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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
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
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
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
Graphic Perspective: Where did the sun go?
Graphic Perspective: Where did the sun go?
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Graphic Perspective: The "great" debate
Graphic Perspective: The “great” debate
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
Artist’s Association arranges meeting on Nov. 12
Superintendent Michael Beresford dresses up as a minion for Halloween on Oct. 31, 2024. Beresford said the budget process is timely and time-consuming.
Carmel Clay Schools announces board approval for 2025 budget
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
Sophomore Fahed Badreddine listens attentively in his AP African American Studies class as his teacher, Mr. Ziegler, discusses LatinX Heritage month for the class bellringer on Oct. 1, 2024. The class was designed to provide accurate representation by providing more nuanced and up-to-date historical analysis on African American history. “In this class, I've learned that (African Americans) they're a lot more successful than what society and what (typical) textbooks portray them as,” Badreddine said.
Misinformation of U.S. history shapes inaccurate student opinions, harms minority students
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
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
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]
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]
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
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
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: 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: 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
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
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Wordle: November 4
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Word Search: October 31
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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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Given COVID-19’s impacts on economy, stock market, student stock traders provide opinions on current U.S. economy, high school financial literacy

[Video] Given COVID-19’s impacts on economy, stock market, student stock traders provide opinions on current U.S. economy, high school financial literacy

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
Social studies teacher James Ziegler instructs the class during a socratic seminar in IB History of the Americas 3-4. Many IB courses such as IB History of the Americas are very discussion-oriented.

[Video] As scheduling continues, students, teachers promote classes that test world views

Kiersten Riedford
February 21, 2020

[Video] International Education Day on Jan. 24, highlights differences in worldwide education systems, standardized testing

Sowmya Chundi
January 27, 2020
Joseph Broman, sponsor and math teacher, writes a problem on the board. He said the members will be focusing on preparing for the AMC.

Math Club next meeting Jan. 14, hold Math League competition

Leslie Huang
January 14, 2020
Before going on stage for Holiday Spectacular’s first performance, Aidan Mellor, Ambassadors member and senior, and other choir members chant. The chant is a way to rid of their nervousness before performing.

As foreseen apocalyptic events quickly approach, students consider effect of superstitions, pregame rituals

Leslie Huang
December 12, 2019
THE CLUB THAT SMILES BACK: Emily Deldar, founder and president of World Smiles Mission and senior, organizes toothbrushes for World Smiles Club during SRT. Key Club collected unused dental supplies to give to Deldar for World Smiles Mission.

[Video] As today is National Philanthropy Day, local philanthropy leaders explain challenges, impact of volunteer work

Grace Xu
November 15, 2019
Joseph Broman, sponsor and math teacher, reviews upcoming competitions for Math Club on his computer. Broman said many of the competitions will take place during first semester.

Math Club members compete in two new competitions

Leslie Huang
October 15, 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.

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
President and senior Jerry Wang records on his laptop plans for future Math Club meetings. Wang said his biggest goal is to get more people to join the club.

Math Club members consider goals for club

Leslie Huang
September 3, 2019
Math teacher Sara Athilan takes part in the Ramadan fast during her lunch break between classes. She said fasting helps her connect with her origins and strengthens her religious commitment.

Think Fast: As Ramadan continues, students, staff consider nutritional, personal effects of fasting

Leslie Huang
May 23, 2019
Joseph Broman, sponsor and math teacher, looks at possible competitions for the next school year. The Math Club members said although there are no more upcoming competitions for this school year, they have begun preparing for competitions next year.

Math Club members describe goals for next year

Leslie Huang
May 4, 2019
Moving Forward: Students who graduate early look back on benefits, drawback of different schedule

Moving Forward: Students who graduate early look back on benefits, drawback of different schedule

Leslie Huang, Calina He, and Wendy Zhu
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.

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

Kassandra Darnell
April 19, 2019
Senior Tori Ledezma displays her Purdue sticker on her laptop while working. Ledezma has committed to Purdue University, following the path of her parents.

Does Legacy Rule?: Legacy is key factor in college decision process

Anjali Natarajan, Calina He, Leslie Huang, and Raphael Li
March 22, 2019

Math Club members review test scores, prepare for AIME

Leslie Huang
February 26, 2019
Sponsor and math teacher, Joseph Broman, prepares to print out copies of practice tests for the upcoming AMC competition. Broman said the practice tests will prepare the members for the different style of the test.

Math Club members continue preparing for American Math Competition

Leslie Huang
January 31, 2019
Freshman Akash Bhowmik and Nathan Huang work on practice problems in preparation for the AMC competition. The competition will be on Feb. 7 and Feb. 13 during the school day.

Math Club members review past tests to prepare for competition

Leslie Huang
January 14, 2019
Co-president and senior Joey Heerens explains the problems that Math Club members missed in the Rose Hulman competition. The Rose Hulman competition happened on Nov. 10 at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.

Math Club members look at past questions, prepare for future competitions

Leslie Huang
November 24, 2018
Freshman Ashnaya Gupta practices her beam routine. Gupta said that more gymnasts are speaking out now about sexual abuse after the scandals occurred.

Unwanted Advances: Sexual abuse cases in gymnastics raise question of awareness at CHS

Leslie Huang, Calina He, and Wendy Zhu
November 16, 2018

Crowds energize football players on the field

Leslie Huang
October 25, 2018
REDESIGNING DESIGN: Marketing expert Gerald Gerard explains to IB Business students how to successfully moderate a focus group for their CCS rebranding design. The students identified a multitude of stakeholders in the project and determined that focus groups would be the best way to include their opinions in the final design.

[Photo] IB Business students tasked with rebranding Carmel Clay Schools

Lillian He
October 25, 2018
Math Club member and freshman Jacob Zhang works alongside fellow Math Club member and freshman Jack Liu on the first round of the Mandelbrot competition. The Mandelbrot took place on Oct. 2 in H207.

Math Club members to participate in further rounds of Mandelbrot competition

Leslie Huang
October 11, 2018
Freshman Abby Ko works on her assignments in class. She said CHS provides a larger variety of classes in comparison to her previous private school. Despite the differences, both public and private schools offer rigorous courses.

Comparison between private, public schools shows effects different schooling systems have on students

Leslie Huang and Raiha Zainab
September 21, 2018
Math Club member and freshman Austin Guo works on a practice worksheet for the Mandelbrot competition. The Mandelbrot is a five-round math competition, with each round getting consecutively harder.

Math Club members prepare for Mandelbrot competition

Leslie Huang
September 18, 2018
Co-president and senior Kevin Liu finds different approaches to solve a difficult math problem. The members talked about this problem throughout the club meeting.

Math Club members talk about changes in the club

Leslie Huang
August 30, 2018
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