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Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Stereotypes faced by twins shape expectations, identity
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
The new Gen Z love
Personality typing systems impact self-discovery, decision-making
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
Taste the Season: Carmel Cafe
Picking Up on Pain Relief Interactive JAM
Spec-tacular! Interactive JAM
Should we separate the art from the artist?
Nonchalance is holding us back
National Parks employees protect the environment, are more important than people acknowledge
Graphic Perspective: Gulf of America?
Dolly Parton’s “Imagination Library” is more important than the government realizes
Culinary program promotes food safety practices even without food inspections
Carmel Clay Schools apologizes for antisemitic content at International Festival
Pinnacle staff to work on Spring Supplement
Greyhound Connections members return from Meet a Friend event, excited to share lessons
CCS school board embraces hands-on science curriculum
Immigrant students work to assimilate into American culture, still retain sense of cultural identity
Students search for athletic training opportunities, develop lifelong career paths
Family businesses provide students lifelong lessons
Students deferred from colleges find “changing your mindset” helpful
Immigrant students, teacher reflect on struggles, future goals in the United States amid recent changes in immigration policy
Athlete Spotlight: Senior Ayla Abbasi on college diving and commended graduate award
Students, coach reflect on challenges posed by unpredictable weather on sports
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Photo Essay: Esports Valorant team competes on Feb. 24
[VIDEO] Concussions in sports
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Comic Con JAM
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
AI in films like “The Brutalist” is convenient, but shouldn’t take priority [opinion]
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Q&A with senior Alyson “Ally” Swearingen on Daughter of the American Revolution honor
Q&A with sophomore Angela “Angie” Xiu on Love for Our Elders Club
Q&A with Kaelin Broad, Miss Carmel Teen USA and junior, on competition for Miss Indiana Teen USA
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 junior Sriyesh Sirineni on DECA competitions
Q&A with sophomores Luke Boyce, Hannah Sevening on Theater, competing at the Thespian State Conference
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite president?
Humans of CHS: Favorite Super Bowl Halftime Show
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Month In Review: February 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Semester In Review: Fall 2024
Mini Crossword: March 24
Wordle: March 20
Word Search: March 18
Connections: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 12
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Connections: January 22
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
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Crossword: April 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
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Wordle: March 13
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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
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: “Dog Man” is Unapologetically Chaotic [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: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [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 Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [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: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
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?
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
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The e-learning day on SAT day should be replaced with an optional community service day
HiLite Staff
March 4, 2025
CHS should rethink new bell system during SSRT
HiLite Staff
February 26, 2025
Staff Editorial: Transition to College Program requirements should be reevaluated
HiLite Staff
January 30, 2025
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
HiLite Staff
December 11, 2024
School budget should focus on problems within the school
HiLite Staff
November 26, 2024
CHS should increase amount of voting information sent out
HiLite Staff
October 19, 2024
New prayer policy is inefficient, administration should return to old policy
HiLite Staff
September 25, 2024
Local artists should create work for Carmel’s roundabouts
HiLite Staff
April 25, 2024
Staff Editorial: CHS can improve recognition of academic success
HiLite Staff
March 26, 2024
Staff Editorial: Parking lot safety is a collective responsibility for all CHS drivers
HiLite Staff
February 23, 2024
Indiana House Bill 1035 strives for mediocrity across Indiana schools
HiLite Staff
January 30, 2024
Staff Editorial: CHS should be commended for ensuring diverse class options for students
HiLite Staff
December 17, 2023
Staff Editorial: CHS as a whole should be thankful for our schools
HiLite Staff
November 19, 2023
Staff Editorial: CHS should increase initiatives to register students to vote
HiLite Staff
October 27, 2023
Staff Editorial: Creating Connections
HiLite Staff
September 27, 2023
CHS should give Muslim students a prayer space
HiLite Staff
April 20, 2023
CHS should expand Honored Mentor recognition, allow all seniors to choose an Honored Mentor
HiLite Staff
April 19, 2023
New ID policy is inefficient, administration should return to entering ID code on keypad
HiLite Staff
February 1, 2023
Journalists should evaluate controversy policies, readers should hold staffs accountable
HiLite Staff
January 1, 2023
Columbus Day approaches, school curriculums glorify harmful historic figures
HiLite Staff
October 10, 2022
New dress code policies discriminate against females, stereotype males
HiLite Staff
September 13, 2022
Even with addition of new parking lot, CHS should increase parking pass opportunities
HiLite Staff
March 22, 2022
Abolishment of traditional finals provides flexibility, helps grades better reflect students’ understanding of content
HiLite Staff
November 12, 2021
CHS must make sexual assault policies more transparent for students, survivors to feel safe
HiLite Staff
September 23, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to people over the age of 16, CHS should require vaccinations for 2021-2022 school year.
HiLite Staff
May 15, 2021
Lack of uniform communication about AP exams causes confusion among students, keeping students informed allows for smoother exam weeks
HiLite Staff
April 11, 2021
CHS decision to remove online summer courses disrupts rising seniors’ schedules, option should continue for Class of 2022
HiLite Staff
March 16, 2021
Administration developed workable plan for ISTEP, more resources should be offered
HiLite Staff
February 2, 2021
Staff Editorial: CHS has replaced English 11 with variety of new English course options, providing students with opportunities
HiLite Staff
January 11, 2021
The HiLite staff commends the administration for their efforts to create a safe final exams schedule for students, staff
HiLite Staff
December 11, 2020
With increased virtual communication, tasks, CCS should open Google inboxes for students
HiLite Staff
October 22, 2020
2021 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
HiLite staff
September 29, 2020
Freshman transition to high school holds unique challenges with changes to school year caused by COVID-19
HiLite Staff
August 13, 2020
Later school start times next year will allow students to sleep longer, improve overall well-being
HiLite Staff
May 21, 2020
Meal assistance program helps families but should have clearer information
HiLite Staff
March 28, 2020
CHS should broaden standards of Distinguished Grad to better represent everyone
HiLite Staff
February 21, 2020
Reliability of internet connection at CHS could improve if students are able to directly report issues
HiLite Staff
December 12, 2019
Removal of shadowing policy leaves potential students without crucial experience
HiLite Staff
November 15, 2019
Sharing is Caring: Current parking pass distribution suffices but allowing students to share parking spaces would increase efficiency
HiLite Staff
October 24, 2019
Brain Healthy: Administration hires first mental health coordinator to respond to crises in schools, benefit students
HiLite Staff
September 20, 2019
CHS 2020 National Merit Semifinalists
HiLite Staff
September 11, 2019
Thoughtful Tech: Administration should make sure curriculum makes full use of new available technology
HiLite Staff
August 13, 2019
Locker Out: Proactive locker initiative benefits both students, administration
HiLite Staff
May 23, 2019
Keep It Clean: Students should consider others’ health, maintain cleanliness of CHS restrooms
HiLite Staff
April 19, 2019
Refresh the Page: New school website, launched this semester, looks clean, still needs some tweaks
HiLite Staff
February 22, 2019
USEit Well: Students should utilize new STOPit app responsibly, recognize importance of school safety
HiLite Staff
January 24, 2019
Preventing Parking Problems: Despite the original controversy, parking permits are necessary to ensure safety in, around the school
HiLite Staff
September 21, 2018
45 CHS Students Named National Merit Semi-finalists
HiLite Staff
September 13, 2018
School Less: Students should explore, be more involved in extracurriculars, shift focus away from grades
HiLite Staff
August 14, 2018
Learning in Digital: CHS students should reconsider taking online courses during summer
HiLite Staff
May 18, 2018
A Unique Promposal: CHS administration should work with students to enhance the prom experience
HiLite Staff
April 20, 2018
No Harm, No Foul: Students should amend harsh criticism of administration’s response to dramatic events at CHS
HiLite Staff
March 23, 2018
Rethinking Late Start: CHS administrators should reconsider length, frequency of late start
HiLite staff
February 23, 2018
Determining Delays: CHS Administration should be more consistent, clear regarding the explanations of delays, cancellations
HiLite Staff
January 25, 2018
Giving Back. Donating to others is important all year round, not just during holiday season.
HiLite staff
December 14, 2017
Controversy Caution. Think about gratitude instead of current controversies this Thanksgiving season.
HiLite staff
November 17, 2017
Care for Veterans. As Veterans Day approaches, recognition, honor of veterans is more important than ever.
HiLite staff
October 26, 2017
Take a Stand: CHS should transition to less sedentary, more active classrooms.
HiLite Staff
, Staff
September 21, 2017
Repair, Then Renovate: CHS should consider adding to the maintenance budget rather than taking on costly renovations.
HiLite Staff
, Staff
August 15, 2017
A Prince Among Principals: The commendable precedent set by Principal John Williams should be followed by his successor.
HiLite Staff
, Staff
May 18, 2017
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: CHS administrators should increase Earth-friendly habits around the school.
HiLite Staff
, Staff
April 20, 2017
Repeat the Referendum: The school-board proposed tax referendum will lead to positive improvement at CHS; students should support it.
HiLite Staff
, Staff
March 17, 2017
Don’t Boot Kahoot: CHS administrators should rethink their decision on Kahoot block; benefits outweigh drawbacks.
HiLite Staff
, Staff
February 23, 2017
Speak For Us: High school publications are under the threat of censorship, but the New Voices Bill may change that with support
Hilite Staff
, Staff
January 27, 2017
Not So Messy Anymore: Although flaws existed in Main Cafeteria’s structure, recent improvements heighten efficiency
Hilite Staff
, Staff
December 12, 2016
Technically Speaking
Hilite Staff
, Staff
November 17, 2016
Gloat Your Vote: As elections approach, students should be more aware about local politics and politicians.
Hilite Staff
October 13, 2016
The Main Mess: Despite improvements in main cafeteria, changes affecting organization still needed.
Hilite Staff
September 16, 2016
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