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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.

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Sophia Wolczko

Sophia Wolczko, Staff Writer

Sophia Wolczko is a sophomore in Media Arts English. She is not only a mathematician and scientist in the making, but she has won awards for her creativity too. She simply adores cats, books, and baking.

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James Dunning, a senior, and Jayla Chee, a sophomore, are practicing hard for the upcoming Spring Concert. They will be playing in the Jazz Ensemble on Friday.

Spring concert showcases incredible talent

Sophia Wolczko, Staff Writer May 14, 2017

Viewers have one last chance to “hear some of the finest musicians in the area at the high school age,” according to music teacher John DaBaldo. At 7 pm on May 17, 18, and 19, Carlmont’s Instrumental...

Salma Sebt, a junior, played Emily in the Spring Play, “Our Town,” by Thornton Wilder. She said, “The viewpoints that people have on life are different and there’s certain parts of life that we can’t go back on because, well, the past has happened and life just goes on."

Spring play reminds viewers to appreciate the little joys of life

Sophia Wolczko, Staff Writer April 24, 2017

The barista looks up, smiles, and hands a cup of steaming coffee across the counter. The fragrance is pleasant and the warmth is comforting. Each small sip brings a burst of flavor and a mind-opening energy...

Miles Ramsdell-Ray, a junior, and Raffi DeSoto, a senior, enact the absurdist one act "Zoo Story" by Edward Albee, directed by Tessa Bagby.

One Acts offer a great experience for audience and performers

Sophia Wolczko, Staff Writer March 29, 2017

Miles Ramsdell-Ray, a junior, whips out a knife and holds it threateningly before him. The eyes of his target, Raffi DeSoto, a senior, widen as the gravity of the situation hits. “You’re mad!...

One noteworthy piece played was “The Cello Song,” written by Steven Sharp Nelson. It was played as a septet by the Symphony Orchestra cellists. Senior Jillian Yong, third from the right in the photo, said, “I think performing as a part of a group makes a big difference."

[Photo] Carlmont Instrumental Chamber Music Night offers new variety

Sophia Wolczko, Staff Writer March 6, 2017

Kyle Jung, a senior, played Marimba Concerto No.1 Mvt.4 by Ney Rosaulo

The AMC 10 A was one of two 75 minute, 25 question, multiple choice contests offered on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Aidan Truel, one of the contest takers, said, "It’s just a fun math competition ... anybody can do it, regardless of your skill.”

The AMC 10 A was one of two 75 minute, 25 question, multiple choice contests offered on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Aidan Truel, one of the contest takers, said, "It’s just a fun math competition ... anybody can...

For those who struggle with reading, many daily tasks, such as navigation by reading signs, can be very difficult.

Dealing with Dyslexia: Students Overcome Reading Difficulties

Sophia Wolczko, Staff Writer February 5, 2017

How often do read? Even little things count, like a title on a worksheet, the label on a cereal box, or the text one just received. How much effort did it take to read that sentence? The ability...

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