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Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
The new Gen Z love
The new Gen Z love
Personality typing systems impact self-discovery, decision-making
Personality typing systems impact self-discovery, decision-making
Election results reveal shift in Carmel politics toward liberal candidates
Election results reveal shift in Carmel politics toward liberal candidates
Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
The Fathers of Innovation
Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe
Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe
Picking Up on Pain Relief Interactive JAM
Picking Up on Pain Relief Interactive JAM
Spec-tacular! Interactive JAM
Spec-tacular! Interactive JAM
Dolly Parton's "Imagination Library" is more important than the government realizes
Dolly Parton’s “Imagination Library” is more important than the government realizes
Celebrities deserve our grace too
Celebrities deserve our grace too
The e-learning day on SAT day should be replaced with an optional community service day
The e-learning day on SAT day should be replaced with an optional community service day
In increasingly political times, world leaders should emphasize fostering empathy, unity
In increasingly political times, world leaders should emphasize fostering empathy, unity
CHS should rethink new bell system during SSRT
CHS should rethink new bell system during SSRT
Seniors Thea Bendaly and Christopher Tichindelean participate in a round of Brain Game during SSRT. Luke Boyce, Brain Game chair and junior said, "Students learn a lot about teamwork from Brain Game because they have to have trust in their other teammates and trust that everyone has different strengths and weaknesses."
Annual ‘Brain Game’ competition fosters teamwork in a unique setting
Minute News: February 2025
Minute News: February 2025
Choir members audition for Select Sound call-backs on Feb. 25 during SSRT.
Show choirs to compete in the ongoing competition season
Superintendent Michael Beresford represents the mascot for Forest Dale Elementary School on Feb. 26, 2025. Beresford represents a different school with merch or signage at each school board meeting of the year.
Carmel Clay Schools recognizes CHS staff that saved Brad Holdcraft’s life
Key Club member Mason Zhang makes a flower at the Key Club meeting on Feb. 19. Zhang said he really enjoyed being a member of Key Club and said he’s gained valuable volunteer experience while in the organization.
Carmel Key Club celebrates upcoming spring season with flower creation activity
Students deferred from colleges find “changing your mindset” helpful
Students deferred from colleges find “changing your mindset” helpful
Senior Sara Perez Penaloza looks at the Colombian landscape as a child. “While the changes in immigration policy don’t directly affect my family, it still affects our opinion of the government,” Perez said. (Submitted Photo: Sara Perez)
Immigrant students, teacher reflect on struggles, future goals in the United States amid recent changes in immigration policy
Students worry TikTok ban shows signs of decomposing democracy
Students worry TikTok ban shows signs of decomposing democracy
Students in Mr. Conley’s biomedical science class learning about the process and terminology of autopsies. Principles of Biomedical Science focuses on hands-on learning activities, allowing students to explore different biological concepts.
Medical shadowing provides students opportunities to experience different healthcare careers
Junior Ismail Kheiri ends his prayer by asking Allah SWT to fulfill his wishes on Jan. 29. “Umrah is almost like a fresh start in Islam,” Kheiri said. “You get forgiveness for a lot of the sins that you’ve done, and you ask to be guided on the right path of Islam.”
Students strengthen faith through Umrah: the minor pilgrimage with major benefits
Shane Phillips, varsity Valorant player and senior, focuses on a Valorant match on Feb. 24. The team beat Hamilton Southeastern 13-1.
Photo Essay: Esports Valorant team competes on Feb. 24
[VIDEO] Concussions in sports
Opposing Column: Sports shows remain predictable, decrease sportsmanship
Opposing Column: Sports shows remain predictable, decrease sportsmanship
Opposing Column: TV shows centered on sports humanize athletes, showcase struggles
Opposing Column: TV shows centered on sports humanize athletes, showcase struggles
Senior Joely May Stupeck performs a solo during her dance competition. Stupeck said she practices five to seven times a week for competitive dance. (Submitted: Joely May Stupeck)
Athlete Spotlight: Joely May Stupeck on competitive dance
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
AI in films like "The Brutalist" is convenient, but shouldn’t take priority [opinion]
AI in films like “The Brutalist” is convenient, but shouldn’t take priority [opinion]
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Sophomore Monroe Melton perform in the dress rehearsal of Brainstorm. The show runs from Feb. 6 to 8 in the Studio Theater.
Q&A with actors, stage manager on studio theatre production “Brainstorm”
National Chinese Honors Society's Lunar New Year Celebration Photo Gallery
National Chinese Honors Society’s Lunar New Year Celebration Photo Gallery
Junior Jessica Flowers and freshman Amy Luo send off their letters using the Letters of Love drop-off box. The club members painted and decorated the box themselves, according to sophomore and club president Angela "Angie" Xiu. (Submitted photo: Angie Xiu)
Q&A with sophomore Angela “Angie” Xiu on Love for Our Elders Club
Q&A with Kaelin Broad, Miss Carmel Teen USA and junior, on competition for Miss Indiana Teen USA
Q&A with Kaelin Broad, Miss Carmel Teen USA and junior, on competition for Miss Indiana Teen USA
Q&A with junior Tege Holt on music journey
Q&A with junior Tege Holt on music journey
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
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: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
Humans of CHS: What is your New Year's resolution?
Humans of CHS: What is your New Year’s resolution?
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
Month in Review: January 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Semester In Review: Fall 2024
Semester In Review: Fall 2024
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Connections: March 12
Connections: March 12
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: March 7
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 12
Connections: March 12
Connections: February 13
Connections: February 13
Connections: February 3
Connections: February 3
Connections: January 22
Connections: January 22
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: February 24
Mini Crossword: February 24
Mini Crossword: February 3
Mini Crossword: February 3
Mini Crossword: January 28
Mini Crossword: January 28
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: February 28
Wordle: February 28
Wordle: February 18
Wordle: February 18
Wordle: February 12
Wordle: February 12
Wordle: February 11
Wordle: February 11
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: February 24
Word Search: February 24
Word Search: February 11
Word Search: February 11
Word Search: January 28
Word Search: January 28
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
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]
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?
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
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PLAY BY PLAY: Senior Joe Pendl and sophomore Daniel Seed, varsity lacrosse players, race for the ball during a speed drill. Meachum explained that strategy and speed were important for success.

Strategy is Key: With State quarterfinals approaching, lacrosse players, coaches explain importance of strategizing, reacting during game

Caleb Shaffer
May 23, 2019

Greyhounds prepare for matchup against Center Grove

Caleb Shaffer
May 21, 2019

Greyhounds boys lacrosse team still finding their way

Caleb Shaffer
April 23, 2019

The Key to Recovery: Student athletes, local wellness center stress importance of cryotherapy, post-recovery treatment

Caleb Shaffer
April 19, 2019
The Basketball Bond: Students should appreciate the bonding experience that March Madness creates

The Basketball Bond: Students should appreciate the bonding experience that March Madness creates

Caleb Shaffer
March 22, 2019
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[Photo] A Cut Above the Rest: Track teams, others add harder tryout standards to previously no-cut sports

Sarah Kim
March 22, 2019
Greyhounds forward and senior Reagan Hune celebrates with her team after a win. Hune is averaging 11.5 points per game. "All season we've been working up to this point and I think we're ready to make a big impact," Hune said.

Greyhounds girls basketball team prepares for sectional matchup against Noblesville Millers

Caleb Shaffer
January 29, 2019
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[Photo] Keepin’ it Cool: Athletes, coaches explain decline of bad sportsmanship, reasons behind it

Jess Canaley
January 24, 2019

Greyhounds girls basketball team prepares to face the Anderson Indians tonight

Caleb Shaffer
January 10, 2019
Carmel Greyhounds head coach Erin Trimpe smiles at her players on the bench during their game against Fort Wayne Carroll. Trimpe said she is really enjoying learning new things in her first season as head coach, and getting great effort from her players. "The players have really bought in, and I'm lucky to have the coaching staff that I have helping everyday. The girls play hard every single night regardless of who we're playing or what the score is," Trimpe said.

Greyhounds girls basketball team splits games over the weekend, prepares for Lawrence Central

Caleb Shaffer
December 20, 2018
BALLING HARD: Cole Brady, varsity basketball player and senior, goes for a lay up during practice. Brady said even though many of the skills gained through practice are automated in NBA 2K and reflect the team chemistry of professional teams, the game still gives the sense of playing basketball with friends.

Digital Competition: Players reveal how sports video games simplify many parts of sport

Caleb Shaffer
December 13, 2018
Erin Trimpe, women’s basketball head coach, encourages her team before their first game against the Homestead Spartans on Nov. 3. Trimpe said she always wants to see her team be aggressive.

[Photo] Women’s basketball team benefits from strong role model coach

Jess Canaley
December 13, 2018
Guard and sophomore Kiara Gill drives across the floor during the game against Homestead High School. This is Gill's first year starting on the varsity team. Gill said, "The transition from starting JV to playing varsity has been an interesting transition. I really need to able to play on a bigger floor and make sure my basketball IQ and decision making are always on point."

Greyhounds on the right track after 69-59 win over Heritage Christian

Caleb Shaffer
November 11, 2018
Game Changers: In light of Nike campaign with Colin Kaepernick, influence means nothing without having good intent

Game Changers: In light of Nike campaign with Colin Kaepernick, influence means nothing without having good intent

Caleb Shaffer
October 25, 2018
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[Photo] Despite controversial Nike ad, CHS sports uniforms stay with Nike brand

Sameen Siddiqui
October 25, 2018
Radio students explain process behind sports broadcasting

Radio students explain process behind sports broadcasting

Caleb Shaffer
September 21, 2018
Apc Work Ethic : CHS soccer player and senior Kate Donovan prepareas to power clean 65 pounds in APC. Donovan has been a varsity soccer player since she was a freshman. “APC helps me strengthen my arms and leg.” Donovan said.

[Photo] Students, teachers reflect on tremendous impact bodybuilding has on lifestyle, diet

Agrayan Gupta
September 21, 2018
CHS soccer player and senior Kate Donovan prepares to get ready for her soccer game against Lawrence North. Donovan is a team captain. Donovan said, "I think we're playing real well as a unit and constantly getting better," Donovan said.

CHS girls soccer team on a roll

Caleb Shaffer
September 9, 2018
Connor Weindorf, Unified Track member and junior, does a victory jump after completing an event at practice. According to Halle Throgmorton, Unified Track helper and junior, Unified Track provides a fun and competitive environment for participants.

Unifying a Family: CHS Unified Track members discuss connections, unity made through the club

Caleb Shaffer, Reporter
April 20, 2018
Column: The Pressure of High School Sports Recruiting

Column: The Pressure of High School Sports Recruiting

Caleb Shaffer
February 2, 2018
Custodian David Hays mops the wrestling mat. Hays said he sometime faces time constraints due to after-school activities. Agrayan Gupta | Photo

Custodians play an essential role in maintaining clean equipment for athletes

Caleb Shaffer
December 14, 2017
Cafeteria worker Edith Billingsley

Cafeteria Worker Edith Billingsley Discusses New Breakfast Cart

Caleb Shaffer
November 15, 2017
Jack Mueller, captain of the men's soccer team and senior, prepares to give a speech on Make Good Decisions Night. The tshirts helped raise money for charity.

Charitable Scores: Athletes discuss efforts to give back using sports

Caleb Shaffer
October 26, 2017

CHS Women’s Golf prepare for Miller Invitational

Caleb Shaffer, Staff Member
September 22, 2017
THROW DOWN: Junior Conrad Weindorf winds up to throw the ball. Weindorf is also involved in Unified Track, apart of Champions Together.

Players discuss Unified Bocce Ball and its growing interest among student body

Caleb Shaffer, Reporter
September 21, 2017

CHS Women’s Golf Preview: Sectional

Caleb Shaffer, Staff Member
September 18, 2017
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