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Students, faith leaders respond to growing religious prejudice in Indiana
Students, faith leaders respond to growing religious prejudice in Indiana
Teen caregivers: balancing homework and home care
Teen caregivers: balancing homework and home care
The male loneliness epidemic: a taboo topic brought to light
The male loneliness epidemic: a taboo topic brought to light
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
Latin Music Awards
Latin Music Awards
Inktober
Inktober
Toy Story
Toy Story
Game On! Interactive JAM
Game On! Interactive JAM
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Government shutdown highlights normalization of dysfunction in American politics
Government shutdown highlights normalization of dysfunction in American politics
Special flavors signal the season
Special flavors signal the season
Opposing Column: All costumes are welcome
Opposing Column: All costumes are welcome
Opposing Column: Frightening costumes make Halloween more interesting
Opposing Column: Frightening costumes make Halloween more interesting
Staff Editorial: This school should consider a time gap between construction projects
Staff Editorial: This school should consider a time gap between construction projects
Science Bowl members prepare for the national competition in April. Qian said, "At practices, we read packets and utilize an array of strategies to maximize the speed and accuracy of each buzz. Outside of team practices, we study by ourselves for our respective subjects.”
Science Bowl to finalize B and C-Teams by December
Club members at Artist’s Association are introduced to the “Inktober” activity on Oct. 14. The club members improved their inking skills at the club meeting. “Doing the gallery walk at the end of the meeting was fun because we got to see what everyone drew,” Li said.
Artist’s Association to host blind drawing activity on Nov. 11
Best Buddies members pose for a photo at the costume party on Oct. 27. “Best Buddies is such a welcoming club and everyone can and should join,” Lammers said. “Come to any events you’re able to and there will be food, activities and friendship.”
Best Buddies nears annual Friendsgiving
A group of students collaborating at the CCPL. Ankur Kapileshwar, Teen Library Council (TLC) member and senior, said students often come to the library in groups.
CCPL to host Inkling on Nov. 6
Club officers Atticus Rodgers (left) and Sean Molloy (right) at the Ethics Bowl meeting on Oct. 15. They practiced mock debates and discussed complex ethical questions at the meeting.
Club Spotlight: Ethics Bowl
Recent political assassinations spur conservative activism
Recent political assassinations spur conservative activism
Junior Fatoumata Balde reads during SSRT on Oct. 27. Balde said, "Reading is important because it strengthens comprehension and writing skills."
English teacher, students identify consequences of widespread literacy crisis
Senior Mallory Wingenroth pets one of the cats at the Humane Society for Hamilton County on Oct. 19. “I get volunteer hours, but more importantly, I think it just boosts my serotonin and I love working with animals,” Wingenroth said.
Student volunteers, employer, discuss meaningful impacts made at local shelter through volunteering
Senior Drew Kim concentrates on filling out a college application on his computer on Oct. 14. Kim said he often feels pressure to commit to a major even though he is still unsure about his future plans.
Seniors face pressure choosing college majors
Social Studies teacher Daniel Brunette lectures his Personal Finance Responsibility class on Oct. 15. They started a new project for their unit. Brunette said the class is meant to help students be prepared when it comes to their own finances in the future.
Students, teacher evaluate the effects of new personal finance class requirements on financial literacy
Senior Vishal Shankar hits a forehand at the men's tennis State championship on Oct. 18. Shankar went on to win his match 6-4 in two sets. This helped Carmel claim their victory over Homestead 3-2 and bring home the state title.
Athlete Spotlight: Vishal Shankar on winning the men’s tennis State championship
Training smarter: How technology is shaping the future of sports?
Training smarter: How technology is shaping the future of sports?
Sadie Foley passes the baton to a teammate during the 3200 meter relay at the IHSAA annual girls state track and field finals in Indianapolis, held on June 7, 2025. [Submitted: Sadie Foley]
Athlete Spotlight: Sadie Foley on Cross Country
Swimmers competed at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup from October 10 to 12 at the CHS Natatorium Complex. This event was the first leg out of three in the international champianship. (submitted: Becky Meek)
Carmel to host part of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup
Junior Reese Roudebush swings her golf club during State at Prairie View Golf Club on Oct. 17, aiming to help secure a strong team finish. The team ultimately placed fourth overall in the championship tournament.(submitted: Reese Roudebush)
Q&A: Girls golf team members Karis Reid and Mallorie Monico on fourth place finish at State finals
Senior Taylor Thomas practices her dance routine during a dress rehearsal on Nov. 4. Thomas performed her routine during Carmel High School’s dance recital, “Between the Lines,” on Nov. 5.
Between the Lines Photo Gallery
Sophomore Maisan Hasan as Dracula stabs sophomore Tomiwa Adewoye as Thomas Seward onstage in “Dracula.” The dress rehearsal took place on Oct. 29 in the studio theater.
Q&A with director, actor, assistant stage manager on “Dracula”
The cost of the spotlight is far too high [opinion]
The cost of the spotlight is far too high [opinion]
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show announcement sparks conversation about representation, American identity
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show announcement sparks conversation about representation, American identity
When stunts go too far: spectacle vs. safety [opinion]
When stunts go too far: spectacle vs. safety [opinion]
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with senior Kevin Tran on movement4movement
Q&A with senior Kevin Tran on movement4movement
Humans of CHS: Would you survive in a horror movie?
Humans of CHS: Would you survive in a horror movie?
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
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Humans of CHS: Should Columbus Day be a national holiday?
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
Q&A with junior Marcus Primason on winning the Randy Siddon Best Photo Story Award
Q&A with junior Marcus Primason on winning the Randy Siddon Best Photo Story Award
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
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Humans of CHS: Should Columbus Day be a national holiday?
Homecoming Special
Homecoming Special
Humans of CHS: Are you Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? (The Summer I Turned Pretty)
Humans of CHS: Are you Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? (The Summer I Turned Pretty)
Humans of CHS: Football Themes (Cute or Cringey?)
Humans of CHS: Football Themes (Cute or Cringey?)
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
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LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2025
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Senior Taylor Thomas practices her dance routine during a dress rehearsal on Nov. 4. Thomas performed her routine during Carmel High School’s dance recital, “Between the Lines,” on Nov. 5.
Between the Lines Photo Gallery
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]
Senior Taylor Thomas practices her dance routine during a dress rehearsal on Nov. 4. Thomas performed her routine during Carmel High School’s dance recital, “Between the Lines,” on Nov. 5.
Between the Lines Photo Gallery
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: "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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Ella Guo

Ella Guo, Fundamentals Managing Editor

Hi! I’m Ella and this will be my third and final year on HiLite. I’ve reported, taken pictures, and created graphics for HiLite, and I’ve been an Entertainment reporter, as well as a JAM editor. This year, I am a foundations management for the graphics, and I’m so excited to see our graphic artists create cool pieces for our newspaper. Check out some of my works below!

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Students attend Math Club meetings weekly. The club brought together students from all grades that are interested in mathematics and practiced their knowledge with various worksheets and discussions. Snacks were provided at the meetings.

Math Club to participate in annual Rose-Hulman math competition, attends guest speaker

Ella Guo
October 31, 2025
speak ups construction

[Photo] Staff Editorial: This school should consider a time gap between construction projects

HiLite Staff
October 27, 2025
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[Photo] Recent political assassinations spur conservative activism

Mahitha Konjeti
November 9, 2025
Inktober

Inktober

Beatrice Houck, Catherine Guo, Ella Guo, Lucy Han, Isabella Spierdowis, Keira Kress, Marianne Guo, and Katelyn Chen
October 20, 2025
Students in Math Club attended the guest speaker event on Sept. 24 in Room A314. During this guest lecture, Dr. Jyoti Sarkar spoke about statistical reliability theories in mathematics and economics. Allison Shen, club president and senior, said that Math Club will host more guest lecturers in the future.

Math Club to start Arete Math Labs competition, students prepare in advance by attending guest speaker lecture

Ella Guo
October 2, 2025
dance attire feature

[Photo] Performing traditional dance strengthens students’ ties to culture

Anoushka Jena
September 25, 2025
Math Club members overflow Room A331 after school for the first Math Club meeting of the year. Allison Shen, Math Club president and senior, said that she is excited to start the year with new members, and that she looks forward to new team challenges and competitions.

Math Club hosts first meeting of the year

Ella Guo
September 11, 2025
energydrink indepth

[Photo] Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students

Ryan Sharp
April 18, 2025
The Fathers of Innovation

The Fathers of Innovation

Devyn Hansen, Ananya Addepalle, Safiya Ilmudeen, Caitlin Follman, Ella Guo, and Ella Lu
February 21, 2025
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[Photo] The new Gen Z love

Anthony Pho and Jasmine Y. Zhang
February 13, 2025
Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe

Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe

Kodai Fujita and Ella Guo
February 8, 2025
Math Club members take snacks before practicing math questions or taking tests. Club president and junior Allison Shen brings snacks weekly.

Math Club to continue in Math League Competitions

Ella Guo
January 28, 2025
Copy of Untitled Design

[Photo] Personality typing systems impact self-discovery, decision-making

Megan Xia
January 24, 2025
Squid Game

Squid Game

Ananya Addepalle, Katelyn Chen, Yeonwoo Cho, Abigail Lee, Ella Lu, and Ella Guo
December 25, 2024
The Way the Cookie Crumbles

The Way the Cookie Crumbles

Marianne Guo, Ella Guo, Anoushka Jena, Keira Kress, and Megan Xia
December 5, 2024
Sophomore Draco Qiao prepares for the online Arete Math Labs competition. Like other students in Math Club, Qiao had practiced for this competition after school with his peers.

Math Club wins Rose-Hulman Math Competition for 13th consecutive title

Ella Guo
December 3, 2024
holidaygraphic

[Photo] As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays

Mady Kiser
November 18, 2024
Math Club sponsor Peter Beck works with students during SRT on math problems. Outside of Math Club hours, Beck discusses math problems with students.

Math Club to compete in annual Rose-Hulman Math Competition

Ella Guo
November 8, 2024
50 years of SNL

50 years of SNL

Caitlin Follman, Roman Gralak, Ella Guo, Marianne Guo, Keira Kress, and Nora Mariano
October 22, 2024

Math Club to compete in the Arete Labs and other competitions

Ella Guo
October 16, 2024
Graphic Perspective: Social media's "expert" dating advice is melodramatic

Graphic Perspective: Social media’s “expert” dating advice is melodramatic

Ella Guo
October 12, 2024
pet pawz cafe cat breeds

[Photo] New cat cafe in Carmel emphasizes healthy environment for cat adoption

Wynne BruBaker
October 3, 2024
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month

Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month

Kodai Fujita, Ella Lu, Emily Feng, Leying Yang, Marianne Guo, and Ella Guo
September 26, 2024
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[Photo] Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college

Sophia Zhang
September 25, 2024
Sophomore Edward Chen solves problems for the USAMTS competition. “I have not competed in this competition in the past because I took the AMC instead. These are some pretty good proof problems,” he said. Chen worked with friends to solve math problems.

Math Club to compete in the USAMTS and other competitions

Ella Guo
September 18, 2024
Math Club sponsor Peter Beck works at his desk grading test papers. Beck said that overall, Math Club would not see any particularly big changes despite new leadership and sponsorship.

Math Club to have first official meeting of the year

Ella Guo
September 4, 2024
CHS students studying at the Carmel Clay Public Library (CCPL) on May 13. Jamie Beckman, CCPL Teen Services Department Manager, said, "Many patrons have told us that they are glad to see students studying and using the library."

[Photo] CHS Assessments and Cultivating Experiences (A.C.E.) schedule’s impact on library

Salima Sher
May 20, 2024
As World Day for Cultural Diversity occurs on May 21, students share how they connect to their culture through ethnic foods

As World Day for Cultural Diversity occurs on May 21, students share how they connect to their culture through ethnic foods

Ella Guo
May 15, 2024
Sophomore Jasmine Choi picks food to buy in the Main Cafeteria. Choi bought lunch regularly throughout the year.

In light of World Day for Cultural Diversity on May 21, students share that their experiences with international palettes at CHS

Ella Guo
May 15, 2024
culinary creations

[Photo] Q&A with Chaya Reich about Cheftacular

Ayaan Nadeem
May 6, 2024
Ani-Mania!

Ani-Mania!

Megan Xia, Leying Yang, and Ella Guo
April 17, 2024

Math Club sponsor to retire from club activities next year

Ella Guo
April 15, 2024
k9 dog thing!

[Photo] Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers

Safin Khatri
March 20, 2024
Shamrock Season

Shamrock Season

Leying Yang, Caroline Just, and Ella Guo
March 17, 2024
Indiana Flower and Patio Show worker picks seeds out for customer on March 9. Nina Price, sponsor of Gardening Together club, said, “This is the perfect time of year to start gardening because you can start seeds indoors and then in just a few weeks, you can start gardening (and start) planting those plants outside.”

[Photo] 2024 Indiana Flower, Patio Show to close soon, highlights the importance of gardening

Jasmine Y. Zhang
March 14, 2024
water betootle overconsumption

[Photo] The thirst trap of water bottle consumption, losing “green” purpose

Isaac Hsu
March 14, 2024
Screenshot 2024-03-09 5.45.40 PM

[Photo] Despite “Barbie” Oscar snubs, Gosling deserves his nomination, exemplifies humility in Hollywood [opinion]

Ivy Zhen
March 9, 2024

Math Club to continue competing in the Indiana Math League competition

Ella Guo
February 28, 2024
Review in Print: "Our Times" is a heart-warming, must-watch, teenage romance film [MUSE]

Review in Print: “Our Times” is a heart-warming, must-watch, teenage romance film [MUSE]

Ella Guo
February 16, 2024

Math Club to continue competing in the Indiana Math League competition

Ella Guo
February 2, 2024
Glory and Gold

Glory and Gold

Caitlin Follman, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, Helena Wang, and Leying Yang
January 24, 2024

HiLite staffers Ella Guo and Safiya Ilmudeen take a food tour of Carmel Christkindlmarkt

Ella Guo and Safiya Ilmudeen
December 17, 2023
Junior Grace Nie skates on the ice at Carmel Ice Skadium on Dec. 8. Nie started skating at 7 years old. Nie will perform her program at Carmel Christkindlmarkt on Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m.

Q&A with sophomore Rachel Zhou and junior Grace Nie about ice skating, competing

Ella Guo
December 16, 2023
spotify wsrapped graphic

[Photo] Q&A with students over Spotify Wrapped

Ayaan Nadeem and Jasmine Zhang
December 15, 2023
Brayden Trefethen speaks on his experience singing in the hallways

Brayden Trefethen speaks on his experience singing in the hallways

Ella Guo
November 20, 2023

Math Club to Compete in Arete Labs and Rose Hulman Math Competition

Ella Guo
November 2, 2023
Opposing column: Halloween is better than Thanksgiving

Opposing column: Halloween is better than Thanksgiving

Ella Guo
October 31, 2023
Month In Review: August/September 2023

Month In Review: August/September 2023

Ethan Blastick, Caitlin Follman, Anuj Gupta, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, and Zoe Tu
October 1, 2023
Place Your Bets

Place Your Bets

Kent Fujita, Roman Gralak, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Asini Jayarapu, Mahitha Konjeti, Abigail Lee, Jane Martens, Ayaan Nadeem, Leying Yang, and Jasmine Zhang
September 22, 2023
Student Q&A on Lizzo Controversy

Student Q&A on Lizzo Controversy

Ella Guo
September 14, 2023

Math Club begins to prepare for upcoming competitions

Ella Guo
September 14, 2023
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