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Students, faith leaders respond to growing religious prejudice in Indiana
Students, faith leaders respond to growing religious prejudice in Indiana
Teen caregivers: balancing homework and home care
Teen caregivers: balancing homework and home care
The male loneliness epidemic: a taboo topic brought to light
The male loneliness epidemic: a taboo topic brought to light
Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Latin Music Awards
Latin Music Awards
Inktober
Inktober
Toy Story
Toy Story
Game On! Interactive JAM
Game On! Interactive JAM
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Special flavors signal the season
Special flavors signal the season
Opposing Column: All costumes are welcome
Opposing Column: All costumes are welcome
Opposing Column: Frightening costumes make Halloween more interesting
Opposing Column: Frightening costumes make Halloween more interesting
Staff Editorial: This school should consider a time gap between construction projects
Staff Editorial: This school should consider a time gap between construction projects
Graphic Cartoon: Pumpkin carving
Graphic Cartoon: Pumpkin carving
Best Buddies members pose for a photo at the costume party on Oct. 27. “Best Buddies is such a welcoming club and everyone can and should join,” Lammers said. “Come to any events you’re able to and there will be food, activities and friendship.”
Best Buddies nears annual Friendsgiving
A group of students collaborating at the CCPL. Ankur Kapileshwar, Teen Library Council (TLC) member and senior, said students often come to the library in groups.
CCPL to host Inkling on Nov. 6
Club officers Atticus Rodgers (left) and Sean Molloy (right) at the Ethics Bowl meeting on Oct. 15. They practiced mock debates and discussed complex ethical questions at the meeting.
Club Spotlight: Ethics Bowl
Students attend Math Club meetings weekly. The club brought together students from all grades that are interested in mathematics and practiced their knowledge with various worksheets and discussions. Snacks were provided at the meetings.
Math Club to participate in annual Rose-Hulman math competition, attends guest speaker
FCCLA members share snacks during the club’s Halloween party on Oct. 23. The party featured various activities including pumpkin painting and a movie.
FCCLA to begin work on STAR projects
Recent political assassinations spur conservative activism
Recent political assassinations spur conservative activism
Junior Fatoumata Balde reads during SSRT on Oct. 27. Balde said, "Reading is important because it strengthens comprehension and writing skills."
English teacher, students identify consequences of widespread literacy crisis
Senior Mallory Wingenroth pets one of the cats at the Humane Society for Hamilton County on Oct. 19. “I get volunteer hours, but more importantly, I think it just boosts my serotonin and I love working with animals,” Wingenroth said.
Student volunteers, employer, discuss meaningful impacts made at local shelter through volunteering
Senior Drew Kim concentrates on filling out a college application on his computer on Oct. 14. Kim said he often feels pressure to commit to a major even though he is still unsure about his future plans.
Seniors face pressure choosing college majors
Social Studies teacher Daniel Brunette lectures his Personal Finance Responsibility class on Oct. 15. They started a new project for their unit. Brunette said the class is meant to help students be prepared when it comes to their own finances in the future.
Students, teacher evaluate the effects of new personal finance class requirements on financial literacy
Senior Vishal Shankar hits a forehand at the men's tennis State championship on Oct. 18. Shankar went on to win his match 6-4 in two sets. This helped Carmel claim their victory over Homestead 3-2 and bring home the state title.
Athlete Spotlight: Vishal Shankar on winning the men’s tennis State championship
Training smarter: How technology is shaping the future of sports?
Training smarter: How technology is shaping the future of sports?
Sadie Foley passes the baton to a teammate during the 3200 meter relay at the IHSAA annual girls state track and field finals in Indianapolis, held on June 7, 2025. [Submitted: Sadie Foley]
Athlete Spotlight: Sadie Foley on Cross Country
Swimmers competed at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup from October 10 to 12 at the CHS Natatorium Complex. This event was the first leg out of three in the international champianship. (submitted: Becky Meek)
Carmel to host part of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup
Junior Reese Roudebush swings her golf club during State at Prairie View Golf Club on Oct. 17, aiming to help secure a strong team finish. The team ultimately placed fourth overall in the championship tournament.(submitted: Reese Roudebush)
Q&A: Girls golf team members Karis Reid and Mallorie Monico on fourth place finish at State finals
Sophomore Maisan Hasan as Dracula stabs sophomore Tomiwa Adewoye as Thomas Seward onstage in “Dracula.” The dress rehearsal took place on Oct. 29 in the studio theater.
Q&A with director, actor, assistant stage manager on “Dracula”
The cost of the spotlight is far too high [opinion]
The cost of the spotlight is far too high [opinion]
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show announcement sparks conversation about representation, American identity
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show announcement sparks conversation about representation, American identity
When stunts go too far: spectacle vs. safety [opinion]
When stunts go too far: spectacle vs. safety [opinion]
Horror can be more [opinion]
Horror can be more [opinion]
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with senior Kevin Tran on movement4movement
Q&A with senior Kevin Tran on movement4movement
Humans of CHS: Would you survive in a horror movie?
Humans of CHS: Would you survive in a horror movie?
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
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Humans of CHS: Should Columbus Day be a national holiday?
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with student pilot Aenea Wells
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
Q&A with senior Mansi Indarapu on Nurture Now Initiative
Q&A with junior Marcus Primason on winning the Randy Siddon Best Photo Story Award
Q&A with junior Marcus Primason on winning the Randy Siddon Best Photo Story Award
Junior Veronica Farrell interacts with a Carmel Elementary School student at her after-school job on April 30. Farrell said one of her favorite parts of her job is helping kids make crafts.
Q&A with junior Veronica Farrell and senior Zoey LaFollette on experiences working with elementary school students
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
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Humans of CHS: Should Columbus Day be a national holiday?
Homecoming Special
Homecoming Special
Humans of CHS: Are you Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? (The Summer I Turned Pretty)
Humans of CHS: Are you Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? (The Summer I Turned Pretty)
Humans of CHS: Football Themes (Cute or Cringey?)
Humans of CHS: Football Themes (Cute or Cringey?)
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
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Month In Review: October 2025
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Month In Review: August/September 2025
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LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2025
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LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2025
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Summer In Review: 2025
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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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Grace Xu

Grace Xu, Managing Editor (Web)

Hi, I’m Grace Xu, one of the online managing editors this year. In the past, I’ve done work as a Chief Reporter/Writing Coach, Beats Editor, and reporter for both the Feature and Entertainment sections. I also helped start the MUSE blog, which you can check out here. Outside of journalistic endeavors, I love reading, bullet journaling, learning anything Chinese, and more (creative) writing!

All content by Grace Xu
Short Story Playlist: Long Story Short [MUSE]

Short Story Playlist: Long Story Short [MUSE]

Grace Xu
May 18, 2021
Meat should be treated more like junk food while plant-based diets should become more normalized

Meat should be treated more like junk food while plant-based diets should become more normalized

Grace Xu
May 5, 2021
Superintendent Michael Beresford sits in his office. He said the CCS board passed a resolution opposing Indiana House Bill 1005, a proponent of education savings accounts and voucher expansion, which would result in decreased funding for public schools.

Beresford speaks up in support of Asian community at CCS, board opposes IN HB 1005

Grace Xu
April 14, 2021
Music Playlist: Spring Beginnings [MUSE]

Music Playlist: Spring Beginnings [MUSE]

Grace Xu
March 26, 2021
Superintendent Michael Beresford sits in his office. He said CCS is currently devising a plan to reopen school fully for grades 6 to 12 and added that all-virtual students would be able to continue their all-virtual schedule.

CCS potentially to reopen fully for grades 6 to 12

Grace Xu
March 16, 2021
New CCS elementary schools to take occupancy in July

New CCS elementary schools to take occupancy in July

Grace Xu
March 15, 2021
Terri Roberts-Leonard joins CCS as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

Terri Roberts-Leonard joins CCS as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

Grace Xu
March 14, 2021
Superintendent Michael Beresford sits at his desk. He said he thinks newly elected board member Louise Jackson will be a great addition to the school board.

New board member Louise Jackson joins CCS during school board appreciation week

Grace Xu
January 11, 2021
Book Review: One Hundred Years of Solitude [MUSE]

Book Review: One Hundred Years of Solitude [MUSE]

Grace Xu
December 15, 2020
Youtube Playlist: Study with Me [MUSE]

Youtube Playlist: Study with Me [MUSE]

Grace Xu
November 30, 2020
CHS will donate 0.5 acres of property to City of Carmel for roundabout at the Fourth Avenue and Main Street intersection.

CHS to donate 0.5 acres of property for construction of new roundabout

Grace Xu
November 11, 2020
Club members meet at an Active Minds meeting as they explore CCS’s virtual mindfulness room. Clizia Martini, Active Minds co-president and junior, said the counseling center seems to be really expanding on mental health resources this year, as they have also hired in-school therapists and are planning a virtual mental health fair.

Beresford previews new mental health services, CHS construction plans

Grace Xu
November 11, 2020
Clizia Martini, CHS Active Minds co-president and junior, meets over Zoom with the other co-president of Active Minds to plan for their virtual callout meeting on Sept. 11. Martini said Active Minds focuses on spreading mental health resources and awareness, and their club is supportive of the Behavioral and Mental Health Services Agreement Carmel Clay Schools is entering in.

Carmel Clay Schools to enter in Behavioral and Mental Health Services Agreement with Ascension St. Vincent Wellness

Grace Xu
November 11, 2020
Book Playlist: To Be Read [MUSE]

Book Playlist: To Be Read [MUSE]

Grace Xu
September 25, 2020
During National Eye Exam Month, students should be more aware of how to protect eyesight

During National Eye Exam Month, students should be more aware of how to protect eyesight

Grace Xu
August 13, 2020
Book Review: Things Fall Apart [MUSE]

Book Review: Things Fall Apart [MUSE]

Grace Xu
August 3, 2020
Students should appreciate beauty of reading and how it invites conscious consumption

Students should appreciate beauty of reading and how it invites conscious consumption

Grace Xu
July 22, 2020
Book Review: Their Eyes Were Watching God [MUSE]

Book Review: Their Eyes Were Watching God [MUSE]

Grace Xu
July 20, 2020
Book Review: Ender's Game (Spoiler Free) [MUSE]

Book Review: Ender’s Game (Spoiler Free) [MUSE]

Grace Xu
July 1, 2020
Advice & Printables for Bullet Journaling

Advice & Printables for Bullet Journaling

Grace Xu
May 21, 2020
Students should actively reach out to friends through virtual platforms despite increased physical distancing

Students should actively reach out to friends through virtual platforms despite increased physical distancing

Grace Xu
May 21, 2020
Senior Stephanie Morton stands on her bike before going on a bike ride with her friends. She said riding her bike has been a good way to socially distance with her friends while remaining active.

Students navigate social isolation’s effect on mental health

Grace Xu
May 21, 2020
Here is a spread that writing coach Grace Xu made what happened each day on a trip she went on.

[Photo] Examples of bullet journaling spreads

Rhea Acharya
May 21, 2020
Book Playlist: Free resources for quarantine & Coronathon Part Two [MUSE]

Book Playlist: Free resources for quarantine & Coronathon Part Two [MUSE]

Grace Xu
April 13, 2020
Junior Marissa Cheslock threads her sewing machine. When determining when do repurpose clothes or start from scratch, she said, "If it's something big, it'd be very hard to find something to repurpose for that because there's so much fabric involved."

Junior Marissa Cheslock repurposes old clothes, posts her creations on her sewing Instagram

Grace Xu
April 2, 2020
Logan Tullai, Stock Market Club co-president and junior, watches the stock market. Tullai said he has had a brokerage account since seventh grade.

Logan Tullai, Stock Market Club co-president and junior, gives financial advice amid COVID-19 pandemic

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
Senior Chris Zou follows the stock market. Zou said getting involved in trading stocks allowed him to be more informed about the real world.

Senior Chris Zou explains COVID-19’s effects on stock market, personal experience with trading

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
Given COVID-19’s impacts on economy, stock market, student stock traders provide opinions on current U.S. economy, high school financial literacy

Given COVID-19’s impacts on economy, stock market, student stock traders provide opinions on current U.S. economy, high school financial literacy

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
In honor of Women’s History Month, teacher, female students share their experiences in science

In honor of Women’s History Month, teacher, female students share their experiences in science

Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Segaran uses Twizzlers as bundles of muscle fibers in a demonstration, peeling a Twizzler to simulate a muscle cell on Nov. 10 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Segaran said she thinks it is important to get students interested in science from a young age and help them find their passions early in life.

Senior Nicole Segaran

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Junior Olivia White

Junior Olivia White

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Junior Sophia "Sophie" Sinder

Junior Sophia “Sophie” Sinder

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Read a Q&A with Here

Freshman Grace Zhang

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Senior Iris Yan

Senior Iris Yan

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Science Department Chair Jennifer Drudge

Science Department Chair Jennifer Drudge

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
March 20, 2020
Junior Briana Chen

Junior Briana Chen

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Sophomore Jinhee Won

Sophomore Jinhee Won

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
AP Chemistry teacher Virginia Kundrat

AP Chemistry teacher Virginia Kundrat

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Cynthia Henry, chemistry teacher and Science Olympiad sponsor

Cynthia Henry, chemistry teacher and Science Olympiad sponsor

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Viha Bynagari (left) and Riya Chinni (right), UNICEF co-presidents and seniors, pose for a picture right before the Charity Ball on Feb. 14. Bynagari said the club was able to raise over $1000 to donate to UNICEF USA as a result of the Charity Ball. [submitted photo from Carmel UNICEF]

Carmel UNICEF officer applications due Feb. 18, interviews start on Feb. 25

Grace Xu
February 20, 2020
Youtube Playlist: A Piece of Cake [MUSE]

Youtube Playlist: A Piece of Cake [MUSE]

Grace Xu
February 20, 2020
Kennedy Trypus, Carmel UNICEF officer and senior, showcases a piece of decoration for the Charity Ball. Club sponsor Jill Noel said the Charity Ball will take place on Feb. 14 from 7 to 10 p.m., and club members have been working on decorations and other preparations for the past few meetings.

Carmel UNICEF to host next meeting on Feb. 4, Charity Ball on Feb. 14

Grace Xu
February 2, 2020
Media Playlist: Over the 月亮 (Moon) [MUSE]

Media Playlist: Over the 月亮 (Moon) [MUSE]

Grace Xu
January 25, 2020
Social norms may affect women’s physical health

Social norms may affect women’s physical health

Grace Xu
January 23, 2020
Viha Bynagari, Carmel UNICEF co-president and senior, is on the phone talking to a congressional staffer from Indiana to advocate for the end of human trafficking. On Dec. 3, Carmel UNICEF hosted its first phone-a-thon of the school year as club members called the offices of Rep. Susan Brooks, Sen. Mike Braun and Sen. Todd Young.

Carmel UNICEF to host Charity Ball on Valentine’s Day

Grace Xu
January 10, 2020
Students should take a break from constant external stimuli

Students should take a break from constant external stimuli

Grace Xu
December 12, 2019
YouTube Playlist: Lofi Music for “Hifi” Studying [MUSE]

YouTube Playlist: Lofi Music for “Hifi” Studying [MUSE]

Grace Xu
December 11, 2019
Music Playlist: November Thanks [MUSE]

Music Playlist: November Thanks [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
November 27, 2019
THE CLUB THAT SMILES BACK: Emily Deldar, founder and president of World Smiles Mission and senior, organizes toothbrushes for World Smiles Club during SRT. Key Club collected unused dental supplies to give to Deldar for World Smiles Mission.

As today is National Philanthropy Day, local philanthropy leaders explain challenges, impact of volunteer work

Grace Xu
November 15, 2019
Viha Bynagari, Carmel UNICEF co-president and senior, edits a Carmel UNICEF powerpoint in the media center. She said UNICEF is hosting a Give Back night will take place every Friday in October, and anyone is welcome to volunteer by DM-ing Carmel UNICEF’s Instagram.

UNICEF to organize Give Back Night and meeting on Nov. 5 at Freddy’s

Grace Xu
November 3, 2019
Junior Alania Mastain walks her dog, Chief, on the Monon Trail. Mastain adopted her dog from the Atlanta Fire Station five years ago. and she said she uses the trail a lot to walk all her pets.

Given October is Adopt-A-Dog month, students weigh responsibilities of owning pets

Grace Xu
October 24, 2019
Music Playlist: Sweater Weather [MUSE]

Music Playlist: Sweater Weather [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
October 18, 2019
Carmel UNICEF high school and elementary school volunteers pose for a picture before their first Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Friday run on Oct. 4. Viha Bynagari, Carmel UNICEF co-president and senior, said the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF runs will take place every Friday in October, and anyone is welcome to volunteer by DM-ing Carmel UNICEF’s Instagram.

Carmel UNICEF hosting “Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF” throughout October

Grace Xu
October 11, 2019
Homecoming '19: Blue and Gold [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Blue and Gold [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 27, 2019
Homecoming '19: Country vs. Country Club [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Country vs. Country Club [MUSE]

Grace Xu, Shruthi Ravichandran
September 26, 2019
Homecoming '19: Playhouse Building Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Playhouse Building Day [MUSE]

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
September 25, 2019
Homecoming '19: Hippie vs. Hipster Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Hippie vs. Hipster Day [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 24, 2019
Viha Bynagari, UNICEF Club co-president and senior, presents on the club’s plans for the 2019-20 school year at the Sept. 10 callout meeting. She said UNICEF Club’s homecoming booth on Sept. 27 will sell bubble tea and is usually very popular.

UNICEF Club to sell boba at Homecoming booth on Sept. 27

Grace Xu
September 23, 2019
Homecoming '19: Tourist Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Tourist Day [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 23, 2019
Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Grace Xu and Sam Hawkins
September 20, 2019
Junior Daniella Richardson views an Area 51 meme on her phone. She said she first noticed the rise of the memes over the summer.

Ubiquitously Funny Obsessions: With the invasion of Area 51 memes across all social media, students and teachers analyze possibility of real-life alien invasion

Grace Xu
September 20, 2019

Guide To CHS Clubs: Unsure of which clubs to join? Here’s a categorized list of all the clubs CHS has to offer.

Grace Xu
September 12, 2019
Carmel UNICEF’s 2018-2019 officers and sponsor pose for a picture from the 2019 UNICEF Charity Ball. Club co-president Viha Bynagari said she hopes Carmel UNICEF will be able to raise at least $1000 by the end of the 2019-2020 school year, whether from another charity ball or other events such as booths at Homecoming, where club members will be selling boba. From left to right: Ayman Bolad, Riya Chinni, Muskaan Ramchandani, Jill Noel, Shubhi Sinha, Viha Bynagari [submitted photo from Carmel UNICEF]

UNICEF to have call-out meeting Sept. 10

Grace Xu
September 8, 2019
Music Playlist: We're Bringing Summer Back [MUSE]

Music Playlist: We’re Bringing Summer Back [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 4, 2019
In light of recent Fair Oaks incident, students, dietitian explain experience with, reasoning behind vegan lifestyles

In light of recent Fair Oaks incident, students, dietitian explain experience with, reasoning behind vegan lifestyles

Grace Xu
August 13, 2019
Noah Sim, marching band member and senior, rehearses on his euphonium during summer marching band rehearsals. Sim began to play the euphonium for marching a year ago. Sim said the summer rehearsals allow for the marching band to get a head start, as well as integrate freshmen with upperclassmen.

Band, orchestra students give advice for practicing over break, adapting to higher level performing arts

Isabella White, Bowen Zhou, and Grace Xu
August 13, 2019
Senior Jessica Qu and junior Minjeong Kim point at a particular piece of artwork. Qu said she applied for a curator position because she is interested in art and design.

A Surreal Reality: New student Carmel Arts Council curators to create an art gallery with CHS artwork

Grace Xu
May 23, 2019
Family Learn to Fish participant catches a fish while his mom watches nearby. The Department of Natural Resources scheduled the event on a Free Fishing Day, which means that anglers don't need a license to fish the state's public waters. Participants also learned about ethics during the event, so they caught and released the fish.

Off the Hook: Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation Department plans to host “Family Learn to Fish” event to educate community on fishing methods and safety

Rhea Acharya and Grace Xu
May 17, 2019

4.19 Entertainment Briefs

Grace Xu
April 19, 2019
KEYS TO SUCCESS (RIGHT): Kyle Barker, associate director of choirs, plays the piano during a rehearsal. Barker said he hopes that this musical will target a different audience.

Bring It On!: Spring musical targets high school audience, makes adaptations from original version

Grace Xu
March 22, 2019
BAKING AWAY: Sophomore Tessa Hedrick puts her cake batter in the oven at her house. Hedrick said she enjoys baking in her free time as it helps her calm down and provides her with a sweet and tasty snack.

Home-Baked: Students, teacher consider appeals of taste versus aesthetics in the world of baking

Grace Xu
February 22, 2019
MIXING IT UP: Employees at the Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis work behind a glass wall as they make cakes from scratch. They bake fresh food each day and work to create a positive working environment in the shop for employees to work.

The Business of Baking: Cake Bake Shop to open new Carmel location this July, aiming toward an all-around sensory experience

Grace Xu
February 22, 2019
A Whole New World: “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp” play on Feb. 7-9 will connect classic tale with children’s theater

A Whole New World: “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp” play on Feb. 7-9 will connect classic tale with children’s theater

Grace Xu
January 24, 2019
ACROSS THE WORLD: Junior Yasmine Pehlivan poses with her sister at home. She says seeing her sister during the holidays is a rare opportunity so she makes sure to use her time most efficiently.

Extended Culture: Students, teachers consider impacts of having extended family live far away, cultural benefits that come along

Grace Xu
December 13, 2018

Write or Wrong: CHS student participates in NaNoWriMo, elaborates on many benefits to creative writing

Lillian He and Grace Xu
November 16, 2018
Senior Katherine Springston makes her own graduation dress. She said this is currently her eighth garment and has been working on it since the end of August.

Making a Fashion Statement: With Paris Fashion Week earlier this month, fashion, textiles students tackle idea of using fashion to make political statements

Grace Xu
October 25, 2018
Sophomore Shannon Xie works on the finishing touches of her acrylic artwork during art cWlass. She said she is extremely picky with which types of paints she uses and usually brings them from home.

Creativity takes courage: With International Arts Festival this weekend, student artists weigh whether to pursue art as career

Emily Carlisle and Grace Xu
September 21, 2018
Will Stanton, FCA alumni and guest speaker, talks to FCA about the importance of community in maintaining faith. He said that FCA has helped him become a better person.

FCA to Have Last Meeting of 2017-2018 School Year on May 18

Grace Xu
May 17, 2018
Zach Matchett, fifth and sixth grade pastor at Northview, speaks to FCA on April 13. He discussed the importance of relationships with God and other people, as well as why students should try to reach out instead of isolating themselves.

FCA Has Next Fellowship Meeting on April 27

Grace Xu
April 28, 2018
Marie Kress, FCA leader and senior, speaks to FCA about her own experiences at CHS. She talked about the role God played in her high school sports career.

FCA Has Next Fellowship Meeting on April 13

Grace Xu
April 11, 2018
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John Love, Media Specialist

Grace Xu
March 23, 2018

FCA Has Feb. 16 Meeting in Main Cafeteria

Grace Xu
February 17, 2018

FCA Has Next Fellowship Meeting on Jan. 26, Core Meeting on Jan. 30

Grace Xu
January 26, 2018

FCA To Have Christmas Party on Dec. 15

Grace Xu
December 7, 2017

FCA Has Friendsgiving Event on Nov. 21

Grace Xu
November 20, 2017

FCA Has next Core Meeting on Oct. 24, Fellowship Meeting Oct. 27

Grace Xu, Reporter
October 24, 2017

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Has No Meeting On Oct. 13

Grace Xu, Reporter
October 2, 2017
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