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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

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

Scot Scoop News

Madilyn Shoop-Gardner

Madilyn Shoop-Gardner, Staff Writer

Maddie (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and is actively involved in leadership roles both at school and within the equestrian community. When she’s not at the barn, you can find her at a cafe studying with friends. She has a passion for meeting new people and hearing their stories, and she’s thrilled to begin her journey in journalism!

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A group of carolers sing to a family along the street. "The carolers add to the magic of shopping during 'Thursday Night Lights,'" said event attendee Kate Elliott. "Normally, I shop online, but experiencing this sense of community and meeting the faces behind these small businesses makes me want to support them more."

Thursday Night Lights illuminates San Carlos small businesses with holiday spirit

Madilyn Shoop-Gardner, Staff Writer November 25, 2024

As the holiday season settles over San Carlos, the downtown streets transform into a festive haven under the glow of Thursday Night Lights, an initiative designed to support local businesses during their...

Sunnyside Elementary School is one of the many SFUSD schools grappling with enrollment decline, resulting in 14,000 empty seats across 106 schools and an anticipated loss of an additional 5,000 students over the next five years.

New SFUSD leadership halts school closure plans amid district crisis

Madilyn Shoop-Gardner, Staff Writer November 6, 2024

In a major shift for San Francisco’s public schools, newly appointed Superintendent Maria Su has announced a halt to San Francisco Unified School District’s (SFUSD) plans to close multiple schools...

A senior from San Mateo County reviews his sample ballot for the first time as a newly turned 18-year-old, preparing for the November 5th election. "I’m excited to finally vote—I've been looking forward to this since I was a kid," he said.

First votes, big impact: schools and communities team up to boost youth voting

Madilyn Shoop-Gardner, Staff Writer October 17, 2024

Organizations and experienced voters are working to ensure eligible high school seniors are fully prepared to cast their first votes and make their voices heard as the election approaches. State, school-led,...

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