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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
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Megan Xia & Abigail Lee
Stereotypes faced by twins shape expectations, identity
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Hatching Plans Interactive JAM
Indy 500
Indy 500
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Reflection after a trend: The USC Ice Bucket Challenge
Reflection after a trend: The USC Ice Bucket Challenge
Graphic Perspective: Fall vs. spring ACEs
Graphic Perspective: Fall vs. spring ACEs
Staff Editorial: The current prom date needs to change
Staff Editorial: The current prom date needs to change
Opposing Column: Digital exams are more beneficial for students
Opposing Column: Digital exams are more beneficial for students
Opposing Column: Paper exams are more beneficial for students
Opposing Column: Paper exams are more beneficial for students
Principal Tim Phares sits in the Administration Office. Phares said administration will continue to work towards excellence at CHS.
Administration to prepare for next year
History teacher William Ellery helps a student revise an exam. Ellery said working with students is the fulfilling part of teaching.
CCS school board presents service awards
Content gatherer and sophomore Avika Rajmane looks over a spread during SSRT on May 1. Rajmane said, “Even though the yearbook is done. We are putting the final touches on the spring supplement.”
Pinnacle staff closes out production cycle with end of year party
Science Olympiad participants compete in an engineering event at the Regional competition on Feb. 22 hosted by Butler University. Participants said their events were going well.
Science Olympiad team prepares to compete at Nationals on May 23-24
Aneesha Singh (left), TASSEL co-president and senior, and Christopher Tichindelean (right), TASSEL vice president and senior, lead a TASSEL meeting. Singh said, "We hope to provide more vocational opportunities for (our students) in the future. Learning English in addition to their native language Khmer can open a lot of doors in receiving higher education. "
Club Spotlight: TASSEL
Japan-America Society of Indiana (JASI) members play traditional taiko drums at the Cherry Blossom Festival on May 4. There were many different Japanese performances at the festival including samurai cosplays and traditional dances.
Japanese cherry blossom festival creates appreciation for Japanese-American culture
Sophomore Elon Yuckman works on Chemistry homework at the CHS library on April 26, 2025. “(To keep up with my classes) I spend a lot of time in SSRT doing homework and prioritize the most important classes first,” Yuckman said.
Academic hierarchies play a role in student course decision, academic pressure
Teen Services Librarian Zach Reynolds works at Carmel Clay Public Library (CCPL) and shelves books at the local library on March 26, 2025. Reynolds has an education of a Master of Library & Information Science - MLIS, Children and Youth Library Services from Indiana University Indianapolis. This master's has allowed Reynolds to work as a Carmel Clay schools Library Media Center Assistant as well as a CCPL Teen Librarian.
Students benefit from evolving role of libraries as community centers
Sophomore Isabella Duffy talks into her microphone and practices her script on April 21. Duffy said she tries to remain objective when reporting the news but can sometimes let her opinions influence her reporting.
Journalism’s fine line: objectivity vs. perspective
Best Buddies president Cora Lammers strikes a pose with her buddy Alyson Barnett on Sep. 26, 2024. Barnett and Lammers participated in the Best Buddies match party. Lammers said the match party allows all one-on-one matches to meet and hang out with each other.
Autism Awareness Month plays crucial role in reducing stigma, promoting inclusivity
Erica Lai trains indoors for inline speed skating. Lai said she wants to continue skating after high school. (Submitted: Erica Lai)
Athlete Spotlight: Erica Lai on speed skating
Senior Briggs Griffin, a Carmel varsity Lacrosse player circles up with the team before facing Hamilton Southeastern on May 2nd.
Photo Essay: Boys Varsity Lacrosse vs HSE
Going Pro After High School: Risk or Reward?
Going Pro After High School: Risk or Reward?
Senior Amanda Ailes signs with the Huntington Foresters volleyball team on Feb 22. Ailes said one of the ways she’s been continuing with her commitment to Huntington is by communicating with her future coach and attending the games of her future team. (Photo: Submitted)
Student Athletes, College Counselor evaluate differences in paths of athletic collegiate commitments
Senior Sophie Mock gives her team a pep talk before the varsity Lacrosse game starts on April 17. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
CHS students navigate recruitment gap in sports
Junior Harper Roan plays Sandra Templeton opposite senior Isaiah Henderson playing Edward Bloom. The show will run from May 15 to 17.
“Big Fish” Photo Gallery
Book-to-screen adaptations should enhance stories, not change them completely
Book-to-screen adaptations should enhance stories, not change them completely
Banned Books Club founders, media specialist discuss importance of reading banned books
Banned Books Club founders, media specialist discuss importance of reading banned books
Jazz a La Mode Photo Gallery
Jazz a La Mode Photo Gallery
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet (opinion)
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet (opinion)
Q&A with Will Spence on Longest Day fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Awareness
Q&A with Will Spence on Longest Day fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Awareness
Q&A with sophomore Atharva Sahu on National Alliance for Mental Illness 5K
Q&A with sophomore Atharva Sahu on National Alliance for Mental Illness 5K
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Juniors Anya Stephenson and Maggie Miller smile for a selfie. Stephenson and Miller created Patchwork Promise, an initiative to donate upcycled tote bags.
Q&A with juniors Anya Stephenson and Maggie Miller on Patchwork Promise
Statpad, the SAT practice site, is available both as an app and as a website. “We’re working to get it unblocked (on Chromebooks),” Junior Derek Yang said.
Q&A with juniors Derek Yang and Brandon Li on SAT practice app
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: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
Humans of CHS: USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge
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: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Month In Review: April 2025
Month In Review: April 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Ambassador members perform their show, 'Road to El Dorado', at the dress rehearsal for 'An Evening of Show Choir' on Mar. 3. The show will take place Mar. 6.
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Month In Review: February 2025
Month In Review: February 2025
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 2
Wordle: May 2
Connections: May 1
Connections: May 1
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 30
Mini Crossword: April 29
Mini Crossword: April 29
Connections: May 1
Connections: May 1
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 2
Connections: April 2
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Mini Crossword: April 29
Mini Crossword: April 29
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: March 6
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 7
Wordle: May 2
Wordle: May 2
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: April 2
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: March 7
Quiz: What Snapple tea are you?
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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Jasmine Y. Zhang

Jasmine Y. Zhang, News Editor

hey! i’m jasmine (also known as batman) and i was formerly a news reporter and now a news editor for the hilite staff this year! outside of hilite, i’m the pf debate co-team captain and i love listening to music, making sandwiches, and hanging out with my dog! i also work at panera on north michigan road so you should all come visit :)

All content by Jasmine Y. Zhang
Zombie Watch

Zombie Watch

Emma Hu and Jasmine Zhang
April 15, 2025

Quiz: What Snapple tea are you?

Jasmine Zhang
April 1, 2025
Greyhound Connections has its own SSRT to make it easier for students to find them and ask for help. Junior Cora Shea, co-president of Greyhound Connections, said, “This event was a good representation of what [Greyhound Connections] does and helped everyone who attended be better at their role in Greyhound Connections.”

Greyhound Connections members return from Meet a Friend event, excited to share lessons

Jasmine Zhang
March 23, 2025
Opposing Columns: Love Languages: Physical Touch

Opposing Columns: Love Languages: Physical Touch

Jasmine Y. Zhang
February 14, 2025

The new Gen Z love

Anthony Pho and Jasmine Y. Zhang
February 13, 2025
Juniors Krish Gajaria and Andrew Fechtman pose for a picture at their most recent Pages for Progress event. Gajaria said, "One of the most rewarding aspects of Pages for Progress has been the overwhelming support and enthusiasm from the community." (Submitted Photo: Krish Gajaria)

Club Spotlight: Pages for Progress

Jasmine Zhang
January 26, 2025
Semester In Review: Fall 2024

Semester In Review: Fall 2024

Yeonwoo Cho, Caitlin Follman, Kodai Fujita, Anuj Gupta, Avani Gupta, Lucy Han, Anoushka Jena, Aida Karim, Abigail Lee, Ella Lu, Nora Mariano, Allie Thompson, and Jasmine Y. Zhang
December 30, 2024
Review: Dress to Impress’s Christmas update beats the Halloween update, checks all boxes [MUSE]

Review: Dress to Impress’s Christmas update beats the Halloween update, checks all boxes [MUSE]

Jasmine Y. Zhang
December 29, 2024
Sophomores Shambavi Muralidaren and Alex Mi practice their presentations about Endocrinology during their G4 human body systems class on Dec. 10, 2024 in Alyssa Ament's room. They successfully completed their practice and continued to review for the assessment. “We’ve been in the rigorous process of preparing our final slides presentation, I think we’ll do good,” Mi said.

Students, assistant principal wait for feedback on new ACE schedule, anticipate challenges, benefits

Jasmine Zhang
December 16, 2024
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

Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 22, 2024
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving

Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving

Jasmine Y. Zhang and Anthony Pho
November 18, 2024
Greyhound Connections has its own SSRT and will be preparing to compete in the Care to Share fundraiser. Rubchinsky said, "Any SSRT can participate and set a fundraising goal, which is super nice because it allows everyone to help raise money.”

Greyhound Connections members, leadership prepare to participate in fundraiser

Jasmine Zhang
October 8, 2024
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

Anthony Pho and Jasmine Y. Zhang
September 19, 2024
Junior Allison Shen challenges freshmen to solve a math problem for a chance at free candy at the Freshmen Activities Fair during SSRT on August 22 in the Freshmen Cafeteria. Shen had been walking around the cafeteria and posing this challenge to many freshmen in hopes of increasing the membership of Math Club and standing out among other stands by actively seeking out members. Submitted by Shawn Feng

Greyhound Connections members, leadership discuss success of the beginning of the new year

Jasmine Zhang
September 13, 2024
Students learn about new clubs at the Freshman Club Fair on August 22nd. Sophomore Rajeev Singh said the activities fair was a great way to connect with students and get them to join various clubs.

Freshmen transitioning into CHS eased by implemented measures, alleviates stress

Jasmine Y. Zhang
September 13, 2024
Is it the end for cultural phenomenon "It Ends With Us"?

Is it the end for cultural phenomenon “It Ends With Us”?

Jasmine Y. Zhang
September 11, 2024
McMillan stands with his siblings, Merilee, his older sister, and Abby, his younger sister, for a photo. McMillan said he encourages middle children to develop positive relationships with their siblings and parents. (Submitted Photo: Park McMillan)

Middle children work to overcome being overshadowed by siblings

Jasmine Y. Zhang
August 11, 2024
The Arts and Country Craft Fair presents a variety of home decor, artful apparel and gifts. The fair invited people to shop from local artists to support programs for veterans.

Arts and Country Craft Fair to support veterans through local art show

Jasmine Y. Zhang
May 10, 2024
English teacher Tony Dunham shows off the present he got for Teacher Appreciation Week to his students. Dunham said, “It’s also really nice to get that recognition and appreciation at the end of the year where everyone is in their final push to show that the effort we put in paid off."

[Photo] Students, teacher reflect on importance of teacher appreciation

Ayaan Nadeem
May 9, 2024
Q&A with students, teachers about upcoming orchestra trip to Germany, Austria

Q&A with students, teachers about upcoming orchestra trip to Germany, Austria

Jasmine Zhang
May 7, 2024
Charisma will be hosting tryouts for members at the end of May. Elliot Gabey, sophomore and member of the Coquettes and Charisma dance teams, said she has been honing her skills through competitive dance.

Charisma to prepare for tryouts, training in the off-season

Jasmine Zhang
April 20, 2024
Juniors Ava Luckenbill and Ally Swearingen attend the writing fair on April 20. Luckenbill and Swearingen wrote the book "Moose Can Too!"

Local teens to host writing fair on April 20, emphasizes representation of teen writers

Jasmine Y. Zhang
April 19, 2024
Charisma works on their routine for the season. Elliot Gabey, member of the Charisma and Coquettes dance teams and sophomore, said she has maintained her skills at her dance studio.

Charisma to host tryouts next month

Jasmine Zhang
April 18, 2024
Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping

Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping

Jasmine Y. Zhang
April 11, 2024
holicelebration

[Photo] South Asian students, club sponsor, discuss significance of Holi

Ayaan Nadeem
March 24, 2024
Customers gather at the Indiana Flower and Patio Show on March 9. The final day of the Indiana Flower and Patio Show is March 17th. Tickets are available online or at the gate.

2024 Indiana Flower, Patio Show to close soon, highlights the importance of gardening

Jasmine Y. Zhang
March 14, 2024
Students, coach discuss effectiveness of morning practice

Students, coach discuss effectiveness of morning practice

Jasmine Y. Zhang
March 2, 2024
Review: Season two of “Our Flag Means Death” is a disappointing sequel to the groundbreaking first season [MUSE]

Review: Season two of “Our Flag Means Death” is a disappointing sequel to the groundbreaking first season [MUSE]

Jasmine Y. Zhang
March 1, 2024
Junior Cole Terbush plays hockey for the Indy Fuel Academy. Terbush said he enjoys how being a student athlete keeps him busy. (Submitted Photo: Cole Terbush)

Athlete Spotlight: Junior Cole Terbush balances hockey and ballet

Jasmine Y. Zhang
March 1, 2024
Samantha Price, head coach of the Coquettes, debriefs with the members of the team after running through their choreography. She said that becoming the head coach was a huge transition for her and the members of the team.

Coquettes ends successful season, continues training outside of the team

Jasmine Zhang
February 28, 2024
Junior Meron Michael draws red flowers on a child's face.

CCPL Chinese New Year event to represent Chinese traditions in Carmel, emphasizes importance of cultural heritage

Jasmine Y. Zhang
February 13, 2024
The Coquettes clean up their final routine. Young said that this season has been a huge success.

Coquettes to end the season with great success

Jasmine Zhang
February 8, 2024
Q&A with Jasper Zhu, Congressional App Challenge winner and sophomore

Q&A with Jasper Zhu, Congressional App Challenge winner and sophomore

Jasmine Y. Zhang
January 26, 2024
Time spent together should be cherished, spent offline

Time spent together should be cherished, spent offline

Jasmine Zhang
January 25, 2024
Students, counselor, teacher debunk AP and IB stereotypes, discuss how to find best fit for students

Students, counselor, teacher debunk AP and IB stereotypes, discuss how to find best fit for students

Jenny Li and Jasmine Y. Zhang
January 14, 2024
Review: “A Little Life” by Hanya Yanagihara is the epitome of a heartwrenching masterpiece [MUSE]

Review: “A Little Life” by Hanya Yanagihara is the epitome of a heartwrenching masterpiece [MUSE]

Jasmine Y. Zhang
January 11, 2024

Humans of CHS: What is your favorite Christmas memory and why?

Mahitha Konjeti and Jasmine Y. Zhang
December 25, 2023
Spelling It Out

Spelling It Out

Caitlin Follman, Emma Hu, Ayaan Nadeem, Deesha Roopesh, Leying Yang, and Jasmine Zhang
December 20, 2023
Students, German teacher praise Carmel’s new German sister city, talk about cultural exchange

Students, German teacher praise Carmel’s new German sister city, talk about cultural exchange

Jasmine Y. Zhang
December 16, 2023
Q&A with students over Spotify Wrapped

Q&A with students over Spotify Wrapped

Ayaan Nadeem and Jasmine Zhang
December 15, 2023
The Coquettes strike their starting pose for their routine. Wolff said they have made a lot of progress through this season.

Coquettes to continue season with new coach

Jasmine Zhang
November 29, 2023
Carmel Clay Public Library (CCPL) hosts an exhibit featuring Carmel's sister city Kawachinagano throughout the month of November. Dawn Boarman, coordinator for the exhibit and youth services librarian, said the exhibit aims to promote cultural diversity and education.

CCPL Kawachinagano exhibit honors Japanese culture, sparks discussions about importance of diversity and cultural education

Emma Hu and Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 27, 2023
With trade school enrollment rising, work-based learning coordinator, students, work to combat stigma

With trade school enrollment rising, work-based learning coordinator, students, work to combat stigma

Mahitha Konjeti and Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 24, 2023

Humans of CHS: Students try to name each other’s favorite Taylor Swift songs within seconds

Emma Hu and Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 16, 2023

Coquettes to start season, unique pressure on juniors

Jasmine Zhang
November 8, 2023
Young voters excited to vote, select new Carmel mayor

Young voters excited to vote, select new Carmel mayor

Emma Hu and Jasmine Y. Zhang
October 31, 2023
Students, coach weigh benefits, harms of gym addiction

Students, coach weigh benefits, harms of gym addiction

Jasmine Zhang
October 31, 2023
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[Photo] Students, teacher examine glorification of historical figures

Nora Mariano and Katie Maurer
October 25, 2023
Q&A with Assistant Superintendent Tom Oestreich, discussing fall break length

Q&A with Assistant Superintendent Tom Oestreich, discussing fall break length

Jasmine Y. Zhang
October 6, 2023
Place Your Bets

Place Your Bets

Kent Fujita, Roman Gralak, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Asini Jayarapu, Mahitha Konjeti, Abigail Lee, Jane Martens, Ayaan Nadeem, Leying Yang, and Jasmine Zhang
September 22, 2023

Charisma ends season, last performance at pep rally

Jasmine Y. Zhang
September 21, 2023
Students, counselors weigh benefits, drawbacks of new Indiana bill

Students, counselors weigh benefits, drawbacks of new Indiana bill

Jasmine Y. Zhang
September 18, 2023
Charisma rehearses their second routine this season. Head Coach Sarah Wolff said the team adjusted well this year even without seniors and dance captains.

Charisma to start season as youngest team in CHS history

Jasmine Zhang
August 29, 2023
Freshman Franklin Vrtis plays his game Roundabouts with his father. He said that he was inspired to make a tile based game from another popular card game, "Carcasonne."

Q&A with freshman Franklin Vrtis, board game design, business

Jasmine Zhang
April 29, 2023
Rachel Wu, member of Symphony Orchestra and senior, looks up at Director of Orchestras Thomas Chen, as he conducts the Symphony Orchestra during after-school rehearsal.. According to Wu, “It’s important to pay attention to the conductor so we’re all playing on-beat.”

Carmel Orchestras to perform at ISSMA, new orchestra room opens

Jasmine Zhang
April 12, 2023
Senior Camren Avant shows off his new hoodies for his clothing brand (Avant Virtues). Camren hopes that through his clothing brand people realize that "people realize that you can actually talk to people without being judged about things like mental health."

Q&A with Camren Avant on self made clothing brand surrounding Mental Health

Jasmine Zhang
March 9, 2023
Rachel Wu, member of Symphony Orchestra and senior, looks up at her tuner to match her pitch accordingly. According to Wu, they have to get to rehearsal a few minutes early, so they have time to set up, tune and get ready.

Carmel Orchestras to move to newly renovated orchestra room

Jasmine Zhang
March 9, 2023
Sophomore Augustus Dagasuhan poses in front of alligator statues at the Dahilayan Adventure Park on the Philippine island of Mindanao in 2013. He said that due to the Philippines' economy, the park is a great vacation spot.

Q&A with sophomore Augustus Dagasuhan on living in the Philippines

Jasmine Zhang
February 7, 2023
Rachel Wu, member of Symphony Orchestra and senior, studies her music sheet and practices her fingering before after-school rehearsal. According to Wu, “It helps to look through the piece before we start playing together.”

Carmel Orchestras to perform Winter Concert on Feb. 14

Jasmine Zhang
January 28, 2023
Yi Lin Yang, president of the Digital Health Club presents how to help cure Parkinson's disease. She said they are currently working on a machine learning program to remove the effects of the disease from people's speech.

Q&A with Yi Lin Yang, Digital Health Club founder and senior

Jasmine Zhang
January 24, 2023
Rachel Wu, member of Symphony Orchestra and senior, plays a piece during rehearsal after school. According to Wu, “I am really honored to be able to play piano for this show.”

Carmel Orchestra to perform in Holiday Spectacular

Jasmine Zhang
November 21, 2022
Senior Angela Peng, fashion YouTuber shows off her channel analytics. Peng said she loves interacting with people who comment on her YouTube videos.

Q&A with senior Angela Peng on fashion, creating YouTube content

Jasmine Zhang
September 26, 2022
Darcie Stanisic, fashion and textiles teacher, shows off a page of her design portfolio. Stanisic said she first became interested in making clothes in middle school.

Q&A with fashion teacher Darcie Stanisic on designing, creating clothes

Jasmine Zhang
September 19, 2022
Senior Clizia Martini drinks bubble tea.

With National Bubble Tea Day on April 30, students discuss significance, history of bubble tea in Asia, United States

Michelle Wan and Jasmine Zhang
April 28, 2022
Rachel Wu, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, plays a piece during after-school rehearsal. According to Wu, “I am really excited to perform at Carnegie Hall.”

Carmel Orchestras to perform at Carnegie Hall

Jasmine Zhang
March 23, 2022
Director of Orchestras Thomas Chen conducts the Carmel Symphony Orchestra during after-school rehearsal. 

Carmel Orchestras reflect on winter concert, prepare for ISSMA state performance

Jasmine Zhang
February 25, 2022

Carmel Orchestras push back rehearsal times

Jasmine Zhang
September 10, 2021
Q&A with student body president (SBP) Ellis Nou, speaker of the House (SOH) Julia Muller

Q&A with student body president (SBP) Ellis Nou, speaker of the House (SOH) Julia Muller

Jasmine Zhang
August 12, 2021
Theatre student and sophomore Theodore Curtis practices his lines and his part in preparation for the “Radio Mystery Theatre.” The cast held their show on Nov. 12 through Nov. 14. The radio show focused on a murder mystery and how the case was solved.

Theater students, faculty discover sense of community, excitement for remainder of year

Jasmine Zhang, Student Section Reporter
April 23, 2021

Carmel Orchestras to record for ISSMA

Jasmine Zhang
April 20, 2021

ISSMA to take place virtually

Jasmine Zhang
March 31, 2021
Chloe Chui, senior

Chloe Chui, senior

Jasmine Zhang, Student Section Reporter
March 25, 2021

Carmel Orchestras to compete in ISSMA this year

Jasmine Zhang
March 11, 2021

Carmel Orchestras resume rehearsals

Jasmine Zhang
February 16, 2021
Sophomore Anabelle Yang (right) and freshman Samantha Lin (left) take a picture while spending time together. Yang and Lin have been friends for over 10 years, and like to spend time together whenever possible.

As Feb. 14 approaches, students learn to balance their relationships—both platonic and romantic—with other commitments

Jasmine Zhang, Student Section Reporter
February 13, 2021

Carmel Orchestras rehearsals canceled

Jasmine Zhang
January 24, 2021

Students, teachers recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day, how Black Lives Matter movements have affected its importance

Jasmine Zhang, Student Section Reporter
January 19, 2021
Staff member Carla Baker poses with her Canadian National Women’s World Cup team plaque, jersey, and Canadian flag. She played in the 25th Anniversary Tournament against France, Italy, and the US.

Q&A with staff member Carla Baker on soccer career with Canadian national team

Jasmine Zhang
January 16, 2021
Olivia Reynolds, sophomore

Olivia Reynolds, sophomore

Jasmine Zhang, Student Section Reporter
December 7, 2020
Mallorey Cheslock, freshman

Mallorey Cheslock, freshman

Jasmine Zhang, Student Section Reporter
December 7, 2020

Carmel Orchestras after-school rehearsals canceled

Jasmine Zhang
November 22, 2020
Director of Orchestras Thomas Chen conducts the Carmel Symphony Orchestra during after-school rehearsal. Chen said all of the precautions such as  physical distancing, wearing masks, and disinfecting are in place during rehearsal.

Carmel Symphony Orchestra finishes Fall Concert

Jasmine Zhang
November 10, 2020
Q&A with students on new library location

Q&A with students on new library location

Jasmine Zhang
November 7, 2020
Rachel Wu, member of Symphony Orchestra and sophomore, plays a piece during after-school rehearsal. Wu said she is excited to perform under different circumstances for the fall concert this year. 

Orchestras prepare for upcoming fall concert

Jasmine Zhang
October 30, 2020

Students in Carmel Orchestras take precautionary measures against COVID-19

Jasmine Zhang
September 30, 2020
Senior Alex Oritz wears a typical "Bomba" and "Plena" outfit, typically used to do traditional dances tracing back to afroindigenous roots.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, students connect, honor their Hispanic background in different ways.

and Jasmine Zhang
September 14, 2020

Carmel Dad’s Club athletes to prepare for upcoming tournaments

Jasmine Zhang
October 26, 2019
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