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ADDICTIVE CHAOS: The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang tells the story of Rin, a 14-year old war orphan in Ancient China. Kuangs novel combines history, science fiction and fantasy to explore the horrors of war through the experiences of children.
Sacrificial flowers: ‘The Poppy War’ shows the brutality of war through historical fiction lens (Review)
BRACE FOR THE BOOM: Andrew Garfield brings playwright Jonathan Larson to life in the Netflix original film, Tick, Tick...BOOM! Larson is most famously known for his musical, Rent.
‘Tick, Tick’……tick, tick……boom? (Review)
PERFECTLY POISED: Tom Holland prepares to strike into action in the latest release in the Spider-Man universe, Spider-Man: No Way Home. Released on Friday Dec 17, the movie offers numerous moments of storyline contentment as Marvel nods to the franchises longtime fans.
Who is Peter Parker? ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ (Review)
ALL EYES ON ME: Sophomore Sophie Akujobi (bottom center) gives directions to the cast of Titus Andronica (left to right: Sharon Kolubah, Lex Boyd, Aiden Wilt, Jacob Haney, Aedan Shevlin, Felonica Kirkham) during an afternoon rehearsal onstage in the Swartz Auditorium. “I cried at the end because it all went together so well,” Akujobi said, “and after the show I found each and every one of them and gave them a hug and told them how proud I was!”
‘All the world’s a stage’: Behind the scenes at the 2021 Shakespeare Troupe Fall Fest (Photos)
FEEL THE LUV: C-Luv Thrift, located at 20 N. Hanover Street, is known for their fun finds and love of all things Carlisle-related. They are also involved in several service projects geared towards helping the greater Carlisle community.
Share the ‘Luv’: Small business owners give back to the community
BRIGHT LIGHTS: The neon red sign of the Fillmore glows while a night of community forged in music comes together under its roof.
‘Still smiling and laughing’: The Front Bottoms concert instills a sense of togetherness (Review)
ALL EYES ON ME: Sophomore Sophie Akujobi (bottom center) gives directions to the cast of Titus Andronica (left to right: Sharon Kolubah, Lex Boyd, Aiden Wilt, Jacob Haney, Aedan Shevlin, Felonica Kirkham) during an afternoon rehearsal onstage in the Swartz Auditorium. “I cried at the end because it all went together so well,” Akujobi said, “and after the show I found each and every one of them and gave them a hug and told them how proud I was!”
‘All the world’s a stage’: Behind the scenes at the 2021 Shakespeare Troupe Fall Fest (Photos)
FLOORING AUDIENCES: Senior Renee Blacksmith and juniors Charlie Carlton and James Crawford take to the stage at the First Cup Coffeehouse performance night. Members of the band Under the Floorboards, they performed Somethin’ Stupid” by Frank and Nancy Sinatra.
Brewing up a storm: Coffeehouse presents ’21-22 First Cup
The CHS Shakespeare Troupe proudly presented the first-ever virtual Student-Directed Shakespeare Festival on May 18. Students created and published video performances of sonnets, monologues, and scenes from Shakespeares work.
CHS Student-Directed Shakespeare Festival 2021 (Video)
The CHS Art Show has gone digital! Click on the link to see the talented artwork of our student body.
CHS 2021 Virtual Art Show (video)
BROADWAY-ISH BOUND: After exploding on the TikTok platform this summer, the Disney movie Ratatouille will be made into a musical performance, available online on New Years Day.
Anyone can cook: “Ratatouille” to become an online musical
During Poetry Week, students are encouraged to wear their favorite poems on their clothing. Wearable Poetry will be on Wednesday April 17 this year.
Poetic expressions: NEHS to host Poetry Week
PANDEMIC PLAYLIST: Enjoy a list of songs created for this year 2020 inspired by the pandemic. Many artists cannot perform live due to the virus, but that hasnt stopped them from making amazing music from home.
Can’t stop the music: the sounds of quarantine (Playlist)
Collage of artists: as the year winds down, the top songs of 2018 are announced from artists such as Cardi B, Travis Scott, Post Malone and many more.
18 songs that made 2018 (Playlist)
When doing homework or studying for an upcoming test, listen to this music to help you concentrate.
Concentration/Study Music (Playlist)
Everyone has a different taste in music. Below is a list of gathered songs from the students of CHS.
Songs of CHS: Students share their favorite music of the month
Have a Humorous Holiday! (Playlist)
Spooky Songs (Playlist)
Spooky Songs (Playlist)
Thundering Bison Podcast: Episode 2 Mad March
Thundering Bison Podcast: Episode 2 “Mad March”
Thundering Bison Podcast: Episode 1 Winter Week
Thundering Bison Podcast: Episode 1 Winter Week
Podscope Episode Three: Stephen Colbert, Hulu Plus and Periscope Playlists
Podscope Episode Three: Stephen Colbert, Hulu Plus and Periscope Playlists
Podscope Episode Two: Put a little Spring into your entertainment
Podscope Episode Two: Put a little Spring into your entertainment
Podscope Episode One: Joey and Zach on the Oscars
Podscope Episode One: Joey and Zach on the Oscars
Senorita- Shawn Mendes and Camilla Cabello
“Senorita”- Shawn Mendes and Camilla Cabello
No Fear- Dej Loaf
‘No Fear’- Dej Loaf
Old Town Road- Lil Nas X (feat. Billy Ray Cyrus)
Old Town Road-Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Cyrus
Sunflower by Post Malone and Swae Lee
“Sunflower”-Post Malone & Swae Lee
Eastside - Benny Blanco, Halsey, & Khalid
“Eastside” – Benny Blanco, Halsey, & Khalid
Cardi B and Bruno Mars pose in the video for their release Finesse. The two recently collaborated again on another song, Please Me.
“Finesse” – Cardi B & Bruno Mars
ADDICTIVE CHAOS: The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang tells the story of Rin, a 14-year old war orphan in Ancient China. Kuangs novel combines history, science fiction and fantasy to explore the horrors of war through the experiences of children.
Sacrificial flowers: ‘The Poppy War’ shows the brutality of war through historical fiction lens (Review)
BRACE FOR THE BOOM: Andrew Garfield brings playwright Jonathan Larson to life in the Netflix original film, Tick, Tick...BOOM! Larson is most famously known for his musical, Rent.
‘Tick, Tick’……tick, tick……boom? (Review)
PERFECTLY POISED: Tom Holland prepares to strike into action in the latest release in the Spider-Man universe, Spider-Man: No Way Home. Released on Friday Dec 17, the movie offers numerous moments of storyline contentment as Marvel nods to the franchises longtime fans.
Who is Peter Parker? ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ (Review)
ALL EYES ON ME: Sophomore Sophie Akujobi (bottom center) gives directions to the cast of Titus Andronica (left to right: Sharon Kolubah, Lex Boyd, Aiden Wilt, Jacob Haney, Aedan Shevlin, Felonica Kirkham) during an afternoon rehearsal onstage in the Swartz Auditorium. “I cried at the end because it all went together so well,” Akujobi said, “and after the show I found each and every one of them and gave them a hug and told them how proud I was!”
‘All the world’s a stage’: Behind the scenes at the 2021 Shakespeare Troupe Fall Fest (Photos)
FEEL THE LUV: C-Luv Thrift, located at 20 N. Hanover Street, is known for their fun finds and love of all things Carlisle-related. They are also involved in several service projects geared towards helping the greater Carlisle community.
Share the ‘Luv’: Small business owners give back to the community
BRIGHT LIGHTS: The neon red sign of the Fillmore glows while a night of community forged in music comes together under its roof.
‘Still smiling and laughing’: The Front Bottoms concert instills a sense of togetherness (Review)
ADDICTIVE CHAOS: The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang tells the story of Rin, a 14-year old war orphan in Ancient China. Kuangs novel combines history, science fiction and fantasy to explore the horrors of war through the experiences of children.
Sacrificial flowers: ‘The Poppy War’ shows the brutality of war through historical fiction lens (Review)
REYLO: This novel is the author’s debut novel and is based off of Hazelwood’s Star Wars fanfiction. Hazelwood creates a perfect experiment of what happens when you combine science and romance.
Scientific methods of romance: ‘The Love Hypothesis’ (Review)
SKYSCRAPERS: The simplistic, yet engaging cover of the book features constellations; a show of proof as to how small we really are amongst the grand scheme of things.
Little Cosmonaut: ‘We Are The Ants’ (Review)
A Monster comes walking to help a boy speak his truth. Letting go is not the same as giving up. Actor Felicity Jones in A Monster Calls (2016)
‘A Monster Calls’: Letting go doesn’t mean giving up (Review)
DIG IN: The Life We Bury is a 2014 mystery by Allen Eskens, that since then has been in development for a feature film.
‘The Life We Bury’: You’ll want to dig into this mystery (Review)
Each chapter in Glimmer of Hope was written by a student or alumni of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. All of the proceeds from the book will be used to benefit the March for Our Lives Foundation.
Glimmer of Hope: How a movement sparked from tragedy (Review)
CRAFTY: These three YouTubers are some of the most popular Minecraft video producers. 2021 has been a big year for them.
The pandemic advantage: YouTubers make the most of at-home possibilities
IF YOU BUILD IT, THEY WILL PLAY: Minecraft, a popular video game on a variety of platforms, has been entertaining gamers of all ages since 2009. But what makes this game so popular?
Mad for Minecraft: Why do people “dig” this classic game?
THERES BEEN A MURDER: A crewmate is stabbed to death by the imposter while no other players are around. The goal of the imposter is to kill the other crewmates without being discovered.
Among Us: Murder mystery game goes viral among teens
As new games are being released, the trend that is emerging is that ideas once used a coming back. The deathmatch style games are becoming one of the more reoccurring game styles.
Genre repeat: Battle royale gaming has ties to deathmatch style
Fallout 76 was released on November 14. So far fans prefer Fallout 4 as the new game has not gotten many good reviews.
Fallout 76: Truly terrible or unfinished masterpiece? (Review)
Overwatch League fans observe as the teams Philly Fusion and London Spitfire compete in the championships. There were many teams fighting throughout the eight month season, but only two made it this far.
Overwatch League posing a threat to modern sports
BRIGHT LIGHTS: The neon red sign of the Fillmore glows while a night of community forged in music comes together under its roof.
‘Still smiling and laughing’: The Front Bottoms concert instills a sense of togetherness (Review)
IRONIC INQUIRY: Album art by Elsie Cairns depicts a cat being crushed to death by an anvil, highlighting the irony in the question, Are you alright?
Cat Crushed: “Are You Alright?” (Review)
ON CLOUD 9: Taylor Swift is rereleasing her second album Fearless on April 9th.
Swift reliving an era through re-released albums
SMOKY SCENES: This album cover was designed to represent the highly polluted London area.
Covid Clear: “Your City Gave Me Asthma” (Review)
ONE BIG PLATE: The album cover for Bad Contestant shows Maltese looking very bored as he sits between a fighting older couple.
Blast from the past: Matt Maltese’s 2018 “Bad Contestant” resonates with 2020
PANDEMIC PLAYLIST: Enjoy a list of songs created for this year 2020 inspired by the pandemic. Many artists cannot perform live due to the virus, but that hasnt stopped them from making amazing music from home.
Can’t stop the music: the sounds of quarantine (Playlist)
BRACE FOR THE BOOM: Andrew Garfield brings playwright Jonathan Larson to life in the Netflix original film, Tick, Tick...BOOM! Larson is most famously known for his musical, Rent.
‘Tick, Tick’……tick, tick……boom? (Review)
PERFECTLY POISED: Tom Holland prepares to strike into action in the latest release in the Spider-Man universe, Spider-Man: No Way Home. Released on Friday Dec 17, the movie offers numerous moments of storyline contentment as Marvel nods to the franchises longtime fans.
Who is Peter Parker? ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ (Review)
SLAUGHTER STANCE: The Marvel Comics super villain Carnage makes his live action debut. The fan favorite archenemy to Venom and Spiderman has had dozens of comic and cartoon appearances, but now gets to unleash Carnage on the big screen.
‘Let There Be’ more time: ‘Venom 2’ poisons itself with rushed storytelling (Review)
THE GIRLS OF MOXIE ARE OVER IT! A new Netflix original movie starring Vivian (Hadley Robinson) as she creates her own zines to spread in the girls bathrooms to combat sexism in her high school.
‘Moxie’: #Fightthedoublestandard (Review)
SING ALONG: With the shutdown of theaters, including Broadway, movie musicals have been a popular replacement for those craving a little song and dance on stage. Which movie musicals are your favorites? Share with us in the comments below.
Singing from your sofa: movie musicals to enjoy at home
A Monster comes walking to help a boy speak his truth. Letting go is not the same as giving up. Actor Felicity Jones in A Monster Calls (2016)
‘A Monster Calls’: Letting go doesn’t mean giving up (Review)
LIFE AT THE BEACH: The inside of Playa Bowls is decorated to resemble aspects of a tropical beach paradise, playa literally means beach in Spanish. The old Wardeckers location was renovated to fit the new restaurants style.
Fresh fruit: Carlisle welcomes Playa Bowls to town
Mt. Fuji has a variety of food to please all people including vegetarian and vegan options. This Asian restaurant was has been a long time established restaurant but has recently been gaining a lot of popularity.
Mt. Fuji: Sampling the overlooked gem of North Hanover Street
Red Robin Garlic Herbed Fries
Got fries? Local twists on the American classic
The picture is of Georges Pizza place. Its the oldest pizza shop in Carlisle.
A Slice of Carlisle: George’s Pizza and Subs (Review)
There are many smoothie options at The Juice Factory. This shop is new to downtown Carlisle.
New smoothie shop comes to Carlisle (Review)
The mocha latte was sweet and the baristas use the milk foam to create a pretty design that unfortunately dissolves too soon
A new brew in town: Denim Coffee (Review)
Calmharm, Youper, and Headspace are three apps that can help to improve your day to day life and mental health awareness.
Heading off stress: Anxiety and relaxation apps (Review)
As new games are being released, the trend that is emerging is that ideas once used a coming back. The deathmatch style games are becoming one of the more reoccurring game styles.
Genre repeat: Battle royale gaming has ties to deathmatch style
T-series (left) and PewDiePie (right) have been locked in a battle for the most subscribers for several months. Many fans of YouTube are scared that PewDiePie losing his crown will officially mark when YouTube lost its identity.
PewDiePie vs T-Series: The war for YouTube’s identity (Editorial)
While phones can be a helpful resource, they have also become an addiction. However, there are apps available to help limit and regulate how much time we are spending on are phones.
Blocking the temptation: Apps to help limit phone usage
Vines co-founder has been working hard to create a new app similar to Vine, called Byte. Byte is expected to be released in the early spring of 2019.
Byte: Will this be the return of Vine?
Fallout 76 was released on November 14. So far fans prefer Fallout 4 as the new game has not gotten many good reviews.
Fallout 76: Truly terrible or unfinished masterpiece? (Review)
DREAM ON: These are various interpretations of what the word dream means/stands for, broken down letter by letter from 2021s Martins Mission, which was virtual due to COVID. Martins Mission is just one of a few upcoming events hosted by the YWCA to better the local community.
YWCA provides community resources and education through upcoming events
LEAVING THE HERD: CASD Superintendent Christina Spielbauer will be leaving for a new position with New Story Schools and River Rock Academy. Her position will be filled temporarily by acting superintendent Patricia Sanker, formerly of South Middleton School District.
Making an impact: Looking back on Spielbauer’s career at CASD
GAME ON: CHS senior Aiden Moyer readies up for another game at the esports area in L127. New to CHS this year, the esports team hopes to expand in numbers and opportunities in future years.
Electronic inclusion: CHS offers involvement opportunities with new esports team
KEEP IT LOCAL: While in downtown Carlisle look out for local businesses with new and some returning seasonal items during this holiday shopping season in order to support the Carlisle business community.
After black comes green: Small Business Saturday provides opportunities for local businesses
COMING TOGETHER: This photo was taken at a memorial screening event, through The Peyton Walker Foundation, in memory of JT Kuhn on October 16. They had offered heart screenings which included a heart murmur check, blood pressure reading, and EKG through an on-site UPMC cardiologist.
The Beat Goes On: The Peyton Walker Foundation offers free screenings
SHOW YOUR SPIRIT: On Wednesday. many students participated in Hippie vs. Hunter vs. Hollywood day.
Rewrite the stars: Homecoming Spirit Week 2021
Today, March 14th, is the National School Walkout. Please read on to learn the rules and expectations for those participating in todays event.
Have you Herd? National Walkout/Commemorative Ceremony information
Protesters against the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline block a highway in near Cannon Ball, N.D., on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016. Law enforcement officials have asked people protesting the Dakota Access oil pipeline to vacate an encampment on private land, and the protesters said no. Protesters are trying to halt construction of the pipeline they fear will harm cultural sites and drinking water for the Standing Rock Sioux. (AP Photo/James MacPherson)
What you need to know: Dakota Access Pipeline
Police fire teargas as protestors converge on downtown following Tuesdays police shooting of Keith Lamont Scott in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
What you need to know: North Carolina riots
Paul Harrison, center, carries a counter-protest sign at the Stanford University graduation exercises, Sunday, June 12, 2016, at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. Womens advocacy organizations are urging a California agency to take action against the judge who sentenced a former Stanford University swimmer to six months in jail for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman. Harrison argued that the assault was not indicative of a rape culture at the university, and unfairly blamed the school for the attack by a man who just happened to be one of their students.(AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
What you need to know: Brock Turner
Wingin it!, one of many groups at CHS, held their 10th anniversary performance back in December.
Have you “Herd”? CHS Organization Update
Freshman Olayah Safouan and her friends try to assemble Legos together
STEM helps freshmen learn more about science & math (Photos)
LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD: Phase I of the Athletic Field Project includes putting in a synthetic turf field in the area of the current football practice field. The field is planned to be built by the 2022 Fall Sports Season. Sensenig said, They [my team] will no longer be affected by huge holes, divots or dirt patches in the grass- or the length of the grass affecting their ability to dribble with speed and control in order to successfully possess the ball.
Surface tension: District approves plan to build synthetic turf field
LIGHT LIFESTYLES: A normal meal for a wrestler cutting weight may look bare to a normal person. However, these athletes are getting all the proper nutrition they need while being in peak physical shape. A normal meal usually consists of fruit, and some type of protein with water to wash it down.
Losing pounds, gaining pride: the positives of cutting weight in wrestling (Editorial)
SUPPORT THE TEAM: Whether it be an alma mater, a hometown favorite, or a random love, many teenagers share a sports fandom with their family and friends. How do sports bring you together?
One jersey at a time: the power of sports to bring people together
FULL STEAM AHEAD: Senior Sejla Podzic dribbles the ball down the field passing a Red Land defender. Podzic was the top scorer for the team with 15 goals at the end of regular season play.
Leaving it all on the field: Carlisle girls soccer finishes season with 17-5 record, state tourney appearance
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS: Carlisle High Schools senior powderpuff team and cheerleaders pose for a photo. The team won both of their games on Tuesday, October 19.
Power plays: Seniors prevail in their last powderpuff game
GO FOR THE GOLD: Herd Wrestling is expanding this year with a girls team. Not limited to high school, participants range from K-12, in hopes of growing the sport at all levels.
Golden girls: CHS offers girls’ wrestling opportunities
HORSING AROUND: Kelsey Lesh escorts her son, Russell Lesh, as he rides Cs King Triton. It was at the 2021 Pennsylvania National Horse Show where the mother and son duo participated in the classic leadline class. Lesh said it was special to get to exhibit there with my son and a pony that means so much to me.
Herd after High School: Alumni update with ’12 grad Kelsey (Robinson) Lesh
BISON BOOKS: As the National English Honor Societys book drive winds down, donations continue to trickle in. CHS students had the opportunity to show their holiday spirit by donating to one of the many drives happening around the school.
The Gift of Giving: CHS students help the community one donation at a time
PIECE BY PIECE: Much like playing with LEGO bricks, the high school has been trying new schedule options to see what best fits the needs of Carlisle students and teachers. This years block schedule was voted the most popular option of the three schedules experienced, though most would like to see more changes in the future.
Building blocks: CHS works with schedule to find perfect fit
THE CRUNCH OF FALL: Autumn is here. Time to take advantage of some fun activities in South Central PA.
Pumpkin spice and everything nice: Fun fall activities
Air Jordan 1s are back! Ava Grippin, Heidi Heinlein, and Breonna Reiber show off their kicks in the above photo. Sneaker hype has always been a thing but this year the re-selling of Jordans market has skyrocketed.
Stylish Students: Trends of 2021 (Photos)
ALL DRESSED UP: CNA students prepare for required clinical hours at Claremont Nursing Home. Several students have gained a new respect for their jobs as they have been working through the pandemic.
Everything essential: Students work medical jobs to further a future career
Do you know what is inside these pages? Pick up your 2018 Oracle and find out now.
Get to know your 2017-18 Oracle (Contest)
Want a chance to win one of these holiday treat jars? Guess todays movie in the comment section below!
Countdown to Christmas: Movie Contest
Win your copy of Maddie & Taes debut album, Start Here today. Just fill out our form and the winner will be announced via Twitter.
Win Maddie & Tae’s debut album, “Start Here”
Check out this years submissions to the SCC Film Festival and vote for your favorites!
Vote for the 2015 Film Festival videos!
Win 2 Tickets to see All Time Low!
Win 2 Tickets to see All Time Low!
Win Rixtons debut album, Let The Road!
Win Rixton’s ‘Let The Road’!
Class of 2019 commences their lives as alumni (Photos)
Class of 2019 commences their lives as alumni (Photos)
This image will be a sea of green when the class of 2015 takes the field this June.
Graduation 2014 (Photos)
From the archives: 2014 graduates Amira Williams (left), Caitlin Dull, and Mallory Chaney perform Kiss Me by Sixpence None the Richer at the 2014 Renaissance show. Seniors interested in trying out for this years show should sign up in the McGowan office as soon as possible.
The last hurrah: Students to audition for Senior Renaissance
Renaissance 2014 (Photos/Video)
Renaissance 2014 (Photos/Video)
Senior Trip (Photos)
Senior Trip (Photos)
Dear seniors...
Dear seniors…
Hannah Hixson
Throwing it back to the 90s: CHS seniors as children (answers)
Brooks Robinson
#Throwback Seniors 2014
Dancing away in the Arabian night (Photos)
Dancing away in the Arabian night (Photos)
Hannah Getz
From diapers to diplomas: The class of 2015 in their younger years
Dancing away in the Arabian night (Photos)
Dancing away in the Arabian night (Photos)
Freshman Kirsten Bisconer
Kirsten Bisconer
Ollie Daniels
Humans of CHS: Ollie Daniels
Annie Chovanes
Humans of CHS: Annie Chovanes
Kirsten McMahon
Kirsten McMahon
Ella Shatz
Ella Shatz
Senior Summer Brown
Summer Brown
 “I’d say probably Bison Block because you can ask the teacher that youre with what you have to catch up on.” - Madison Shields, Freshman 
Herd in the Halls: What is the bright spot in your schedule or school day?
PLAYING THROUGH THE YEARS: A fan’s collection of Taylor Swift album CDs, including Taylor Swift, Fearless (Taylor’s Version), Speak Now, 1989, Reputation, Lover, folklore, and evermore, is one of the many ways they show their love for the singer.
Home is where the heart is: finding solace in Taylor Swift’s legacy (Editorial)
WELCOME HOME: The writer as a child waits in anticipation to see her dad, whos been deployed. Deployment can be a time of uncertainty but finally reuniting makes the wait worthwhile.
Moving with the military: A glimpse into the life of an Army brat (Editorial)
STUDIES IN SOLITUDE: Sophomore Jenna Coller’s virtual schooling setup for the 2020-21 school year. She and many other students transformed the confines of their bedrooms into a one student classroom through the lens of a laptop camera.
From one desk to another: Returning to the high school after a year of CVA (Editorial)
TO BAN OR NOT TO BAN: One of the six books to be discontinued, If I Ran the Zoo, is flying off the shelves in reaction.
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish… Racist? (Editorial)
CELEBRATE THROUGH CHANGE: While acknowledgements like International Womens Day and Womens History Day exist, more needs to be done to address violence against women.
Women’s History Month: shining a light on violence against women (Editorial)
 “I’d say probably Bison Block because you can ask the teacher that youre with what you have to catch up on.” - Madison Shields, Freshman 
Herd in the Halls: What is the bright spot in your schedule or school day?
LISTEN CLOSELY: The halls may appear empty, but as students adjust to returning in the new year they reflect on what they have learned in 2020. Many students shared their stories about how they powered through a tough year to focus on their personalities.
Herd in the Halls: What did you learn about yourself in 2020?
COVID Chaos: The current pandemic is changing the way the school system is being approached. Each student has different learning preferences which have been made more known now than ever due to the new schedules that have been created.
Covid chaos: How are students feeling about the schedule this year?
CHS students take on different topics affecting the school.
Herd in the Halls: Holidays Breaks
CHS students take on different topics affecting the school.
Herd in the Halls: boys vs girls sports
CHS students take on different topics affecting the school.
Herd in the Halls: standardized testing
LIGHT READING: Mazie, resident dog of the McGeehan family poses all ready to dive into one of Thoreaus classics. Mazie has certainly enjoyed having us here at home. She has taken to laying in the guest bed, right next to where my husband and I work/Zoom every day. She snuggles right in and keeps us company all day long. I don’t think she’ll know what to do when we finally return to work – whenever that may be! Mazie has always been good therapy for us. She’s a sweet dog who loves to be loved, and being able to pet her and love her always brings me a sense of calm and comfort, said McGeehan.
Teachers’ pets: Saving 2020 Zoom School (Photos)
Home of the Herd: Homecoming Edition
Home of the Herd: Homecoming Edition
AMBITION WITH A MISSION: Both Ruby Frazier (left) and Maya Reichenbach belong to the Sophomore Class Council, for the class of 2023, and are setting up for Homecoming Week. As the hallways are lined with banners and school pride, Frazier, Reichenbach, and many of their peers are hard at work ensuring there is school pride to admire around every corner.
Home of the Herd: Oct 19-23
NO MORE HERD IN THE HALLS: Renae Greak walks alone across the Swartz-Fowler bridge. With limited numbers of students at school simultaneously, hallway traffic has been kept to a minimum.
Home of the Herd: Oct 5-9
BUILDING BLOCKS: Construction student, Lucas Sandoval drills in that this is his path. Student enrollment has significantly increased, according to department head, Dr. Albert Parrillo.
Home of the Herd: Sept 28-Oct 2
Home of the Herd
Home of the Herd
Congratulations to our graduating seniors!
Congratulations Seniors! (Video)
Many Halloween favorites were recently given a taste make-over. The question is: do these versions match up to the classics?
Classic vs. Halloween Candy (Video)
With the upcoming release of Avengers: Endgame, CHSPeriscope wanted to test the knowledge of their fellow movie enthusiasts about the popular film series while also making predictions about the films key moments.
Let the ‘Game’ begin: Students make predictions about final ‘Avengers’ film (Video)
Everyone looks forward to the arrival of Girl Scout cookies. Savannah Smiles, S’mores, Do-Si-Dos, and Toffee Tastics are some of the lesser-known cookies available. Check out our video to see how CHS students react to these flavors.
Scouting for new flavors: Students try lesser-known Girl Scout cookies (Video)
Freshman year can provide a lot of challenges. CHS offers programs like Herd 100 (pictured here) and helpful advice from current students and counselors to make freshman year a success.
Joining the Herd: advice for incoming freshmen (Video)
Each Shakespeare production includes a great deal of planning and work behind the scenes. Check out our video for more glimpses into the action behind the scenes.
Behind the scenes: Students prepare for Shakespeare spring production (Video)
LIGHT READING: Mazie, resident dog of the McGeehan family poses all ready to dive into one of Thoreaus classics. Mazie has certainly enjoyed having us here at home. She has taken to laying in the guest bed, right next to where my husband and I work/Zoom every day. She snuggles right in and keeps us company all day long. I don’t think she’ll know what to do when we finally return to work – whenever that may be! Mazie has always been good therapy for us. She’s a sweet dog who loves to be loved, and being able to pet her and love her always brings me a sense of calm and comfort, said McGeehan.
Teachers’ pets: Saving 2020 Zoom School (Photos)
Home of the Herd: Homecoming Edition
Home of the Herd: Homecoming Edition
AMBITION WITH A MISSION: Both Ruby Frazier (left) and Maya Reichenbach belong to the Sophomore Class Council, for the class of 2023, and are setting up for Homecoming Week. As the hallways are lined with banners and school pride, Frazier, Reichenbach, and many of their peers are hard at work ensuring there is school pride to admire around every corner.
Home of the Herd: Oct 19-23
NO MORE HERD IN THE HALLS: Renae Greak walks alone across the Swartz-Fowler bridge. With limited numbers of students at school simultaneously, hallway traffic has been kept to a minimum.
Home of the Herd: Oct 5-9
BUILDING BLOCKS: Construction student, Lucas Sandoval drills in that this is his path. Student enrollment has significantly increased, according to department head, Dr. Albert Parrillo.
Home of the Herd: Sept 28-Oct 2
Home of the Herd
Home of the Herd
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LEAVING THE HERD: CASD Superintendent Christina Spielbauer will be leaving for a new position with New Story Schools and River Rock Academy. Her position will be filled temporarily by acting superintendent Patricia Sanker, formerly of South Middleton School District.
Making an impact: Looking back on Spielbauer's career at CASD
Grace Pak, Guest Writer • December 22, 2021
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GAME ON: CHS senior Aiden Moyer readies up for another game at the esports area in L127. New to CHS this year, the esports team hopes to expand in numbers and opportunities in future years.
Electronic inclusion: CHS offers involvement opportunities with new esports team
Jarrett Wilson, Editor-in-chief • November 19, 2021
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KEEP IT LOCAL: While in downtown Carlisle look out for local businesses with new and some returning seasonal items during this holiday shopping season in order to support the Carlisle business community.
After black comes green: Small Business Saturday provides opportunities for local businesses
Jillian Grimes, News Editor • November 16, 2021
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Student Life
HORSING AROUND: Kelsey Lesh escorts her son, Russell Lesh, as he rides Cs King Triton. It was at the 2021 Pennsylvania National Horse Show where the mother and son duo participated in the classic leadline class. Lesh said it was special to get to exhibit there with my son and a pony that means so much to me.
Herd after High School: Alumni update with '12 grad Kelsey (Robinson) Lesh
Camera Bailey, Student Life Editor • December 21, 2021
BISON BOOKS: As the National English Honor Societys book drive winds down, donations continue to trickle in. CHS students had the opportunity to show their holiday spirit by donating to one of the many drives happening around the school.
The Gift of Giving: CHS students help the community one donation at a time
December 17, 2021
PIECE BY PIECE: Much like playing with LEGO bricks, the high school has been trying new schedule options to see what best fits the needs of Carlisle students and teachers. This years block schedule was voted the most popular option of the three schedules experienced, though most would like to see more changes in the future.
Building blocks: CHS works with schedule to find perfect fit
November 23, 2021
THE CRUNCH OF FALL: Autumn is here. Time to take advantage of some fun activities in South Central PA.
Pumpkin spice and everything nice: Fun fall activities
October 22, 2021
A&E
PERFECTLY POISED: Tom Holland prepares to strike into action in the latest release in the Spider-Man universe, Spider-Man: No Way Home. Released on Friday Dec 17, the movie offers numerous moments of storyline contentment as Marvel nods to the franchises longtime fans.
Who is Peter Parker? 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' (Review)
Jenna Coller, Perspectives Editor • December 20, 2021
ALL EYES ON ME: Sophomore Sophie Akujobi (bottom center) gives directions to the cast of Titus Andronica (left to right: Sharon Kolubah, Lex Boyd, Aiden Wilt, Jacob Haney, Aedan Shevlin, Felonica Kirkham) during an afternoon rehearsal onstage in the Swartz Auditorium. “I cried at the end because it all went together so well,” Akujobi said, “and after the show I found each and every one of them and gave them a hug and told them how proud I was!”
'All the world's a stage': Behind the scenes at the 2021 Shakespeare Troupe Fall Fest (Photos)
December 17, 2021
FEEL THE LUV: C-Luv Thrift, located at 20 N. Hanover Street, is known for their fun finds and love of all things Carlisle-related. They are also involved in several service projects geared towards helping the greater Carlisle community.
Share the 'Luv': Small business owners give back to the community
November 20, 2021
BRIGHT LIGHTS: The neon red sign of the Fillmore glows while a night of community forged in music comes together under its roof.
'Still smiling and laughing': The Front Bottoms concert instills a sense of togetherness (Review)
November 15, 2021
Sports
SUPPORT THE TEAM: Whether it be an alma mater, a hometown favorite, or a random love, many teenagers share a sports fandom with their family and friends. How do sports bring you together?
One jersey at a time: the power of sports to bring people together
Emma McShea, Staff Writer • December 21, 2021
FULL STEAM AHEAD: Senior Sejla Podzic dribbles the ball down the field passing a Red Land defender. Podzic was the top scorer for the team with 15 goals at the end of regular season play.
Leaving it all on the field: Carlisle girls soccer finishes season with 17-5 record, state tourney appearance
November 19, 2021
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS: Carlisle High Schools senior powderpuff team and cheerleaders pose for a photo. The team won both of their games on Tuesday, October 19.
Power plays: Seniors prevail in their last powderpuff game
October 24, 2021
GO FOR THE GOLD: Herd Wrestling is expanding this year with a girls team. Not limited to high school, participants range from K-12, in hopes of growing the sport at all levels.
Golden girls: CHS offers girls' wrestling opportunities
September 21, 2021
Perspectives
 “I’d say probably Bison Block because you can ask the teacher that youre with what you have to catch up on.” - Madison Shields, Freshman 
Herd in the Halls: What is the bright spot in your schedule or school day?
Aniah Filteau, Staff Writer • January 3, 2022
PLAYING THROUGH THE YEARS: A fan’s collection of Taylor Swift album CDs, including Taylor Swift, Fearless (Taylor’s Version), Speak Now, 1989, Reputation, Lover, folklore, and evermore, is one of the many ways they show their love for the singer.
Home is where the heart is: finding solace in Taylor Swift’s legacy (Editorial)
November 22, 2021
WELCOME HOME: The writer as a child waits in anticipation to see her dad, whos been deployed. Deployment can be a time of uncertainty but finally reuniting makes the wait worthwhile.
Moving with the military: A glimpse into the life of an Army brat (Editorial)
November 21, 2021
STUDIES IN SOLITUDE: Sophomore Jenna Coller’s virtual schooling setup for the 2020-21 school year. She and many other students transformed the confines of their bedrooms into a one student classroom through the lens of a laptop camera.
From one desk to another: Returning to the high school after a year of CVA (Editorial)
October 25, 2021
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LEAVING THE HERD: CASD Superintendent Christina Spielbauer will be leaving for a new position with New Story Schools and River Rock Academy. Her position will be filled temporarily by acting superintendent Patricia Sanker, formerly of South Middleton School District.

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