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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

Noah Galatin

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer

Sophomore Noah Galatin is in his first year in Carlmont’s journalism program. He enjoys researching and covering music and art in his community. Galatin participates in the cross-country team, plays piano and violin, and leads the Music Composition Club at Carlmont. Learning about history and physics and debating them with his friends are also among his passions.

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A student grabs a mask from the office. Although masking is appropriate when feeling sick with a runny nose, frequent hand washing is the most important safety measure, according to Erica Quintana, Carlmont's health aide.

Winter illness severely lowers Carlmont attendance

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer March 1, 2025

For Carlmont students and staff, the season of winter means hot chocolate, sports playoffs, two breaks, and the Winter Formal dance. But winter also brings a slew of seasonal illnesses. Viruses and...

Students in the Naptime Club eat their lunch and catch up with their friends in a calm environment. "Other clubs that I attended are really rowdy and noisy," said Jaysie Ho, the president of the club. "Having the blinds closed and the lights off really creates a comfortable atmosphere for the members."

Naptime Club opens students’ eyes to lunchtime naps

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer February 1, 2025

Napping doesn’t just have to be for preschoolers. Carlmont's Naptime Club thinks a midday snooze can help high schoolers too. “People think taking naps is a little unusual because it's something...

Editor-in-chief Jon Mays discusses salt ponds in Redwood City and Foster City for a reporter’s upcoming news story. Mays writes and edits for the San Mateo Daily Journal, which has had a “pretty consistent audience that has grown over time,” according to Mays.

Finding hope in between the lines

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer January 24, 2025

Electric X plays to the audience and feeds off of their energy. Guitarist David Szabados has enjoyed his time in the band and grown close with the other members, having met Electric X's keyboard player in high school.

Electric X rocks the dock with free music show

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

Electric X Dance Band performed a free show at the Port of Redwood City, aiming to energize the audience.  “We're bringing joy to people, and that's something really special. I love that. It's our...

Livin Sweet, a Mexican dessert shop in Belmont, exhibits a flower wall at the entrance of the store. "We're very fun and uplifting," said Jennifer Ibarra, an employee at Livin Sweet. "We have people feel welcomed here."

Local dessert shops sweeten business recipes with tradition

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer November 3, 2024

Local dessert shops are using a secret ingredient to attract customers: tradition.  In a rapidly expanding industry, shops are using the flavors of their own culture to stand out.  At Livin Sweet,...

Laufey discusses her debut album, "Everything I Know About Love," on a New York City radio station. Using lyrics similar to contemporary pop stars, Laufey says her voice is more similar to jazz artist Peggy Lee than to Taylor Swift.

Jazz hits a high note in the pop music scene

Noah Galatin, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

Jazz is increasingly taking center stage in pop music, enhancing both genres for their listeners at Carlmont.  Students said the incorporation of jazz into pop music leads to innovations in jazz techniques...

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