Entrance Exam Pre-Registration Now Open

The Carmel Catholic High School entrance examination is offered to current 8th graders (2020-21 school year) who have not tested at any other Catholic high school within the Archdiocese of Chicago. Prospective students will complete the High School Placement Test (HSPT), the results of which will be used for admission to Carmel; initial course placement in math, science, and English; and merit scholarship consideration. The entrance exam will take place on Saturday, December 5 beginning at 8 am and will be held online. There is a $25 testing fee.

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Carmel Catholic Reopening Plan

Carmel Catholic High School is open for in-person instruction. Our priority is to open our school safely for all who come. With much planning and consideration of all guidelines, we want to share our reopening plan.

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Entrance Exam Pre-Registration Now Open

Fine Arts Presents Fall Choral Sampler

The Carmel Catholic Fine Arts Department presents the Fall Choral Sampler, featuring the Parkway Singers – "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" and Cadence – "Beautiful City."

Carmel Hires Director of 2050 Program/Multi-Cultural Center

Carmel Catholic welcomes Mrs. Andrea Fitzpatrick as the new Director of the 2050 Program/Multi-Cultural Center. Mrs. Fitzpatrick will be responsible for the mentorship and oversight of a newly-established student support system –– the 2050 Program –– specifically designed for underrepresented, low-income, and first-generation students, along with the school's new Multi-Cultural Center.

Collegiate-Level Fitness Center Unveiled

Carmel Catholic High School has officially unveiled its newly-built, $1 million fitness center that will serve a dual purpose: ensure that student-athletes have the best equipment and strength training available while providing all students with a fitness center worthy of a college campus.

Professional Counseling Services Available for Students

Professional counseling services are available to Carmel Catholic students through our relationship with Youth & Family Counseling of Libertyville. YFC strives to make its services affordable for families from all walks of life and has partnered with Carmel Catholic to make sure that no student is denied care based on ability to pay.

New Cardinal is Former CCHS Teacher

On October 25, Pope Francis named 13 new cardinals, including Washington D.C. Archbishop Wilton Gregory — the first Black U.S. prelate. Archbishop Gregory taught at Carmel when he was a seminarian in the early 70s. The prayers of the Carmel Catholic community are with you, Cardinal Gregory!

Maddie Zitella '22 Spearheads 'Dance it Out' Community Outreach Program

Maddie Zitella is passing her love of dance along to elementary school children. Maddie, with the help of fellow Carmel dance students, is teaching basic fundamentals of dance and creative movement, including proper stretching, all culminating in a simple dance combination.

Street Scenes Ad Drive Underway

We are thrilled to launch the 47th Annual Ad Drive, including new and exciting advertising opportunities along with changes to our Carmel Ad Book, a comprehensive listing of businesses that support our school. During this COVID-19 crisis, proceeds from the Ad Drive and Street Scenes event will assist families by keeping tuition as low as possible.

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Our School At A Glance

Carmel Catholic Community Our welcoming and inclusive community spans nearly six decades and is made up of 1,150 students and more than 16,000 alumni.
College Preparatory We offer a robust curriculum that prepares students to excel in college. Our College and Career Resource Center provides families with countless resources.
Mission and Values Above All Building a sense of purpose in our students is at the heart of Carmel Catholic. Our faculty and staff empower students to become servant leaders.
Embracing Our Catholic Identity We offer daily opportunities for prayer and reflection. Students share their talents with the community through our Christian Service Program.
Four-Time Blue Ribbon Winner We are one of less than 10 schools nationwide to receive the prestigious Blue Ribbon School Award from the U.S. Department of Education four times.
Students Are Involved The student experience is enhanced by countless activities both inside and outside the classroom, including fine arts, athletics, fundraisers and social events.