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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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Jessica Li

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor

Jessica Li is a junior in her second year at Carlmont Journalism, and she is very excited to be an editor for Scot Scoop. In her free time, she loves participating in theatre productions, squishing her pets, and creating game content for the site.

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Would You Rather: AP Classes

Would You Rather: AP Classes

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • May 15, 2025

Would You Rather: Star Wars

Would You Rather: Star Wars

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • May 8, 2025

Crossword: Cookie Craze

Crossword: Cookie Craze

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • April 25, 2025

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Quiz: Which 'Minecraft' mob are you?

Quiz: Which ‘Minecraft’ mob are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • April 2, 2025

Quiz: Which Girl Scout Cookie are you?

Quiz: Which Girl Scout Cookie are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • March 5, 2025

Crossword: Thrills and Rides

Crossword: Thrills and Rides

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • February 25, 2025

Created by Scot Center with the free crossword puzzle generator from Amuse Labs

Quiz: Which classic romance trope are you?

Quiz: Which classic romance trope are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • February 12, 2025

Crossword: Super Bowl

Crossword: Super Bowl

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • February 7, 2025

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Quiz: Which Chinese zodiac animal are you?

Quiz: Which Chinese zodiac animal are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • January 29, 2025

Quiz: Which social media platform are you?

Quiz: Which social media platform are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • January 22, 2025

Crossword: Apps

Crossword: Apps

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • January 14, 2025

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Crossword: Child's Play

Crossword: Child’s Play

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • January 9, 2025

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Crossword: Red and Green Icons

Crossword: Red and Green Icons

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • December 12, 2024

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Crumbl Cookies, a leading dessert company in the U.S., boasts over 200 flavors and a unique rotating menu. Yet despite its success, consumers are paying the price — in both their wallets and their lifestyles.

How the cookie Crumbls

Ben Romanowsky and Jessica Li • December 9, 2024

Seven-hundred-thirty calories.  A nice hearty meal for some. As it turns out, that’s the calorie count for just one of Crumbl’s most iconic cookies: the Milk Chocolate Chip.  What...

Quiz: Which streaming service are you?

Quiz: Which streaming service are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • December 4, 2024

Crossword: Potayto, Potahto

Crossword: Potayto, Potahto

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • November 21, 2024

Constructed using the online crossword creator from Amuse Labs

Quiz: Are you more of a Glinda or an Elphaba?

Quiz: Are you more of a Glinda or an Elphaba?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • November 13, 2024

Quiz: Which Jellycat are you?

Quiz: Which Jellycat are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • November 6, 2024

Crossword: Happy Halloween!

Crossword: Happy Halloween!

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 31, 2024

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Crossword: Out of this World

Crossword: Out of this World

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 22, 2024

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Crossword: Clothed In Style

Crossword: Clothed In Style

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 17, 2024

Constructed by Scot Center with the free crossword puzzle creator from Amuse Labs

Quiz: What stereotypical horror character are you?

Quiz: What stereotypical horror character are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 9, 2024

Crossword: Sweets and Treats

Crossword: Sweets and Treats

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 4, 2024

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Quiz: What school club are you?

Quiz: What school club are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • September 26, 2024

Crossword: Tuned In

Crossword: Tuned In

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • September 17, 2024

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Quiz: Which signature fall scent are you?

Quiz: Which signature fall scent are you?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • September 11, 2024

Quiz: Which fast-food chain are you based on your tastes?

Quiz: Which fast-food chain are you based on your tastes?

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • September 4, 2024

Crossword: Pop Culture

Crossword: Pop Culture

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • August 27, 2024

As Advanced Drama students prepare for their showcase, a year of the drama program closes. After putting on multiple successful productions and performances, the year comes to an end. “I think the showcase served as a great model of the range of styles, genres, and characters our students can play,” said Elizabeth Berg, the Carlmont drama director.

[Photo] The Advanced Drama Showcase provides closure to a year of Carlmont drama

Emma Wu, Staff Writer • May 29, 2024

As Advanced Drama students prepare for their showcase, a year of the drama program closes. After putting on multiple successful productions and performances, the year comes to an end. “I think the showcase...

Crossword: Mother's Day trivia

Crossword: Mother’s Day trivia

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • May 13, 2024

The University of California, Davis marching band energizes the audience during the much-beloved Battle of the Bands tradition against Stanford and Carlmont.

Community in harmony: Celebrate the Music 2024

Ayana Ganjoo, Daniela Cuadros, Jessica Li, Linda Reeder, and Nathan Turnbeaugh • April 28, 2024

During the Thespian Festival, students were able to experience many new activities, including playwriting, acting, and directing. Referred to in the photo was the juggling workshop, which were many of the students' favorite. "The thespian trip gives us an opportunity to experience parts of theater we may not yet understand or have the pleasure of knowing about," said Sam Dechaine, a current senior.

[Photo] Carlmont Thespians attend the California Thespian Festival

Emma Wu, Staff Writer • April 16, 2024

During the Thespian Festival, students were able to experience many new activities, including playwriting, acting, and directing. Referred to in the photo was the juggling workshop, which were many of...

Carlmont senior Sam Dechaine scans the snack options available at the Student Store on campus. Several choices, including Go-Gurt, Goldfish, and Pop-Tarts, contain synthetic dyes. “We should make snacks seem less processed and that includes taking out artificial food coloring and making them feel more natural,” Dechaine said.

California bill removes synthetic additives from public schools

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • March 24, 2024

State lawmakers in California have introduced Assembly Bill 2316 to ban synthetic food dyes from being served in public schools. Proposed by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel on March 12, the bill will ban...

Advanced drama students rehearse scenes in the One-Act Festival. "The One-Act Festival is the only show that we do where we're telling a collection of different stories rather than just one," said Elizabeth Berg, the drama teacher at Carlmont.

[Photo] Students take charge in the One-Act Festival

Linda Reeder, Scot Scoop Editor • March 24, 2024

Advanced drama students rehearse scenes in the One-Act Festival. "The One-Act Festival is the only show that we do where we're telling a collection of different stories rather than just one," said Elizabeth...

Daisy Girl Scout Evie Kaufman sells cookies in the Carlmont Shopping Center with her little brother. "My goal is to sell 265 boxes this year," Kaufman said.

Girl Scout cookies return for another sweet season

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • March 2, 2024

Girl Scout cookies have returned for the 2024 season, bringing along a wave of new changes. The cookie season kicked off on Jan. 29 with online purchases, while in-person sales run from Feb. 11 to March...

MELP organizes all of their donated medical equipment in a warehouse located in San Carlos. "We clean the equipment and make sure it's working well before putting it into our inventory," said Scott McMullin, one of the founders of MELP.

MELP transforms medical access in San Mateo County

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • February 2, 2024

The Medical Equipment Loan Program (MELP) stands as a beacon of medical equity, improving lives throughout San Mateo County. MELP operates under the umbrella of AbleCloset and is entirely staffed by...

Technology is playing a bigger role in students’ education due to the new and innovative EdTech platforms.

Education downloads a system update

Jessica Li and Linda Reeder • January 25, 2024

Ninety-nine percent — a surge that reshaped education. In the confinement of 2020, traditional schooling found itself boxed in while EdTech emerged as the leading industry.  According to Exploding...

The San Carlos Children's Theater Performance Troupe strikes a final pose following their singing and choreography performance.

San Carlos illuminates the holidays with annual Night of Holiday Lights

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • December 5, 2023

The holiday spirit came alive in San Carlos as the city celebrated its 13th annual Night of Holiday Lights on Dec. 1. Organized by the San Carlos Parks and Recreation Department in collaboration with...

Tierra Linda Middle School Music Director and the vocal director, Tabitha Tetreault, plays the piano as students rehearse songs for the musical.

[Photo] Carlmont students dive into ‘The Little Mermaid’ musical

Quincy Leong, Staff Writer • November 10, 2023

Tierra Linda Middle School Music Director and the vocal director, Tabitha Tetreault, plays the piano as students rehearse songs for the musical.

Sam Dechaine donates food at the Barrett Community Center location. “Donating is such an excellent way to give back to the community,” Dechaine said.

VOICES and Samaritan House unite to organize holiday food drive

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • November 9, 2023

The Volunteers, Outreach, Involvement, Community Events, and Services (VOICES) team and Samaritan House have partnered up to organize their holiday food drive from Nov. 1 through Dec. 1.  The VOICES...

The cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream rehearse during full cast rehearsal. The actors here play fairies, who serve the fairy queen.

[Photo] Fall play takes the big stage for the first time in four years

Linda Reeder, Scot Scoop Editor • October 25, 2023

The cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream rehearse during full cast rehearsal. The actors here play fairies, who serve the fairy queen.

Students gather in the Belmont Library after school, occupying most of the seats. "When I study at the library, there are often large groups of kids playing video games on the computers or talking loudly," said Lyra Cunningham, a Carlmont sophomore.

After-school student crowds disrupt Belmont Library

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 18, 2023

High school and middle school students frequently gather at the Belmont Library after school, resulting in disruptions to the library environment. The Belmont Library has become a popular spot for students...

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