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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
Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season
Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season
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
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
Graphic Perspective: Where did the sun go?
Graphic Perspective: Where did the sun go?
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Graphic Perspective: The "great" debate
Graphic Perspective: The “great” debate
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
Artist’s Association arranges meeting on Nov. 12
Superintendent Michael Beresford dresses up as a minion for Halloween on Oct. 31, 2024. Beresford said the budget process is timely and time-consuming.
Carmel Clay Schools announces board approval for 2025 budget
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
Sophomore Fahed Badreddine listens attentively in his AP African American Studies class as his teacher, Mr. Ziegler, discusses LatinX Heritage month for the class bellringer on Oct. 1, 2024. The class was designed to provide accurate representation by providing more nuanced and up-to-date historical analysis on African American history. “In this class, I've learned that (African Americans) they're a lot more successful than what society and what (typical) textbooks portray them as,” Badreddine said.
Misinformation of U.S. history shapes inaccurate student opinions, harms minority students
Sophomore Caroline Hulsey attends a Stone Temple Pilots and Live concert on Sept. 15. “Live music is just such a fun experience,” Hulsey said. (Submitted Photo: Caroline Husley)
Music, concerts play key role in students’, teachers’ life experiences
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
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]
Senior Ethan Wu and freshman Jenna Kraus perform in the dress rehearsal of Studio One Acts. The show runs from Oct. 17 to 19 in the Studio Theater.
Q&A with director, first-time actress on Studio One Acts
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
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
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
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: 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?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
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Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
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LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
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Month In Review: April 2024
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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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Tessa Collinson

Tessa Collinson, Managing Editor (Print)

Hi, I’m Tessa, one of the print managing editors for the HiLite. I’ve worked previously as a graphics artist and reporter, and last year I was co-editor of the entertainment section. Outside of HiLite, I am part of the UNICEF club’s fundraising committee, run my own Etsy shop, and work part-time at Freddy’s. On this page, you can find everything I’ve done for the HiLite. On this page, you can find my other design work, and here you can find a link to my Etsy shop.

All content by Tessa Collinson

House and Cabinet host successful garage sale event

Tessa Collinson
April 21, 2021
Sophomore Josie Paxton waters the plants in her windows. She said having plants is beneficial to her mental health.

With March 20 marking first day of spring, students, staff share benefits of gardening, spending time outside

Cady Armstrong and Tessa Collinson
March 23, 2021

House and Cabinet prepare for Easter Egg Hunt

Tessa Collinson
March 15, 2021

House and Cabinet host garage sale

Tessa Collinson
March 15, 2021

House and Cabinet hold first virtual auction dinner

Tessa Collinson
March 15, 2021
With the Distribution of Covid-19 vaccinations, take a look at who has received them, who can get them

With the Distribution of Covid-19 vaccinations, take a look at who has received them, who can get them

Tessa Collinson and Gray Martens
February 13, 2021
Inoculated

Inoculated

Tessa Collinson and Gray Martens
February 8, 2021

House and Cabinet postpone Runway for Riley

Tessa Collinson
November 19, 2020

House, Cabinet prepare Trick-or-Treat event

Tessa Collinson
November 11, 2020

Cabinet holds first successful event of year

Tessa Collinson
November 11, 2020
Apple’s iOS14 update brings helpful features to the iPhone but needs improvement

Apple’s iOS14 update brings helpful features to the iPhone but needs improvement

Tessa Collinson
October 22, 2020
Graphic Perspective: Fall Spirit

Graphic Perspective: Fall Spirit

Tessa Collinson
October 15, 2020
Q&A with Jennifer McFarland, Director of Food and Nutritional Services

Q&A with Jennifer McFarland, Director of Food and Nutritional Services

Tessa Collinson
October 5, 2020
Arguing with teen workers over masks achieves nothing, comply with mask regulations

Arguing with teen workers over masks achieves nothing, comply with mask regulations

Tessa Collinson
September 21, 2020

House and Cabinet meetings rearranged to accommodate COVID-19 regulations

Tessa Collinson
September 12, 2020
SSRTGraphic

[Photo] Q&A with Assistant Principal Brittany Wiseman over new SSRT

Zainab Idrees
September 8, 2020
Rising senior Gannon McDonald poses for the camera. He only recently moved out of California during the pandemic.

Q&A with rising senior Gannon McDonald over moving during pandemic

Tessa Collinson
August 12, 2020
COVID-19 testing needs to become more widespread

COVID-19 testing needs to become more widespread

Tessa Collinson
June 4, 2020
“Essential workers” continually put their lives at risk during current pandemic

“Essential workers” continually put their lives at risk during current pandemic

Tessa Collinson
April 11, 2020

Despite abrupt end to show choir season, seniors remain positive about their last year

Tessa Collinson
March 31, 2020
BENDING BACKWARDS: Senior Hannah Liu stretches before dancing. Liu said she choreographs easier dances for younger students to keep them motivated to learn to dance.

Dancers learn, teach, choreograph pieces as a way to express themselves

Tessa Collinson and Leah Tan
March 20, 2020
Entertainment Briefs 03.20

Entertainment Briefs 03.20

Tessa Collinson
March 20, 2020
Guys, this is NOT six feet apart!

TV Playlist: Coronathon [MUSE]

Tessa Collinson and Natalie Khamis
March 17, 2020
Viral Virus

[Photo] 2019-2020 Weekly Infographics

September 5, 2019
Senior Madison Diehl casted as the White Witch in winter play

Senior Madison Diehl casted as the White Witch in winter play

Tessa Collinson
January 23, 2020
01.23 Entertainment Briefs

01.23 Entertainment Briefs

Tessa Collinson
January 23, 2020
POWERFUL PROTAGONIST: Rachel Redman, cosplay club member and junior, dresses up as Hermione Granger. Redman said the increase in female heroines in media allow women to look up to prominent role models.

[Photo] Rise in female protagonist roles in movies allows for stronger representation of women

Valliei Chandrakumar
January 23, 2020
ALL DRESSED UP: Junior Grace Barney tries on a shirt from Goodwill. Barney said thrift stores such as Goodwill provided a larger variety of clothes for her to choose from.

[Video] With bankruptcy of Forever 21, CHS students shop for clothing sustainably

Sowmya Chundi
November 15, 2019

11.15 Entertainment Briefs

Tessa Collinson
November 15, 2019
THE SUN WILL COME OUT: Senior Lydia Rusin listens to advice from a consultant on how to match her makeup to the time period of “Annie” while an adult volunteer helps her put up her hair. Rusin said she decided to join the cast because there were not going to be cuts to the cast list.

[Photo] Carmel Apprentice Theatre to show production of “Annie,” “Annie Warbucks”­ back-to-back

Emily Carlisle
November 15, 2019
Juniors Olivia “Via” Sargent and Skylar Greaves hold hands over a pentagram of crystals. Greaves said that Wiccan practices channel a more spiritual and earthy aspect of witchcraft.

With Halloween around the corner, practicing Wiccans, Pagan debunk stereotypes around their religions

Emily Carlisle and Tessa Collinson
October 24, 2019
Junior Mckensie Matthews (LEFT) helps junior Natalie Hanna with Spanish. Matthews said she loves using the language to help others.

[Video] Worldwide Welcome: Students serve as mentors for English Language Learners (ELL), promote CHS Culture of Care

Leah Tan
October 24, 2019
Junior Jack Sandifer practices dances from other groups performing in the upcoming Carmel Spectrum Players Cabaret. He grew up in choir and performed in numerous musicals.

A Spotlight for All: Student, parent, teacher describe benefits of arts for students on the autism spectrum

Tessa Collinson and Michelle Lu
October 24, 2019

Graphic Perspective: Get Moving

Tessa Collinson
September 20, 2019

Entertainment Briefs

Tessa Collinson
September 20, 2019
Sophomore Ashley Elmore reads a book in her room. Elmore said she makes use of shelves around her room to store her books and other belongings so she always knows where they are.

Downsized Decor: As seniors prepare to move into college dorms, students, staff give tips for decorating small spaces

Tessa Collinson
May 23, 2019
Sophomore Ashley Elmore reads a book in her room. Elmore said she makes use of shelves around her room to store her books and other belongings so she always knows where they are.

As seniors prepare to move into college dorms, students, staff give tips for decorating small spaces

Tessa Collinson
May 23, 2019
Brainstorming

[Photo] For Your Inspiration: Art students, art department chair advise artists how to take inspiration from others without stealing art

Isabella White
May 23, 2019
Screen Shot 2019-04-15 at 12.52.47 PM

[Photo] 2018-19 Weekly Infographics

November 2, 2018

Sports JAM: Check the Differences

Robbie Ge, Gray Martens, Tessa Collinson, and Bowen Zhou
April 19, 2019
Gay-Straight Alliance Sponsor Jeremy Horner

Gay-Straight Alliance Sponsor Jeremy Horner

Tessa Collinson
March 22, 2019
Junior Yasmine Pehlivan

Junior Yasmine Pehlivan

Tessa Collinson
March 22, 2019
FLAME-BOYANT STYLE: Freshman Daniel Tanner tries on a glitzy choker to complement his outfit. Daniel said he likes to push societal boundaries when he dresses himself in women’s clothing.

Freshman Daniel Tanner transcends typical gender stereotypes with fashion

Tessa Collinson
March 22, 2019
Web of Respect: It's important to be mindful of military's contributions in our lives, consider their various services

Web of Respect: It’s important to be mindful of military’s contributions in our lives, consider their various services

Tessa Collinson
February 22, 2019

Take a look at some homemade gifts to make for your special someone

Tessa Collinson and
January 24, 2019
01.24 News Briefs

01.24 News Briefs

Josie Cruzan, Tessa Collinson, and Aditi Kumar
January 24, 2019
With Cyber Monday around the corner, here are some ways to keep yourself safe from hackers

With Cyber Monday around the corner, here are some ways to keep yourself safe from hackers

Tessa Collinson and Michelle Lu
November 16, 2018
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