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The student news site of Carlisle High School

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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...

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Kaitlyn Peck, Staff Writer November 30, 2018

"I enjoy taking part in engineering because it allows me to communicate with peers and expands my knowledge of how things work by learning with my hands."

The Student Helpdesk is located at room VO2. The Helpdesk serves both students and teachers.

Tech Support: Help or Hindrance? (Editorial)

Parker Shabala, staff writer November 8, 2018

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...

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...

Looking for a change of scenery?  Check out downtown Hershey, PA.

Traveling teens: a trip to Chocolate Town

Ellie Knapp, Staff Writer October 4, 2018

Chocolate, cows, and roller coasters might be the first things that come to mind when you hear Hershey, PA, but these things only hide the real gems in the town of The Sweestest Place on Earth. Founded...

Participation grades may seem like an easy way to give students point. However, for many students, this hurts them more than it helps.

Participation grades: punishment for introverts? (Editorial)

Heidi Heinlein, Perspectives Editor May 29, 2018

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...

The McGowan gym trophy cases have been emptied due to the renovations.  The new gym is set to open in fall of 2018.

Under construction: McGowan gym gets renovated

Cayla Abbey, Sports Writer May 15, 2018

The last time Carlisle High School had a renovation was the Swartz weight room.  However, the renovations are coming to the McGowan building this year. CHS is renovating its Gene Evans Gymnasium.  School...

Behind the scenes: Students prepare for Shakespeare spring production (Video)

Claire Neiberg, Student Life writer April 9, 2018

Merry Wives of Windsor Swartz Auditorium April 19-21 7:30 pm Free, donations accepted     [analytics-counter]

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