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Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Asini Jayarapu and Emma Hu
Culture influences continue to modernize ballet
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
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Wicked
The Wicked
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Club sponsor Matthew Cinkoske works at his desk. Cinkoske said the Quiz Bowl members have grown in their strengths. “Everyone works hard, they’re in high-level classes, and they want to do their best,” Cinkoske said.
Quiz Bowl prepares for second semester, reflects on end of semester
Sophomores Shambavi Muralidaren and Alex Mi practice their presentations about Endocrinology during their G4 human body systems class on Dec. 10, 2024 in Alyssa Ament's room. They successfully completed their practice and continued to review for the assessment. “We’ve been in the rigorous process of preparing our final slides presentation, I think we’ll do good,” Mi said.
Students, assistant principal wait for feedback on new ACE schedule, anticipate challenges, benefits
Claire Barbour, the Sugar Plum fairy at the CIDE performance, poses for professional ballet photos. This is Barbour’s second time performing the nutcracker, a very important role in the performance this year. Barbour said, "I hope to show them that if you have a dream or a dream role, like the Sugar Plum was to me, to never stop chasing it and to never give up.” (Submitted Photo: Claire Barbour)
Central Indiana Dance Ensemble performs annual Nutcracker production
Superintendent Michael Beresford informs the board that renaming the court has been in the works since 2020. Beresford said the global pandemic threw a wrench in these plans, but they are finally back on track.
CHS to rename basketball court
Senior Kaden Rush practices a piece on the violin during the Cultural Exchange Project’s performance rehearsal at CHS on Dec. 9, 2024. As the president of CEP, Rush handled scheduling meetings throughout the year.
Club Spotlight: Cultural Exchange Project
Sophomore Atharva Sahu poses with his younger brother and paternal grandparents in his grandparent’s rural village of Kathonda, India on Dec. 10, 2019. Sahu visited his grandparents’ old house, which they had left over 40 years ago. Sahu said, “You are able to get a sense of how other people in different situations and environments live.” (Submitted Photo: Atharva Sahu)
Communication plays an important role in distant family connections
Sophomore Ellen Rozmaryn volunteers at a small museum in Christkindlmarkt. Rozmaryn said this experience strengthened her connections to the community.
Christkindlmarkt volunteers build personal cultural awareness
Senior Feryal Haider uses ChatGPT to solve math problems on a whiteboard on Dec. 3. Haider said effective AI use has helped her perform better in school.
Teacher, students weigh benefits, drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in education
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.
Hindu students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Photoessay : Women's Basketball Game Dec. 10
Photoessay : Women’s Basketball Game Dec. 10
Senior Ethan Zhang gets ready as he prepares for his state swim meet. In this meet CHS became the 2024 state champions. (Submitted photo: Ethan Zhang)
Athlete Spotlight: Ethan Zhang on committing to Columbia University
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
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
Isaiah Henderson, Ambassador's member and senior, performs his solo for the song "The Greatest Snow" alongside Greyhound Sound members on Dec. 3 in the Dale E. Graham Auditorium for the final rehearsal of Holiday Spectacular. Holiday Spectacular was split into two different acts with an intermission in between.
Holiday Spectacular Q&A with students
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
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 on Jun. 7. The English singer-songwriter was touring on the Faith in the Future World Tour.
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]
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
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
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
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
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
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 26
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 23
Mini Crossword: October 23
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: October 31
Word Search: October 31
Word Search: October 23
Word Search: October 23
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: The premise of "Culinary Class Wars" is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Review: The premise of “Culinary Class Wars” is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
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 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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Emily Sandy

Emily Sandy, Managing Editor (Print)

Hey goofy goobers! My name is Emily Sandy and this is my third and final (hopefully) year on HiLite staff. This year, I am a print management member! I am so excited to see how this year goes and all of the things we will accomplish this year! When I am not tirelessly working on the HiLite paper, you can catch me at one of my 3 jobs, performing in Accents, or working on homework. If, once in a blue moon I have some down time, I’ll probably be on a walk, iced caramel macchiato in hand! Or taking a nap. Or chilling with the homies. Check out my work to my right, next to my cute little face!

All content by Emily Sandy

SRO Shane VanNatter prepares for upcoming police cadet meeting

Emily Sandy
March 28, 2022
In light of Disability Awareness Month, everyone should work to include people with disabilities

In light of Disability Awareness Month, everyone should work to include people with disabilities

Emily Sandy
March 25, 2022
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[Photo] Muslim students observe Ramadan next month, discrimination still an issue both in CHS, Carmel community

Royce Brown and Zainab Idrees
March 25, 2022
In light of “Spider-Man: No Way Home’s” release, take a look at history of Spider-Man

In light of “Spider-Man: No Way Home’s” release, take a look at history of Spider-Man

Emily Sandy and Riley Laferriere
December 7, 2021
What the Future Holds

[Photo] With upcoming “Dune” release, see how science fiction (sci-fi) captures CHS students’ imaginations

October 19, 2021
skeletons in the closet

[Photo] With Halloween approaching, film students reexamine gender roles in horror, psychological thriller movies

Jillian Moore and Arya Pinnamaneni
October 19, 2021
Q&A with library specialist John Love on his passion for collecting LEGO sets

Q&A with library specialist John Love on his passion for collecting LEGO sets

Emily Sandy and Riley TerBush
September 23, 2021
Sky Simpson, father Steve Simpson on running SkyBoxes [Biz Buzz]

Sky Simpson, father Steve Simpson on running SkyBoxes [Biz Buzz]

Emily Sandy and Chloe Sun
May 15, 2021
KILL ‘EM WITH KINDNESS: (Left to right) Freshmen Jamie Elliott, Ava Carter and Chloe Del Carlo smile as they look through the @carmel_complimentss Instagram page together. The account has shared upwards of 70 compliments daily.

Q&A with freshmen Chloe Del Carlo, Ava Josephine Carter, Jamie Elliott, revealed creators of @carmel_complimentss Instagram page

Emily Sandy
April 18, 2021
Owen Woodward, sophomore

Owen Woodward, sophomore

Emily Sandy, Student Section Editor
April 14, 2021
Chloe Wareham, senior

Chloe Wareham, senior

Emily Sandy, Student Section Editor
April 14, 2021
Zoey Hornback, freshman

Zoey Hornback, freshman

Emily Sandy, Student Section Editor
April 14, 2021
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[Photo] In light of National Girl Scout Day, students, leaders share benefits, impact of Girl/Boy Scouts

Daniel Tian, Student Section Reporter
March 12, 2021
Junior Adi Ariyur works on his CHS Club Access app. He said a challenge he faced while coding the app was using a Django framework, because he had to implement multiple user types and handle administration, sponsor, and member logins.

Q&A with 2020 Congressional App Challenge winner, junior Adi Ariyur

Emily Sandy
March 16, 2021
Graphic Perspective: Quarantine Blues

Graphic Perspective: Quarantine Blues

Emily Sandy
March 14, 2021
HELPING HANDS: Special Education instructor Andie Olson aides senior Megan Hennesey in her math class on March 3. Hennesey worked on developing division skills and giving counting exact change with Mrs. Olson.

[Photo] 2020-21 Photo of the Day

September 14, 2020
Q&A with junior Kendall Frobig on "Girl Talk" weekly podcast

Q&A with junior Kendall Frobig on “Girl Talk” weekly podcast

Emily Sandy
February 20, 2021
chinesefood

[Photo] Due to COVID-19, students, staff adapt to their change in Chinese New Year celebrations, traditions

Karolena Zhou, Reporter
February 12, 2021
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[Photo] Nurses, economists, student workers, activists, family members review 2020, pandemic effects

Cady Armstrong and Christian Ledbetter
December 17, 2020
Anna Pescio, senior

Anna Pescio, senior

Emily Sandy, Student Section Editor
December 7, 2020
Jacob Young, senior

Jacob Young, senior

Emily Sandy, Student Section Editor
December 7, 2020
Sarah Warf, junior

Sarah Warf, junior

Emily Sandy, Student Section Editor
December 7, 2020
Q&A with Noah Tan on creating a regional virtual science competition

Q&A with Noah Tan on creating a regional virtual science competition

Emily Sandy
November 27, 2020
Take a look at some simple DIY costume ideas

Take a look at some simple DIY costume ideas

Elise Varhan and Emily Sandy
October 19, 2020
Q&A with Madison DelValle on interest in glam, hair metal

Q&A with Madison DelValle on interest in glam, hair metal

Emily Sandy
September 25, 2020
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[Photo] Students, staff find new ways of dealing with excessive use of technology

Tsion Daniel
September 21, 2020
Humans of CHS

Humans of CHS

Emily Sandy and Marissa Ryan
May 21, 2020
SISTER SELFIE: Emily Sandy (LEFT), staff member and sophomore, and senior Claire Sandy (RIGHT) pose for a selfie. Emily said they love to look at filters on Snapchat and watch cat videos together.

It’s past time to retire word ‘retard,’ embrace those with differences

Emily Sandy
March 20, 2020
COMPOST QUEEN: Maanya Rajesh, co-leader of Green Action Club and sophomore, carries buckets of compost materials to add to her compost pile. Rajesh said she created Green Action club because she really cares about the environment and wants to bring awareness to saving the planet at CHS.

[Photo] Earth Day Every Day: In honor of Earth day, students, staff practice living sustainably, discuss importance of environmental movement

Marissa Ryan and Kris Otten
March 20, 2020
Junior Isabel Jensen and her grandfather watch a music video together for a TikTok. Jensen said she thinks her videos went viral because they involve interacting with other people, which is a heartwarming experience.

Junior Isabel Jensen’s TikTok was featured in TikTok ad

Emily Sandy
February 21, 2020
Sophomore Anne Conway

From the Dust: Why is Ash Wednesday important to you?

Emily Sandy
February 21, 2020
WORK HARD, SING HARD: Emme Walschlager, Allegro member and senior, sings during her choir class. Walschlager said competing allowed the choir to work harder towards a higher goal.

[Photo] Show choir competitions are beneficial for choir students

Kassandra Darnell
February 21, 2020
Venckus holds Virginia, an albino Burmese python. She said during shows, the audience is allowed to pet all of the animals including a legless lizard and hissing cockroaches.

Sophomore Lisa Venckus conducts animal shows, called Hedgehog Hannah, with her family

Emily Sandy
January 23, 2020
GAME PLAY: Seniors Brandon Teater, Gabe Quigley, Michael Uhrig and Cassidy Eckstein (left to right) play a board game that they play with their mentees during the K-8 Mentor SRT. Eckstein said the mentor experience has humbled her and opened her eyes to the struggles those around her face.

[Photo] As January is National Mentoring Month, K-8 mentoring presents benefits for both mentees, mentors

Hannah Gretz
January 23, 2020
Charitable Choices: Take a look at volunteer opportunities around Carmel during the holiday season

Charitable Choices: Take a look at volunteer opportunities around Carmel during the holiday season

Emily Sandy and Kris Otten
December 12, 2019
Melinda Stephan

Curbing the College Cost: In light of National Scholarship Month, college and career programming and resources coordinator Melinda Stephan explains process for scholarships

Emily Sandy
November 15, 2019
Sophomore Elijah Lane finishes signing "sentence" in his language. He said he drew inspiration from a simple constructed language called "Toki Pona."

Talk to the Hand: Q&A with sophomore and conlanger Elijah Lane

Emily Sandy
November 15, 2019
Students, Athletic Director Jim Inskeep offer their view on the new "Step Up to Sexual Assault Program"

Students, Athletic Director Jim Inskeep offer their view on the new “Step Up to Sexual Assault Program”

Emily Sandy and Lillian He
September 20, 2019
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