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.

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

Scot Scoop News
Miranda Wacker

Miranda Wacker, Staff Writer

Miranda Wacker is a sophomore (class of ’27) at Carlmont High School. She is excited to be part of journalism for the first time this year. Outside of journalism, she enjoys playing the alto saxophone and bassoon, camping, and climate activism.

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Ongoing efforts to clean up trash in the ocean continue with everything from beach clean ups to automated trash eating robots.

New technology innovates ocean cleanup

Miranda Wacker, Staff Writer • December 11, 2024

Plastic pollution is often at the forefront of both environmentalists and the public’s minds; now, new and innovative solutions to this rising problem focus on cleaning up trash around harbors and in...

San Mateo continues to build clean energy infrastructure for the health and safety of its residents working with organizations such as Peninsula Clean Energy.

Peninsula Clean Energy lights up San Mateo County

Miranda Wacker, Staff Writer • November 12, 2024

Peninsula Clean Energy has provided San Mateo County with clean and cheap energy since 2016, helping San Mateo County become more sustainable and get ahead of the plan for California to become 100% renewable...

A photo of the Chocolate sign outside of the church with community volunteer Naomi Dulac. The sign was originally built by Bob Donavan, who is now 103 years old and has been a member of the church for 64 years. He built the sign for the second-ever Chocolate Fest and it has been happily displayed above the church for the past 40 Chocolate Fests. “Nobody asked him to do it, he just said, well we need something that can be seen from the street,” said Michelle Carter, the first organizer of Chocolate Fest.

Chocolate Fest melts hearts and delights taste buds

Miranda Wacker, Staff Writer • October 23, 2024

The 41st annual Chocolate Fest brought community and chocolate sellers together for a night of fun, great chocolate, and a chance to support a meaningful foundation. The event was held on Saturday,...

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