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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
Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits
Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits
In light of National Languages Week, students, language instructor discuss effects of learning one’s mother tongue
In light of National Languages Week, students, language instructor discuss effects of learning one’s mother tongue
Students, registered dietician, psychologist discuss teenage dieting to uphold societal body standards
Students, registered dietician, psychologist discuss teenage dieting to uphold societal body standards
Solar Sensation
Solar Sensation
Once Upon A Tale...
Once Upon A Tale…
Welcome to The Matrix
Welcome to “The Matrix”
Making HER-Story
Making HER-Story
Standing Together
Standing Together
Opposing Column: Being the older sibling is superior
Opposing Column: Being the older sibling is superior
Opposing Column: Being the younger sibling means a life with built-in benefits
Opposing Column: Being the younger sibling means a life with built-in benefits
Opposing Column: Posed pictures with friends take away from the experience
Opposing Column: Posed pictures with friends take away from the experience
Opposing Column: Posed photos offer more than we realize
Opposing Column: Posed photos offer more than we realize
Reading books intended for younger audiences should not be viewed as childish
Reading books intended for younger audiences should not be viewed as childish
April 2024 Interactive News Briefs
April 2024 Interactive News Briefs
Students, teachers share plans for the total solar eclipse on April 8, reasons for excitement surrounding the event
Students, teachers share plans for the total solar eclipse on April 8, reasons for excitement surrounding the event
Science department will phase out AP Chemistry placement test
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
Joseph Broman, Mu Alpha Theta sponsor, grades tests for his honors precalculus/trigonometry class. Broman said, “I’m retiring from the Math Club next year and I’m just going to do Mu Alpha Theta so I can focus on that one and we can do more [speaker series] first semester.”
Mu Alpha Theta continues to host speaker series
Senior Carolyn Jia reviews scholarship opportunities during her release period on Jan. 19th, 2024. Although college application season is over, I still have to apply for scholarships and honors programs, so Im still quite busy, said Jia. 
Female students, vice principal share experiences with gender, feminism stereotypes in male-dominated activities
Ashlyn Walker, Green Action Club (GAC) co-president and senior, presents at the Confront the Climate Crisis (CTCC) “In This Together” event on Jan. 16, 2024. Walker said there were many ways for students to get involved in environmental initiatives at this school and within the community.
Students, teachers, explore ramifications of water pollution in Indiana, finding solutions
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
Junior Mason Buysee reads a recent news article for a school project. There needs to be a better way to combat false information. A habit Ive formed is cross referencing information, whether thats information from the news or from sources for schoolwork. Its a good skill to have in the long run, said Buysee.
Students battle false information on social media
Media Specialists Hannah Barbato (left) and Teri Ramos (right) shelve books together on Mar. 1, 2024 at the CHS media center. “I really enjoy putting apart some of my time to shelve books and help students,” Ramos said.
Student, media center specialist, CCPL worker discuss the evolving role of libraries
Sriyesh Sirineni, track and field runner and junior, runs in the HSR finals at home. Coach Altevogt said that the team will be top contender for the State championship in early June.
Men’s track and field to compete against Noblesville and Westfield on April 15
Berit Van Beynen, North Central Indiana Sand Volleyball Club club volleyball player and junior, competes in the Nike Mideast Qualifiers tournament on March 17. Van Beynen said, in the past, players have ignored rule changes like the double-touch rule, and that she thinks that will happen to this new rule as well. “There was another rule where they tried to make doubling with setting legal, but it sort of turned into, ‘Who cares this isnt how volleyball is supposed to be played,’ and it was boycotted, which I believe is going to happen with this rule too. (Submitted Photo: Berit Van Beynen)
Volleyball players discuss the new NCAA double touch rule
Freshman Aiden Dickinson plays in varsity game against Fishers on Jan. 27. Carmel won 54 to 46. When asked about his favorite part of the season, Dickinson said, I would say when we went on a stretch, we went 7-1, winning seven games in a row.
Athlete Spotlight: Aiden Dickinson plays on varsity as a freshman
Q&A with students, teacher about upcoming NCAA March Madness tournament
Students, coach discuss effectiveness of morning practice
Students, coach discuss effectiveness of morning practice
Varsity Valorant and Junior Shane Phillips loads into Valorant. The toxicity ingame is just something you have to expect to deal with, he said.
With increase of negativity online due to anonymity, students, teacher, weigh limiting free speech online for toxicity
British royalty are American celebrities [opinion]
British royalty are American celebrities [opinion]
Gabi Bradley, Ambassadors member and senior, performs during the Ambassadors set, “Just Around the Riverbend.” The Ambassadors performed last in “An Evening of Show Choir.”
An Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Shamrock Season
Shamrock Season
The new “Kung Fu Panda 4” movie: a journey of growth, self-realization and adventure [opinion]
The new “Kung Fu Panda 4” movie: a journey of growth, self-realization and adventure [opinion]
Senior Nicolas Torre-Teramoto gives a speech in Japanese to welcome students from Japan in the Main Cafeteria. Torre-Teramoto participated in the Japanese foreign exchange program over the summer.
Students, teachers, Seikyo Gakuen students discuss impact of studying abroad
Sophomore Hannah Sevening, looks at herself through the mirror in the bathroom on Nov. 17. Sevening says that she feels that her red hair is a big part of her personality and who she really is however, it shouldn’t be the only thing that people think of her.
Students, staff, discuss red hair discrimination in light of Good Hair Day on Mar. 26
Students, counselor reflect on the long-term social effects of the pandemic
Students, counselor reflect on the long-term social effects of the pandemic
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
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
Sophomore and ballerina Haylie Fletcher practices the Arabesque ballet position. Fletcher performed in The Nutcracker at The Center for the Performing Arts. Shows began in November.
Q&A with Haylie Fletcher on ballet, The Nutcracker show at the Palladium
HoCHS: How do you value family recipes? (Montarce Family Chocotorta)
HoCHS: How do you value family recipes? (Montarce Family Chocotorta)
HoCHS: How do you value family recipes? (Perkins Family Rhubarb Pie)
HoCHS: How do you value family recipes? (Perkins Family Rhubarb Pie)
Humans of CHS: Who you think is going to win the Super Bowl?
Humans of CHS: Who you think is going to win the Super Bowl?
Humans of CHS: What are your Grammy predictions and hopes?
Humans of CHS: What are your Grammy predictions and hopes?
Humans of CHS: How are you embracing gratitude during National Thank You Month?
Humans of CHS: How are you embracing gratitude during National Thank You Month?
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
LiteBox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, A Light in the Dark
LiteBox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “A Light in the Dark”
Review: “The Bear” sets an unbelievably high bar for future comedy shows [MUSE]
Review: “The Bear” sets an unbelievably high bar for future comedy shows [MUSE]
Review: “Mysterious Lotus Casebook” is an amazing historical Chinese drama [MUSE]
Review: “Mysterious Lotus Casebook” is an amazing historical Chinese drama [MUSE]
Thea Bendaly on her Instagram-run crochet shop [Biz Buzz]
Thea Bendaly on her Instagram-run crochet shop [Biz Buzz]
Review: Sally Rooney’s “Normal People,” is the best book to read when you are in a time of change [MUSE]
Review: Sally Rooney’s “Normal People,” is the best book to read when you are in a time of change [MUSE]
Review: “One Day” broke me for the second time, but this time it hurt worse [MUSE]
Review: “One Day” broke me for the second time, but this time it hurt worse [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]
Wordle: April 12
Wordle: April 12
Connections: April 11
Connections: April 11
Mini Crossword: April 8
Mini Crossword: April 8
Word Search: April 4
Word Search: April 4
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 11
Connections: April 11
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: March 25
Connections: March 25
Connections: March 8
Connections: March 8
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: March 22
Crossword: March 22
Mini Crossword: April 8
Mini Crossword: April 8
Mini Crossword: March 29
Mini Crossword: March 29
Word Search: April 4
Word Search: April 4
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Word Search: March 25
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Riley Laferriere

Riley Laferriere, Managing Editor

Hey guys, I'm Riley Laferriere and I'm so hyped to be a Management member for the 2022-2023 school year. I was an Entertainment editor last year, and I am currently in my fourth year on staff. In my free time you can catch me jamming to tunes, going to parks and hanging with friends! Below you can see a collection of my work. Stay groovy friends!

All content by Riley Laferriere
A Line of Beauty: 2023 Met Gala in a nutshell, notes from a non-fashionista’s perspective [MUSE]

A Line of Beauty: 2023 Met Gala in a nutshell, notes from a non-fashionista’s perspective [MUSE]

Riley Laferriere
May 4, 2023

House of Representatives members interview for Cabinet, other positions

Riley Laferriere
April 30, 2023
Cities should consider the 15-minute model as a fast, Earth-friendly alternative to traditional infrastructure

Cities should consider the 15-minute model as a fast, Earth-friendly alternative to traditional infrastructure

Riley Laferriere
April 22, 2023

House of Representatives members to volunteer at annual Easter Egg Hunt

Riley Laferriere
March 13, 2023
Teacher graphic

[Photo] Involved students weigh in on impact of minority teachers

Ayaan Nadeem
February 28, 2023

House of Representatives to host virtual auction, Dance Marathon

Riley Laferriere
January 25, 2023
cultural characters

[Photo] As high-profile celebrities promote anti-semitism, those of Jewish faith work to combat stereotypes

Maggie Meyer
January 18, 2023
Review: Skip Sia’s holiday album and stick with Michael Bublé [MUSE]

Review: Skip Sia’s holiday album and stick with Michael Bublé [MUSE]

Riley Laferriere
December 12, 2022
Allie Wolf and Sophie Cassidy, Cabinet members and Seniors, pose for a picture at Runway for Riley. This event, like others, received a high turnout from community members and House of Representatives members.

[Photo] Cabinet to volunteer at its annual Wrapping Drive event during the first week of winter break

December 9, 2022
As Thanksgiving approaches, individuals should avoid diet stigmas

As Thanksgiving approaches, individuals should avoid diet stigmas

Riley Laferriere
November 24, 2022
House of Representatives to host Trick or Treat, Runway for Riley event

House of Representatives to host Trick or Treat, Runway for Riley event

Riley Laferriere
October 19, 2022
House of Representatives members and other participants walk to stations of the color run covered in paint and powder. House members will talk about more events like this one at their next meeting on Oct. 4.

House of Representatives members to host car wash, other activities

Riley Laferriere
September 30, 2022
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[Photo] People should stop supporting fast-fashion companies with negative environmental impact, start supporting small businesses

Avery Carlisle
May 20, 2022
Solomon Williams, varsity football player and senior, celebrates a touchdown. Williams said he is often stereotyped as less intelligent because he plays football, but he does not let it affect his academic performance.

Athletes, assistant athletics director address stereotypes in sports, effect of Scholar Athlete program

Riley Laferriere
April 22, 2022
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[Photo] With threequel of “Legally Blonde” being released in May, female students discuss female stereotyping

Alivia Romaniuk
April 21, 2022
Womens History Month JAM

Women’s History Month JAM

Riley Laferriere
March 30, 2022
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[Photo] Muslim students observe Ramadan next month, discrimination still an issue both in CHS, Carmel community

Royce Brown and Zainab Idrees
March 25, 2022

Best Buddies to celebrate National Disability Awareness Month, attend Friendship Walk

Riley Laferriere
March 23, 2022
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[Photo] With major celestial events approaching, students increasingly practice new age beliefs

Jillian Moore
February 17, 2022
Juniors Allison “Allie” Wolf and Brinn Shaller sell tickets for a basketball tailgate to support Riley Children’s Hospital. Dance Marathon will take place on Feb. 26 from 5 to 9 p.m in the freshman cafeteria.

[Photo] Cabinet plans Dance Marathon to be on Feb.26

Siri Surapaneni
February 25, 2022
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[Photo] With increase in virtual reality usage, students, teachers define effects of living in a digital world on an individual, view on reality

Darshini Shankar and Saumya Somasi
January 20, 2022
Members of Best Buddies celebrated the start to the school year with a Picnic last semester. According to Dunham, while members have to be more cautious about COVID-19 when planning events, the club still plans to host many fun events.

Best Buddies cancels January events, continues future planning 

Riley Laferriere
January 12, 2022
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[Photo] With upcoming holiday season’s focus on family, community, students, teachers review what constitutes a “family bond,” how relationships develop

Daniel Tian and Austin Guo
December 13, 2021
In light of “Spider-Man: No Way Home’s” release, take a look at history of Spider-Man

In light of “Spider-Man: No Way Home’s” release, take a look at history of Spider-Man

Emily Sandy and Riley Laferriere
December 7, 2021
Students should cut toxic people off, focus on health

Students should cut toxic people off, focus on health

Riley Laferriere
November 12, 2021
Entertainment Briefs

Entertainment Briefs

Riley Laferriere and Christian Ledbetter
November 12, 2021
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[Photo] Students with neurodivergencies often hide disabilities due to stereotypes, misinformation

Archit Kalra and Christian Ledbetter
October 22, 2021
striking a chord: CHS band students practice in class for upcoming performances. The students practiced “Over The Hills and Far Away.”

Entertainment Briefs

Riley Laferriere and Hibba Mahmood
October 22, 2021
Music Video Playlist: Staff Introductions [MUSE]

Music Video Playlist: Staff Introductions [MUSE]

Jillian Moore, Christian Ledbetter, Maddie Misterka, Riley Laferriere, Darshini Shankar, and Saumya Somasi
September 23, 2021
Best Buddies held their callout meeting on Sept. 2 in the freshman cafeteria. They discussed different events occurring this year and gave new members information about the club. (Photo by Riley Laferriere)

Best Buddies club hosts interviews Sept. 7, plans future events

Riley Laferriere
September 10, 2021

Q&A with Hollis Glover a Car Hobbyist

Riley Laferriere
July 15, 2021

As American Sign Language is seen in more forms of media, we should reflect on how the deaf community is represented through entertainment

Riley Laferriere
May 23, 2021
Q&A with E-Sports Club Members Spencer Daymunde, Dylan Boyer, and Kate Reister

Q&A with E-Sports Club Members Spencer Daymunde, Dylan Boyer, and Kate Reister

Riley Laferriere
May 17, 2021

[Photo] Q&A with junior Charlie Schuman on playing, doing tricks with kendama

Maddie Misterka
May 17, 2021
Terri Ramos, media center and communications department chairperson, looks at the schedule for the rest of the school year. She said other than the testing and classes occurring in the media center, there aren’t many other events scheduled for May.

Media center to have testing, classes, leading to less availability

Riley Laferriere
April 29, 2021
Senior Skylar Greaves records and edits a segment for her podcast “What’s in Wyoming.” Greaves said her main focus for WHJE is drama podcasts, and she is one of three podcasting managers.

After Radiothon on April 17 and 18, students share their interest in creating podcasts

Riley Laferriere
April 21, 2021
As disputes over social media occur between millennials and Gen Z, students should take opportunities to grow closer to other Gen Z members and have discussions with Millennials

As disputes over social media occur between millennials and Gen Z, students should take opportunities to grow closer to other Gen Z members and have discussions with Millennials

Riley Laferriere
April 16, 2021
Terri Ramos, media center and communications department chairperson, reviews worksheets for the Red Cross water safety lessons. She will be distributing prizes to randomly selected students who completed the whole sheet correctly.

Planning Events for April, Teaching Lessons

Riley Laferriere
March 31, 2021
Alexander “Alex” Ferrell (bottom), guitarist of band “Plastic Fruits’’ and senior, poses with senior Matthew Arnold and junior Townsend Wright. The band has music out on Spotify, Apple Music, and SoundCloud.

Q&A with senior Alexander “Alex” Ferrell, guitarist of band “Plastic Fruits”

Riley Laferriere
March 24, 2021
With National Awkward Moments day on March 18, students should learn to welcome awkward moments, not be ashamed of them

With National Awkward Moments day on March 18, students should learn to welcome awkward moments, not be ashamed of them

Riley Laferriere
March 18, 2021
Media center specialist Gail Marcopulos works to put up a display for Read Across America. This event is open to teachers and they can participate by sending in a ‘shelfie’ with their favorite book, as seen above, or by choosing a different way to participate.

New displays for March, small events

Riley Laferriere
March 11, 2021

Media Center to have new displays, book clubs

Riley Laferriere
February 17, 2021
The media center is constantly changing out bulletin boards to keep up with current events and special movements. “There are a dozen displays and bookcases that happen and we change those about every month,” said Terri Ramos, media center and communications department chairperson.

Media Center Introduces New Book Clubs, Displays

Riley Laferriere
January 27, 2021
Individuals shouldn’t go into new year with false hopes of overnight success, 2021 will be a gradual improvement

Individuals shouldn’t go into new year with false hopes of overnight success, 2021 will be a gradual improvement

Riley Laferriere
January 20, 2021
National Picture Book Month is occurring in the Carmel High School and the media center staff has set up a display to showcase some of the books. Ramos said even though high school students may not benefit as much off of picture books as lower grades, students may check out books to share with younger siblings.

Media Center prepares for chance of virtual schooling, new events

Riley Laferriere
November 25, 2020
Youre the Imposter

You’re the Imposter

Valliei Chandrakumar, Jillian Moore, Riley Laferriere, and Marissa Finney
November 20, 2020
The media center demonstrates the ‘THINK’ method of online posting on a bulletin board outside of the Greyhound Media Network to raise awareness for Teen Tech Week. Ramos said safe posting and anti-plagiarism efforts are the goals for the media center during this time.

Teen Tech Week, smaller events go underway as larger events are planned

Riley Laferriere
November 10, 2020
The media center staff works to put out new books and displays for the students of the high school frequently. Because Hispanic Heritage Month is underway, the staff put out a display with books on the topic.

[Photo] Media center starts distribution of e-cards, recognizes special dates

October 30, 2020

Media center plans to introduce new e-card for students, explains new rules

Riley Laferriere
October 6, 2020
As alternative fashion rises, Carmel students find unique ways to dress, discuss if they feel accepted at Carmel

As alternative fashion rises, Carmel students find unique ways to dress, discuss if they feel accepted at Carmel

Riley Laferriere
September 26, 2020
While on a visit to Cherry Tree Elementarys playground, Kelsey Weber, my cousin, twirls on a piece of spinning playground equipment. Visiting this park has become a popular quarantine activity for my siblings and I, and on that particular visit, we invited our cousins to go with us. Biking to Cherry Tree has helped us relieve our boredom and lets us obtain a bit of fresh air over these long, exhausting weeks of quarantine.

[Photo] Riley Laferriere

May 14, 2020

National French Honors Society to host competition in November

Riley Laferriere
October 21, 2019
Club official Vivian Zheng is excited to begin events and planning. She said, “it’s going to be a good year.”

National French Honors Society to start events soon

Riley Laferriere
September 27, 2019
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