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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
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Month In Review: August/September 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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Mrs. Drudge, CHS Science department head, lectures her Chemistry I class during thrid block on Wednesday, April 21. The class spent the period learning the topics of molarity and solubility, practicing them with a lab at the end of class.

[Photo] Students, science professionals discuss impact of scientist stereotypes on science education during Global Citizen Science Month

Tsion Daniel and Archit Kalra
April 22, 2021
STEM SRT: Nimish Bhat, biomedical innovations student and senior, works on her independent research project during SRT on Thursday, March 4. Biomedical innovations students spend the second semester of the year working on independent projects. Bhat described her independent project as entering an innovation competition as a continuation of her prior DECA project.

[Photo] 2020-21 Photo of the Day

September 14, 2020
Q&A with portrait photographer, senior Grace Barney

Q&A with portrait photographer, senior Grace Barney

Calina He and Maddie Kosc
March 20, 2021
Q&A with Carmel Mayor's Youth Council president Nimish Bhat

Q&A with Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council president Nimish Bhat

Maddie Kosc
March 16, 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
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, people should make time for family this holiday season

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, people should make time for family this holiday season

Maddie Kosc
December 11, 2020
In-person college visits matter, but applicants should stay safe and find alternatives

In-person college visits matter, but applicants should stay safe and find alternatives

Maddie Kosc
November 14, 2020
Graphic Perspective: Don't Cancel Me!

Graphic Perspective: Don’t Cancel Me!

Maddie Kosc
September 23, 2020
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[Photo] Student body president (SBP) Julia Heath, speaker of the House (SOH) Drew Miller reflect on altered election process, plans for year

Sowmya Chundi
August 13, 2020
The Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council (CMYC) poses for a photo after their annual Howl-o-ween fall event. Howl-o-ween, former Bow Wow Bash, is an event hosted by the council that features a doggie costume pageant as well as various activities for Carmel’s dogs and their owners to participate in.

Q&A with Mock Trial, DECA and Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council members over social distanced summer activities

Maddie Kosc
June 20, 2020
Holcomb’s 5-step plan is too soon for our state

Holcomb’s 5-step plan is too soon for our state

Maddie Kosc
May 22, 2020
Big cat owners in Netflix series "Tiger King" don't have resources to care for animals, let drama in way of operations

Big cat owners in Netflix series “Tiger King” don’t have resources to care for animals, let drama in way of operations

Maddie Kosc
April 5, 2020
Linh Nguyen, United Sound mentor and senior, helps Maddy Paxton, United Sound member and senior, play an instrument at a United Sound meeting.

[Photo] Inclusive programs for special needs students continue to grow at CHS, across nation

Sarah Kim and Natalie Khamis
March 20, 2020
Maddy Paxton, Unified Track member and senior, stretches with her teammates before practice.

[Photo] Statewide Inclusive Sports: Interactive Graphic

Rhea Acharya and Chloe Sun
March 20, 2020
GREEN GANG: Annie Surette, Green Action Club member and junior, Samantha Jackson and Ella Yates, Green Action Club members and sophomores, and Apala Poudyal, Green Action Club member and freshman, meet with Jim Poyser, executive director of Earth Charter Indiana on March 9. The club discussed their upcoming Earth Day plans and goals for the year with Poyser.

[Photo] News Briefs

Cady Armstrong
March 20, 2020
MUSICIAN IN TRAINING: Blake Dauby, United Sound new musician and senior, rehearses his piece for the upcoming United Sound concert at practice on Feb. 24. Dauby and other United Sound musicians will perform this piece at the rapidly approaching concert on Mar. 14.

[Photo] 2019-2020 Photo of the Day

September 5, 2019
Q&A with Amy Zhuang, current J. Everett Light Career Center cosmetology student and recent CHS graduate

Q&A with Amy Zhuang, current J. Everett Light Career Center cosmetology student and recent CHS graduate

Calina He and Maddie Kosc
January 17, 2020
CHS should consider providing free menstrual products in bathrooms

CHS should consider providing free menstrual products in bathrooms

Maddie Kosc
December 12, 2019
Taylor Ryan, ICE cheerleader and sophomore, practices flying with her stunt bases at the ICE gym on Nov. 6. Ryan said that practices are usually three hours.

[Photo] Athletes, coach explain differences intensity of ICE competition cheer compared to winter cheer

Aniket Biswal and Daniel Kim
November 15, 2019

11.24 News Briefs

Cady Armstrong and Maddie Kosc
October 24, 2019
IN TO THE WOODS: Ultramarathoner and sophomore Kaitlyn Varghese runs in preparation for an ultramarathon. Varghese said that she usually runs ultramarathons one to two times a month. She added that she also runs half-marathons and marathons to help train for these longer distances.

[Photo] Q&A with ultramarathoner, sophomore Kaitlyn Varghese

Adam Spensley and Satvik Kandru
October 24, 2019
Bob Rice, former Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) science teacher, now clean energy advocate for HSE schools, speaks with CHS Green Action Club students about how HSE implemented solar energy at multiple schools. Rice described how the project began with one school and quickly expanded to multiple schools within the district.

[Photo] Green ACTION Club: Green Action Club hosts solar energy speakers, hopes to implement similar plans at CHS

Sarah Kim
October 18, 2019
BEAD IMPACT: Sophomore Varsha Chan- dramouli makes a bracelet out of letter beads. Over the sum- mer, she started making and selling these bracelets on Instagram to raise money for the Marine Conservation Institute.

[Photo] Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Grace Xu and Sam Hawkins
September 20, 2019
Unified Cheer athlete Maddy Paxton practices her routine with her pom poms. Katie Suder, Unified Cheer coach and senior, said she believes cheer is a fun sport that anyone can participate in.

[Photo] Something to Cheer About: CHS welcomes new Unified Cheer Team for 19-20 school year

Adam Spensely
September 20, 2019
Junior and prospective Last Rock of Summer performer, Ethan Meneghini, works on his music over the summer in preparation for the LROS. Meneghini has created his own home studio that he works out of to produce his own music.

Summer Rockin’: WHJE members organize student music festival on Aug. 16

Josie Cruzan
August 13, 2019
Sophomore Anna Thompson eats at a local Chick-fil-A. Thompson said that while the boycotting the company sends a message, she feels that it is not on a large enough scale to be effective.

Chick-fil-Nay?: Students say Christian company should be more transparent with its business practices, values

Angela Qian
May 23, 2019
05.23 News Briefs

05.23 News Briefs

Natalie Khamis, Maddie Kosc, and Pranav Jothirajah
May 23, 2019
Co-sponsor of Lifelines Rebecca Overbey writes down the slogans that will be up on the posters around the school. According to Overbey, The goal of the posters is to help keep students motivated to make good decisions through the school year. “We want students to think about making good choices throughout the end of the school year and summer," co-sponsor of Lifelines Rebecca Overbey said.

Lifelines continues to spread the message of good decisions with posters

Avery Thorpe
May 14, 2019

Carmel students address climate change; think globally, act locally

Avery Thorpe
May 3, 2019
From Covered to Coated: Lilly Branks, ceramics student and sophomore, unwraps her creations to reveal their bare clay outer shells. Branks said that the next step in producing her final product would be coating the pieces with one of the various colors of glaze. Some of the colors used by other students included brick red, light yellow, and jade green.

[Photo] 2018-19 Photo of the Day

November 2, 2018
Lifelines continues to spread message of good decisions through the end of year

Lifelines continues to spread message of good decisions through the end of year

Avery Thorpe
April 24, 2019
A Greener Tomorrow: Earth Day creates student activism in climage change, ways to help the Earth

A Greener Tomorrow: Earth Day creates student activism in climage change, ways to help the Earth

Kassandra Darnell, Maddie Kosc, and Angela Qian
April 19, 2019
PEACEFUL PROTEST: Sophomores Talitha Duckworth (left) and Keloe Sefo (right) stand outside holding up signs they made to protest the growing climate problem. The event occurred on March 15 in front of the statehouse.

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

Leslie Huang, Calina He, and Wendy Zhu
April 19, 2019
News Briefs 4.19

News Briefs 4.19

Josie Cruzan
April 19, 2019
MAKING MONEY: Senior Luisana Rodriguez checks how many seats are available in Red Robin. Rodriguez has worked at Red Robin for a little less than a year. She said that her family sends money over to their relatives in Venezuela to help make their lives easier.

Moving from Venezuela to Carmel opens new doors for students

Kassandra Darnell
April 19, 2019
Senior Brandon “Bino” Sandy watches a TikTok he and his friends filmed. His video received 459,100 “hearts” and 8.7 million views on Twitter.

[Photo] Viral Effects: Students who went viral on social media learn to deal with positive, negative feedback

Calina He
April 19, 2019
Co-sponsor of lifelines Rebecca Overbey discusses plans for upcoming club events. The next major event for the club is the annual Drive Now, Text Later convocation for sophomores. "We really want them to make good choices so nothing happens to them or anyone else over break. We target the sophomore class because they are usually the ones that have new licenses," Overbey said.

Lifelines plans texting and driving convocation for sophomores

Avery Thorpe
March 27, 2019
Deal between Carmel, PNC Bank finalized; construction of apartments expected to occur

Deal between Carmel, PNC Bank finalized; construction of apartments expected to occur

Josie Cruzan, Lillian He, Pranav Jothirajah, Sarah Kim, Maddie Kosc, and Bowen Zhou
March 22, 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
A CHS varsity letter includes the sport and the year the letter was obtained.

[Photo] Earning Honor; Athletics department defines meaning of varsity letter, ways of obtaining one

Jess Canaley
March 22, 2019
Co-sponsor of Lifelines Rebecca Overbey discusses the plans for the next event that Lifelines will sponsor. The convocation for sophomores is planned for SRT the week before spring break and will discuss texting and driving. “We target the sophomore class because they are the ones with the new licenses usually," said Overbey.

Lifelines brings speaker for the sophomore class in March

Avery Thorpe
March 5, 2019
BAKING AWAY: Sophomore Tessa Hedrick puts her cake batter in the oven at her house. Hedrick said she enjoys baking in her free time as it helps her calm down and provides her with a sweet and tasty snack.

[Photo] Home-Baked: Students, teacher consider appeals of taste versus aesthetics in the world of baking

Grace Xu
February 22, 2019
MIXING IT UP: Employees at the Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis work behind a glass wall as they make cakes from scratch. They bake fresh food each day and work to create a positive working environment in the shop for employees to work.

[Photo] The Business of Baking: Cake Bake Shop to open new Carmel location this July, aiming toward an all-around sensory experience

Grace Xu
February 22, 2019
STRENGTHENING THE BODY: Swimmer and junior Sayjel Parikshak holds a side plank during her workout before getting into the pool. Parikshak swims the 100 meter breaststroke for the CHS women’s swim team.

[Photo] Swimmers Of CHS: Swimmers recall why they started swimming, why they still do it

Sarah Kim
February 22, 2019
Pushing forward: Yael Kiser and Mia Bruder, track athletes and sophomores, jog to warm up for their training. By running together, the two athletes motivated each other to keep running.

[Photo] Going the Extra Mile: Carmel runners prepare in various ways for Indy Mini Marathon this May

Sarah Kim
February 22, 2019
WATCH PARTY: Film lover and junior, Eshan Selvan, watches the trailer to Netflix’s “FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened,” during his lunchtime in the library. Selvan said the new documentary had been recommended to him by many of his peers, and that he plans to watch it soon.

Netflix vs Hulu: Review of Fyre Festival Documentaries

Sarah Kim and Maddie Kosc
February 15, 2019
Junior Ava Hutchison (left) visits the Academie Nationale de Musique with her IUHPFL exchange group in France over the summer of 2018. Hutchinson said her summer program allowed her to learn more about France.

Fighting a Language Battle: Students, staff discuss Carmel’s foreign language learning opportunities throughout high school compared to internationally

Tara Kandallu, Maddie Kosc, Robbie Ge, and Raphael Li
January 24, 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.

[Photo] 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
Co-sponsor of Lifelines Rebecca Overbey plans out when each activity will happen for pre-winter break week. Some potential activities are a trivia contest and a movie. Lifelines club has been working hard this year to get more students involved in the activities," Overbey said.

Lifelines club has activities planned for pre-winter break week

Avery Thorpe
December 10, 2018
Co-sponsor of Lifelines Rebecca Overbey writes down plans for the annual pre-winter break week. Overbey hopes the activities planned will help students learn the importance of being drug-free.

Lifelines Club brings new ideas to pre-winter break week

Avery Thorpe
November 19, 2018
SPEAKING OUT: Joe Hogsett, the current mayor for the city of Indianapolis, speaks at a community service. It was held during the Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation that took place on Oct. 29.

[Photo] Ending Hate : Students, community deem hate crimes ineffective, emphasize need for hate crime law

Angela Qian
November 16, 2018
Carmel Christkindlmarkt Sign

[Photo] A traditional pyramid structure and thirteen wines are new additions to this year’s Carmel Christkindlmarkt

Josie Cruzan
November 16, 2018
Mimicking Mona: Rylee Satkoski, AP studio art student and senior, spends Tuesday, Oct. 23 working on an abstract rendition of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. The AP studio art students, Satkoski included, have spent months working towards large projects to add to their personal portfolios.

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.

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

Wendy Zhu
October 25, 2018
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