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Zoie Carlile

Zoie Carlile, Editor-in-chief

What are your hobbies?

Guitar, listening to music, cats

Who are your favorite music artists?

Ghost, Amon Amarth and Mitski

What are your favorite TV shows/movies?

Godzilla Minus One, Fantastic Mr. Fox, EEAAO

All content by Zoie Carlile
The Fifth Annual Issues Issue

The Fifth Annual Issues Issue

Zoie Carlile and Elise Laharia
March 22, 2024
The Fifth Annual Issues Issue

The Fifth Annual Issues Issue

Zoie Carlile and Elise Laharia
March 22, 2024
Taylor Moore Engages Students Through Building Immersive Settings

Taylor Moore Engages Students Through Building Immersive Settings

Zoie Carlile, Editor-in-chief
February 29, 2024
The Community Issue

The Community Issue

Zoie Carlile and Elise Laharia
December 11, 2023
The Community Issue

The Community Issue

Zoie Carlile and Elise Laharia
November 30, 2023

Michael Gomez Engages Students In World Of Songwriting

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
March 31, 2023
The Asian population has spent decades with little recognition in the media outside of stereotypes, but recent films like "Everything Everywhere All At Once" are changing that. The film grossed $107.5 million worldwide and has been both a critical and commercial success.

Opinion: Refusing To Stay Silent

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
March 9, 2023
Energy drink Celsius is among the most consumed drinks at the school yet students have acknowledged it comes with negative side effects. In the past year, 149 cans have been sold

Energy Rush

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
December 5, 2022
In front of a whiteboard full of math equations, freshman Zoe Schemmel casts a troubled look. Research has shown a significant portion of the student population struggles with math anxiety. "My brain is just naturally on the more creative side and logical stuff sometimes stresses me out," Schemmel said.

Exponentially Anxious

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
After being accepted into The College of William and Mary, senior Kate Hamilton poses in a school sweatshirt. Hamilton chose to go the traditional route and submit her test scores when applying. "I chose to submit my test scores because I felt they reflected me well as a student and aided my applications," she said.

Seniors Take Advantage Of Test Optional Policies

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
These baked apple slices are freshly baked and topped with cinnamon. The dessert was tart and paired deliciously with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream and a dash of whipped cream.

Carliles’ Baked Apple Slices

Zoie Carlile, Features and Opinions Editor
December 9, 2021
Through projects like the "Dear Highland Park" video, senior Tess Stanford has long advocated for inclusivity and equality. She has also participated in Wellness Wednesday to shed light on mental health awareness.

Senior Behind Wellness Wednesday Promotes Equality

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
December 6, 2021
While they announce the theme for the Hilites dance, seniors Grace Newhouse, Katelyn Turco, Piper Soetenga, Sterling Williams and Meg Lochausen hold up a banner. The announced theme for the dance was "This Place About To Glow," which calls for neon colors in students' outfits.

Hilites Dance, Pep Rallies See Changes Due To COVID-19

Zoie Carlile, Feature and Opinion Editor
October 1, 2021
Protestors stand against anti-Asian hate and violence. In light of increasing violence against Asians in America, many more protests have continued to take place.

Opinion: Asian Hate Needs To Stop

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
May 26, 2021
Freshman Ava Robertson practices percussion after school. Band has gone through many changes this year that has impacted students. "There's different groups of people and you never really get to meet each other." Schedler said.

Coronavirus Alters Fine Arts Courses

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
May 20, 2021
Freshman Jolie Carlile battles the Primo Geovishap, a challenging boss. Her team consists of characters Xiao, Zhongli, QiQi and Diluc. "The Geovishap is the hardest boss in game so far," Carlile said.

Review: Genshin Impact Creates Thrilling Experience

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
April 1, 2021
Sophomore Emily Bailey poses for a picture with her new puppy, Buck. Her family recently adopted Buck during the quarantine. "We all take care of him," Bailey says.

Animal Adoptions Surge During Social Isolation

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
March 29, 2021
Freshman Lauren Ridgway sprints to get to the ball before players from McKinney Boyd. Ridgway passed to her teammates to get around the other team.

JV Gold Girls Soccer Ties McKinney Boyd

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
January 21, 2021
The Board of Trustees passed the 2021-22 school calendar with new changes at the Dec. 8 meeting.

District Releases 2021-22 School Calendar

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
January 13, 2021
Empathy and inclusivity are being promoted this week in honor of Inclusive Schools Week. Videos were shown during announcements to teach students how to be more inclusive. "A more inclusive student body means a better student body,” senior Nina Kazi said.

District Set To Celebrate Inclusive Schools Week

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
December 9, 2020
Freshman Rikhil Katuri plays Among Us with his Biology class. After taking notes on cells, the in person students played together. "The game brings people together," Katuri said.

Review: Among Us Exciting, Easy To Play

Zoie Carlile, Reporter
November 18, 2020
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