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The student news site of Carlisle High School

Periscope

The student news site of Carlisle High School

Periscope

When relying on books alone is not enough to prepare for the SATs, students can seek out help through Central PA Test Prep, a local business run by Carlisle teachers.

Prep program at CHS prepares students for getting into college

Scott Bowser, News writer February 8, 2016

In many ways, students applying to college are just a number. According to NPR, “standardized tests remain a central part in determining which students get accepted at many schools.” As a result,...

This year, Winter Ball will be held at Comfort Suites in downtown Carlisle.

Winter Ball moves to new location, adding convenience and excitement

Scott Bowser, News writer February 2, 2016

On February 6 at 7 p.m., Winter Ball will be held at the Comfort Suites Hotel. This venue, used in the past, offers dance-goers a parking garage and an area to wait inside before the dance begins. Matt...

The Cinderella Shop offers an incredible amount of dresses and shoes to CHS students.

Say Yes to The (Free) Dress: Cinderella Shop open for Winter Ball

Jackson Hoch, News Editor February 1, 2016

The Cinderella Shop, located at the Swartz Counseling Center at Carlisle High School, offers free dresses and accessories to any CHS student for Homecoming, Prom, and currently Winter Ball. The Cinderella...

James Lafferty from One Tree Hill portrays Jimmy Adams along side actor Danny Glover in Waffle Street.

A sweet experience meant to be savored: ‘Waffle Street,’ A Financier’s Story of Rehabilitation

Jackson Hoch, News Editor January 28, 2016

Waffle Street is an adaptation of a memoir, Waffle Street: The Confession And Rehabilitation Of A Financier by James Adams, a Mechanicsburg native. The story follows his layoff from a hedge fund during...

Cars were barely visible under the 28+ inches of snow.

It’s a Wintery Day in the Neighborhood! (photos)

Rowan Young, Editor-in-Chief January 25, 2016

If you have any great shots from this weekend's storm and/or clean out, share them with us! Email them to [email protected] or Tweet them to us @CHSPeriscope.

Wingin it!, one of many groups at CHS, held their 10th anniversary performance back in December.

Have you “Herd”? CHS Organization Update

Scott Bowser, News writer January 24, 2016

CHS offers numerous organizations that allow students to pursue their interests and common goals. Specifically, groups such as the National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Wingin’ it! and Oracle...

This inspirational poster is hanging on a wall near the Swartz cafeteria.

School spirit? We’ve got it! (Photos)

Kaitlyn Hankard, News Writer/Photographer January 22, 2016

Displayed in the photos are ways that Carlisle High School shows its school spirit.

During an ACT seminar held on Thur 1/7, CHS alums often mentioned that college is about how much work one chooses to put into school.  Pictured (from left to right): Yunjin Yang, Kyle Wise, David Erfle, and Ryan Doody.

How College ACTually Is: CHS alumni share experiences in seminar

Scott Bowser, News writer January 10, 2016

Last Thursday, January 6, CHS welcomed back alumni Madeline Winn, Karina Ciocca, Yujin Yang, Kyle Wise, David Erfle, Ryan Doody and Jacob Milligan to share their experiences as college freshmen. In...

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