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Emily Nankee returns the ball in a game of Pickle ball in Physical Education.  Physical Education is an important class for all students in high school, regardless of gender.

Gym class heros: Is there a gender gap in P.E.? (Editorial)

Carlin Diehl, Staff Writer December 10, 2018

There has always been a stigma surrounding female participation in gym classes and co-ed physical activities. Females have received a reputation of not trying to the best of their capabilities in PE, when...

Howie Rankine dribbles the ball down the court against Big Spring on Dec 7.

Winter Sports Scores

Meg Tate, Sports Editor December 10, 2018

Boys Basketball: 12/07/18 Carlisle - 58 vs. Big Spring - 41 12/08/18 Carlisle - 48 vs. Hempfield - 55 12/11/18 Carlisle - 51 vs. Altoona - 41 12/13/18 Carlisle - 62 vs. Central Dauphin - 63 12/17/18...

Caleb Richwine prepares to punt the ball at footbal practice.  Richwine raised money throughout the past two seasons for kids with cancer.

Kicking cancer: Richwine raises money for kids

Meg Tate, Sports Editor November 15, 2018

Football is not always just about wins and losses. For one team member, this season was all about making a difference in the lives of children. Senior Caleb Richwine has been kicking for the varsity...

A photo taken from the football practice field looking towards the field hockey field, located next to the CHS stadium.  The CHS field hockey team is one of the most impacted teams by the turf situation.

Time for turf? CHS considers getting a new field for athletics

Ellie Knapp, Staff Writer November 15, 2018

Soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey are three sports vital to the athletic life of CHS, with more than 135 students involved in the sports combined.  These sports share grass playing fields, a rarity...

Jess Morrow swings her racket during a tennis match. She played doubles #2 for the varsity tennis team.

November Athlete of the Month: Jessalyn Morrow

Shayna Rhoads, Staff Writer November 15, 2018

November’s athlete of the month is Jessalyn Morrow. A junior, Morrow was a huge part of the tennis team’s success this year. Morrow’s position is double two on the varsity team. She’s been playing...

Seniors Liz Weis, Meg Lebo, Isaiah Bell, and Jack Wisner signed to play their respective sports at their future colleges on Nov 14.

Early College Signing 2018 (photo)

Periscope staff November 14, 2018

Check out this year's seniors that signed with their future colleges on Nov 14, 2018. Congratulations! NAME UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE SPORT Isaiah Bell University of Delaware Swimming Megan...

Coach Sullenberger stands at the podium ready to begin the pre-season meeting.  Sullenberger is the newly appointed coach for the upcoming 2019 spring season.

Softball welcomes new coach in meeting

Summer Hollingsworth, Staff Writer October 17, 2018

UPDATE: As reported by The Carlisle Sentinel on Jan 12, Joe Sullenberger has been placed on immediate leave "due to an investigation unrelated to his employment."   On Wednesday, Sept 26, a meeting...

Senior Strider Jacobson places his ball down for a putt.  Jacobson was one of the top performers for the golf team this year.  He qualified for the Mid-Penn Championship tournament, where he placed 62nd out of 92 golfers.

CHS golf swings through the season

Meg Tate, Sports Editor October 9, 2018

The Carlisle High School golf team has not usually been a well-known team at CHS, but this season's success makes the future seem bright.  This year the team has developed returners and newcomers into...

Senior Destinee Foust is our featured Athlete of the Month for October.

October Athlete of the Month: Destinee Foust

Kaitlyn Peck, Staff Writer October 5, 2018

Destinee Foust is currently a senior on the varsity cheerleading squad. She has been a strong supporter for the Carlisle Herd Football team over her three years.  The cheerleading squad supports many...

Jacob Owen is our September Athlete of the Month.

September Athlete of the Month: Jacob Owen

Carter Smith, Staff Writer September 27, 2018

This month’s CHS athlete of the month is Jacob Owen. While he is only a freshman, Owen is proving to play a big part in the success of the boys cross country team. Owen has started for several varsity...

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