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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

Sarita Josephson

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer

Sarita (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and a staff writer at Scot Scoop. In her free time, she does track and cross-country and loves to hang out with her friends. She is excited to write for news and get involved in the journalism community.

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A display of the vinyl version of Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" album, released on Mar. 29, 2024, features country imagery celebrating her artistry. Her debut solo album, “Dangerously in Love,” set the stage for her popularity with her first Grammy wins over two decades ago.

Beyoncé breaks through at the Grammys with her latest album

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Beyoncé has won more Grammy awards than anyone else in music history, but prior to this year, she’d never won “the big one.” On a night filled with familiar faces and expected wins, “Cowboy...

Silent disabilities can lead to profound challenges in the classroom for some students. Some of these individuals can also excel in aspects of their academic lives by utilizing unique approaches and different perspectives. Carlmont High School offers various resources to help these students including specialized classes and programs designed to help academically as well as socially.

Behind quiet struggles, solutions emerge

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

At the back of the classroom, a boy sits quietly, his gaze fixed on his notebook. His peers see him as just another Carlmont student. What they don’t see are the words swimming on the page, twisting...

Scrolling stops as a student confronts the reality of a TikTok ban. “It was pretty startling to open the app and see this notice pop up on my screen,” said Carlmont sophomore Thea Dumans-Ranum.

TikTok ban gains momentum amid uncertainty

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer January 22, 2025

What happens when a country’s favorite app suddenly goes dark? Soon, 170 million TikTok users may find out.  With billions of views and dollars on the line, TikTok’s fate still teeters on the...

Plan B emergency contraception sits on a pharmacy shelf, accessible for those seeking over-the-counter options. “I am scared for the next four years now that emergency contraception is being limited,” said Jane Quinn*.

Women stockpile Plan B amid uncertainty

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer November 22, 2024

Stockpiling emergency contraceptive pills is a growing trend as women across the country prepare for potential restrictions on reproductive healthcare. Plan B, or the morning-after pill, is a form of...

A trail closure sign blocks access to a hiking path near Crystal Springs Cross Country Course. Trails in high-risk areas can act as firebreaks, but dry brush nearby increases wildfire spread potential. Conditions of low humidity and high wind gusts increase the risk of fire danger.  “If there’s a strong indication of those conditions well in advance, they will issue a Fire Weather Watch so that people can prepare,” said Kari Hall.

Fire risks ignite Red Flag Warnings

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

A Red Flag Warning across the Bay Area intensified concerns for nearby communities as gusty winds and dry conditions pushed fire risk to critical levels. The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag...

A fresh cucumber salad sits ready to serve, part of a popular TikTok trend that has sparked concern following a recent Salmonella outbreak. Cucumbers require constant moisture to grow, putting them at risk for waterborne food illness.

Cucumber recall occurs amid viral trend

Sarita Josephson, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

A Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers has raised alarms across the United States, leading to hundreds falling ill and health officials issuing urgent warnings. The Centers for Disease Control and...

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