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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
Indy 500
Indy 500
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
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
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
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
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
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)
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
What happened to theater etiquette? [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
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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
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Word Search: April 3
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Word Search: March 18
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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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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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