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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
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
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
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
OPPOSING COLUMN: Proposed diploma requirements are an excellent way to guide students after high school
OPPOSING COLUMN: Proposed diploma requirements are an excellent way to guide students after high school
OPPOSING COLUMN: The new diploma option offered does not promote academic rigor
OPPOSING COLUMN: The new diploma option offered does not promote academic rigor
New prayer policy is inefficient, administration should return to old policy
New prayer policy is inefficient, administration should return to old policy
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
New advisory committee Team Bounceback to provide insight on student retention, returning to Carmel
CSHS officers present the meeting agenda to members during the CSHS meeting on Sept. 9. Maanav Rajesh, CSHS president and senior, said, “We are planning on going to elementary schools and middle schools and teaching people and teaching kids basic computer science things such as staying safe online and cyberbullying.”
Carmel Computer Honors Society outlines plans for the 2024-2025 school year
SRO Hunter Rogowski stands watching Greyhound Station on the morning of Sept. 10 as a part of his daily door duty. Rogowski said he enjoys forming bonds and connecting with students.
SROs start the new school year, begin implementing policy combatting vaping
Junior Rachel Engbrecht (second to left) and other members of the CHS Artist’s Association participate in an art activity involving collaboration at CHS on Aug. 27, 2024. They had to draw different body parts separately to create one original character. “I liked that we each could add our own part to it and surprise each other once it was complete,” said Engbrecht.
Club Spotlight: Artist’s Association
Senior and varsity member of the Esports Smash Ultimate team, Christopher Cunningham, poses for a picture. He said that he’s enthusiastic about representing Carmel High School one last time before graduating.
Esports Team Shares Enthusiasm for the New School Year
Senior Jossi Sorg communicates with friends using inside jokes and new slang at the homecoming pep rally on Sept. 20. Sorg said, “Slang is ever-changing, it will continue evolving. In the 80s and 90s, people used words that aren't relevant today and that will happen for this generation's slang terms."
With greater emphasis on slang words, informal communication intensifies
Sophomore Vedika Vyas completes homework for AP precalculus BC after school at the library on Sept. 13. She said, “(I) wouldn’t say that there is more work for AP precalculus than honors Algebra II. Obviously they are different courses, but I would say (AP precalculus BC) makes (us) think deeply about foundations established in honors Algebra II.”
Honors, AP courses offer students different workloads, thought processes
Freshman Sofia Ludington-Barquet rides atop a camel on her way to the Great Pyramids at Giza on Monday, May 29, 2023. “To touch, feel, smell---and just be there---was so much better than looking at the magazine that I had looked at all my life. It truly was incredible,” said Ludington-Barquet. (Submitted Photo: Sofia Ludington Barquet)
International travel provides students, teachers diverse views and experiences
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
Student athletes’ discuss motivation to compete on varsity teams
Student athletes’ discuss motivation to compete on varsity teams
Students, coach reflect on Olympic swim trials held in Indianapolis
Students, coach reflect on Olympic swim trials held in Indianapolis
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles deserves bronze
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles deserves bronze
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles doesn't deserve bronze
Opposing Column: Jordan Chiles doesn’t deserve bronze
Members of the Carmel football team face off against Homestead on Aug. 23 at home. Anthony Coellner, quarterback and junior, said the team has continued to improve since the beginning of the season.
Carmel football to face Brebeuf on Sept. 20
Parasocial relationships unnecessary, intrude on celebrities’ lives [opinion]
Parasocial relationships unnecessary, intrude on celebrities’ lives [opinion]
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)
Amid Dance Moms revival, dancers, counselor weigh in on representation of dance culture in 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]
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity
Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity
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
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?
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
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: March 2024
Month In Review: February 2024
Month In Review: February 2024
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 27
Mini Crossword: September 26
Mini Crossword: September 26
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Connections: September 24
Connections: September 24
Crossword: September 20
Crossword: September 20
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 27
Connections: September 24
Connections: September 24
Connections: September 17
Connections: September 17
Connections: September 12
Connections: September 12
Connections: September 3
Connections: September 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: September 26
Mini Crossword: September 26
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
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 25
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 16
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: September 5
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 30
Wordle: August 23
Wordle: August 23
Crossword: September 20
Crossword: September 20
Word Search: September 19
Word Search: September 19
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: September 18
Word Search: August 22
Word Search: August 22
Word Search: August 14
Word Search: August 14
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]
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
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
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Keira Kress

Keira Kress, Student Life Editor

Hi! I’m Keira and I’m so excited to be this year’s student life co-editor! Previously, I served as a news reporter. Outside of HiLite, you can find me running outside or cooking in my kitchen. Check out my work below!

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Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity

Students, teacher work to rekindle creativity

Keira Kress
September 23, 2024
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)

Amid Dance Moms revival, dancers, counselor weigh in on representation of dance culture in media

Keira Kress and Salima Sher
September 19, 2024
Junior Karen Sun watches a TikTok with her friends during lunch. Sun said she and friends often talk about social media trends and online shopping during their conversations.

[Photo] Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure

Aidah Brown and Abigail Lee
September 23, 2024
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day

Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day

Laxumi Chandrakumar, Arielle Fotso, Salima Sher, and Keira Kress
September 3, 2024
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

Keira Kress
August 25, 2024
memorial day

[Photo] As annual Memorial Day ceremony approaches, students, staff reflect on day’s significance

Anthony Pho
May 22, 2024
teacher gifts

[Photo] Students, teacher reflect on importance of teacher appreciation

Ayaan Nadeem
May 9, 2024
Students, counselor evaluate colleges’ reversal of the test-optional policy

Students, counselor evaluate colleges’ reversal of the test-optional policy

Keira Kress
April 25, 2024
GKOM sponsor Ryan Ringenberg views the schedule and assignments for upcoming meetings. Ringenberg said they cover topics recommended by freshmen counselors to assist freshmen throughout the year.

GKOMs to meet with freshmen April 26

Keira Kress
April 25, 2024

Opposing Column: Posed pictures with friends take away from the experience

Keira Kress
April 7, 2024
Once Upon A Tale...

Once Upon A Tale…

Roman Gralak, Keira Kress, Jane Martens, and Ayaan Nadeem
April 2, 2024
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
GKOM council member Zack Sears views the presentation for the upcoming meeting. According to Sears, different members of the GKOM council are assigned topics to create presentations over.

GKOM continues planning for next year, prepare for final meeting with freshmen

Keira Kress
March 28, 2024
Jenny's Journey club members pose for a picture on Feb. 22. They created cards to send to the cancer wing of the Indiana University Health Hospital. (Submitted Photo: Riley Alderman)

Club Spotlight: Jenny’s Journey

Keira Kress
March 12, 2024
GKOM council members Zack Sears and Landon McAfee review the presentation for their next connections session. According to McAfee, GKOM council members are assigned a topic to create a presentation on, which is discussed during the first session of SSRT before meeting with freshmen during the second session.

GKOM process applications, prepare for next meeting

Keira Kress
March 7, 2024
Lewis Hamiltons switch is a step forward for Ferrari [opinion]

Lewis Hamiltons switch is a step forward for Ferrari [opinion]

Keira Kress
February 29, 2024
AKSOKO

[Photo] In light of National Languages Week, students, language instructor discuss effects of learning one’s mother tongue

Ayaan Nadeem and Salima Sher
March 1, 2024
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[Photo] Impact of India’s Hindi-influenced name change consideration affects Indian-American students at CHS

Jenny Li
February 22, 2024

GKOM prepares for next year, plans callout meeting

Keira Kress
February 14, 2024
Regalique, a gourmet food and wine boutique in Carmel, hosts a sampling of its international gourmet products, featuring a collection of chocolates, charcuterie, cheeses and beverages. Jexy Rowe, co-owner of Regalique, said, “We offer products from Europe, mostly Italy, France, and Spain, as well as from the U.S. with some local products from Indiana as well."

Regalique Gourmet Sampling events celebrate cultural differences, foster cultural awareness

Keira Kress
January 30, 2024
multiling graphic

[Photo] Learning multiple languages help students explore different cultures

Emma Hu
January 9, 2024
Semester in Review: Fall 2023

Semester in Review: Fall 2023

Grace Guo, Anuj Gupta, Avani Gupta, Mahitha Konjeti, Keira Kress, Abigail Lee, Nora Mariano, and Maggie Meyer
January 9, 2024

GKOMs reflects on the semester, discuss goals for next semester

Keira Kress
December 12, 2023
arab traditions graphic

[Photo] Arabic to be added to course offerings next year, students, department head, weigh in on decision

Ryan Sharp
December 12, 2023
Winter approaching, ways to combat seasonal depression

Winter approaching, ways to combat seasonal depression

Keira Kress
November 29, 2023
CHS Bollywood Dance Club meets on Nov. 6.

Club Spotlight: Bollywood Dance Club

Keira Kress
November 16, 2023

Greyhound Connections continues visits with new students

Keira Kress
November 15, 2023
GKOM council members go over session plans. Club sponsor Ryan Ringenberg said that he has received great feedback from counselors regarding the discussions in previous meetings.

GKOM to meet with freshmen Nov. 14

Keira Kress
November 13, 2023
Striking Out

Striking Out

Avery Carlisle, Caitlin Follman, Roman Gralak, Caroline Just, Keira Kress, Helena Wang, and Ryan Zhang
November 8, 2023
2024 HiLite Redesign (1)

[Photo] Q&A with Assistant Superintendent Tom Oestreich, discussing fall break length

Jasmine Y. Zhang
October 6, 2023

GKOMs discuss organization, preview upcoming session

Keira Kress
September 27, 2023
Carmel High School updates reassessment policy

Carmel High School updates reassessment policy

Keira Kress
September 19, 2023

Greyhound Connections begin SSRT visits to new students

Keira Kress
September 6, 2023
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