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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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Soleil Dam

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor

Soleil Dam is a senior at Carlmont High School and in her third year with the journalism program. She hopes to pursue a career in marketing or sports journalism. In her free time, you could find her cooking, spending time with her dog, watching sports, or listening to Taylor Swift. To see her portfolio, you can click here.

Twitter: @soleildam

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The United States ranks third in countries with the highest yearly food waste.

[Photo] Editorial: We need to stop wasting so much produce

Editorial Staff • April 28, 2022

The United States ranks third in countries with the highest yearly food waste.

In the United States, around 6.3 million pets enter animal shelters every year and about 4.1 million of them are adopted.

Editorial: You should adopt, not shop for your pets

Editorial Staff and Soleil Dam • March 22, 2023

The term “pandemic pet” may sound familiar to many people who have recently brought an animal into their home. According to a Rover survey conducted in January 2021, almost half of Americans said they...

Sophomore Manya Kumar performs a Bollywood dance alongside the Indian Culture Club.

Sharing our culture: Heritage Fair 2023

Soleil Dam and Sophia Mattioli • March 4, 2023

Girls varsity soccer seniors gather together for a photo.

End of an era: Soccer Senior Night 2023

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • February 11, 2023

Varsity girls basketball seniors gather with their coaches for a photo.

The final stretch: Basketball Senior Night 2023

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • February 4, 2023

Varsity cheer shows their support for the Carlmont defense.

[Photo] Scots Send-off: Senior Night 2022

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • October 28, 2022

Varsity cheer shows their support for the Carlmont defense.

During Halloween millions of Americans consume copious amounts of candy, leading to wasteful habits.

[Photo] 4 ways to use your leftover Halloween candy

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • November 2, 2022

During Halloween millions of Americans consume copious amounts of candy, leading to wasteful habits.

Scots lose to Hillsdale

[Photo] Live from the field: Knights escape Scots on senior night

Hayes Gaboury, Scotcenter Editor-in-Chief • November 1, 2022

In June 2022, the United States celebrated the 50th anniversary of President Richard Nixon's signing of Title IX into law.

Opinion: Title IX should be recognized for more than sports

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • November 4, 2022

Upon mentioning Title IX, most people associate the legislation with how it changed the landscape of women's collegiate sports. As a matter of fact, this year, the United States celebrated National Women...

The Scots get ready for the Tigers' offense to snap the football.

[Photo] Celebrating the Scots: Homecoming Week 2022

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • October 9, 2022

During a timeout, the Scots huddle to discuss the next play.

Carlmont players battle out in hopes of being noticed by college recruiters.

[Photo] An athlete’s guide to the college recruiting process

Austin Li, Staff Writer • October 30, 2022

Carlmont players battle out in hopes of being noticed by college recruiters.

Many high school seniors are left with many questions about where to attend school.

[Photo] Editorial: We need to destigmatize getting an associate’s degree

Editorial Staff • September 20, 2022

Many high school seniors are left with many questions about where to attend school.

The Scots’ offense lines up before a play against the Santa Clara defense.

[Photo] Carlmont varsity football staves off Santa Clara

Cameron Badiey • September 18, 2022

Carlmont senior kicker Conner Cook nails the extra point to make it 10-0.

As of 2021, only 14.4% of professional sports reporters identify as female.

[Photo] Underrepresentation of women in sports journalism

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • May 5, 2022

As of 2021, only 14.4% of professional sports reporters identify as female.

Damian Lillard, a point guard for the Portland Trailblazers, chose to wear “How Many More” while playing in the NBA Bubble.

Editorial: The NFL and NBA aren’t doing enough for racial equality

Editorial Staff and Soleil Dam • March 8, 2022

Colin Kaepernick kneeled in solidarity with police brutality victims. Soon after, he lost his job as an NFL quarterback. As Black Lives Matter became a national movement in June 2020, the NFL apologized to...

The drumline at Carlmont dons a dragon costume from Chinese culture.

Heritage Fair: The importance of cultural representation

Lindsay Augustine, Carolina Cuadros, Sophia Mattioli, Gabrielle Shore, Soleil Dam, and Mandy Mah • March 6, 2022

All six Avengers are featured in three movies together, "Avengers," "Avengers: Age of Ultron," and "Avengers: Endgame."

What your favorite Avenger says about you

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • February 25, 2022

It's been almost three years since we've seen all six Avengers in the same movie! As the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase Four is in full swing, I thought I would reminisce on the original six Avengers....

A display of second-hand clothes sits in a local thrift store.

Lifestyle changes may sustain the future

Soleil Dam and Mandy Mah • February 2, 2022

In the early 20th century, America transitioned into a consumer society, emitting massive amounts of pollutants into the atmosphere. Marine debris, deforestation, exploitation of natural resources, and...

"Spider-Man: No Way Home," is the third movie in the trilogy that stars Tom Holland as Spider-Man.

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ becomes a new fan favorite

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • December 26, 2021

"Spider-Man: No Way Home" had a record-breaking opening weekend, making $253 million in the box office. Naturally, I went to go see it last Friday on opening night, and I was blown away.  Before I...

Scots fight for an offensive rebound to gain an extra possession.

Scots grab a dominant win over the Matadors

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • December 18, 2021

Carlmont boys varsity basketball won in an exciting fashion over the Monta Vista Matadors on Friday, Dec. 17. The Scots were exceptionally proud of this win and were in good spirits after the game.  “The...

Many elementary schools have lesson plans that include a reenactment of the first Thanksgiving day feast.

Opinion: You should know the real history of Thanksgiving

Soleil Dam and Mandy Mah • November 25, 2021

For many, Thanksgiving is a holiday full of giving thanks, spending time with family, and devouring piles of food. However, for Indigenous communities, it’s a different story.  On Thanksgiving Day,...

Taylor Swift is a singer-songwriter who has nine studio albums, but has recently rereleased two of them.

What your favorite Taylor Swift album says about you

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • November 18, 2021

On Nov. 13, Taylor Swift rereleased her 2012 album, “Red.” “Red (Taylor’s Version)” got me thinking about how much a person’s Swift album preference says about their personality.  Taylor...

World Vasectomy Day takes place in the third week of November and has been celebrated in numerous countries for the past eight years.

[Photo] World Vasectomy Day: Men are part of the equation 

November 17, 2021

World Vasectomy Day takes place in the third week of November and has been celebrated in numerous countries for the past eight years.

Carlmont's quarterback sets up behind the offensive line as they prepare to hike the ball.

Knights defeat the Scots in homecoming game

Soleil Dam and Chesney Evert • October 30, 2021

In the final event of Carlmont's homecoming week, Carlmont varsity football fell to the Menlo Knights with a score of 55-17. However, the crowd was roaring, and even the opponents felt the Screamin'...

A Christmas-themed display sits in a local Target during October.

[Photo] Editorial: Premature marketing for holidays encourages overconsumption

Editorial Staff • October 28, 2021

A Christmas-themed display sits in a local Target during October.

Adam Silver, the NBA’s commissioner, gives a speech to the NBA’s board of governors.

NBA play-in tournament has mixed reactions

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • May 1, 2021

The NBA has opted to have a short tournament at the end of the regular season to determine the final four teams in the 2021 playoffs. The NBA’s board of governors elected to call it a play-in tournament,...

Scots’ defense hustles to tackle the Vikings’ running back.

Scots dominate the Vikings

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • April 10, 2021

In their last home game of the season, Carlmont’s JV football team defeated Mills. While this was the first game of the Vikings' season, the opponent's lack of season playing experience did not guarantee...

Women represent the feminist movement on the court and field.

Feminism takes the field

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • March 11, 2021

Over the years, women have struggled to find a voice, especially in the world of sports. However, recently many women are being recognized for their professional sports-related achievements and are inspiring...

A stack of Amazon boxes on the front porch of a home.

Selfishness on the rise

Maya Campbell and Soleil Dam • February 15, 2021

Power and success always go hand in hand. To achieve success, we often hear about working hard and being kind. However, the most influential people do not get there by ordinary means.  Jeff Bezos,...

Rule 600 requires student-athletes to choose between playing for Carlmont or playing for their club team.

Rule 600 limits student-athletes

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • February 11, 2021

Rule 600 is a regulation created by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) that mandates student-athletes to only play for one team during a single season. In other words, it forces players to...

Lindsay Roth, a sophomore, hits off the tee in an at-home practice.

Motivations alter when working out in quarantine

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • January 21, 2021

As the amount of COVID-19 cases rise, student-athletes are forced to continue practicing at home. Without regularly scheduled face-to-face practices, many athletes are struggling to find the motivation...

Trevor Douglis, a senior, takes a shot during a Carlmont lacrosse game.

Collegiate sports prove to be the ultimate trophy

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • December 1, 2020

The ultimate dream for most student-athletes is playing at the collegiate level. However, the college recruiting process is extensive and often difficult. As a result, many athletes get recruiting help...

Ella Yee, a sophomore, sports her Scots gear in an at-home practice as she prepares for the upcoming school season.

Some student-athletes do not have an offseason

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • November 10, 2020

Although most student-athletes at the high school level play club and school sports, some have a preference. A percentage of student-athletes play one or the other because they feel one team has more benefits,...

Kiana Domingo, a sophomore, finds a new place to practice while the Carlmont gyms are closed.

Pandemic guidelines: a new ball game for Carlmont athletics

Soleil Dam, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • October 20, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has not only delayed Carlmont's sports seasons, it has also limited the way that coaches train and evaluate their athletes. Due to the setback, sports are now consolidated into...

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