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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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Wendy Zhu

Wendy Zhu, Managing Editor (Print)

Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m one of the print managing editors, and I’m so excited for my final year on staff! In the past, I’ve been a Feature reporter, Student Section copy editor, and Feature editor. When I’m not working on HiLite-related tasks, I love watching ASMR videos, taking photos of the sunset, and spending time with dogs at IndyHumane. I am also a devoted Swiftie. Take a look at some of my work on this page!

All content by Wendy Zhu

Growing out of high school friendships is healthy, normal as people change, grow

Wendy Zhu, Managing Editor (Print)
May 19, 2021
School board president Layla Spanenberg meets on March 22 at a board meeting. Board members discussed policy changes, new school courses and COVID-19 effects on academics.

School board to meet on April 26

Wendy Zhu
April 21, 2021
Journey of Starbucks

Journey of Starbucks

Wendy Zhu and Riley TerBush
March 30, 2021
School board president Layla Spanenberg meets on March 22 at a board meeting. Board members discussed policy changes, new school courses and COVID-19 effects on academics.

School board to meet on April 12, schools to continue hybrid learning for remainder of school year

Wendy Zhu
March 26, 2021
The school board meets on Feb. 22 at a regular board meeting. At the meeting, board members discussed revisions to policies, approval of consent items and staffing reports.

School board to meet March 3 to review strategic plan goals, continue monitoring COVID-19 cases

Wendy Zhu
March 2, 2021
Digital technology opens doors to new possibilities for self-expression

Digital technology opens doors to new possibilities for self-expression

Maddie Misterka and Wendy Zhu
February 20, 2021
School board president Layla Spanenberg meets on Jan. 25 with the rest of the board to present Young Artist Awards, hold a public hearing and approve consent items. At the following board meeting on Feb. 8, board members recognized athletic teams’ state championships and discussed cybersecurity.

School board to meet on Feb. 22

Wendy Zhu
February 10, 2021
In honor of Relationship Wellness Month, remember to set healthy boundaries with friendships

In honor of Relationship Wellness Month, remember to set healthy boundaries with friendships

Wendy Zhu
February 8, 2021
Thrifty Threads contains a variety of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. Store workers sorted pieces by category and color, allowing for a convenient shopping experience.

Thrifty Threads (Off the Rack)

Wendy Zhu
February 4, 2021
The school board meets on Dec. 14 to discuss redistricting, education funds and non-discrimination policies. At the following regular board meeting, on Jan. 11, board members appointed new officers, including newly elected president Layla Spanenerg.

School board to meet Jan. 25, monitor COVID-19 cases, facilitate transitions for students going to new schools

Wendy Zhu
January 20, 2021
2021 Grammy nominations lacked transparency, snubbed deserving artists

2021 Grammy nominations lacked transparency, snubbed deserving artists

Maddie Kosc and Wendy Zhu
January 16, 2021
evermore: A Track By Track Review

evermore: A Track By Track Review

Wendy Zhu
January 12, 2021
Q&A with science teacher James Hambley on YouTube channel with over 75k subscribers

Q&A with science teacher James Hambley on YouTube channel with over 75k subscribers

Ray Mo and Wendy Zhu
November 20, 2020
Mental Health Coordinator Stephanie Whiteside presents a plan for increased diversity and equity at Carmel Clay Schools.

School board to meet Nov. 23, discuss redistricting

Wendy Zhu
November 18, 2020
Carmel Cafe worker and junior Luciana Marquez places an order in the computer system. Marquez said she has been impacted positivley by coffee.

[Photo] In celebration of National Cappuccino Day, staff of Carmel Cafe share the impact of coffee

Saumya Somasi, Student Section Reporter
November 8, 2020
Juniors Lisa Venckus (left) and Erin Gordon (right) pose for photo while holding 'Fady for Indiana' brochures. Venckus said that "it’s really important that people are able to speak up and make their thoughts heard on (whichever) side they stand".

Q&A with students working the polls in honor of Election Day

Wendy Zhu, HiLite Print Management
November 3, 2020
Gabby Larsen, senior

Gabby Larsen, senior

Wendy Zhu, HiLite Print Management
October 23, 2020
Mackenzie Webster, senior

Mackenzie Webster, senior

Wendy Zhu, HiLite Print Management
October 23, 2020
Mitch Taylor, senior

Mitch Taylor, senior

Wendy Zhu, HiLite Print Management
October 23, 2020
Jayden Chui, freshman

Jayden Chui, freshman

Wendy Zhu
October 23, 2020
Debbie Brown, cafeteria worker

Debbie Brown, cafeteria worker

Wendy Zhu, HiLite Management
October 23, 2020
School board president Mike Kerschner speaks at the Sept. 29 school board meeting. At the meeting, board members discussed redistricting, student growth and the construction of a roundabout near CHS.

School board to continue planning for redistricting, hold next board meeting Oct. 26

Wendy Zhu
October 22, 2020
Bradley Snyder, senior

Bradley Snyder, senior

Wendy Zhu, Management
October 19, 2020
Sydney Perez, sophomore

Sydney Perez, sophomore

Wendy Zhu, Management
October 19, 2020
Grace Sullivan, junior

Grace Sullivan, junior

Wendy Zhu, Management
October 19, 2020
Freshman Joseph Sandy sits in the Freshman Cafeteria by himself. “I expected negativity, but instead I got positivity,” Sandy said.

[Photo] Students reflect on experience of coming out of quarantine after having COVID-19

Kruti Subbannavar, Feature Reporter
September 24, 2020
Junior Faith Austin poses with her Best Delegate award after a Model United Nations (U.N.) event. For other high schoolers also interested in law, she recommended joining organizations geared toward history and communication like Model U.N. “You need to learn how to communicate efficiently with other people while understanding what’s happened in the past and having knowledge of what you’re defending,” she said.

Q&A with Faith Austin on her internship at local law firm, interest in law

Wendy Zhu
September 24, 2020
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[Photo] Humans of CHS: Celebrating self improvement month, students, staff answer questions about self improvement

September 18, 2020
Senior Sarah Konrad takes notes for class during online-learning time.She said she had trouble for the first few days, but did her best to find a schedule to help her get things turned in on time.

This year’s virtual learning to focus on social-emotional learning, bonds between teachers, students

Wendy Zhu
August 13, 2020
folklore: A Track-By-Track Breakdown [MUSE]

folklore: A Track-By-Track Breakdown [MUSE]

Wendy Zhu
July 30, 2020
People should use journaling to process emotions, document personal growth

People should use journaling to process emotions, document personal growth

Wendy Zhu
June 18, 2020
Consider supporting small businesses by purchasing gift cards during pandemic

Consider supporting small businesses by purchasing gift cards during pandemic

Wendy Zhu
May 21, 2020
Sophomore Aleen Zhao watches videos on her laptop. She said that by maintaining a routine during this e-learning period, she is able to be more productive and ultimately have more time to do things she wants to do. (Submitted Photo: Aleen Zhao)

[Photo] As e-learning resumes on April 13, continues through rest of school year due to COVID-19, students structure time differently without necessity of normal routine

Viyang Hao
April 13, 2020
General public should treat celebrities as humans, should not subject them to bullying

General public should treat celebrities as humans, should not subject them to bullying

Wendy Zhu
March 20, 2020
Junior Melissa Su divides her lunch into individual boxes to make it easier to bring in the morning. Su said she started focusing on having a more balanced diet last month.

[Video] In light of World Health Day on April 7, changes in diet lead to improved mental, physical health amongst students

Uma Kandallu
March 20, 2020
People should take COVID-19 situation seriously by practicing social distancing

People should take COVID-19 situation seriously by practicing social distancing

Wendy Zhu
March 18, 2020
Chloe Chui (left), member of Symphony Orchestra and junior, looks over her music with Alia Rumreich (right), member of Symphony Orchestra and junior. Chui said the Symphony Orchestra has been focusing heavily on intonation and transitioning back to regular classes after their chamber music unit.

Orchestras prepare for ISSMA, Side-by-Side performances

Wendy Zhu
March 1, 2020
New research reveals blue light may not be as harmful as previously portrayed

[Video] New research reveals blue light may not be as harmful as previously portrayed

Uma Kandallu
February 21, 2020
Graphic Perspective: Time Flies When You're Having Fun

Graphic Perspective: Time Flies When You’re Having Fun

Wendy Zhu
February 21, 2020
Sophomore Yashaswini “Yashu” Battina looks at yogurt before she eats. She said her Type 1 diabetes diagnosis has caused her to be more aware of her diet.

[Video] New technologies, information help to combat burden of responsibility as diagnoses of Type 1, 2 diabetes rise

Leah Tan
January 23, 2020
Abi Meyyappan, National American Miss Indiana (NAMI) finalist and senior, adjusts her tiara in a mirror. Meyyappan said she enjoyed her first beauty pageant experience.

Beauty pageants judge CHS students on factors other than just physical appearance

Wendy Zhu
December 12, 2019
Chloe Chui, member of Symphony Orchestra and junior, looks over her music for the upcoming performance at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic. Chui said she is looking forward to performing in Chicago on Dec. 18.

Orchestras finalizing preparations for winter concert, Midwest performance

Wendy Zhu
December 10, 2019
As Thanksgiving approaches, students plan Friendsgiving celebration, ponder new trend

[Video] As Thanksgiving approaches, students plan Friendsgiving celebration, ponder new trend

Sam Hawkins
November 28, 2019
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
Lexi Carter, Art Club president and junior, sketches out a drawing for Inktober. Inktober is a month long challenge encouraging artists to build positive habits through ink drawing.

[Video] With Inktober in full swing, students, teacher reflect on influences of online challenges on art, life

Sam Hawkins
October 24, 2019
Mentor and senior Gavin Daniels checks his homework in his IB Spanish class. Daniels said he will continue to study the language in the future and has been considering majoring in Spanish in college.

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

Leah Tan
October 24, 2019
TAKING GREEN ACTION: Felipe Martinez Guimaraes, co-president of the Green Action Club and junior, takes notes during a project planning session. He said his club focuses on making the school more environmentally aware.

[Photo] After Indianapolis designated one of most wasteful American cities, Carmel community works to spread awareness, defy stereotype

Sowmya Chundi
October 24, 2019
Chloe Chui, member of Symphony Orchestra and junior, looks over her concert music before school. Chui said that in the final weeks before the fall concert, she has been focusing on adding musicality to her pieces and refining her playing.

Orchestras continue to prepare for upcoming fall concert, Midwest Clinic

Wendy Zhu
October 14, 2019
Olivia White, Philharmonic Orchestra member and junior, looks over her concert music. White said she has been recording herself practicing the music to keep track of her progress and use different practice techniques.

Orchestras practicing for upcoming fall concert

Wendy Zhu
October 2, 2019
Junior Daniella Richardson views an Area 51 meme on her phone. She said she first noticed the rise of the memes over the summer.

[Video] Ubiquitously Funny Obsessions: With the invasion of Area 51 memes across all social media, students and teachers analyze possibility of real-life alien invasion

Grace Xu
September 20, 2019
Weight On Your Shoulders: Students, staff examine potential health effects of carrying heavy backpacks

[Video] Weight On Your Shoulders: Students, staff examine potential health effects of carrying heavy backpacks

Sarah Zheng
September 20, 2019
Senior William “Will” Pugh (left) hugs two Cambodian students. Pugh said his involvement in the TASSEL club to help others has had a positive influence on him.

[Video] With World Humanitarian Day on Aug. 19, students reflect on experiences helping communities in need

Natalie Khamis
August 13, 2019
Senior Kelly Xiang adjusts the contrast on a photo of senior Sylvia Liu on Photoshop Express. Xiang said that photos can highlight people’s insecurities.

More Than Meets the Eye: As photo editing applications increase in prevalence, students, staff evaluate impact on self-image, confidence

Wendy Zhu
May 23, 2019
Chloe Chui, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, takes her violin from her locker. She said she is excited to perform at the Palladium and hopes the concert goes smoothly.

Orchestras preparing for Palladium concert, banquet

Wendy Zhu
May 14, 2019
Moving Forward: Students who graduate early look back on benefits, drawback of different schedule

Moving Forward: Students who graduate early look back on benefits, drawback of different schedule

Leslie Huang, Calina He, and Wendy Zhu
April 19, 2019
Edward Dong, member of Philharmonic Orchestra and sophomore, packs up his violin at the end of the day. He said he has recently been preparing for the ISSMA (Indiana State Music Association) Competition and has benefited from the new practice recordings. “ISSMA is basically our main priority now,” Dong said.

Orchestras practicing for upcoming ISSMA competition

Wendy Zhu
April 8, 2019
Austin Prader, eSports Club president and junior, watches and helps his club members with a video game. Prader said he has gained leadership skills from playing video games and being a part of eSports Club.

It’s All Fun And Games: eSports Club members disagree with stigma surrounding violent video games

Wendy Zhu, Maddie Kosc, and Raphael Li
March 22, 2019
Alia Rumreich, member of Philharmonic Orchestra and sophomore, takes her violin out of its locker to practice at home. She said she and her orchestra have been focusing on preparing for the ISSMA competition, which is in April.

Orchestras to host guest conductor, prepare for ISSMA competition

Wendy Zhu
March 1, 2019
A Shot in the Arm: With flu season at its peak this month, schools like CHS are more susceptible to spread of disease

A Shot in the Arm: With flu season at its peak this month, schools like CHS are more susceptible to spread of disease

Wendy Zhu, Karen Zhang, Rhea Acharya, and Raphael Li
February 22, 2019
Noah Tan, member of Philharmonic Orchestra and sophomore, takes his cello out of its case before after school rehearsal. He said the main focus of his orchestra class for the past few weeks has been to prepare their chamber music and contest music.

Orchestras practicing for rescheduled chamber music concert

Wendy Zhu
February 7, 2019
Carol You, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, unpacks her cello for an after school rehearsal. You had already practiced her chamber music in class in order to prepare for the upcoming chamber music concert on Jan. 30 but said she was looking forward to running through it with the band members during rehearsal. “We practice (our chamber music) after school with the percussion, winds, and brass,” You said.

Orchestras practicing for chamber music concert, auditions

Wendy Zhu
January 28, 2019
NONSTOP: Sophomore Audra Marchese works in Greyhound Station before school on the morning of Nov 20. Marchese said that as finals approach she has seen an increase in schoolwork and stress.

Holiday Stress(tivities): Students, staff consider how holiday season can be more stressful than relaxing, discuss how to relieve stress

Wendy Zhu
December 13, 2018
Chloe Chui, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, unlocks her violin locker. After going through her pieces in class, Chui said she wanted to take her instrument home for more practice for the upcoming concert. “We’ve been working hard on our pieces, and I really hope it turns out well,” Chui said.

Orchestras practicing for winter concert, recordings

Wendy Zhu
December 10, 2018
Freshman Ashnaya Gupta practices her beam routine. Gupta said that more gymnasts are speaking out now about sexual abuse after the scandals occurred.

Unwanted Advances: Sexual abuse cases in gymnastics raise question of awareness at CHS

Leslie Huang, Calina He, and Wendy Zhu
November 16, 2018
Chloe Chui, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, takes her violin from the orchestra room as she heads to the football stadium. Chui had been working on her pieces for the orchestra and marching band performance so that she would be prepared for the upcoming competition. “We have prelims this Thursday and nationals on Saturday,” Chui said.

Orchestras practicing with Marching Band for competition

Wendy Zhu
November 8, 2018
JUULs, nicotine devices, are used regularly by students at CHS. Warning labels are required to be printed on each package to warn users of many negative health consequences.

The War on Drugs: Officers, teachers, students work to prevent effects of drug use here

Wendy Zhu
October 25, 2018
Chloe Chui, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, picks up her violin at the end of the school day to practice her instrument at home. In order to make sure all the students were practicing, the orchestra directors sent out reminders via text. “We put a practicing push on fall break,” director of orchestras Elisabeth Ohly-Davis said. “We sent out some remind texts to make sure we’re all set to go.”

Orchestras rehearsing for fall concert

Wendy Zhu
October 21, 2018
Olivia White, member of Philharmonic Orchestra and sophomore, packs up her violin at the end of her orchestra class. In order to prepare for the upcoming fall concert on Oct. 18., the orchestra directors assigned playing tests in each orchestra, and White submitted her recorded test earlier this month. “We have three playing tests per concert, and usually, two of them are recorded and submitted through Canvas,” White said.

Orchestra preparing for fall concert

Wendy Zhu
October 7, 2018
Annie Kim, officer of the Share the Music and sophomore, stacks flyers for the Share the Music call-out meeting on Sept. 4. Kim had been working to make and print the flyers to provide new members with more information about the club. Kim said, “It’s just a really chill club, and everybody’s having a good time.”

Various Orchestra Clubs Host Call-out Meetings

Wendy Zhu
September 6, 2018
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