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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

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

Scot Scoop News

Stella Pavao

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer

Stella Pavao is a current senior at Carlmont High School and a staff writer for Scot Scoop News. She is also the senior class president and a member of Carlmont’s Junior State of America. When off campus, Stella can be found listening to Kacey Musgraves or watching Formula One racing. To view her portfolio, click here.

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With new releases in video games like "Fortnite" and movies such as "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of the Songbirds and Snakes," many Carlmont students are returning to childhood favorites. "It's funny to think I'm back doing the things I was doing when I was 10 years old," said sophomore Lucas Zago.

Good news report: nostalgic favorites return

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer November 12, 2023

In a time of an increasingly competitive educational landscape, teens often find themselves wanting to resort back to a simpler, less stressful time. Whether evoked by a movie, song, or in another way,...

Senior running back Braeden Kumer gains yards for the Scots in the second half of the game.

Knights joust Scots in home opener

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer September 3, 2023

Carlmont's varsity football team lost to the Menlo Knights in the Scots' first home game of the season on Friday. Students shuffled back to Bruce Usher Stadium for the start of Carlmont home games, the...

The Road to NorCal

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer May 24, 2023

Coming off the 2022 season, the Scots were looking for redemption. After facing unforeseen challenges, the Scots were eliminated in the semi-finals of last year's Central Coast Section (CCS) championship...

Vikram Kacholiya serves the ball towards Dylan Hansen and Luke Amdurksy on the Panther's side.

Scots serve up a win against Panthers

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer April 7, 2023

Continuing their winning streak against the Panthers, Carlmont's varsity boys' tennis team beat the Burlingame Panthers 6-1. After beating the Panthers earlier in the season, the Scots anticipated for...

Sophomore forward Kaylee Kim battles Woodside defender Abigail Clarke for the ball.

Wildcats clutch a tight victory over Scots

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer January 28, 2023

Carlmont's girls varsity soccer team fought to the very end in a 5-4 loss to the Woodside Wildcats. This was the Scots' second matchup of the season against the Woodside. The Scots had previously secured...

Tala Newell is just one of many teens who enjoys performing. "I am definitely an introvert in real life but performing has always given me a safe outlet from that. Also, the the rush of adrenaline is very addicting," Newell said.

Local teens work towards a musical future

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer December 4, 2022

Taylor Swift was just 16 years old when she first claimed a spot on Billboard's Hot 100.  Billie Eilish was 15 when her hit song 'Ocean Eyes' made the list, and Stevie Wonder was only 13 years old...

In the time of social media and smartphones, relationships have been shifted to be based on texts and calls.

Modern love: how dating has evolved

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer November 18, 2022

All you need is love. For decades this sentiment has been spread globally, but relationships have become more complicated in the age of technology and social media. Gone are the days of candlelight...

The future Topgolf site will take over the land that was the Burlingame Golf Center.

Burlingame approves new Topgolf facility

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer October 27, 2022

The city of Burlingame has approved plans to build a Topgolf facility on government-leased lands. Topgolf is a modern take on golf. The setup is the same as a large driving range, but golfers focus...

The Kardashians pose for an ad campaign with Sears in 2013.

All about the Kardashian-Jenner family

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer April 27, 2022

The Kardashians first rose to popularity in the 1990s when Robert Kardashian Sr. represented O.J. Simpson in the infamous The People of the State of California v. Orenthal James Simpson case. Then, after...

Since it's inaugural season in 1950, Formula One has raced on 69 tracks across 34 countries.

A beginner’s guide to Formula One racing

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer April 6, 2022

The 2022 Formula One racing season is now underway. The sport has gained popularity in the past few seasons with aid from Netflix's "Formula 1: Drive to Survive". Whether inspired by Netflix's docuseries...

Netflix has been releasing original content  since 2012. Now the content produced ranges between various genres and formats.

Five Netflix originals to watch today

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer March 9, 2022

Although initially a platform for streaming outside content, Netflix has quickly become a powerhouse for producing original materials. Here are five recommendations on five Netflix originals you should...

Lunar New Year can be celebrated with lion dances, lighting firecrackers, and spending time with family.

What your lunar zodiac says about you

Stella Pavao, Staff Writer February 9, 2022

Many people in cultures across the world celebrate Lunar New Year. For many Asian cultures, Lunar New Year is marked with family-centered celebrations. Each year, the holiday has a different zodiac from...

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