Speak-ups: Summer 2019

Jessica Konrad and Kelly TruaxMay 17, 2019Leave a Comment

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Selam “Selamawit” Waclawik (right), co-founder, co-president of Black Student Alliance and senior, poses for a selfie at the Carmel Sit-In. Waclawik said she was inspired to co-found Black Student Alliance as a creative outlet for black students.

Selam “Selamawit” Waclawik, co-founder, co-president of Black Student Alliance and senior

Morgan Blakey (right), Black Student Alliance co-founder, co-president and senior, speaks at the Carmel Sit-In this summer. Blakey said the Black Student Alliance has begun speaking at more rallies.

Morgan Blakey, Black Student Alliance co-founder, co-president and senior

Morgan Blakey (right), Black Student Alliance co-founder, co-president and senior, holds a sign at a protest in downtown Carmel this summer. Blakey said the Black Student Alliance has been attending more protests.

Q&A with Black Student Alliance

Book Review: Things Fall Apart [MUSE]

The outside of the 10-12 counseling offices remains quiet with major construction finished and furniture inside waiting to be situated. Compared to its former position near the Senior hallway during the 2019-2020 school year, the 10-12 counseling department will be adjacent to the natatorium entrance starting Aug. 13.

Q&A with Joseph Schaller, Assistant Principal of Operations, about update in school construction plans

Senior Zach Beeler

“(This summer) I’m looking forward to my sister’s wedding because that’s just really exciting that she is getting married. (The wedding) will be in (Washington D.C.).”

Senior Hok Lam

“This summer I’m most likely going to be working a lot. I still need to find a job, but it’s something I want to do. I’m (also) looking forward to hanging out with friends. ”

Junior Delilah Macharia

“I’m looking forward to not being in school this summer. I don’t like being at school and I want to graduate a soon as possible.”

Sophomore Caroline Zu
“There is a national summer program and (I am going to attend specifically) the medical program at Northwestern. Northwestern is really close to my goal school, so I think that will help me in the long run.”

Freshman Camille Williams

“I’m looking forward to going to different summer camps, and attend all of the marching band practices.”

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Jessica Konrad, Feature Reporter, News Copy Editor

Jessica is a senior and has been writing for the HiLite for the last four years. During her time on staff, she has served as Copy Editor, Beats Editor...