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A Campaign for Our Students

A Bold and Inspired Vision for the Future places Carmel Catholic at the forefront of transforming the student experience. Through the largest philanthropic campaign in the school's history, three primary pillars focus on student experience, financial accessibility, and sustainability.

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At A Glance

A Five-time National Blue Ribbon School

Having earned this award on five occasions, Carmel Catholic provides students with the academic rigor, artistic exploration, and spiritual enrichment to prepare graduates for college, and beyond.
Carmel Catholic Community

Our welcoming and inclusive community spans 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

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.
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.

Events

Feb 19

All-School Mass

Time: 3 PM – 4 PM

Location: Salvi Arena. All are welcome to attend. Visitors, please check in at the Kathy A. Nemmers Welcome Center.

Mar 5

All-School Mass

Time: 9 AM – 10:30 AM

Location: Salvi Arena. All are welcome to attend. Visitors, please check in at the Kathy A. Nemmers Welcome Center.

Mar 24

Spring Break

Mar 25

Spring Break

Mar 26

Spring Break

Mar 27

Spring Break

Mar 28

Spring Break

Apr 17

All-School Mass

Time: 9 AM – 10:30 AM

Location: Salvi Arena. All are welcome to attend. Visitors, please check in at the Kathy A. Nemmers Welcome Center.

May 13

All-School Mass

Time: 9 AM – 10:30 AM

Location: Salvi Arena. All are welcome to attend. Visitors, please check in at the Kathy A. Nemmers Welcome Center.

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News

A Campaign for the Students of Carmel Catholic High School

With the formal announcement of A Bold and Inspired Vision for the Future, Carmel Catholic is at the forefront of transforming the student experience. Through this Campaign, the creation of a state-of-the-art student center—via a re-imagined cafeteria, student lounge, and courtyard—plus the stunning expansion of the auditorium foyer, all designed to promote community, gratitude, and joy, headline the Campaign’s three primary pillars focused on student wellness, financial accessibility, and sustainability.

Dr. John Ahlgrim Selected as Principal

Carmel Catholic High School is proud to announce that Dr. John Ahlgrim ’83, Ed.D., will be the principal of Carmel Catholic High School.

61 Students Selected as Illinois State Scholars

Carmel Catholic High School is proud to announce that 61 seniors have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars! This prestigious award is based on the combination of students’ exemplary ACT/SAT scores and their GPA. Congratulations, Corsairs!

Esmeralda Mora named Illinois Foreign Language Teacher of the Year

Each year, Illinois Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ICTFL) names an outstanding world language educator as its Illinois Teacher of the Year. The awardee becomes a candidate for the Central States Conference Regional Teacher of the Year Award and serves as an ICTFL delegate to Language Advocacy Days in Washington, D.C. The ICTFL award is intended to elevate the profession's status at the state, regional, and national levels by creating opportunities for recognizing the most accomplished members of the profession.

Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees 2024

On September 27, Carmel Catholic High School will celebrate the induction of six Corsairs into the Athletic Hall of Fame, Class of 2024.

National Merit Semifinalists & Commended Students Announced

Carmel Catholic proudly announces that two students have been named semi-finalists, and nine have been commended in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Laurel Fullerton '25 Earns Perfect Score on ACT

Congratulations to senior Laurel Fullerton on earning a perfect score of 36 on the ACT in June. This is the highest possible score a student can achieve on the test, with just 0.25% of all test takers reaching this accomplishment. Laurel is one of two Class of 2025 students who earned this accomplishment.

Latest Edition of Compass Magazine is Out!

Check out Compass magazine, a vibrant publication that aims to keep the Carmel Catholic High School community informed, engaged, and connected. Bursting with stories of student accomplishments, alumni events, fundraising initiatives, and more, our magazine offers a comprehensive glimpse into the life of our wonderful school community.

Thanks to All Who Attended the Annual Alumni Bash

We were thrilled to welcome home classes celebrating milestone reunions in 2024!

Class of 1974 Celebrates 50th Reunion

We are thrilled that over 100 of our 1974 classmates returned for their 50th reunion on June 8th! The reunion committee did a fantastic job planning a fun-filled weekend including a golf outing at Countryside Golf Club and an ice breaker on Friday, reunion at Carmel Catholic on Saturday, and breakfast at Crossroads on Sunday.

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Our Mission

Centered in Jesus Christ, Carmel Catholic is a college preparatory high school, empowering students to be servant leaders filled with zeal for faith and scholarship. Rooted in the charisms of the Order of Carmelites and the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Catholic community embraces a tradition of dignity, diversity, and justice.