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Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season
Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season
Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
Black Student Alliance president, student, teacher discuss importance of educating students about the civil rights movement
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
National Photography Month
National Photography Month
A New Frontier in Space Travel
A New Frontier in Space Travel
CHS should increase amount of voting information sent out
CHS should increase amount of voting information sent out
It’s impossible to enjoy pop music amid its oversaturated popularity
It’s impossible to enjoy pop music amid its oversaturated popularity
Graphic Perspective: Social media's "expert" dating advice is melodramatic
Graphic Perspective: Social media’s “expert” dating advice is melodramatic
OPPOSING COLUMN: Proposed diploma requirements are an excellent way to guide students after high school
OPPOSING COLUMN: Proposed diploma requirements are an excellent way to guide students after high school
OPPOSING COLUMN: The new diploma option offered does not promote academic rigor
OPPOSING COLUMN: The new diploma option offered does not promote academic rigor
SROs Blake Lytle and Ashley Williams monitor the commons during the day on Oct. 15. Lytle said, “We’re always evaluating our entry points, and getting ideas of concerns from our students.”
SROs plan to review safety policies, committees
Ishan Choudhary, Cabinet member and senior, throws colored powder at participants in the race for Riley on Sept. 14.
House of Representatives to host Riley Car Wash and Trick-or-Treat event
Key Club executive officers give a presentation on service hour requirements on Sept. 8. Key Club president David Jiang said Key Club is a great way to give back to the community and help less advantaged people.
Carmel Key Club starts class officer elections, begins planning community service activities
Justin Macharia, NHS president and senior, teaches senior Kellen Gong how to sign up for TVC volunteer opportunities.
CCPL to host Word on the Shelf on Oct. 23
Superintendent Michael Beresford poses at his desk on October 3, 2024. Beresford said there is construction on the home side of the stadium.
Carmel Clay Schools to enter next phase of construction on stadium
Sophomore Caroline Hulsey attends a Stone Temple Pilots and Live concert on Sept. 15. “Live music is just such a fun experience,” Hulsey said. (Submitted Photo: Caroline Husley)
Music, concerts play key role in students’, teachers’ life experiences
Juniors Marielle Pabia and Joury Elkadiri make bracelets at the A5 Mid-Autumn Festival meeting on Sept. 27. The meeting had crafts and mooncakes.
In honor of Chinese Golden Week, students, Chinese teacher reflect on discussions about Chinese American culture, heritage
Senior Alice Mayer visits Indiana University. Mayer said college visits are a great way to get to know the school environment. (Submitted Photo: Alice Mayer)
College career programming coordinator, students evaluate the benefits, drawbacks of in-state, out-of-state college choices
Senior Jossi Sorg communicates with friends using inside jokes and new slang at the homecoming pep rally on Sept. 20. Sorg said, “Slang is ever-changing, it will continue evolving. In the 80s and 90s, people used words that aren't relevant today and that will happen for this generation's slang terms."
With greater emphasis on slang words, informal communication intensifies
Sophomore Vedika Vyas completes homework for AP precalculus BC after school at the library on Sept. 13. She said, “(I) wouldn’t say that there is more work for AP precalculus than honors Algebra II. Obviously they are different courses, but I would say (AP precalculus BC) makes (us) think deeply about foundations established in honors Algebra II.”
Honors, AP courses offer students different workloads, thought processes
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
Sophomore Edward Chen hits a pickleball at the Pickle-Pong Club callout on Aug. 23 in the Fieldhouse gym. The club consisted of playing pickleball and ping pong games.
Q&A with sophomore Stephanie Tan and sponsor Fernando Yañez on pickle-pong club, racket sports
Student athletes’ discuss motivation to compete on varsity teams
Student athletes’ discuss motivation to compete on varsity teams
Students, coach reflect on Olympic swim trials held in Indianapolis
Students, coach reflect on Olympic swim trials held in Indianapolis
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles deserves bronze
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles deserves bronze
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre
Senior Ethan Wu and freshman Jenna Kraus perform in the dress rehearsal of Studio One Acts. The show runs from Oct. 17 to 19 in the Studio Theater.
Q&A with director, first-time actress on Studio One Acts
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Parasocial relationships unnecessary, intrude on celebrities’ lives [opinion]
Parasocial relationships unnecessary, intrude on celebrities’ lives [opinion]
Senior Ella Williams dance competively at many different competitions. In response to “Dance Moms”, Williams said, “It’s not exactly accurate, like 100% to actual competitive dance. You’re not performing new dances every single week.” (Submitted Photo: Ella Williams)
Amid Dance Moms revival, dancers, counselor weigh in on representation of dance culture in media
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity
Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity
Senior Edna Efuntoye poses in her military uniform after camp. "I feel that I grew a lot stronger from camp," she said. "I'm glad I didn't let other people stop me from joining." (Submitted photo: Edna Efuntoye)
Q&A with senior Edna Efuntoye on military camp experience
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
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: 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?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
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
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 8
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 3
Connections: October 3
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 24
Connections: September 24
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 2
Mini Crossword: October 2
Mini Crossword: September 26
Mini Crossword: September 26
Mini Crossword: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 10
Mini Crossword: September 10
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: September 5
Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Word Search: October 4
Word Search: October 4
Crossword: September 20
Crossword: September 20
Word Search: September 19
Word Search: September 19
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: September 18
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: Judy Moody encourages viewers to make the best out of their summer [MUSE]
Review: Judy Moody encourages viewers to make the best out of their summer [MUSE]
Review: “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” is a breathtaking novel based on a true story [MUSE]
Review: “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” is a breathtaking novel based on a true story [MUSE]
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album "The Tortured Poets Department" is not her best work but is still a brilliant album [MUSE]
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album “The Tortured Poets Department” is not her best work but is still a brilliant album [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 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
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
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[Photo] Students with neurodivergencies often hide disabilities due to stereotypes, misinformation

Archit Kalra and Christian Ledbetter
October 22, 2021
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[Photo] Maddie Kosc

September 24, 2020
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TOUGH IT OUT: Senior Justin Pickett walks off the field after a road football game against Pike High School. Pickett said he has had quite a few injuries in the past but has used physical therapy as a way to strengthen his injured parts as well as his mind. Physical therapy has been used by many athletes around the world and is starting to become popular among high school athletes.

[Photo] Athletes with prior injuries reflect on physical therapy, explain benefits both physically, mentally

Hannah Baer
October 13, 2020
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[Photo] Q+A with new custodial head Bob Hargis

Clare Dierckman
October 28, 2019
Paige Fulkerson, senior and Hiking Hounds president, leads the first Hiking Hounds meeting of the year. According to Fulkerson, the club’s call-out meeting took place on Oct. 8.

[Photo] Walk Through Nature: Senior Paige Fulkerson discusses improved Hiking Hounds club

Viyang Hao, Laasya Mamidipalli, and Pranav Jothirajah
October 24, 2019
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[Photo] Tyler Burnett

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Karolena Zhou

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Sarah Zheng

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Victoria Nopporn

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[Photo] Daniel Kim

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Clare Dierckman

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Andrew Caito

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Aniket Biswal

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[Photo] Grace Belt

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[Photo] Cady Armstrong

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[Photo] Isabella White

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[Photo] Shruthi Ravichandran

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[Photo] Maddie Kosc

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[Photo] Sarah Kim

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[Photo] Marvin Fan

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[Photo] Anushka Dasgupta

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Raphael Li

October 4, 2019
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[Photo] Senior Sammie Choudhary

May 23, 2019
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[Photo] Senior Loraine Lee

May 23, 2019
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[Photo] Senior Cate Harden

January 24, 2019
Sophomore Elizabeth Hedrick and French 3 student pops open a bottle of sparkling apple cider to pour for her “French family” during her food day in her B2 French class on Dec. 18. The class was separated into four groups, each group being a “family", where each pair in a family was tasked with bringing a traditional holiday dish to share with the rest of their family.

[Photo] LiteBox Showcase- January 2019

January 24, 2019
“This year I joined cross-country for the first time. I met a lot of people and the coaches were all really nice and it was overall a great experience. I joined because I needed to get in shape and so I thought it would be a great way to get in shape and some of my friends were doing it, so I joined and it’s was great.”

[Photo] Speak-ups: End of 2018

Karen Zhang
January 17, 2019
A student at the Statistics Carnival prepares to launch a doll at a game's target.

[Photo] Statistics Carnival

Emily Dexter
January 11, 2019
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[Photo] From the Heart: In face of excessive consumerism, students should consider making handmade gifts during holiday season

December 13, 2018
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[Photo] Popping Into Holiday Music: Upbeat nature of pop-style holiday music is superior to classic holiday music

Hannah Gretz
December 13, 2018
Freshman Ashnaya Gupta does a backhandspring on a balance beam. Gupta said the gymnastics scandals, while a huge problem within the gymnastics community, had comparatively little impact on her local gym.

[Photo] Unwanted Advances: Sexual abuse cases in gymnastics raise question of awareness at CHS

Leslie Huang, Calina He, and Wendy Zhu
November 16, 2018
A group of varsity cheerleaders perform a stunt with a flyer. The group practiced the stunt several times during the practice, so that they would perform it correctly during the football games.

[Photo] Competition Cheerleading to cheer on football team at their sectionals on Oct. 26.

Kelly Truax
October 24, 2018
Olivia Roop, softball player and sophomore hits a softball during practice. Roop played on both the CHS softball team and the Indiana Mustangs team this year.

[Photo] Softball team to compete in the North Central sectional on May 22

Kelly Truax
May 19, 2018
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[Photo] Q&A: Main Cafeteria Manger Holly Huepenbecker-Hull talks about the progress of the cafeteria this year.

Jordyn Blakey
May 20, 2018
Sophomore Olivia Roop hits a softball in the Hittrax sensor. The sensor tracked the speed of her hit, the angle she swung her bat and the area in which the softball would have traveled if on a real field.

[Photo] Softball team competed against Crown Point on May 12

Kelly Truax
May 19, 2018
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[Photo] Q&A with Distinguished Graduate Rachael Tan

Carolyn Zhang, Photographer
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Q&A with Prom Queen Kacey Mullens and Prom King Diego AranaGomez

Rebecca Qin, Photo Editor
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Q & A: Coach Aaron Bosket

May 18, 2018
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[Photo] My Spine Doesn’t Hold Me Back: CHS students discuss scoliosis, lack of awareness, impact on their daily lives

Anushka Dasgupta
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Short on STEM: CHS STEM teachers share thoughts on teaching qualifications as new Senate bill addressing teacher shortage is proposed

Michelle Yin
April 20, 2018
QUIZ WHIZ: Justin Yu, (front), Quiz Bowl club founder, team captain and junior, and other prospective members prepare to answer a practice question during the club call-out meeting this March. Yu said, “I noticed our school lacked a Quiz Bowl team and I thought it would be really useful for a lot of the students here to get together and form one and to compete in the competition. It would help to show the many talents the school has.”

[Photo] Club Spotlights 4/20

Anushka Dasgupta
April 20, 2018
Justin Yu (front), Quiz Bowl club founder, team captain and junior, and prospective members prepare to answer a practice question during the club call-out meeting on Tuesday, March 6. According to Yu, the club hopes to prepare two teams in order to attend one invitational or competition this year.

[Photo] New Club on the Block: Academic Team, Quiz Bowl Club, starts at CHS

Anushka Dasgupta
April 20, 2018
Robert Sanchez, Goalball Club president and sophomore, tapes down a temporary court. Sanchez said he might find a secondary sponsor due to Goalball Club sponsor Dave Romano’s commitments in the district as well as a track coach for Creekside Middle School.

[Photo] Goalball Club continues with plans to make court portable

Christina Yang
March 12, 2018
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[Photo] Photo Essay: Dance Marathon 2018

Rebecca Qin, Veronica Teeter, May Zhang
February 25, 2018
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