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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

All content by Miles Oetzel
A billboard in Cape Town, South Africa, tells residents to stay home to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

South Africa responds forcefully to the COVID-19 pandemic

Miles Oetzel, Staff Writer May 29, 2020

While the United States' handling of the COVID-19 pandemic is varied and inconsistent, South Africa's is firm. Hoping to avoid a devastating outbreak, it's lockdown is among the world's most intense.  In...

The EARN IT Act has brought crypto wars back to life.

The EARN IT Act revives the legal war over encryption

Miles Oetzel, Staff Writer March 14, 2020

The new bill, the EARN IT Act, makes tech companies more liable for what occurs on their platforms, but critics are worried that it could weaken privacy and security on the internet.  Historically,...

Every year, students submit ideas for the contest's theme and PTA judges choose their favorite one.

PTA art contest draws participation at Carlmont

Miles Oetzel October 14, 2019

The deadline to participate in the 2019 PTA Reflections Art Contest approaches following a first-place performance at the state level by a Carlmont student last year. Submissions are due by Nov. 8...

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