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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
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.
Indian students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
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
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
"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]
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]
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
Connections: November 19
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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Connections: October 3
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
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
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Mini Crossword: October 8
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Wordle: October 15
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Wordle: October 4
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Wordle: September 25
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Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
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Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Word Search: October 4
Word Search: October 4
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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Students listen to a guest speaker's presentation at a college and career workshop hosted at CHS by the counseling center. Due to COVID-19, these workshops have been moved to be online.

In-school summer courses, counseling workshops to move online

Kassandra Darnell
May 21, 2020
National Art Honor Society Events Canceled

National Art Honor Society Events Canceled

Kassandra Darnell
April 3, 2020

Carmel wins bike-friendly award, plans to continue bicycling infrastructure

Kassandra Darnell
March 20, 2020

Next year’s English curriculum to incoporate more freedom of choice in literature

Kassandra Darnell
February 21, 2020
CHOREO-GRAPHY CRAZE: Yumi Colombo, Accents member and junior (left) along with other members of Accents practice the set choreography during a Wednesday night rehearsal. Colombo said practicing long hours has motivated the choir to work towards improvement as well as create a close bond among the girls.

Show choir competitions are beneficial for choir students

Kassandra Darnell
February 21, 2020

Juulsuit: Community members debate teen vaping epidemic following Carmel family lawsuit

Kassandra Darnell
October 24, 2019
(Picture left to right) NHS president Kieran Thompson, NHS vice president Emme Walschlager, and NHS business manager Parul Gupta remind NHS members to keep up with volunteer hours. NHS members are able to curate volunteer hours by helping plan and promote the Ghost and Goblins 2k/5k or tutoring during late start and SRT.

NHS advertises Ghost and Goblins 2k/5k

Kassandra Darnell
October 9, 2019
The men’s tennis and football teams watch the “Step Up to Sexual Assault” presentation. The presentation was shown to the athletics and performing arts departments and student government this year.

Step Up to Sexual Assault: Administration, students focus on importance of new sexual assault prevention presentation

Kassandra Darnell
September 20, 2019

NHS continues planning for Ghost and Goblins 2k/5k

Kassandra Darnell
September 19, 2019
(Picture left to right) NHS president Kieran Thompson, NHS vice president Emme Walschlager, and NHS business manager Parul Gupta explain to NHS members how to sign up for the club’s Remind page and how they can begin fulfilling their volunteer requirements. This year, NHS members are required to curate 40 hours of community service.

National Honor Society members start a new school year

Kassandra Darnell
September 3, 2019
Beresford

[Photo] Superintendent Michael Beresford explains proposed changes to daily schedule

Kassandra Darnelll
May 23, 2019

NHS wraps up school year activities

Kassandra Darnell
May 4, 2019
A Greener Tomorrow: Earth Day creates student activism in climage change, ways to help the Earth

A Greener Tomorrow: Earth Day creates student activism in climage change, ways to help the Earth

Kassandra Darnell, Maddie Kosc, and Angela Qian
April 19, 2019
MAKING MONEY: Senior Luisana Rodriguez checks how many seats are available in Red Robin. Rodriguez has worked at Red Robin for a little less than a year. She said that her family sends money over to their relatives in Venezuela to help make their lives easier.

Moving from Venezuela to Carmel opens new doors for students

Kassandra Darnell
April 19, 2019
pic q&a

[Photo] Carmel UNICEF invites students to charity ball tonight to fundraise for Cyclone Idai victims

Tara Kandallu
April 19, 2019

NHS prepares for fourth quarter and new member inductions

Kassandra Darnell
March 26, 2019

NHS sold carnations and completed telethon

Kassandra Darnell
February 26, 2019
TEACHING TIME: Math teacher Peter Beck teaches his multivariable malculus class at the end of the day. He explained a problem to a student at the end of class to help them better understand the concept.

Paying Our Educators: Teachers, students consider what goes into teacher salaries and how they reflect respect, education quality

Kassandra Darnell
January 24, 2019

NHS focuses on service hours and preps for carnation sales

Kassandra Darnell
January 20, 2019
Nathan Aditya, Select Sound member and senior, rehearses one of the many popular Christmas songs that Select Sound has prepared for the holiday season. They will sing these carols throughout December for their caroling and in Holiday Spectacular­—the annual festive concert that all of the choirs participate in

Senior Nathan Aditya

Kassandra Darnell
December 13, 2018
Junior Natalie Walters displays a Christmas tree that her church is selling to raise money for their youth mission trips. Walters said this is a good way to help out the church as well as the community.

Junior Natalie Walters

Kassandra Darnell
December 13, 2018
Kathleen Overbeck, teacher and former CHS student, was a class sponsor in 2005 when this float was built. Each class was given a budget to build a float and her class decided to make a volcano float that steamed as it went through the parade.

Homecoming Past and Present: Students, staff discuss how Homecoming has changed over time, impacted on school spirit

Kassandra Darnell
September 25, 2018
Junior Neharika Palivela wears traditional Indian clothing. She said it brings her closer to her culture.

Students consider impact of religion on themselves, their lives, cultural beliefs

Kassandra Darnell
September 21, 2018
Left to right: Seniors Danielle Daily, Royden Butterfield and Brynn Kellermeyer pose for their prom photos. Daily attended the CHS and Westfield proms with her friends and enjoyed the atmosphere of both events.

Double the Fun: Students give insight into what it’s like to go to prom at other schools

Kassandra Darnell
May 24, 2018
LGBT+ supporters march at last year’s Indy Pride Festival and Parade. This annual event is held at Historic Military Park near the IUPUI Campus. In 2017, there were over 50,000 spectators at the parade.

Pride and Prejudice: With upcoming Indy Pride Festival, students discuss how LGBT+ community is represented in media

Kassandra Darnell, Entertainment Reporter
May 18, 2018
Sophomore Ayman Bolad takes a photo of sophomore Maclean Wood on a retro car. Bolad contacted Wood to collaborate on setting up the outdoor photo shoot.

Within the Lens: With rise of social media platforms, CHS students explore different modes of artistry

Hannah Gretz, Kassandra Darnell, and Marissa Ryan
April 20, 2018
NHS officer Jai Sanghani, Hannah Glazier, Justin Park and Dalton Thompson discuss the meeting's agenda before addressing the juniors who will be joining NHS next school year. The officers told the juniors about the responsibilities that come with being an NHS member and addressed the semi-formal dress code for the induction ceremony on April 22.

NHS inductees to begin preparing for next school year

Kassandra Darnell
April 18, 2018
NHS officers Hannah Glazier, Jai Sanghani, Dalton Thompson, and Justin Park gather around Thompson's laptop and discuss the agenda before the meeting begins. At this meeting, Thompson announced to NHS members that the service hours deadline is approaching and members are required to have at least 40 total service hours by the end of the year, 20 individual and 20 group.

NHS to prepare for inductions

Kassandra Darnell
March 24, 2018
Junior Sophia Hughes and senior Jason Murray vocally rehearse in an act and scene of “Peter and the Starcatcher.” Hughes will play the male role of Bill Slank.

Females of Peter and the StarCatcher: The February production features several females playing male roles, challenging the idea of a male-dominated theater

Kassandra Darnell
January 25, 2018
NHS officers Dalton Thompson, Jai Sanghani, Hannah Park and Justin Park stand around the podium and review the agenda before the monthly meeting begins. The officers announced the two shifts available for the CEF telethon and discussed group hour opportunities for carnation sales.

NHS prepares for telethon and carnation sales

Kassandra Darnell
January 21, 2018

Netflix: Hit or Miss? CHS students debate large expenditures on Netflix Original movies

Kassandra Darnell, Reporter
November 17, 2017
NHS officers Jai Sanghani, Dalton Thompson, Justin Park and Hannah Glazier huddle around a laptop to go over the agenda for the meeting. The main focus of the NHS meeting was to highlight the successes of the Ghost and Goblins 2k/5k and begin preparations for supporting Ronald McDonald House. “We’d like to congratulate all our NHS members on a great Ghost and Goblins; it was the most successful Ghost and Goblins ever,” said NHS president Dalton Thompson.

Ghost and Goblins 5k/2k ran smoothly

Kassandra Darnell
November 8, 2017
Laura Burnham, NHS member and senior, emails Landon Bueshing, Orchard Park elementary school PE teacher, to confirm her next appearance on the school’s morning announcements to promote the Ghost and Goblins 5k/2k. Aside from appearing on the announcements, Burnham also passed out save the date cards during lunch at the elementary school.

NHS makes final preparations for Ghost and Goblins 5k/2k

Kassandra Darnell
October 21, 2017
During SRT, senior Claire Estabrook sorts through dresses and puts them on a rack in size order. Since her freshman year, Estabrook has donated her dresses from homecoming and Prom to the dress drive. “They’re nice dresses, and I’m only going to wear them once, so why not have someone else wear them?” said Estabrook.

Say Yes to the Dress: Assistant Principal Amy Skeens-Benton Opens Up About Why She Started the Homecoming and Prom Dress Drive

Kassandra Darnell, Reporter
September 11, 2017
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