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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
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Word Search: November 26
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Connections: December 13
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Connections: November 19
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Connections: October 30
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Connections: October 18
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
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Crossword: August 12
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Crossword: April 24
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Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
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Mini Crossword: November 19
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
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Wordle: October 15
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Word Search: December 12
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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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Celebrate the beginning of summer with strawberry lemonade

Celebrate the beginning of summer with strawberry lemonade

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May 19, 2016
THE VALUE OF EXPERIENCE

THE VALUE OF EXPERIENCE

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May 19, 2016
Summer music festivals

Summer music festivals

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May 19, 2016
Best Buddies Forever

Best Buddies Forever

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April 21, 2016
A Practical Prom

A Practical Prom

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April 21, 2016
April Fool's Day Graphic

April Fool’s Day Graphic

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March 18, 2016
College Decisions Q&A

College Decisions Q&A

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March 18, 2016
Funding the Kids

Funding the Kids

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February 19, 2016
Process of Determining a Snow Delay

Process of Determining a Snow Delay

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February 19, 2016
Dance Marathon Granola Recipe

Dance Marathon Granola Recipe

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February 19, 2016
Black History isn't black and white

Black History isn’t black and white

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January 21, 2016
LOVE: A PSYCHOLOGICAL STANDPOINT

LOVE: A PSYCHOLOGICAL STANDPOINT

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January 21, 2016

Scheduling: Requested courses for 2016-2017

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January 21, 2016
Holiday Shopping Cheat Sheet: Graphic

Holiday Shopping Cheat Sheet: Graphic

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December 14, 2015
The Brain on Finals Week: Graphic

The Brain on Finals Week: Graphic

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December 14, 2015
Not Your Usual Santa Babies

Not Your Usual Santa Babies

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December 14, 2015
Let's Get Down to Business

Let’s Get Down to Business

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December 14, 2015
Tasteful Transition

Tasteful Transition

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November 18, 2015
Turkey Time Alternatives

Turkey Time Alternatives

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November 14, 2015
TEDx Q&A

TEDx Q&A

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October 9, 2015
An Apple (Crisp) a Day Keeps the PSAT Jitters Away

An Apple (Crisp) a Day Keeps the PSAT Jitters Away

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October 9, 2015

Unconventional Halloween Traditions

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October 9, 2015

Seasonal Deals/Events at Local Businesses

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October 9, 2015
National Coffee Day Graphic

National Coffee Day Graphic

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September 16, 2015
Fresh(man) Year, Fresh Start

Fresh(man) Year, Fresh Start

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September 16, 2015
The Wilder, The Better

The Wilder, The Better

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September 16, 2015
Guide to Homecoming Spirit Week 2015

Guide to Homecoming Spirit Week 2015

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September 16, 2015
Summer Activities around CHS Q&A: Choosing an internship or a vacation for this summer

Summer Activities around CHS Q&A: Choosing an internship or a vacation for this summer

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May 21, 2015
Student Speak-Ups: How will you be decorating your dorm?

Student Speak-Ups: How will you be decorating your dorm?

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May 21, 2015

Finals Week Prep

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May 21, 2015

History of Macaro(o)ns

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May 21, 2015

Keep On Movin’ On

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April 23, 2015

DIY Dough-licious Pretzels

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April 23, 2015

National Pretzel Day Graphic

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April 23, 2015
Swapping Sister Schools

Swapping Sister Schools

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March 20, 2015

Spring Break Tips

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March 20, 2015

Student Speak-Ups

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March 20, 2015
Dancing For the Kids who Can’t

Dancing For the Kids who Can’t

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February 20, 2015

Be Humble Day

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February 20, 2015

Student Speak-Ups: What’s your favorite part about Dance Marathon?

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February 20, 2015
Turkey With a Side of Ping-Pong

Turkey With a Side of Ping-Pong

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November 14, 2014

Black Friday is a Friday Thing.

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November 14, 2014

Thanksgiving Briefs

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November 14, 2014
The #PSL Life: Are Starbucks Fall Drinks a Craze or Phase?

The #PSL Life: Are Starbucks Fall Drinks a Craze or Phase?

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October 10, 2014
How to: Pumpkin Pie featuring Hilite’s food blog, THE SCOOP

How to: Pumpkin Pie featuring Hilite’s food blog, THE SCOOP

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October 10, 2014
Movie Madness: CHS Film students excited for Oct. 16 Heartland Film Festival

Movie Madness: CHS Film students excited for Oct. 16 Heartland Film Festival

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October 10, 2014
#ALSICEBUCKETCHALLENGE TRICKLES THROUGH CARMEL

#ALSICEBUCKETCHALLENGE TRICKLES THROUGH CARMEL

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September 11, 2014
SPIRITED: Wang remains clueless while Greaser demonstrates excitement for Homecoming. The two are the true contrast between the Grinch and the Real John Williams.

HOMECOMING CHILL VS. THRILL: HOMECOMING SPECTRUM

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September 11, 2014

HOW TO PREPARE FOR AN INTERVIEW

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September 11, 2014
How Intern-esting

How Intern-esting

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May 22, 2014
Which Fest is Best?

Which Fest is Best?

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May 22, 2014
Meet the Candidates

Meet the Candidates

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April 24, 2014
Prom-ising Dresses

Prom-ising Dresses

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April 24, 2014
Find the Blog for You

Find the Blog for You

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March 27, 2014
All Laughs: Members of the Comedy Sportz team practice their improv skills every week at practice. Duncan Moran (middle), junior and team member, said the team has been practicing all school year to prepare for the competition season.

ComedySportz team prepares for upcoming competition season

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February 27, 2014
Skin Deep

Skin Deep

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February 27, 2014
Students of CHS

Students of CHS

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January 23, 2014
ROTC provides benefits without full Army enlistment

ROTC provides benefits without full Army enlistment

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January 23, 2014
Clash of Cultures

Clash of Cultures

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December 13, 2013
Students incorporate traditions from different nations into holiday season

Students incorporate traditions from different nations into holiday season

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December 13, 2013
'Baking a Difference' bakes food for local charities

‘Baking a Difference’ bakes food for local charities

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November 15, 2013

Students give hope to local homeless youth

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November 15, 2013
Students help to provide safe drinking water

Students help to provide safe drinking water

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November 15, 2013
Project Sunshine aids in giving relief for families with sick children

Project Sunshine aids in giving relief for families with sick children

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November 15, 2013
Carmel Mayor's Youth Council to Host Fall Fest

Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council to Host Fall Fest

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October 11, 2013
Speaker of the House. Why I choose to represent our school

Speaker of the House. Why I choose to represent our school

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October 11, 2013
Mr. President: Q&A with Jack Langston

Mr. President: Q&A with Jack Langston

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October 11, 2013

App of the Month: Vine

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October 11, 2013
John Lampe, quarterback and senior, discusses the upcoming Homecoming game.

John Lampe Q&A

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September 12, 2013
Classes to build playhouses Wednesday

Classes to build playhouses Wednesday

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September 12, 2013

Hall decorating to occur Sept. 16

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September 12, 2013
Matthew Dillon, assistant coach of the Historic Travel Club and social studies teacher, discusses the upcoming Europe trip

Matthew Dillon, assistant coach of the Historic Travel Club and social studies teacher, discusses the upcoming Europe trip

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May 23, 2013

Indiana University’s Honors Program helps students learn about other cultures

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May 23, 2013

Students prepare for the summer Europe trip to Paris, Normandy and London

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May 23, 2013

Carmel’s Art Show – Francisca “Franci” Figueroa

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April 25, 2013

Carmel’s Art Show – Bridget Anderson

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April 25, 2013

Carmel’s Art Show – Caroline Ward

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April 25, 2013

Carmel’s Art Show – Renee Aadson

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April 25, 2013
HAILEY MEYER / PHOTO

Carmel hopes to break the world record for most sets of twins graduating in a year

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March 22, 2013
Students join Anchorsaway to maintain their beliefs in upcoming years

Students join Anchorsaway to maintain their beliefs in upcoming years

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February 22, 2013

The Commercialization of Valentines Day

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January 24, 2013

Q&A with the Ellery family about the holiday season

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December 20, 2012
Whose beard is better?

Whose beard is better?

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November 16, 2012
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Q&A with physics teacher David James about his No Shave Equinox

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November 16, 2012

Students work local haunts

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October 23, 2012

Q&A with Assistant Principal John Newton about everything important at the start of a new school year.

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September 18, 2012
Sophomore Brandon Xu plans on attending an international music academy in Beijing

Sophomore Brandon Xu plans on attending an international music academy in Beijing

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May 18, 2012

Junior Craige Maude keeps in touch with Best Buddies through Twitter

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May 17, 2012

Media manager Judy Miller tweets through the CHS media center Twitter page to promote events and communicate with students

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April 27, 2012
GIRLS ON WHEELS: Junior Kaijah Monson (center) competes in an Indianapolis Junior Roller Derby game. Monson said next year she wants to join the Naptown Roller Girls, an adult roller derby league. HAILEY MEYER / PHOTO

Junior Kaijah Monson is a blocker in roller derby, a sport gaining popularity in the United States

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March 22, 2012

Junior Haley Weiss promotes the Gift of Water club on Twitter

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March 22, 2012

Science teacher Jeremy Horner uses @chschemcrazy to communicate with teachers, update students about classes and to post interesting science tidbits

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February 23, 2012
Guest Column: Dancing for Those Who Can't

Guest Column: Dancing for Those Who Can’t

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February 23, 2012
MUSICAL TALENT: Sophomore Rachel Chen plays her guitar and sings her favorite songs by different artists. Chen said she likes to make covers of songs and upload them to her YouTube channel, rchenmusic.

Sophomore Rachel Chen uses social media to promote her singing and guitar playing

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January 27, 2012

Junior Meredith Baranowski updates students about CHS events and student government

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January 27, 2012

Cafeteria manager Anne-Marie Woerner updates students about the school lunchrooms through the cafeteria Twitter page

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December 12, 2011

Key Club president and senior Kern Vohra updates Key Club members through Twitter

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November 18, 2011

What is Student Section?

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October 19, 2011

Junior Xing ‘Melody’ Gao has set her sights on a medical career in which she will join Doctors Without Borders

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October 19, 2011

Senior Alex Chong takes charge of the NHS Twitter

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October 19, 2011
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