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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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Jessica Li

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Games Managing Editor

Jessica Li is a senior in her third year at Carlmont Journalism, and she is very excited to be the Games Managing Editor for Scot Scoop. In her free time, she loves participating in theatre productions, squishing her pets, and expanding her Labubu collection.

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Talan Yorn, known as the Lyme Ninja for his advocacy work, tackles the "Spin Cycle" obstacle during his semifinals run in the most recent season of the show. "I've been watching 'American Ninja Warrior' since I was seven years old, and when I first saw it on TV, I told my mom, 'I'm going to do that,'" Yorn said.

Beyond the buzzer: The rise of competitive ninja

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Games Managing Editor • November 18, 2025

A reality TV show. An Olympic sport. Thousands of competitors worldwide. Few activities can claim all three distinctions. When most people think of competitive sports, “ninja” probably isn’t...

Crossword: Take Off

Crossword: Take Off

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Games Managing Editor • November 6, 2025

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Crossword: Super Bowl

Crossword: Super Bowl

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Games Managing Editor • February 7, 2025

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Crossword: Apps

Crossword: Apps

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Games Managing Editor • January 14, 2025

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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...

Crossword: Tuned In

Crossword: Tuned In

Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Games Managing Editor • September 17, 2024

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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 Games Managing 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 Games Managing 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...

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 Games Managing 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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