Opinion: Bay Area residents are ignorant of cultural differences
Sophie Lynd, Highlander Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2018
It's no wonder why so many people are attracted to the Bay Area; the ever-booming tech industry provides new opportunities and high-paying jobs every day, the temperature rarely drops below 55 degrees Fahrenheit, and the region is known for being one of the most diverse areas in the United States. In...
The annual celebration of Greek culture brings people together
Taisiia Yakovenko, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
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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...
J-Pop club brings Japanese culture to Carlmont
Andrey Zaytsev, Staff Writer
May 29, 2018
Filed under Campus
The Japanese culture is one that may interest many, and J-Pop club is the perfect club to learn about the many aspects of their culture, ranging from animation to traditions. Meeting in room E7 every Thursday, J-Pop club features a variety of members, all interested in the culture of Japan. In addit...
Japanese Pop Club embraces its culture
Francesca D'Urzo, Staff Writer
May 20, 2018
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Within the four walls of room E7, Japanese Pop Club (J-Pop) strives to spread their culture among Carlmont students by performing traditional Japanese dances at school assemblies, as well as providing presentations on the origin of J-Pop culture. J-Pop Club began at Carlmont in 2012 and is currently being led ...
Indian Club integrates Indian culture at Carlmont
Alena Ruhstaller, Staff Writer
May 6, 2018
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According to World Population Review, India is the second most populous country in the world with a population of an estimated 1.35 billion in 2018. However, Indians only make up 2.8 percent of the population in the Bay Area and 0.9 percent of the overall population of the United States. Indian Club...
French exchange students adapt to Carlmont culture
Rachel Matatyaou, Staff Writer
April 20, 2018
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Parlez-vous français? Because they do. For two weeks, 11 students from the outskirts of Paris, France are living with students attending Carlmont. Carlmont’s French Department began hosting students from France in 1999, initiated by French teacher Katya Burton. “I have coordinated French ...
Kabuki play honors Japanese culture
Ailee Lim, Staff Writer
April 19, 2018
The bright, intricate costumes. The sound of the banjo-like shamisen. The audience cheering. These are all important aspects of kabuki. Kabuki is a Japanese performing art, coming in the form of plays and dances. The San Mateo Kabuki Club celebrates kabuki by watching a performed play on a movie s...
San Francisco welcomes the Year of the Dog with its annual Chinese New Year Parade
Kimberly Mitchell, Segment Producer
February 25, 2018
Filed under ScotCenter, ScotCenter: News
The Year of the Dog is finally upon us and to celebrate man's best friend and Chinese culture, San Francisco hosted its annual Chinese New Year Parade, a tradition that has been around for 160 years. ...
New year event celebrates Chinese culture
Ailee Lim, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
Chinese New Year is a holiday that goes back to ancient times, and it is still celebrated today. The date of Chinese New Year, which is also known as the lunar new year, usually falls between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. This year it is on Feb 16 and this is the year of the dog. At the Hillsdale Mall, a Chinese...
Chinese Culture Club teaches students about Chinese heritage and culture
Aaron Trierweiler, Staff Writer
January 21, 2018
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Within the walls of room U14, Chinese Culture Club (CCC) works to extend knowledge about Chinese heritage and culture to all students. On the first and third Fridays of the month, CCC organizes meetings that consist of a short presentation followed by an interactive activity. Activities incl...
Korean Club shares culture through food
Victoria Valle Remond, Staff Writer
November 27, 2017
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Walking into D3 during lunch on a Thursday, the first thing you can see is people gathered around a table, enjoying an assortment of food. This is Korean Club. The club seeks to educate its members about Korean culture through a combination of both culinary delights and informative presentations. "I...
Redwood City’s Oktoberfest embraces German traditions
Samantha Dahlberg, Segment Producer
September 28, 2017
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Samantha Dahlberg reports on the Oktoberfest at downtown Redwood City.
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...