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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

Olivia Wang

Olivia Wang, Staff Writer

Olivia Wang is currently a sophomore at Carlmont High School, in the class of 2027. She enjoys traveling, taking photos, and baking. Her intrigue in journalism comes from wanting to understand and inform others of important events and topics. She is covering news on campus at the moment.

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Sophomore Kristie Chen checks for the details of her upcoming Chinese final exam to prepare and study. "When the test is posted online, it makes me feel stressed, but it helps me plan out what I need to study," said freshman Kerim Lahmar.

Teachers help students tackle finals

Olivia Wang, Staff Writer May 21, 2025

As finals week approaches, students are buckling down with study guides, flashcards, and review sessions, while teachers shift their classes into review mode to help ease the pressure. Whether figuring...

A student checks her AP Classroom dashboard, scrolling through units of material to review before the exams. "So far, reviewing all the topics from this year is my top priority," said sophomore Camille Nobrega.

The AP exam countdown begins

Olivia Wang, Staff Writer April 25, 2025

With Advanced Placement (AP) exams just around the corner, the pressure is on for students to manage practice tests, complete rigorous coursework, and control their stress. From AP World to AP Calculus,...

An AP Seminar student reviews her IMP for her upcoming presentation date. "As a practice, I would try to memorize my script whenever I had the time to," said sophomore Kate Elliott said.

AP Seminar students prepare for IMP

Olivia Wang, Staff Writer March 29, 2025

As the Advanced Placement (AP) Seminar Individual Multimedia Presentation (IMP) dates approach, students taking the class are overwhelmed with stress. For many, the pressure of condensing various research...

Jim Kelly speaks to his class as ASB prepares for the many applicants. "The best advice I could give to the kids is just be who you are," Kelly said.

ASB applications hit record high

Olivia Wang, Staff Writer March 9, 2025

Carlmont High School’s Associated Student Body (ASB) applications have skyrocketed to a new record number of 112 applicants this year. “I want to apply because I like working with others to create...

French Club leaders serve students crepes in the quad. "During the club fair, we had a crepe station where people go to decorate their crepes," Skaf said.

French Club fosters culture and connections

Olivia Wang, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

From baking blue macarons to playing competitive trivia games, Carlmont's French Club is a vibrant space for students to come together and celebrate French culture creatively. The French Club at Carlmont...

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