Carlmont High School
Yearbook
Yearbook Update
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2026 Carlmont Vistas Yearbook
Faculty Advisor: Joey Espinosa joespinosa@seq.org
Editors-in-chief: Kate Dimon and Lara Hasan
Photo Editor: Ria Smilovitz
Clubs Editor: Lara Hasan
Sports Editor: Ria Smilovitz
Design Editor: Kaia Baker Malone
Marketing/Social Media Editors: Ru Imam
Copy Editor: Adree Rosas
Senior Editors: Emerson Barajas and Aniyah Bartley
Order your 2026 Yearbook today!
Yearbooks are ordered through our yearbook publisher, Varsity Brands.
The cost of the book is $100.
The deadline to order a book is January 31st.
Have I ordered the 2026 Yearbook?
Follow this link to a spreadsheet that will contain the student ID numbers for the students who ordered the 2026 yearbook before October 1.
2025 Yearbook info (last year's book)
Here are some frequently asked questions in regards to the 2025 yearbook:
Q: I forgot to order a yearbook this year, are there any extra books for sale?
A: There are no extra yearbooks remaining for sale.
A: There are no extra yearbooks remaining for sale.
Q; What if I contact the yearbook company? Can they reprint the book for me?
A: Our yearbook publisher, Varsity Brands, sent us every copy they printed. The production of the yearbook at the plant is a process that spans several months and is a very costly process as well. It is only cost effective when hundreds of books are produced. We are not planning to do a reprint of the 2025 book.
A: Our yearbook publisher, Varsity Brands, sent us every copy they printed. The production of the yearbook at the plant is a process that spans several months and is a very costly process as well. It is only cost effective when hundreds of books are produced. We are not planning to do a reprint of the 2025 book.
Q: I ordered a yearbook, but missed the yearbook distribution in May, where can I pick up my book?
A: You may pick up your book in the administration office.
A: You may pick up your book in the administration office.
Q: I'm not sure if I ordered a 2025 yearbook.
A: Follow this link to a spreadsheet with the student ID numbers of the students who ordered a 2025 yearbook.
A: Follow this link to a spreadsheet with the student ID numbers of the students who ordered a 2025 yearbook.
Class of 2026 Yearbook Deadlines
Senior Portraits
Senior portrait sittings are now available through Prestige. Note: There will be a sitting fee of $30. Follow these instructions to set up your appointment:
STEP ONE: Go to the booking website
San Carlos: https://local.prestigeportraits.com/ca/san-carlos/990-industrial-road.html
San Jose: https://local.prestigeportraits.com/ca/san-jose/1375-blossom-hill-rd.html
Hayward: https://local.prestigeportraits.com/ca/hayward/1489-salmon-way.html
San Carlos: https://local.prestigeportraits.com/ca/san-carlos/990-industrial-road.html
San Jose: https://local.prestigeportraits.com/ca/san-jose/1375-blossom-hill-rd.html
Hayward: https://local.prestigeportraits.com/ca/hayward/1489-salmon-way.html
STEP TWO: Create an account of log in (if you already have an account from prior graduates
STEP THREE: Click on "Book Appointment"
STEP FOUR: Type in Your School Name in the school search field
STEP FIVE: Be sure to select “Your School Name” [Grad Year 2026]
STEP SIX: Select the session type that you want. Read the details carefully. Whatever you decide,
you DO NOT PAY until you get to the studio.
If you want to take photos ONLY FOR YEAROOK PURPOSES, select the MINI SESSION. Once you
arrive to your appointment, let them know that you're there for the "No Pay Yearbook Only"
session and you will not be charged.
If you are trying to schedule the NO COST YEARBOOK only session, please select the mini
session and when you arrive to the payment options, select Pay Upon Arrival. At the time of
check in, inform the Prestige team that you are photographing Yearbook Only.
STEP SEVEN: Select the date and time that works best for you. DO NOT schedule a session
during school hours as this is an unexcused absence.
STEP EIGHT: Complete the contact form and "Finalize Appointment"
STEP NINE: Remember your log in details and have fun at your photography session!The San Carlos studio will not be available after the winter break, only San Jose and Hayward will available for appointments.
STEP THREE: Click on "Book Appointment"
STEP FOUR: Type in Your School Name in the school search field
STEP FIVE: Be sure to select “Your School Name” [Grad Year 2026]
STEP SIX: Select the session type that you want. Read the details carefully. Whatever you decide,
you DO NOT PAY until you get to the studio.
If you want to take photos ONLY FOR YEAROOK PURPOSES, select the MINI SESSION. Once you
arrive to your appointment, let them know that you're there for the "No Pay Yearbook Only"
session and you will not be charged.
If you are trying to schedule the NO COST YEARBOOK only session, please select the mini
session and when you arrive to the payment options, select Pay Upon Arrival. At the time of
check in, inform the Prestige team that you are photographing Yearbook Only.
STEP SEVEN: Select the date and time that works best for you. DO NOT schedule a session
during school hours as this is an unexcused absence.
STEP EIGHT: Complete the contact form and "Finalize Appointment"
STEP NINE: Remember your log in details and have fun at your photography session!The San Carlos studio will not be available after the winter break, only San Jose and Hayward will available for appointments.
The last day to sit for your senior portrait is November 30, 2025
Additional option for yearbook senior photo.
This year, we are allowing a third option for the yearbook senior portrait. We are allowing this option to allow for more inclusivity, an opportunity for our seniors to represent themselves with respect to their identities, culturally or otherwise. Seniors will still sit for a pose in the traditional tux or drape. They may still choose a traditional tux or drape pose for the yearbook. They may order traditional tux or drape pose photos, even if they choose the third option for their yearbook pose. Please see below for details.
Option 1: Classic Suit/Tux
Option 2: Classic Drape
Option 3 (Just for Yearbook Photo):
Semi Formal/Dressy
Examples:
- Collared shirt
- Blouse
- Turtle Neck w/blazer
- V-neck sweater
- Religious and/or cultural regalia
Dress code:
- Must be in school colors: (Navy Blue, Royal Blue, Grey, White, and/or Black)
- No Casual Wear (Examples: Hoodies, Tank Tops, T-shirts with brands/printing. Dress code will be enforced)
- We reserve the right to deny inappropriate clothing that is used in photos that are being picked for the Yearbook
If you have any questions, please email Mr. Espinosa joespinosa@seq.org
Once you have sat for your portrait, you will receive a session ID and access code. You may then go to to this link:
This will allow you to to select your pose for the yearbook photo and order prints.
The last day to select your pose is January 9th.
Senior Ads - January 9, 2025
Senior Ads are done through our yearbook publisher, Varsity Brands. See the flyer below for more information.
Senior Baby Pictures - January 9, 2025
As is tradition, the Carlmont yearbook includes baby pictures of our seniors to show just how far they have come. We would love for you to join us in celebrating our seniors by submitting a baby picture.
A few things to keep in mind-
- -The photo you choose will be cropped vertically, similar to a yearbook photo
- Not to exceed 10MB (high quality)
- Formats allowed : jpg & jpeg only
- It doesn’t have to be a "baby" photo. You can choose a baby photo or toddler photo; it’s up to you!
- Color photos are preferred
- Single, not group photos
- Please use photos that are rectangular or square, circular photos are difficult to use
Please submit a baby photo for your class of 2026 Senior to be included in the yearbook using this Google Form. To ensure the images are correctly noted in the yearbook, please make sure to label photo (Last Name.First Name.Student ID#) (ex: Crame.Ralph.010101)
Senior Quotes - January 12, 2025
It is finally here! Time for your senior quote! Think of something that relates to you and your time at Carlmont! How did you get through these past 4 years? What was memorable? What represents you as a person? How will your classmates remember you when you all graduate? Think of something fun and memorable!
Follow this link to submit your quote:
Note from Administration: All quotes are checked for appropriate content. Any quotes which are found to be inappropriate will not be used. This includes links to inappropriate content. We will not inform students that their quote has not been accepted.
Are you interested in joining our staff?
The yearbook staff is a student-run class, usually taking place during 6th period. Yearbook encompasses journalism, photography, graphic design, marketing, and there are opportunities for leadership. There is no experience necessary to join the staff, here are some of the expectations:
Yearbook assignments most often take place outside of class and after school. You may have to attend sporting events, dances or other after school events.
The yearbook is looking for students who are motivated to do quality work. Our staff members agree that this is a fun class, but not an easy class. This class produces a real product with real deadlines. Missing or not completing an assignment on time has real world consequences. We are looking for students who are trustworthy and responsible.
You must meet with our advisor, Mr Espinosa and receive permission before enrolling in the class.
Email Mr Espinosa at: joespinosa@seq.org