Finance Commission answers the big question about money
Amy Fullerton, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017
Filed under Campus
A student hands in her money for the annual homecoming dance. Little does she know where the money goes or what it goes towards after she’s paid for her ticket. Finance Commission is a part of ASB that deals with all financial aspects of the student body. This commission is part of the executive branch and deals with the sale of tickets for many of Carlmont...
Andrew Jackson deserves the front of your money
Justin Som, Staff Writer
April 26, 2016
Filed under Opinion
Even though Andrew Jackson violently evicted many Native Americans from their lands, there is no real support as to the conjecture of him being an unworthy president. Having extended the nation to almost twice its prior size, the United States would not have been as prosperous without either his...
Finding money to support our school
Naomi Asrir, Staff Writer
April 9, 2014
Filed under Features, Student Perspective
With over 30 elective options, Carlmont High School does not lack class variety. Each spring, students of the Sequoia Union High School District meet with their appointed guidance counselors to discuss available classes for the coming year. Performing arts and career technical education courses are among t...
The money behind the movement
April 18, 2012
Filed under As seen in print
The Kony 2012 campaign was created to spread awareness of the charity Invisible Children, who asks for donations alongside promotional items, such as buttons and signs, geared towards spreading their message. But where exactly does the money go? According to their website and Charity Navigator (a...
La Corneta Taqueria: Disappointing and not worth the money
March 3, 2012
Filed under Campus
This typical Mexican buffet style restaurant is located on San Carlos Avenue between Laurel Street and El Camino in San Carlos. Its menu consists of the usual Mexican cuisine from chile rellenos and enchilada plates to beef, chicken, and pork burritos. Along with a wine and beer selection, they serve...
‘One for the Money’
January 27, 2012
Filed under A&E
The comedy “One for the Money” is based the three books series by Janet Evanovich. A New Jersey woman named Stephanie Plum, played by Katherine Heigl, who has been out of work for six months. She caves in and goes to her cousin Vinny for a job as a recovery agent. The movie runs a comforta...
Features
Belmont city officials grapple with infrastructure problem
Sam Hosmer, Staff Writer
Belmont’s roads are among the worst in the state. According to a staff report from the Department of Public Works, Belmont has accumulated upwards of $100 million in deferred road and storm drain maintenance. O...
Belmont works to create a vibrant downtown
Sam Hosmer, Staff Writer
Belmont’s unbuilt town center has been in development for 31 years. In 1986, a committee was formed to study and evaluate the feasibility of revitalizing downtown Belmon...
Students need a healthy breakfast to start their day
Juliana Rinaldi, Staff Writer
Breakfast: a hearty meal to kick start the day or a quick bite before rushing out of the house to school or work? Many teenagers and young adults don't know which one breakfast...
Gender stigma plays a role in sports
Adriana Kurtovich, Staff Writer
Today's society often portrays men as more superior in sports compared to women. However, this is not always the case. The number of female athletes at NCAA schools has...
Chronic pain takes an emotional toll on patients
Izzy Bruguera, Staff Writer
Imagine waking up every morning for months or years on end with pain plaguing every move and every moment of the day. Chronic pain is defined as any pain that lasts for ...
Outside sports generate debate over PE credit
Mike Carlson, Staff Writer
Out-of-school sports can offer Carlmont students benefits, but they can also come with drawbacks. The benefits include valuable friendships, increased discipline, and stayi...