‘From Under the Russian Snow’ brings a new perspective on post-Soviet Russia
Andrew Shen, Staff Writer
November 7, 2017
Filed under News
On Nov. 4, Michelle Carter discussed her recently-released memoir at the Belmont Library. The new book “From Under the Russian Snow” takes an in-depth look at journalist Michelle Carter’s work in Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union. “I wrote this book for my children. This was the year, probably the most signific...
ScotCenter: Finals From a Teacher’s Perspective – Bijan Khalili
December 11, 2015
Filed under Campus, ScotCenter
Bijan Khalili explores how finals season is for teachers.
The battle of good versus evil is won by perspective
Megan Tao, Highlander Junior Editor/Columnist
April 12, 2015
Filed under Opinion, Stabs at Society
The hero, the villain, and the epic battle between good versus evil are all universal aspects of stories that we take a little too seriously. Everybody strives to achieve the characteristics of the the hero because that ultimately means you're a good person. Nobody wants to have the characteristics...
The sibling perspective on autism
Sabrina Leung, Editorial Director
May 13, 2014
Filed under As seen in print
One parent whispers, “That retarded child needs to shut up.” Every audience member in the music auditorium during my orchestra concert glared towards the young boy who wouldn’t stop clapping and making high pitched noises. By the end of the concert, everybody knew that the boy who banged his head ...
‘Honest’ gives fans a new perspective on hip hop and rap
Ravina Gujral, Staff Writer
May 1, 2014
Filed under A&E
Nayvadius Cash, known more commonly by his stage name Future, recently released his second album "Honest," gaining the approval of new and old fans. The rapper started his career around 2010 when he released a few mixtapes to the public and officially signed a record deal with Epic Records. As a result,...
A new perspective on politics
November 11, 2013
Filed under Opinion, Politically Correct
Over the summer, I worked on a Cameron Johnson’s San Carlos City Council campaign and I discovered that the only obstacle blocking us from changing the world is us. It all started in March when Cameron Johnson, a San Carlos city council candidate, announced his candidacy over Facebook. I saw t...
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...