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Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Megan Xia & Abigail Lee
Stereotypes faced by twins shape expectations, identity
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
The Fathers of Innovation
Instead of a quantitative change, the Supreme Court selection process needs to be closely monitored
Instead of a quantitative change, the Supreme Court selection process needs to be closely monitored
Graphic Perspective: Eggstravagant prices
Graphic Perspective: Eggstravagant prices
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Job fair in main varsity gym on April 25
Junior Solomon Seif reads from a book in the religious section of the CHS library on April 22, 2025. Seif said that he believes it is crucial to remember the events of the Holocaust, since he himself resonates with his own Jewish identity. “It’s important to memorialize the heroes from all aspects, to sort of influence everybody to be a better person,” said Seif.
Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony to occur April 23
FCCLA co-adviser Faith Dalton grades assignments on April 15 in B175. Dalton said, “I have really enjoyed the growth students have shown throughout this year. All of the self confidence they are getting from participating is very encouraging.”
FCCLA members to continue planning for National Leadership Conference, reflect on competition year
Best Buddies members bowl at Pinheads on March 20, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. “We just completed our March bowling event and are preparing for the Friendship Walk,” Lammers said.
Best Buddies to fundraise during Carmel Marathon
Science Bowl participants talk between rounds at the Regional competition on Feb. 22 hosted by Eli Lilly. Participants said their rounds were going well.
Science Bowl team prepares for National competition on April 24
Avika Rajmane, Pinnacle yearbook staff reporter and sophomore, flips through the previous year’s yearbook to look for design styles to add to her graphics on April 21. Rajmane said the Pinnacle staff fact-checks everything multiple times.
Journalism’s fine line: objectivity vs. perspective
Best Buddies president Cora Lammers strikes a pose with her buddy Alyson Barnett on Sep. 26, 2024. Barnett and Lammers participated in the Best Buddies match party. Lammers said the match party allows all one-on-one matches to meet and hang out with each other.
Autism Awareness Month plays crucial role in reducing stigma, promoting inclusivity
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
Junior Ivy Wei waters plants in the greenhouse on March 27, 2025. “I think my favorite part of (Gardening Together) is getting to plan and do things with nature at school,” Wei said.
Students, teacher discuss impacts of gardening on students in light of National Gardening Month
Juniors Jafeth Gamez and Yilbert Pico converse with each other on March 6 during SSRT. Gamez and Pico enjoy each other's company and they both quickly become friends after moving to the ESL class.
Multilingual learners struggle against stereotypes, fight language discrimination
Kaitlyn Oshimura competes at the New Balance track and field nationals in Boston on March 13. Oshimura said she hopes to qualify for the event again next year. (Submitted: Kaitlyn Oshimura)
Athlete Spotlight: Junior Kaitlyn Oshimura on competing at New Balance Track and Field Nationals
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Junior Owen Morton and his father root for different teams during a game between the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Morton said it's important to stick to one's favorite teams during both winning and losing streaks. (Submitted: Owen Morton)
More than just a win: how students represent their teams after big games
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
Senior Ayla Abbasi completes a dive at a meet. Abbasi said she aims to complete as much of her homework as possible during school in order to balance her difficult coursework with her practice schedule. (Submitted: Ayla Abbasi)
Athlete Spotlight: Senior Ayla Abbasi on college diving and commended graduate award
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
Beginning and Intermediate Dance students practice dance team skills during class on March 27. Junior Jenna Jarboe said, “My dance class is my B1 (class) so I start my day with it. It’s like a warm-up to being at school, and it just feels like a class that I’m not stressed about."
Dance classes offer more than just an opportunity to move
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Comic Con JAM
Comic Con JAM
Seniors Saesha Saha and Akshaya Lingala demonstrate their invention. They designed a personalized massage machine to alleviate wrist pain.
Q&A with seniors Akshaya Lingala and Saesha Saha on Innovate WithIN competition
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
Sophomores Luke Choi (left front), Michael Yuan (left back), Ruth Ahn (right back), Stephanie Tan (right center), Chelsea Meng (right center) talk about their investment strategy. They gathered at the weekly FinXed club to review their final report.
Q&A with sophomore Chelsea Meng on the Wharton Global High School Investment Competition
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
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: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Month In Review: March 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Ambassador members perform their show, 'Road to El Dorado', at the dress rehearsal for 'An Evening of Show Choir' on Mar. 3. The show will take place Mar. 6.
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Month In Review: February 2025
Month In Review: February 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 2
Connections: April 2
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: February 24
Mini Crossword: February 24
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: March 18
Word Search: March 18
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Word Search: March 7
Word Search: February 24
Word Search: February 24
Quiz: What Snapple tea are you?
Review: A return to mediocrity: “Back in Action” is a clumsy attempt at spy comedy [MUSE]
Ethel Cain’s Perverts is off-putting and deeply disturbing in the best way possible
Ethel Cain’s Perverts is off-putting and deeply disturbing in the best way possible
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: "Dog Man" is Unapologetically Chaotic [MUSE]
Review: “Dog Man” is Unapologetically Chaotic [MUSE]
Review: "Ne Zha 2": The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [MUSE]
Review: “Ne Zha 2”: The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [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]
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
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?
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Sam Hawkins, Acumen Editor in Chief

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Students, city officials discuss effects of suburban expansion on environment

Students, city officials discuss effects of suburban expansion on environment

Royce Brown and Sam Hawkins
May 20, 2022

TEDxCHS to select executive board members for 2022-2023 school year

Sam Hawkins
March 23, 2022

TEDxCHS continues preparation for next year’s conference

Sam Hawkins
February 25, 2022
to be or not to be

[Photo] Students, teachers confront stigma, reflect on perception of African-American Vernacular English (AAVE)

Royce Brown and Chenyao Liu
February 17, 2022
Senior Riley Dugan talks about the impact of older music on modern music. Dugan said she has enjoyed music from the ‘60s since she was a kid.

With upcoming release of “The Beatles: Get Back” on Nov. 25, students share love for older tunes

Sam Hawkins
November 12, 2021
Love, Persevering: breaking down grieving processes

Love, Persevering: breaking down grieving processes

Elise Varhan and Sam Hawkins
October 25, 2021
Amid widespread labor shortages, employers, consumers should remember to treat others with compassion

Amid widespread labor shortages, employers, consumers should remember to treat others with compassion

Sam Hawkins
October 22, 2021

Graphic: Menorah Mania

Sam Hawkins
October 22, 2021
TEDx Carmel uses its instagram to push out updates about speakers and club events.

TEDx Carmel begins new school year with positive outlook

Sam Hawkins
September 27, 2021
Senior Kashyap Akkinapally works on an engineering project. Akkinapally said he enjoys innovating to help his community.

Students, teacher define innovation, importance of innovation

Sam Hawkins
August 12, 2021
In retelling paranormal experiences, students, teacher debate importance of age, persona, role models in regard to believing in paranormal activity

In retelling paranormal experiences, students, teacher debate importance of age, persona, role models in regard to believing in paranormal activity

Sam Hawkins and Kiersten Riedford
May 24, 2021
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[Photo] CHS students share how pandemic has shaped views on employment

Raghav Sriram
May 16, 2021
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[Photo] Students, science professionals discuss impact of scientist stereotypes on science education during Global Citizen Science Month

Tsion Daniel and Archit Kalra
April 22, 2021

Key Club looks ahead to next school year

Sam Hawkins
April 21, 2021

Key Club to volunteer at Carmel Marathon, plant trees, continue teacher appreciation in April

Sam Hawkins
March 26, 2021

Key Club to tutor, donate coats, continue other initiatives through this month

Sam Hawkins
March 18, 2021

Key Club to participate in tree-planting event on Apr. 17, continue other projects

Sam Hawkins
March 2, 2021
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[Photo] Digital technology opens doors to new possibilities for self-expression

Maddie Misterka and Wendy Zhu
February 20, 2021

Sam Hawkins
February 10, 2021
Key Club organizes donations, raffle

Key Club organizes donations, raffle

Sam Hawkins
November 18, 2020
Offenders

[Photo] Student activists, science teacher continue conservation efforts amid pandemic

Archit Kalra
November 16, 2020
Key Club's next initiative will be a teacher appreciation event on Nov. 4.

Key Club finds ways to help the community amid COVID-19

Sam Hawkins
October 31, 2020
Jenna Carter, right, Civics Club co-president and senior, announces the results of their voter registration drive in SSRT. According to Carter, the club discussed voter registration, ideas on how to reach voters and how to present unbiased information about candidates most effectively at their Oct. 2 meeting.

Q&A With Jenna Carter, co-founder and president of Civics Club

Sam Hawkins
October 19, 2020
Key Club elects new class board officers

Key Club elects new class board officers

Sam Hawkins
October 8, 2020

[Photo] CHS Adjusts Contact Tracing Protocol, Defines Direct Contact

September 14, 2020

[Photo] Students assess how family dynamics, roles have changed due to COVID-19

Leah Tan
August 13, 2020
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[Photo] This year’s virtual learning to focus on social-emotional learning, bonds between teachers, students

Wendy Zhu
August 13, 2020
Janvi Bhatia, Carmel HOSA activities co-chair and junior, poses with her sister, sophomore Rhea Bhatia, and Ty Talatin at a Leukemia and Lymphoma Society event. This was pre-lockdown.

[Video] COVID-19 encourages socially conscious behavior among students, community

Leah Tan
May 21, 2020
Japanese restaurant Wild Ginger on 116th has temporarily closed in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and recent stay-at-home orders. Tiffany Zhou, co-owner and operator of the restaurant, said she is looking into offering takeout services.

In light of COVID-19 pandemic, Asian restaurants face new challenges

Sam Hawkins
April 13, 2020
Junior Alli Johnson recites “Fire and Ice”, a poem by Robert Frost, during late start on March 4. Johnson said poetry is for everybody and isn’t something to be afraid of, as the subject of the poem can be whatever the poet would like it to be.

Student poets, English teacher strive to make poetry more accessible

Sam Hawkins
March 20, 2020
Junior Max Chang mows the grass along the box plots on his farm, NuJac Gardens. Chang said the maintenance of a farm requires many responsibilities including this one.

[Video] In light of World Agriculture Day on Tuesday, students in agriculture stress importance of maintaining industry

Leah Tan
March 20, 2020
Junior Ben Lin helps set the table at his family restaurant, Wild Ginger on 116th. He said he sometimes works with his mom at the restaurant on the weekends for a couple hours.

Recent studies show decline of Chinese-owned restaurants, bring light to cultural changes between generations of immigrants

Sam Hawkins
February 21, 2020
With scheduling for next school year underway, CHS classes attempt to combine benefits of knowledge acquisition, real-world application

With scheduling for next school year underway, CHS classes attempt to combine benefits of knowledge acquisition, real-world application

Sam Hawkins and Uma Kandallu
January 23, 2020
History teacher Allison Hargrove displays her figurines and cutout of Abraham Lincoln. Hargrove said she looks up to Lincoln’s bravery and passion.

[Video] Idolization of public figures, role models creates both positive, negative effects

Kiersten Riedford
January 23, 2020
Junior Olivia Sarjent packs her suitcase. She said traveling alone allows for more independence.

Traveling out of state alone gives more freedom, experience

Sam Hawkins
December 12, 2019
As Thanksgiving approaches, students plan Friendsgiving celebration, ponder new trend

As Thanksgiving approaches, students plan Friendsgiving celebration, ponder new trend

Sam Hawkins
November 28, 2019
Sophomore Aanchal Agarwal decorates a tissue box at a Key Club meeting on Nov. 13. Key Club meetings take place every Gold Wednesday during late start in Media Center classrooms 3 and 4. According to Logan Tullai, Key Club executive board member and junior, most Key Club meetings involve the making of a small craft.

Key Club to work with Kiwanis, participate in Hearts for Hearts

Sam Hawkins
November 26, 2019
Shadowing Editorial: Additional Q&A with Amy Skeens-Benton

Shadowing Editorial: Additional Q&A with Amy Skeens-Benton

Sam Hawkins
November 15, 2019
Lexi Carter, Art Club president and junior, sketches out a drawing for Inktober. Inktober is a month long challenge encouraging artists to build positive habits through ink drawing.

With Inktober in full swing, students, teacher reflect on influences of online challenges on art, life

Sam Hawkins
October 24, 2019
Members of Key Club’s board discuss plans for the future of the club at a meeting on the morning of Sept. 24. According to Key Club sponsor Diana Grimes, the Serve Carmel initiative will be a major focus this year.

Key Club to promote other service clubs, centralize volunteer opportunities with Serve Carmel

Sam Hawkins
September 30, 2019
Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Fired Up: In light of Amazon Rainforest fires, Carmel community circumvents bystander effect to have impact on global issues

Grace Xu and Sam Hawkins
September 20, 2019

Following conclusion of conferences Model U.N. merges beginner and advanced groups, searches for next year’s leaders

Sam Hawkins
April 19, 2019
Model U.N. students discuss plans for the IUPUI conference. At the competition on Feb. 22, 19 out of 41 delegates who attended were recognized for awards.

Model U.N. students recognized for 19 awards at IU conference, preparing for IUPUI conference

Sam Hawkins
March 22, 2019

Preparations underway for Model U.N. conference Feb. 22 to 24

Sam Hawkins
February 27, 2019

Model U.N. to attend conference at IU on Feb. 22 to 24

Sam Hawkins
February 3, 2019

Model U.N. delegates assigned committees for conference at IU

Sam Hawkins
January 13, 2019

Model U.N. to attend conference in Nashville, Tenn. on Nov. 2

Sam Hawkins
October 20, 2018

Model U.N. has begun preparing for their first conference

Sam Hawkins
September 23, 2018

Model U.N. to attend conference at Indiana University on Feb. 22, conference at Earlham College canceled

Sam Hawkins
January 15, 2018
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