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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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A Knight to Remember

A Knight to Remember

Ananya Addepalle, Laxumi Chandrakumar, Katelyn Chen, Keira Kress, Abigail Lee, Ella Lu, and Megan Xia
October 14, 2024
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[Photo] Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure

Aidah Brown and Abigail Lee
September 23, 2024
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[Photo] 2024-2025 WEEKLY GRAPHICS

September 4, 2024
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day

Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day

Laxumi Chandrakumar, Arielle Fotso, Salima Sher, and Keira Kress
September 3, 2024
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[Photo] Family vlogger controversy, need for content reform [opinion]

Ivy Zhen
May 14, 2024
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[Photo] British royalty are American celebrities [opinion]

Ivy Zhen
March 24, 2024
Making HER-Story

Making HER-Story

Jane Martens, Leying Yang, Laxumi Chandrakumar, Emma Hu, Caroline Just, and Ivy Zhen
March 18, 2024
Standing Together

Standing Together

Laxumi Chandrakumar
February 20, 2024
Student dance at the NCHS Lunar New Year celebration. This Just Dance took place near the end of the celebration on Feb. 14 at the CCPL.

[Photo] Q&A with students over Lunar New Year traditions, photo gallery of celebration at CCPL

Isaac Hsu
February 13, 2024
Seniors Teddy Rayhill (left) and Juliet Malherbe (right) play Theodore "Laurie" Laurence and Jo March in "Little Women" on Jan. 31. The show was performed in the Studio Theatre and included four showings from Feb. 1 to Feb. 3.

Q&A with “Little Women” performers on the play storyline and their characters

Laxumi Chandrakumar
February 4, 2024
Pure Imagination

Pure Imagination

Laxumi Chandrakumar, Roman Gralak, Charlotte Horrocks, Safiya Ilmudeen, Jane Martens, Ava Reddick, and Deesha Roopesh
December 19, 2023
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[Photo] Opposing column: The new Hunger Games movies have better development [opinion]

Ava Reddick
December 11, 2023
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[Photo] Students, teacher reflect on Matthew Perry’s legacy and public reaction to celebrity death

Nora Mariano
November 30, 2023
Mickey Turns 95

Mickey Turns 95

Jane Martens, Avery Carlisle, Laxumi Chandrakumar, Caroline Just, Leying Yang, and Grace Guo
November 18, 2023
Faith, Trust & Pixie Dust

Faith, Trust & Pixie Dust

Laxumi Chandrakumar, Caitlin Follman, Grace Guo, Jenna Hoffeditz, Safiya Ilmudeen, Caroline Just, Arjun Purohit, Helena Wang, and Ryan Zhang
October 27, 2023
Q&A with students, discussing Halloween and Friday the 13th superstitions

Q&A with students, discussing Halloween and Friday the 13th superstitions

Laxumi Chandrakumar and Isaac Hsu
October 12, 2023
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