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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

Kasey Liu

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer

Kasey Liu is a senior at Carlmont High School and enjoys sharing stories and cartoons on Scot Scoop. In her free time, she likes to play guitar, draw, watch anime, and listen to music. To check out her portfolio, click here.

(Twitter: @kaseyliu_)

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The COVID-19 omicron variant has sparked global concern due to higher risks of reinfection and unknown effectiveness of vaccines.

Cartoon: Omicron Variant Overturns Order

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer November 29, 2021

For enjoyment on Thanksgiving day, millions of turkeys suffer brutal living conditions and death. According to the US Poultry and Egg Association, over 46 million turkeys are killed for just Thanksgiving each year.

Cartoon: Turkeys Aren’t Thankful

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer November 22, 2021

On Nov. 4, The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) released a mandate for private businesses with more than 100 employees to require COVID-19 vaccination enforced by Dec. 5.

Cartoon: Ticket to Work

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer November 8, 2021

As Halloween festivities come to and end, many start to prepare for the Christmas season.

Cartoon: The Ghost of Halloween

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer November 2, 2021

Due to rainy weather and the safety concerns of eating in classrooms, students struggle to find a comfortable lunchtime spot.

Cartoon: Rain Causes Lunchtime Pain

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 25, 2021

Plant-based foods are rich in nutrients, promoting a strong and healthy body.

Growing a culture of plant-based diets

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 19, 2021

Would you eat a baby? Would you feed it, raise it, and teach it, just to eat it for your own pleasure? For many of us, the answer would be no. Babies are intelligent beings, and they have a whole life...

The multitude of schedule changes due to schoolwide events have left students in a sea of confusion.

Cartoon: Lost in a Sea of Schedules

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 18, 2021

According to the Facebook Whistleblower, Facebook has been using algorithms that bring harm to the mental health and peace of the public, prioritizing their revenue over the people.

Cartoon: The Facebook Whistleblower Scandal

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 11, 2021

With the arrival of October, Halloween and fall decorations remind many of upcoming Halloween festivities.

Cartoon: Spooky Season in Sight

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 4, 2021

On Sep. 14, California Governor Gavin Newsom defeated his recall election with overwhelming support from California citizens.

Cartoon: Recall Outcome Keeps Gavin Newsom

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer September 20, 2021

Due to weak wifi signals and the abundance of personal devices, students have been struggling to access online materials at school.

Cartoon: Fortify Our Wifi

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer September 13, 2021

For the past few years, California has experienced an annual period of fires which has consumed our community with smoke and poor air quality.

Cartoon: Fire Season

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer September 6, 2021

 

Gender Chicken Tender Ep. 1: Coming out from the shell! What is gender?

Chels Chang and Kasey Liu September 5, 2021

Together, host Chels Chang and guest speaker Kasey Liu kick off the first episode of Gender Chicken Tender, a podcast dedicated to exploring the gender spectrum, identities, and everything in between. In...

Despite attempted social distancing practices, Carlmonts hallways and classrooms accommodate more students than ever before.

Cartoon: Packed Like Sardines

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer August 30, 2021

AP tests and final exams are stressful. However, summer, a time of fun and relaxation for many, is just around the corner.

Cartoon: Here Comes the Summer

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer May 21, 2021

Social media platforms have allowed people to connect internationally with each other, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cartoon: Continental Connections

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer May 14, 2021

Arospace Ep. 5: Landing at the season finale

Chelsea Chang, Kasey Liu, Jack Hansen, and Maddy Ting May 10, 2021

In Arospace's fifth and final episode, hosts Chelsea Chang, Kasey Liu, and Jack Hansen discuss the American dialogue on sex and romance, from how it shows up in everyday life to mainstream media. They...

Many are consumed by negative emotions and mental illnesses, whether this struggle is visible to others or not. Especially during Mental Health Awareness Month, it is important to check in on your loved ones and provide them with love and support.

Cartoon: Mental Monsters

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer May 7, 2021

Many are consumed by negative emotions and mental illnesses, whether their struggle is visible to others or not. Especially during Mental Health Awareness Month, it is important to check in on your loved...

The CDC recently released looser guidelines on wearing masks for vaccinated people. However, while it is safe for those who are vaccinated to not wear a mask outdoors, it is continually important for everyone to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.

Cartoon: Mask On, Mask Off

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer April 30, 2021

The police often show two completely different sides: overall lenience towards white people and brutality towards colored people.

Cartoon: Good Cop, Bad Cop

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer April 20, 2021

The fast approaching AP tests, taken either at home or in person, have become a source of stress for many students.

Cartoon: AP Exams Approach

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer April 9, 2021

Arospace Ep. 3: All aboard the relationship

Chelsea Chang, Kasey Liu, and Jack Hansen March 21, 2021

In the third episode of Arospace, hosts Chelsea Chang, Kasey Liu, and Jack Hansen discuss validation and relationships in the aromantic and asexual communities. Later in the episode, guest Anique Vachon...

On March 14, we set our clocks one hour ahead to match daylight saving time. However, springing forward an hour only led to tired students.

Cartoon: One Hour Ahead, One Less in Bed

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer March 19, 2021

Rosé poses for her most recent group comeback release, “THE ALBUM,” before her solo debut.

Rosé’s solo debut ‘On the Ground’ breaks records

Chelsea Chang and Kasey Liu March 16, 2021

Famous BLACKPINK singer Roseanne Park, commonly known by her stage name Rosé, made her solo debut on March 12. Since the release of BLACKPINK member Jennie’s hit single “SOLO” in 2018, fans, known...

Despite Dr. Seuss notoriety for light-hearted childrens books, six of them, Scrambled Eggs Super! On Beyond Zebra! If I Ran the Zoo, And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, McElligots Pool, and The Cats Quizzer were banned for their messages of racism, sexism, and cultural appropriation.

Cartoon: No Excuse for Dr. Seuss

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer March 12, 2021

Carlmont has recently decided to resume the option for in-person instruction on April 5. However, students learning through Zoom in a room may prove chaotic.

Cartoon: Zoomers in a Room

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer March 5, 2021

Recent hateful acts and racism against Asians have caused them to feel unwelcome in America, but it has also caused them to band together in opposition.

Cartoon: Stand Together Against Racism

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer February 26, 2021

Arospace Ep. 1: Blast off! Navigating the myth storm

Chelsea Chang, Kasey Liu, and Maddy Ting February 21, 2021

In the first episode of Arospace, Maddy, Chelsea, and Kasey will be busting some myths about aromanticism and asexuality, as well as answering a few commonly asked questions. Later, they'll be joined...

Like the recent abundance of rain, many also isolate and shadow themselves in their own emotional rain.

Cartoon: Raining on Your Own Parade

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer January 29, 2021

The College Board has gotten rid of the SAT Subject Tests and is phasing out of the SAT Essay, which sparks divided responses within the community.

Cartoon: The College Board Tosses Tests

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer January 22, 2021

President Donald Trumps inappropriate and violent presence on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter has caused his account to be suspended on these platforms.

Cartoon: Media Mutes Mr. President

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer January 15, 2021

During Thanksgiving, family and friends typically gather for a meal. However, since the pandemic has taken over, new socially distant measures must ensue.

Cartoon: Giving Thanks, Not Germs

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer November 23, 2020

As people move away from public transportation during the COVID-19 pandemic, they rely more on driving individual cars. In turn, this contributes to the increasing amount of carbon emissions plaguing our atmosphere.

Cartoon: The Climate Pandemic

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer November 16, 2020

It’s Halloween season in the U.S., but during this time, countries around the world celebrate many other holidays.

[Photo] Cartoon: Hello to the Holidays

November 1, 2020

It’s Halloween season in the U.S., but during this time, countries around the world celebrate many other holidays.

Halloween is approaching, but there are still COVID-19 risks present in Halloween activities.

Cartoon: Sick or Treat

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 21, 2020

As California fires are reborn, so are the persistence and resilience of firefighters.

Cartoon: Firefighters Rise from the Ashes

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 13, 2020

With the majority of time spent at home, COVID-19 has shattered the work-life balance of many.

Cartoon: The Infected Work-life Balance

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer October 5, 2020

Wearing a mask is essential, but some Americans still feel that masks are a violation of their freedom.

Cartoon: Masking Ignorance as ‘Freedom’

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer September 21, 2020

When life drains your energy, its important to take a rest.

Cartoon: Remember to Charge Yourself

Kasey Liu, Staff Writer September 14, 2020

When life drains your energy, its important to take a rest.

[Photo] Cartoon: Remember to Charge Yourself

December 31, 1969

When life drains your energy, it's important to take a rest.

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