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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
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
Sophomore Fahed Badreddine listens attentively in his AP African American Studies class as his teacher, Mr. Ziegler, discusses LatinX Heritage month for the class bellringer on Oct. 1, 2024. The class was designed to provide accurate representation by providing more nuanced and up-to-date historical analysis on African American history. “In this class, I've learned that (African Americans) they're a lot more successful than what society and what (typical) textbooks portray them as,” Badreddine said.
Misinformation of U.S. history shapes inaccurate student opinions, harms minority students
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
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
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]
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
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
Mini Crossword: November 12
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
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: November 19
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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Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Word Search: November 15
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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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Isaac Hsu

Isaac Hsu, Entertainment Editor

Hey y’all! I’m Isaac Hsu and I’m super excited to serve as HiLite’s entertainment editors this year. In my previous year, I was reporter for entertainment and copy editor for news. Outside of HiLite, I run cross country, play the violin, and a bunch of other games. Looking forward to another great year!

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Varsity Valorant and Junior Shane Phillips loads into Valorant. The toxicity ingame is just something you have to expect to deal with, he said.

With increase of negativity online due to anonymity, students, teacher, weigh limiting free speech online for toxicity

Isaac Hsu
April 2, 2024
The thirst trap of water bottle consumption, losing "green" purpose

The thirst trap of water bottle consumption, losing “green” purpose

Isaac Hsu
March 14, 2024
Mock Trial members practice in room F102 for upcoming State finals. The meeting on Feb. 26 reviewed the court case with Mr. Browning. Rebecca Lee, Mock Trial President and senior, (left) said that the teams are preparing a lot for the trial.

Mock Trial attorneys practice speeches for State competition

Isaac Hsu
March 9, 2024
Q&A with students over Lunar New Year traditions, photo gallery of celebration at CCPL

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

Isaac Hsu
February 13, 2024
Review: “To Your Eternity” perfectly encapsulated the struggles, the memories, the people we meet in life [MUSE]

Review: “To Your Eternity” perfectly encapsulated the struggles, the memories, the people we meet in life [MUSE]

Isaac Hsu
February 7, 2024
Mock Trial members practice in club room F102 for upcoming regionals. The meeting on Feb 5. included two students attorneys practicing their speeches with Mr. Browning. Mr. Browning said he’s looking forward to the regionals competition and hopes all his teams qualify for the state competition.

Mock Trial attorneys practice speeches ahead of regionals competition

Isaac Hsu
February 7, 2024
Mock Trial members practice in club room F102 for the upcoming competitions. The meeting on Jan. 17 had all three teams individually work on the case.

Mock Trial members prepare for first competition

Isaac Hsu
January 18, 2024
Sequels are beneficial to both viewers, studios

Sequels are beneficial to both viewers, studios

Isaac Hsu
December 20, 2023
spotifty

[Photo] Q&A with students over Spotify Wrapped

Ayaan Nadeem and Jasmine Zhang
December 15, 2023
Mock Trial Sponsor Robert Browning holds the plaque of past Carmel victories at county in club room F102. “It’s great how we’ve been able to continue to win so many awards, these people are always so talented,” Browning said.

Mock Trial members continue to meet in separate teams to practice the case

Isaac Hsu
November 29, 2023
Legacy of Steve Irwin helps students, teacher learn about, connect with nature

Legacy of Steve Irwin helps students, teacher learn about, connect with nature

Isaac Hsu
November 15, 2023
Mock Trial President Rebecca Lee reads the trial contents in club room F102. The meeting on Nov. 1 covered case roles and team collaboration.

Mock Trial members meet in teams to prepare for competition

Isaac Hsu
November 8, 2023
Students, teacher discuss perception of skin issues

Students, teacher discuss perception of skin issues

Pahal Sehgal and Isaac Hsu
October 28, 2023
Mock Trial sponsor Robert Browning talks to Mock Trial members in club room F102 about creating teams. The meeting on Oct. 17 covered practice case contents and cooperation.

Mock Trial Tryouts Finish Early, Members Create Teams for Competition

Isaac Hsu
October 18, 2023
Q&A with students, discussing Halloween and Friday the 13th superstitions

Q&A with students, discussing Halloween and Friday the 13th superstitions

Laxumi Chandrakumar and Isaac Hsu
October 12, 2023
Junior Ava Luo puts books back on shelf at the Carmel Clay Public Library. She said local volunteering brings the community together.

CCPL celebrates a year of recreation and community engagement

Isaac Hsu
September 29, 2023
In light of ongoing Writers Guild of America strikes, learn about arguments, compromises

In light of ongoing Writers Guild of America strikes, learn about arguments, compromises

Isaac Hsu
September 26, 2023
Along for the Ride

Along for the Ride

Caitlin Follman, Isaac Hsu, Safin Khatri, Jane Martens, Maggie Meyer, Jillian Moore, Arjun Purohit, and Grace Guo
May 27, 2023
Students, teacher, food bank CEO address importance of community involvement, volunteering

Students, teacher, food bank CEO address importance of community involvement, volunteering

Isaac Hsu
May 11, 2023
TikTok needs to be regulated, but a ban is not the solution

TikTok needs to be regulated, but a ban is not the solution

Isaac Hsu
April 24, 2023
Review: “Land of the Lustrous” is a hidden gem of a show [MUSE]

Review: “Land of the Lustrous” is a hidden gem of a show [MUSE]

Isaac Hsu
April 1, 2023

Q&A with DECA officers on viral TikTok

Isaac Hsu
March 21, 2023
Mock Trial teams “The Understudies” and “Final Frontier” practiced for state finals on March 9. Vice President Jack McMurtray guides the discussion during a mock meeting.

Mock Trial competes at state finals

Isaac Hsu
March 21, 2023
AI gives normal people creative privilege and outlets

AI gives normal people creative privilege and outlets

Isaac Hsu
March 13, 2023
Mock Trial members competed at the Hamilton County courthouse on Feb. 15. Mock Trial team “Understudies” pose for a photo after their victory in the quarter-finals.

Mock Trial Club entering quarter-finals in county tournament

Isaac Hsu
February 28, 2023
Mock Trial members met after school in room F102 on Jan. 10. Club sponsor Robert Browning explains the Mock Trial competition rules and expectations.

Mock Trial Club to compete at county

Isaac Hsu
February 1, 2023
Kanye West, among many celebrities, have complicated their public image by voicing own beliefs

Kanye West, among many celebrities, have complicated their public image by voicing own beliefs

Isaac Hsu
January 20, 2023
Mock Trial members met after school in room F102 on Nov. 30. Club sponsor Robert Browning discussed the breakdown of the witness summary.

Mock Trial Club meets with their new team

Isaac Hsu
December 6, 2022
Review: Reasons to watch "Chainsaw Man" [MUSE]

Review: Reasons to watch “Chainsaw Man” [MUSE]

Isaac Hsu
December 6, 2022
Mock Trial members met after school in room F102 on Nov. 9. The meeting allowed the entire team to meet with each other and discuss plans for practices.

Mock Trial Club meets with the new team, plan for future competitions

Isaac Hsu
November 13, 2022
As the fall season arrives, students and teachers "fall" into trends

As the fall season arrives, students and teachers “fall” into trends

Isaac Hsu
October 19, 2022
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[Photo] Columbus Day approaches, school curriculums glorify harmful historic figures

HiLite Staff
October 10, 2022

Mock Trial meets and practices for tryouts

Isaac Hsu
October 7, 2022
Students should spend more time offline to prioritize productivity

Students should spend more time offline to prioritize productivity

Isaac Hsu
September 12, 2022
Emma Chen (left), We Have All Music (WHAM) member and senior and Hilary Yang (right), WHAM member and freshman, practice violin at their practice on Aug. 28, 2022. The student-run orchestra practiced to prepare for their performance at the Palladium which will take place on Sept. 28, 2022.

[Photo] With upcoming Palladium performance, learn more about We Have All Music (WHAM)

Nora Mariano
September 16, 2022
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