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Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Asini Jayarapu and Emma Hu
Culture influences continue to modernize ballet
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
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Wicked
The Wicked
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Club sponsor Matthew Cinkoske works at his desk. Cinkoske said the Quiz Bowl members have grown in their strengths. “Everyone works hard, they’re in high-level classes, and they want to do their best,” Cinkoske said.
Quiz Bowl prepares for second semester, reflects on end of semester
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
Claire Barbour, the Sugar Plum fairy at the CIDE performance, poses for professional ballet photos. This is Barbour’s second time performing the nutcracker, a very important role in the performance this year. Barbour said, "I hope to show them that if you have a dream or a dream role, like the Sugar Plum was to me, to never stop chasing it and to never give up.” (Submitted Photo: Claire Barbour)
Central Indiana Dance Ensemble performs annual Nutcracker production
Superintendent Michael Beresford informs the board that renaming the court has been in the works since 2020. Beresford said the global pandemic threw a wrench in these plans, but they are finally back on track.
CHS to rename basketball court
Senior Kaden Rush practices a piece on the violin during the Cultural Exchange Project’s performance rehearsal at CHS on Dec. 9, 2024. As the president of CEP, Rush handled scheduling meetings throughout the year.
Club Spotlight: Cultural Exchange Project
Sophomore Atharva Sahu poses with his younger brother and paternal grandparents in his grandparent’s rural village of Kathonda, India on Dec. 10, 2019. Sahu visited his grandparents’ old house, which they had left over 40 years ago. Sahu said, “You are able to get a sense of how other people in different situations and environments live.” (Submitted Photo: Atharva Sahu)
Communication plays an important role in distant family connections
Sophomore Ellen Rozmaryn volunteers at a small museum in Christkindlmarkt. Rozmaryn said this experience strengthened her connections to the community.
Christkindlmarkt volunteers build personal cultural awareness
Senior Feryal Haider uses ChatGPT to solve math problems on a whiteboard on Dec. 3. Haider said effective AI use has helped her perform better in school.
Teacher, students weigh benefits, drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in education
David Fronek, a finance and investment teacher, teaches the class different investment strategies on Nov. 7, at Carmel High School. “The internet provides access to significantly more information and knowledge about how to invest and what investments are available,” Fronek said.
Students, teacher evaluate the rise of youth participation in the stock market, positive effects
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.
Hindu students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Photoessay : Women's Basketball Game Dec. 10
Photoessay : Women’s Basketball Game Dec. 10
Senior Ethan Zhang gets ready as he prepares for his state swim meet. In this meet CHS became the 2024 state champions. (Submitted photo: Ethan Zhang)
Athlete Spotlight: Ethan Zhang on committing to Columbia University
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Senior Grace Kim plays tennis with a brace after recovering from her ACL tear. Kim said she's played more cautiously since she sustained her injury. (Submitted photo: Grace Kim)
Athletes, coach reflect on impact of injuries on athletics
Nov 13. Assistant coach Andy Markowitz runs through drills with the team, helping them understand the concept and importance of the drill and how it correlates to playing on the field.
Students, coaches analyze benefits and drawbacks of transitions between coaches
Isaiah Henderson, Ambassador's member and senior, performs his solo for the song "The Greatest Snow" alongside Greyhound Sound members on Dec. 3 in the Dale E. Graham Auditorium for the final rehearsal of Holiday Spectacular. Holiday Spectacular was split into two different acts with an intermission in between.
Holiday Spectacular Q&A with students
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Singer Louis Tomlinson performs at Everwise Amphitheater on Jun. 7. The English singer-songwriter was touring on the Faith in the Future World Tour.
Students, economics teachers discuss rise in concert attendance despite dramatic increase in ticket prices
"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]
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
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
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: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
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
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Month In Review: November 2024
Month In Review: November 2024
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
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
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Word Search: November 26
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 23
Mini Crossword: October 23
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
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Word Search: November 26
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Word Search: November 15
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Word Search: October 31
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Word Search: October 23
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: The premise of "Culinary Class Wars" is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Review: The premise of “Culinary Class Wars” is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Introducing: "The Muses Who Stole Christmas," a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Introducing: “The Muses Who Stole Christmas,” a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Review: "Meet Me Next Christmas" is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: “Meet Me Next Christmas” is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: "Gilmore Girls", the perfect fall show [MUSE]
Review: “Gilmore Girls”, the perfect fall show [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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Changing Golf: Players, coaches discuss impact new golf rule changes have on team

Changing Golf: Players, coaches discuss impact new golf rule changes have on team

Jess Canaley and Uday Lomada
May 23, 2019
Thrower and senior Mea McCormack competes in shot put during a meet in the regular season. The women’s track team heads into the post-season with Sectionals on May 14.

CHS Women’s Track Team Heads Into Post-Season Tournament

Jess Canaley
May 15, 2019
Award Acceptance: Sloan Goldblatt, football player and senior, poses with his father after receiving his varsity letter. Goldblatt said the varsity letter was a goal and represented leadership and hard work.

Earning Honor; Athletics department defines meaning of varsity letter, ways of obtaining one

Jess Canaley
March 22, 2019
Head to head: Wrestler and sophomore Jacob Smith goes against wrestler and senior Cameron Bacon during practice on Feb. 13. The wrestling team went to state on Feb. 16.

Wrestle with this: As success of CHS wrestling team continues to grow, athletes share insight on physicality of wrestling

Jess Canaley
February 22, 2019
Head Coach Ryan Osborn helps senior Karsten Windlan with a drill during practice. The team is now preparing for its last home game followed by the first round of sectionals.

CHS Men’s Basketball Team Rises to Number One

Jess Canaley
February 21, 2019
The CHS men’s basketball team practices in the Blue and Gold gym for their tough regular season schedule. The rigor of opponents helps prepare the hounds for the more meaningful games down the road in the postseason, according to Osborn.

CHS men’s basketball team is back on track after defeating Ben Davis

Jess Canaley
January 29, 2019
Keepin’ it Cool: Athletes, coaches explain decline of bad sportsmanship, reasons behind it

Keepin’ it Cool: Athletes, coaches explain decline of bad sportsmanship, reasons behind it

Jess Canaley
January 24, 2019
Erin Trimpe, women’s basketball head coach, encourages her team before their first game against the Homestead Spartans on Nov. 3. Trimpe said she always wants to see her team be aggressive.

Women’s basketball team benefits from strong role model coach

Jess Canaley
December 13, 2018

CHS Girls’ Cross Country End High School Season with Fourth Place at State

Jess Canaley
November 15, 2018
Synchronized Rowing: Charli Ulmer, rower and Zionsville High School junior, rows with her team. While practicing, rowers pay attention to their form and their place compared to other rowers in their boat.

As popularity of rowing increases, athletes look to continue in college despite limited scholarships

Jess Canaley
October 25, 2018
Members of the CHS women’s cross country warm up before practice. The team recently came in fourth place at the Regional meet, qualifying for Semistate.

CHS Women’s Cross Country Team Finishes Fourth in Regionals, Advances to Semi-State

Jess Canaley
October 21, 2018
Senior runners of the women’s cross country team help start off stretches before a practice leading up to the MIC tournament. McCormack, pictured far right, is excited to see how the team will perform in their upcoming race.

CHS Women’s Cross Country Team Headed to MIC Championship Meet Sat. Sept. 22

Jess Canaley
September 21, 2018
CHS men’s lacrosse coaches and players practice outside at Murray Stadium earlier this week. The team continues to give the championship effort in order to win against Cathedral.

CHS men’s lacrosse team faced defending State Champions

Jess Canaley
May 12, 2018
The CHS men’s lacrosse team celebrates following a goal at its game against Zionsville. The hounds walked out with a win for its first game of the season.

Week of March 16 in review

Jess Canaley
March 25, 2018
The men’s Varsity lacrosse team practices during the preseason at Grand Park. The team will play its first official season game on Fri. March 16.

CHS men’s lacrosse faces Brebeuf Braves in scrimmage

Jess Canaley
March 18, 2018
Luke Heady, varsity basketball player and junior, checks his socks during a practice. As a game ritual, Heady wears the same pair of socks during every game.

CHS Men’s JV Basketball Team Season Wrap Up

Jess Canaley
March 3, 2018
A look at CHS athletes who plan to play collegiate sports

A look at CHS athletes who plan to play collegiate sports

Jess Canaley, Editor
February 23, 2018
TEAM WORK: Mark Allen, varsity lacrosse player and senior, clears the ball out during a drill at practice. The team practices game-like scenarios to sharpen their skills on the field come competition.

[Photo] The addition of lacrosse adds new challenges for both women’s and men’s teams

Kelly Truax, Reporter
February 23, 2018
The boys’ basketball team practices for their upcoming game against Noblesville. Currently, JV and varsity have a 2-1 win to loss record.

CHS JV Boys’ Basketball Team Prepares to Face Noblesville

Jess Canaley
December 11, 2017

CHS boys’ basketball team scheduled to face off against Zionsville for season opener

Jess Canaley
November 26, 2017
The cheerleading team warm up with static before an afternoon practice. A normal practice consists of dynamic and static stretching, and team and individual skills.

CHS Cheer Team to Travel to Pendleton for Competition

Jess Canaley
October 7, 2017
Teammates Marissa Kepler (left), McKenna Abbey (middle), and Taylor Gallagher (right), stretch as part of the team’s warm-ups. The team has recently been removed from the competition at Purdue but will compete at New Palestine on Sept. 30.

CHS Competitive Cheerleading Team prepares for New Palestine

Jess Canaley
October 1, 2017
Head Coach Lisa Knipp shows the team a new stretch before starting practice. Junior cheerleader McKenna Abbey waits to the side to do it to her stretching partner.

CHS Cheer Team Prepares for Homecoming Game

Jess Canaley, Staff Member
September 17, 2017
HIGH FLYER: Jackson Holforty, disc golf player and senior, throws a disc after school at Northview Church. Holforty is highly ranked among disc golfers.

Students at CHS lead the way as disc golf and ultimate Frisbee grow

Jess Canaley, Reporter
March 17, 2017
The rugby team participated in a State Tournament at Moose Rugby Grounds in Elkhart back on Oct. 9, 2016. A team went 2-1 for the tournament.

Women’s rugby team to travel to Tenn. for season opener

Jess Canaley, Sports Reporter
March 9, 2017
The team practices the night before in preparation for their game in Kokomo. They lost in the Regional Championship.

Women’s basketball season comes to an end

Jess Canaley, Sports Reporter
February 25, 2017
HIGH FLYER Gymnast and senior George Schrader flips in the air during his practice. Schrader participates in tumbling and different cheerleading events. Throughout the week Schrader does both strength training and different practices with stunts and routines.

Students discuss how there is more to gymnastics than just what is seen on the Olympics

Jess Canaley, Reporter
February 23, 2017

Women’s basketball team continuing on in Sectionals

Jess Canaley, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2017

Track and Field trains through indoor track

Jess Canaley
January 27, 2017

CHS uses boosters to fund athletics, support teams

Ben Traylor and Jess Canaley
December 12, 2016

CHS athletic department raises own money, creates budget

Jess Canaley and Ben Traylor
December 12, 2016
Senior Kenji Tomozawa trains with his teammates during practice. The team placed second at State on Oct. 27.

Men’s cross country finishes second after a strong season

Jess Canaley, Sports Reporter
November 21, 2016
FAMILY MATTERS

FAMILY MATTERS

Ben Traylor and Jess Canaley
November 17, 2016
Members of the men’s cross country team continue to train and prepare as their season will begin to come to an end after State Finals on Oct. 27 in Terre Haute.

Men’s cross country team prepares for State Finals on Oct. 27

Jess Canaley, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2016
Members of the boy’s cross country team continue to train and prepare as their season will begin to come to an end after State Finals on Sat. Oct., 27 in Terre Haute

Boy’s Cross Country Team Advances and Prepares for State Finals on Oct. 207

Jess Canaley
October 27, 2016
Runners keep up the same attitude and effort even towards the end of the season as they continue to condition for some of the final races of the season.

Men’s cross country team heading Into Semi-State race

Jess Canaley, Reporter
October 20, 2016
DOUBLE TROUBLE: CHS athletes play a second sport to become better athletes, teammates

DOUBLE TROUBLE: CHS athletes play a second sport to become better athletes, teammates

Jess Canaley, Reporter
October 13, 2016
Sophomore Adam Ratzma practices core exercises with the rest of the team during the beginning of a practice. The next meet is on Oct. 8 at White River Elementary.

Men’s cross country to continue on in Sectional race on Oct. 8

Jess Canaley, Reporter
October 5, 2016
Tim Metkin and fellow runners still continue to do the hard prepping for upcoming races even as the regular season comes to a close. The MIC Championship is on Sept. 24.

Men’s cross country team to end regular season with MIC Championship

Jess Canaley, Sports Reporter
September 22, 2016
Senior Jalen Walker gears up for a game by listening to music. Music is a popular form of mental training, especially before games.

In order to gain an edge, many CHS athletes turn to sports psychology for a leg up

Jess Canaley and Kelly Truax
September 16, 2016
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