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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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September 16, 2016
New Year, New Ways

New Year, New Ways

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August 17, 2016
News Briefs August 2016

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August 17, 2016
Stopping the Stereotypes

Stopping the Stereotypes

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August 16, 2016
CHS students reflect on the implications of healthy versus excessive exercise

CHS students reflect on the implications of healthy versus excessive exercise

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May 19, 2016
IB program to expand from eight diploma students to over 40

IB program to expand from eight diploma students to over 40

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May 19, 2016
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May 19, 2016
Carmel Gearhounds to participate in Lincoln Tech Drag Race tomorrow

Carmel Gearhounds to participate in Lincoln Tech Drag Race tomorrow

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May 19, 2016
CHS students, teacher to escort veterans to war memorials in Washington, D.C. on April 23

CHS students, teacher to escort veterans to war memorials in Washington, D.C. on April 23

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April 21, 2016
Carmel Green Initiative to host annual art contest in celebration of Earth Day

Carmel Green Initiative to host annual art contest in celebration of Earth Day

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April 21, 2016
Environmental Action Club, STEM Club team up to host Earth Fair on April 23

Environmental Action Club, STEM Club team up to host Earth Fair on April 23

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April 21, 2016
National History Day (NHD) club members to compete in NHD state competition

National History Day (NHD) club members to compete in NHD state competition

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April 21, 2016
Finding the Perfect Balance

Finding the Perfect Balance

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April 20, 2016
TEAM: Together Everyone Achieves More

TEAM: Together Everyone Achieves More

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March 18, 2016
Fellowship of Christian Athletes plans to donate proceeds from annual event to junior Matt Cooper

Fellowship of Christian Athletes plans to donate proceeds from annual event to junior Matt Cooper

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March 18, 2016
In order to uphold last year’s tradition, House of Books members plan to hand out books on April 10

In order to uphold last year’s tradition, House of Books members plan to hand out books on April 10

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March 18, 2016
Typography and Design Club makes pinwheels to mail to Syrian refugees

Typography and Design Club makes pinwheels to mail to Syrian refugees

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March 18, 2016
IU tuition increases to fund renovations for housing, higher salaries

IU tuition increases to fund renovations for housing, higher salaries

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March 18, 2016
CHS students to compete in Washington University in St. Louis Chemistry Tournament

CHS students to compete in Washington University in St. Louis Chemistry Tournament

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March 18, 2016
Service Above Self

Service Above Self

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February 19, 2016
New lunch options in cafeterias meant to appeal more to students’ preferences

New lunch options in cafeterias meant to appeal more to students’ preferences

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February 19, 2016
Several local establishments have recently opened in Carmel

Several local establishments have recently opened in Carmel

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February 19, 2016
CHS students to compete at Harvard-MIT Math Tournament in Boston

CHS students to compete at Harvard-MIT Math Tournament in Boston

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February 19, 2016
Freshmen, sophomores to take ISTEP+, sophomores to take ECA as well

Freshmen, sophomores to take ISTEP+, sophomores to take ECA as well

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February 19, 2016
Champions Together Club raises money for Special Olympics through Polar Plunge

Champions Together Club raises money for Special Olympics through Polar Plunge

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February 19, 2016
A Shoe-in for Business

A Shoe-in for Business

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January 21, 2016
Our Greyhound Story to create scrapbook for Principal John Williams with memories of school year

Our Greyhound Story to create scrapbook for Principal John Williams with memories of school year

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January 21, 2016
CHS Science Olympiad team to attend Wright State Invitational for first time on Feb. 6

CHS Science Olympiad team to attend Wright State Invitational for first time on Feb. 6

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January 21, 2016
In response to surveys, Carmel Clay school district plans to make technology a priority

In response to surveys, Carmel Clay school district plans to make technology a priority

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January 21, 2016
Beyond the Headlines

Beyond the Headlines

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December 14, 2015
Design for CHS begins interactive program to encourage students to recycle during lunchtime

Design for CHS begins interactive program to encourage students to recycle during lunchtime

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December 14, 2015
CHS to offer collegiate schedule option for seniors to help prepare them for college transition

CHS to offer collegiate schedule option for seniors to help prepare them for college transition

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December 14, 2015
Science department receives grant to purchase new science equipment

Science department receives grant to purchase new science equipment

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December 14, 2015
New Give Your Hands to the Future Club will raise money to help children in Mexico

New Give Your Hands to the Future Club will raise money to help children in Mexico

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December 14, 2015
Media center to implement new program expanding the media center’s role at CHS

Media center to implement new program expanding the media center’s role at CHS

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December 14, 2015
DEALING WITH DIABETES: Brooke Eckl, Type 1 diabetic and sophomore, uses an insulin pump to regulate her blood glucose levels. Eckl said she has used an insulin pump for approximately eight years. SARAH LIU // PHOTO

Rethinking Diabetes

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November 13, 2015
Carmel hospital area’s first, only to implement new methods for breast cancer detection, care

Carmel hospital area’s first, only to implement new methods for breast cancer detection, care

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November 13, 2015
GOING GREEN: Samantha Wolfe, NHS member and senior, carries a recycling bin for the Ghosts and Goblins Run/Walk. NHS received a grant from Carmel Green Teen that they will use to set up recycling stations. SWETHA NAKSHATRI // PHOTO

NHS uses Carmel Green Teen grant to promote variety of recycling methods

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November 13, 2015
Assistant Principal Joe Schaller

CHS to put new finals schedule into effect this winter to give students more flexibility

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November 13, 2015
FAMILY MATTERS: Sophomore Ryan Cole works on his homework during SRT. To Cole, having an extended Thanksgiving break will be helpful in allowing more time for him to be with his family. SARA YUNG // PHOTO

The extension of Thanksgiving break to allow students more time with family

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November 13, 2015
CHS students choose to interpret Halloween in different ways based on their religion

CHS students choose to interpret Halloween in different ways based on their religion

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October 9, 2015
Carmel Police Department implements online vacation checks, focuses on residents’ safety

Carmel Police Department implements online vacation checks, focuses on residents’ safety

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October 9, 2015
TEDx club to host ‘Where You Least Expect It’ conference at Eleven Fifty Academy tomorrow

TEDx club to host ‘Where You Least Expect It’ conference at Eleven Fifty Academy tomorrow

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October 9, 2015
Principal’s Advisory Council to begin selling raffle tickets to increase attendance at sporting events

Principal’s Advisory Council to begin selling raffle tickets to increase attendance at sporting events

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October 9, 2015
More international students are studying in United States for diploma

More international students are studying in United States for diploma

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September 16, 2015
PLACING PLANS:

New CHS teachers illustrate discrepancy with article concerning Indiana teacher shortage

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September 16, 2015
HUDDLE UP: Head women’s volleyball coach, Matt Fishman, discusses strategy with his players. The women’s volleyball team is one of the many female teams at CHS with a male coach.

Recent developments in coaching gender equality causes Carmel to analyze its own coaching staff

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September 16, 2015
CHS football team implements new tackle techniques to reduce risk of concussions

CHS football team implements new tackle techniques to reduce risk of concussions

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September 16, 2015
CHS adopts new platform to help students with college applications

CHS adopts new platform to help students with college applications

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September 16, 2015
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September 16, 2015
Carmel Clay Public Library hires new director

Carmel Clay Public Library hires new director

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September 16, 2015
CHEMISTRY CONVERSIONS: Chemistry teacher Elizabeth Shafer teaches her Honors Chemistry students about conversions. Shafer switched to standards-based grading and said it allows students to master the topic. SARA YUNG / PHOTO

Several science teachers switch to standards-based grading with a four-point scale

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September 16, 2015
MAKER OF THE MAKERSPACE: Media department chairperson Theresa Ramos holds up an old electronic to be used in the new makerspace. According to Ramos, this makerspace, created with donated electronics, video games, and a grant the media center has received, will be a place for students to learn and express their creativity.

New textbooks for AP U.S. History, world language courses include improved features

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August 11, 2015
Media department chairperson Theresa Ramos holds up an old electronic to be used in the new makerspace. According to Ramos, this makerspace, created with donated electronics, video games, and a grant the media center has received, will be a place for students to learn and express their creativity. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

Media center to build makerspace with grant, donated video games, electronics

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August 11, 2015
Graduation to take place at Indiana Farmers Coliseum May 30

Graduation to take place at Indiana Farmers Coliseum May 30

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May 27, 2015
CHS students view public more open to viewing gender as spectrum

CHS students view public more open to viewing gender as spectrum

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May 21, 2015
Sets of glass windows adorn the sides of the Indianapolis Indiana Temple. The installation of these exterior windows began in June 2014, and it was completed in September of that year. ANNIKA WOLFF / PHOTO

From July to August, the first Mormon Indiana temple will hold a public open house

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May 21, 2015
Maddie Adkins, Environmental Club co-president and sophomore, presents ideas for the club’s Earth Day event during a club meeting. Adkins said the event is aimed at raising awareness for the environment. SARAH LIU / PHOTO

Environmental Club to host Carmel Earth Fair

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April 24, 2015
During a meeting, Natalie Cotherman, Interact Club member and sophomore, discusses ideas and organization for the Hounds for Hounds event. Members will host Hounds for Hounds on Tuesday in the freshman cafeteria. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

Interact Club partners with Paws and Think to host Hounds for Hounds

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April 24, 2015
Cover: CHS students define success in forms other than income

Cover: CHS students define success in forms other than income

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April 23, 2015
After recent government proposals, CHS students consider attending community colleges

After recent government proposals, CHS students consider attending community colleges

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March 20, 2015
Walt Buschbacher, recreational biker and junior, rides his bike on the Monon Trail. Buschbacher said he hopes Carmel’s new bike-share program will encourage more people to ride bikes. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

Carmel implements new bike-share program

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March 20, 2015
(Left to right) Junior Jessica Tao, sophomore Michael Wang, business teacher Paul Clayton, sophomore Brendan Yap, senior Kevin Mi and junior Joe Philleo (not pictured) will participate in the 2015 Fed Challenge. Participating teams of three to five students will offer 15-minute presentations. DARA LEVY / PHOTO

Economics Club members to participate in Fed Challenge

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March 20, 2015
Hip Hop Club to host dance battle for charity

Hip Hop Club to host dance battle for charity

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March 20, 2015
Junior Olivia Wang eats during her lunch period. She said she thinks that the new guidelines may cause some confusion in regards to eating habits. LEVY / PHOTO

Cholesterol Confuses Consumers

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March 20, 2015
(Left to right) Jackie Hu, Kimaya Raje, Katy Voor and Claudia Shelbourne, STEM Club members and juniors, discuss computer science. Raje said club members are researching computer science in order to peer mentor other students and earn the Honda STEM grant. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

STEM Club applies for computer science grant

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February 20, 2015
Junior Troy Li buys cookies from Girl Scout and junior Alex Isler. With the new Digital Cookie program, most Girl Scout troops are selling cookies online instead of in person. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

Girls Scouts introduce Digital Cookie Program

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February 20, 2015
HiLite staff members earn 2015 CSPA Gold Circle awards

HiLite staff members earn 2015 CSPA Gold Circle awards

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February 2, 2015
CHS students increasingly identifying themselves as politically Independent

CHS students increasingly identifying themselves as politically Independent

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November 14, 2014
Senior Corbin Flatford said the recent Supreme Court ruling to uphold the lift on same-sex marriage in Indiana will change families who, like hers, involve same-sex relationships. According to Flatford, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruling is long overdue. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

Supreme Court upholds lift on ban of same-sex marriage

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November 14, 2014
Grace Miller, Living Hope club vice president and junior, designs posters for the the upcoming trunk shows. The shows will take place on Nov. 15 at the state fair grounds to raise money to stop sex trafficking and prostitution. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

Living Hope Club volunteers at trunk shows

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November 14, 2014
outube Club member and freshman Justin Park films an umbrella fight video with fellow Youtube Club members. Every week, the members brainstorm a topic and film a video that they will upload. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

New clubs start in the 2014-2015 school year

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November 14, 2014
CHS students balance tolerance with tradition

CHS students balance tolerance with tradition

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November 14, 2014
Cover Story

Media polarizes opinion

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October 10, 2014
Plant-based dairy and protein products increase in popularity

Plant-based dairy and protein products increase in popularity

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October 10, 2014
Construction work continues near 136th Street. According to Eric Seidentsticker, Carmel City Council president, construction will cut down on the traffic around these areas. SARAH LIU / PHOTO

U.S. 31 Interchange Construction to continue on Main Street

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October 10, 2014
Tracy Hadden, AP European History teacher and social studies department chairperson, teaches her class. Veteran teachers such as Hadden may become more rare as the new REPA III law may put more inexperienced teachers into the classroom. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

REPA III changes teaching license requirements

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October 10, 2014
Elizabeth Baach, Carmel Green Initiative board member and junior, plants a plant near the construction. Baach said she opposes the Monon Lake construction plan due to its environmental impact. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

Environmentalists take issue with Monon project

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October 10, 2014
Social media spurs a new form of activism

Social media spurs a new form of activism

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September 11, 2014
Cafeteria worker prepares food that adheres to new nutrition requirements. SARAH LIU / PHOTO

New nutrition standards limit bake sales, fund-raisers

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September 11, 2014
Mormon and junior Megan Armstrong tries to find a balance between evolution and her faith. Armstrong said she currently believes in literal creationism.

CHS students try to find balance between evolution and creationism

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September 11, 2014
Indianapolis to implement BlueIndy Car Share program downtown

Indianapolis to implement BlueIndy Car Share program downtown

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August 13, 2014
Sarah Tinaphong, House of Books co-president and junior, examines a book from a Free Little Library at West Park. Tinaphong said these libraries serve as a convenient source of new books. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

Little Free Libraries spread throughout Carmel

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August 13, 2014
A view of an old chateau undergoing restoration

Studying abroad hosts benefits in the job market

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August 13, 2014
Sophomore Makela Kaopuiki plays the clarinet during band class. Director of bands Michael Pote said renovations will take place in the band room this summer. JASMINE LAM / PHOTO

Performing arts department to begin band room renovations

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May 22, 2014
Students at prom take Breathalyzer tests prior to the event, which was held May 3. The tests are taken as precaution during Homecoming and prom. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

Changes in Breathalyzer policy require Breathalyzers on all field trips

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May 22, 2014
Sophomore Sophie Page sprays tanning oil onto her legs before tanning. Page said she has used a tanning bed before, but still supports the recent ban on the use of tanning beds for minors under the age of 16. SARAH LIU / PHOTO

Gov. Mike Pence signs bill to ban tanning bed usage for minors under the age of 16

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May 22, 2014
A bus part of the Indy Express service travels downtown and back everyday. The new mass transit bill will allow for more transportation around the central Indiana area. CHRISTINE FERNANDO / PHOTO

Central Indiana mass transit bill passes legislature, awaits referendum

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May 22, 2014
Indiana to replace Common Core with Indiana Academic Standards

Indiana to replace Common Core with Indiana Academic Standards

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April 24, 2014
SAT prep tutor Edgar Huang hosts an online class that trains students for the SAT. Huang said the biggest change is how the essay will be tested because it now requires evidence. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

College Board introduces reforms for spring 2016 including optional essay, different score

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April 24, 2014
CHS administration to allow students to take online summer school courses through Indiana Online Academy

CHS administration to allow students to take online summer school courses through Indiana Online Academy

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April 24, 2014
Officer Phil Hobson discusses the issues of safety brought up by the new law that allows guns in school parking lots. The bill was signed by Gov. Mike Pence on March 26 and will go into effect on July 1. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

Indiana state law to allow guns in locked vehicles in school parking lots

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April 24, 2014
New FAA Regulations: Interactive Graphic

New FAA Regulations: Interactive Graphic

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March 31, 2014
U.S. 31 will close starting April 4 and will remain closed for most of 2014. The construction will affect students who work or volunteer at buildings along the road as well as affecting bus stop times. SWETHA NAKSHATRI / PHOTO

U.S. 31 road closing starts April 4, affects students’ jobs, bus routes

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March 27, 2014
Isabella Liu (right), TEDx co-president and sophomore, talks to sophomore and member Samantha Hunter (left) during a TEDx Club meeting. The April 19 conference will feature adult and student speakers and discuss simplicity in life. ALICE ZHU / PHOTO

TEDx Club to host TED conference on April 19

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March 27, 2014
Sophomore Joe Philleo uses his cell phone. Although people can’t use cell phones for voice communications on airplanes, the new FAA regulations will allow people to use electronic devices for other purposes. ALEX YOM / PHOTO

FAA’s new regulations allow passengers to use electronics during takeoff, landing

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March 27, 2014
Rich Taylor, president of the Rotary Club of Carmel, works at his office. The Rotary Club of Carmel participates in various service projects. ALLY RUSSELL / PHOTO

Rotary Club to present service award to CHS junior

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March 27, 2014
Kimaya Raje and Max Jolly, House of Books members and sophomores, work on the computer during a club meeting. Raje and Jolly participate in many House of Books Club events including World Book Night. MILES DAI / PHOTO

House of Books members to participate in World Book Night U.S. on April 23

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March 27, 2014

House of Books members and sophomores Max Jolly and Kimaya Raje give their first impressions of World Book Night U.S. novel Catch-22

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March 27, 2014
Meningitis vaccination requirements to come in 2014

Meningitis vaccination requirements to come in 2014

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February 27, 2014
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