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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
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
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
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
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
Juniors Nate Ventura and Tysen Pauwels look over postcards on Nov. 16, 2024 at the Carmel Arts Council Children's Art Gallery. They viewed all of the artwork done by children from around the city and learned about the history of the art gallery. “It was cool to see all of the things created by little kids and find out more about Carmel,” Ventura said.
Carmel Clay History Museum to have their grand opening on Nov. 20, emphasizes importance of historical preservation
An early voter is entering the information required to cast a ballot at the CCPL on Oct. 30 for the 2024 election. Nie said people being more bipartisan and willing to listen to each other will help the partisan divide.
As the presidential election concludes, students question partisan political climate
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
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.
Indian students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Students take notes and ask questions at the Yale College Visit on Sept. 26. Junior Olivia Widjaja said affirmative action has not impacted her greatly but she sees how it could hurt minorities and their chances of getting into university.
In a post-affirmative action world, students employ new tools, considerations in college applications
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
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
"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]
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
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]
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
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
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: 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
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
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
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 3
Connections: October 3
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: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: November 12
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 23
Mini Crossword: October 23
Mini Crossword: October 8
Mini Crossword: October 8
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 15
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: October 4
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
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Word Search: October 31
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Word Search: October 23
Crossword: October 21
Crossword: October 21
Word Search: October 4
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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Jessica Konrad

Jessica Konrad, Feature Reporter, News Copy Editor

Jessica is a senior and has been writing for the HiLite for the last four years. During her time on staff, she has served as Copy Editor, Beats Editor and Student Section Reporter. In addition to writing, Jessica enjoys singing, dancing and reading.

All content by Jessica Konrad
Speak-ups: Summer 2019

Speak-ups: Summer 2019

Jessica Konrad and Kelly Truax
May 17, 2019
ComedySportz members laugh during rehearsal. The team had just finished a round of a comedic improv game.

Comedysportz team to compete in final matches

Jessica Konrad
April 24, 2019
Maria Saam, CHTV Director and senior, adjusts the camera angle during the morning SRT show. Saam is one of the main directors and in charge of stage setting, lighting and audio cuts during the show.

To All the Directors They’ve Snubbed Before: Lack of female Oscar nominees for best director highlights implications of discrimination for female students pursuing film careers

Jessica Konrad
April 19, 2019
ComedySportz players get ready to play an improv game. The goal of this game was to improve comedic rhyming skills.

ComedySportz team prepares for April 25, 26 home matches

Jessica Konrad
March 27, 2019
Prom and Circumstance: Promposals are a fun tradition that enhance prom, high school experience

Prom and Circumstance: Promposals are a fun tradition that enhance prom, high school experience

Jessica Konrad
March 22, 2019
ComedySportz members warm up playing a game called "Zip Zap Zop." The goal of the game was to get team members ready to think on their feet during the improv games they played later.

ComedySportz to compete in home matches on March 21 and 22

Jessica Konrad
March 20, 2019
Falling Asleep: Senior Hannah Kosc zones out during SRT. She said she often finds herself extremely tired after long nights staying up in an attempt to complete her homework.

Burning Out: Academically competitive environment affects CHS students’ ability to keep up with workload

Jessica Konrad
February 22, 2019

ComedySportz to compete in first matches of the season

Jessica Konrad
February 20, 2019
ComedySportz members prepare to play an improv game. This game focused on musical improvisation.

ComedySportz to compete in first home matches Feb. 21 and 22

Jessica Konrad
February 15, 2019

Musical Genius: Students should consider benefits of listening to music while studying

Jessica Konrad
January 24, 2019
A Timeless Classic: Classic Christmas carols offer listeners feelings of hope unparalleled by contemporary carols

A Timeless Classic: Classic Christmas carols offer listeners feelings of hope unparalleled by contemporary carols

Jessica Konrad
December 13, 2018
Ayden Stewart (left) leads younger students in ComedySportz exercises. His goal was to teach them the basics of improv.

ComedySportz trains for SRT Match

Jessica Konrad
December 12, 2018
Ayden Stewart (red) and Shawn Horrocks (blue), ComedySportz veteran members and seniors, prepare to lead younger students in an improv game. The goal of the game was to practice rhyming skills.

ComedySportz trains for exhibition matches

Jessica Konrad
November 19, 2018
Accents hosted successful Princess Academy on Nov. 3

Accents hosted successful Princess Academy on Nov. 3

Jessica Konrad
November 6, 2018
At a ComedySportz Workshop, veteran ComedySportz members discuss the rules of a ComedySportz improv game. In addition to comedic improv skills, the game also involved singing and rhyming.

ComedySportz trains to hone improv skills

Jessica Konrad
October 26, 2018
Keep on Keepin' On: Students should direct focus towards personal goals, not outperforming peers

Keep on Keepin’ On: Students should direct focus towards personal goals, not outperforming peers

Jessica Konrad
October 25, 2018
Students prepare to audition for the ComedySportz team at the ComedySportz workshop. Ayden Stewart, ComedySportz member and senior, led the students in a series of improv exercises.

ComedySportz develops team dynamic

Jessica Konrad
October 4, 2018
Time to Move On: Traffic in hallways at this school necessitates change.

Time to Move On: Traffic in hallways at this school necessitates change.

Jessica Konrad
September 21, 2018
Students at a ComedySportz audition workshop on play an improv game. The students showcased their comedic skills to veteran ComedySportz members and learned the rules of some ComedySportz games.

ComedySportz to begin practice

Jessica Konrad
September 12, 2018
Stop the Spam: With students receiving barrage of notifications, colleges should stop sending unnecessary, misleading emails

Stop the Spam: With students receiving barrage of notifications, colleges should stop sending unnecessary, misleading emails

Jessica Konrad
May 18, 2018
Prom Dress Shop Reviews

Prom Dress Shop Reviews

Jessica Konrad and Rebecca Qin
April 20, 2018
Senior Aaron McGhiey plays the marimba when practicing for the 2015 percussion concert as a freshman. McGhiey said the concert is a great opportunity for older percussionists to work with younger students.

To The Beat of Their Own Drum: Carmel Bands hosted Percussion Concert on March 21

Jessica Konrad
March 23, 2018
The ComedySportz team prepares for its upcoming matches by playing comedic improv games with an emphasis on physicality. In this game, Allie Crawford, ComedySportz member and junior, pretended to take out her dentures.

ComedySportz prepares for upcoming matches

Jessica Konrad
March 6, 2018
Ask the HiLite: How can students reach "success?"

Ask the HiLite: How can students reach “success?”

Jessica Konrad
February 23, 2018
Take Note: CHS should consider benefits of offering AP Music Theory for students

Take Note: CHS should consider benefits of offering AP Music Theory for students

Jessica Konrad, Reporter
February 23, 2018
Tara Lacy, 12

Tara Lacy, 12

Jessica Konrad
January 25, 2018
Nicole Didonna, 12

Nicole Didonna, 12

Jessica Konrad
January 25, 2018
Is Valentines Day better with or without a significant other?

Is Valentines Day better with or without a significant other?

Jessica Konrad
January 25, 2018
Payton Russel, 12

Payton Russel, 12

Jessica Konrad
January 24, 2018
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Music Discovery: With increasing popularization of music streaming apps, according to recent Time magazine article, where do CHS students go to find their music?

Jessica Konrad
December 18, 2017
Shawn Horrocks and Piper Dafforn, ComedySportz members and juniors, pretend to hold a puppy during a ComedySportz rehearsal. This exercise was part of a game designed to improve the team's ability to portray physicality.

ComedySportz team prepares for matches

Jessica Konrad
November 6, 2017
A Sneak Peak at Fall Boutiques

A Sneak Peak at Fall Boutiques

Jessica Konrad and Raiha Zainab
October 26, 2017
Get Scared: With Halloween approaching, CHS students discuss the science behind fear

Get Scared: With Halloween approaching, CHS students discuss the science behind fear

Jessica Konrad
October 26, 2017
Allie Crawford, ComedySportz member and junior plays an improv game. In this game, team members took turn acting out various activities to improve their physicality.

ComedySportz team prepares for season

Jessica Konrad
October 10, 2017
Elise Conour, 11

Elise Conour, 11

Jessica Konrad, Student Section Reporter
September 21, 2017
During a ComedySportz improv workshop, potential team members play a rhyming game. After playing the games, veteran members evaluated their performances and decided which students would be a part of this year's team.

ComedySportz team begins to prepare for upcoming season

Jessica Konrad
September 20, 2017
ComedySportz members Georgia Simmons, Chuck Burton and Jake Greene compete against each other during an improv game. Through this game, they prepared for their upcoming matches in the spring.

ComedySportz prepares for matches

Jessica Konrad
September 7, 2017
The Ultimate Summer Guide

The Ultimate Summer Guide

Jessica Konrad and Raiha Zainab
May 18, 2017
Ask the HiLite: How can you be safe and smart while you party?

Ask the HiLite: How can you be safe and smart while you party?

Jessica Konrad, Student Section reporter
April 20, 2017
Ask the HiLite: Why are students taking ISTEP in high school now and what are the details involved in testing this year?

Ask the HiLite: Why are students taking ISTEP in high school now and what are the details involved in testing this year?

Jessica Konrad and Lilly St. Angelo
March 17, 2017
Senior Jacob “Jake” Letts practices his audition music. Letts will be singing “My Defenses are Down” from the musical “Annie Get Your Gun.”

Take Note: Students planning to pursue careers in musical theater audition for colleges

Jessica Konrad, Beats Editor
February 23, 2017

Soapbox: Disaster Dates

Jessica Konrad, Student Section reporter
January 27, 2017
During rehearsal, Eric Bembenek, ComedySportz member and junior, interrogates Chuck Burton, ComedySportz member and senior. While playing, the team prepared for their upoming matches.

[Photo] Club Spotlights 1/27

James Yin, Michelle Yin, Spotlights
January 27, 2017
During one of their recent rehearsals, ComedySportz members play a comedic improv game to prepare for their upcoming matches. In this game, the team strengthened their

ComedySportz prepares for SRT match on Feb. 2

Jessica Konrad, Beats Editor
January 26, 2017
PATH FINDER: With her fellow ComedySportz participants, junior Sarah Lein (right) participates in an “Interrogation” activity with junior Eric Bembenek (left) and senior Chuck Burton (center). Lein joined ComedySportz to figure out what path she wants to take.

[Photo] It’s Okay to be Lost

Heidi Peng, Story
January 27, 2017
RISING RAPPERS: Rappers and juniors David Chilemba (left) and Rashid "RJ" Conteh pose with microphones. Chilemba said they will most likely pursue rap as a career.

Rise of Rap

Jessica Konrad
December 12, 2016
Jessica “Jessie” Ballard, ComedySportz member and senior plays an improv game with her teammates. The team was developing their comedy skills by attempting to create comical rhymes to make the audience laugh.

ComedySportz prepares for exhibition matches

Jessica Konrad, Beats Editor
November 18, 2016
Ask the HiLite: What surprising events have taken place at CHS in the past?

Ask the HiLite: What surprising events have taken place at CHS in the past?

Jessica Konrad, Student Section reporter
November 17, 2016
Soapbox: Is there too much of an emphasis on breast cancer as opposed to other cancers in efforts for awareness?

Soapbox: Is there too much of an emphasis on breast cancer as opposed to other cancers in efforts for awareness?

Jessica Konrad, Student Section reporter
October 13, 2016
WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE: As the world of eSports grows, so does CHS students' interest in competitive gaming

WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE: As the world of eSports grows, so does CHS students’ interest in competitive gaming

Melissa Yap and Jessica Konrad
September 16, 2016
Student musicians use social media as platform to promote musical careers

Student musicians use social media as platform to promote musical careers

Jessica Konrad
May 19, 2016
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