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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

Margot Graves

Margot Graves, Staff Writer

Margot Graves is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and a writer of review for Scot Scoop News. Margot enjoys reviewing movies, albums, and books.

Twitter: @MargotGraves3

 

All content by Margot Graves
Electric vehicle charging to run.

High gas prices charge electric vehicle sales

Margot Graves, Staff Writer April 28, 2022

Electric vehicles (EVs) may seem like a better alternative to save money, as gas prices have dramatically increased in recent months. While it has been known for a long time that EVs can cost less to...

Carlmont student takes a test while watching students enjoy themselves at lunch.

Grades don’t tell the whole story

Margot Graves and Adelaide Reinshagen April 5, 2022

Will bad grades ruin your life? Many students ask themselves this frequently as they try to decide if they should go to that football game or study for their math test. Students worry about each assignment...

Tender Greens staff prepares orders from both in-person customers and people ordering from food delivery apps.

Food delivery apps eat away at restaurants with fees

Margot Graves, Staff Writer February 7, 2022

Third-party food delivery apps such as Doordash, Uber Eats, and GrubHub charge restaurants hefty fees, leaving these apps and restaurants as uneasy partners. Customer convenience comes at the expense of...

The board discusses the plan for the current upsurge of the Omicron variant, some people in person, while others join in on zoom.

Sequoia Union High School District creates plan for Omicron variant

Margot Graves, Staff Writer January 17, 2022

After a dramatic spike of COVID-19 cases, the Sequoia Union High School District (SUHSD) board held a meeting on Jan. 16 to discuss their new testing plan, the teacher shortage, and how sick students can...

Carlmont student Casey Shea takes a test while watching students enjoy themselves at lunch.

Carlmont student Casey Shea takes a test while watching students enjoy themselves at lunch.

Kevin, the main character in "Home Alone," smiling at the camera.

How well do you know ‘Home Alone?’

Margot Graves, Staff Writer December 10, 2021

Students preparing for their upcoming finals.

Poll: How are you feeling about finals?

Margot Graves, Staff Writer December 3, 2021

Black Friday shoppers stand in a line outside of a store at Valley Fair Mall in Santa Clara.

Is Black Friday still worth it?

Margot Graves, Staff Writer November 26, 2021

Are Black Friday deals worth the time spent in chaotic stores and extra-long lines? This year more than ever, buyers are questioning if the shopping tradition is worth their energy and time; many aspects...

A Stanford student bikes through the Stanford campus bike paths.

Local fall activities to embrace the season

Margot Graves, Staff Writer November 7, 2021

Halloween may be over, but that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of fall-inspired activities to take part in this November. As the weather becomes colder, you may find yourself wondering how to spend...

A clean and organized workspace is an essential self-care practice to keep your mind clear.

Self-care tips for the best you

Margot Graves, Staff Writer October 17, 2021

High school can be pretty stressful. Assignments can pile up, leaving students with hours of homework each night. Tests and quizzes seem to happen every other day. And in Carlmont's competitive atmosphere,...

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