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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.

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Nicolaas Foks

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer

Nicolaas (Nico), class of 2027, is a sophomore and an avid member of the Belmont community. He participates in Scouts BSA, Carlmont Wrestling, and ASB. He loves the outdoors and the ocean, whenever he gets the opportunity to indulge in an activity involving these, he will take it!

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Sophomore Erik Leong notices the tree branches at the Congregational Church of the Peninsula and decides to tidy them up. "It is easy to think of something like a chipping program, but a lot of real solutions are not available in a way that could be easily implemented. I've seen a lot of public trails in the past few months and it is easy to say, 'Oh, we just need to maintain it better,' but the cost and the time is not actually feasible," Leong said.

Belmont’s wood-chipping program braves the way for community-wide fire safety

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • March 25, 2025

Belmont is enhancing wildfire safety with a new, free wood chipping program for residents west of Alameda de las Pulgas. From March 17 to March 28, Belmont's two-week chipping program offers scheduled,...

Crossword: Brawl Stars' Brawlers

Crossword: Brawl Stars’ Brawlers

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • March 20, 2025

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Crossword: Floral Frenzy

Crossword: Floral Frenzy

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • March 14, 2025

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Kids leap for joy after a day of beach adventures, their laughter echoing in the waves. Their play unlocked a world of imagination and wonder, from sandcastle empires to daring explorations around rocky coves. This unrestrained joy reinforces that play is essential, not just for children, but for nurturing the inner child within everybody.

The magic of play

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • March 10, 2025

A magician's fingers dance across a deck of cards, gasps of astonishment from an audience entranced by the impossible. For a moment, the boundaries between ages and professions blur, replaced by a shared...

Crossword: Emoji Phrases

Crossword: Emoji Phrases

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

Made by Nicolaas Foks using the cross word builder from Amuse Labs

Carlmont Student flexes their unmatched shoe collection and trendy new hoodie they found browsing through Instagram. "People are influenced by those they admire or those they think others admire in an effort to be more like their idols or to dress 'normally' and fit in. They are also motivated by a desire to express their thoughts, opinions, and perspectives externally through their fashion," said Rachel Petterson.

Social media transforms the fashion choices of teens

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • February 9, 2025

“Hypebeast” culture is a global phenomenon centered around an obsession with limited-edition releases, exclusive collaborations, and highly sought-after brands, particularly in streetwear and sneaker...

Countless bottles of supplements cover the counter of an average teenager. This spread of supplements empowers workout routines, providing the nutrients to build strength and recover efficiently. "Depending on the supplement, I get different benefits. For example, from multivitamins I get a clearer mental space throughout the day, less soreness, quicker recovery, and feeling better and sharper," Nathan Man said.

Teenagers navigate the world of supplements

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • January 22, 2025

Supplements like creatine, pre-workout, protein powder, Ashwagandha, and many more have risen in our social media-ridden world. For better or for worse, teenagers alike are challenged with the tough decision...

The California's Great America WinterFest sign welcomes visitors as they enter the park. "My favorite part of WinterFest is the lights. I get super happy, and it's one of my favorite parts about Christmas in general. All the lights and decorations are so much fun," said Kennedy Staggs, a sophomore at Carlmont.

California’s Great America’s WinterFest brings holiday cheer to visitors

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • December 11, 2024

California's Great America's annual WinterFest celebration transforms the park into a festive spectacle with thrilling rides, themed food, and engaging activities. WinterFest is a holiday-themed event...

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From chaos to classroom in Hurricane Milton’s wake

Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • October 26, 2024

Hurricane Milton Recovery efforts ignite state-wide action between teenagers, educators, and communities. Hurricane Milton built into a Category Five hurricane over the Gulf of Mexico. It peaked at...

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