Carmel High School Repertory Theatre students are rehearsing for their upcoming play “Puffs”. “Puffs” is a play directed by Rep Theatre teacher Mr.Steckbeck, opening in November. Mr.Steckbeck describes his experience directing “Puffs” so far, saying “I am unbelievably excited for the opening of our play. There are so many elements of comedy that I am booking forward to playing around with as the director.”

Junior, and debate officer Maxwell Goatee listens to a debate novice as they practice speaking drills on November 28. The Carmel High School debate team has won every tournament they have attended so far this year.

Senior Tejasvi Tadikonda studies during SRT at the Carmel Cafe on Nov 7. The Carmel Cafe only allows TCP seniors to study there during SRT however, if students wish to order something from the Carmel Cafe they can do so in the morning or between classes.

Senior Allyson Ng takes notes during her release period on Nov 2. As a TCP student, Allyson has been using her release periods to complete homework or college applications.

Junior Alivia Conz wears her “Puffs” bracelet to promote the production in her precalculus class on Nov. 3. Conz was a part of the technical theatre crew for the play and said it will debut next Thursday.

Junior Faith Kim works on her hat for Halloween by making a decoration on top of an old hat on Oct. 31. Kim said, “Knowing that Halloween was soon I knew I had to get a costume. Instead of going out and buying a new one I decided to craft one instead! I enjoy making crafts when I have the time it is a very relaxing!”

Catrina Hensly, Reily Alderman, and Vivi Dong packing some treats at the Sprinkle of Joy meeting on Oct. 19. They packed Halloween themed sweet treats for Carmel Clay Public Library trick or treat. “ I made some sugar cookies shaped like pumpkins,” Hensly said. “ I have always loved baking.”

Senior Keaton Gatlin plays defense during a Carmel women’s basketball practice on Oct. 27. Their first game is Nov. 4 against Fort Wayne Northrop.

Sophomore Luke Boyce grades a fellow student’s practice Part A, a component of the AP Seminar national exam, on Oct. 16. AP Seminar students learned skills, such as research and producing arguments. It has been a course taken by sophomores, juniors and seniors of the school, including Boyce, who said, “AP Seminar helps me a lot with my researching skills.”

Senior Sehej Aurora makes a Caramel Machiatto at the Carmel Cafe on Sept. 26. The Cafe is open before school and during class times for students to order food and drinks. During SSRT, seniors with a TCP card can stay at the Cafe to complete their work and meet with other TCP seniors.

Ellen Rozmaryn , Freshman Class Vice President , puts on a lei and crown at the Homecoming pep rally on Sept. 22. Rozmaryn’s team won 3rd place in its trike race and overall the event was a fun day for students to celebrate at this school.

Seniors Aila Mckeown and Odessa Norton complete classwork during a National Honors Society (NHS) tutoring session on Sept. 19. Members of NHS tutored students from CHS in different subjects in order to gain volunteer hours and provide help towards the community.

Nick Morelli through a bowling ball down a lane at Woodland Bowl in Carmel Indiana on Sept. 18. Nick really enjoys the high schools bowling team, and hopes for others to join. Nick Morelli says,”I enjoy bowling every day, and I love coming back each year to get better and make new friends”.

Junior Kyle Brinkman takes U.S History notes Sept. 14 to further his understanding about the civil war, and to help prepare him for the upcoming test. Brinkman also talked about how U.S history is something that sparks his interest because, after he graduates high school he is aiming to be a Air Force ROTC in college and then a fighter pilot. “I really enjoy this class because it’s intriguing to learn about how our country developed to what it is today.”

Sophomore and member of the African History and Culture Club (AHCC) Anaya Reed strings together beads to make jewelry during the Sept. 11 meeting. Members of the AHCC discussed the upcoming homecoming activities. They made decorations and created bracelets and waist beads to sell at their Homecoming booth.

Sophomore Manvi Musunuru returns a bike to its owner for the Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council’s bike parking services at the Farmers Market on Sept. 2. The Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council, also known as CMYC, provides bike parking at the Carmel Farmers Market from May to September on Saturday mornings at Carter Green. The CMYC consists of around 25 to 35 high school students who implement activities across the city of Carmel.

HOSA ,executive member, Dhanya Pathangi introduced the club to interested members at the HOSA callout meeting on Aug. 28. Announcing the winner of HOSA’s club fair activity and describing the club’s many competitive events, she keeps these members looking forward to joining the club. She said, “We had a good turnout and everyone seemed engaged in my group. I’m really excited to see how this year goes.”

PAVING THE WAY: Senior and president of Speech and Debate Club, Pragathi Arunkamar reaches out to her reflection in the water as she sits and waits to take her officer photo. The Speech and Debate Team has won two consecutive State titles since Arunkamar joined the club and has recently had one of their members place second at the National competition over the summer