains the workplace for Mayor Lee despite controversies and recall efforts.

[Photo] San Mateans drive the recall effort for the mayor

Audrey Finigan and Emma Goldman • March 25, 2023

San Mateo City Hall, which remains the workplace for Mayor Lee despite controversies and recall efforts.

Though usually full of students, Carlmont's campus remained empty due to a one-day closure.

Breaking News: Ongoing power outages cause school cancellations

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • March 15, 2023

Carlmont canceled school amid widespread power outages. In an email sent to Carlmont students and families early Wednesday morning, Principal Gay Buckland-Murray announced that school would be closed...

A Carlmont student brought a pellet gun onto campus, prompting the school to contact the police.

Breaking News: Carlmont student brings pellet gun onto campus

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • January 18, 2023

*Updated Jan. 25, 2023 A Carlmont student brought a pellet gun onto campus on Jan. 18.  According to an email sent to the Carlmont community by Principal Gay Buckland-Murray, the administration...

Exacerbated by the ever-growing gut health industry, Americans are increasingly reporting symptoms of poor gut health.

When gut intuition fails

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • January 17, 2023

Amy wakes up every morning just like the rest of us.  She wakes up to the sound of her alarm’s blaring noise—and is greeted by her lively dog and kitten. She cycles through her routine: brushing...

The Diagnosis

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • January 17, 2023

Growing up, Amy Rubinchik was just like everybody else from the outside—she went to school, hung out with her friends, and enjoyed spending time with her family. On the inside, she was anything but.  “As...

Resistance to Remicade

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • January 17, 2023

Although for a long time Remicade had lowered the Crohn’s symptoms that disrupted Rubinchik’s life, things began to shift in sixth grade.  Symptoms that had long been prevented by the medication...

Road to recovery

Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • January 17, 2023

Furthermore, Rubinchik attributes her recovery to a temporary strict diet during the period of transitioning her medication. Like many other Americans, she and her mom tirelessly researched ways to relieve...

Piazza's butchers pose while unpacking a recent shipment of turkeys for Thanksgiving. Unlike many other stores nationwide, Piazza's luckily ensured enough stock for the holiday season.

Avian flu gobbles up Thanksgiving turkey supply

Emma Goldman and Hailee Byun • November 21, 2022

Imagine planning to host Thanksgiving dinner. You drive to a nearby supermarket to purchase a turkey like most Americans do every year. However, as you walk up to the meat counter to place your order,...

Attendees of the celebration enjoyed participating in a game of cornhole, one of the many games that were available at the event.

Celebrating a century for Central Park

Emma Goldman and Hailee Byun • October 28, 2022

Hundreds of San Mateo residents came together in celebration of the 100th anniversary of San Mateo's Central Park.  Organized by the City of San Mateo, the event offered various activities, such as...

SamTrans 62 bus leaves stop and continues to drop students off in residential Belmont. The route is created by SamTrans with the purpose of transporting students, and adjusts is schedule as needed to that of Carlmont's. It runs both in the morning and afternoon.

Free student transportation departs the station

Hailee Byun and Emma Goldman • October 11, 2022

Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed an assembly bill that would have made public transportation free for California students.  AB 1919 aimed to make public transportation free for all California students, with...

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