Vallero’s winning streak continues off the field
Veronica Roseborough, Staff writer
April 11, 2018
The life of a coach is not an easy one. One may wake up aiming to enrich the lives of students and end up falling short. Rich Vallero, a varsity baseball coach and physical education (P.E.) teacher at Carlmont, knows this feeling all too well. “Sometimes when you strap it on and go to work eve...
New ‘Black Mirror’ season continues its odd yet intriguing theme
Sean Vanderaa, Staff Writer
February 2, 2018
Filed under Reviews
The end of the world. A completely immersive dating machine. Overprotective parents. All this and more is brought out in season four of 'Black Mirror.' On Dec. 29, 2017, Netflix launched its fourth season of 'Black Mirror,' a British television series that focuses on possible futures for the human...
Residents await completion of Ralston Avenue construction
Vincent Wai, Staff Writer
October 24, 2017
Filed under News
2017 was a greatly anticipated year for construction throughout Belmont with new sewer and gas pipes that have been replaced. "I want Belmont to have the safest gas pipelines possible. We're very hopeful the work will be finished soon and that PG&E can replace Ralston as required before the weather ...
Social media continues to veil effective coping
October 8, 2017
Filed under Opinion
Whether news comes through emails, texts, or snapchats, we all use social media to share experiences and get information. But social media veils the truths about lives and events. “Social media is like this giant filter on everyone’s lives and in my eyes, it’s fake and not genuine, so having...
Varsity football continues historic 4-0 record
Izzy Mitchell, Staff Writer
September 19, 2017
"Carlmont just played better," said Lincoln head coach Phil Ferrigno. The Scots did it again. For the first time in Carlmont varsity football history since 1977, the Scots hold a 4-0 record after defeating Lincoln High School on Sept. 15, 43-0. "I felt great winning because we've all put in the work to get the win. By that, I mean looking over film countless of times, conditioning...
Belmont Greek festival continues to spread joy for everyone
Samantha Dahlberg, Segment Producer
September 7, 2017
Filed under ScotCenter, ScotCenter: News
Samantha Dahlberg reports on the 47th annual Greek festival at the church of the Holy Cross in Belmont.
Varsity football continues winning streak against Mills
Izzy Mitchell, Staff Writer
October 9, 2016
Despite falling behind in the first quarter, the Carlmont Scots defeated the Mills Vikings 44-42, winning their second game in two weeks. Throughout the game, the offense was a key factor in the Carlmont win. "Our offense really came through for us against Mills because our defense was having a lot of t...
JV volleyball continues their undefeated season
Nour Zabaneh, Staff Writer
October 7, 2016
Filed under Sports
lWith their undefeated record and first place position at stake, the Scots successfully beat the second place Hillsdale Knights. On October 6, Carlmont JV volleyball was able to persevere and triumph now making their coveted record 7-0 in the Scots gym. "We knew that they had gotten better, so we jus...
Save the Music unites the community through fundraising
Izzy Mitchell, Staff Writer
October 3, 2016
From 11:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Oct. 2, Twin Pines Park of Belmont was full of life. Parents danced along to the live music, reliving their younger days. Meanwhile, children carried dozens of tickets, looking for the best way to spend them. Volunteers of all ages sported a purple shirt and aided...
Powerball lottery frenzy continues, despite improbable odds
Connor Lin, Staff Writer
January 14, 2016
Filed under News
With $1.5 billion up for grabs, people with high hopes frantically crowd stores and gas stations buying lottery tickets in hopes of winning the top prize. Lottery tickets for the Powerball cost $2 each for a chance at the jackpot. The Powerball lottery has achieved a world record for being the highes...
Varsity volleyball continues its undefeated season
Mackenzie O'Connell, Staff Writer
October 8, 2015
Filed under Sports
The Scots remained undefeated after they pulled through and took a close victory against the Burlingame Panthers. On Tuesday, Oct. 6, Carlmont's varsity volleyball team played a five-set match against Burlingame High School. The bleachers were filled with intensity and cheers as the Scots seized...
Addicting app craze continues
Kimiko Okumura, Staff Writer
May 18, 2014
Filed under A&E
Smartphone apps have become addicting, simple and a great time waster. Since the Flappy Bird craze has died, the app 100 Balls has taken over the number one spot in the Apple App Store. Developer Giedrius Talzunas released the game on April 17, 2014 for iOS but has not made it available for Android....
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...
Rachel Matatyaou, Staff Writer
Seventy-six percent of students in Julie Paoli’s AP (Advanced Placement) biology course are girls. And that’s not normal. The percentage of women’s...