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TIME FOR A BREATHER: Layton Schmick chats with coach Jake Wilson after one of his rounds at the PIAA state wrestling championships (March 11-12).  Schmick recorded 32 pins this season, beating the Carlisle record for most pins in a season (25) set by Ian Shannon in 2013.

Hungry for more: Schmick goes 2-2 at state wrestling championships

Jarrett Wilson, Editor-in-chief March 14, 2022

Junior Layton Schmick finished off a historic wrestling season late Friday night in the GIANT Center, where he finished his PIAA state championship run with a 2-2 record on the weekend, losing to both...

MASTER SHEFFE: Ashley and her sister Emily (not pictured) perform at the Winter Coffeehouse in March 2022. Ashley credits her family for inspiring her music career.

Storytelling through song: Ashley Sheffe (Profile)

Jenna Coller, Editor-in-Chief March 10, 2022

Ashley Sheffe is a junior at Carlisle High School, best known for her performances in CHS's musical productions, Coffeehouse, and most recently, the Carlisle Theatre Student Showcase. Talented at songwriting,...

PINPOINT PRECISION: As a high school wrestling referee, Carlisle High School Alumni Nathan Towery gets up close and personal. After volunteering to help make wrestling a sanctioned sport in Mississippi, Towery was offered the opportunity to continue this passion.

Herd after High School: Alumni update with ’12 grad Nathan Towery

Camera Bailey, Student Life Editor March 4, 2022

In this new recurring series, we will be interviewing alumni to learn more about what they’ve been doing since graduating from CHS. If you are interested in being interviewed, please complete the form...

Ian Hill: Unafraid (Video)

Negin Fahim from Herd TV, Reporter January 24, 2022

This video was originally broadcast on Herd TV on January 19, 2022. [TRANSCRIPT] Being in high school is hard. The stress of fitting in, peer pressure, self-image—they can make us all wear masks,...

Diamond in the Rough: ‘MLB The Show’ superstar Jack Kriner (Video)

Jarrett Wilson, Editor-in-chief January 24, 2022

This feature originally appeared on Herd TV on January 18, 2022. [TRANSCRIPT] In a school full of endless possibilities, one student is becoming a superstar in a very unique way.  “I'm sure...

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

In this new recurring series, we will be interviewing alumni to learn more about what they've been doing since graduating from CHS. If you are interested in being interviewed, please complete the form...

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

Camera Bailey, Student Life Editor December 17, 2021

The holiday season is a time for giving and Carlisle High School is no stranger to it. While some may provide gifts to those closest to them, like friends and family, many use this time to contribute to...

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

Rylie Workman, Staff Writer November 23, 2021

The classes of 2020 through 2025 have had very different experiences in high school. These perspectives were shaped by a pandemic and its implications. One of the main changes in the daily lives of students...

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

Camera Bailey, Student Life Editor October 22, 2021

Leaves changing, pumpkin spice everywhere, enjoying the feeling of the frosty air--these are the surefire signs that fall has arrived in South Central PA. There is an array of activities that take place...

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)

Heidi Heinlein, Perspectives Editor March 31, 2021

  Clothing and other appearance-changing looks work together to allow individuals to express themselves. The connection between fashion and expression has been apparent since the past, but...

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