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Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
Black Student Alliance president, student, teacher discuss importance of educating students about the civil rights movement
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Student photographers, professional photographer reflect on impact of creative hobby, business management
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
Students, counselor, delve into impacts of heightened academic competition, encourage students to follow their own passions
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
Allyson Cooksey's B2 AP Human Geography class takes notes over the latest textbook reading on Sept. 3, 2024. The class recently finished taking their Asia map quiz and are now reviewing their most recent assignment.
Students, assistant principal consider new attendance policy, incentives
Students come to the Sept. 8th callout meeting for Key Club. Ivy Wei, Key Club member and junior, said her favorite part of Key Club was the ability to serve her community.
Carmel Key Club starts the year with a callout on Sept. 8th
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
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
Senior Ella Williams dance competively at many different competitions. In response to "Dance Moms", Williams said, "It's not exactly accurate, like 100% to actual competitive dance. You're not performing new dances every single week." (Submitted Photo: Ella Williams)
Amidst Dance Moms revival, dancers and counselor weigh in on the representation of dance culture in the media
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
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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Jenny Li, Managing Editor

Hello! I'm Jenny and I'm so excited to be a managing editor for HiLite this year! In previous years I've been a news reporter and editor as well as beat editor. In my free time I like to go out on runs and listening to music. Feel free to check out some of my work below!

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History teacher Allison Hargrove talks to a student during SSRT on Sept. 16. Hargrove said, "I feel like (a recommendation letter) something that (students have) earned and therefore if I get them in class for a year the least I have to do on my end is write them a letter, then I feel like it’s a privilege."

[Photo] Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season

Anthony Pho and Jasmine Y. Zhang
September 19, 2024
Students await their scheduled blood drive appointment last year on Sept. 7. Foutz said that all the blood donated in this year’s blood drive will be donated to local hospitals in Indiana. PHOTO CREDITS: Saahas Kandru

Senate to host one of Indiana’s largest blood drive on Sept. 6

Jenny Li
September 4, 2024
Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits

Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits

Emma Hu and Jenny Li
March 18, 2024
A5 member Lucy Han makes a lantern at the Lunar New Year meeting on Feb. 16. Haider said the upcoming meeting is centered around Ramadan and Women’s National History Day.

A5 to host meeting about Ramadan and Women’s History Day

Jenny Li
March 14, 2024
Impact of India’s Hindi-influenced name change consideration affects Indian-American students at CHS

Impact of India’s Hindi-influenced name change consideration affects Indian-American students at CHS

Jenny Li
February 22, 2024
Students, counselor, teacher debunk AP and IB stereotypes, discuss how to find best fit for students

Students, counselor, teacher debunk AP and IB stereotypes, discuss how to find best fit for students

Jenny Li and Jasmine Y. Zhang
January 14, 2024

South Asian Culture Club to host movie night

Jenny Li
November 27, 2023
As surge of movie adaptations of concerts are released, all fans gain access to concert experience

As surge of movie adaptations of concerts are released, all fans gain access to concert experience

Jenny Li
November 24, 2023
A5 members listen to Purdue guest speakers from the October meeting held on Oct. 27. Haider said that having guest speakers from Purdue’s AAARCC will continue to be implemented in A5 meetings in the future.

A5 to host next meeting in honor of Diwali on Nov. 17

Jenny Li
November 15, 2023
Review: The most "wicked" movie to watch during Halloween [MUSE]

Review: The most “wicked” movie to watch during Halloween [MUSE]

Jenny Li
October 27, 2023
Students, debate coach say participation in activities centered around political issues may lead to greater long-term civic engagement

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
A5 members listen to the presentation prepared by A5 officers at the callout meeting on Aug. 25. Haider said their next meeting will be held on Sept. 29 and will be centered around the Mid-Autumn Festival.

A5 to Prepare Homecoming Booth and Host Mid-Autumn Festival Meeting

Jenny Li
September 13, 2023
Senate fall blood drive aims to help community, taking place Sept. 7

Senate fall blood drive aims to help community, taking place Sept. 7

Jenny Li and Helena Wang
September 6, 2023
CHS' theater students rehearse for their upcoming play, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame." The musical is set for May 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. Additionally, performances are held on May 13 at 2 and 7 p.m. at the high school auditorium.

CHS to bring “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” to the stage

Jenny Li and Helena Wang
May 11, 2023
Review: "Caraval" is a legendary read [MUSE]

Review: “Caraval” is a legendary read [MUSE]

Jenny Li
May 4, 2023
A5 members play Asian American Women trivia at their last meeting. Liu said that in their upcoming meeting, A5 members will be decorating posters for AAPI month.

A5 to decorate posters for AAPI month for their next meeting on April 19

Jenny Li
April 14, 2023
AI like ChatGPT comes with benefits, drawbacks

AI like ChatGPT comes with benefits, drawbacks

Jenny Li
March 7, 2023
Indiana adopts new climate education standards, students, teacher consider impacts

Indiana adopts new climate education standards, students, teacher consider impacts

Jenny Li
January 30, 2023
As winter approaches, no-bus zone should be eliminated for winter season

As winter approaches, no-bus zone should be eliminated for winter season

Jenny Li
January 24, 2023
Purdue reinstates standardized test scores requirement, students, counselor talk about impacts

Purdue reinstates standardized test scores requirement, students, counselor talk about impacts

Jenny Li
January 13, 2023
Q&A with Christkindlmarkt CEO Maria Murphy

Q&A with Christkindlmarkt CEO Maria Murphy

Jenny Li
December 5, 2022
Review: "Box in the Woods," the perfect book for lovers of author Karen McManus [MUSE]

Review: “Box in the Woods,” the perfect book for lovers of author Karen McManus [MUSE]

Jenny Li
November 22, 2022
Chenyao Liu, A5 president and senior, receives a mehndi during A5's Diwali event on Oct. 27. Liu said that A5 officers will meet Nov. 9 to discuss November plans.

A5 to hold movie night on Nov. 18, set up basic plans for A5IAFEST

Jenny Li
November 9, 2022
Local elections can have direct impact; students, teacher promote research, due diligence to select candidates

Local elections can have direct impact; students, teacher promote research, due diligence to select candidates

Jenny Li and Helena Wang
November 7, 2022
Grace Guo, photographer of A5 and junior, looks through the club roster for yearbook photos. Guo said that club member have risen to 180 members since last year.

A5 to host Diwali event, guest speaker event over Zoom on Oct. 27 and 28

Jenny Li
October 19, 2022
The Carmel Clay Public Library opened on October 1 after more than a year of renovations.

CCPL opens with new changes after one year

Jenny Li
October 18, 2022
Freshman Piper Rigney holds an outfit in front of her mirror. She said she feels the dress code restricts her choices.

New dress code not met without conflict

Jenny Li
September 11, 2022
Chenyao Liu, A5 president and senior, introduces A5 members to the club and discusses event ideas alongside other A5 officers on Aug. 26. Chenyao said A5 is working on including more diversity in club activities.

A5 to plan more culturally diverse events this year

Jenny Li
September 6, 2022
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