Sudden change: What happened to anti-shooting activism? (Editorial)
Zack Mattaboni, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
Filed under Perspectives
Many people think back to the gun limitation movements of early 2018, with some of the biggest being the national walkouts and marches that occurred. That begs one big question for the past few months: What happened to this activism? There seems to be differing reasons as to why it disappeared. Le...
Tech Support: Help or Hindrance? (Editorial)
Parker Shabala, Staff Writer
November 8, 2018
Filed under Perspectives
When many students think of technology at school, the first thing that comes to mind is the constant issues with laptops. From class games of Kahoot to typing essays, school laptops are a necessity for both teachers and students, thus causing trouble when a computer goes awry. A major problem with ...
Trying to do it all (Editorials)
October 17, 2018
Filed under Perspectives, Showcase
Teenagers frequently find themselves in a bind: how can we get everything done in the time we have available while also participating in sports, extracurricular activities, jobs, and finding time for family and friends? Check out our two editorials about finding the balance in teenage life.
Opening doors to the future: Electives help determine careers (Editorial)
Heidi Heinlein, Perspectives Editor
October 17, 2018
Filed under Perspectives
High school is not like what you might think after watching High School Musical as a kid. Many students might find school to very stressful and hard. The only thing that keeps them going is knowing that what they will be learning will affect their future career and living. Elective courses are ...
Herd in the Halls: standardized testing
Carlin Diehl, Staff Writer
September 24, 2018
Filed under Herd in the Halls, Perspectives
"What is your opinion on standardized testing?" Kaycee Johnson "Standardized testing is helpful and can give the school an idea of how we are doing in our classes, but some students find it difficult." - Amiya Johnson, Freshman Kaycee Johnson "It is really not that bad, but I would prefer not to take them. They can get bor...
Herd in the Halls: the transition from paper to digital
Carlin Diehl, Staff Writer
September 17, 2018
Filed under Herd in the Halls, Perspectives, Showcase
“How do you feel about Carlisle High School transitioning from paper to digital assignments?” “I think it’s a good thing we are saving paper, but sometimes the technology doesn’t really cooperate.” -Lola Gehman, Freshman “I think it’s good, we’re helping our environmen...
Participation grades: punishment for introverts? (Editorial)
Heidi Heinlein, Perspectives Writer
May 29, 2018
Filed under Perspectives
The point of participation grades is to give students credit for actively working in class, but it is often measured in how many times you answer questions aloud. It would seem then that sharing your thoughts determines if you are paying attention. This may not be a problem for some, but you ...
Two-faced: What happened when we didn’t wear makeup for a day (Editorial)
Reese Daugherty and Josetta Checkett
May 24, 2018
Filed under Perspectives
From a young age, women are conditioned to care about their appearance above all other things. Too many makeup tutorials and tips are drummed into our brains to keep track of, and as trends evolve it gets more and more difficult to keep up. After being sick of pouring money, time, and concentration into ...
Just a word, or so much more? (Editorial)
Heidi Heinlein, Perspectives Writer
April 19, 2018
Filed under Perspectives
During our childhood, we hear about the 'forbidden' words. These words may include phrases like "shut up" or "crap," but they are all words we are not allowed to say. Over the years, these prohibited words have grown more and more common, and people have grown more and more used to it. When walking the halls or...
Is protesting effective? (Editorial)
Josetta Checkett, Perspectives Writer
April 12, 2018
Filed under Perspectives, Showcase
On March 11, a crowd of protestors met on the Carlisle Courthouse steps. On March 14, students all over the country walked out of their schools armed with signs and solidarity. On March 24, thousands of Americans went to D.C., determined, devoted, and done with being pushed aside. The examples above re...
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Staff Writer
Carlin Diehl is currently a 9th-grade student at Carlisle High School. She is a first-year staff writer and Periscope student. She spends her free time reading and traveling with her family. She loves food...