‘A Novel Idea’ book club brings readers together
Taya Yakovenko, Staff Writer
January 19, 2018
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"A Novel Idea" book club allows student to explore a number of different genres of books while also providing an environment for interesting discussions. Under the leadership of Abygail-Dawn Lan, a senior and club president, strives to promote reading and analysis of various genres of books. “I th...
Students receive free summer reading books
Aliyah Wachob, Staff Writer
May 12, 2017
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As the school year draws to a close, thoughts turn to lazy days in the pool and late nights with friends. However, with the approach of summer also comes the yearly summer reading book. After a school-wide vote held in February, the book “Every Day” by David Levithan has been chosen for Carlmon...
Students vote on the 2017 summer reading book
Rachel Skrenta, Staff Writer
February 25, 2017
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A decision finally left up to the students: the summer reading book. From Feb. 22 to Feb. 24, students had the opportunity to vote for the upcoming summer reading book through a Google Form. The genres varied from fantasy to nonfiction, and students chose their top three book choices. Some teachers required their classes to vote, but others merely ...
Spectrum Book Club focuses on a spectrum of characters
Cath Lei, Staff Writer
February 10, 2017
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Characters from books, movies, and television series serve as role models and inspiration for everyone, whether young or old. For many, it is still hard to find a character that resonates with and resembles them. Books with LGBTQ characters are rare and books with well-written LGBTQ characters ...
Testing book drive provides financial aid
Kathryn Stratz, Staff Writer
February 6, 2017
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High school students are often encouraged to take great measures in preparing for standardized tests, such as the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. Unfortunately, the costs add up. Say a senior is taking two AP exams, as well as one SAT and one ACT. He or she will spend about $650 to $900. Let’s brea...
‘The Jungle Book’ 2.0 is a necessity to watch
Chesirae Barbano, Staff Writer
April 25, 2016
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Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book” left the pages on April 15 for its debut on the big screen. Directed by Jon Favreau and screenplay written by Justin Marks, this live action and CGI combination captivated the audience with its attention to plot and character design. The realistic depictio...
Students react to Schneider’s book talk
Hannah Young, Staff Writer
September 21, 2015
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On Sept. 17, author Robyn Schneider, who wrote Carlmont's all-school summer reading book, visited the school to speak about her writing experience and autograph students' copies of her novel. The idea for "The Beginning of Everything" began in the mind of Schneider while she attended medical school...
‘Divergent’ broke box office
Alex Wildman, Staff Writer
March 25, 2014
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"Divergent" broke the box office this weekend as the breakout film of 2014. The long awaited book-turned-movie was a pleasant surprise for audiences, and grossed an estimated 56 million in it’s opening weekend. Female lead, Beatrice "Tris" Prior, was played by "The Descendants" star Shailene Wood...
The rise in book to movie adaptations
Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer
December 12, 2013
Filed under Student Voices
Over the course of years, the number of book to movie adaptations have increased significantly, specifically from the young adult genre. “I think movie producers want to use the storylines that authors created for these books because of the huge fan base that comes along with them,” said senior Iman...
Kaylee George, Staff Writer
Think someone in prison has hit rock bottom? Maybe not. The juvenile detention center in San Mateo County provides many opportunities that can help kids who may have fallen down the wrong path turn around. There are many rehabilitative resources and services to offer kids in need, including academic counselors, who make sure school credits are being transferred, and therapists, who help the kids through their traumatic experiences.
Brian Olivares, Staff Writer
The internet is not as private as some may think. There are ways in which the Carlmont staff can see everything that a student accesses on their Sequoia Union High School...
Nihal Karim, Staff Writer
For Rebecca Shentu, Manon Llorach, and Sarah Tocatlian, moving to a new country was just the beginning of a new journey. The transition from middle school to high school...
Sam Hanlon, Staff Writer
Ninety-seven percent of sexual offenders walk free. Only 15 to 35 percent of sexual assaults are reported. Sexual assault can happen to men, women, or children. According...
Tyler Dartnell, Staff Writer
High school parties often consist of underage drinking, drugs, and other dangerous activities that are potential problems for partygoers. Life skills, a required high...