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Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
Black Student Alliance president, student, teacher discuss importance of educating students about the civil rights movement
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping
Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping
Pageant titleholder, model, teacher, postdoctoral fellow reflect on Black is Beautiful movement, beauty standards, culture
Pageant titleholder, model, teacher, postdoctoral fellow reflect on Black is Beautiful movement, beauty standards, culture
National Photography Month
A New Frontier in Space Travel
A New Frontier in Space Travel
The Month of Math
The Month of Math
Solar Sensation
Solar Sensation
Once Upon A Tale...
Once Upon A Tale…
Places on Main Tier List
Places on Main Tier List
Putting away phones in classrooms allows students to focus better, leads to higher grades
Putting away phones in classrooms allows students to focus better, leads to higher grades
Phones are not a detriment in classrooms
Phones are not a detriment in classrooms
Through the "Caitlin Clark effect," discrepancy in coverage is still prominent
Through the “Caitlin Clark effect,” discrepancy in coverage is still prominent
Having assigned seats at concerts helps contribute to a more relaxed, happy atmosphere
Having assigned seats at concerts helps contribute to a more relaxed, happy atmosphere
Students participate in making Hwachae, a Korean treat at the A5 callout meeting on Aug. 30, 2024. Feryal Haider, club president and senior, said she is looking forward to what the club will accomplish this year.
A5 to prepare homecoming booth
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
Carmel Ambassador members practice for the upcoming fall concert. The show will be on Sep. 26.
Carmel Choirs to perform their first concert of the year on Sep. 26
Sophia Fu, Mu Alpha Theta president, reviews materials for Mu Alpha Theta on her Chromebook. Fu said, "I'm excited to run Mu Alpha Theta for one last year and to mentor people so that we can pass on the leadership for next year."
Mu Alpha Theta prepares for the 2024-2025 school year
Superintendent Michael Beresford looks at the district’s website for information about transportation. Beresford said the whole district has taken time to ensure everything is coordinated.
Carmel Clay Schools to focus on coordinating school facilities for new school year
Junior Manvi Musunuru studies in class with her glasses on Aug 8. Musunuru wore glasses due to difficulty seeing the board in the class. Musunuru said it helped her greatly in classes.
Students, optometrist experience more vision problems due to increased screen time
On Aug. 10, Junior Jessica Xie focuses on editing a piece of writing submitted to the literary magazine, the Breakbread Literacy Project, where she interns. Xie said she is grateful that her internship allows her to see what writing is like from a publishing standpoint.
High school internships provide students unique experiences
McMillan stands with his siblings, Merilee, his older sister, and Abby, his younger sister, for a photo. McMillan said he encourages middle children to develop positive relationships with their siblings and parents. (Submitted Photo: Park McMillan)
Middle children work to overcome being overshadowed by siblings
Mock Trial attorney Ava Luo gets ready to give her closing statement for the state final round against Trinity Christian School at the Marion County Community Justice Center on Sunday, Mar. 17, 2024. “I think that I’ve learned a lot from both (Speech & Debate team) and Mock Trial about public speaking. One (lesson) is to keep in mind is that not everything is going to go as planned,” Luo said. “And when something doesn’t go as planned, it’s important to not panic and (to) adapt to the circumstances.” (Submitted Photo: Ava Luo)
Speech and Debate coach, students evaluate the significance of public speaking clubs on confidence, professional development
The Carmel High School Speech & Debate team discuss American politics and government at a meeting on April 20. Junior Maxwell Goatee said “Voting is an essential part of American democracy and needs to be pushed more for the youth.”
Students bring up youth voting, a decrease shown overall
Andrew Kim, tennis player and junior, plays against Cathedral. Assistant coach Mark Branaman said that the team is enthusiastic, seeming to be gelling very well together.
Men’s tennis to compete in John Shirley Invitational
Members of the Lacrosse team play in a scrimmage on April 24. Head Coach Keith Allen said offensive players have been using scrimmages to practice their plays and sets.
Men’s lacrosse to play Hamilton Southeastern on May 3
Sophomore Grace Marshall competes in a lifting competition. Marshall said, "I would say (winning competitions) is a really good feeling. I work really hard for my strength and my capabilities so to see the outcome of it is pretty nice." (Submitted Photo: Grace Marshall)
Athlete Spotlight: Grace Marshall on being a powerlifting champion
Adom Quist, track and field runner and senior, runs in the track meet at home. Coach Altevogt said that the team will be top contender for the State championship in early
Men’s track and field to compete against North Central on May 1
Senior Kevin Russo wipes off the oil from his bowling ball after throwing it. Russo said, “Wiping off the ball after every time you throw it is essential to consistency when bowling. If you do not wipe the ball, there could be residual oil, which can affect how the ball reacts when it goes down the lane. I always clean my balls in order to have a consistent reaction and always get a strike.”
Bowling Practice Photo Gallery
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Family vlogger controversy, need for content reform [opinion]
Family vlogger controversy, need for content reform [opinion]
Q&A with Prince Topher and pit violist on "Cinderella" experience
Q&A with Prince Topher and pit violist on “Cinderella” experience
Junior Isaiah Henderson as Prince Topher and senior Gabi Bradley as Cinderella get married on stage on May 10. The show was Rodgers and Hammerstein's adaptation of the classic story and ran from May 9 to 11.
“Cinderella” Photo Gallery
Q&A with students, teachers about upcoming orchestra trip to Germany, Austria
Q&A with students, teachers about upcoming orchestra trip to Germany, Austria
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Students, assistant principal consider benefits, flaws of A.C.E week
Students, assistant principal consider benefits, flaws of A.C.E week
Far From the Tree: students weigh the option of taking on family businesses
Far From the Tree: students weigh the option of taking on family businesses
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: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: February 2024
Month In Review: February 2024
Month In Review: January 2024
Month In Review: January 2024
Semester in Review: Fall 2023
Semester in Review: Fall 2023
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: September 5
Connections: September 3
Connections: September 3
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 30
Mini Crossword: August 28
Mini Crossword: August 28
Connections: August 27
Connections: August 27
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album "The Tortured Poets Department" is not her best work but is still a brilliant album [MUSE]
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album “The Tortured Poets Department” is not her best work but is still a brilliant album [MUSE]
Review: "Challengers" does it all [MUSE]
Review: “Challengers” does it all [MUSE]
Review: "A House of Flame and Shadow" by Sarah J. Maas was a disappointing read [MUSE]
Review: “A House of Flame and Shadow” by Sarah J. Maas was a disappointing read [MUSE]
Review: Conan Gray’s new album, “Found Heaven”, is a refreshing twist on modern music [MUSE]
Review: Conan Gray’s new album, “Found Heaven”, is a refreshing twist on modern music [MUSE]
Review: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” is the quintessential Gen-Z movie [MUSE]
Review: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” is the quintessential Gen-Z movie [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]
Connections: September 3
Connections: September 3
Connections: August 27
Connections: August 27
Connections: August 13
Connections: August 13
Connections: May 14
Connections: May 14
Connections: May 8
Connections: May 8
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: March 22
Crossword: March 22
Crossword: February 29
Crossword: February 29
Mini Crossword: August 28
Mini Crossword: August 28
Mini Crossword: August 20
Mini Crossword: August 20
Mini Crossword: August 12
Mini Crossword: August 12
Mini Crossword: August 6
Mini Crossword: August 6
Mini Crossword: May 10
Mini Crossword: May 10
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 23
Wordle: August 23
Wordle: August 16
Wordle: August 16
Wordle: August 5
Wordle: August 5
Word Search: August 22
Word Search: August 22
Word Search: August 14
Word Search: August 14
Word Search: May 16
Word Search: May 16
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 15
Word Search: April 15
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Emma Hu

Emma Hu, In-Depth Editor

Hey! I'm Emma and I'm so excited to be one of the In-Depth editors this year! This will be my second year on staff; last year I was a feature reporter and a beats editor. Outside of HiLite, I love movies and music, hanging out with friends, going on coffee runs, and traveling! Check out some of my work below :)

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Students participate in making Hwachae, a Korean treat at the A5 callout meeting on Aug. 30, 2024. Feryal Haider, club president and senior, said she is looking forward to what the club will accomplish this year.

A5 to prepare homecoming booth

Emma Hu
September 6, 2024
Review: "Challengers" does it all [MUSE]

Review: “Challengers” does it all [MUSE]

Emma Hu
May 22, 2024
German Club members enjoy German snacks at the club meeting on May 13. The meeting was a karaoke Just Dance party.

Club Spotlight: German Club

Emma Hu
May 19, 2024
Review: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” is the quintessential Gen-Z movie [MUSE]

Review: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” is the quintessential Gen-Z movie [MUSE]

Emma Hu
May 17, 2024
Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu

[Photo] Black Student Alliance president, student, teacher discuss importance of educating students about the civil rights movement

Evelyn Foster and Katie Maurer
May 24, 2024
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[Photo] Students bring up youth voting, a decrease shown overall

Kate Loper
May 15, 2024
Review: "If We Were Villains" should be considered the penultimate dark academia book [MUSE]

Review: “If We Were Villains” should be considered the penultimate dark academia book [MUSE]

Emma Hu
May 14, 2024
Q&A with Prince Topher and pit violist on "Cinderella" experience

Q&A with Prince Topher and pit violist on “Cinderella” experience

Emma Hu
May 13, 2024
Junior Isaiah Henderson as Prince Topher and senior Gabi Bradley as Cinderella get married on stage on May 10. The show was Rodgers and Hammerstein's adaptation of the classic story and ran from May 9 to 11.

“Cinderella” Photo Gallery

Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, and Emma Hu
May 13, 2024

Carmel orchestra members to prepare for spring concert on May 14

Emma Hu
May 12, 2024
Sophomore Naaman Duckworth’s father stationed in Kuwait with other military members. “My dad joined the army later in his life at the age of 39 as a chaplain,” Duckworth said. “He spent nine months in Kuwait in 2019 and left shortly after that, totaling over six years as a chaplain in the army national guard.” (Submitted Photo: Naaman Duckworth)

Students, military recruiter reflect on difficulties of family connection while being a part of a military family

Emma Hu and Mahitha Konjeti
April 29, 2024
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[Photo] Q&A with students, teachers about upcoming orchestra trip to Germany, Austria

Jasmine Zhang
May 7, 2024
Philharmonic Orchestra members practice their pieces for the qualification performances for the ISSMA State Competition. Taylor Zhuang, member of Camerata Orchestra and sophomore, said orchestra rehearsals have become more challenging, but the challenge has been very helpful.

Philharmonic, Symphony orchestra members to prepare for ISSMA state qualifications

Emma Hu
April 20, 2024
Review: “The Iron Claw” cannot get enough praise [MUSE]

Review: “The Iron Claw” cannot get enough praise [MUSE]

Emma Hu
April 18, 2024
Opposing Column: Being the younger sibling means a life with built-in benefits

Opposing Column: Being the younger sibling means a life with built-in benefits

Emma Hu
April 10, 2024
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[Photo] Female students, vice principal share experiences with gender, feminism stereotypes in male-dominated activities

Pahal Sehgal and Avery Carlisle
April 3, 2024
Review: “The Bear” sets an unbelievably high bar for future comedy shows [MUSE]

Review: “The Bear” sets an unbelievably high bar for future comedy shows [MUSE]

Emma Hu
March 19, 2024
Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits

Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits

Emma Hu and Jenny Li
March 18, 2024
Making HER-Story

Making HER-Story

Jane Martens, Leying Yang, Laxumi Chandrakumar, Emma Hu, Caroline Just, and Ivy Zhen
March 18, 2024
Oscars season drama is inevitable with snubs (and not-snubs), but the drama is what makes it fun [opinion]

Oscars season drama is inevitable with snubs (and not-snubs), but the drama is what makes it fun [opinion]

Emma Hu
March 10, 2024
READY TO REMINISCENCE: Seniors Sandra Yang (left) and Pragathi Arunkumar (right) discuss their plans to travel together during summer break on Nov 20th, 2023. “We really wanted to go on a senior trip this upcoming summer so we can make the most of our summer because it is very likely we will go to different colleges,” said Arunkumar.

Students, counselor discuss impact of high school friendships, staying in touch after graduation

Emma Hu
March 1, 2024
Students, College and Career Resources Coordinator discuss female underrepresentation in academic fields, making concrete changes

Students, College and Career Resources Coordinator discuss female underrepresentation in academic fields, making concrete changes

Emma Hu
February 25, 2024
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[Photo] Students, coach weigh the positive and negative aspects of college recruitment and athlete pay

Ryan Sharp
February 22, 2024
Senior Kevin Hu looks over his FAFSA forms with his dad on Feb 15th, 2024. Hu said his dad helped him a lot while applying for the program.

[Photo] College coordinator, students share concerns about current financial aid system, promote financial transparency and literacy

Mahitha Konjeti
February 22, 2024
Members of the Carmel Orchestras pose after a performance with the 2024 Indiana All-State Orchestra. The performance took place on Jan. 13.

Carmel Orchestras kick off Spring semester, begin to prepare for auditions

Emma Hu
February 12, 2024
Review: “Love Actually” is messy and hard to follow at times, but its message and charm make it a timeless holiday classic [MUSE]

Review: “Love Actually” is messy and hard to follow at times, but its message and charm make it a timeless holiday classic [MUSE]

Emma Hu
January 25, 2024
Elegant Ice Creations workers sculpt a reindeer on Jan. 19 at the Arts & Design District. From 4 to 8 p.m., the artists worked on and showcased their ice carvings.

[Photo] Carmel’s Festival of Ice to present art to community from Jan. 19 to 21

Anthony Pho
January 20, 2024
Freshman Luke Choi learns how to write in Korean at a Korean-American Student Association (KASA) meeting. KASA club sponsor Natalie Bellotti said KASA is an open space for Korean-American students, as well as anyone who is interested in the culture.

Students, Korean-American Student Association club sponsor discuss exploring Korean culture, Korean-American identities

Emma Hu
January 17, 2024
Sophomore Arjun Yadav (left) and Spanish teacher Margaret Edwards (right) have a conversation about their plans over winter break in Spanish on Dec. 12. Yadav said, “Students could take more foreign language classes, utilize language learning apps, go to some of the clubs that CHS offers, or even watch shows from other countries that are linguistically different than here.”

Learning multiple languages help students explore different cultures

Emma Hu
January 9, 2024
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[Photo] Crocodile tears: The rise of the influencer apology [opinion]

Mahitha Konjeti
January 9, 2024
Spelling It Out

Spelling It Out

Caitlin Follman, Emma Hu, Ayaan Nadeem, Deesha Roopesh, Leying Yang, and Jasmine Zhang
December 20, 2023

Carmel Orchestras to prepare for winter concert

Emma Hu
December 12, 2023
Carmel Clay Public Library (CCPL) hosts an exhibit featuring Carmel's sister city Kawachinagano throughout the month of November. Dawn Boarman, coordinator for the exhibit and youth services librarian, said the exhibit aims to promote cultural diversity and education.

CCPL Kawachinagano exhibit honors Japanese culture, sparks discussions about importance of diversity and cultural education

Emma Hu and Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 27, 2023
Review: Where “The Ballad of the Songbirds and Snakes” book falls short, the movie does not [MUSE]

Review: Where “The Ballad of the Songbirds and Snakes” book falls short, the movie does not [MUSE]

Emma Hu
November 20, 2023

Humans of CHS: Students try to name each other’s favorite Taylor Swift songs within seconds

Emma Hu and Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 16, 2023
Grace Guo & Ayaan Nadeem

Students, communications chair discuss skewed perspectives that come from polarization of social media

Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
November 16, 2023
Sophomore Hillary Yang poses with the Pyraminx. Yang said her average time for the Pyraminx is 2.8 seconds, while her best is 1.8 seconds, the second best in the nation for females.

Q&A with sophomore Hillary Yang, Rubik’s cubing, developing niche interests

Emma Hu
November 8, 2023
Students in Festival Orchestra help each other rehearse during SSRT. Festival Orchestra will travel to Ball State on Nov. 4 for a performance and workshop.

Festival Orchestra to perform at Ball State University on Nov. 4

Emma Hu
November 3, 2023
Members of the Latin Student Alliance dance to traditional Hispanic music at one of their meetings. "I love dancing to traditional music, and just being a part of my culture, and embracing it," Queijo said.

Hispanic students, Spanish teacher discuss maintaining connections to heritage, learning about culture

Emma Hu
November 2, 2023
Young voters excited to vote, select new Carmel mayor

Young voters excited to vote, select new Carmel mayor

Emma Hu and Jasmine Y. Zhang
October 31, 2023
Sophomore Marcus Grethen types on his computer during SSRT. "Things in my (school) environment paired with other subjects in my life often distract me from focusing on one thing at a time," said Gretchen.

[Photo] Psychiatrist, students with ADHD discuss consequences of learning disorders at school

Mahitha Konjeti
October 27, 2023
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[Photo] Students, teacher examine glorification of historical figures

Nora Mariano and Katie Maurer
October 25, 2023
Women should leave movies like “Mean Girls” in the past, embrace more realistic, self-empowering standards and dynamics

Women should leave movies like “Mean Girls” in the past, embrace more realistic, self-empowering standards and dynamics

Emma Hu
October 5, 2023
Taylor Zhuang, member of Camerata Orchestra and sophomore, practices fall concert music. According to Zhuang, the orchestras have been working up to the concert all semester.

Carmel Orchestras to perform on Oct. 3 at CHS auditorium

Emma Hu
October 2, 2023
Sophomore Anoushka Jena poses in her dobok for Taekwondo. Doboks are worn traditionally in Korean martial arts.

Q&A with sophomore Anoushka Jena, Taekwondo, discipline, learning transferable skills

Emma Hu
September 27, 2023

Humans of CHS: What motivates you to get up in the morning?

Emma Hu
September 25, 2023
Students, debate coach say participation in activities centered around political issues may lead to greater long-term civic engagement

Students, debate coach say participation in activities centered around political issues may lead to greater long-term civic engagement

Jenny Li and Emma Hu
September 25, 2023
Freshman Jasmine Zhang discusses her upcoming plans for debate on Feb. 28. Zhang said her schedule has become busier since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Students, counselor discuss balancing commitments, avoiding burnout three years after COVID pandemic began

Emma Hu
March 10, 2023
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