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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
Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping
Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping
Pageant titleholder, model, teacher, postdoctoral fellow reflect on Black is Beautiful movement, beauty standards, culture
Pageant titleholder, model, teacher, postdoctoral fellow reflect on Black is Beautiful movement, beauty standards, culture
National Photography Month
National Photography Month
A New Frontier in Space Travel
A New Frontier in Space Travel
The Month of Math
The Month of Math
Solar Sensation
Solar Sensation
Once Upon A Tale...
Once Upon A Tale…
The cell phone ban is both helpful and detrimental to students
The cell phone ban is both helpful and detrimental to students
Graphic Perspective: Resume Building
Graphic Perspective: Resume Building
Kamala Harris’ ‘brat’ campaign is a stroke of modern genius
Kamala Harris’ ‘brat’ campaign is a stroke of modern genius
Is it the end for cultural phenomenon "It Ends With Us"?
Is it the end for cultural phenomenon “It Ends With Us”?
Places on Main Tier List
Places on Main Tier List
Sophomore Edward Chen solves problems for the USAMTS competition. “I have not competed in this competition in the past because I took the AMC instead. These are some pretty good proof problems,” he said. Chen worked with friends to solve math problems.
Math Club to compete in the USAMTS and other competitions
Superintendent Michael Beresford poses with his service dog on Sept. 12. Beresford said it's important to research the candidates for the school board race.
Carmel Clay Schools to inform voters of school board election
FCCLA officers preparing for the FCCLA callout meeting on Aug. 29 in B175. FCCLA co-adviser Faith Dalton said, “(The officers) this year really know what everything should look like and all the events that are competed at state.”
FCCLA officers to explain STAR events, focus on member retention at following meetings
Best Buddies members and officers pose in the Freshman Cafeteria for the end-of-year celebration on May 16, 2023. “Joining in on these activities is a great way to gain first-hand experience fostering inclusion in our community,” Davis said by email.
Best Buddies nears annual match party
Principal Tim Phares sits in the Administration Office. Phares said administration is going to navigate the new diploma requirements to make sure students are prepared.
Administration plans for new diploma requirements
Junior Gaia Shields places her phone in a cell phone pocket at the start of class on Sep. 16, following the newly passed policy banning phone use during instruction. The change is intended to reduce distractions and boost classroom engagement.
Cell phone restrictions redefines engagement, interactions in school
Students learn about new clubs at the Freshman Club Fair on August 22nd. Sophomore Rajeev Singh said the activities fair was a great way to connect with students and get them to join various clubs.
Freshmen transitioning into CHS eased by implemented measures, alleviates stress
Junior Manvi Musunuru studies in class with her glasses on Aug 8. Musunuru wore glasses due to difficulty seeing the board in the class. Musunuru said it helped her greatly in classes.
Students, optometrist experience more vision problems due to increased screen time
On Aug. 10, Junior Jessica Xie focuses on editing a piece of writing submitted to the literary magazine, the Breakbread Literacy Project, where she interns. Xie said she is grateful that her internship allows her to see what writing is like from a publishing standpoint.
High school internships provide students unique experiences
McMillan stands with his siblings, Merilee, his older sister, and Abby, his younger sister, for a photo. McMillan said he encourages middle children to develop positive relationships with their siblings and parents. (Submitted Photo: Park McMillan)
Middle children work to overcome being overshadowed by siblings
On Aug. 23, the CHS varsity football team has their first game of the season at home. As the hounds lead the game going into the fourth quarter, the coaches help them stay focused while victory is in sight.
Football players, coach discuss impact of first game on season
Senior Alex Shackell swims in an Olympic race in August 2024. Shackell said, “There’s always going to be nerves and stuff but I tried to remain pretty calm and I knew I was ready for the race.” (Submitted Photo: Alex Shackell)
Athlete Spotlight: Alex Shackell on competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics
Andrew Kim, tennis player and junior, plays against Cathedral. Assistant coach Mark Branaman said that the team is enthusiastic, seeming to be gelling very well together.
Men’s tennis to compete in John Shirley Invitational
Members of the Lacrosse team play in a scrimmage on April 24. Head Coach Keith Allen said offensive players have been using scrimmages to practice their plays and sets.
Men’s lacrosse to play Hamilton Southeastern on May 3
Sophomore Grace Marshall competes in a lifting competition. Marshall said, "I would say (winning competitions) is a really good feeling. I work really hard for my strength and my capabilities so to see the outcome of it is pretty nice." (Submitted Photo: Grace Marshall)
Athlete Spotlight: Grace Marshall on being a powerlifting champion
Amid rising popularity of ‘Love Island USA,’ conversations regarding online protection of influencers more important than ever [opinion]
Amid rising popularity of ‘Love Island USA,’ conversations regarding online protection of influencers more important than ever [opinion]
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Family vlogger controversy, need for content reform [opinion]
Family vlogger controversy, need for content reform [opinion]
Q&A with Prince Topher and pit violist on "Cinderella" experience
Q&A with Prince Topher and pit violist on “Cinderella” experience
Junior Isaiah Henderson as Prince Topher and senior Gabi Bradley as Cinderella get married on stage on May 10. The show was Rodgers and Hammerstein's adaptation of the classic story and ran from May 9 to 11.
“Cinderella” Photo Gallery
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
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?
Students, assistant principal consider benefits, flaws of A.C.E week
Students, assistant principal consider benefits, flaws of A.C.E week
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: 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?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Humans of CHS: Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: February 2024
Month In Review: February 2024
Month In Review: January 2024
Month In Review: January 2024
Semester in Review: Fall 2023
Semester in Review: Fall 2023
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: September 18
Connections: September 17
Connections: September 17
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Mini Crossword: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 13
Connections: September 12
Connections: September 12
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: "Challengers" does it all [MUSE]
Review: “Challengers” does it all [MUSE]
Review: "A House of Flame and Shadow" by Sarah J. Maas was a disappointing read [MUSE]
Review: “A House of Flame and Shadow” by Sarah J. Maas was a disappointing read [MUSE]
Review: Conan Gray’s new album, “Found Heaven”, is a refreshing twist on modern music [MUSE]
Review: Conan Gray’s new album, “Found Heaven”, is a refreshing twist on modern music [MUSE]
Review: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” is the quintessential Gen-Z movie [MUSE]
Review: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” is the quintessential Gen-Z movie [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]
Connections: September 17
Connections: September 17
Connections: September 12
Connections: September 12
Connections: September 3
Connections: September 3
Connections: August 27
Connections: August 27
Connections: August 13
Connections: August 13
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: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 13
Mini Crossword: September 10
Mini Crossword: September 10
Mini Crossword: August 28
Mini Crossword: August 28
Mini Crossword: August 20
Mini Crossword: August 20
Mini Crossword: August 12
Mini Crossword: August 12
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 23
Wordle: August 23
Wordle: August 16
Wordle: August 16
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: August 22
Word Search: August 22
Word Search: August 14
Word Search: August 14
Word Search: May 16
Word Search: May 16
Word Search: April 30
Word Search: April 30
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Caitlin Follman

Caitlin Follman, Managing Editor

Hi everyone! I’m Caitlin and am a managing editor for staff this year. In the past I’ve served as a JAM editor, feature graphics artist, and photographer. Outside of school I'm also involved in Speech and Debate and am a huge motorsports and F1 fan!

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[Photo] Kamala Harris’ ‘brat’ campaign is a stroke of modern genius

Evelyn Foster
September 13, 2024
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Darby Miller, junior, and IB English student, along with other IB Literature students, read and act out a play during their class on April 24. The class picked parts and read the play throughout the week to learn more about different literary elements and devices.

[Photo] 2023-24 Photo of the Day

August 30, 2023
Welcome to "The Matrix"

Welcome to “The Matrix”

Caitlin Follman, Safiya Ilmudeen, Ava Reddick, Keira Kress, Aksi Adilet-Sultan, Megan Xia, Helena Wang, and Roman Gralak
March 31, 2024
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[Photo] The new “Kung Fu Panda 4” movie: a journey of growth, self-realization and adventure [opinion]

Mansi Indarapu
March 15, 2024
Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari will limit his future success [opinion]

Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari will limit his future success [opinion]

Caitlin Follman
February 29, 2024
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[Photo] Students, teacher discuss Noah Kahan’s abrupt rise to fame and Grammy nomination

Elsie McAndrews
February 1, 2024
Month In Review: January 2024

Month In Review: January 2024

Caitlin Follman, Grace Guo, Avani Gupta, Nora Mariano, and Chase Thorpe
February 6, 2024
Coca-Cola Everything

Coca-Cola Everything

Caitlin Follman and Caroline Just
January 30, 2024
Glory and Gold

Glory and Gold

Caitlin Follman, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, Helena Wang, and Leying Yang
January 24, 2024
Review: “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” might not be the adaptation book fans were hoping for [MUSE]

Review: “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” might not be the adaptation book fans were hoping for [MUSE]

Caitlin Follman
January 22, 2024
Spelling It Out

Spelling It Out

Caitlin Follman, Emma Hu, Ayaan Nadeem, Deesha Roopesh, Leying Yang, and Jasmine Zhang
December 20, 2023

HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup

Caitlin Follman and Caroline Just
November 9, 2023
Striking Out

Striking Out

Avery Carlisle, Caitlin Follman, Roman Gralak, Caroline Just, Keira Kress, Helena Wang, and Ryan Zhang
November 8, 2023
Faith, Trust & Pixie Dust

Faith, Trust & Pixie Dust

Laxumi Chandrakumar, Caitlin Follman, Grace Guo, Jenna Hoffeditz, Safiya Ilmudeen, Caroline Just, Arjun Purohit, Helena Wang, and Ryan Zhang
October 27, 2023
Rising Above

Rising Above

Avery Carlisle, Caitlin Follman, Roman Gralak, Grace Guo, Jane Martens, Deesha Roopesh, and Megan Xia
October 12, 2023

HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup

Caitlin Follman and Caroline Just
October 2, 2023
Month In Review: August/September 2023

Month In Review: August/September 2023

Ethan Blastick, Caitlin Follman, Anuj Gupta, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Abigail Lee, and Zoe Tu
October 1, 2023
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2023

LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2023

Caitlin Follman, Avani Gupta, Mahitha Konjeti, Nora Mariano, Maggie Meyer, and Chase Thorpe
September 26, 2023
Trans Women in Chess

[Photo] FIDE’s ban on transgender women playing in women’s brackets helps nothing

Evelyn Foster
September 27, 2023
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[Photo] Students, debate coach say participation in activities centered around political issues may lead to greater long-term civic engagement

Jenny Li and Emma Hu
September 25, 2023
Carmel citizens perform at Midtown's Got Talent on Aug. 27. This was the fourth annual music talent competition at Midtown Plaza in Carmel.

Midtown’s Got Talent Photo Gallery

Caitlin Follman
August 30, 2023
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]

Caitlin Follman
August 27, 2023
It's a Barbie World

It’s a Barbie World

Caitlin Follman and Grace Guo
July 20, 2023
2023 LiteBox: Semester 2 Recap

2023 LiteBox: Semester 2 Recap

Caitlin Follman, Grace Guo, Chenyao Liu, and Luke Miller
May 28, 2023
Along for the Ride

Along for the Ride

Caitlin Follman, Isaac Hsu, Safin Khatri, Jane Martens, Maggie Meyer, Jillian Moore, Arjun Purohit, and Grace Guo
May 27, 2023
Mother's Day

Mother’s Day

Caitlin Follman and Arjun Purohit
May 14, 2023
Park It

Park It

Caitlin Follman, Roman Gralak, Grace Guo, Caroline Just, Jane Martens, Ayaan Nadeem, Lydia Teeter, Helena Wang, and Ryan Zhang
April 21, 2023
WOMENS HISTORY MONTH: Sophomore Cole Dangler shouts in agony as he tries a period simulator provided by CHTV for Women’s History Month. CHTV, Carmel’s broadcasting and TV network, quizzed their members on Women’s trivia as well as had them experiment with what a period cramp felt like by using a period simulator for their upcoming segment on CHTV on Thursday, March 2nd.

[Photo] 2022-23 Photo of the Day

September 2, 2022
Review: Is "Daisy Jones and The Six" bringing the 70s back? [MUSE]

Review: Is “Daisy Jones and The Six” bringing the 70s back? [MUSE]

Caitlin Follman
April 2, 2023
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[Photo] Creativity accelerated by COVID-19, students reflect on pandemic three years ago

Evelyn Foster
March 31, 2023
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[Photo] Students, social worker share near-miss experiences, reflect on impacts

Lorna Ding
March 23, 2023
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[Photo] Club Spotlight: Horror Club

Ryan Zhang
March 21, 2023
Everything to Know About F1

Everything to Know About F1

Ethan Blastick, Avery Carlisle, Caitlin Follman, Kent Fujita, Roman Gralak, and Grace Guo
March 4, 2023
organ donation final final final

[Photo] As Organ Donor Day approaches, student, experts reflect importance of registering as an organ donor, common misconceptions

Ryan Zhang
February 15, 2023
Freshman Helena Gibson dives into the pool during practice on Jan. 26. Assistant Coach Tom Burchill said the team is competing for its 37th consecutive State Title.

[Photo] Women’s swim and dive to compete in Sectional Feb. 2

Safin Khatri
February 1, 2023
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[Photo] Students hope to see changes to current sex-ed curriculum

Chenyao Liu and Ella Lipnik
January 19, 2023
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[Photo] 2022-23 Weekly Infographics

August 30, 2022
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[Photo] Rabbi, students discuss religious significance, traditions of Hanukkah

Royce Brown
December 24, 2022
World Cup 2022

World Cup 2022

Ethan Blastick, Caitlin Follman, Kent Fujita, and Caroline Just
December 19, 2022
A volunteer at the Humane Society for Hamilton County takes care of a cat awaiting adoption. Jennifer Hatcher, director of development at the Humane Society for Hamilton County, said adopting a pet is life-saving for animals facing the risk of euthanasia.

[Photo] In light of Celebrate Shelter Pets Day on Dec. 5, students rescue, adopt shelter pets

Rose Clark
December 5, 2022
Halloween History Interactive JAM

Halloween History Interactive JAM

Ethan Blastick, Kent Fujita, Grace Guo, Jane Martens, Maggie Meyer, Ayaan Nadeem, and Caitlin Follman
October 30, 2022
halloweenfestivities

[Photo] As students age, Halloween traditions celebrated in the past are abandoned, changed

Pahal Sehgal
October 31, 2022
L'shanah tovah: For a good year

L’shanah tovah: For a good year

Caitlin Follman, Kent Fujita, Grace Guo, Chenyao Liu, Jane Martens, Ali Persinger, and Arjun Purohit
September 26, 2022
tattoo process

[Photo] With National Tattoo Story Day on Sept. 16, students, tattoo artists share their tattoo stories, discuss stigma

Lorna Ding
September 16, 2022
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