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11/23/2024

Here’s what you may have missed this week on Scot Scoop in cartoons:

Caffeine consumption by Skylin Lui.

11/22/2024

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day is a nationwide celebration of 6-year-old Ruby Bridges' impact on the Civil Rights Movement as the first black student to attend an all-white school in the South.

Check out May Lin’s article on Scot Scoop.
https://scotscoop.com/a-step-into-history-students-honor-ruby-bridges-by-walking-to-school/ #

Students across the nation walk in honor of Ruby Bridges’ legacy while making strides toward a more inclusive education system. Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day (RBWTSD), which takes place on Nov. 14 of each year, is a nationwide celebration of the historic strides that Ruby Bridges made in the Civ...

11/21/2024

Happy National Gingerbread Cookie Day! With the recent cold and rainy weather, warm up by baking these delicious gingerbread cookies!

You can find the ingredients list below:

- Three cups of all-purpose flour
- Three-fourths cup of brown sugar and molasses
- Three-fourths teaspoon of baking soda
- One tablespoon of ground cinnamon and ginger
- Half a teaspoon of ground cloves and salt
- Twelve tablespoons of butter
- Two tablespoons of milk

11/21/2024

The Carlmont varsity and JV boys water polo team celebrated the end of their season with their annual water polo banquet. The banquet consisted of events such as handing out awards that recognized exceptional qualities in players, giving gifts to the coaches, sending off leaving senior players, and more. Most importantly, the banquet allowed both teams to reflect on their performance during the season and see their progress in their game.

Photo credits: Erick Cheng

11/20/2024

Ninety-two members of the Las Lomitas Education Association (LLEA) went on strike on Oct. 23 in response to disputes over health care and pay negotiations with the Las Lomitas Elementary School District (LLESD). Despite district administrators believing teachers have adequate pay and benefits, teachers feel they do not compare to the high cost of living in the district, prompting some to take on second jobs. The strike also garnered support from the community, with many residents standing alongside teachers during the strike.

“Teachers want to go back and are extremely heartbroken that the district would rather spend over $100,000 on a magician, subs, security, and an attorney rather than invest in our children’s education,” a union statement said.

Key Facts:
- LLEA requested an 8% retroactive pay increase for 2023-24 and an 8% increase for 2024-25
- Teachers also asked for health benefits worth 110% coverage of a Kaiser individual plan starting in 2025 and the removal of the $1,812 per person CalPERS fee
- In response to the strike, the district initially proposed a 7% retroactive raise and a further 3% for 2024-25 and benefits worth a Kaiser individual plan in 2025
- LLESD concluded their strike on Oct. 28 after a tentative agreement on a 16% raise over three years and full health coverage for teachers

Information from Anoushka Swaminathan's article on Scot Scoop.

Ninety-two members of the Las Lomitas Education Association (LLEA), along with numerous community members, picketed for three days in response to difficulties resolving pay negotiations with the Las Lomitas Elementary School District (LLESD). LLEA, the teachers’ union, went on strike on Oct. 23 af...

11/20/2024

The Palo Alto City Library helped the local community embrace Hindu culture through their Diwali celebration on Nov. 11. The event shared Hindu traditions through folk dance, performances, and much more!

Check out Isabella Zarzar's video on Scot Scoop.

Traditional dances, as well as crafts, henna and more activities, were shared with community members of all backgrounds through a Diwali celebration. The dances exhibited the range of Kathak dance featuring Antara Asthaayi Dance. The event, organized by the Palo Alto City Library at Mitchell Park Co...

11/20/2024

Traditional dances, as well as crafts, henna and more activities, were shared with community members of all backgrounds through a Diwali celebration. The dances exhibited the range of Kathak dance featuring Antara Asthaayi Dance. The event, organized by the Palo Alto City Library at Mitchell Park Community Center on Nov. 11, showcased these robust aspects of Hindu culture.

Video by Isabella Zarzar.

11/19/2024

The Zoppé Italian Family Circus is back in town this November. Through their traditional circus acts, the Zoppé Circus has brought joy and entertainment to our community for 17 years.

To learn more, check out Marin Moon’s article on Scot Scoop. https://bit.ly/3AOCC3V

11/19/2024

Jake Paul, a 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer, fought against 58-year-old Mike Tyson, a former boxer regarded as the best heavyweight boxer of all time, in a heavily anticipated match this past Friday. The fight was streamed live across the world on Netflix where many fans found themselves disappointed by the little action throughout the match.

Tyson began each round strong, throwing punches at Paul, but his attack quickly died down and Tyson seemed to wait for Paul to come to him. As the eighth, and final round concluded, Paul lowered his gloves and bowed toward Tyson, spurring boos from the crowd.

Key Facts:
- The event was Tyson’s first sanctioned fight since 2005, while Paul began boxing over four years ago
- The fight was held at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys
- An estimated 72,000 fans filled the stadium

Information from AP News.

11/19/2024

Help provide food for Carlmont families in need this Thanksgiving by donating non-perishable food to any classroom or the ASB room. The Holiday Food Drive continues throughout this week and ends next Tuesday, Nov. 26.

Unsure what to donate? Check the list below for some ideas.

11/11/2024

Here’s what you may have missed this week on Scot Scoop:

San Carlos launches publicly accessible AEDs in city parks
by Maya Kacholiya
https://scotscoop.com/san-carlos-launches-publicly-accessible-aeds-in-city-parks/

Local volunteers help clear invasive plants by Hunter Prince
https://scotscoop.com/bay-area-volunteers-help-clear-invasive-plants/

In a pickle: the battle for the courts by Erick Cheng
https://scotscoop.com/in-a-pickle-the-battle-for-the-courts/

Scots conquer Vikings in their seventh league win by Rowan Sheng
https://scotscoop.com/scots-conquer-vikings-in-their-seventh-league-win/

Opinion: Grade inflation is detrimental in the long term by Samantha Crowther
https://scotscoop.com/opinion-grade-inflation-is-detrimental-in-the-long-term/

You might think that if the number of students with A averages has increased by almost 10%, students are getting smarter. However, this is not exactly the case. Studies from the American College Testing (ACT) website indicate that grade inflation is the culprit for this seeming improvement, with GPA...

11/10/2024

Here’s what you may have missed this week on Scot Scoop in cartoons:

Sickly Sales by Grace Stiefel

11/09/2024

Many people in California's Bay Area struggle with high living costs and limited affordable housing, leading to high homelessness rates, particularly among students. Students experiencing homelessness face challenges like housing instability, mental health issues, and food insecurity, which impact their ability to succeed in school.

Check out Rachel Alcazar and Elaine Jiang’s feature article on Scot Scoop!

Just three months before she would have graduated high school, Issa Rivera got kicked out of her house by her parents. For the next few months, she would struggle to survive without stable housing, staying at different friend’s homes. However, couchsurfing would not be a sustainable solution as Ri...

11/08/2024

Redwood City recently hosted its annual celebration of the Día de los Mu***os holiday, also known as the Day of the Dead. The festival had many performances such as music and dances, shopping stalls, showcasing of altars, and activities for the kids inside the museum. With many activities at the festival, attendees had the opportunity to feel the Día de los Mu***os spirit of honoring the legacy of past loved ones. Photo credits: Erick Cheng

11/08/2024

Jellycat plushies have gained widespread popularity and have become collectibles and comforting companions for many. With almost 800 plushies produced by the company, which Jellycat are you?

Check out Jessica Li’s quiz on Scot Scoop to find out!

11/07/2024

Kylan Wang, a junior at Carlmont High School, is an aspiring fashion designer. For the past three weeks, he has worked to design and manufacture the first of many customized sweaters for a friend and client of his, Maxwell Parker. Though Wang is familiar with both fashion design and jewelry-making, he has yet to officially take on commissions for garments, which he hopes to do so more frequently in the future.
Video by Nathan Turnbeaugh.

11/07/2024

The Carlmont improv team kicked off their year with a lively and unscripted show on Nov. 2, engaging the audience through interactive scenes that required their input.

Members emphasized the importance of teamwork, especially when navigating unpredictable moments or helping one another during challenging scenes.

This year’s performance featured support from the Carlmont Technical Theater Association, who provided lighting, sound, and live-streaming capabilities, enhancing the overall experience.

The collaboration among actors and technical crew created a seamless, dynamic performance. The team hopes their unique and humorous shows will attract more attendees in the future.

Information from Scot Scoop.

11/06/2024

Parental oversharing, referred to as a sharenting, has risen and sparked potential risks to families. Sharenting involves parents who share content about their children on social media, which can expose them to privacy threats, psychological harm, and potential exploitation.

This issue has created many ethical concerns as parents appear to put their children's autonomy and safety at risk for the sole purpose of online media attention.

Check out Emilia Bateman’s feature article on Scot Scoop!

Every moment of childhood — birthdays, tantrums, bath time — broadcasted to millions of strangers. For many children growing up in the age of social media, this is their reality. According to a 2023 study by the National Library of Medicine, 90% of children appear in pictures or videos posted on...