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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
The new Gen Z love
The new Gen Z love
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
The Fathers of Innovation
Graphic Perspective: Eggstravagant prices
Graphic Perspective: Eggstravagant prices
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Lighthearted pranks are an essential way to preserve the spirit of fun
Lighthearted pranks are an essential way to preserve the spirit of fun
Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony to occur April 23
Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony to occur April 23
FCCLA co-adviser Faith Dalton grades assignments on April 15 in B175. Dalton said, “I have really enjoyed the growth students have shown throughout this year. All of the self confidence they are getting from participating is very encouraging.”
FCCLA members to continue planning for National Leadership Conference, reflect on competition year
Best Buddies members bowl at Pinheads on March 20, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. “We just completed our March bowling event and are preparing for the Friendship Walk,” Lammers said.
Best Buddies to fundraise during Carmel Marathon
Science Bowl participants talk between rounds at the Regional competition on Feb. 22 hosted by Eli Lilly. Participants said their rounds were going well.
Science Bowl team prepares for National competition on April 24
Jill Meisenheimer, Mariam Eskandar, and Sharon Marshall are members of the SilverHounds club. On April 1, 2025 in the CHS library, students and senior citizens came together to discuss different prompts relating to the story West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. “It is so interesting to hear the difference of how senior citizens and high school students comprehend literature,” Eskandar said. “I have learned so much from the people I’ve met in Silverhounds."
Students and senior citizens will sign-up for SilverHounds in the upcoming school year
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
Junior Ivy Wei waters plants in the greenhouse on March 27, 2025. “I think my favorite part of (Gardening Together) is getting to plan and do things with nature at school,” Wei said.
Students, teacher discuss impacts of gardening on students in light of National Gardening Month
Juniors Jafeth Gamez and Yilbert Pico converse with each other on March 6 during SSRT. Gamez and Pico enjoy each other's company and they both quickly become friends after moving to the ESL class.
Multilingual learners struggle against stereotypes, fight language discrimination
Sophomore Yoon Lee writes down a message in Korean on a piece of paper on Mar 12. Lee said that even though most students don’t necessarily understand Korean culture they still try to take in parts of it.
Immigrant students work to assimilate into American culture, still retain sense of cultural identity
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Junior Owen Morton and his father root for different teams during a game between the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Morton said it's important to stick to one's favorite teams during both winning and losing streaks. (Submitted: Owen Morton)
More than just a win: how students represent their teams after big games
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
Senior Ayla Abbasi completes a dive at a meet. Abbasi said she aims to complete as much of her homework as possible during school in order to balance her difficult coursework with her practice schedule. (Submitted: Ayla Abbasi)
Athlete Spotlight: Senior Ayla Abbasi on college diving and commended graduate award
Senior Elle Tomalia runs and catches the lacrosse ball during her match. She has a verbal agreement to go play Division one Lacrosse at Butler University. (Submitted: Elle Tomalia)
Students, coach reflect on challenges posed by unpredictable weather on sports
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
Beginning and Intermediate Dance students practice dance team skills during class on March 27. Junior Jenna Jarboe said, “My dance class is my B1 (class) so I start my day with it. It’s like a warm-up to being at school, and it just feels like a class that I’m not stressed about."
Dance classes offer more than just an opportunity to move
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Comic Con JAM
Comic Con JAM
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
Seniors Saesha Saha and Akshaya Lingala demonstrate their invention. They designed a personalized massage machine to alleviate wrist pain.
Q&A with seniors Akshaya Lingala and Saesha Saha on Innovate WithIN competition
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?
Sophomores Luke Choi (left front), Michael Yuan (left back), Ruth Ahn (right back), Stephanie Tan (right center), Chelsea Meng (right center) talk about their investment strategy. They gathered at the weekly FinXed club to review their final report.
Q&A with sophomore Chelsea Meng on the Wharton Global High School Investment Competition
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
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: 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
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
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
Month in Review: January 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 2
Connections: April 2
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
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
Mini Crossword: February 24
Mini Crossword: February 24
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: March 7
Word Search: February 24
Word Search: February 24
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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Lucy Han, News Photographer

Hi! My name is Lucy and this is my first year as a news photographer! Outside of school, I love hanging out with my friends, long boarding, shopping, and listening to music. I also really enjoy taking photos whenever I can. I’m looking forward to a great year!

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USSYP delegates line up for a photo together in an art museum at Washington D.C. in March 2025. Two juniors or seniors serving in high-level elected leadership positions are selected from each state to represent that district. Sophia Fu (second from right), United States Senate Youth Program delegate and senior, said "I think the people you meet at USSYP are a very unique crowd. They're a good combination of silly and serious, and you're able to hold very engaging conversations that you're able to hold in many other places." (Submitted photo: Sophia Fu)

Q&A with senior Sophia Fu on participating in United States Senate Youth Program

Lucy Han
March 21, 2025
Senior Alex Haidar (left) and junior Ryan Sladek (right) converse about physical therapy during their Medical Interventions class at Carmel High School on March 27, 2025. Their group had to develop a rehabilitation plan for their assigned case study patient. "Physical therapy sure is useful for our patient, Juan Desilva, who underwent a transfemoral amputation,” said Sladek.

[Photo] 2024-2025 Photo of the Day

August 29, 2024
Month In Review: February 2025

Month In Review: February 2025

Yeonwoo Cho, Kodai Fujita, Aida Karim, Roman Gralak, Lucy Han, Elsie McAndrews, and Megan Xia
March 1, 2025
A woman buys honey at her local supermarket. Asad said, “Understanding the bees might seem like a small issue, but it can really tell us how the world and the ecosystem near us exist."

[Photo] Eastern Indiana Beekeepers to meet on Feb. 18, emphasizes importance of bee conservation

Areeba Mahbub and Wynne BruBaker
February 18, 2025
Month in Review: January 2025

Month in Review: January 2025

Roman Gralak, Anuj Gupta, Lucy Han, Areeba Mahbub, Drithi Raipet, Rethika Sathyamathan, and Allie Thompson
January 31, 2025
Semester In Review: Fall 2024

Semester In Review: Fall 2024

Yeonwoo Cho, Caitlin Follman, Kodai Fujita, Anuj Gupta, Avani Gupta, Lucy Han, Anoushka Jena, Aida Karim, Abigail Lee, Ella Lu, Nora Mariano, Allie Thompson, and Jasmine Y. Zhang
December 30, 2024
Senior Kaden Rush practices a piece on the violin during the Cultural Exchange Project’s performance rehearsal at CHS on Dec. 9, 2024. As the president of CEP, Rush handled scheduling meetings throughout the year.

Club Spotlight: Cultural Exchange Project

Lucy Han
December 11, 2024
Club Spotlight: Create for Kids

Club Spotlight: Create for Kids

Lucy Han
November 27, 2024
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.

[Photo] Installation of sunscreen dispensers in Carmel parks amplifies Carmel’s public skin health efforts

Anthony Pho
November 12, 2024
Michael Swank, general manager of Rise‘n Roll, organizes cinnamon caramel donuts on Oct. 19. "All of our products are made from the Amish. They're baked up in Middlebury, Indiana, so there's a small Amish community up there," Swank said.

Rise’n Roll bakery opens Westfield branch, produces Amish–style products

Lucy Han
October 25, 2024
Irene Hwang (right), A Kid Again officer and sophomore, sets up a Zoom call with a guest speaker on Oct. 3, 2024. "A Kid Again is a club that provides fun adventures for children with life-threatening conditions," Hwang said.

Club Spotlight: A Kid Again

Lucy Han
October 22, 2024
Junior Rachel Engbrecht (second to left) and other members of the CHS Artist’s Association participate in an art activity involving collaboration at CHS on Aug. 27, 2024. They had to draw different body parts separately to create one original character. “I liked that we each could add our own part to it and surprise each other once it was complete,” said Engbrecht.

Club Spotlight: Artist’s Association

Lucy Han
September 24, 2024
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