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Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Juniors Nate Ventura and Tysen Pauwels look over postcards on Nov. 16, 2024 at the Carmel Arts Council Children's Art Gallery. They viewed all of the artwork done by children from around the city and learned about the history of the art gallery. “It was cool to see all of the things created by little kids and find out more about Carmel,” Ventura said.
Carmel Clay History Museum to have their grand opening on Nov. 20, emphasizes importance of historical preservation
An early voter is entering the information required to cast a ballot at the CCPL on Oct. 30 for the 2024 election. Nie said people being more bipartisan and willing to listen to each other will help the partisan divide.
As the presidential election concludes, students question partisan political climate
Junior Sophia Tahir tries out the new sunscreen dispensers at the Westermeier Commons Playground and Splash Pad on October 25th. 2024. Carmel Clay Parks had only recently implemented these in order to help and raise awareness about sun protection. “Sunscreen is a need to protect against skin cancer,” said Tahir.
Installation of sunscreen dispensers in Carmel parks amplifies Carmel’s public skin health efforts
2024-2025 Accents posing for their professional photo. Choir director Katherine Kouns said, “Most of November is spent preparing for Holiday Spectacular.” (Submitted photo: Carmel Choirs)
Accents to attend Butler Treble Choir Festival on Nov. 18
Key Club class officers hold their craft pumpkins they made at a Carmel Key Club meeting on Nov. 2. Key Club officer Vritika Arya said Carmel Key Club makes it a priority to give back to the community.
Carmel Key Club celebrates Halloween through crafts
Kids draw and participate in Diwali activities at the Diwali party held at Midtown on Oct. 26. Arya said the experience was really fun and allowed her to connect with her culture better.
Indian students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Students take notes and ask questions at the Yale College Visit on Sept. 26. Junior Olivia Widjaja said affirmative action has not impacted her greatly but she sees how it could hurt minorities and their chances of getting into university.
In a post-affirmative action world, students employ new tools, considerations in college applications
Seniors Amna Ahmad, Eesha Singh and Mahira Hafeez color in various Salvador Dali paintings at the Newfields Lume exhibit. The students were a part of the AP Spanish Language field trip to the art museum.
Students, teacher weigh the benefits of implementing field trips alongside classwork
School board candidate Jon Shapiro meets early voters at the polls to reach more voters and clarify aspects of his campaign at the Carmel Clay Public Library on Oct. 30. Shapiro decided to run for school board in the winter of 2023 and started knocking on doors during spring of 2024. “I'm committed to making sure that we're bringing the community's voice to the table and allowing our families and other members of the community to have some input and be able to provide feedback on how we are doing,” Shapiro said.
Partisan influences in school board election shape prospective policies for students, affect potential school board dynamic
AP European History teacher Jennifer Ellery mentors a student as she studies for an upcoming exam. Jennifer Ellery was awarded most influential teacher from the 2023-2024 school year.
Students, teacher consider the positive effects of having a mentor on personal growth
The impact of height on team, non-team sports, rejects height-related stigmas
The impact of height on team, non-team sports, rejects height-related stigmas
Carmel plays against Zionsville on Nov. 14. Carmel lost 49-38.
Basketball preseason training builds teamwork, sharpens skills
Senior Sophie Mock takes a swing at a golf ball during a tournament. Mock has been noted as one of three golfers to record a hole-in-one at the IHSSA girls final. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
Athlete Spotlight: Sophie Mock on making records at the ISSA girls golf state finals
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
On Oct. 14, the CHS varsity girls volleyball team prepares to go into their first sectionals match for the 2024 year. They prepared by going through drills to get them ready for situations that could occur during sectionals.
Athletes, College and Career Counselor consider motivations behind playing sports in college
"Wicked" poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
“Wicked” poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Senior Jessica Dinh films in the CHTV studio. Dinh said her favorite part of the filmmaking process is editing.
Q&A with CHTV member and senior Jessica Dinh on Emmy win
Senior Fern Comentale works on her Principles of Early Childhood homework on Nov. 7 during her SSRT. Comentale said her high school teachers have inspired her to pursue a career in education.
Students, teacher consider the implications of a career in education
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Senior Vritika Arya dissects a baby pig for her Biomedical Innovations class. "I realized I loved (the program), and then I did it all four years," she said. "Today we’re cutting up pigs and looking at their anatomy, and those little things excite me so much.”
Career Pathways provide targeted career experiences for students
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: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
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Mini Crossword: November 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
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Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
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Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
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Crossword: August 12
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Crossword: April 24
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Crossword: April 1
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Mini Crossword: November 19
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
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Mini Crossword: October 8
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Crossword: October 21
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Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review in Print: “School of Chocolate” is an exciting, entertaining, binge-watch for everyone [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Masters of the Air” is a brilliant representation of the cruelty of war [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: "When I Fly Towards You", cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Review: "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie," departure from original show [MUSE]
Review: “Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie,” departure from original show [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Hidden Love" is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Hidden Love” is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Heartstopper" is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie's Carmel the new place to go?
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie’s Carmel the new place to go?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan's Chicago-Style Deli
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan’s Chicago-Style Deli
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
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Seniors Nick Gemelas (left) and Amit Kannan (right) study in the library. Kannan said he is a proponent of self-studying for AP Exams because doing so gives students more independence, but acknowledges that such techniques may not be effective for all students.

Hitting the Books: Students, staff comment on the pros and cons of self-studying for AP Exams

Kalea Miao
May 16, 2018
Making the Cut: As students schedule for next year, classes at J. Everett Light prepare them for professional careers

Making the Cut: As students schedule for next year, classes at J. Everett Light prepare them for professional careers

Kalea Miao and Jessica Mo
January 25, 2018
Senators and juniors Connor Inskeep (left) and Tim Metken (right) plan for the winter dance during SRT. The winter dance serves as Senate’s only fundraiser for the year.

Senate Holds Winter Dance, Plans for Future

Kalea Miao
January 20, 2018
Senators and seniors Tess Nihill (right) and Dalton Thompson (left) fill out paperwork for Care to Share. Care to Share presents will be collected today and Wednesday during SRT.

Senate Plans for Care to Share Presents Delivery

Kalea Miao
December 7, 2017
Speak-ups: Green Beret Presentation

Speak-ups: Green Beret Presentation

Kalea Miao
December 6, 2017
Senator and senior Tess Nihill fills out a Care to Share sheet during SRT. Currently, Care to Share is Senate's top priority.

Senate Continues to Work on Care to Share

Kalea Miao, Reporter
November 20, 2017
Not Just Teens. Adults, teens alike should be aware of dangers of texting and driving

Not Just Teens. Adults, teens alike should be aware of dangers of texting and driving

Kalea Miao, Managing Editor
November 17, 2017
Student body president Ben Goldberg and Michelle Foutz, Senate sponsor and economics teacher, discuss Care-to-Share plans with Senators during SRT. Currently, Care-to-Share is Senate's main priority.

Senate Plans for Care to Share with New Donation Levels

Kalea Miao
October 24, 2017
Senators and seniors Dalton Thompson and Tess Nihill work during SRT. Currently, Senators are planning for Bus Driver Appreciation Week and Administration Appreciation Day on Oct. 16.

Senate Plans for Bus Driver and Administration Appreciation

Kalea Miao, Reporter
October 3, 2017
Senators work at the Blood Drive last Friday. Now, Senators are working on Homecoming and Custodial Appreciation Week, as well as Care to Share and other activities for the future.

Senate Continues to Work on Homecoming

Kalea Miao, Managing Editor
September 11, 2017
Senior Simrat Oberoi holds up her summer IB reading assignment. Her tasks were to read How to Read Literature Like a Professor, to apply what she read to other novels and to read a selection of poems.

Coming Together: IB Students Participate in World Conference, Show Growth of Program

Kalea Miao, Reporter
August 15, 2017
To Trade or Not To Trade: The Patriots’ decision not to trade Jimmy Garoppolo could have both positive, negative ramifications.

To Trade or Not To Trade: The Patriots’ decision not to trade Jimmy Garoppolo could have both positive, negative ramifications.

Kalea Miao, Management
August 15, 2017
Band director Michael Pote conducts Wind Symphony I before school prior to the group’s ISSMA state final performance. This year, Pote has been working diligently with all the bands to play their music to the best of their abilities.

[Photo] A Phe(NAMM)al Community

Sam Shi, Entertainment Reporter
May 18, 2017
PHOTO GALLERY: Distinguished Graduates

PHOTO GALLERY: Distinguished Graduates

Grace Zhang, Editor in Chief
April 26, 2017
The Ambassador boys practice their choreography in front of a mirror during afterschool rehearsal. Their performance at ISSMA will not involve choreography, but it is still important to practice.

Ambassadors Prepare for ISSMA on April 29

Kalea Miao, Entertainment editor
April 21, 2017
Jack McDougall, technical crew member and junior, glues a pipe to the prop organ. The organ is the Phantom's instrument of choice in the musical.

[Photo] Secrets of the Phantom: CHS tech crew works to bring spring musical to life

Emily Worrell, Entertainment Reporter
April 20, 2017
The Ambassadors practice their choreography in front of a mirror during afterschool rehearsal. Practicing in front of a mirror helps members match movements with each other.

Ambassadors Prepare for Evening with the Ambassadors and Accents on March 25

Kalea Miao, Entertainment editor
March 24, 2017
Members of the Ambassadors, Jazz Ensemble 1 and Camerata Orchestra perform and practice. These groups are comprised of the best musicians in the school.

Musical Madness: Check out some of CHS’s top performing arts groups and their upcoming events

Kalea Miao, Entertainment Editor
March 17, 2017
Flags in Florida: World Guard to attend Southeast Power Regional in Orlando, Fla.

Flags in Florida: World Guard to attend Southeast Power Regional in Orlando, Fla.

Kalea Miao, Section Editor
March 17, 2017
The Ambassadors practice their choreography in front of a mirror. The mirror ensures that all the moves look precise and together.

Ambassadors Prepare for Competition in Chatham, IL for this weekend

Kalea Miao, Entertainment editor
March 2, 2017
Water You Doing: While citizens of Flint, Mich. fail to get clean water, Hollywood makes a movie out of the problem.

Water You Doing: While citizens of Flint, Mich. fail to get clean water, Hollywood makes a movie out of the problem.

Kalea Miao, Section Editor
February 23, 2017
Senior Jacob “Jake” Letts practices his audition music. Letts will be singing “My Defenses are Down” from the musical “Annie Get Your Gun.”

[Photo] Take Note: Students planning to pursue careers in musical theater audition for colleges

Jessica Konrad, Beats Editor
February 23, 2017
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[Photo] Teaching with Technology

Adam Stockholm
January 27, 2017
1.27 Entertainment Briefs

1.27 Entertainment Briefs

Kalea Miao, Entertainment Editor
January 27, 2017
Junior Anna Fagin plays the piano. Fagin distributes her music primarily through SoundCloud, a popular music streaming website.

[Photo] Updates to Grammy nomination rules open doors to streaming-only artists

Hannah Glazier, Entertainment Reporter
January 27, 2017
PHOTO GALLERY: Statistics Carnival

PHOTO GALLERY: Statistics Carnival

Grace Zhang, Editor in Chief
January 13, 2017
December Entertainment Briefs

December Entertainment Briefs

Kalea Miao, Entertainment Editor
December 12, 2016
Model and junior Claire Estabrook poses in front of a forest background. Estabrook began modeling when Helen Wells personally asked her to sign and model for her agency.

CHS students discuss the longevity of reality TV series

Jacob Fecht and Kalea Miao
December 12, 2016
November Entertainment Briefs

November Entertainment Briefs

Kalea Miao, Entertainment Editor
November 17, 2016
Entertainment Briefs October 2016

Entertainment Briefs October 2016

Kalea Miao, Entertainment Editor
October 13, 2016
The 411 on Cheating: Because of harsh pressure, punishments students weigh cost, benefits of cheating.

The 411 on Cheating: Because of harsh pressure, punishments students weigh cost, benefits of cheating.

Grace Zhang, Editor in Chief
October 13, 2016
Entertainment Briefs September 2016

Entertainment Briefs September 2016

Kalea Miao, Entertainment Editor
September 16, 2016
Ambassadors learn choreography for their fall concert. This will be the group's second performance since the Open House, and will take place on Sept. 28.

Ambassadors to Perform on Sept. 28

Kalea Miao, Entertainment editor
September 13, 2016
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