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
Nicholas Lee

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer

Nicholas Lee (Class of 2025) is a junior at Carlmont High School and a vice president of Carlmont’s Interact Club. He is currently in his second year of the journalism program. He is working towards getting to know the many individual stories in the Bay Area and what makes them interesting. In his time off, he is often seen reading, running, editing videos, hanging out with friends, and playing the guitar. To view his portfolio, you can click here.

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The debate on the accessibility of firearms has been the subject of heated discussion among pro-gun and anti-gun activists. However, according to a survey taken by Newsela, nearly 45% of students across the nation stand against the rampant accessibility of firearms. "Every year, I feel as if I just see more and more gun cases on the news and school shootings, shootings in churches, shootings in malls, and public shootings in general. All of this stuff is frightening to see because what will happen as weapons become more deadly? What will happen as markets start to become more productive in the manufacturing of guns? I'm worried that if we don't have restrictions now, it would be potentially harder to set up regulations in the future, and by then, more violence would occur," said Jordan Reed, a junior at Homestead High School.

Biting the bullet: uncovering student perspectives on gun accessibility

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • June 4, 2024

Every year, the nation is shocked as news of another shooting is shown on the TV screen. However, as officials and representatives give their thoughts and prayers, students across the country are left...

Seventy three year old Rudolph Stag, suffering from chronic homelessness, stares into the street while smoking a cigarette. An immigrant from Hamburg Germany, Stag was left with no other option but to live on the streets following the foreclosure of his house.

Building hope on the streets

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • April 24, 2024

A man without a home sits on the sidewalk. People quickly pass by, and his stomach growls; he hasn't eaten in the last 24 hours. He leans his head against the concrete walls of the pharmacy behind him,...

A child raises his basket amid the crowd of kids hoping to get more easter eggs. After many of the eggs had been collected, volunteers began handing out extra eggs, forming large crowds.

Belmont cracks open annual Egg Adventure Hunt

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • April 5, 2024

Belmont Parks and Recreation hosted its annual Egg Adventure Hunt last Saturday, bringing together the community in a fun and family-friendly way. Children of all ages from all parts of the community...

Peer pressure is not the only influence that can cause someone to consume alcohol; at times, culture can be the motivator. “In social media and in movies, we see all these parties with alcohol, and everyone is having such a great time and all. So I think there is a big appeal to want to engage in that and have a great time like those people we see,” said Adriana Santillano, a child and adolescent therapist.

At the bottom of the glass: investigating adolescent drinking culture

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • March 21, 2024

Adolescence is a period in time where kids struggle to come to terms with themselves and the world. Questions of fitting in, colleges, and the future fill their minds, but unfortunately for some, the answer...

Carlmont High School’s track and field team runs despite the frigid rain.

Carlmont track and field warms up for the upcoming season

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • February 26, 2024

Carlmont High School’s track and field teams train for the rapidly approaching spring sports season. Despite challenges and fierce competition, the Scots are confident in their abilities for the incoming...

Captain Video's store stands strong despite nearly four decades of rapid change in the entertainment industry. "That nostalgia of going back to when you were young and enjoying all the movies that you can watch and stop and rewind and fast forward is what brings customers here and I'm all for it," said Ira Belfer, the owner of the last Captain Video store open today.

Rewinding into the past: the last standing Captain Video store remains open

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • January 27, 2024

Ira Belfer opens the door to the Captain Video rental video store in San Mateo. Rows of VHS tapes, DVDs, and Blu-Ray discs on metal shelves meet his eyes as the early morning sun shines light onto the...

Voices of the people: Teen views on Israel-Hamas conflict

Inaaya Omer, Jasneh Sasan, and Nicholas Lee • December 23, 2023

After the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas on Israel, Israelis and Palestinians alike are mourning casualties in the complex, nuanced conflict. The repercussions of this regional war have resonated globally, triggering...

Opinion: A workaholic’s guide to caffeine

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • October 4, 2023

Whether you are a student or professional, one way or another, caffeine has made an appearance. Whether it be a paper that needs to be turned in by tomorrow morning or a deadline rapidly approaching, caffeine...

Opinion: How social media causes political misinformation

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • May 12, 2023

In the recent years following the pandemic, social media has become a more significant part of our everyday lives. Scrolling through our phones and typing on our laptops, we are constantly bombarded with...

Making an impact on the community through martial arts

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • May 3, 2023

Throughout the years, martial arts have been a great way to both get exercise and find something special within ourselves. Teachers and students alike practice a form of art in which they break for fulfillment...

Four must-know video editing programs for beginners

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • March 29, 2023

With the rise of social media content creation and the general increase in media production overall, video editing has become an incredibly useful skill for many people to have. However the sheer amount...

A student stares in the mirror as they prepare for the school day.

Inside the mind of mental health treatment

Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023

Imagine spending all day in bed. Blissful, right? Now imagine that bed in an isolation chamber, under the watchful eye of a nurse.  This is the reality for some students suffering from mental illness...

Senior Matthew Abiezzi goes up for a block.

Scots fall to Vikings in close matchup

Nicholas Lee and Caiden La France • December 16, 2022

Varsity boys basketball took a heartbreaking loss against the Lynbrook Vikings with a score of 63-56. The Scots have torn through competition over the past few years. Last year, they were the Peninsula...

Varsity girls cross country runners start their final race before Central Coast Section (CCS).

Scots stride past sickness towards CCS

Nicholas Lee and Caiden La France • November 7, 2022

Girls varsity cross country came in 5th place during the final race of the season, securing them a spot in the Central Coast Section (CCS) playoff meet. The 2.9-mile race at the Crystal Springs Cross...

Sophomore Kian Bhatt escapes a defender as he swims away with the ball.

Wildcats wash away Scots’ hopes of CCS

Nicholas Lee and Caiden La France • October 21, 2022

Carlmont's boys varsity water polo team suffered a heartbreaking defeat to the Woodside Wildcats with a score of 5-3. This game was crucial as it was the final game of the season and the last chance for...

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