America can’t cut ties with foreign partners
Justin Som, Staff Writer
June 1, 2017
Filed under Opinion
Trade deals, immigration, and alliances -- those are the three bonds that bind America to the rest of the world. Whether it is for better or worse, these relationships cannot be erased. They will last for as long as the United States and other countries exist. That's a lesson that needs to be...
Sexual assault in Uber cars raises hesitation
Connor Lin, Staff Writer
November 16, 2016
Filed under News
Driving with strangers has always had its risks. Inside Uber cars, passengers face the possibility of encountering dangerous situations with their drivers, including sexual assault. In a report sent to Business Insider, the company said, “Uber has had five claims of rape and ‘less than 170’...
Assembly speaker educates on “How to Raise an Adult”
Sophie Penn, Segment Producer
March 25, 2016
Filed under ScotCenter
On Monday, author Julie Lythcott-Haims came to Carlmont High School to speak at a school-wide assembly. She addressed topics of overprotective parents, unnecessary stress about college, and the importance of following one's passion.
ScotCenter: Costs of Feminine Products Raise Anger – Sophie Penn
Sophie Penn, Segment Producer
February 22, 2016
Filed under ScotCenter
In places across the world women are protesting against the high prices and taxes on feminine products, and their current stance in society as a "luxury" item.
Raise those umbrellas, it’s raining
Alyssa Fagel, Editor
November 20, 2013
Filed under Campus
For the first time in over a month, it rained during school hours at Carlmont High School. And with that rain comes cold weather. During the week of Nov. 17, weather in Belmont, Calif. has been estimated to reach no more than 68 degrees. This new weather has also brought a change in fashion. Fr...
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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...