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Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Asini Jayarapu and Emma Hu
Culture influences continue to modernize ballet
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
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
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Wicked
The Wicked
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Club sponsor Matthew Cinkoske works at his desk. Cinkoske said the Quiz Bowl members have grown in their strengths. “Everyone works hard, they’re in high-level classes, and they want to do their best,” Cinkoske said.
Quiz Bowl prepares for second semester, reflects on end of semester
Sophomores Shambavi Muralidaren and Alex Mi practice their presentations about Endocrinology during their G4 human body systems class on Dec. 10, 2024 in Alyssa Ament's room. They successfully completed their practice and continued to review for the assessment. “We’ve been in the rigorous process of preparing our final slides presentation, I think we’ll do good,” Mi said.
Students, assistant principal wait for feedback on new ACE schedule, anticipate challenges, benefits
Claire Barbour, the Sugar Plum fairy at the CIDE performance, poses for professional ballet photos. This is Barbour’s second time performing the nutcracker, a very important role in the performance this year. Barbour said, "I hope to show them that if you have a dream or a dream role, like the Sugar Plum was to me, to never stop chasing it and to never give up.” (Submitted Photo: Claire Barbour)
Central Indiana Dance Ensemble performs annual Nutcracker production
Superintendent Michael Beresford informs the board that renaming the court has been in the works since 2020. Beresford said the global pandemic threw a wrench in these plans, but they are finally back on track.
CHS to rename basketball court
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
Sophomore Atharva Sahu poses with his younger brother and paternal grandparents in his grandparent’s rural village of Kathonda, India on Dec. 10, 2019. Sahu visited his grandparents’ old house, which they had left over 40 years ago. Sahu said, “You are able to get a sense of how other people in different situations and environments live.” (Submitted Photo: Atharva Sahu)
Communication plays an important role in distant family connections
Sophomore Ellen Rozmaryn volunteers at a small museum in Christkindlmarkt. Rozmaryn said this experience strengthened her connections to the community.
Christkindlmarkt volunteers build personal cultural awareness
Senior Feryal Haider uses ChatGPT to solve math problems on a whiteboard on Dec. 3. Haider said effective AI use has helped her perform better in school.
Teacher, students weigh benefits, drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in education
David Fronek, a finance and investment teacher, teaches the class different investment strategies on Nov. 7, at Carmel High School. “The internet provides access to significantly more information and knowledge about how to invest and what investments are available,” Fronek said.
Students, teacher evaluate the rise of youth participation in the stock market, positive effects
Kids draw and participate in Diwali activities at the Diwali party held at Midtown on Oct. 26. Arya said the experience was really fun and allowed her to connect with her culture better.
Hindu students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Photoessay : Women's Basketball Game Dec. 10
Photoessay : Women’s Basketball Game Dec. 10
Senior Ethan Zhang gets ready as he prepares for his state swim meet. In this meet CHS became the 2024 state champions. (Submitted photo: Ethan Zhang)
Athlete Spotlight: Ethan Zhang on committing to Columbia University
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Senior Grace Kim plays tennis with a brace after recovering from her ACL tear. Kim said she's played more cautiously since she sustained her injury. (Submitted photo: Grace Kim)
Athletes, coach reflect on impact of injuries on athletics
Nov 13. Assistant coach Andy Markowitz runs through drills with the team, helping them understand the concept and importance of the drill and how it correlates to playing on the field.
Students, coaches analyze benefits and drawbacks of transitions between coaches
Isaiah Henderson, Ambassador's member and senior, performs his solo for the song "The Greatest Snow" alongside Greyhound Sound members on Dec. 3 in the Dale E. Graham Auditorium for the final rehearsal of Holiday Spectacular. Holiday Spectacular was split into two different acts with an intermission in between.
Holiday Spectacular Q&A with students
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Singer Louis Tomlinson performs at Everwise Amphitheater on Jun. 7. The English singer-songwriter was touring on the Faith in the Future World Tour.
Students, economics teachers discuss rise in concert attendance despite dramatic increase in ticket prices
"Wicked" poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
“Wicked” poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
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
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: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
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
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Month In Review: November 2024
Month In Review: November 2024
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
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 26
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
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: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 26
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: October 31
Word Search: October 31
Word Search: October 23
Word Search: October 23
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: The premise of "Culinary Class Wars" is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Review: The premise of “Culinary Class Wars” is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Introducing: "The Muses Who Stole Christmas," a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Introducing: “The Muses Who Stole Christmas,” a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Review: "Meet Me Next Christmas" is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: “Meet Me Next Christmas” is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: "Gilmore Girls", the perfect fall show [MUSE]
Review: “Gilmore Girls”, the perfect fall show [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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Raiha Zainab

Raiha Zainab, Audience Engagement Editor

Hi! I’m Raiha, and I’m this year’s Audience Engagement Editor—which basically means I’ll be looking into our readers’ habits and how to further appeal to our audience! I’ve been in HiLite for three years and loved (almost) every second of it! Previously, I’ve been Student Section Editor and reporter. I have always been very passionate about telling stories—especially the ones that are not often heard—and giving a voice to the voiceless. If you’ve stumbled your way onto my page, you can view some of my stories to the right. Aside from HiLite, I have an internship at Current in Carmel, work for a Canadian-based non-profit called The Abolish Foundation, work as a tutor, am president of Mental Health Awareness Club, and spend the rest of time exploring local coffee shops and bookstores!

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Be Ethical: Students should research brands to encourage fair labor practices, dissuade exploitative child labor

Be Ethical: Students should research brands to encourage fair labor practices, dissuade exploitative child labor

Raiha Zainab
December 13, 2018
Let's Talk About Sex. . . Education: With new sexual education laws in Indiana, CHS students, staff debate state of sex ed at our school

Let’s Talk About Sex. . . Education: With new sexual education laws in Indiana, CHS students, staff debate state of sex ed at our school

Misha Rekhter and Raiha Zainab
October 25, 2018

Sex Ed Q&As

Angela Li and Raiha Zainab
October 25, 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

ARTISTS OF CHS

Riya Chinni and Raiha Zainab
May 17, 2018
National Art Honor Society (NAHS) members create a photobooth for a fundraiser at Theraplay, a horse therapy clinic that works with kids with special needs. They also created a craft station and plan to bring Indy 500 race car drivers to the event.

NAHS to work with Theraplay

Raiha Zainab
May 5, 2018
Your Classes, Your Choices: CHS students should choose courses based on interests rather than outside pressures.

Your Classes, Your Choices: CHS students should choose courses based on interests rather than outside pressures.

Raiha Zainab
April 20, 2018
National Art Honor Society (NAHS) sponsor Jennifer Bubp finishes a painting for an art show at Soho Cafe, which took place on March 1. NAHS will host an event on March 29 to raise money for charity.

NAHS to host all-district art show at Carmel Public Library

Raiha Zainab
January 31, 2018
Alone in the crowd?

Alone in the crowd?

Raiha Zainab and Angela Qian
January 25, 2018
Hannah Martin, NAHS president and senior, discusses NAHS at the last Art Club meeting of 2017. The club will turn into NAHS for the second semester.

National Art Honor Society to have induction ceremony, start off a new year

Raiha Zainab
January 18, 2018
Don't Ignore It. CHS students should address, not ignore controversial issues.

Don’t Ignore It. CHS students should address, not ignore controversial issues.

Raiha Zainab
December 14, 2017
Art Club sponsor Jennifer Bubp shares information on National Art Honor Society (NAHS) at a meeting. Applications to become a NAHS member are due Dec. 1.

Art Club to make change to National Art Honor Society

Raiha Zainab
November 25, 2017
HiLite Baking Contest: HiLite invites readers to the second annual baking contest

HiLite Baking Contest: HiLite invites readers to the second annual baking contest

Raiha Zainab
November 9, 2017
A Sneak Peak at Fall Boutiques

A Sneak Peak at Fall Boutiques

Jessica Konrad and Raiha Zainab
October 26, 2017
Art Club sponsor Jennifer Bubp holds up a painting that will be used at the club’s silent art auction. Art students turned in some of their works to be displayed at the auction, which will take place throughout the school day on Oct. 17.

Art Club to host silent art auction

Raiha Zainab
October 14, 2017
Shubhi Sinha, 11

Shubhi Sinha, 11

Raiha Zainab, Student Section Editor
September 21, 2017
Art Club will be presenting this angel wings mural to the public at the Carmel International Arts Festival on Saturday. They worked on it at their last several meetings for the festival.

Art Club to participate in Carmel International Arts Festival

Raiha Zainab
September 20, 2017
Art Club plans several of their upcoming events, including their plans for Homecoming. Its call-out meeting was on Aug. 31, and the club will continue to have meetings every Thursday in Room H115.

Art Club to host art showcase and homecoming booth

Raiha Zainab
September 7, 2017
The Ultimate Summer Guide

The Ultimate Summer Guide

Jessica Konrad and Raiha Zainab
May 18, 2017
Seniors Zach Miller and Jack Michal are the self-proclaimed party planners of the senior class. They have their organization and set-up techniques down to a science, and, according to Miller, they do it for free, out of a desire to bring people together and have a good time.

Working for the weekend

Raiha Zainab and Lin-Lin Mo
April 20, 2017
A Lesson to Learn: After the recent lawsuit from the Teens for Life poster, administrators should learn from the mistakes made.

A Lesson to Learn: After the recent lawsuit from the Teens for Life poster, administrators should learn from the mistakes made.

Raiha Zainab, Reporter
April 20, 2017
(Deaf)ining history

(Deaf)ining history

Raiha Zainab, Student Section reporter
March 17, 2017
Shades of Gray and Color. People should look beyond their points of view and hear others out.

Shades of Gray and Color. People should look beyond their points of view and hear others out.

Raiha Zainab, Reporter
March 17, 2017
Being Visible: Three different students, three different viewpoints on the most prevalent social issues in our country today

Being Visible: Three different students, three different viewpoints on the most prevalent social issues in our country today

Raiha Zainab and Lilly St. Angelo
February 24, 2017
Terry Ramos, CHS Media Specialist and Media and Communications Department Chair

Ask the HiLite: In today’s politically charged climate, how can students properly consume the news?

Raiha Zainab, Student Section reporter
February 23, 2017
Picture from the Butler Unity Walk on Feb. 3

Politically Active Students: Gabi Ruderman, Women’s March

Raiha Zainab, Reporter
February 10, 2017

The Valentines Day Guide

Christina Yang, Raiha Zainab, and Lilly St. Angelo
January 27, 2017
Hannah Kosc, Art Club member and sophomore, works on an art piece during an Art Club meeting. At this meeting, Art Club sponsor Jennifer Bubp discussed information to join CHS’s new National Art Honor Society. Art students and Art Club members were able to fill out an application including a portfolio and teacher recommendations to join NAHS, which will be starting out with an induction ceremony on Jan. 19.

Art Club changes to National Art Honors Society for second semester

Raiha Zainab, Feature Reporter
January 9, 2017
And the Adventure Begins. It is healthy and beneficial to be spontaneous.

And the Adventure Begins. It is healthy and beneficial to be spontaneous.

Raiha Zainab, Reporter
December 12, 2016
Soapbox: Is family-time or free-time more important to you during the holiday season?

Soapbox: Is family-time or free-time more important to you during the holiday season?

Raiha Zainab, Student Section reporter
December 12, 2016
A DIFFERENT LIFE: Sophomore Abby Draper reflects on her life after adotion by looking through her baby photos with her adoptive parents. She said she wishes to find her birth parents when she turns 18 years old.

National Adoption Awareness Month: CHS student reflects on life after discovering her adoption

Raiha Zainab, Feature reporter
November 17, 2016
Art Club sponsor Jennifer Bubp discusses the upcoming fall art show and window painting project with Art Club members. Art students have raised canned food for the CHS Backpack Program and Bubp said she hopes people will bring some more during the art show.

Art Club to host fall art show on Nov. 17

Raiha Zainab
November 16, 2016
CHS students should consider spending more time reading in their free time

CHS students should consider spending more time reading in their free time

Raiha Zainab, Reporter
September 16, 2016

Ask the HiLite: How to get the most out of Homecoming

Raiha Zainab, Student Section reporter
September 16, 2016
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