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
The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News
Leanna Gower

Leanna Gower, Scot Scoop Editor

Leanna Gower is a senior at Carlmont High School. They love writing because it gives them a chance to inform others, tell unheard stories, and spark conversation around more challenging topics. Additionally, she believes everyone has the right to information and knowledge and advocates for human rights and equality. In their free time, she likes to upcycle clothes and spend time with her cats.

Twitter: @leanna_gower

All content by Leanna Gower
Social media has allowed widespread thought and discussion on current issues, but it’s essential to make your own opinion instead of adopting someone else’s.

[Photo] Editorial: We need to form our own opinions

September 7, 2021
IMG_2474

[Photo]

September 7, 2021
For many, a simple mistake can haunt them for the rest of their life.

[Photo] Editorial: Growth needs to be normalized

September 13, 2020
Smoke clouds the Bay Area skies on Tuesday afternoon, the smell infiltrating homes and leaving many residents worried.

Raging wildfires cover the Bay Area in smoke

August 20, 2020
Forever 21 sales associate, Noelle De Leon, rings up a customer.

The end of fast fashion

May 24, 2020
COVID-19 testing continues as The Florida National Guard works with nurses to test people, using a mobile testing team.

Researchers race to find a vaccine for COVID-19

April 28, 2020
The New York National Guard distributes people through vehicles, at the feeding Westchester, who have distributed more than 2.5 million pounds of food to surrounding communities since the COVID-19 Pandemic began.

COVID-19 outbreak continues to worsen in the US

April 22, 2020
Dr. Anthony Fauci delivers remarks at a White House COVID-19 briefing on April 8.

Trump pushes to reopen economy despite risk to public

April 14, 2020
The Oregon National Guard prepares the shipment of 140 ventilators to aid New York's shortage of ventilators.

National shortages in medical supplies create competition between states

April 7, 2020
President Donald Trump speaks during a White House Coronavirus Task Force briefing at the White House, in the Rose Garden.

Trump extends federal guidelines for social distancing

March 31, 2020
Many students plan out their work by checking Canvas and writing a schedule in their planners.

The advantages and hardships of distance learning

March 29, 2020
Nancy Pelosi speaking in Washington, D.C. at the annual Legislative Conference.

Coronavirus economic stimulus bill stalled in the Senate

March 24, 2020
Vice President Mike Pence holds a press conference with Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar and the White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx Monday, March 2, 2020, in the White House Press Briefing Room.

Six Bay Area counties issued ‘shelter in place’ orders

March 17, 2020
Victoria and Maria Valle Remond wear purple in support of the #undíasinnosotras strikes in Mexico.

A day without women

March 11, 2020
Swing Club practices for the Heritage Fair.

Clubs promote unity through performance at the assembly

March 4, 2020
Swing Club performs to

Heritage Fair recognizes cultures at Carlmont

March 4, 2020
The AVID team at Carlmont consists of counselors, teachers, and AVID students all working towards a common goal.

AVID helps students pave a path to current and future success

January 29, 2020
Cole Gunning, a sophomore, studies for his upcoming finals, practicing study methods such as reviewing notes and re-reading material.

Teachers offer study strategies for upcoming review week

December 5, 2019
Jay Jorge parades around the quad, showing off his costume, full of Halloween spirit.

Spooktacular costume contest showcases student creativity

November 3, 2019
Cooper Perez, a sophomore, reveals the theme of this year's In It to Win It night.

In It to Win It meeting sparks class rivalry

October 13, 2019
Load More Stories
1400 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, Ca 94002
Scot Scoop News • © 2021 All content is property of Carlmont High School Journalism • Privacy Policy • Advertise • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in
Menu
Activate Search
The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.
Leanna Gower