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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
The Wicked
The Wicked
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
Superficial holiday volunteering leads to long-term detrimental effects
Superficial holiday volunteering leads to long-term detrimental effects
School budget should focus on problems within the school
School budget should focus on problems within the school
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
Allegro members pose during their closing act during the fall concert on Sept. 26. Choir director Katherine Kouns said, “I’m always so proud of the performances that our choir students are able to put on. These kids have accomplished so much.”
Carmel Choirs to perform at their annual Holiday Spectacular performance
Senior Simran Parikshak explores a new book in the high school library. “I was in the high school library during lunch because I wanted to find a book to read at the volunteer opportunity,” she said.
CCPL to host Word on the Shelf on Dec. 4
Ava Liao, Science Olympiad officer and junior, says that after school meetings are often busy. Liao says there are always a lot of things happening at once.
Science Olympiad members prepare for Raymond Park and Whiting Invitational
CCS Young Artist Award Winners receive their certificates at the Nov. 11 school board meeting. Recipients were selected for the creativity and details displayed in their artwork.
CCS school board honors Young Artist Award winners
Zachary Soucy, sophomore and Academy member of the Esports team, poses for a photo. He stated that he is currently preparing for the spring tryouts to make the junior varsity Esports team.
Spring Tryouts Open Up for Esports Team
David Fronek, a finance and investment teacher, teaches the class different investment strategies on Nov. 7, at Carmel High School. “The internet provides access to significantly more information and knowledge about how to invest and what investments are available,” Fronek said.
Students, teacher evaluate the rise of youth participation in the stock market, positive effects
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
Senior Grace Kim plays tennis with a brace after recovering from her ACL tear. Kim said she's played more cautiously since she sustained her injury. (Submitted photo: Grace Kim)
Athletes, coach reflect on impact of injuries on athletics
Nov 13. Assistant coach Andy Markowitz runs through drills with the team, helping them understand the concept and importance of the drill and how it correlates to playing on the field.
Students, coaches analyze benefits and drawbacks of transitions between coaches
Athletes, counselor, contemplate benefits of having family in sports
Athletes, counselor, contemplate benefits of having family in sports
The impact of height on team, non-team sports, rejects height-related stigmas
The impact of height on team, non-team sports, rejects height-related stigmas
Carmel plays against Zionsville on Nov. 14. Carmel lost 49-38.
Basketball preseason training builds teamwork, sharpens skills
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Singer Louis Tomlinson performs at Everwise Amphitheater at Jun. 7
Students, economics teachers discuss rise in concert attendance despite dramatic increase in ticket prices
"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.
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
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
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: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
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
Month In Review: November 2024
Month In Review: November 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 26
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
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Word Search: November 15
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Connections: November 19
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Connections: October 30
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Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
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Connections: October 3
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: August 12
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Crossword: April 24
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Mini Crossword: November 19
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
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Introducing: "The Muses Who Stole Christmas," a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Introducing: “The Muses Who Stole Christmas,” a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Review: "Meet Me Next Christmas" is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: “Meet Me Next Christmas” is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: "Gilmore Girls", the perfect fall show [MUSE]
Review: “Gilmore Girls”, the perfect fall show [MUSE]
Review: Season four of "Outer Banks" was a waste of my time and here’s why [MUSE]
Review: Season four of “Outer Banks” was a waste of my time and here’s why [MUSE]
Review: A devilishly brilliant stage adaption of "The Screwtape Letters" [MUSE]
Review: A devilishly brilliant stage adaption of “The Screwtape Letters” [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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Sophomores Lynn Perrin and Izzy Holtz partake in a discussion about issues that trans students face at school and in life in general during the GSA meeting on Wednesday, April 19.

[Photo] Students, assistant principal respond to new anti-LGBTQ legislation

Lorna Ding
April 28, 2023
Senior Avery Guo works on a digital art project on her laptop. Guo said she uses a keyboard cover so that she can draw with her e-pencil without having to touch the screen.

[Photo] Creativity accelerated by COVID-19, students reflect on pandemic three years ago

Evelyn Foster
March 31, 2023
Senior Shannon Larkey reads the famous novel To Kill a Mockingbird, written by Harper Lee on Feb. 18 at the CCPL. This novel is in the curriculum for both Honors English 8 and English 9, but has faced issues in other districts because of the language used in the text.

[Photo] Students, media specialist debate banning books in schools

Lorna Ding
February 28, 2023
Junior Sanay Bahl works on homework in the catwalk before school on Tuesday, February 7. He said he can focus better when exposed to natural light.

[Photo] Natural light improves students’ productivity, mood

Safin Khatri
February 12, 2023
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[Photo] Teacher, oncology social workers share stories, struggles with cancer at young age

Lorna Ding and Pahal Sehgal
February 4, 2023
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[Photo] Student, parent, oncology social worker encourage those who are genetically prone to some cancers to take additional precautionary measures

Lorna Ding and Pahal Sehgal
February 3, 2023
Sophomores Evelina Rubchinsky and Kelly Fulk work on their debate cases for the upcoming state debate competition. The competition will be held at Marion University on Feb. 1.

[Photo] 2022-23 Photo of the Day

September 2, 2022
A menorah lighting ceremony at Max & Mae Simon Jewish Community Campus. Each night, another candle is lit up until the eighth day.

[Photo] Rabbi, students discuss religious significance, traditions of Hanukkah

Royce Brown
December 24, 2022
In light of ACE Week, students should prioritize health over academic pressure

In light of ACE Week, students should prioritize health over academic pressure

Devyn Sapper and Pahal Sehgal
December 13, 2022
Junior Pari Batra visits the library to read some newspapers. She said news from social media have a high probability of being false.

[Photo] Students weigh pros and cons of news from social media

Ayaan Nadeem
November 7, 2022
Sophomore Juhee Tyagi scrolls through Instagram during her Algebra II class on Oct. 5, 2022. Tyagi said it's important to balance social media usage.

[Photo] Students discuss everyday habits, minor social media addiction

Ayaan Nadeem
October 22, 2022
Junior Sehej Aurora talks to freshman, Naina Jakhar about the transition to high school. “GKOM program does a really good job of welcoming freshmen and ensuring that they’re comfortable in the new high school environment,” she said.

[Photo] Freshman, GKOM discuss transition from middle school to high school

Pahal Sehgal
September 13, 2022
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