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The United States is home to the worlds largest prison population of 2.2 million inmates.

United States: Land of the Free? (Editorial)

Scott Bowser, News writer October 22, 2015

The United States, the land of the free, is home to the world’s largest prison population of roughly 2.2 million, according to the U.S. Bureau of Justice. This situation needs to change. Although...

How do you feel about pep rallies?

Pep Rallies: a disputed idea (Editorial)

Sheyenne Hart, Perspectives Editor October 9, 2015

I have two words: pep rallies. Some people cringe at the idea of them, some freak out and get excited. All in all they draw strong feelings, good or bad. Personally I like them. They have a good vibe...

With many students trying to balance the different aspects in their lives, it can be hard to sort out what their priorities should be.

Teachers vs. Students: What should students prioritize the most?

Kenny Brenizer, Perspectives Editor October 9, 2015

Students often have trouble figuring out what to prioritize to get the most out of everything going on in their high school years. Teachers and students don't always agree on what those priorities should...

It is a commonly argued topic on whether or not vibrant hair colors are a distraction in the classroom.

Is Brightly Colored Hair Distracting? (Editorial)

Kenny Brenizer, Perspectives Editor October 1, 2015

Some schools see brightly dyed hair as distracting, but CHS teachers don’t think so. All asked teachers stated they didn’t think it was a distraction; most even had a positive view on students dying...

The option of combined gyms took students by surprise this year,  but will the new proposed system go into place?

Chaotic Combination (Editorial)

Sheyenne Hart, Perspectives Editor September 23, 2015

Recently our school has brought up the possibility of combining two grade levels into the same gym class but is this really a good idea? Honestly, looking at the possible combination of the separate...

Compared to lunch 1 or 3, lunch 2 is very overcrowded.

Is Lunch 2 Too Crowded? (Editorial)

Kenny Brenizer, Perspectives Editor September 22, 2015

Anyone with eyes can see that Lunch 2 is packed with more students than the rest. Administration knows and yet nothing has been done to solve the problem. Lunch 1 has 415 students, and lunch 3 only...

Backing up into a parking spot instead of parking in can often times help avoid car accidents when leaving the school.

CHS parking lots need better surveillance (Editorial)

Hannah Westbrook, Photographer, Advice Column September 22, 2015

Although Carlisle High School administration tries its best to regulate school parking lots, there are some things out of the authorities’ control. Having reckless, distracted, and hurrying drivers is...

If a student is true to themselves, will they be rejected by colleges?  Check out our face-off and decide for yourself.

Is it enough to be yourself? (Face-Off)

Sarah Payne and Lauren Pantleo April 30, 2015

With the May 1 college deadline soon approaching, many CHS students are feeling pressured to get accepted into their dream college. Could they have done more during their high school career? Should they...

A street like this one in Monschau, Germany can really demonstrate just how different life can look when living overseas.

Moving overseas: students share their concerns before leaving the U.S.

Lauren Pantleo, Perspectives writer March 29, 2015

Many families, especially those in the military, move year to year; however the move is typically stateside. In fact, according to The Future Children.org, “[Only] 5 percent [of the active forces] were...

Stand tall and believe in yourself.

Confidence is key (Editorial)

Terrell Brown, Sports Editor March 24, 2015

Self confidence is sometimes thought of as cockiness. But, that isn’t what it is. It is being comfortable with yourself and knowing you can accomplish things. I feel people should be happy with themselves...

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