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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
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 3
Connections: October 3
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
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Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
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Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 23
Mini Crossword: October 23
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 8
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
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Word Search: October 31
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Word Search: October 23
Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Word Search: October 4
Word Search: October 4
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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Shruthi Ravichandran

Shruthi Ravichandran, Entertainment Editor

Hi, I’m Shruthi! I am currently a senior and this is my third, and sadly last, year being on the HiLite staff. I am also one of the Entertainment editors for this year. Outside of HiLite, I enjoy watching anything and everything on Netflix, biking, and have recently gotten into embroidery.
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BUSY BEE: Senior Anna Lai studies for a statistics quiz in her AP Research class on Jan. 12. Lai said the material is not too difficult as it builds on what they learned last semester.

[Photo] 2020-21 Photo of the Day

September 14, 2020
Movie Playlist: Avengers Assemble [MUSE]

Movie Playlist: Avengers Assemble [MUSE]

Shruthi Ravichandran
April 28, 2020
In honor of Women’s History Month, teacher, female students share their experiences in science

[Video] In honor of Women’s History Month, teacher, female students share their experiences in science

Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Segaran uses Twizzlers as bundles of muscle fibers in a demonstration, peeling a Twizzler to simulate a muscle cell on Nov. 10 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Segaran said she thinks it is important to get students interested in science from a young age and help them find their passions early in life.

Senior Nicole Segaran

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Junior Olivia White

Junior Olivia White

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March 20, 2020
Junior Sophia "Sophie" Sinder

Junior Sophia “Sophie” Sinder

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March 20, 2020
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Freshman Grace Zhang

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March 20, 2020
Senior Iris Yan

Senior Iris Yan

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March 20, 2020
Science Department Chair Jennifer Drudge

Science Department Chair Jennifer Drudge

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
March 20, 2020
Junior Briana Chen

Junior Briana Chen

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March 20, 2020
Sophomore Jinhee Won

Sophomore Jinhee Won

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March 20, 2020
AP Chemistry teacher Virginia Kundrat

AP Chemistry teacher Virginia Kundrat

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Cynthia Henry, chemistry teacher and Science Olympiad sponsor

Cynthia Henry, chemistry teacher and Science Olympiad sponsor

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Senior Kiara Garcia goes through various steps of her hair routine. Garcia said she embraces her natural hair.

[Photo] African-American students sport natural hair, celebrate Natural Hair Movement this Black History Month

Anushka Dasgupta and Riya Chinni
February 21, 2020
TV Playlist: Galentine's Day [MUSE]

TV Playlist: Galentine’s Day [MUSE]

Shruthi Ravichandran
February 13, 2020
REVISION REVELRY: Junior Wiliam Van Horn (right) shows junior Sumeet Singh (left) his assignment on a class activity in their AP Seminar class on Jan 8. This semester the class will redo the same assignments they were assigned as last semester to submit to the College Board as part of their AP exam for the class.

[Photo] 2019-2020 Photo of the Day

September 5, 2019
Music Playlist: November Thanks [MUSE]

Music Playlist: November Thanks [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
November 27, 2019
Movie Playlist: Halloween [MUSE]

Movie Playlist: Halloween [MUSE]

Shruthi Ravichandran
October 30, 2019
Music Playlist: Sweater Weather [MUSE]

Music Playlist: Sweater Weather [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
October 18, 2019
Homecoming '19: Blue and Gold [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Blue and Gold [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 27, 2019
Homecoming '19: Playhouse Building Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Playhouse Building Day [MUSE]

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
September 25, 2019
Homecoming '19: Hippie vs. Hipster Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Hippie vs. Hipster Day [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 24, 2019
Homecoming '19: Tourist Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Tourist Day [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 23, 2019
Anna Debard

[Photo] Q&A with CHS’ New Choir Director Anna Debard

September 20, 2019
Music Playlist: We're Bringing Summer Back [MUSE]

Music Playlist: We’re Bringing Summer Back [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 4, 2019
Noah Sim, marching band member and senior, rehearses on his euphonium during summer marching band rehearsals. Sim began to play the euphonium for marching a year ago. Sim said the summer rehearsals allow for the marching band to get a head start, as well as integrate freshmen with upperclassmen.

[Photo] Band, orchestra students give advice for practicing over break, adapting to higher level performing arts

Isabella White, Bowen Zhou, and Grace Xu
August 13, 2019
Junior Vivian Werstler adds to her drawing of a city street in SRT on May 9. Werstler said she found her own art by taking small pieces of inspiration from others’ work and combining them to create something unique to her.

[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
Senior Joseph Hsu uses MuseScore, a computer program to compose. Hsu said composing music takes different times

[Photo] MUSICIAN SPOTLIGHT: Q&A with senior Joseph Hsu, who composed his own concerto “Non Noire Memoire”

April 19, 2019
PURA VIDA PROMO: Janvi Bhatia, DECA participant and sophomore, scrolls down the Pura Vida Reps Instagram account. She said she and a friend used to buy their bracelets often and signed up as representatives for fun.

[Photo] The New Face of Advertising: As companies turn to new platforms for advertising, students, staff reflect on impact of social media promotions

Sarah Kim
March 22, 2019
Body Building: Sophomore Ayla Dimon creates muscles located on the human body out of clay to put on her Mannekin in her Human Body Systems class on March 15. Dimon says that they use the Mannekins to learn where different body parts and organs are located on the human body and it helps her visualize where everything is located in her head.

[Photo] 2018-19 Photo of the Day

November 2, 2018
New Edition rehearses after school as competitions approach next week. Sam Chenoweth, associate director of choirs, said time management becomes crucial during competition season and prepares members well for the future.

[Photo] A New Addition to New Edition: New student enters CHS choir program; choir students contemplate ways to reduce stress with school, extracurriculars

February 22, 2019
Choir director Kyle Barker oversees the Ambassadors during their rehearsal after school. According to Ambassador and junior Danny Ghalayini, the Half Notes event is a much more interactive experience for the kids than typical choir concerts and events.

[Photo] Half(Time) Notes: Ambassadors’ new Half Notes event to take place tomorrow evening

Isabella White
January 24, 2019
Sophomore Ella Carlson plays the guitar in front of her vinyl collection and her record player. Carlson said she learned to play the guitar on her own last summer.

[Photo] Rock Bottom?: CHS students, head of WHJE examine rap recently overtaking rock music for most popular music genre

Jesse Cooper, Isabella White
December 13, 2018
Senior Allie Crawford (right), the director for the one act “The Philadelphia”, instructs junior Luke Vreeman (left) on how to better portray his character as Muriel Schafer (back) watches on during the rehearsal. “The Philadelphia” is an act set in a New York diner about a man who is stuck in a kind of “opposite day” where everything he asks for, he gets the opposite of. In it, Vreeman plays Mark, the man stuck in this dilemma, and Schafer plays the waitress, Sharon.

Studio One Acts: Photo Essay

Shruthi Ravichandran
September 21, 2018
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