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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
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
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
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
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]
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
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
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Wordle: November 4
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Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
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Crossword: September 11
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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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Mahitha Konjeti, Feature Editor

Hey! I’m Mahitha and I’m a Feature Co-editor for HiLite this year! In the past, I’ve been a Feature reporter and News copy-editor. Outside of HiLite, I really enjoy debating, listening to music, hanging out with friends, and watching TV shows. I’m super excited to be an editor this year and I am looking forward to a year full of exciting experiences and perceptive writing!

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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

Mahitha Konjeti
November 18, 2024
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse

Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse

Mahitha Konjeti
November 16, 2024
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

Mahitha Konjeti
November 11, 2024

Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?

Mahitha Konjeti, Eileen Roh, and Caitlin Follman
October 31, 2024
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health

Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health

Mahitha Konjeti
October 24, 2024
Key Club executive officers give a presentation on service hour requirements on Sept. 8. Key Club president David Jiang said Key Club is a great way to give back to the community and help less advantaged people.

Carmel Key Club starts class officer elections, begins planning community service activities

Mahitha Konjeti
October 20, 2024

Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college

Mahitha Konjeti, Eileen Roh, and Caitlin Follman
September 19, 2024
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

Mahitha Konjeti
September 19, 2024
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]

Mahitha Konjeti
September 11, 2024
Seniors Abby Imler, Emma Imler, and Asritha Chittemreddy tutor for NHS in room E137. Chittemreddy said NHS has helped her engage in more community service throughout the year.

National Honor Society (NHS) begins tutoring for the new school year

Mahitha Konjeti
August 28, 2024
Mock Trial attorney Ava Luo gets ready to give her closing statement for the state final round against Trinity Christian School at the Marion County Community Justice Center on Sunday, Mar. 17, 2024. “I think that I’ve learned a lot from both (Speech & Debate team) and Mock Trial about public speaking. One (lesson) is to keep in mind is that not everything is going to go as planned,” Luo said. “And when something doesn’t go as planned, it’s important to not panic and (to) adapt to the circumstances.” (Submitted Photo: Ava Luo)

Speech and Debate coach, students evaluate the significance of public speaking clubs on confidence, professional development

Mahitha Konjeti
August 7, 2024
Review: "Gone Girl" is a glorious narrative of narcissism, relationships and perception culminating in the ultimate viewing experience [MUSE]

Review: “Gone Girl” is a glorious narrative of narcissism, relationships and perception culminating in the ultimate viewing experience [MUSE]

Mahitha Konjeti
May 16, 2024
The Carmel High School Speech & Debate team discuss American politics and government at a meeting on April 20. Junior Maxwell Goatee said “Voting is an essential part of American democracy and needs to be pushed more for the youth.”

[Photo] Students bring up youth voting, a decrease shown overall

Kate Loper
May 15, 2024
John Fike, Master Patrol Officer, SRO and Carmel Cadet adviser, discusses field sobriety tests and how to conduct them with the Carmel Cadets. Fike said teaching students about important police duties like field sobriety tests would enable them to be educated and responsible members of their community.

SROs advance Carmel Cadets program, teach about importance of field sobriety

Mahitha Konjeti
May 8, 2024
Sophomore Naaman Duckworth’s father stationed in Kuwait with other military members. “My dad joined the army later in his life at the age of 39 as a chaplain,” Duckworth said. “He spent nine months in Kuwait in 2019 and left shortly after that, totaling over six years as a chaplain in the army national guard.” (Submitted Photo: Naaman Duckworth)

Students, military recruiter reflect on difficulties of family connection while being a part of a military family

Emma Hu and Mahitha Konjeti
April 29, 2024
Review: Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV is the long awaited exposé of pedophilia within the children’s entertainment industry [MUSE]

Review: Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV is the long awaited exposé of pedophilia within the children’s entertainment industry [MUSE]

Mahitha Konjeti
April 20, 2024
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[Photo] Social media popularizes reading among young adults 

Riva Jain
April 24, 2024

Q&A with students, teacher about upcoming NCAA March Madness tournament

Mahitha Konjeti
March 22, 2024
Students, art teacher show appreciation for crochet, believe it creates relaxation and joy amidst a hectic life

Students, art teacher show appreciation for crochet, believe it creates relaxation and joy amidst a hectic life

Mahitha Konjeti
March 20, 2024
Ashley Williams, Master Patrol Officer and SRO, learns new tactical and defensive training at SRO bootcamp. Williams said it is important to always learn new combat strategies to protect students from intruders.

SROs learn defense techniques in case of intrusion, to better protect students

Mahitha Konjeti
March 18, 2024
Ashley Williams, Master Patrol Officer and SRO, practices CPR on a fake baby in order to renew her CPR certification. Williams said following established guidelines and getting new certifications every year help SROs better protect students.

SROs renew certifications in CPR, tactics, firearms to protect students in case of danger

Mahitha Konjeti
February 28, 2024
Senior Kevin Hu looks over his FAFSA forms with his dad on Feb 15th, 2024. Hu said his dad helped him a lot while applying for the program.

College coordinator, students share concerns about current financial aid system, promote financial transparency and literacy

Mahitha Konjeti
February 22, 2024
Review: "Priscilla" is a stunning biography, offering intense revelations into a keystone American couple [MUSE]

Review: “Priscilla” is a stunning biography, offering intense revelations into a keystone American couple [MUSE]

Mahitha Konjeti
February 20, 2024
Cristhian Rodriguez, Master Patrol Officer, SRO and Carmel Cadet Adviser, oversees the “Stop the Bleed” lesson, where Carmel Cadets learn how to treat wounds effectively. Rodriguez said teaching students how to stop bleeding and patch up wounds was essential to their police training and would help them in the long-run if anyone around them needed medical help.

SROs engage students in officer training, further the Carmel Cadets program

Mahitha Konjeti
February 8, 2024

Students, child psychologist explore impact of religious, political traditions on teenager’s value system

Mahitha Konjeti and Asini Jayarapu
January 30, 2024
Review: "Saltburn" is a tantalizing portrayal of obsession in the most disturbing yet memorable way [MUSE]

Review: “Saltburn” is a tantalizing portrayal of obsession in the most disturbing yet memorable way [MUSE]

Mahitha Konjeti
January 29, 2024
Ashley Williams, Master Patrol Officer and SRO, educates students about Finstas and Instagram safety. Williams said informing students about the risks associated with social media platforms can help them make better decisions regarding their usage.

SROs promote social media safety, caution students about cyberbullying

Mahitha Konjeti
January 16, 2024
Crocodile tears: The rise of the influencer apology [opinion]

Crocodile tears: The rise of the influencer apology [opinion]

Mahitha Konjeti
January 9, 2024
Hockey is a sport like no other, thrilling, action-packed, astonishing [opinion]

Hockey is a sport like no other, thrilling, action-packed, astonishing [opinion]

Mahitha Konjeti
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

Humans of CHS: What is your favorite Christmas memory and why?

Mahitha Konjeti and Jasmine Y. Zhang
December 24, 2023
Adam Miller, Lieutenant of Carmel Police Department and Commander of School Resource Unit, educates students about points of entry and exit at the school. Miller said informing students about ways to leave the school in case danger arises, is crucial in ensuring their safety.

SROs work to combat school intruders, warn against entering and leaving school premises without ID

Mahitha Konjeti
November 29, 2023
With trade school enrollment rising, work-based learning coordinator, students, work to combat stigma

With trade school enrollment rising, work-based learning coordinator, students, work to combat stigma

Mahitha Konjeti and Jasmine Y. Zhang
November 24, 2023
Review: Gossip Girl’s intrigue, iconography and cultural prevalence solidify it as the best teen drama of all time [MUSE]

Review: Gossip Girl’s intrigue, iconography and cultural prevalence solidify it as the best teen drama of all time [MUSE]

Mahitha Konjeti
November 24, 2023
Senior Terri Xie scrolls on TikTok. “Most of the time I just use (social media) to talk to my friends,” Xie said. “Sometimes I repost something quick on my story, or I’ll say something about a news article I read, but most of the time I do use (social media), I’m really just talking to my friends.”

[Photo] Students, communications chair discuss skewed perspectives that come from polarization of social media

Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
November 16, 2023
Rising political disruptions, companies should refrain from taking a stance

Rising political disruptions, companies should refrain from taking a stance

Mahitha Konjeti
November 8, 2023
Members of the Latin Student Alliance dance to traditional Hispanic music at one of their meetings. "I love dancing to traditional music, and just being a part of my culture, and embracing it," Queijo said.

[Photo] Hispanic students, Spanish teacher discuss maintaining connections to heritage, learning about culture

Emma Hu
November 1, 2023

CHS students share opinions on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship

Mahitha Konjeti and Asini Jayarapu
October 27, 2023
Sophomore Marcus Grethen types on his computer during SSRT. "Things in my (school) environment paired with other subjects in my life often distract me from focusing on one thing at a time," said Gretchen.

Psychiatrist, students with ADHD discuss consequences of learning disorders at school

Mahitha Konjeti
October 27, 2023
Hunter Rogowski, Master Patrol Officer and SRO, gives a presentation to students about vaping and its consequences. Rogowski said it was incredibly important to teach students about the dangers of nicotine use to warn them against using it.

SROs create drug re-education program, discuss drug prevention

Mahitha Konjeti
October 18, 2023
Seniors Celine Yang (left) and Jenna Khasawaneh (right) enjoy lunch together on Sept. 25, 2023. "I really enjoy being able to bring my own lunch because I enjoy it more than the food at school," said Khasawaneh.

In light of Ethnic Food Month, lunch staff, students discuss consequences of ethnic food shaming

Mahitha Konjeti
September 29, 2023
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2023

LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2023

Caitlin Follman, Avani Gupta, Mahitha Konjeti, Nora Mariano, Maggie Meyer, and Chase Thorpe
September 26, 2023
Place Your Bets

Place Your Bets

Kent Fujita, Roman Gralak, Ella Guo, Grace Guo, Asini Jayarapu, Mahitha Konjeti, Abigail Lee, Jane Martens, Ayaan Nadeem, Leying Yang, and Jasmine Zhang
September 22, 2023

SROs address safety concerns, discuss solutions to variety of safety risks

Mahitha Konjeti
September 21, 2023
Blake Lytle, Master Patrol Officer and CHS SRO, uses a presentation to teach staff members about security risks at CHS. Lytle said informing teachers about safety in the building is a great way to get more teacher involvement in security.

Administration, SROs develop safe school committee, hope to create connections with students

Mahitha Konjeti
August 31, 2023
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