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Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
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
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
The Fathers of Innovation
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Lighthearted pranks are an essential way to preserve the spirit of fun
Lighthearted pranks are an essential way to preserve the spirit of fun
Muslim students should be given more understanding during Ramadan
Muslim students should be given more understanding during Ramadan
FCCLA co-adviser Faith Dalton grades assignments on April 15 in B175. Dalton said, “I have really enjoyed the growth students have shown throughout this year. All of the self confidence they are getting from participating is very encouraging.”
FCCLA members to continue planning for National Leadership Conference, reflect on competition year
Best Buddies members bowl at Pinheads on March 20, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. “We just completed our March bowling event and are preparing for the Friendship Walk,” Lammers said.
Best Buddies to fundraise during Carmel Marathon
Science Bowl participants talk between rounds at the Regional competition on Feb. 22 hosted by Eli Lilly. Participants said their rounds were going well.
Science Bowl team prepares for National competition on April 24
Jill Meisenheimer, Mariam Eskandar, and Sharon Marshall are members of the SilverHounds club. On April 1, 2025 in the CHS library, students and senior citizens came together to discuss different prompts relating to the story West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. “It is so interesting to hear the difference of how senior citizens and high school students comprehend literature,” Eskandar said. “I have learned so much from the people I’ve met in Silverhounds."
Students and senior citizens will sign-up for SilverHounds in the upcoming school year
Ina Van Duyn and Kelly Meyer enjoying breakfast together. Meyer said, “We'll go to breakfast together and people will say things like, 'Oh my gosh, I had you [Van Duyn] in kindergarten,' and they remember stories and stuff about her. I hope when I retire that people will be like that with me, and I think I picked that up from her.” (Submitted photo: Kelly Meyer)
The legacy of a classroom superhero: Q&A with retired CCS kindergarten teacher, Mohawk Trails Elementary School teacher and student
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
Junior Ivy Wei waters plants in the greenhouse on March 27, 2025. “I think my favorite part of (Gardening Together) is getting to plan and do things with nature at school,” Wei said.
Students, teacher discuss impacts of gardening on students in light of National Gardening Month
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
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Junior Owen Morton and his father root for different teams during a game between the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Morton said it's important to stick to one's favorite teams during both winning and losing streaks. (Submitted: Owen Morton)
More than just a win: how students represent their teams after big games
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
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
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
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: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
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
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. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
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
Month In Review: March 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
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
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
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Connections: April 16
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Connections: April 6
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Connections: April 3
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Connections: April 2
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Connections: March 13
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
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Crossword: August 12
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: February 24
Mini Crossword: February 24
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: February 28
Wordle: February 28
Wordle: February 18
Wordle: February 18
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
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Word Search: April 3
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: February 24
Word Search: February 24
Quiz: What Snapple tea are you?
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]
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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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
Principal Tim Phares sits in the Administration Office. Phares said ongoing and new construction projects will continue or start over the summer. Door 13 will be closed until the 2024-2025 school year.

Administration reviews ongoing and new construction projects, impact over summer break

Grace Guo
May 9, 2024
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management

Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management

Nora Mariano and Grace Guo
May 8, 2024
Connections: April 30

Connections: April 30

Grace Guo
April 30, 2024
Month In Review: March 2024

Month In Review: March 2024

Ethan Blastick, Lorna Ding, Avani Gupta, Grace Guo, and Abigail Lee
April 9, 2024
Principal Tim Phares stands at his desk in the administration office on March 19. Phares said seniors should begin preparing for senior and graduation events in April and May.

Administration outlines steps for seniors, graduation details

Grace Guo
April 6, 2024
Reading books intended for younger audiences should not be viewed as childish

Reading books intended for younger audiences should not be viewed as childish

Grace Guo
April 2, 2024
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

Grace Guo
March 31, 2024
Gabi Bradley, NAM Indiana Teen titleholder and senior, makes an appearance at the Homecoming parade. Bradley said she is expected to make community. appearances throughout the year as titleholder.

Gabi Bradley, NAM Indiana Teen titleholder and senior, is crowned by 2022 NAM Indiana Teen titleholder Jackie Rivera. Bradley said she has been able to meet many other titleholders and is mentored by the 2023 Miss Indiana USA, Haley Jordan.

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Junior Akshaya Lingala performs a Tollywood Dance Medley. Lingala danced this medley with senior Vaishu Majji.

FemUnity Culture Fair Photo Gallery

Grace Guo and Abigail Lee
March 22, 2024
Ashlyn Walker, Green Action Club (GAC) co-president and senior, presents at the Confront the Climate Crisis (CTCC) “In This Together” event on Jan. 16, 2024. Walker said there were many ways for students to get involved in environmental initiatives at this school and within the community.

[Photo] Students, teachers, explore ramifications of water pollution in Indiana, finding solutions

Matthew Du
March 21, 2024
Gabi Bradley, Ambassadors member and senior, performs during the Ambassadors set, “Just Around the Riverbend.” The Ambassadors performed last in “An Evening of Show Choir.”

An Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery

Grace Guo
March 18, 2024
Principal Tim Phares leads a Student Principal Advisory Council (SPAC) meeting on Feb. 7. SPAC meetings are held monthly, and Phares discusses current school-wide topics with a board of students.

Administration reflects on planning, hiring for 2024-2025 school year

Grace Guo
March 18, 2024
Review: “One Day” broke me for the second time, but this time it hurt worse [MUSE]

Review: “One Day” broke me for the second time, but this time it hurt worse [MUSE]

Grace Guo
March 9, 2024
Connections: March 8

Connections: March 8

Grace Guo
March 8, 2024
Month In Review: February 2024

Month In Review: February 2024

Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, Nora Mariano, and Zoe Tu
March 4, 2024
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[Photo] Students, registered dietician, psychologist discuss teenage dieting to uphold societal body standards

Royce Brown
February 28, 2024
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[Photo] HoCHS: How do you value family recipes? (Montarce Family Chocotorta)

Ali Persinger
February 23, 2024
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[Photo] HoCHS: How do you value family recipes? (Perkins Family Rhubarb Pie)

Ali Persinger
February 21, 2024
Junior Kelly Shi (left), junior Jessica Dinh (middle) and junior Julia Peng (right) dance along with Just Dance.

[Photo] CCPL Chinese New Year event to represent Chinese traditions in Carmel, emphasizes importance of cultural heritage

Jasmine Y. Zhang
February 13, 2024
Glasses for the LNY event on a table at the CCPL on Feb. 14. The event was a success and brought many people together to celebrate the new year.

[Photo] Q&A with students over Lunar New Year traditions, photo gallery of celebration at CCPL

Isaac Hsu
February 13, 2024
The Dreamscapes mural faces the Teens Department at the Carmel Clay Public Library. The mural was designed by CHS graduate Conner Heagy and is the new theme for the Teen Library Council event formerly known as the Yule Ball.

Q&A with Caroline Niepokoj, Teen Services Librarian, Teen Library Council Coordinator on renaming of Dreamscapes event

Grace Guo
February 7, 2024
Principal Tim Phares stands in front of his new office wall art made from an old piece of a gym floor. Phares said the administration is hoping to prevent delays during the SAT on March 5 by running a stress test for juniors on Feb. 14.

Administration explains SAT testing procedures

Grace Guo
February 7, 2024
Month In Review: January 2024

Month In Review: January 2024

Caitlin Follman, Grace Guo, Avani Gupta, Nora Mariano, and Chase Thorpe
February 6, 2024
Senior Juliet Malherbe (left) and sophomore Emma Miller play Jo and Beth March in "Little Women" on Jan. 31. The other Beth sisters were played by seniors Sophia Malerbi (Amy) and Anna Wagner (Meg).

“Little Women” Gallery

Mansi Indarapu and Grace Guo
February 5, 2024
Seniors Teddy Rayhill (left) and Juliet Malherbe (right) play Theodore "Laurie" Laurence and Jo March in "Little Women" on Jan. 31. The show was performed in the Studio Theatre and included four showings from Feb. 1 to Feb. 3.

[Photo] Q&A with “Little Women” performers on the play storyline and their characters

Laxumi Chandrakumar
February 4, 2024
Glory and Gold

Glory and Gold

Caitlin Follman, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, Helena Wang, and Leying Yang
January 24, 2024
Principal Tim Phares sits in his office. Administration is monitoring the impact of the Polytechnic Department construction in the Freshmen Center parking lot. Phares said buses must make sharper turns to line up during school start and dismissal times but efficiency has not been affected.

Administration emphasizes importance of Polytechnic Department, ongoing construction

Grace Guo
January 18, 2024
Semester in Review: Fall 2023

Semester in Review: Fall 2023

Grace Guo, Anuj Gupta, Avani Gupta, Mahitha Konjeti, Keira Kress, Abigail Lee, Nora Mariano, and Maggie Meyer
January 9, 2024
Review: “The Other Zoey” really should have been a Christmas movie [MUSE]

Review: “The Other Zoey” really should have been a Christmas movie [MUSE]

Grace Guo
December 15, 2023
LiteBox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "A Light in the Dark"

LiteBox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “A Light in the Dark”

Grace Guo
December 10, 2023
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