San Carlos Youth Center spreads joy at their monthly dance
Camran Hitchcock, Staff Writer
April 22, 2019
On April 19, local middle school students gathered at the San Carlos Youth Center, where a fun-filled night of dancing, socializing, and eating awaited them. Every month, the San Carlos Youth Center hosts a dance catered to the students of the San Carlos middle schools such as Tierra Linda and Central...
Belmont Library Hosts the 11th Annual SMCL Teen Film Fest
CJ Ward, Segment Producer
March 23, 2019
Teens around the Bay Area submit their films for a chance to win prizes in the SMCL Teen Film Fest.
ASB prepares for annual blood drive
Nihal Karim, Staff Writer
October 5, 2018
With the annual blood drive approaching, ASB is recruiting students to donate blood. Every year, students older than 16 can register to donate blood in Carlmont's blood drive. Working with the Stanford Blood Center, ASB hopes to break their past records and reach a higher number of blood donations...
The annual celebration of Greek culture brings people together
Taisiia Yakovenko, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
Church of the Holy Cross invited families to enjoy food, drama, dancing, music, and shops on the 48th Greek Festival. The annual festival in Belmont marked yet another celebration of Greek culture and traditions that allow families across the Bay Area to experience and enjoy it first hand. Anast...
Carlmont’s first annual weightlifing competition
Briana McDonald, ScotCenter Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2018
Carlmont High School hosted it's first annual weightlifting competition on Saturday, May 19.
Annual picnic gives seniors an outlet for stress
Maya O'Sullivan, Staff Writer
May 3, 2018
As the end of the year approaches, seniors are dealing with the stress of finals and preparing for college. Carlmont’s annual senior picnic gives these students an opportunity to bond with their fellow classmates before they part for college. Activities director Jim Kelly said, “We have b...
Students showcase their diverse talents in annual show
Maya O'Sullivan, Staff Writer
April 22, 2018
Martial arts, singing, string quartets. Those were just a few of the many talents that were showcased in Carlmont’s Annual Talent show which was held from April 17 through April 20 in the quad. The show is held to give students an outlet to display their individual talents that may otherwise be hi...
Weekly Pajama Storytime helps children focus
Anna Feng, Managing Editor
April 11, 2018
Surrounded by various picture books and stuffed animals, volunteer Mickey Wicz begins to read to a small gaggle of children. Each Wednesday evening from 7–7:30 p.m., the San Mateo County Library (SMCL) hosts a Pajama Storytime. The San Carlos Library is one of the libraries that host this event....
Annual rose sale spreads love throughout the halls
Maya O'Sullivan, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018
Paper hearts and bouquets of roses fill every store in anticipation of Valentine’s Day. Students can show their appreciation and buy roses for their friends, teachers, and significant others. This annual sale provides an opportunity for students to celebrate Valentine’s Day as a Carlmont com...
Assembly reveals homecoming’s true colors
Sam Hanlon, Staff Writer
October 27, 2017
Colors of yellow, pink, green, and blue filled the Terry Stogner gym at Carlmont High School on Oct. 26, 2017, as the annual homecoming assembly took place. Carlmont's homecoming week started with a new tradition, nighttime powder puff. Students gathered at the football field on Tuesday night to watch the fema...
Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival celebrates its 47th anniversary
Kimberly Mitchell, Staff Writer
October 20, 2017
On Oct. 15, crowds gathered to enjoy local art, music, food, and drinks at the annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival. Live music entertained attendees throughout the day as thousands stopped by art vendors, carved pumpkins, and enjoyed the festive cuisine. Each year, the size of the fest...
Tails wag at 24th annual Pet Pride Day
Samantha Dahlberg, Staff Writer
October 4, 2017
Samantha Dahlberg reports on Pet Pride Day in San Francisco.
Auva Soheili, Staff Writer
From traditional lion dances to eating mooncake, the Autumn Moon Festival brought families together to...
Audrey Boyce, Staff Writer
Laughter rings through the air as the sun shines brightly overhead, celebrating one last hurrah as the...
Molly Donaldson, Staff Writer
The iPhone, first introduced to the world in 2007, has grown to become an undeniable icon for the life...
September 19, 2019
Eoin Cunningham explores the reasons why already existing characteristics of film and cinema dominate the box office as original scripts are passed up.
Ava Richards, Segment Producer
September 19, 2019
The beginning of the football season marks a new year for members of the Screamin' Scots to show off their school spirit, creating a nonjudgemental and welcoming community...
Nisha Marino, Highlander Editor-in-Chief
September 19, 2019
Women and men are not equal. We may have the same legal rights in America, and even those are on thin ice, but we are not equal. Equality begins with a mindset. Believing...
Mari Ramirez, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
It's that time of the year and the be-all, end-all tournament is here — it's Carlmont Cup season. Each year, groups at Carlmont face off in a competition put on by the...