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Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
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
Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
Black Student Alliance president, student, teacher discuss importance of educating students about the civil rights movement
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
National Photography Month
National Photography Month
A New Frontier in Space Travel
A New Frontier in Space Travel
CHS should increase amount of voting information sent out
CHS should increase amount of voting information sent out
It’s impossible to enjoy pop music amid its oversaturated popularity
It’s impossible to enjoy pop music amid its oversaturated popularity
Graphic Perspective: Social media's "expert" dating advice is melodramatic
Graphic Perspective: Social media’s “expert” dating advice is melodramatic
OPPOSING COLUMN: Proposed diploma requirements are an excellent way to guide students after high school
OPPOSING COLUMN: Proposed diploma requirements are an excellent way to guide students after high school
OPPOSING COLUMN: The new diploma option offered does not promote academic rigor
OPPOSING COLUMN: The new diploma option offered does not promote academic rigor
SROs Blake Lytle and Ashley Williams monitor the commons during the day on Oct. 15. Lytle said, “We’re always evaluating our entry points, and getting ideas of concerns from our students.”
SROs plan to review safety policies, committees
Ishan Choudhary, Cabinet member and senior, throws colored powder at participants in the race for Riley on Sept. 14.
House of Representatives to host Riley Car Wash and Trick-or-Treat event
Key Club executive officers give a presentation on service hour requirements on Sept. 8. Key Club president David Jiang said Key Club is a great way to give back to the community and help less advantaged people.
Carmel Key Club starts class officer elections, begins planning community service activities
Justin Macharia, NHS president and senior, teaches senior Kellen Gong how to sign up for TVC volunteer opportunities.
CCPL to host Word on the Shelf on Oct. 23
Superintendent Michael Beresford poses at his desk on October 3, 2024. Beresford said there is construction on the home side of the stadium.
Carmel Clay Schools to enter next phase of construction on stadium
Sophomore Caroline Hulsey attends a Stone Temple Pilots and Live concert on Sept. 15. “Live music is just such a fun experience,” Hulsey said. (Submitted Photo: Caroline Husley)
Music, concerts play key role in students’, teachers’ life experiences
Juniors Marielle Pabia and Joury Elkadiri make bracelets at the A5 Mid-Autumn Festival meeting on Sept. 27. The meeting had crafts and mooncakes.
In honor of Chinese Golden Week, students, Chinese teacher reflect on discussions about Chinese American culture, heritage
Senior Alice Mayer visits Indiana University. Mayer said college visits are a great way to get to know the school environment. (Submitted Photo: Alice Mayer)
College career programming coordinator, students evaluate the benefits, drawbacks of in-state, out-of-state college choices
Senior Jossi Sorg communicates with friends using inside jokes and new slang at the homecoming pep rally on Sept. 20. Sorg said, “Slang is ever-changing, it will continue evolving. In the 80s and 90s, people used words that aren't relevant today and that will happen for this generation's slang terms."
With greater emphasis on slang words, informal communication intensifies
Sophomore Vedika Vyas completes homework for AP precalculus BC after school at the library on Sept. 13. She said, “(I) wouldn’t say that there is more work for AP precalculus than honors Algebra II. Obviously they are different courses, but I would say (AP precalculus BC) makes (us) think deeply about foundations established in honors Algebra II.”
Honors, AP courses offer students different workloads, thought processes
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
Student athletes’ discuss motivation to compete on varsity teams
Student athletes’ discuss motivation to compete on varsity teams
Students, coach reflect on Olympic swim trials held in Indianapolis
Students, coach reflect on Olympic swim trials held in Indianapolis
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles deserves bronze
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles deserves bronze
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre
Senior Ethan Wu and freshman Jenna Kraus perform in the dress rehearsal of Studio One Acts. The show runs from Oct. 17 to 19 in the Studio Theater.
Q&A with director, first-time actress on Studio One Acts
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Parasocial relationships unnecessary, intrude on celebrities’ lives [opinion]
Parasocial relationships unnecessary, intrude on celebrities’ lives [opinion]
Senior Ella Williams dance competively at many different competitions. In response to “Dance Moms”, Williams said, “It’s not exactly accurate, like 100% to actual competitive dance. You’re not performing new dances every single week.” (Submitted Photo: Ella Williams)
Amid Dance Moms revival, dancers, counselor weigh in on representation of dance culture in media
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity
Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity
Senior Edna Efuntoye poses in her military uniform after camp. "I feel that I grew a lot stronger from camp," she said. "I'm glad I didn't let other people stop me from joining." (Submitted photo: Edna Efuntoye)
Q&A with senior Edna Efuntoye on military camp experience
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
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: 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?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
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
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 8
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 3
Connections: October 3
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 24
Connections: September 24
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 2
Mini Crossword: October 2
Mini Crossword: September 26
Mini Crossword: September 26
Mini Crossword: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 10
Mini Crossword: September 10
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: September 5
Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Word Search: October 4
Word Search: October 4
Crossword: September 20
Crossword: September 20
Word Search: September 19
Word Search: September 19
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: September 18
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: Judy Moody encourages viewers to make the best out of their summer [MUSE]
Review: Judy Moody encourages viewers to make the best out of their summer [MUSE]
Review: “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” is a breathtaking novel based on a true story [MUSE]
Review: “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” is a breathtaking novel based on a true story [MUSE]
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album "The Tortured Poets Department" is not her best work but is still a brilliant album [MUSE]
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album “The Tortured Poets Department” is not her best work but is still a brilliant album [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 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
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
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Laasya Mamidipalli

Laasya Mamidipalli, Audience Engagement Editor

Hi, my name is Laasya! This is my third year on the HiLite staff and I'm working as the audience engagement editor to better understand the readership of the HiLite. In past years I have been a feature editor and a copy editor. Outside of school, you can find me volunteering, spending time with my little brother or taking notes for fun :)

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Junior Shannon Xie paints on a sheet of plastic hung from the ceiling. She said she likes doing both digital and traditional painting, with her traditional art pieces being mainly oil and acrylic paintings.

[Photo] Junior Shannon Xie does art commissions through her Instagram, @hunnypuffs

Angela Qian
December 12, 2019
Paige Fulkerson, senior and Hiking Hounds president, leads the first Hiking Hounds meeting of the year. According to Fulkerson, the club’s call-out meeting took place on Oct. 8.

Walk Through Nature: Senior Paige Fulkerson discusses improved Hiking Hounds club

Viyang Hao, Laasya Mamidipalli, and Pranav Jothirajah
October 24, 2019

Green Action Club plans for upcoming school year

Laasya Mamidipalli
October 1, 2019
Student Resource Officer Shane VanNatter directs buses and traffic in the morning. VanNatter said a crash could easily occur while the buses are exiting the school.

[Video] New fire drill policy, Carmel revoted safest place to live in U.S., raises questions over how prepared students are for emergencies

Leslie Huang
September 20, 2019
Senior William “Will” Pugh (left) hugs two Cambodian students. Pugh said his involvement in the TASSEL club to help others has had a positive influence on him.

[Video] With World Humanitarian Day on Aug. 19, students reflect on experiences helping communities in need

Natalie Khamis
August 13, 2019
Senior Kelly Xiang adjusts the contrast on a photo of senior Sylvia Liu on Photoshop Express. Xiang said that photos can highlight people’s insecurities.

[Video] More Than Meets the Eye: As photo editing applications increase in prevalence, students, staff evaluate impact on self-image, confidence

Wendy Zhu
May 23, 2019
Sophomore Megan Lee purchases school breakfast in the morning. Although she said she brings her food from home when she wants to eat healthy, Lee also believes school food can be a good option sometimes.

[Video] Balancing Lunch: With schools suing Trump Administration over cafeteria menu, students, staff re-evaluate health, taste of school lunch

Calina He
May 23, 2019
Family Learn to Fish participant catches a fish while his mom watches nearby. The Department of Natural Resources scheduled the event on a Free Fishing Day, which means that anglers don't need a license to fish the state's public waters. Participants also learned about ethics during the event, so they caught and released the fish.

[Video] Off the Hook: Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation Department plans to host “Family Learn to Fish” event to educate community on fishing methods and safety

Rhea Acharya and Grace Xu
May 17, 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.

[Video] Moving from Venezuela to Carmel opens new doors for students

Kassandra Darnell
April 19, 2019
Kian Robinson, club member and junior, talks to Ben Ring, club officer and junior, about Environmental Action Club.

Environmental Action Club looks to involve more students

Laasya Mamidipalli
April 16, 2019
Kian Robinson, club member and junior, takes notes on volunteering opportunities.

Environmental Action Club looks forward to Eagle Creek volunteer opportunity

Laasya Mamidipalli
March 22, 2019
SEARCHING FOR SUPREME: Junior Connor Inskeep scrolls through the resell websites of Supreme clothing and accesories. He said most items tend to sell out within seconds on the original site.

[Photo] Company Connection: Students, teacher discuss pros, cons of brand loyalty

Uday Lomada
March 22, 2019
Kian Robinson, club member and junior, talks with Ben Ring, club officer and junior, about the upcoming events.

Environmental Action Club to participate in new events, activities

Laasya Mamidipalli
February 1, 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.

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

Kassandra Darnell
January 24, 2019
Kian Robinson, club member and junior, reads an article in a magazine about green initiatives.

Environmental Action Club begins planning for first semester

Laasya Mamidipalli
September 20, 2018
Take a look at the components that go into creating a playhouse

[Photo] Students, staff explain deeper impact of building Homecoming playhouses

Marissa Ryan
September 21, 2018
Kian Robinson, club member and junior, prepares for the Environmental Action Club call out meeting.

Environmental Action Club Makes Plans to Start off New School Year

Laasya Mamidipalli
September 4, 2018
TUBBY’S TIME: Tubby, a shelter dog at the IndyHumane center, goes out on a walk with Junior Shreya Bothra. She said Tubby is one of her favorite dogs; thus, she makes the effort to spend some time pampering him whenever she volunteers.

[Photo] Housing the Hounds: With Clear the Shelter event this Saturday, CHS students discuss challenges, obstacles with adopting from shelters

Lin-Lin Mo
August 14, 2018
Piehl Power: New Assistant Principal Valerie Piehl reflects on past, new goals

[Video] Piehl Power: New Assistant Principal Valerie Piehl reflects on past, new goals

Richa Louis
August 14, 2018
Tragesser packs a Harry Potter movie into her suitcase. She said she plans on taking some of her favorites movies to help the transition into her new dorm and her new life.

[Photo] Dorm Sweet Dorm: Graduating seniors prepare for transition into life in college dorms

Ashwin Prasad
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] West Park plans to expand on 40 acres of undeveloped land this year, create new spaces for high school students, residents of West Carmel

Angela Li
May 18, 2018
This a box of produce from Ungraded Produce. Courtney Bell, co-founder, said that produce standards are very strict.

[Photo] Pretty Produce: Students evaluate food waste caused by appearance of produce

Angela Qian, Beats Editor, Feature Reporter
April 20, 2018
Jared Stigter, Data Club founder, president and junior, reviews N-Grams, Neural Networks and Clustering Algorithms during a club meeting. His club focuses on using computational methods of data analysis, such as machine learning.

[Photo] Statistically Speaking: Students, staff discuss data club, growing interest in statistics

Angela Qian
March 25, 2018
WALKING OUT: Students gather in the fieldhouse to respect those who passed away in the Stoneman Douglas school shooting. Government teacher Joshua Miller said people will eventually have to listen to the youth.

[Photo] Build of Rights: Students, experts reflect on youth engagement in local government

Lin-Lin Mo
March 23, 2018
Freshman Jasmine Hsu rereads Frankenstein for the third time. She expressed her admiration for classic literature’s ability to pertain to modern society.

[Photo] Enduring Classics: CHS students, staff evaluate how some literary classics continue to endure in modern society

Lillian He
January 25, 2018
Sophomore Elle Nichol sets up miniature Christmas trees over her fireplace. Nichol said she incorporates her German tradition with Christmas.

[Photo] O’ Christmas Tree: Students put up Christmas decorations, not necessarily for religious aspect

Richa Louis
December 14, 2017
Senior Sathvik Madduri sautés onion paste before adding in other ingredients for Biryani.

[Photo] Dining with Diversity: Students, teachers assess how they celebrate their typical Thanksgiving with cultural twists

Bryce Cheng and Darrell Cheng
November 17, 2017
Club member Kian Robinson and Ben Ring discuss upcoming plans. The club plans to have a guest speaker on Nov. 16.

Environmental Action Club plans for Nov. 16 meeting on factory farming

Laasya Mamidipalli
November 6, 2017
Paranormal Stories

Paranormal Stories

Livvie Hurly and Laasya Mamidipalli
October 26, 2017
Carmel Culture: As USA Today ranked Carmel as the "Best Place to live in America", students, staff define what makes Carmel unique from other locations

Carmel Culture: As USA Today ranked Carmel as the “Best Place to live in America”, students, staff define what makes Carmel unique from other locations

Amy Tian, Raphael Li, and Laasya Mamidipalli
October 26, 2017
News Briefs 10/26

News Briefs 10/26

Julianna Kessilyas and Laasya Mamidipalli
October 26, 2017
Club member Kian Robinson writes the agenda for the upcoming meeting on Nov. 19.

Environmental Action Club prepares for a second guest speaker

Laasya Mamidipalli
October 19, 2017
Club members Kian Robinson and Ben Ring discuss the schedule to bring in their guest speaker.

Environmental Action Club focuses on food waste and food quality

Laasya Mamidipalli
September 22, 2017
A Coffee Break: With the reopening of the Carmel Cafe, the HiLite reviewed other cafes around the area for when students aren’t at school

A Coffee Break: With the reopening of the Carmel Cafe, the HiLite reviewed other cafes around the area for when students aren’t at school

Laasya Mamidipalli, Student Section Reporter
September 21, 2017
Fehn shows how she gets ready for Homecoming.

Loco for Hoco: Sophomore Gretchen Fehn Discusses Her Responsibilities for Homecoming Court

Laasya Mamidipalli, Reporter
September 15, 2017
Club members Ben Ring and Kian Robinson discuss plans for the White River cleanup during their SRT class.

Environmental Action Club to make a larger impact on local sustainability

Laasya Mamidipalli
September 7, 2017
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