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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.

Scot Scoop News

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

Scot Scoop News

Sophia Schreiber

Sophia Schreiber, Staff Writer

Sophia Schreiber is a senior at Carlmont High School. This is her third year in the journalism program. She plays for her school’s volleyball team and loves going out and exploring.

 

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A blend of purple and blue haze washes over the night sky of San Francisco, courtesy of the city lights below. Although the urban skyline creates a captivating view, the night sky’s true beauty lies in its natural state: deep, starry blackness. Large cities like this struggle to grapple with the consequences of light pollution, impacting both human and animal inhabitants.

[Photo] Our disappearing night

Sophia Schreiber, Staff Writer December 14, 2023

A blend of purple and blue haze washes over the night sky of San Francisco, courtesy of the city lights below. Although the urban skyline creates a captivating view, the night sky’s true beauty lies...

Sunscreen may protect you from the sun, but who's going to protect marine animals from the sunscreen? Many ingredients in sunscreen are harmful to our environment, but scientists and consumers can both help to address this issue.

Opinion: Sunscreen needs a shift

Sophia Schreiber, Staff Writer May 15, 2023

With summer just around the corner, the image of sunny beaches and blue water is in many people's heads. Coming along with them are the necessities: sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. But one of those items...

Scholarships can be very beneficial in helping students afford and achieve their goals of obtaining a higher education. For University of California admissions, grants and scholarships are awarded through a variety of programs, including the federal Pell Grant program, the Cal Grant program, the Middle Class Scholarship program and the Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan.

9 free scholarships students can apply to

Sophia Schreiber, Staff Writer January 9, 2023

Scholarships provide financial support for students to help pay for a college degree. They can be spent toward tuition, books, housing, food, and other resources, depending on the scholarship. In many...

Freshman Alyssa Ison jumps high into the air to hit a backrow spike to the other team. Carlmont Varsity Girls Volleyball beat Sequoia in a close match.

Quiz: Which sport are you?

Sophia Schreiber, Staff Writer November 25, 2022

No matter what time of year it is, sports are a great way to stay healthy, make new friends, have new experiences, and stay entertained. Through participation in sports, you are likely to mature physically,...

The sun beats down on a Belmont street. California hit record high temperatures this week as the heat wave drags on.

[Photo] 7 ways to beat the heat

Sophia Schreiber, Staff Writer September 8, 2022

Students from Carlmont High School beat the heat by heading to Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay after school. This September week was recorded as the hottest week in California this year, making the coast...

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