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Da-Hyun Hong, Editor-in-Chief

Hi my name's Da-Hyun but you can call me Michelle! I've previously served as an Entertainment reporter, Beats Editor, and Entertainment Section Editor. This year, I am the Editor-In-Chief of the HiLite. Besides journalism, I like to spend my time playing the flute and piano, dancing, watching too much YouTube, and unnecessarily binging TV shows. Look to the right for all my past work :)

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Take a look at Japan’s response to COVID-19

[Photo] Senior Sarah Hao remains in Japan for foreign exchange program despite pandemic

May 21, 2020
The Class of 2012 stands for the national anthem during the graduation ceremony.

CHS to hold in-person graduation ceremony at Carmel Stadium on May 30

May 17, 2020
Senior Jaehee Kim starts embroidery business to pass time during quarantine

Senior Jaehee Kim starts embroidery business to pass time during quarantine

April 29, 2020
All Indiana K-12 schools to remain closed for the rest of the school year

All Indiana K-12 schools to remain closed for the rest of the school year

April 2, 2020
Editor in Chief Da-Hyun Hong (second from left) spends time with her friends before the COVID-19 situation.

COVID-19 is a nightmare and I can’t wake up

March 19, 2020

Carmel Clay Schools close in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

March 13, 2020

Q+A with cabinet member Ethan DeVries, on dance marathon goals for this year

March 2, 2020
Principal Tom Harmas discusses Culture of Care week activities with Speak of the house Deion Ziwawo. Culture of Care week with take place during next week.

Culture of Care week to direct school’s focus toward mental health and positivity

February 6, 2020
Principal Tom Harmas works at his desk. He said that Academic Transition Night is a great opportunity for eighth graders to learn more about the school.

Academic transition night to give current eighth graders a chance to get to know CHS better

January 13, 2020
Netflix original ‘Sex Education’ covers extensive range of sexual topics; important for teenagers to understand the complexities of intimate relationships

Netflix original ‘Sex Education’ covers extensive range of sexual topics; important for teenagers to understand the complexities of intimate relationships

December 12, 2019
Q&A with Principal Tom Harmas, named Indiana Principal of the Year

Q&A with Principal Tom Harmas, named Indiana Principal of the Year

December 3, 2019
Principal Tom Harmas discusses winter construction with speaker of the House Deion Ziwawo during a Superintendent's/Principal's Advisory Council meeting. Harmas said QR codes will be put up in ever SRT classroom next year so students can pull up directions to relocated offices.

Construction at Door 4 to take place during winter break

November 29, 2019
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[Photo] As “cuffing season” arrives, students debate how high school relationships affect social development

November 15, 2019
Principal Tom Harmas shows the Superintendent's/Principal's Advisory Council updates on the construction on the fieldhouse. Harmas said construction by Door 21 should wrap up by Nov. 1.

Construction by Door 21 to finish by early November

October 20, 2019
Principal Tom Harmas converses with students in the hallway during a passing period. He said he's excited to see all the homecoming changes in action and how the student body reacts to them.

New homecoming activities designed to fuel student interest, participation

September 24, 2019

[Video] Cutlery Decisions: Administration considers switching from plastic cutlery to metal at CHS

September 20, 2019
Grasping at Straws: Reusable straws trend may raise awareness but won’t make lasting impact in the greater scheme of environmental issues

Grasping at Straws: Reusable straws trend may raise awareness but won’t make lasting impact in the greater scheme of environmental issues

September 20, 2019
Student body president Maddie Heath socializes outside the freshman cafeteria with freshman during lunch. She said the extended SRT in the new late start schedule will be beneficial for all students.

Harmas explains new structure of PTO meetings this year; first one scheduled tomorrow at 9 a.m. in community room

September 2, 2019

Graphic Perspective: Uncommon Names

August 13, 2019
8.13 Cover Trying Alternatives

[Photo] In light of recent Fair Oaks incident, students, dietitian explain experience with, reasoning behind vegan lifestyles

August 13, 2019
Entertainment Briefs

Entertainment Briefs

May 23, 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.

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

May 23, 2019
RaeVen Ridgell, public policy intern for Planned Parenthood of Indiana, leads a protest at the Indiana Statehouse.

“This is not just a hashtag, this is real life:” pro-choice protest takes place at Indiana Statehouse

May 22, 2019
Kids against vaping: During a press conference in the media center on May 10, Warsaw Middle School student Cayman Blake, delivers a speech about the dangers of cigarettes. The conference introduced a piece of legislation from Sen. Todd Young.

[Photo] School district to implement new anti- vaping program in middle, high schools

May 23, 2019
The CHS spring art gallery is set up in the commons displaying a variety pieces by students. Both senior Jessica Qu and junior Minjeong Kim said they will be choosing artwork from the gallery to display in their curated art gallery located in the CAC’s Children's Gallery.

[Photo] A Surreal Reality: New student Carmel Arts Council curators to create an art gallery with CHS artwork

May 23, 2019
Indiana Sen. Todd Young speaks about Tobacco 21 Bill which will raise the state's smoking age to 21 during a press conference in the media center. He said passing this bill is a

Sen. Todd Young addresses national drug epidemic at press conference in media center

May 10, 2019

[Photo] Hartfelt Apology? : Reporters Ashwin Prasad and Lily McAndrews debate whether Kevin Hart should host Oscars after scandal over homophobic tweets

February 22, 2019
Mentor and junior Kiara Gill studies during SRT. She said she is still meeting with her students every gold day and looks forward to being a mentor her senior year as well.

K-8 Mentors for next year to be decided soon

February 2, 2019
Mentor and senior Cameron Clark talks to a friend during SRT. According to Robin Pletcher, K-8 Mentoring and AP Psychology teacher, most of the mentees are excited to reunite with their mentors after the long winter break.

Application for next year’s K-8 Mentors due late January

January 16, 2019
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[Photo] The Best Entertainment Events of the Year: Read the opinions of Entertainment Reporters Lily McAndrews and Ashwin Prasad

December 13, 2018

“Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” filled with nostalgia, but lacks clear narrative

December 6, 2018
Mentor and senior Cameron Clark studies during SRT. He met his mentees a few weeks ago and said he is looking forward to building strong relationships with them.

Cameron Clark, K-8 Mentor and senior, looks forward to creating relationships with mentees

November 25, 2018
Entertainment Briefs

Entertainment Briefs

November 16, 2018
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[Photo] Q&A with Expressenz Dancer Kylie Mendoza: The World of Dance Experience

November 16, 2018
Dancer and junior Abigail Emery puts on the heels she dances in for the Yuletide shows. She said she had to re-teach herself how to balance her weight so she doesn’t hurt herself.

[Photo] Dancing in the Spotlight: Local dance group Expressenz earns new performance opportunities after being on “World of Dance,” will perform in Yuletide celebration

November 16, 2018
Mentor and senior Caroline Crediford studies during SRT before going out to meet her mentees during third period. According to K-8 Mentoring teacher Robin Pletcher, the mentors met their kids for the first time last week.

K-8 mentors start building relationships with students at Carmel elementary and middle schools

November 3, 2018
Graphic Perspective: It's Overrated

Graphic Perspective: It’s Overrated

October 25, 2018
EDUCATION STATION: Interpersonal Relations (IPR) teacher Brenda Lester talks with junior Neharika Palivela about a project in the IPR class. Lester said that there have been no students opted out by their parents in any of Lester’s classes this year, and the new law has not affected her teaching, but has caused change to the timing of particular lessons.

[Photo] Let’s Talk About Sex. . . Education: With new sexual education laws in Indiana, CHS students, staff debate state of sex ed at our school

October 25, 2018
Fareeha Mouzan, K-8 Mentor and senior, works during SRT. The K-8 Mentors look forward to finally meeting their mentees after fall break.

K-8 Mentors look forward to mentoring younger students

October 12, 2018
Mentor and senior Cameron Clark studies in K-8 Mentoring teacher Robin Pletcher's SRT. The class is currently in the middle of their two-month training process which they must complete before becoming a mentor for the 11 elementary and middle schools in Carmel.

K-8 Mentors continue two-month training process

September 21, 2018
Entertainment Briefs

Entertainment Briefs

September 21, 2018
Senior Sophia Treasure draws a human face with colored pencils during AP Studio Art. She said she enjoys the relaxed guidelines of the class and freedom it has given her.

[Photo] Creativity takes courage: With International Arts Festival this weekend, student artists weigh whether to pursue art as career

September 21, 2018
Mentor and senior Fareeha Mouzan works on her homework in SRT. It is her first year as a K-8 Mentor, and she said she's excited to work with the students.

K-8 Mentoring class starts training portion of new year

September 2, 2018

Entertainment Briefs

May 18, 2018
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[Photo] My Spine Doesn’t Hold Me Back: CHS students discuss scoliosis, lack of awareness, impact on their daily lives

May 18, 2018
Breana Davis, K-8 mentor and senior, studies during SRT. According to Robin Pletcher, K-8 mentoring and AP Psychology teacher, the mentors have been chosen for next year and the curriculum will not change. tweet: K-8 mentors to continue meeting their assigned mentees until end of the year.

K-8 mentors to continue meeting with mentees until end of the school year

May 14, 2018
K-8 Mentoring sponsor Robin Pletcher is working at her desk during her SRT. She said the mentors will continue to leave the school on Gold Days to mentor their assigned students.

K-8 Mentors to continue meeting kids until end of school year

April 28, 2018
K-8 mentoring sponsor Robin Pletcher works during her SRT where all the K-8 mentors are as well. According to Pletcher, it is important that she conducts an interview with all the K-8 Mentoring applicants.

K-8 mentors continue to meet with mentees, next class determined

April 3, 2018
The Rumor Mill: CHS students, staff discuss danger of rumors spreading over social media

The Rumor Mill: CHS students, staff discuss danger of rumors spreading over social media

March 23, 2018
Robin Pletcher, AP Psychology and K-8 Mentoring teacher, speaks to applicants for the future class of mentors. She said,

K-8 mentor’s schedules rearranged to accommodate for mentee’s ISTEP testing

March 9, 2018
Zoe Koniaris (third from right), CHS Action Together Club co-president and sophomore, participates in the Jan. 21 Women’s March.

The Future Is Female

February 23, 2018
Entertainment Briefs

Entertainment Briefs

February 23, 2018
Mentor and Senior Emily Klotz works during SRT. According to Klotz. she is excited to continue building a relationship with her mentees, and she said she sees the opportunity as a way to learn more about how to work with children, a career she sees herself doing.

K-8 Mentors continue to meet with assigned mentees

February 17, 2018
Bringing Pride to Screens: With

Bringing Pride to Screens: With “Andi Mack” being first Disney show with prominent gay character, students, film teacher reflect on LGBTQ+ representation

January 26, 2018
The cast of “Peter and the Starcatcher” map out the scenes of the play at a blocking rehearsal. Actors casted in the play include five female actors who play male roles.

[Photo] Females of Peter and the StarCatcher: The February production features several females playing male roles, challenging the idea of a male-dominated theater

January 25, 2018
Emily Klotz, K-8 Mentor and senior, studies during K-8 Mentoring teacher Robin Pletcher's SRT. She said,

Mentor and senior Emily Klotz hopes to gain more experience in working with children

January 20, 2018
TWEET IT OUT: CHS students discuss the importance of public figures using social media platforms to bring awareness to social issues

TWEET IT OUT: CHS students discuss the importance of public figures using social media platforms to bring awareness to social issues

December 14, 2017
Sophomore Chendi Liu displays the red envelopes she receives money in during Chinese New Year. Liu said she used to travel to China to celebrate this holiday, but an increased workload at school prevented her from going this year.

[Photo] Homework for the Holidays: As winter break starts Dec. 23, students of minority religions reflect on holidays, the school calendar

December 14, 2017
Breana Davis, K-8 mentor and senior, studies during Robin Pletcher’s, AP Psychology and K-8 mentoring teacher, SRT. Davis said she is looking forward to developing a strong relationship with her mentorees.

K-8 mentors excited to become friends with their mentees

December 7, 2017
Makeup Your Confidence: Makeup can be used to build self-confidence and love

Makeup Your Confidence: Makeup can be used to build self-confidence and love

November 28, 2017
Breana Davis, K-8 mentor and senior, studies during SRT under the supervision of Robin Pletcher, AP Psychology and K-8 mentoring teacher. All mentors were assigned four students from Carmel elementary schools and are now driving out to their mentees during third block of Gold Days. Davis said,

K-8 mentors continue to mentor at Carmel schools

November 20, 2017
Skinny Runway: Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show misrepresents women, shows lack of diversity

Skinny Runway: Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show misrepresents women, shows lack of diversity

November 17, 2017
Sophomore Nathan Willman does household chores with Alexa by his side. Willman said he believes the new technology provides a new frontier of technology.

[Photo] The Singularity: With technology becoming increasingly prevalent in the 21st century, CHS students and staff evaluate its effects on one’s privacy and security

October 27, 2017
Freshman Emily Chrzanowski, second from the right, rehearses a number from the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre’s production of “Annie” as an orphan. As a freshman, Chrzanowski has to manage her first year of high school with hours of rehearsal each week.

It’s A Hard Knock Life: Freshmen cast in “Annie” discuss struggles of managing school work, rehearsals

October 26, 2017
K-8 mentoring teacher Robin Pletcher(Left) and mentor and senior Breana Davis(Right) have a discussion during SRT.

K-8 mentors to start meeting with their young students

October 24, 2017
During SRT, mentor and junior Garrett Jones reviews notes from K-8 mentoring class. In past years, the mentors drove out to the Carmel elementary and middle schools during third block on Gold Days. Jones said he is looking forward to his first year in the program.

K-8 mentor Garrett Jones looks forward to meeting with the children

October 2, 2017
A Trip Down Main Street: CHS students explain the benefits of attending events in the heart of Carmel

A Trip Down Main Street: CHS students explain the benefits of attending events in the heart of Carmel

September 21, 2017
Teacher Robin Pletcher trains K-8 mentors during G3 block about communication and listening skills. In the past, Pletcher paired up each mentor with four children from Carmel's elementary and middle schools.

K-8 Mentors start two month training process

September 13, 2017
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