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Ashlyn Walker, Green Action Club (GAC) co-president and senior, presents at the Confront the Climate Crisis (CTCC) “In This Together” event on Jan. 16, 2024. Walker said there were many ways for students to get involved in environmental initiatives at this school and within the community.

Students, teachers, explore ramifications of water pollution in Indiana, finding solutions

Matthew Du March 21, 2024

World Water Day on March 22nd, marks a day that highlights the importance of maintaining freshwater systems, but according to an analysis of the Clean Water Act (CWA), Indiana has the “most total miles...

Indiana House Bill 1035 strives for mediocrity across Indiana schools

Indiana House Bill 1035 strives for mediocrity across Indiana schools

HiLite Staff January 30, 2024

House Bill 1035, which has recently been introduced in the Indiana House of Representatives, has only one goal, to eliminate school improvement plans. According to the Indiana Department of Education,...

Junior Ariyanna O’Neal drawing for her Human Body System notes. “I love how Carmel is able to offer classes that can get you a headstart on your career path,” ONeal said.

Students, teacher share experiences across state education systems

Lily Hao November 17, 2023

Senior Claire Fackler, who attended school in Idaho up until this year, said she noticed major differences between the education she received in Idaho in comparison to CHS. “I have an IEP (individual...

COVID-19 Cases in Indiana as of March 20

COVID-19 Cases by County Over Time

Rhea Acharya March 20, 2020

Take a look at the specific Indiana counties affected by COVID-19.

Maddy Paxton, Unified Track member and senior, stretches with her teammates before practice.

Statewide Inclusive Sports: Interactive Graphic

Rhea Acharya and Chloe Sun March 20, 2020

The information in this issue—originally scheduled for publication on March 20—was written and produced prior to news regarding school cancellation from the COVID-19 virus. Some information may be...

After Indianapolis designated one of most wasteful American  cities, Carmel community works to spread awareness, defy stereotype

After Indianapolis designated one of most wasteful American cities, Carmel community works to spread awareness, defy stereotype

Sowmya Chundi October 24, 2019

In his free time, sophomore Ethan Stoehr is an avid recycler and plastic collecter. In his room, Stoehr has bins full of plastic waste spanning from salad forks to shampoo bottles. He said that by creating...

Indiana Sen. Todd Young speaks about Tobacco 21 Bill which will raise the states smoking age to 21 during a press conference in the media center. He said passing this bill is a no brainer and has not only interstate but national support.

Sen. Todd Young addresses national drug epidemic at press conference in media center

Da-Hyun Hong May 10, 2019

Today, May 10, 2019, Sen. Todd Young held a press conference in the media center to address the national epidemic of drug abuse among underaged students. According to Young, between 2017 and 2018, e-cigarette...

Show Me the $$$

Show Me the $$$

Carson TerBush, Editor-in-Chief January 24, 2019

New Voices Legislation Bill: How can you help?

New Voices Legislation Bill: How can you help?

Adhi Ramkumar November 18, 2018

Read our 11.16 Staff Editorial about New Voices Indiana here.

Learning the Hard Way: Teen pregnancy, STI rates significantly higher  in conservative states due to inadequate sex education

Learning the Hard Way: Teen pregnancy, STI rates significantly higher in conservative states due to inadequate sex education

Mary Salzmann, News Editor April 20, 2017

Indiana law requires teachers to teach abstinence in sex education, but prohibits teaching students about the risks and preventative measures associated with sex. However, mountains of evidence show students...

Aging Well

Aging Well

Lilly St. Angelo November 17, 2016

What draws people to Indiana? What makes them stay or want to come back? Is it the sugar cream pie? Is it the vast number of hiking trails in wooded wonderlands? Or the Monon, a retreat from busy suburbia?...

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