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Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Juniors Nate Ventura and Tysen Pauwels look over postcards on Nov. 16, 2024 at the Carmel Arts Council Children's Art Gallery. They viewed all of the artwork done by children from around the city and learned about the history of the art gallery. “It was cool to see all of the things created by little kids and find out more about Carmel,” Ventura said.
Carmel Clay History Museum to have their grand opening on Nov. 20, emphasizes importance of historical preservation
An early voter is entering the information required to cast a ballot at the CCPL on Oct. 30 for the 2024 election. Nie said people being more bipartisan and willing to listen to each other will help the partisan divide.
As the presidential election concludes, students question partisan political climate
Junior Sophia Tahir tries out the new sunscreen dispensers at the Westermeier Commons Playground and Splash Pad on October 25th. 2024. Carmel Clay Parks had only recently implemented these in order to help and raise awareness about sun protection. “Sunscreen is a need to protect against skin cancer,” said Tahir.
Installation of sunscreen dispensers in Carmel parks amplifies Carmel’s public skin health efforts
2024-2025 Accents posing for their professional photo. Choir director Katherine Kouns said, “Most of November is spent preparing for Holiday Spectacular.” (Submitted photo: Carmel Choirs)
Accents to attend Butler Treble Choir Festival on Nov. 18
Key Club class officers hold their craft pumpkins they made at a Carmel Key Club meeting on Nov. 2. Key Club officer Vritika Arya said Carmel Key Club makes it a priority to give back to the community.
Carmel Key Club celebrates Halloween through crafts
Kids draw and participate in Diwali activities at the Diwali party held at Midtown on Oct. 26. Arya said the experience was really fun and allowed her to connect with her culture better.
Indian students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Students take notes and ask questions at the Yale College Visit on Sept. 26. Junior Olivia Widjaja said affirmative action has not impacted her greatly but she sees how it could hurt minorities and their chances of getting into university.
In a post-affirmative action world, students employ new tools, considerations in college applications
Seniors Amna Ahmad, Eesha Singh and Mahira Hafeez color in various Salvador Dali paintings at the Newfields Lume exhibit. The students were a part of the AP Spanish Language field trip to the art museum.
Students, teacher weigh the benefits of implementing field trips alongside classwork
School board candidate Jon Shapiro meets early voters at the polls to reach more voters and clarify aspects of his campaign at the Carmel Clay Public Library on Oct. 30. Shapiro decided to run for school board in the winter of 2023 and started knocking on doors during spring of 2024. “I'm committed to making sure that we're bringing the community's voice to the table and allowing our families and other members of the community to have some input and be able to provide feedback on how we are doing,” Shapiro said.
Partisan influences in school board election shape prospective policies for students, affect potential school board dynamic
AP European History teacher Jennifer Ellery mentors a student as she studies for an upcoming exam. Jennifer Ellery was awarded most influential teacher from the 2023-2024 school year.
Students, teacher consider the positive effects of having a mentor on personal growth
Carmel plays against Zionsville on Nov. 14. Carmel lost 49-38.
Basketball preseason training builds teamwork, sharpens skills
Senior Sophie Mock takes a swing at a golf ball during a tournament. Mock has been noted as one of three golfers to record a hole-in-one at the IHSSA girls final. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
Athlete Spotlight: Sophie Mock on making records at the ISSA girls golf state finals
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
On Oct. 14, the CHS varsity girls volleyball team prepares to go into their first sectionals match for the 2024 year. They prepared by going through drills to get them ready for situations that could occur during sectionals.
Athletes, College and Career Counselor consider motivations behind playing sports in college
Sophomore Edward Chen hits a pickleball at the Pickle-Pong Club callout on Aug. 23 in the Fieldhouse gym. The club consisted of playing pickleball and ping pong games.
Q&A with sophomore Stephanie Tan and sponsor Fernando Yañez on pickle-pong club, racket sports
"Wicked" poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
“Wicked” poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Senior Jessica Dinh films in the CHTV studio. Dinh said her favorite part of the filmmaking process is editing.
Q&A with CHTV member and senior Jessica Dinh on Emmy win
Senior Fern Comentale works on her Principles of Early Childhood homework on Nov. 7 during her SSRT. Comentale said her high school teachers have inspired her to pursue a career in education.
Students, teacher consider the implications of a career in education
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Senior Vritika Arya dissects a baby pig for her Biomedical Innovations class. "I realized I loved (the program), and then I did it all four years," she said. "Today we’re cutting up pigs and looking at their anatomy, and those little things excite me so much.”
Career Pathways provide targeted career experiences for students
Junior Veronica Farrell interacts with a Carmel Elementary School student at her after-school job on April 30. Farrell said one of her favorite parts of her job is helping kids make crafts.
Q&A with junior Veronica Farrell and senior Zoey LaFollette on experiences working with elementary school students
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Junior Sriyesh Sirineni works on his Integrated Marketing Campaign paper on Feb. 16 for upcoming DECA competitions. Sirineni said his motivation for DECA comes from the opportunity to travel to California and the social aspects during competitions.
Q&A with junior Sriyesh Sirineni on DECA competitions
Sophomores Luke Boyce and Hannah Sevening rehearse for their duo musical act on Jan. 17. They prepared for the upcoming Indiana State Thespians Conference on Jan. 19-20.
Q&A with sophomores Luke Boyce, Hannah Sevening on Theater, competing at the Thespian State Conference
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
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Mini Crossword: November 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Connections: November 19
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Crossword: September 11
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Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review in Print: “School of Chocolate” is an exciting, entertaining, binge-watch for everyone [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Masters of the Air” is a brilliant representation of the cruelty of war [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: "When I Fly Towards You", cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Review: "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie," departure from original show [MUSE]
Review: “Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie,” departure from original show [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Hidden Love" is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Hidden Love” is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Heartstopper" is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie's Carmel the new place to go?
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie’s Carmel the new place to go?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan's Chicago-Style Deli
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan’s Chicago-Style Deli
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
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Veronica Teeter

Veronica Teeter, Reporter

Hi there! I’m Veronica. I am a senior and this is my third year as a photographer for the HiLite. When not taking photos, I’m backstage in the CHS technical theatre department, hanging with friends, hiking, or eating pasta. To see some of my photos, check out the articles and photo essays to the right or visit my online portfolio at vjteeterphotos.com

All content by Veronica Teeter
HARD-CORE WORKOUT: (TOP) Senior Vivian Zheng stretches her calf muscles at West Park. Zheng said she stretches before all practice runs (featured image). Zheng said track and cross-country were too time-consuming for high school. She said she decided to train for the marathon, however, in order to share one final experience with her father before leaving for college.

[Photo] With upcoming Carmel Marathon on April 4, students share how they stay motivated for long distance running

March 20, 2020
Elizabeth Hildebrand, Cabinet member and junior, celebrates by hugging a fellow Cabinet member at the end of Dance Marathon on Feb. 29. CHS students who participated this year fundraised the largest total in Carmel Dance Marathon history. The final total came out to $473,394.15 raised for Riley Children's Hospital.

[Photo] March Litebox: Dancing Queens

March 20, 2020
SURF SURF CRAZY: Tristan Davis, New Edition member and sophomore, practices choreography during a rehearsal. Tristan said she hopes to leave behind a legacy once she graduates from the choirs program.

[Photo] Choir students to sing with alumni at Legacy Concert on April 13

Valliei Chandrakumar
March 20, 2020
FIBER ARTS FUN: Hannah Nazzal, fiber arts student and junior, works on a weave during her G3 fiber arts class with Mrs. Palmer on Feb 27. Students interested in fiber arts can join the Fiber Arts Club that meets in room C129 after school on gold Wednesdays.

[Photo] 2019-2020 Photo of the Day

September 5, 2019
Maddie Blank, Jack Ducat, Austin Audia and Ian Wang (left to right), Comedy Sportz members and juniors, compete in their first SRT match on Feb. 11. The red team was victorious in this match and will compete again today during SRT in the studio teacher.

[Photo] February Litebox: The Last Laugh

February 21, 2020
YOUTUBE SENSATION: Junior Ellie Barnett records a video of her singing a cover. Barnett, along with two others from Nashville (Tenn.) formed the group Dae3 where they post videos on YouTube.

[Photo] Junior Ellie Barnett sings for YouTube group Dae3

Christian Ledbetter
February 21, 2020
CHOREO-GRAPHY CRAZE: Yumi Colombo, Accents member and junior (left) along with other members of Accents practice the set choreography during a Wednesday night rehearsal. Colombo said practicing long hours has motivated the choir to work towards improvement as well as create a close bond among the girls.

[Photo] Show choir competitions are beneficial for choir students

Kassandra Darnell
February 21, 2020
Julia Ammons (center), actress in the Civic Theatre’s “Much Ado About Nothing” and senior, dances with actor Jonathan Doram during a dress rehearsal on Feb. 6. The dance takes place in celebration of the wedding between Claudio and Hero during the ending of the play.

[Photo] As the Ides of March draws nearer, students, director of Much Ado About Nothing challenge stigmas of Shakespearian literature

Emily Carlisle
February 21, 2020
HEAVY LIFTING: Clay Stirsman, member of the men’s golf team and senior, lifts weights during pre-season practice. Stirsman said golf has evolved from being distance driven to having more emphasis on power and athletics to be more successful at certain skills.

[Photo] CHS golfers challenge perception that golf is easy through workouts in pre-season

Alivia Romaniuk
February 21, 2020
ON THE FLOOR: Junior Austin Audia performs during a ComedySportz match after school. Members often incorporate unique styles of humor to win ComedySportz matches.

[Photo] With growing presence in media, stand-up comedy becomes more mainstream

Emily Carlisle
January 23, 2020
POWER RUN: Junior Bing Hudson (left) and sophomore Charlie Schuman run laps in the field across from Murray Stadium and the Natatorium parking lot. “We don’t meet in December after a lengthy cross-country season, so the boys are excited to meet up in the locker room, run together, and get guidance from our coaches. It is a really good atmosphere that the boys build during the offseason,” Head Coach Colin Altevogt said.

[Photo] Although track season starts mid-February, varsity runners train in tough conditions during winter months

Aniket Biswal
January 23, 2020
HAND ON MY HEART: Annie Rose, Christian Allegro member and senior, performs a gospel piece with the church band during a Sunday service. Rose said singing at church strengthens her faith by connecting with each song’s meaning.

[Photo] Students, program director explain how they combine Christian faith, passion for music

Valliei Chandrakumar
December 12, 2019
IN THE TRENCHES: Head coach John Hebert praised the offensive line for their consistency, noting that the line is the base of both the passing and running game.

[Photo] Hungry Hounds Begin Playoff Campaign

Ashwin Prasad
October 31, 2019
Both the football team and competitive cheer are chasing state championships next month.

[Photo] Bump, Set, Spike!: Founders of Spikeball Club answer questions about increasingly popular game

Andrew Caito
October 24, 2019
SHOOTAROUND: Senior Kiara Gill passes the ball during a drill as the team looks on. The team opens the season with a long road trip to Homestead.

[Photo] Women’s basketball aims to move forward from last year’s rebuild

Kiersten Riedford
October 24, 2019
HUDDLE UP: The women’s cross-country team meets before practice. Elle Nichol, varsity cross-country runner and senior, said she believes that the team spirit is the main reason behind the growth in participation for the team.

[Photo] Participation Problem: Despite decreases in high school sports participation seen in national trends, CHS athletics continue to show increases in participation

Aniket Biswal
October 24, 2019
DIRECTOR’S CUT: (RIGHT) Delaney Kibler, Studio One Acts student director and senior, reads through a script during rehearsal after school. Kibler said her role as a director is to cast actors, create props and costumes and to design the set for each one-act show.

[Photo] Running the Show: Studio One Acts student directors elaborate on creative liberties while producing show

Bianca Templeton
September 20, 2019
TEAM WIN: Head coach John Hebert addresses the team after a win against Noblesville. The Hounds’ remaining schedule includes historical rivals Ben Davis and Warren Central, and Hebert said any let-up would be exploited by those teams.

[Photo] Going For It All: CHS football aims to use last season’s championship defeat as fuel to attain new heights

Ashwin Prasad
September 20, 2019
FREESTYLIN’: Senior Wyatt Davis works on his freestyle. Davis won a gold medal in the 400-meter mixed medley relay.

[Photo] Just Keep Swimming: CHS swimmers make a splash at Junior Worlds in Hungary

Satvik Kandru
September 20, 2019
Senior running back Dylan Downing (2) gallops home for his second touchdown of the night. With this rush, Downing crossed 200 yards.

[Photo] Downing, Defense, and O-Line Dominate Millers 37-0

Ashwin Prasad
August 30, 2019

Rocking with the Bands: Q&A with bands Treefoil, Vennola on upcoming Last Rock of Summer Performance

Veronica Teeter
August 13, 2019
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[Photo] Playoffs Practice

May 23, 2019
GET HYPE: The women’s tennis team huddles up before a match against Cathedral on April 23. Head coach Bryan Hanan said the team is a strong group that both alone and together push each other to improve. “A lot of our kids are very self-motivated; we have a lot of competition here,” Hanan said.

[Photo] Reaching to the End: Women’s tennis team to compete in state after end of school year, players, coach break down elements of motivation

Kelly Truax
May 23, 2019
Natalie Crispin, marching band member and junior, practices during a rehearsal. Marching band will begin rehearsing at the begining of summer break to prepare for CarmelFest.

[Photo] Marching to the Beat: CHS marching band named Grand Marshal of parade, prepares for CarmelFest

Emily Carlisle
May 23, 2019
PLAY BY PLAY: Senior Joe Pendl and sophomore Daniel Seed, varsity lacrosse players, race for the ball during a speed drill. Meachum explained that strategy and speed were important for success.

[Photo] Strategy is Key: With State quarterfinals approaching, lacrosse players, coaches explain importance of strategizing, reacting during game

Caleb Shaffer
May 23, 2019
Focused Straight on Running: Runner and junior Phoebe Bates stretches against a fence on April 16 at the CHS stadium before a meet. The girls track and field team is staying active and healthy in preparation for the MIC championship coming up on April 26.

[Photo] 2018-19 Photo of the Day

November 2, 2018
CLEAN-UP TIME: Senior Samuel Chen washes the dishes he used to cook lunch. Chen said he has become more independent over the past few years.

[Photo] In Good Hands: In honor of International Day of Families on May 15, CHS students discuss additional responsibilities, resulting growth from unforeseen circumstances with parents

Angela Li
April 19, 2019
FIGHT CLUB: Michael Geary (right), a freshman playing Elmer in “Newsies,” practices fight choreography. He said this is his first time in a show with adults.

[Photo] Carrying the Banner: Civic Theatre’s new adaptation of “Newsies” production provides opportunities, lessons of character

Emily Carlisle
April 19, 2019
Katerina Folkin creates a pattern with her ribbon at practice.

[Photo] Q&A with Katerina Folkin, rhythmic gymnast and freshman

March 22, 2019
STRETCHING OUT: Abby Grogan, varsity runner and sophomore, warms up before a practice. Grogan said while the cut was small, it has shifted the team composition.

[Photo] A Cut Above the Rest: Track teams, others add harder tryout standards to previously no-cut sports

Sarah Kim
March 22, 2019
KEYS TO SUCCESS (RIGHT): Kyle Barker, associate director of choirs, plays the piano during a rehearsal. Barker said he hopes that this musical will target a different audience.

[Photo] Bring It On!: Spring musical targets high school audience, makes adaptations from original version

Grace Xu
March 22, 2019
SINGING ALONG: Joey Gutierrez, New Edition member and senior, sings during a New Edition class rehearsal. Gutierrez said he will not pursue a musical degree or profession during college, but choir has taught him many valuable skills.

[Photo] The Art of Electives: Art electives shape seniors’ high school experience, plans for future

Emily Carlisle, Isabella White
March 22, 2019
SWEET VICTORY: Junior Kyle Fleckenstein and his ComedySportz teammates celebrate on stage after winning their ComedySportz match. Fleckenstein said he has participated in ComedySportz throughout high school.

[Photo] I Don’t Get It!: In honor of National Humor Month in April, people express ideas regarding generational differences in humor

Karen Zhang
March 22, 2019
Caiden Wetherald, No Label at the Table Food Co. employee and junior, takes money from a customer at the farmer’s market. According to Shelly Henley, owner and founder of No Label at the Table Food Co., the bakery’s mission is to provide job skills training for people on the autism spectrum.

[Photo] Motivated by local business, DECA students start campaign to hire students with disabilities

Natalie Khamis
March 22, 2019
02.22 News Briefs

[Video] 02.22 News Briefs

Josie Cruzan and Victoria Nopporn
February 22, 2019
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[Photo] All Falls Down: Community members feel both positive, negative effects of government shutdown, resulting domino effect

Kassi Darnell
February 22, 2019
TEACH SAVVY: Renay-Lopes works on a commissioned art piece using his tablet. Renay-Lopes said he has been commissioned multiple times to create different pieces of digital art and character designs.

[Photo] No End to Art: Artists discuss importance of digital art expression, changing definition of art

Marvin Fan
February 22, 2019
Head to head: Wrestler and sophomore Jacob Smith goes against wrestler and senior Cameron Bacon during practice on Feb. 13. The wrestling team went to state on Feb. 16.

[Photo] Wrestle with this: As success of CHS wrestling team continues to grow, athletes share insight on physicality of wrestling

Jess Canaley
February 22, 2019
Wrestlers and seniors Jack Heldt and Cameron Bacon train with each other during wrestling practice after school in February. Heldt said as a senior, he had certain expectations for the season, and for the most part, he said he met them.

[Photo] Sports Briefs

Rhea Acharya
February 22, 2019
Senior Taylor Gallagher signed to the girls on the deaf cheer team that she coaches to smile. Gallagher said learning ASL at the school has helped her communicate with her team, although it is still not always easy.

[Photo] Follow the signs: CHS students use ASL beyond classroom in sports

Olivia Childress
February 22, 2019

Photo Gallery: Aladdin

Veronica Teeter
February 11, 2019
THEATER TIME: Junior Sara Stockholm and her friends do theatre improvisation during SRT. Stockholm said support from her friends has really helped her recovery process.

[Photo] No Weigh To Live: Anorexia has highest mortality rate of all psychiatric illnesses; CHS students struggle to combat its effects

Anushka Dasgupta
January 24, 2019
CODING CRACKDOWN: Evan Kenyon (center) and Joseph Paavola (left), Code for Change officers and seniors, work together on code. The club meets after school on Tuesdays.

[Photo] Evan Kenyon, winner of Congressional App Challenge, Code for Change officer and senior, develops SRT pass app

Lillian He
January 24, 2019
Piper Dafforn, Comedy Sportz team captain and senior, and Comedy Sportz member and senior Austin Roberts make silly faces during an improv game. Both Dafforn and Roberts said Comedy Sportz has benefitted them in many ways.

[Photo] Go With the Flow: With ComedySportz competition season beginning, members, sponsor reflect on lessons, benefits of comedy

Marvin Fan
January 24, 2019
Cars drive past the intersection where students are crossing. Sergeant D.J. Schoeff said the school plans to make car lanes narrower.

[Photo] CHS to begin building new crosswalk near trail this spring

Rhea Acharya
January 24, 2019
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Friends in French: French teacher Mrs. Schmitt talks with CHS French club members in her classroom on Jan. 15 after they turn in forms in order to go to the Congrès Competition on Feb 9. Angela Chen (right), french club member and sophomore, said that for the competition the club will “go to another school and compete in some french related activities.”

[Video] 12.13 News Briefs

December 13, 2018
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[Photo] Vanilla Meringues

December 13, 2018
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[Photo] Oreo Pop-Tarts

December 13, 2018
BALLING HARD: Cole Brady, varsity basketball player and senior, goes for a lay up during practice. Brady said even though many of the skills gained through practice are automated in NBA 2K and reflect the team chemistry of professional teams, the game still gives the sense of playing basketball with friends.

[Photo] Digital Competition: Players reveal how sports video games simplify many parts of sport

Caleb Shaffer
December 13, 2018
THEORY TIME: Senior Olivia Krall makes the illuminati symbol with her hands for a photo. According to Krall, she started Conspiracy Theory Club after visiting the Denver airport.

[Photo] Is It True?: Conspiracy theories help students question, better understand the world around them

Emily Dexter
December 13, 2018
Kendyl Smith

[Photo] Turning it Around: Dancer, junior Kendyl Smith commends creation of pointe shoes in new skin tones

Kendyl Smith
December 13, 2018
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