A blend of purple and blue haze washes over the night sky of San Francisco, courtesy of the city lights below. Although the urban skyline creates a captivating view, the night sky’s true beauty lies...

Each year, Carlmont’s Associated Student Body brings in therapy dogs for students to pet and play with during review week (the week preceding finals week). This initiative is greatly appreciated...

Smiles are seen and excitement is heard as people wait in anticipation to see the dogs. “Over 100 people came out today at lunch to participate,” ASB president Rohan Haldanker said as he helped overlook...

Seniors Sarah Shalita and Deianarah Machicado pet golden retriever Cooper, who is 4 years old. “The dogs were so adorable and I had a lot of fun petting them. I feel de-stressed,” Shalita said.

Two students pet Zoe, a 4-year-old golden retriever. Zoe’s known to be a great therapy dog. She even posed for the camera.

Jazzlin Yee smiles at Sadie, a black lab. Despite being local resident’s personal dogs, they have to get certified and pass many tests before they can become a therapy dog. “The dogs were very cute...

Sophomore Ashlynn Son and her friend pet Cooper, a certified therapy dog. “I think dogs just give a lot of serotonin. Especially during review week, everything can be very stressful so it’s a really...

ASB representative Elisa Lou-Wimmer sits with Cate, a black labrador golden retriever mix. “It’s so calming to be around these dogs. They are really well-behaved and so cute,” Lou-Wimmer said.

Two students sit with Meru, a black labrador. Meru started life as a puppy in the Guide Dogs for the Blind training program. He is now certified in “Pet Assisted Therapy” and is a “Canine Good Citizen.”...

Freshman Clara Lewis and Kailee Doeey pet labrador Vegas. Vegas loves working with both children and adults, and his hobbies include long walks, sleeping, and family road trips. “He looks just like my...

Two students pet Vegas, a black labrador who rolls on his back in order to get a belly rub. Dogs, like humans, release endorphins and oxytocin through methods of touch, so rubbing a dog's belly can help...

In the second quarter, Sydney Tao shoots and scores a free throw, making the score 24-14. Tao is a senior point guard for the team. The Scots maintained their lead in the second quarter with the help of...

Willow Ishibashi-To makes a strategic move on the court to avoid the opposing team in the third quarter. Ishibashi-To is a junior point guard. Point guards try to steal the ball and are usually one of...

The Scots huddle during a timeout in the fourth quarter. Tensions were rising for the Scots as the Notre Dame Tigers began to catch up in score. Despite this, the Scots remained in good spirits as they...

The players watch as the ball sails into the hoop in the third quarter, a score by senior Inaaya Omer. Omer is a power center, meaning that she plays near the basket while rebounding and defending taller...

Mischa Duggal hands a ball to Charlotte Lin, who laughs with Willow Ishibashi-To. Both teams get time right before halftime ends to warm up again. The Scots were leading by 32-18 before the third quarter...

In the last minutes of the game, the Scots yell words of encouragement towards the players on the court. Losing by 42-40 at this point, it was hard for the team to not be stressed. Despite their loss,...

The Carlmont Scots bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Friday, winning by a score of 43-33 against the Fremont Firebirds on Oct. 27. The theme of the night was “Pink Out,” supporting...

Haldankar leads the cheers for the student section. "I'm so hyped up that the team got a win. We were able to get loud and show a ton of spirit for pink out," Haldankar said.

Juniors Katie Peacock and Zirelli lead the Screamin' Scot cheers as the game nears the end. "It was so much fun. I love getting to be a Screamin Scot leader and being in the student section with my friends,"...

Offensive lineman Erik Chaparro-Hernandez roars in support of his team in the third quarter. The Scots were ahead 30-14 in the beginning of the quarter. They maintained a lead all the way to the end of...

Junior Victoria Jung cheers happily for the Scots after the football team scored another touchdown. "I am so proud of our performance with the mini cheerleaders. I can't wait to see the future generation...

Juniors Mahika Reddy, Audrey Wong, Luana Tellez, and Masha Rozenburg take a selfie, decked out in pink attire. "I always love football games at Carlmont. It was fun to be right at the rail with a bunch...

The cheer team brings a surprise guest out for their halftime performance: "Mini Monty's," a group of young cheerleaders from the community. Third grader Cecile Rotner shared her enthusiasm. "I like flying...

Senior Lilian Fox high-fives her friend right after the throwing of colored powder. This tradition of throwing colored baby powder has happened at every Carlmont football game as a way to show spirit....

Senior and ASB executive Nicholas Tolod yells in excitement towards the crowd. Tolod spends his time at football games on the track, leading cheers and hyping up the student section. “Friday Night Lights...

Senior Paige Mayo and her friends chant in support of the Scots. “The football games are so fun to be at. We always cheer our hearts out and try to be as spirited as possible,” Mayo said.

The Carlmont dance team performs their routine at halftime. Junior Alissa Zirelli and sophomore Ashlynn Son lead in front. The audience cheered loudly for their compelling performance.

The Carlmont cheer team dazzles the crowd during halftime with their high-flying routine. Senior flyer Sarah Shalita remarked on their performance. “Our routine went very smoothly and it was one of the...

Senior running back Braeden Kumer rests on the sidelines after scoring a touchdown in the third quarter. Kumer rushed for 331 yards and got four touchdowns, making it a victorious night for him. “I love...

Seniors joyously scream and cheer at the top of their lungs, celebrating the senior class homecoming float. They ran along the track after breaking out of the float. Their theme was “Senior’s Last...

Junior Kimberly Garcia Cancio holds up a handmade sign during the homecoming float parade. The junior class theme was “Junior Jail,” following the western theme of the Homecoming dance. The signs were...

The Scots set up for the PAT after scoring a hard-earned touchdown. In the first quarter, they got three touchdowns and 400 yards. This play led them to earn another touchdown.

The student section watches in anticipation and excitement as the game unfolds, with students decked out in blue and Scots gear for the "Bleed Blue" theme. Their vibrant display of school pride made for...

Carlmont's varsity flag football team triumphed in a 27-0 victory against the Aragon Dons on Thursday evening. Being their first official game, the team faced initial anxiety among several members....

With summer just around the corner, the image of sunny beaches and blue water is in many people's heads. Coming along with them are the necessities: sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. But one of those items...

You start your day with a cup of coffee flavored with your favorite Coffee mate creamer. You pour a bowl of your favorite cereal: Frosted Flakes, your go-to pick from your local Safeway. As the clock reads...

Pornography: a taboo topic that prompts disapproving looks and makes for an awkward conversation. However, it’s a more common activity than people may think, with a reported 58% of Americans and the...

Imagine a world where a simple infection such as strep throat, which affects more than 600 million people annually, is deadly. This was the case until the late 1920s when the invention of penicillin sparked...

Murder, torture, and crime: three words you might never expect to describe the most popular genre of documentaries and the fourth most popular genre of podcasts. Over half of Americans enjoy true-crime...

Scholarships provide financial support for students to help pay for a college degree. They can be spent toward tuition, books, housing, food, and other resources, depending on the scholarship. In many...

1. Stick to a routine With the absence of school forcing one to get up at a certain time, it can be easy to fall into unproductive patterns. By setting and sticking to a routine such as getting up at...

Carlmont's winter break begins Dec. 23, two days before Christmas. Students will be returning to school Jan. 10th.

A "no trespassing" sign will stop most people in their tracks. For others, a sign telling them to keep out has the opposite effect. The thrill of being where they are not supposed to be is drawing teens...

No matter what time of year it is, sports are a great way to stay healthy, make new friends, have new experiences, and stay entertained. Through participation in sports, you are likely to mature physically,...

A student at Carlmont blows his nose as he recovers from a cold.

Inspired by Day of the Dead, celebrated in November, these colorful skull planters are available for purchase.

Pumpkin waffles are another seasonal favorite of Trader Joe's shoppers.

Different soups stock the shelves as "Soup Season" rolls around.

Different varieties of pumpkin-flavored cookies line the shelves.

A variety of mini pumpkins and gourds are available this fall for less than $1.

Trader Joe's is flooded with seasonal fall foods. One popular item is their Organic Canned Pumpkin, commonly used to make pumpkin pie.

Students from Carlmont High School beat the heat by heading to Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay after school. This September week was recorded as the hottest week in California this year, making the coast...