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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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Natalie Khamis

Natalie Khamis, Entertainment Editor

Hi everyone! My name is Natalie and I am this years' co-Entertainment
editor. While I mostly wrote stories last year, you'll now find me
designing spreads behind-the-scenes for each issue; but I may surprise
you with some stories or graphics here or there. While not managing my
section, I love to listen to music and scroll through VSCO, Instagram,
and TikTok. If you want to read through my previous work, you can
click on any of the works on the right or browse through my portfolio. Happy reading!

All content by Natalie Khamis
COVID-19 proves how fluid life is, how much we take for granted

COVID-19 proves how fluid life is, how much we take for granted

Natalie Khamis
March 26, 2020
Linh Nguyen, United Sound mentor and senior, helps Maddy Paxton, United Sound member and senior, play an instrument at a United Sound meeting.

Inclusive programs for special needs students continue to grow at CHS, across nation

Sarah Kim and Natalie Khamis
March 20, 2020
Guys, this is NOT six feet apart!

TV Playlist: Coronathon [MUSE]

Tessa Collinson and Natalie Khamis
March 17, 2020
With March recognized as Music in Our Schools Month, students should appreciate music educators’ efforts of maintaining developed performing arts programs

With March recognized as Music in Our Schools Month, students should appreciate music educators’ efforts of maintaining developed performing arts programs

Natalie Khamis
February 21, 2020

2.21 Entertainment Briefs

Natalie Khamis
February 21, 2020
Senior Jaehee Kim signs into a DECA meeting during SRT. The state competition will take place March 1 to 3 in Indianapolis.

DECA state competition on March 1, students sign up for SRT sessions to practice

Natalie Khamis
February 15, 2020
BREAST STROKE: Swimmer and freshman Berit Berglund, swims breastroke at the Carmel- HSE dual meet on Dec. 17. Berglund said despite having experience swimming with Carmel Swim Club in previous years, she has felt new pressures since joining the women’s swimming team as a freshman. She added that the high school team is more competitive and serious than she experienced in the Carmel Swim Club.

As women’s swimming, diving team pushes for 34th consecutive State win, freshmen feel pressures, motivation to make roster, continue streak

Natalie Khamis
January 23, 2020
12.12 Entertainment Briefs

12.12 Entertainment Briefs

Natalie Khamis
December 12, 2019
Students in DECA take the district exam during SRT in the Main Cafeteria on Dec. 2. The next round of district exams will take place on Dec. 6 in the Main Cafeteria during SRT.

As DECA district exams continue on Dec. 6, DECA students to prepare for district competition

Natalie Khamis
December 4, 2019
Melissa Su, chief of role plays and junior, works with a student during SRT regarding DECA district exams. Su said students should take practice tests in order to prepare for the exams.

Following LEAD conference, DECA to prepare for upcoming district exams

Natalie Khamis
November 16, 2019
With “cuffing season” starting, students should focus on themselves before committing to relationships

With “cuffing season” starting, students should focus on themselves before committing to relationships

Natalie Khamis
November 15, 2019

10.24 Entertainment Briefs

Natalie Khamis
October 24, 2019
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[Photo] Start of Something New: Students new to music learn how to play instruments in high school

Riley Hamilton
October 24, 2019
Senior Roshan Mahesh looks through merchandise in the Carmel Café during SRT. Mahesh said, "The merchandise is a little expensive, but they're produced by name brands like Nike so its worth the price."

New brand deal with Adidas to be sold in Carmel Café, DECA to continue preparing for district competition

Natalie Khamis
October 23, 2019
Senior Katie Sankey and Junior Nimish Bhat discuss plans for the Carmel Café. Sankey said DECA is currently working on a brand deal with Adidas and will sell its merchandise at community events.

After finalizing competitive events, DECA to start preparing for districts, further market Carmel Café

Natalie Khamis
October 1, 2019

Pep Up for the Pep Rally: Students should maintain the homecoming spirit by appreciating the pep rally

Natalie Khamis
September 26, 2019
Senior Abinay Devarakonda makes a drink in the Carmel Café during SRT. Devarakonda said, "I'm most excited to go to ICDC this year because I went last year and it was a really good experience."

DECA to have second call-out meeting Sept. 10

Natalie Khamis
September 9, 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.

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

Natalie Khamis
August 13, 2019

8.13 Entertainment Briefs

Natalie Khamis
August 13, 2019

News Briefs

Natalie Khamis
August 13, 2019
05.23 News Briefs

05.23 News Briefs

Natalie Khamis, Maddie Kosc, and Pranav Jothirajah
May 23, 2019
Sophomore Melissa Su and junior Hannah Liu work on their project in preparation for ICDC during lunch. ICDC took place from April 27-30.

DECA members returns from ICDC, wraps up competition season

Natalie Khamis
May 4, 2019
Viola Lives Matter: Students lose passion for extracurricular activities, result of pressures of maintaining this school’s reputation

Viola Lives Matter: Students lose passion for extracurricular activities, result of pressures of maintaining this school’s reputation

Natalie Khamis
April 19, 2019
Eshan Selvan, veterinary assistant and junior, comforts a dog that went through a procedure. While Selvan assists in procedures like surgeries and examinations, he also works with animals before and after their procedures.

Q&A with junior Eshan Selvan, veterinary assistant

Natalie Khamis
April 19, 2019
Junior Mohnish Pandey signs into a mandatory ICDC meeting before school on Mar. 12. Mohnish along with other members qualified for ICDC by placing at the top of their event at the state competition.

Following successful state competition March 5, DECA to prepare for ICDC in April

Natalie Khamis
March 30, 2019
District population expected to rise; Carmel Clay Schools considers redistricting

District population expected to rise; Carmel Clay Schools considers redistricting

Josie Cruzan, Natalie Khamis, and Adam Spensely
March 22, 2019
Caiden Wetherald, No Label at the Table Food Co. employee and junior, takes money from a customer at the farmer’s market. According to Shelly Henley, owner and founder of No Label at the Table Food Co., the bakery’s mission is to provide job skills training for people on the autism spectrum.

Motivated by local business, DECA students start campaign to hire students with disabilities

Natalie Khamis
March 22, 2019
Students that qualified for the state-level competition attend a mandatory informational meeting on Feb. 11. Over 300 students qualified for the competition that will take place from March 3 to 5.

DECA state-level competition to start March 3

Natalie Khamis
February 26, 2019
Two actresses from the KJI Institute for the Arts perform a monologue at the inaugural Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration event. They took on the roles of Violet Gregg Liuzzo (on the left) and Sarah Evans (on the right), two activists of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).

Carmel hosts inaugural MLK Day event

Natalie Khamis
February 22, 2019
Carmel fights against invasive species with EDDMapS app

Carmel fights against invasive species with EDDMapS app

Natalie Khamis
February 22, 2019
Sophomore Sarah Ilmudeen uses the DECA website to access the calendar. She said, "Bootcamp is a really great way to improve your projects and roleplay skills before the upcoming competitions."

DECA members to attend boot camp event on Feb. 16

Natalie Khamis
February 7, 2019
Proposed bill to create paid-internship programs, impact new graduation pathways requirement

Proposed bill to create paid-internship programs, impact new graduation pathways requirement

Natalie Khamis
January 24, 2019
Sophomore Zoha Aziz takes a practice roleplay in SRT to prepare for the upcoming district-level competition on Jan. 12 at CHS. She said, "For roleplays, practicing over and over again is the best way to prepare for competitions."

DECA members to compete at district competition on Jan 12

Natalie Khamis
January 12, 2019
Sophomore Nimish Bhat helps out a DECA member during a roleplay practice session in SRT. "Students in role plays come in to practice in front of role play heads like me," Bhat said. "We tell them what they did well on and what they can improve on."

DECA district exams to take place in Main Cafeteria during SRT on Nov. 29, Dec. 3

Natalie Khamis
November 25, 2018
Global Family: CHS students examine motives behind adopting internationally, impact on lives with observance of National Adoption Awareness Month in November

Global Family: CHS students examine motives behind adopting internationally, impact on lives with observance of National Adoption Awareness Month in November

Natalie Khamis
November 16, 2018
Christi Cloud, director of technology and data solutions, explains district’s decision to transition from myCCS to PowerSchool in late December.

Christi Cloud, director of technology and data solutions, explains district’s decision to transition from myCCS to PowerSchool in late December.

Natalie Khamis
November 16, 2018
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[Photo] CHS takes steps to improve student safety with safety focus group, implementation of body cameras for SROs

Pranav Jothirajah
November 16, 2018
Senior Loraine Lee discusses potential roleplay categories with another DECA member. She said that she wants to help members find a roleplay that interests them because it will help motivate them to practice and do well.

Implementation of new software, tools in business classrooms to help DECA members practice for upcoming competition

Natalie Khamis
October 30, 2018
OUT OF THIS WORLD: The planetarium’s star machine projects stars onto the dome. Andrew Sleugh, Planetarium club president and senior, said, “We’re going to take them on a tour of the night sky and show a video on eclipses and phases of the moon.”

[Photo] 10.25 News Briefs

Josie Cruzan
October 25, 2018
Senior Sri Majji prepares a drink for a customer in the Carmel Café during SRT. Majji said, "This year, I hope to work hard in DECA so that I can make it to the international competition."

DECA members to attend role play training sessions during SRT

Natalie Khamis
October 11, 2018
Sophomore Carolyn Rake helps a customer check out in the Carmel Café during SRT. She said, "I love working in the Carmel Café because you get to interact with a lot of people and meet them as well."

DECA to host LEAD conference on Sept. 29

Natalie Khamis
September 24, 2018
MONEY MARKER: Bryce Hull, DECA chief financial officer and senior, checks bills with a marker to ensure authenticity. Hull said this is part of DECA’s new protocol with larger bills.

CHS considers the recent rise in counterfeit money circulating throughout Carmel businesses, ways to prevent the influx

Natalie Khamis
September 21, 2018
Senior Joey Schmidt makes a drink for a customer in the Carmel Café during SRT. Schmidt said, "I like working in the Carmel Café because I get to interact with new people every day and to work towards something that helps the school."

DECA to have call-out meeting Sept. 11, 13

Natalie Khamis
September 9, 2018
Dominick Sanford, DECA member and senior, takes a student's order in the Carmel Café. Sanford said, "The Carmel Café is a great way for students like me to gain valuable experiences in different areas of business."

DECA reflects on past competition season

Natalie Khamis
May 18, 2018
Freshman Melissa Su studies her list of business terms to prepare for the international competition. She said, "My favorite part of the season was getting to learn more about business and using the knowledge gained to do well throughout each competition."

DECA to wrap up competition season

Natalie Khamis
May 1, 2018
Sophomore Roshan Mahesh works on his written paper for the upcoming ICDC competition. DECA students have utilized their SRT time to prepare for competitions as well as gain feedback from the teachers.

DECA to plan for ICDC

Natalie Khamis
April 20, 2018

DECA students to continue to prepare for March competition

Natalie Khamis
February 17, 2018

DECA students prepare for state competition

Natalie Khamis
January 26, 2018

Thea Nikolaou, 11

Natalie Khamis
December 14, 2017

DECA students prepare for upcoming competitions

Natalie Khamis
December 7, 2017

DECA students to take district exam

Natalie Khamis, Reporter
November 20, 2017

DECA students prepare for upcoming competitions

Natalie Khamis, Reporter
October 24, 2017

DECA to plan for upcoming season

Natalie Khamis, Reporter
October 2, 2017
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