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Q&A with students, discussing Halloween and Friday the 13th superstitions

Q&A with students, discussing Halloween and Friday the 13th superstitions

Laxumi Chandrakumar and Isaac Hsu October 12, 2023

Senior Gabby Choi Do you have any plans for this Friday the 13th? I think this Friday I’m going to go visit the haunted house in my neighborhood. I’ve done it a couple of times in the past, but...

HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup

Caitlin Follman and Caroline Just October 2, 2023

Tune in as hosts Caitlin Follman and Caroline Just walk through the news HiLites of the week. Follman and Just will touch on HiLite's In-Depth story on civic engagement with co-writer, Emma Hu, as well...

While climate change awareness has risen, groups work to help find ways to take action

While climate change awareness has risen, groups work to help find ways to take action

Avery Carlisle and Helena Wang September 29, 2023

According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, over the past half-century, a 172% increase in wildfires is due to human-caused climate change. Even with the recent Maui and Canadian wildfires,...

The Unified Bocce Team at Carmel high school enjoys one of their regular practices. Player and junior Hannah Pettee said, “Unified bocce helps people realize the good they can have on other people, and it impacts everyone, both partners and athletes in a very positive way.

Unified Sports continues to help students of all different abilities

Ryan Sharp September 29, 2023

Throughout the years, Unified sports has helped students connect. Sophomore Steven Byers, who plays on the Unified bocce team, said after a friend with special needs introduced him to the Unified bocce...

Seniors Celine Yang (left) and Jenna Khasawaneh (right) enjoy lunch together on Sept. 25, 2023. I really enjoy being able to bring my own lunch because I enjoy it more than the food at school, said Khasawaneh.

In light of Ethnic Food Month, lunch staff, students discuss consequences of ethnic food shaming

Mahitha Konjeti September 29, 2023

For Shrinidhi Yarabolu, president of Carmel Vaitalika and senior, her Indian lunches have always made her feel like a cultural other.  “When I was younger I’d have a lot of insecurity with bringing...

Farrell Bopda Fotso (right) sits with fellow members of African History and Culture Club. Bopda Fotso said, I like that this club lets me hang out with other Africans.

In honor of National African Immigrant Heritage Month in September, students, teacher reflect on connections to culture

Aidah Brown September 28, 2023

As the daughter of Liberian immigrants, junior Priscilla Smith said National African Immigrant Heritage Month reminds her of the different cultures that define who she is. "This heritage month represents...

Junior Johnny Gourley walking on the field while helping Carmel win the game. Gourley says, Playing for Carmel, I scored three goals in nine minutes, probably my best achievement, I say.

Athlete Spotlight: Johnny Gourley on Carmel Mens soccer

Arya Pinnamaneni September 28, 2023

How long have you been playing soccer? I´ve been playing for about 11 years. I always loved soccer when I was little so I just kept playing it. When I grow up, my goal is to be a professional. What...

Sophomore Anoushka Jena poses in her dobok for Taekwondo. Doboks are worn traditionally in Korean martial arts.

Q&A with sophomore Anoushka Jena, Taekwondo, discipline, learning transferable skills

Emma Hu September 27, 2023

What is Taekwondo?  Taekwondo is a very old form of martial arts that originated in South Korea. It’s one of the oldest forms of martial arts, about 2000-ish years old, and it’s all about self-defense.  What...

Sport or Not? Cheerleaders face perception issues, IHSAA restrictions

Sport or Not? Cheerleaders face perception issues, IHSAA restrictions

Asini Jayarapu September 27, 2023

The last bell rings. It’s Friday. That can only mean one thing to school-spirited students: Friday night football. Students often think about the football players, the food, the lights, and even...

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