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Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Megan Xia & Abigail Lee
Stereotypes faced by twins shape expectations, identity
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Indy 500
Indy 500
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Reflection after a trend: The USC Ice Bucket Challenge
Reflection after a trend: The USC Ice Bucket Challenge
Graphic Perspective: Fall vs. spring ACEs
Graphic Perspective: Fall vs. spring ACEs
Staff Editorial: The current prom date needs to change
Staff Editorial: The current prom date needs to change
Opposing Column: Digital exams are more beneficial for students
Opposing Column: Digital exams are more beneficial for students
Opposing Column: Paper exams are more beneficial for students
Opposing Column: Paper exams are more beneficial for students
Principal Tim Phares sits in the Administration Office. Phares said administration will continue to work towards excellence at CHS.
Administration to prepare for next year
History teacher William Ellery helps a student revise an exam. Ellery said working with students is the fulfilling part of teaching.
CCS school board presents service awards
Content gatherer and sophomore Avika Rajmane looks over a spread during SSRT on May 1. Rajmane said, “Even though the yearbook is done. We are putting the final touches on the spring supplement.”
Pinnacle staff closes out production cycle with end of year party
Science Olympiad participants compete in an engineering event at the Regional competition on Feb. 22 hosted by Butler University. Participants said their events were going well.
Science Olympiad team prepares to compete at Nationals on May 23-24
Aneesha Singh (left), TASSEL co-president and senior, and Christopher Tichindelean (right), TASSEL vice president and senior, lead a TASSEL meeting. Singh said, "We hope to provide more vocational opportunities for (our students) in the future. Learning English in addition to their native language Khmer can open a lot of doors in receiving higher education. "
Club Spotlight: TASSEL
Japan-America Society of Indiana (JASI) members play traditional taiko drums at the Cherry Blossom Festival on May 4. There were many different Japanese performances at the festival including samurai cosplays and traditional dances.
Japanese cherry blossom festival creates appreciation for Japanese-American culture
Sophomore Elon Yuckman works on Chemistry homework at the CHS library on April 26, 2025. “(To keep up with my classes) I spend a lot of time in SSRT doing homework and prioritize the most important classes first,” Yuckman said.
Academic hierarchies play a role in student course decision, academic pressure
Teen Services Librarian Zach Reynolds works at Carmel Clay Public Library (CCPL) and shelves books at the local library on March 26, 2025. Reynolds has an education of a Master of Library & Information Science - MLIS, Children and Youth Library Services from Indiana University Indianapolis. This master's has allowed Reynolds to work as a Carmel Clay schools Library Media Center Assistant as well as a CCPL Teen Librarian.
Students benefit from evolving role of libraries as community centers
Sophomore Isabella Duffy talks into her microphone and practices her script on April 21. Duffy said she tries to remain objective when reporting the news but can sometimes let her opinions influence her reporting.
Journalism’s fine line: objectivity vs. perspective
Best Buddies president Cora Lammers strikes a pose with her buddy Alyson Barnett on Sep. 26, 2024. Barnett and Lammers participated in the Best Buddies match party. Lammers said the match party allows all one-on-one matches to meet and hang out with each other.
Autism Awareness Month plays crucial role in reducing stigma, promoting inclusivity
Erica Lai trains indoors for inline speed skating. Lai said she wants to continue skating after high school. (Submitted: Erica Lai)
Athlete Spotlight: Erica Lai on speed skating
Senior Briggs Griffin, a Carmel varsity Lacrosse player circles up with the team before facing Hamilton Southeastern on May 2nd.
Photo Essay: Boys Varsity Lacrosse vs HSE
Going Pro After High School: Risk or Reward?
Going Pro After High School: Risk or Reward?
Senior Amanda Ailes signs with the Huntington Foresters volleyball team on Feb 22. Ailes said one of the ways she’s been continuing with her commitment to Huntington is by communicating with her future coach and attending the games of her future team. (Photo: Submitted)
Student Athletes, College Counselor evaluate differences in paths of athletic collegiate commitments
Senior Sophie Mock gives her team a pep talk before the varsity Lacrosse game starts on April 17. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
CHS students navigate recruitment gap in sports
Junior Harper Roan plays Sandra Templeton opposite senior Isaiah Henderson playing Edward Bloom. The show will run from May 15 to 17.
“Big Fish” Photo Gallery
Book-to-screen adaptations should enhance stories, not change them completely
Book-to-screen adaptations should enhance stories, not change them completely
Banned Books Club founders, media specialist discuss importance of reading banned books
Banned Books Club founders, media specialist discuss importance of reading banned books
Jazz a La Mode Photo Gallery
Jazz a La Mode Photo Gallery
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet (opinion)
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet (opinion)
Q&A with Will Spence on Longest Day fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Awareness
Q&A with Will Spence on Longest Day fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Awareness
Q&A with sophomore Atharva Sahu on National Alliance for Mental Illness 5K
Q&A with sophomore Atharva Sahu on National Alliance for Mental Illness 5K
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Juniors Anya Stephenson and Maggie Miller smile for a selfie. Stephenson and Miller created Patchwork Promise, an initiative to donate upcycled tote bags.
Q&A with juniors Anya Stephenson and Maggie Miller on Patchwork Promise
Statpad, the SAT practice site, is available both as an app and as a website. “We’re working to get it unblocked (on Chromebooks),” Junior Derek Yang said.
Q&A with juniors Derek Yang and Brandon Li on SAT practice app
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: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Month In Review: April 2025
Month In Review: April 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Ambassador members perform their show, 'Road to El Dorado', at the dress rehearsal for 'An Evening of Show Choir' on Mar. 3. The show will take place Mar. 6.
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Month In Review: February 2025
Month In Review: February 2025
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 2
Wordle: May 2
Connections: May 1
Connections: May 1
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 30
Mini Crossword: April 29
Mini Crossword: April 29
Connections: May 1
Connections: May 1
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 2
Connections: April 2
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Mini Crossword: April 29
Mini Crossword: April 29
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: March 6
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 2
Wordle: May 2
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: April 2
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: March 7
Quiz: What Snapple tea are you?
Review: A return to mediocrity: “Back in Action” is a clumsy attempt at spy comedy [MUSE]
Ethel Cain’s Perverts is off-putting and deeply disturbing in the best way possible
Ethel Cain’s Perverts is off-putting and deeply disturbing in the best way possible
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: "Dog Man" is Unapologetically Chaotic [MUSE]
Review: “Dog Man” is Unapologetically Chaotic [MUSE]
Review: "Ne Zha 2": The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [MUSE]
Review: “Ne Zha 2”: The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [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]
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
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?
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Alivia Romaniuk

Alivia Romaniuk, Content Gatherer

Hi, my name is Alivia Romaniuk and this is my third year on the HiLite staff. I am a Sports Reporter. Outside of HiLite, I am also a member of the track and cross-country teams, and enjoy reading, swimming and spending time with my two dogs. I am also a huge fan of Lego and have a pair of Lego shoes. I am super excited to be a part of HiLite this year!

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Members of the women’s lacrosse team celebrate their 2021 state victory. According to Hanna, while many girls in this group graduated last year, the team aims to defend its state title. Photo from @CarmelGirlsLAX on Twitter

Women’s Lacrosse team defeated Culver in first round of Sectional, moves on to championship game

Alivia Romaniuk
May 20, 2022
With threequel of “Legally Blonde” being released in May, female students discuss female stereotyping

With threequel of “Legally Blonde” being released in May, female students discuss female stereotyping

Alivia Romaniuk
April 21, 2022
Given uncertainties surrounding recycling industry, students should reconsider recycling

Given uncertainties surrounding recycling industry, students should reconsider recycling

Alivia Romaniuk
March 21, 2022
While Men’s March Madness is more widely recognized, the women’s tournament is growing

While Men’s March Madness is more widely recognized, the women’s tournament is growing

Alivia Romaniuk
March 21, 2022
The women’s swim team won the Sectional title on Feb. 7 with 577 points, 205 points ahead of runner-up Westfield. Photo from @SwimDiveCHS on Twitter

Women’s swim team to compete in State Final Feb. 11-12, looks to achieve 36th consecutive state title

Alivia Romaniuk
February 10, 2022
While emerging athletes can challenge older players, experience wins over all

While emerging athletes can challenge older players, experience wins over all

Alivia Romaniuk
February 8, 2022

Women’s swim team to compete in Sectional Championship Feb. 7, looks forward to tournament season

Alivia Romaniuk
February 7, 2022
Wrestling coach Ed Pendoski (center) stands amidst wrestlers as he watches a wrestling match. Pendoski said that along with building connections with athletes, an important part of his job as a coach is to provide athletes with experiences that help them grow.

Coaches, athletes work together to lead teams to success

Addison Joyce and Alivia Romaniuk
January 20, 2022
An IndyCar drives past on the IMS during the 2021 Indy 500. While IndyCar and NASCAR remain larger in the US, Formula 1 has been growing in popularity.

Motorsport fans evaluate “Drive to Survive”, impact of series on Formula 1’s popularity in the United States

Alivia Romaniuk
December 12, 2021
Luci Bair, varsity women’s soccer player and senior, dribbles the ball in a Sectional game against Guerin. Bair said facing higher ranked teams drives the team to play harder.

Soccer coaches, players evaluate accuracy of rankings, their impact on overall mindset

Alivia Romaniuk
October 22, 2021
Members of the women’s varsity golf team celebrate their victory at the IHSAA Regional on September 24. According to assistant coach Dan Patane, the team has a shot at winning the State Final on October 1-2. (Photo from @CarmelGolfGirls on Twitter)

Women’s golf team to compete in IHSAA State Final October 1-2

Alivia Romaniuk
October 1, 2021
Taking Initiative

Taking Initiative

Alivia Romaniuk
September 27, 2021
Members of the women’s golf team practice before the MIC championship on August 31. According to head coach Kelly Kluesner, four members of the team earned all-conference honors at this meet. Picture from @CarmelGolfGirls on Twitter

Women’s golf team wins Miller Invitational, looks forward to rest of season

Alivia Romaniuk
September 20, 2021
Junior Lars Medlin looks over a “Dungeons & Dragons” (DnD) Dungeon Master screen. Medlin said he made his own screen, and decorated it with stars due to his interest in astronomy and aerospace engineering. He said his interest in aerospace started because he met an aerospace engineer at a DnD convention.

CHS students, career coach evaluate career decisions based on a variety of factors

Alivia Romaniuk
August 12, 2021
Ginger Britton, head coach of the CHS softball team, talks strategy with players during a game. Britton said female-to-female communication with coaches encourages players to talk about their struggles.

Members, head coach, of women’s softball team acknowledge benefits of female coaches, challenges for women in coaching

Alivia Romaniuk
May 15, 2021

Women’s lacrosse team to compete against Culver May 13, looks forward to tournament season

Alivia Romaniuk
May 13, 2021
Students should rethink values for volunteering, restore purpose over prestige when gaining service hours

Students should rethink values for volunteering, restore purpose over prestige when gaining service hours

Alivia Romaniuk
April 15, 2021
Dance Marathon participants high five other participants during the start of the event last year. Maximus Shurr, Dance Marathon executive committee member and junior, said the overall support and awareness raised by this event contributes to its consistent success. (Annie Salter Submitted Photo)

Assistant athletic director, students acknowledge sports as force for good

Alivia Romaniuk
April 12, 2021
Helmet wearing is crucial for staying safe, students should prioritize safety over image

Helmet wearing is crucial for staying safe, students should prioritize safety over image

Alivia Romaniuk
March 11, 2021
Riley Pennington, member of the women’s basketball team and senior, passes a basketball to a teammate during a game. She said she thinks the demographics of Carmel explain why there may be underrepresentation of blacks in some sports at CHS.

Athletics at this school increasing in Black representation, reflecting national trends

Alivia Romaniuk
February 16, 2021
Celebrating the female athletes before us who paved the way for us to play

Celebrating the female athletes before us who paved the way for us to play

Alivia Romaniuk
February 8, 2021
Members of the women’s swim team celebrate their victory at the IHSAA State Finals on Feb. 17, 2020. The swim team is about to kick off this year’s IHSAA Tournament season, with the ultimate goal of winning their 35th consecutive state championship. Photo from @SwimDiveCHS on Twitter

Women’s swim team to compete in Greyhound JV Classic Jan. 23, looks forward to IHSAA tournament

Alivia Romaniuk
January 21, 2021

Winter athletes remark on goals for spring season

Alivia Romaniuk
January 17, 2021
The women’s swim team celebrated their 34th consecutive IHSAA state championship on February 15, 2020. According to Jim Inskeep, CHS athletic director, the women’s swim team holds the longest streak in the nation. Photo from @SwimDiveCHS on twitter

Women’s swim team to compete against Hamilton Southeastern on Dec. 22, adapts to COVID-19 during the holiday season

Alivia Romaniuk
December 15, 2020
The women’s swim team celebrates a state victory on February 17. Lueking said she was excited for the team’s hard work to pay off this season. Photo from @SwimDiveCHS on twitter

Women’s swim team to compete in North Central Invitational Tuesday, December 1

Alivia Romaniuk
December 1, 2020
Senior Maggie Love swims the butterfly stroke after school in preparation for the upcoming season for the varsity women’s swim team.She said she is committed to Purdue University but is frustrated with the changes to college recruiting. She said she wished she could meet the coaches face-to-face because so she could feel like a student athlete.

Aspiring NCAA athletes react to changes to in-person college recruitment visits, scholarship decisions

Alivia Romaniuk
November 22, 2020
Q&As with Carmel Mini Marathoners club leader, sponsor

Q&As with Carmel Mini Marathoners club leader, sponsor

Cady Armstrong and Alivia Romaniuk
November 14, 2020
Varsity women’s golf team member and senior Katie Kuc hits a golf ball at the IHSAA Sectional Championships on September 18. Kuc said one of her goals for the state championship is to earn all-state honors.

Women’s golf team to compete in the IHSAA State Championships October 2-3

Alivia Romaniuk
November 11, 2020
Senior Katie Kuc hits a golf ball. Kuc said she and the team are aiming for a win on Saturday.

Women’s golf team aim to win Miller Girls Golf Invitational this Saturday

Alivia Romaniuk
November 11, 2020

Women’s golf team to compete in IHSAA Regional Championships on September 26

Alivia Romaniuk
October 11, 2020
Many students gather on Friday, Aug. 28 to watch a home game for the Carmel Greyhounds against Cathedral. The Hounds lost the game 44-28; however, on Sept. 11, the Hounds won in a double overtime thriller 45-44 over Pike high school.Many students gathered to show energy, despite the 250 spectator limit set by the IHSAA. Athletic director Jim Inskeep said he finds players are becoming more and more accepting of the changes.

Athletes remark on new regulations for spectators at games, reflect on pros, cons

Andrew Caito and Alivia Romaniuk
September 21, 2020
Franklin Hankins, Ultimate Frisbee club sponsor and science teacher, plays ultimate frisbee. Hankins said ultimate frisbee required athleticism.

Q & A with Franklin Hankins, sponsor of Ultimate Frisbee Club, science teacher

Alivia Romaniuk
April 1, 2020
HEAVY LIFTING: Clay Stirsman, member of the men’s golf team and senior, lifts weights during pre-season practice. Stirsman said golf has evolved from being distance driven to having more emphasis on power and athletics to be more successful at certain skills.

CHS golfers challenge perception that golf is easy through workouts in pre-season

Alivia Romaniuk
February 21, 2020
BREAST STROKE: Swimmer and freshman Berit Berglund, swims breastroke at the Carmel- HSE dual meet on Dec. 17. Berglund said despite having experience swimming with Carmel Swim Club in previous years, she has felt new pressures since joining the women’s swimming team as a freshman. She added that the high school team is more competitive and serious than she experienced in the Carmel Swim Club.

Women’s swim team to compete in IHSAA Sectional championships

Alivia Romaniuk
February 7, 2020

Women’s swim team begins season with a victory against North Central, looks forward to rest of season

Alivia Romaniuk
December 7, 2019

Women’s varsity golf places fifth at State

Alivia Romaniuk
October 16, 2019
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