Save the Bees Day creates a buzz around campus
Mandy Hitchcock, Staff Writer
September 16, 2018
In smoothies, tea, or juice. On bread, salad, or fruits. Or simply, by itself. Honey has long since been an ingredient integrated into our daily diets. Bottles and jars filled to the brim with the iconic gold substance are typical household items that grace the shelves and pantries of the Ame...
Theo Korolev creates his own business
Daniel Friis, Staff Writer
May 31, 2018
Filed under Campus
According to Politifact.com, a political news source that has won a Pulitzer Price, 90 percent of American workers don't own their own business. Theo Korolev, a junior, is not part of this 90 percent. At just 17 years old, Korolev has created his own tutoring business called Neighborhood Tutoring. The...
SamTrans creates Get Us Moving Program to solve transportation issues
Max Lee, Staff Writer
February 11, 2018
Filed under Campus
The San Mateo County Transit District and the county of San Mateo have created the Get Us Moving program in hopes creating a gateway to communication with the community about the state of transit. The program's purpose is to help inform county residents, businesses, and other stakeholders of certain t...
Quiz Club creates a friendly environment to spread knowledge
Alena Ruhstaller, Staff Writer
November 27, 2017
Filed under Campus
Quiz Club is one of the many clubs offered to students at Carlmont that allows students to gain knowledge through lighthearted competition. The club meets weekly during lunch on Fridays in D27 to engage in Jeopardy-like quiz bowls. "Our vice president reads a quiz packet and we divide the room...
Nighttime Powderpuff creates new homecoming tradition
Sam Hanlon, Staff Writer
October 12, 2017
Carlmont's 2017 school year has introduced a new homecoming tradition: nighttime Powderpuff. The nighttime Powderpuff is a new twist on the girls' football tournament that usually takes place at lunch during homecoming week. The idea of having nighttime Powderpuff was inspired by other schools...
S.O.S creates support for students
Maya Benjamin, Staff Writer
October 9, 2017
Filed under Campus
Tuesday is the exception to the norm for freshmen. Unlike all the other students at Carlmont, freshmen have a special event every Tuesday that takes place during their history class: presentations from the Students Offering Support group or S.O.S. S.O.S has been a long-standing program at Carlmont. Started by Shelley Busta...
Reach Out Club creates a safe haven
Olivia Chow, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
Filed under Campus
Every first and third Friday of the month, students gather at T13 for Reach Out Club, an extension of the ASB commission, Reach Out. Members range from commission members to English Language Learner students to anyone who wants to join. Their goal is to "create a safe environment for [members] to...
Construction creates substandard learning environments
Connor Lin, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
As students diligently work inside classrooms located in T-hall and U-hall, construction of the new S-wing rages on outside. This construction provides various distractions and obstacles for many students and teachers at Carlmont. Though some people have become accustomed to the extremity of the ...
‘Shut Up and Dance’ creates unexpected complexity
May 6, 2015
Filed under A&E
"Shut Up and Dance" was recently released by alternative music group Walk the Moon, and is currently the third most popular song on iTunes. At first, "Shut Up and Dance" seems to be relatively simple. There is a lot of repetition in the song's lyrics, and the premise is very easy to understand. However,...
The new ‘Star Wars’ creates discussion among fans
Evan Davies, Staff Writer
March 20, 2015
There are not many movies that are more well known or that have had a larger impact than “Star Wars.” Today, “Star Wars” stands as a monument in film-making. Even now, almost 40 years later, it is still hard to find anyone who has not seen it. Lucasfilm, owned by The Walt Disney Co., is currently in production on a new installm...
Carlmont student creates ‘HypedMusic’ application
Reg Chatman Jr., Staff Writer and ScotCenter Editor
February 27, 2013
Filed under As seen in print
The ways to solve problems and resolve issues are different for everyone; some people leave it alone and wait for problems to pass, while others work them out on their own. Luke Li, worked out personal problem by creating his own music empire, HypedMusic. Carlmont senior and ASB President Luke Li...
Audrey Boyce, Staff Writer
A brand new City Council took on the timely issue of firearm regulations in San Carlos on Jan. 14. The...
Alyssa Huang, Staff Writer
For many people, the turn of the new year marks the starting point for new goals and aspirations, whether...
Maya Benjamin, Staff Writer
Government shutdown continues The United States government is in the midst of the longest government...
Natalie Doud, Staff Writer
January 19, 2019
While students work in their English class, at least one student is found struggling to stay awake. Sitting in the corner with their head down and eyes fluttering, the image...
Mandy Hitchcock, Segment Producer
January 19, 2019
Dogs typically finish their vaccinations within their puppy years and then make additional visits to the vet for boosters and checkups. Still, pet owners should be aware that...
Anna Delmas, Staff Writer
January 18, 2019
Over 600 students lined up at lunch on Wednesday to get their tickets to winter formal, a number that crushes last years sales by over double. The theme this year is going...
Kathryn Stratz, Staff Writer
January 18, 2019
Girls varsity basketball took down the San Mateo Bearcats on Wednesday night, bringing in their fifth home win this season with a score of 72-21. Within the first possession...