Open House on November 3 to Showcase Carmel Catholic's Unique Academic Experience

Prospective students and their families are encouraged to attend our Open House on Sunday, November 3 from noon–3 pm to learn more about our school community. Discover Carmel Catholic's unique high school experience, including programs that support academic, social and spiritual growth, as you tour our campus and meet our faculty, staff and students. Free giveaways, free food, and so much to explore.

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Carmel Catholic is moving forward with some of the most sweeping changes in the school’s history. Expansion and refinement of several academic programs, design and implementation of a modern classroom aesthetic, and completion of key projects already in the works, characterize the initiative which is slated to be in place by Fall 2021.

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Open House on November 3 to Showcase Carmel Catholic's Unique Academic Experience

Isabella Poma '20 Selected for All-State Show Choir

Congratulations to senior, Isabella Poma, who auditioned for and was selected as a member of the Illinois Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) All-State Show Choir.

Two More Seniors Earn Perfect ACT Scores, Bringing Total to Six

Jason Hironimus '20 and Mitchell Brown '20 are the two most recent members of the Class of 2020 to earn the highest possible ACT composite score of 36. The four seniors who reached this same accomplishment include Ainsley Dean '20, Benjamin Geoffroy '20, Madeline Kosobucki '20 and one other student who wishes to remain anonymous.

Four Students Named Semifinalists, Nine Commended in National Merit Scholarship Competition

Four Carmel Catholic students are among the 16,000 Semifinalists announced in the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. The students, who are all seniors, include Mitchell Brown, Ainsley Dean, Benjamin Geoffroy and Allen Mons.

Spiritus Speaker Series

Join us to be inspired, to grow in faith and to encounter Christ. All speaker events are free of charge, open to the public and held at Carmel Catholic High School. The series includes 'An Evening with Fr. John Kartje', Rector of Mundelein Seminary, Interviewed by Jason Huther, Principal of Carmel Catholic High School; 'Broken Mary' presented by renowned radio personality Kevin Matthews; Jen Kramer '88 and the 'Year of Love' Project; 'Open Line', Questions of the Faith with Mr. Mark Plaiss and CCHS Theology Faculty.

Two Priest Chaplains Join Carmel Catholic Community

Fr. Radley Alcantara, Associate Pastor at St. Anastasia Parish in Waukegan and Fr. Christian Shiu, Associate Pastor at St. Gilbert Parish in Grayslake will begin serving at Carmel in early September. They will each be on campus to minister to students as well as adults on a part-time basis. Both are excited to be a part of the community!

Rebecca Zurek '21 Wins National Rocketry Awards

Rebecca Zurek won her second National Association of Rocketry title, at the NARAM event, held at the International Aeromodeling Center, in Muncie Indiana, in early August.

Carmel Catholic Offering Carpool Option for Families

Carmel Catholic High School joins the growing community of schools offering a free transportation platform of a website and mobile app to organize and plan carpools to and from school.

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Terri Brinkman '20 Honored by Congressman as Local STEM Scholar

Terri Brinkman '20 was recently honored by Congressman Brad Schneider for being part of his inaugural class of STEM scholars. Congressman Schneider selected local high school students that are STEM leaders in their school to represent his Illinois tenth district for the 2018-2019 school year.

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Events Calendar

Oct 27

Cabaret Concert

Time: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Location: Cafeteria

Nov 1

All-School Mass

Time: 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Location: Salvi Arena

Nov 3

Admissions Open House

Time: 12 PM – 3 PM

Location: Carmel Catholic High School, enter through the auditorium (door G).

Nov 6

Insider Experience – Parent Preview Program

Time: 9 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Enter at Main Entrance.

Nov 13

Financial Aid Information Night

Time: 7 PM – 8 PM

Location: Cafeteria

Nov 15

Insider Experience – Parent Preview Program

Time: 9 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Enter at Main Entrance.

Nov 26

All-School Mass

Time: 9:30 AM – 10:40 AM

Location: Salvi Arena

Dec 4

Insider Experience – Parent Preview Program

Time: 9 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Enter at Main Entrance.

Dec 4

St. Nicholas Family Prayer and Fellowship

Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Brandsma Chapel

Dec 7

Entrance Exam – Class of 2024

Time: 8 AM – 12 PM

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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.