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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
Students sit on the bleachers as they wait for the Carmel Mayor Youth Council (CMYC) badminton tournament to start on Feb. 16. The tournament, partnered with Badminton Club, raised $558 for Riley’s Children’s Hospital.
Club Spotlight: Badminton Club
Nick Stitle, a teen author and senior, reads a book about Venezuela. Stitle said the writing fair was a great way to introduce writing to teenagers who may be interested in writing or authoring books.
Local teens to host writing fair on April 20, emphasizes representation of teen writers
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
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
Ani-Mania!
Ani-Mania!
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
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: 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]
Review: “The Iron Claw” cannot get enough praise [MUSE]
Review: “The Iron Claw” cannot get enough praise [MUSE]
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 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]
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Connections: April 17
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Wordle: April 12
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Connections: April 17
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Connections: April 3
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Connections: March 28
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Connections: March 25
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Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler works on an email to send to club members about plans for the final projects of this school year. According to Ziegler, members of the club started planning these projects at the last meeting and they hope these final projects will have a positive impact on the community.

Do Something Club to visit a nursing home on April 27

Angela Li • April 25, 2018

Do Something Club met after school on April 24 to finalize the details for the club’s remaining projects for the school year. According to club sponsor James Ziegler the club has four main projects planned...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler talks to the club about the upcoming projects for the rest of the school year. According to Ziegler, the club members started planning these projects already at the last meeting and they hope these final projects will positively impact the community.

Do Something Club to meet on April 10 to plan final projects

Angela Li • April 6, 2018

Do Something Club will meet after school on April 10 to prepare for their final projects for the school year. According to James Ziegler, Do Something Club sponsor, the club has three main projects planned...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler finalizes details to send to club members regarding the club’s meeting on Feb. 15, in which the club will prepare for the nursing home visit on Feb. 16. According to Ziegler, the club members will play games and give cards to the residents at the nursing home during the visit.

Do Something Club to visit nursing home on Feb. 16

Angela Li • February 14, 2018

Do Something Club will meet after school on Feb. 15 to prepare for the club’s nursing home visit on Feb. 16, according to James Ziegler, Do Something Club sponsor. “This Friday, we’re going to Summer...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler finalizes details to send to club members regarding the club’s first meeting of the semester on Jan. 23. According to Ziegler, the meeting will be focused on brainstorming service project ideas and planning dates to visit nursing homes.

Do Something Club to meet on Jan. 23

Angela Li • January 23, 2018

Do Something Club will meet after school on Jan. 23 to begin planning their service project ideas for this semester, according to James Ziegler, Do Something Club sponsor. “We don’t have any major...

Aiza Syed, Academic Super Bowl Social Studies team captain and junior, checks a references page on the Academic Super Bowl tab on Canvas. Syed said, Im excited for this year because I want to work with my team and get a new perspective on history and the World Wars.

Academic Super Bowl captains to plan future practices

Heidi Peng • November 20, 2017

According to James Ziegler, Academic Super Bowl co-sponsor and social studies teacher, the club is beginning to hand leadership over to the team captains and allowing them to schedule individual team practices...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler talks to the club about the upcoming fleece blankets for the homeless event which will take place on Nov. 14 after school in the freshman cafeteria. According to Ziegler, the club hopes to make 50 blankets to donate to the homeless during the week of Thanksgiving.

Do Something Club to make fleece blankets for the homeless

Angela Li • November 14, 2017

Do Something Club’s annual fleece blankets for the homeless event will take place on Nov. 14 after school in the freshman cafeteria. According to sponsor James Ziegler, the club hopes to make at least...

James Ziegler, Academic Super Bowl co-sponsor and social studies teacher, checks the Academic Super Bowl Canvas page. Ziegler said this year the club had many strong candidates for the captain positions.

Academic Super Bowl to announce team captains

Heidi Peng • October 24, 2017

According to James Ziegler, Academic Super Bowl co-sponsor and social studies teacher, the club plans to hold a mandatory team meeting on Oct. 25 to announce team captains. “At our meeting on Wednesday,...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler plans the details and promotion of the club’s upcoming Fleece Blankets for the Homeless Event. According to Ziegler, the blanket-making will take place after school on Nov. 14 in the main cafeteria.

Do Something Club prepares for Fleece Blankets for the Homeless event

Angela Li • October 24, 2017

Do Something Club will meet on Oct. 31 after school to plan the club’s annual Fleece Blankets for the Homeless event. According to club sponsor James Ziegler, this project will be the primary focus for...

 James Ziegler, Academic Super Bowl co-sponsor and social studies teacher, looks over two captain forms recently submitted to him. He said, (After we complete interviews), we will empower the captains to start taking over scheduling meetings to try to get their team members prepared.

Academic Super Bowl to hold captain interviews

October 12, 2017

As the club’s initial meeting has passed, interviews for the five captain positions on the Academic Super Bowl team will be held this week. Those interested in these positions were required to submit...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler discusses the club’s upcoming breast cancer research fundraiser with freshman Setareh Hamidi. Ziegler said the majority of the fundraising for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation will happen on Oct. 6 at the home football game.

Do Something Club prepares for breast cancer fundraiser night

Angela Li • October 4, 2017

Do Something Club plans meeting to finalize the plans for the club’s annual breast cancer research fundraiser. According to club sponsor James Ziegler, the majority of the fundraising for the Breast...

 James Ziegler, Academic Super Bowl co-sponsor and social studies teacher, looks over two captain forms recently submitted to him. He said, (After we complete interviews), we will empower the captains to start taking over scheduling meetings to try to get their team members prepared.

Academic Super Bowl to prepare for upcoming captain interviews

Heidi Peng, Reporter • October 3, 2017

With their call-out meeting completed, James Ziegler, Academic Super Bowl co-sponsor and social studies teacher, said the club plans to move forward by deciding captain positions for the team. Ziegler...

Do Something Club sponsor James Ziegler introduces club information and this year’s service projects at the club’s callout meeting. Ziegler said throughout the months of September and October, the primary focus of the club will be their annual fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Do Something Club plans Oct. breast cancer research fundraiser

Angela Li • September 12, 2017

Do Something Club will have their second meeting this Thursday, Sept. 14, to begin brainstorming fundraising ideas for their annual breast cancer research fundraiser. The club had their call-out meeting...

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