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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
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
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
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Graphic Perspective: Where did the sun go?
Graphic Perspective: Where did the sun go?
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Graphic Perspective: The "great" debate
Graphic Perspective: The “great” debate
Junior Sophia Tahir tries out the new sunscreen dispensers at the Westermeier Commons Playground and Splash Pad on October 25th. 2024. Carmel Clay Parks had only recently implemented these in order to help and raise awareness about sun protection. “Sunscreen is a need to protect against skin cancer,” said Tahir.
Installation of sunscreen dispensers in Carmel parks amplifies Carmel’s public skin health efforts
2024-2025 Accents posing for their professional photo. Choir director Katherine Kouns said, “Most of November is spent preparing for Holiday Spectacular.” (Submitted photo: Carmel Choirs)
Accents to attend Butler Treble Choir Festival on Nov. 18
Key Club class officers hold their craft pumpkins they made at a Carmel Key Club meeting on Nov. 2. Key Club officer Vritika Arya said Carmel Key Club makes it a priority to give back to the community.
Carmel Key Club celebrates Halloween through crafts
Artist’s Association arranges meeting on Nov. 12
Superintendent Michael Beresford dresses up as a minion for Halloween on Oct. 31, 2024. Beresford said the budget process is timely and time-consuming.
Carmel Clay Schools announces board approval for 2025 budget
Seniors Amna Ahmad, Eesha Singh and Mahira Hafeez color in various Salvador Dali paintings at the Newfields Lume exhibit. The students were a part of the AP Spanish Language field trip to the art museum.
Students, teacher weigh the benefits of implementing field trips alongside classwork
School board candidate Jon Shapiro meets early voters at the polls to reach more voters and clarify aspects of his campaign at the Carmel Clay Public Library on Oct. 30. Shapiro decided to run for school board in the winter of 2023 and started knocking on doors during spring of 2024. “I'm committed to making sure that we're bringing the community's voice to the table and allowing our families and other members of the community to have some input and be able to provide feedback on how we are doing,” Shapiro said.
Partisan influences in school board election shape prospective policies for students, affect potential school board dynamic
AP European History teacher Jennifer Ellery mentors a student as she studies for an upcoming exam. Jennifer Ellery was awarded most influential teacher from the 2023-2024 school year.
Students, teacher consider the positive effects of having a mentor on personal growth
Sophomore Fahed Badreddine listens attentively in his AP African American Studies class as his teacher, Mr. Ziegler, discusses LatinX Heritage month for the class bellringer on Oct. 1, 2024. The class was designed to provide accurate representation by providing more nuanced and up-to-date historical analysis on African American history. “In this class, I've learned that (African Americans) they're a lot more successful than what society and what (typical) textbooks portray them as,” Badreddine said.
Misinformation of U.S. history shapes inaccurate student opinions, harms minority students
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
Carmel plays against Zionsville on Nov. 14. Carmel lost 49-38.
Basketball preseason training builds teamwork, sharpens skills
Senior Sophie Mock takes a swing at a golf ball during a tournament. Mock has been noted as one of three golfers to record a hole-in-one at the IHSSA girls final. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
Athlete Spotlight: Sophie Mock on making records at the ISSA girls golf state finals
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
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
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
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]
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
Senior Fern Comentale works on her Principles of Early Childhood homework on Nov. 7 during her SSRT. Comentale said her high school teachers have inspired her to pursue a career in education.
Students, teacher consider the implications of a career in education
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Senior Vritika Arya dissects a baby pig for her Biomedical Innovations class. "I realized I loved (the program), and then I did it all four years," she said. "Today we’re cutting up pigs and looking at their anatomy, and those little things excite me so much.”
Career Pathways provide targeted career experiences for students
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
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: 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: 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
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Word Search: October 31
Word Search: October 31
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
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Connections: October 18
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Connections: October 18
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Connections: October 3
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Connections: September 27
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: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
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Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Crossword: October 21
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Word Search: October 4
Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
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 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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Grace Xu

Grace Xu, Managing Editor (Web)

Hi, I’m Grace Xu, one of the online managing editors this year. In the past, I’ve done work as a Chief Reporter/Writing Coach, Beats Editor, and reporter for both the Feature and Entertainment sections. I also helped start the MUSE blog, which you can check out here. Outside of journalistic endeavors, I love reading, bullet journaling, learning anything Chinese, and more (creative) writing!

All content by Grace Xu
Short Story Playlist: Long Story Short [MUSE]

Short Story Playlist: Long Story Short [MUSE]

Grace Xu
May 18, 2021
Meat should be treated more like junk food while plant-based diets should become more normalized

Meat should be treated more like junk food while plant-based diets should become more normalized

Grace Xu
May 5, 2021
Superintendent Michael Beresford sits in his office. He said the CCS board passed a resolution opposing Indiana House Bill 1005, a proponent of education savings accounts and voucher expansion, which would result in decreased funding for public schools.

Beresford speaks up in support of Asian community at CCS, board opposes IN HB 1005

Grace Xu
April 14, 2021
Music Playlist: Spring Beginnings [MUSE]

Music Playlist: Spring Beginnings [MUSE]

Grace Xu
March 26, 2021
Superintendent Michael Beresford sits in his office. He said CCS is currently devising a plan to reopen school fully for grades 6 to 12 and added that all-virtual students would be able to continue their all-virtual schedule.

CCS potentially to reopen fully for grades 6 to 12

Grace Xu
March 16, 2021
New CCS elementary schools to take occupancy in July

New CCS elementary schools to take occupancy in July

Grace Xu
March 15, 2021
Terri Roberts-Leonard joins CCS as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

Terri Roberts-Leonard joins CCS as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

Grace Xu
March 14, 2021
Superintendent Michael Beresford sits at his desk. He said he thinks newly elected board member Louise Jackson will be a great addition to the school board.

New board member Louise Jackson joins CCS during school board appreciation week

Grace Xu
January 11, 2021
Book Review: One Hundred Years of Solitude [MUSE]

Book Review: One Hundred Years of Solitude [MUSE]

Grace Xu
December 15, 2020
Youtube Playlist: Study with Me [MUSE]

Youtube Playlist: Study with Me [MUSE]

Grace Xu
November 30, 2020
CHS will donate 0.5 acres of property to City of Carmel for roundabout at the Fourth Avenue and Main Street intersection.

CHS to donate 0.5 acres of property for construction of new roundabout

Grace Xu
November 11, 2020
Club members meet at an Active Minds meeting as they explore CCS’s virtual mindfulness room. Clizia Martini, Active Minds co-president and junior, said the counseling center seems to be really expanding on mental health resources this year, as they have also hired in-school therapists and are planning a virtual mental health fair.

Beresford previews new mental health services, CHS construction plans

Grace Xu
November 11, 2020
Clizia Martini, CHS Active Minds co-president and junior, meets over Zoom with the other co-president of Active Minds to plan for their virtual callout meeting on Sept. 11. Martini said Active Minds focuses on spreading mental health resources and awareness, and their club is supportive of the Behavioral and Mental Health Services Agreement Carmel Clay Schools is entering in.

Carmel Clay Schools to enter in Behavioral and Mental Health Services Agreement with Ascension St. Vincent Wellness

Grace Xu
November 11, 2020
Book Playlist: To Be Read [MUSE]

Book Playlist: To Be Read [MUSE]

Grace Xu
September 25, 2020
During National Eye Exam Month, students should be more aware of how to protect eyesight

During National Eye Exam Month, students should be more aware of how to protect eyesight

Grace Xu
August 13, 2020
Book Review: Things Fall Apart [MUSE]

Book Review: Things Fall Apart [MUSE]

Grace Xu
August 3, 2020
Students should appreciate beauty of reading and how it invites conscious consumption

Students should appreciate beauty of reading and how it invites conscious consumption

Grace Xu
July 22, 2020
Book Review: Their Eyes Were Watching God [MUSE]

Book Review: Their Eyes Were Watching God [MUSE]

Grace Xu
July 20, 2020
Book Review: Ender's Game (Spoiler Free) [MUSE]

Book Review: Ender’s Game (Spoiler Free) [MUSE]

Grace Xu
July 1, 2020
Advice & Printables for Bullet Journaling

Advice & Printables for Bullet Journaling

Grace Xu
May 21, 2020
Students should actively reach out to friends through virtual platforms despite increased physical distancing

Students should actively reach out to friends through virtual platforms despite increased physical distancing

Grace Xu
May 21, 2020
Senior Stephanie Morton stands on her bike before going on a bike ride with her friends. She said riding her bike has been a good way to socially distance with her friends while remaining active.

Students navigate social isolation’s effect on mental health

Grace Xu
May 21, 2020
Here is a spread that writing coach Grace Xu made what happened each day on a trip she went on.

[Photo] Examples of bullet journaling spreads

Rhea Acharya
May 21, 2020
Book Playlist: Free resources for quarantine & Coronathon Part Two [MUSE]

Book Playlist: Free resources for quarantine & Coronathon Part Two [MUSE]

Grace Xu
April 13, 2020
Junior Marissa Cheslock threads her sewing machine. When determining when do repurpose clothes or start from scratch, she said, "If it's something big, it'd be very hard to find something to repurpose for that because there's so much fabric involved."

Junior Marissa Cheslock repurposes old clothes, posts her creations on her sewing Instagram

Grace Xu
April 2, 2020
Logan Tullai, Stock Market Club co-president and junior, watches the stock market. Tullai said he has had a brokerage account since seventh grade.

Logan Tullai, Stock Market Club co-president and junior, gives financial advice amid COVID-19 pandemic

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
Senior Chris Zou follows the stock market. Zou said getting involved in trading stocks allowed him to be more informed about the real world.

Senior Chris Zou explains COVID-19’s effects on stock market, personal experience with trading

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
Given COVID-19’s impacts on economy, stock market, student stock traders provide opinions on current U.S. economy, high school financial literacy

Given COVID-19’s impacts on economy, stock market, student stock traders provide opinions on current U.S. economy, high school financial literacy

Grace Xu
March 28, 2020
In honor of Women’s History Month, teacher, female students share their experiences in science

In honor of Women’s History Month, teacher, female students share their experiences in science

Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Segaran uses Twizzlers as bundles of muscle fibers in a demonstration, peeling a Twizzler to simulate a muscle cell on Nov. 10 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Segaran said she thinks it is important to get students interested in science from a young age and help them find their passions early in life.

Senior Nicole Segaran

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Junior Olivia White

Junior Olivia White

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Junior Sophia "Sophie" Sinder

Junior Sophia “Sophie” Sinder

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Read a Q&A with Here

Freshman Grace Zhang

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Senior Iris Yan

Senior Iris Yan

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Science Department Chair Jennifer Drudge

Science Department Chair Jennifer Drudge

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
March 20, 2020
Junior Briana Chen

Junior Briana Chen

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Sophomore Jinhee Won

Sophomore Jinhee Won

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
AP Chemistry teacher Virginia Kundrat

AP Chemistry teacher Virginia Kundrat

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Cynthia Henry, chemistry teacher and Science Olympiad sponsor

Cynthia Henry, chemistry teacher and Science Olympiad sponsor

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
March 20, 2020
Viha Bynagari (left) and Riya Chinni (right), UNICEF co-presidents and seniors, pose for a picture right before the Charity Ball on Feb. 14. Bynagari said the club was able to raise over $1000 to donate to UNICEF USA as a result of the Charity Ball. [submitted photo from Carmel UNICEF]

Carmel UNICEF officer applications due Feb. 18, interviews start on Feb. 25

Grace Xu
February 20, 2020
Youtube Playlist: A Piece of Cake [MUSE]

Youtube Playlist: A Piece of Cake [MUSE]

Grace Xu
February 20, 2020
Kennedy Trypus, Carmel UNICEF officer and senior, showcases a piece of decoration for the Charity Ball. Club sponsor Jill Noel said the Charity Ball will take place on Feb. 14 from 7 to 10 p.m., and club members have been working on decorations and other preparations for the past few meetings.

Carmel UNICEF to host next meeting on Feb. 4, Charity Ball on Feb. 14

Grace Xu
February 2, 2020
Media Playlist: Over the 月亮 (Moon) [MUSE]

Media Playlist: Over the 月亮 (Moon) [MUSE]

Grace Xu
January 25, 2020
Social norms may affect women’s physical health

Social norms may affect women’s physical health

Grace Xu
January 23, 2020
Viha Bynagari, Carmel UNICEF co-president and senior, is on the phone talking to a congressional staffer from Indiana to advocate for the end of human trafficking. On Dec. 3, Carmel UNICEF hosted its first phone-a-thon of the school year as club members called the offices of Rep. Susan Brooks, Sen. Mike Braun and Sen. Todd Young.

Carmel UNICEF to host Charity Ball on Valentine’s Day

Grace Xu
January 10, 2020
Students should take a break from constant external stimuli

Students should take a break from constant external stimuli

Grace Xu
December 12, 2019
YouTube Playlist: Lofi Music for “Hifi” Studying [MUSE]

YouTube Playlist: Lofi Music for “Hifi” Studying [MUSE]

Grace Xu
December 11, 2019
Music Playlist: November Thanks [MUSE]

Music Playlist: November Thanks [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
November 27, 2019
THE CLUB THAT SMILES BACK: Emily Deldar, founder and president of World Smiles Mission and senior, organizes toothbrushes for World Smiles Club during SRT. Key Club collected unused dental supplies to give to Deldar for World Smiles Mission.

As today is National Philanthropy Day, local philanthropy leaders explain challenges, impact of volunteer work

Grace Xu
November 15, 2019
Viha Bynagari, Carmel UNICEF co-president and senior, edits a Carmel UNICEF powerpoint in the media center. She said UNICEF is hosting a Give Back night will take place every Friday in October, and anyone is welcome to volunteer by DM-ing Carmel UNICEF’s Instagram.

UNICEF to organize Give Back Night and meeting on Nov. 5 at Freddy’s

Grace Xu
November 3, 2019
Junior Alania Mastain walks her dog, Chief, on the Monon Trail. Mastain adopted her dog from the Atlanta Fire Station five years ago. and she said she uses the trail a lot to walk all her pets.

Given October is Adopt-A-Dog month, students weigh responsibilities of owning pets

Grace Xu
October 24, 2019
Music Playlist: Sweater Weather [MUSE]

Music Playlist: Sweater Weather [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
October 18, 2019
Carmel UNICEF high school and elementary school volunteers pose for a picture before their first Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Friday run on Oct. 4. Viha Bynagari, Carmel UNICEF co-president and senior, said the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF runs will take place every Friday in October, and anyone is welcome to volunteer by DM-ing Carmel UNICEF’s Instagram.

Carmel UNICEF hosting “Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF” throughout October

Grace Xu
October 11, 2019
Homecoming '19: Blue and Gold [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Blue and Gold [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 27, 2019
Homecoming '19: Country vs. Country Club [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Country vs. Country Club [MUSE]

Grace Xu, Shruthi Ravichandran
September 26, 2019
Homecoming '19: Playhouse Building Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Playhouse Building Day [MUSE]

Shruthi Ravichandran and Grace Xu
September 25, 2019
Homecoming '19: Hippie vs. Hipster Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Hippie vs. Hipster Day [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 24, 2019
Viha Bynagari, UNICEF Club co-president and senior, presents on the club’s plans for the 2019-20 school year at the Sept. 10 callout meeting. She said UNICEF Club’s homecoming booth on Sept. 27 will sell bubble tea and is usually very popular.

UNICEF Club to sell boba at Homecoming booth on Sept. 27

Grace Xu
September 23, 2019
Homecoming '19: Tourist Day [MUSE]

Homecoming ’19: Tourist Day [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 23, 2019
Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Grace Xu and Sam Hawkins
September 20, 2019
Junior Daniella Richardson views an Area 51 meme on her phone. She said she first noticed the rise of the memes over the summer.

Ubiquitously Funny Obsessions: With the invasion of Area 51 memes across all social media, students and teachers analyze possibility of real-life alien invasion

Grace Xu
September 20, 2019

Guide To CHS Clubs: Unsure of which clubs to join? Here’s a categorized list of all the clubs CHS has to offer.

Grace Xu
September 12, 2019
Carmel UNICEF’s 2018-2019 officers and sponsor pose for a picture from the 2019 UNICEF Charity Ball. Club co-president Viha Bynagari said she hopes Carmel UNICEF will be able to raise at least $1000 by the end of the 2019-2020 school year, whether from another charity ball or other events such as booths at Homecoming, where club members will be selling boba. From left to right: Ayman Bolad, Riya Chinni, Muskaan Ramchandani, Jill Noel, Shubhi Sinha, Viha Bynagari [submitted photo from Carmel UNICEF]

UNICEF to have call-out meeting Sept. 10

Grace Xu
September 8, 2019
Music Playlist: We're Bringing Summer Back [MUSE]

Music Playlist: We’re Bringing Summer Back [MUSE]

Grace Xu and Shruthi Ravichandran
September 4, 2019
In light of recent Fair Oaks incident, students, dietitian explain experience with, reasoning behind vegan lifestyles

In light of recent Fair Oaks incident, students, dietitian explain experience with, reasoning behind vegan lifestyles

Grace Xu
August 13, 2019
Noah Sim, marching band member and senior, rehearses on his euphonium during summer marching band rehearsals. Sim began to play the euphonium for marching a year ago. Sim said the summer rehearsals allow for the marching band to get a head start, as well as integrate freshmen with upperclassmen.

Band, orchestra students give advice for practicing over break, adapting to higher level performing arts

Isabella White, Bowen Zhou, and Grace Xu
August 13, 2019
Senior Jessica Qu and junior Minjeong Kim point at a particular piece of artwork. Qu said she applied for a curator position because she is interested in art and design.

A Surreal Reality: New student Carmel Arts Council curators to create an art gallery with CHS artwork

Grace Xu
May 23, 2019
Family Learn to Fish participant catches a fish while his mom watches nearby. The Department of Natural Resources scheduled the event on a Free Fishing Day, which means that anglers don't need a license to fish the state's public waters. Participants also learned about ethics during the event, so they caught and released the fish.

Off the Hook: Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation Department plans to host “Family Learn to Fish” event to educate community on fishing methods and safety

Rhea Acharya and Grace Xu
May 17, 2019

4.19 Entertainment Briefs

Grace Xu
April 19, 2019
KEYS TO SUCCESS (RIGHT): Kyle Barker, associate director of choirs, plays the piano during a rehearsal. Barker said he hopes that this musical will target a different audience.

Bring It On!: Spring musical targets high school audience, makes adaptations from original version

Grace Xu
March 22, 2019
BAKING AWAY: Sophomore Tessa Hedrick puts her cake batter in the oven at her house. Hedrick said she enjoys baking in her free time as it helps her calm down and provides her with a sweet and tasty snack.

Home-Baked: Students, teacher consider appeals of taste versus aesthetics in the world of baking

Grace Xu
February 22, 2019
MIXING IT UP: Employees at the Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis work behind a glass wall as they make cakes from scratch. They bake fresh food each day and work to create a positive working environment in the shop for employees to work.

The Business of Baking: Cake Bake Shop to open new Carmel location this July, aiming toward an all-around sensory experience

Grace Xu
February 22, 2019
A Whole New World: “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp” play on Feb. 7-9 will connect classic tale with children’s theater

A Whole New World: “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp” play on Feb. 7-9 will connect classic tale with children’s theater

Grace Xu
January 24, 2019
ACROSS THE WORLD: Junior Yasmine Pehlivan poses with her sister at home. She says seeing her sister during the holidays is a rare opportunity so she makes sure to use her time most efficiently.

Extended Culture: Students, teachers consider impacts of having extended family live far away, cultural benefits that come along

Grace Xu
December 13, 2018

Write or Wrong: CHS student participates in NaNoWriMo, elaborates on many benefits to creative writing

Lillian He and Grace Xu
November 16, 2018
Senior Katherine Springston makes her own graduation dress. She said this is currently her eighth garment and has been working on it since the end of August.

Making a Fashion Statement: With Paris Fashion Week earlier this month, fashion, textiles students tackle idea of using fashion to make political statements

Grace Xu
October 25, 2018
Sophomore Shannon Xie works on the finishing touches of her acrylic artwork during art cWlass. She said she is extremely picky with which types of paints she uses and usually brings them from home.

Creativity takes courage: With International Arts Festival this weekend, student artists weigh whether to pursue art as career

Emily Carlisle and Grace Xu
September 21, 2018
Will Stanton, FCA alumni and guest speaker, talks to FCA about the importance of community in maintaining faith. He said that FCA has helped him become a better person.

FCA to Have Last Meeting of 2017-2018 School Year on May 18

Grace Xu
May 17, 2018
Zach Matchett, fifth and sixth grade pastor at Northview, speaks to FCA on April 13. He discussed the importance of relationships with God and other people, as well as why students should try to reach out instead of isolating themselves.

FCA Has Next Fellowship Meeting on April 27

Grace Xu
April 28, 2018
Marie Kress, FCA leader and senior, speaks to FCA about her own experiences at CHS. She talked about the role God played in her high school sports career.

FCA Has Next Fellowship Meeting on April 13

Grace Xu
April 11, 2018
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John Love, Media Specialist

Grace Xu
March 23, 2018

FCA Has Feb. 16 Meeting in Main Cafeteria

Grace Xu
February 17, 2018

FCA Has Next Fellowship Meeting on Jan. 26, Core Meeting on Jan. 30

Grace Xu
January 26, 2018

FCA To Have Christmas Party on Dec. 15

Grace Xu
December 7, 2017

FCA Has Friendsgiving Event on Nov. 21

Grace Xu
November 20, 2017

FCA Has next Core Meeting on Oct. 24, Fellowship Meeting Oct. 27

Grace Xu, Reporter
October 24, 2017

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Has No Meeting On Oct. 13

Grace Xu, Reporter
October 2, 2017
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