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A Five-Time National Blue Ribbon School

The coveted National Blue Ribbon School award affirms the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. Carmel Catholic High School is proud to be a five-time National Blue Ribbon School – one of only two private schools nationwide to receive this award five times.

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

All-School Mass

Time: 9:30 AM – 11 AM
Location: Salvi Arena. All are welcome to attend. Visitors, please check in at the Kathy A. Nemmers Welcome Center.

All-School Mass

Time: 9:30 AM – 11 AM
Location: Salvi Arena. All are welcome to attend. Visitors, please check in at the Kathy A. Nemmers Welcome Center.

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.

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.

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.

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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winter

‘Tis the Season of Giving

Make your year-end gift to Carmel Catholic to hold the door open to families who are seeking Catholic education that nurtures our faith, fosters students’ growth, and prepares them for a life filled with purpose this year, and for years to come.
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Advent Reflections

Hear from a student each week as he or she reflects on this season of Advent.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Congratulations to the Class of 2024

With boundless joy and gratitude, we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2024 as they graduate from our Carmel Catholic community. They have embraced their Christ-centered education, cultivated servant leadership and shined brightly in our rich traditions. As they venture forth to colleges and universities across the country, our prayers and blessings will embrace their path.
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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.
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