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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

All content by Justine Phipps
The Scots pose excitedly after their 2-1 win against St. Francis.

Varsity baseball comes out victorious in CCS quarterfinal game

Justine Phipps, Scot Scoop Sports Editor/In Depth Editor May 24, 2015

Three hours, 48 minutes. 13 innings. Tie game between the Scots and the St. Francis Sharks. Two outs. Seniors Aaron Pleschner and Alex Pennes are on first and second base. Sophomore Vinny Bologna is...

Netflix has won over the hearts of many students as a form of relaxation.

[Photo] Student leisure time and how it’s spent

Evan Davies, Staff Writer April 20, 2015

Netflix has won over the hearts of many students as a form of relaxation.

“The administration then looks to see how the situation occurred and how the ‘victim’ feels. If the victim provides that it is not a big deal, then we usually provide more intervention and educational responses to the situation instead of consequences, said Cho.

[Photo] Administration's response to friendly banter

May 7, 2015

“The administration then looks to see how the situation occurred and how the ‘victim’ feels. If the victim provides that it is not a big deal, then we usually provide more intervention and educational...

While some believe its important to have a middle name, others find it useless.

[Photo] Middle names — why do we have them?

Ravina Gujral, ScotCenter Segment Editor April 28, 2015

While some believe it's important to have a middle name, others find it useless.

Maslows Hierarchy of Needs is well known throughout psychology as the steps to self-fulfilment.

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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is well known throughout psychology as the steps to self-fulfilment.

Some colleges have begun making the switch to coed dorm rooms.

[Photo] Coed dorm rooms become more common

Connie Yi, Staff Writer March 20, 2015

Some colleges have begun making the switch to coed dorm rooms.

Students face stress everyday. Luckily, there are solutions to their struggles.

[Photo] Health hacks

March 11, 2015

Students face stress everyday. Luckily, there are solutions to their struggles.

High school is a tough place to figure out who you really are. These tips and tricks will help you to a better self!

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High school is a tough place to figure out who you really are. These tips and tricks will help you to a better self!

With Snapcash, people can easily charge money for child pornography.

[Photo] Paying for nudity on Snapchat

Elena Mateus, ScotCenter Editor-in-Chief January 20, 2015

Snapchat presents the user with various steps when setting up their Snapcash account.

“I stay up late at night and often I don’t get enough sleep and I’m too tired the next day in class to stay focused,” said junior Erin Alonso.

[Photo] Homework or procrastination -- which is the problem?

January 23, 2015

“I stay up late at night and often I don’t get enough sleep and I’m too tired the next day in class to stay focused,” said junior Erin Alonso.

[Principal Lisa] Gleaton said, We would be okay without [our fundraising groups], but we are great with them!

[Photo] Donations help fund excellence

Sarah Schisla, Scot Scoop Editor-in-Chief January 21, 2015

[Principal Lisa] Gleaton said, "We would be okay without [our fundraising groups], but we are great with them!"

Individually as a whole, we can make a difference, -Huskey

Tournament for Tots brings joy to the holidays

Justine Phipps, Scot Scoop Sports Editor/In Depth Editor December 7, 2014

Imagine being a six-year old with no presents sitting under your Christmas tree. It's not because you were naughty, but because your family was not financially able to buy you toys for the holidays. Something...

Photo from a 2013-2014 season game.

[Photo] Boys varsity soccer anticipates upcoming season

Naomi Asrir, Art Team November 22, 2014

Photo from a 2013-2014 season game.

Parent Jennifer Loucks surprises Loucks with Cal Poly themed balloons and flowers.

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Parent Jennifer Loucks surprises Loucks with Cal Poly themed balloons and flowers.

The best advice I can give to other athletes hoping to play in college is to have full dedication. Always keep your goal in sight and never give up because hard work plays off, said Pleschner.

[Photo] Senior athletes attend a life-changing lunch

November 19, 2014

"The best advice I can give to other athletes hoping to play in college is to have full dedication. Always keep your goal in sight and never give up because hard work plays off," said Pleschner.

Senior Kristen Denney and Cadona are all giggles after the signing.

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Senior Kristen Denney and Cadona are all giggles after the signing.

Seniors Katelyn McGrath and Lauren Racioppi wrap Cadona in a celebratory group hug.

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Seniors Katelyn McGrath and Lauren Racioppi wrap Cadona in a celebratory group hug.

Varsity baseball groups together for a team picture.

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Varsity baseball groups together for a team picture.

Members of the softball program join in for a picture.

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Members of the softball program join in for a picture.

Varsity softball coach Jim Liggett and varsity baseball coach Rich Vallero join in for an emotional photo.

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Varsity softball coach Jim Liggett and varsity baseball coach Rich Vallero join in for an emotional photo.

Parents of the seniors pose for a photo.

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Parents of the seniors pose for a photo.

Parents and friends come out to support their seniors.

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Parents and friends come out to support their seniors.

Seniors Kirra Loucks, Mariko Kondo, Sara Cadona, and Aaron Pleschner sign their NLI commitment letters to college.

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Seniors Kirra Loucks, Mariko Kondo, Sara Cadona, and Aaron Pleschner sign their NLI commitment letters to college.

Parents and friends came to celebrate the occasion.

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Parents and friends came to celebrate the occasion.

Its a blessing to have the people I love the most here to support me on such an important day because they always motivated me to push myself, said Cadona alongside Pleschner.

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"It's a blessing to have the people I love the most here to support me on such an important day because they always motivated me to push myself," said Cadona alongside Pleschner.

Kondo and Loucks were all smiles before the signing.

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Kondo and Loucks were all smiles before the signing.

The Black and White Gala features all four Carlmont performing arts programs.

Performing arts programs come together for Black and White Gala

Justine Phipps, Scot Scoop Sports Editor/In Depth Editor October 1, 2014

Get out your tuxedos and high heels. Carlmont's upcoming Black and White Gala, hosted by Carlmont's Art Council, is set for Oct. 11, 2014. "[The Gala] is a fundraiser put together by the arts council...

Junior Malcolm McClellan goes in for a tackle in last years rivalry game versus Sequoia.

[Photo] Boys soccer uneasy about upcoming season

Alyssa Fagel, Highlander Editor September 9, 2014

Junior Malcolm McClellan goes in for a tackle in last year's rivalry game versus Sequoia.

Senior Willie Teo fights back in an offensive play.

Varsity football starts off season victorious

Justine Phipps, Scot Scoop Sports Editor/In Depth Editor September 6, 2014

The Carlmont Scots came out loud and proud with a 47-0 victory against the Yerba Buena Warriors.