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Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Megan Xia & Abigail Lee
Stereotypes faced by twins shape expectations, identity
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
The new Gen Z love
The new Gen Z love
Personality typing systems impact self-discovery, decision-making
Personality typing systems impact self-discovery, decision-making
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
The Fathers of Innovation
Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe
Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe
Picking Up on Pain Relief Interactive JAM
Picking Up on Pain Relief Interactive JAM
Muslim students should be given more understanding during Ramadan
Muslim students should be given more understanding during Ramadan
Should we separate the art from the artist?
Should we separate the art from the artist?
Nonchalance is holding us back
Nonchalance is holding us back
National Parks employees protect the environment, are more important than people acknowledge
National Parks employees protect the environment, are more important than people acknowledge
Graphic Perspective: Gulf of America?
Graphic Perspective: Gulf of America?
Carmel Key Club members play games and connect with senior citizens at their “Senior Game Night” event held on March 8. Key Club President David Jiang said it was a great event to foster interaction between students and elderly members of the community.
Carmel Key Club members volunteer at senior living facility and celebrate 100th anniversary of the club
Student-led nonprofit CardioCare to host 5K event on March 29
SROs Blake Lytle speaks to SRO Ashley Williams about this school’s safety procedures. Lytle said he always makes an effort to address the needs students bring to his attention.
SROs emphasize safety in parking lots, teenage driving
Junior Olivia Lim practices the piano on the keyboard in the Orchestra classroom. Lim said, "Seeing how musicians convey certain messages to the audience through their playing can shape one's own artistry in many ways."
Star pianist Lang Lang to perform at the Palladium on March 28
Seniors Fatima Idrees and Angelina “Lena” Orahood laugh as they decorate a book drive donation book during a National English Honor Society Meeting on March 19. “National English Honors Society allows me to connect with my peers and give back to the community,” Idrees said.
National English Honor Society to host school-wide book drive
Juniors Jafeth Gamez and Yilbert Pico converse with each other on March 6 during SSRT. Gamez and Pico enjoy each other's company and they both quickly become friends after moving to the ESL class.
Multilingual learners struggle against stereotypes, fight language discrimination
Sophomore Yoon Lee writes down a message in Korean on a piece of paper on Mar 12. Lee said that even though most students don’t necessarily understand Korean culture they still try to take in parts of it.
Immigrant students work to assimilate into American culture, still retain sense of cultural identity
Junior Anna Strines stretches a friend’s leg on Feb. 27, 2025. “(The) best part of my job is forming connections with players, seeing them grow as athletes and as people and helping athletes when they need it,” Strines said.
Students search for athletic training opportunities, develop lifelong career paths
Sophomore Avika Rajmane takes a call at her parent’s CPA firm on March 1. Balancing school and work, she assisted with bookkeeping, tax preparation, and client management.
Family businesses provide students lifelong lessons
Students deferred from colleges find “changing your mindset” helpful
Students deferred from colleges find “changing your mindset” helpful
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
Senior Ayla Abbasi completes a dive at a meet. Abbasi said she aims to complete as much of her homework as possible during school in order to balance her difficult coursework with her practice schedule. (Submitted: Ayla Abbasi)
Athlete Spotlight: Senior Ayla Abbasi on college diving and commended graduate award
Senior Elle Tomalia runs and catches the lacrosse ball during her match. She has a verbal agreement to go play Division one Lacrosse at Butler University. (Submitted: Elle Tomalia)
Students, coach reflect on challenges posed by unpredictable weather on sports
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Shane Phillips, varsity Valorant player and senior, focuses on a Valorant match on Feb. 24. The team beat Hamilton Southeastern 13-1.
Photo Essay: Esports Valorant team competes on Feb. 24
Beginning and Intermediate Dance students practice dance team skills during class on March 27. Junior Jenna Jarboe said, “My dance class is my B1 (class) so I start my day with it. It’s like a warm-up to being at school, and it just feels like a class that I’m not stressed about."
Dance classes offer more than just an opportunity to move
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Comic Con JAM
Comic Con JAM
Ambassador members perform their show, 'Road to El Dorado', at the dress rehearsal for 'An Evening of Show Choir' on Mar. 3. The show will take place Mar. 6.
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
AI in films like "The Brutalist" is convenient, but shouldn’t take priority [opinion]
AI in films like “The Brutalist” is convenient, but shouldn’t take priority [opinion]
Sophomores Luke Choi (left front), Michael Yuan (left back), Ruth Ahn (right back), Stephanie Tan (right center), Chelsea Meng (right center) talk about their investment strategy. They gathered at the weekly FinXed club to review their final report.
Q&A with sophomore Chelsea Meng on the Wharton Global High School Investment Competition
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Noblesville School Board At-large Laura Alerding presents senior Alyson "Ally" Swearingen with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol in her honor for being named the Daughters of the American Revolution Horseshoe Prairie Chapter Good Citizen. (Submitted photo: Ally Swearingen)
Q&A with senior Alyson “Ally” Swearingen on Daughter of the American Revolution honor
Junior Jessica Flowers and freshman Amy Luo send off their letters using the Letters of Love drop-off box. The club members painted and decorated the box themselves, according to sophomore and club president Angela "Angie" Xiu. (Submitted photo: Angie Xiu)
Q&A with sophomore Angela “Angie” Xiu on Love for Our Elders Club
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: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Ambassador members perform their show, 'Road to El Dorado', at the dress rehearsal for 'An Evening of Show Choir' on Mar. 3. The show will take place Mar. 6.
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Month In Review: February 2025
Month In Review: February 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Semester In Review: Fall 2024
Semester In Review: Fall 2024
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
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Wordle: March 20
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Word Search: March 18
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Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
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Connections: March 12
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Connections: February 13
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Connections: February 3
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Connections: January 22
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Crossword: March 27
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Crossword: January 15
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Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
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Crossword: August 12
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
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Mini Crossword: March 13
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Mini Crossword: March 6
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Mini Crossword: February 24
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Mini Crossword: February 3
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Wordle: March 20
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Wordle: February 12
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Word Search: March 7
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Word Search: February 24
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Word Search: February 11
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Word Search: January 28
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]
Review: "Ne Zha 2": The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [MUSE]
Review: “Ne Zha 2”: The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [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 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?
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
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MAJORING IN THE MILITARY: Zach Rogers, Military Club member and senior, stands during a Military Club meeting while former club officer, Joseph “Joe” Fletcher ‘16 watches on. Rogers said his parents are proud of him for wishing to join the Marines. NYSSA QIAO // PHOTO

Students consider alternative options to a traditional college education

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August 17, 2016
Students reflect on CHS Wi-Fi bans of certain apps, websites

Students reflect on CHS Wi-Fi bans of certain apps, websites

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May 19, 2016
Women at CHS achieve leadership positions in religious organizations

Women at CHS achieve leadership positions in religious organizations

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May 19, 2016
CULTURAL CONNECTIONS: Spanish teacher Gabriela Mendoza works on a class exercise. She said while many Americans who celebrate Cinco de Mayo don’t celebrate for the Mexican victory at Puebla, the CHS Spanish curriculum teaches the true story behind the holiday. SHREERAM THIRUNA-VUKKARASU // PHOTO

Students, teachers find many don’t know true meaning of Cinco de Mayo, seek to spread awareness

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April 21, 2016
Students and teachers reflect on advances in school safety since Columbine shootings

Students and teachers reflect on advances in school safety since Columbine shootings

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April 21, 2016
Liberalism appeals to many young people despite Carmel’s conservative tendencies

Liberalism appeals to many young people despite Carmel’s conservative tendencies

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March 18, 2016
Students use social media, websites to facilitate marketing, self-branding

Students use social media, websites to facilitate marketing, self-branding

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March 18, 2016
NOT JUST A GAME: Senior Morgan Strohm watches a video game on her computer. According to her, there is a social disconnect between women who game and those who label themselves as “gamers.” CAROLYN ZHANG // PHOTO

Recent studies find disconnect in number of women in gaming who identify as “gamers”

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March 18, 2016
THE REAL DEAL: Tracy Hadden, AP European History teacher and social studies department chairperson, takes her students on a virtual tour of Moscow. According to Hadden, virtual reality allows for more in-depth lessons. SHREERAM THIRUNA-VUKKARASU // PHOTO

With upcoming release of Oculus Rift, students, teachers reconsider use of virtual reality in classes

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March 18, 2016
Despite growing international threats, Carmel residents still feel safe

Despite growing international threats, Carmel residents still feel safe

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February 19, 2016
PUTTING THE PAST BEHIND: Sophomore Catherine Baker reads as a hobby. Baker said while the cyberbullying she experienced left mostly emotional memories, she immerses herself in activities she enjoys to avoid dwelling on the incident. SARAH LIU // Photo

CHS students who experienced, witnessed cyberbullying encourage others to speak up

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February 19, 2016
CHECKING IT OUT: Mobile librarian Kasey Courter replaces a book from the mobile library’s collection. The mobile library carries best-selling books, as well as those most checked out at the main building. SHREERAM THIRUNAVUKKARASU // PHOTO

New mobile library to deliver books to Carmel’s West side, encourage teens to read more

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February 19, 2016
MORE THAN JUST A NUMBER: Senior Joe Philleo plays chess at Chess Club. Philleo said he hopes the college he ends up going to will have many opportunities to play chess both competitively and for fun. VISHNU VAID // PHOTO

Low college acceptance rates pressure students to look into personal fit with schools

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January 21, 2016
Students, teachers compare American education system to foreign counterparts

Students, teachers compare American education system to foreign counterparts

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January 21, 2016
POLITICAL PARTICIPATION: Quinn Gordon, Model U.N.co-president and senior, facilitates a Model U.N. debate. Gordon said even though over 60 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 24 don’t vote, he thinks it’s a necessary process. CAROLYN ZHANG // PHOTO

Fewer high school students vote nationwide, but current election interests CHS students in politics

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January 21, 2016
ON THE WAY: Senior Heather Roser uses a Carmel-area Uber. Many people have concerns about unfamiliar drivers when using Uber, but Roser said she isn't worried. CAROLYN ZHANG // PHOTO

Students, Uber drivers consider safety, convenience of rideshare services

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December 14, 2015
Despite ubiquity of certain holiday foods, many families still eat variety of distinct traditional dishes

Despite ubiquity of certain holiday foods, many families still eat variety of distinct traditional dishes

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December 14, 2015
In light of recent food contamination cases at major restaurants, students reconsider their eating habits

In light of recent food contamination cases at major restaurants, students reconsider their eating habits

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December 14, 2015
ADDING IT UP: Frances Rafferty, server at Bub's Burgers and Ice Cream, collects a customer's check with tips. While many U.S. restaurants have stopped accepting tips, Rafferty said she thinks tips show how well a server did his or her job. DIVYA ANNAMALAI // PHOTO

Students in service industry find tips to be necessary, reflection of good work

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December 14, 2015
Students consider value of driver education in spite of documented increases in participation

Students consider value of driver education in spite of documented increases in participation

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November 13, 2015
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Sophomore Ethan Saghir waits in line for lunch. Recent studies have shown long lines contribute to shortened lunch times across the country. Saghir, however, said CHS’s lunch lines are not a huge problem because they move relatively quickly. CAROLYN ZHANG // PHOTO

Students find longer lunch times benefit performance in classes afterwards

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November 13, 2015
CHECKING OUT: Christopher “Chris” Coraggio, independent study student and senior, works on his laptop for his independent study in the media center. Coraggio said he has seen a notable increase in the use of electronic resources instead of physical books.

Students reflect on evolution of library usage from books to online resources

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November 13, 2015
Recent lawsuits bring to light importance of recognizing copyright

Recent lawsuits bring to light importance of recognizing copyright

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November 13, 2015
Students assess importance of food safety in healthy decision-making

Students assess importance of food safety in healthy decision-making

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October 9, 2015
Students, teachers evaluate benefits of project-based learning over traditional systems

Students, teachers evaluate benefits of project-based learning over traditional systems

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October 9, 2015
GOING GREEN: Junior Vivian Guo waters a plant at her new home in the recently constructed Westmont Estates neighborhood. To build it, workers had to clear the land for housing developments, rendering the habitats of plants and animals there uninhabitable. Guo said the benefits of new housing outweigh possible destruction of the environment. SARA YUNG // PHOTO

CHS students evaluate effects of neighborhood construction on environment

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October 9, 2015
GETTING THE VOTE: Senior April Johnson expresses her liberal views in class by explaining the “majority rules” voting system. The government operates on a similar system, making decisions based on the preferences of the majority. To demonstrate the system, Johnson asked her classmates to show their opinions by raising their hands in a class vote. CAROLYN ZHANG // PHOTO

Students recognize division in politics due to different genders’ political values

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October 9, 2015
GETTING THE VOTE: Senior April Johnson expresses her liberal views in class by explaining the “majority rules” voting system. The government operates on a similar system, making decisions based on the preferences of the majority. To demonstrate the system, Johnson asked her classmates to show their opinions by raising their hands in a class vote. CAROLYN ZHANG // PHOTO

Students find women to be more politically open, liberal than men

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October 9, 2015
Recent local, national rises in car accidents prompt students to face dangers of driving

Recent local, national rises in car accidents prompt students to face dangers of driving

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September 16, 2015
Students, teachers evaluate relative importance of classroom size on achievement

Students, teachers evaluate relative importance of classroom size on achievement

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September 16, 2015
CHS students find funds allocated to curriculum and extracurriculars efficient

CHS students find funds allocated to curriculum and extracurriculars efficient

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September 16, 2015
Q&A with English 11/U.S. history block teacher Matt Dillon

Q&A with English 11/U.S. history block teacher Matt Dillon

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September 16, 2015
Sophomore Carly Colbert plays one of her vinyl records. Vinyl records have risen in popularity in recent years since they’re seen as ‘vintage’ and ‘hipster.’’ REBECCA QIN // PHOTO

CHS students listen to vinyls as old trends become popular again

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September 16, 2015
Senior Mehar Athar looks at her collection of Islamic religious texts which outline the beliefs of her religion. While identifying as a Muslim, Athar said she believes people should make conscious social decisions based on their own beliefs before integrating their own beliefs. Swetha Nakshatri / Photo

Students recognize changing effect of religion on social views

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August 11, 2015
Sophomore Ethan McAndrews presents a piece of artwork in the Carmel Arts Council’s Children’s Art Gallery. This summer, McAndrews will participate in the Emerging Curators Program, which he said complements his interests in art.

Many students enjoy participating in enriching activities during summer break

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May 21, 2015
Junior Shriya Vinjimoor discusses her questions after class with her French teacher Andrea Yocum. In addition to learning French at school and Hindi at home, Vinjimoor is also fluent in Tamil and English.

Students, teachers consider importance of multilingualism in society

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May 21, 2015
Q&A with social worker Jane Wildman

Q&A with social worker Jane Wildman

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April 23, 2015
Sophomore Abby Leonard (second from left) attends a Cru meeting. Leonard said she has shared and spoken about her experience at church many times.

Rape culture becomes more prevalent as number of rapes decreases across country

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April 23, 2015
CHS students and teachers show greater interest in cooking at home

CHS students and teachers show greater interest in cooking at home

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April 23, 2015
CHS students experience negative effects of loneliness

CHS students experience negative effects of loneliness

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April 23, 2015
CHS students travel more with multiple generations, extended family

CHS students travel more with multiple generations, extended family

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March 20, 2015

CHS students feel the effects of excessive smartphone use taking a toll on their eyes and mood

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March 11, 2015

CHS students find ways to utilize art as method to give back to community

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March 11, 2015
CHS Students Handle Their Chronic Pain, Avoid Overuse of Painkillers

CHS Students Handle Their Chronic Pain, Avoid Overuse of Painkillers

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February 20, 2015
Wearing a Kate Spade top, senior Carley Lanham stands in front of a display in the Kate Spade at the Fashion Mall where she works. Lanham said she has seen more upperclassmen at CHS wearing affordable luxury pieces. MICHELLE DAI / PHOTO

Affordable luxury brands increase in popularity at CHS

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February 20, 2015
Counselors and students question effect of requesting individual student files

Counselors and students question effect of requesting individual student files

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February 20, 2015
MAKING HISTORY: Katie Kelly, AP World History teacher, teachers her class about the Aztecs. Kelly said bias in history is inevitable.

Students, teachers realize bias in history, want to hear both sides of the story

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November 14, 2014
Sophomore Tommy Roberts plays League of Legends. He said an e-sports scholarship is a good supplementary, but still considers academics first.

New e-sports scholarship requires students to play well and study well

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November 14, 2014
Trend of self-diagnosing may come with risks

Trend of self-diagnosing may come with risks

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October 10, 2014
Online shopping takes toll on malls

Online shopping takes toll on malls

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September 11, 2014
Senior Mark Matsuki cues up a track by scratching. Scratching is a technique that produces distinctive sounds by moving a vinyl record back and forth on a turntable.

Student musicians find conflict in choosing between careers

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August 13, 2014
Personal Religion Remains Difficult for Mass Media

Personal Religion Remains Difficult for Mass Media

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May 22, 2014
Junior Abby Fields plays a game of Trouble with Sydney (left) and Olivia White (right), two girls, she babysits. Fields said she wants to obtain a babysitting license, which will give her more freedom as a babysitter. NIVEDHA MEYYAPPAN / PHOTO

Students respond to increased job competition by obtaining more qualifications

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May 22, 2014
Junior Cole Stark drinks green juice in the morning before school in Greyhound Station to energize for the day. Green juice consists of many different fruits and vegetables, most commonly lettuce, and it is a way to get quick absorption of the nutrients from produce.

CHS students and teachers participate in trend of green juicing

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May 22, 2014
Students to enter work force after high school

Students to enter work force after high school

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April 24, 2014
Knitting can help students with anxiety and depression, relieve stress

Knitting can help students with anxiety and depression, relieve stress

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April 24, 2014

Guns are created for violence

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April 24, 2014
The Gun Issue

The Gun Issue

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April 24, 2014

Guns are tools; people are responsible

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April 24, 2014
It's Playoff Time!

It’s Playoff Time!

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April 18, 2014
Indy's New Team

Indy’s New Team

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April 16, 2014
Pacers vs. Heat Review

Pacers vs. Heat Review

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March 27, 2014
Financial Necessity Pushes Some Students to Self-Sufficiency

Financial Necessity Pushes Some Students to Self-Sufficiency

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March 27, 2014
Despite obtaining eligibility in high school, teen drivers wait longer to obtain their licenses

Despite obtaining eligibility in high school, teen drivers wait longer to obtain their licenses

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March 27, 2014
Sophomore Irene Georgiadis prefers to drink water instead of coffee. She said she does not think coffee is a healthy option. AINING WANG / PHOTO

Despite reported health benefits, students doubt coffee’s healthfulness

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March 27, 2014
Margaret Winans, AP Computer Science teacher, helps a student out in class. Winans said she has seen an increase in student interest in computer science.

CHS students show an upward trend in interest for computer science

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March 27, 2014
Colts Free Agency Tracker

Colts Free Agency Tracker

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March 11, 2014
Students with passion can overcome aspects of disabilities

Students with passion can overcome aspects of disabilities

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February 27, 2014
Students become more mindful of sodium intake

Students become more mindful of sodium intake

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February 27, 2014
Do you want to lend a helping hand? Consider joining Key Club

Students at this school are fueled to participate in community service activities

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February 27, 2014
Game Changing Questions

Game Changing Questions

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February 27, 2014
The advent of a female, Muslim Marvel hero heralds diversification

The advent of a female, Muslim Marvel hero heralds diversification

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January 23, 2014
Senior Shelby Hiter leans on a stack of books about World War I and World War II. She has always had a strong interest in history, particularly the history of our nation. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

Students, educators notice declining interest in humanities subjects

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January 23, 2014
Fewer Jewish Americans identify with their religion, still connect to culture

Fewer Jewish Americans identify with their religion, still connect to culture

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January 23, 2014
Cristen Cassler RUSHI PATEL / PHOTO

Q&A with AP Literature and Composition teacher Cristen Cassler

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January 23, 2014
While progress occurred 50 years after Civil Rights Movement, racist acts still happen here

While progress occurred 50 years after Civil Rights Movement, racist acts still happen here

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December 13, 2013

Students say race shouldn’t factor in determining role models

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December 13, 2013
Junior Eva Bublick applies foundation in front of her mirror. Bublick said, “Everyone should feel pretty and for some people, makeup makes them feel pretty.”

Thigh Gap Obsession Points to Epidemic of Other Body-Image Issues

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December 13, 2013
Students Must Speak With Caution

Students Must Speak With Caution

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December 13, 2013
Colts Review: Week 13

Colts Review: Week 13

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December 5, 2013
Colts Review: Week 11

Colts Review: Week 11

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November 19, 2013
Public Library remains integral part of community

Public Library remains integral part of community

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November 15, 2013
Senior Lucas Crum chooses to stay seated instead of saying the pledge. He said he does not agree with parts of the pledge and therefore should not have to stand during recitation.

Students discuss reciting the pledge of alliegance

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November 15, 2013
How Criticism Trumps Praise

How Criticism Trumps Praise

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November 15, 2013
Senior Samuel Pickett (left) instructs another WHJE staff member on using a portable sound system. Along with being a member of WHJE, he is also successful academically.

Students Disprove Time Article Discussing Millennials’ Personalities

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November 15, 2013
Speak Up!

Speak Up!

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November 15, 2013
Colts Review: Week 10

Colts Review: Week 10

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November 11, 2013
Pacing the Starters

Pacing the Starters

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November 11, 2013
Kristina Pitchkites, McAlister’s Deli employee and junior, mixes sweet tea for customers at the Tea Bar. She said she decided to get a job in order to pay for college and gas. MILES DAI / PHOTO

Strikes show controversy over current minimum wage, students differ in views on whether rate should increase

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October 11, 2013
Students find ways to keep their online information private

Students find ways to keep their online information private

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October 11, 2013
Students find success in both SAT, ACT despite statewide gap

Students find success in both SAT, ACT despite statewide gap

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October 11, 2013
Acceptance of homosexuals is controversial despite growing tolerance

Acceptance of homosexuals is controversial despite growing tolerance

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October 11, 2013
Freshman Gracie Coleman crafts the edge of a clay pot. Coleman said she expects far less cheating in her ceramics class, especially when compared to her more traditional classes. NIVEDHA MEYYAPPAN / PHOTO

Honesty is the Only Policy in Project Based Classes

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September 12, 2013
Increasing number of students coming to America to attend college

Increasing number of students coming to America to attend college

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September 12, 2013
Number of local pets put up for adoption doubles, could result in euthanasia

Number of local pets put up for adoption doubles, could result in euthanasia

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September 12, 2013
Stores take action to modify G.M.O.-labeling policy

Stores take action to modify G.M.O.-labeling policy

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September 12, 2013
Senate Bill 189 allows this school to explore independent study options

Senate Bill 189 allows this school to explore independent study options

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August 14, 2013
As more parents decide to marry later, students find advantages and disadvantages

As more parents decide to marry later, students find advantages and disadvantages

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August 14, 2013
Junior Caroline Payne prepares a gluten-free lunch. According to The New York Times, there has been a recent increase in the popularity of gluten-free diets despite uncertainty about the diet’s health benefits. PHOTO / SUBMITTED PHOTO

Gluten-free diets have become a fad here, but they aren’t for the average student

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May 23, 2013
In the yearbook room, sophomore Mark Tague works on an assignment for Current in Carmel. According to TIME magazine, the legality of high school internships such as Tague’s has been questioned recently. PHOTO / LAUREN LU

Students find unpaid internships rewarding, but the legality is being questioned

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May 23, 2013
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