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Principal’s reassignment leads to protest

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Following an announcement by Westfield High School that Principal Stacy McGuire will be reassigned to a EDUCATION new position as administrator of alternative learning, many Westfield residents and Westfield Washington Schools staff participated in a peaceful protest June 14 in an effort to convince the WWS Board of Trustees to reinstate McGuire as principal. A petition to reinstate McGuire also was organized, and, McGuire as of press time, has received more than 3,300 signatures.

Current Publishing was unable to reach McGuire for a comment.

McGuire’s reassignment was approved as part of a personnel packet at the June 9 WWS Board of Trustees meeting by a 3-2 vote. Members Rebecca Ogle and Bill Anderson voted against the packet. Members Amy Pictor, Amber Willis and Duane Lutz voted in favor of it.

WWS Supt. Sherry Grate said the new position had been in discussion for some time, but that it was not posted for applications.

She noted that McGuire did not apply for the job, but that McGuire’s strengths as principal would transition well into the new role.

“Creating alternative learning options for students was a part of our long-term plan,” Grate said. “When I went through the focus groups for the construction referendum about programs we had and programs we didn’t have, a gap in our school system was serving students who wouldn’t be successful in the traditional school system.”

Grate said in many districts, alternative learning programs provide an off-campus instructional experience from high school or middle school settings.

“What we hadn’t necessarily done as a school district was create what that alternative learning program would look like, and that’s what this position would do,” Grate said. “Dr. McGuire would be creating that vision and mission for the alternative program at WWS and address learning needs of students who may not be successful in a traditional learning environment.”

Grate said the alternative learning program could possibly generate revenue for the district in a time of “tight resources.”

“I think all the qualities that the students are saying they appreciate and care about

and love about Dr. McGuire are the same qualities we would want to have in the next leader (of alternative learning),” Grate said.

“Change is hard. Dr. McGuire still is in the school district, she is still an administrator and she still is going to be working with kids.”

However, dozens of community members and WWS staff feel differently about the reassignment. Several WWS teachers have anonymously contacted Current Publishing expressing their displeasure with the decision.

In addition, some expressed concern about where the district will get the funds Grate for the new position, which, for McGuire, pays $133,000 a year.

Former teacher Denise Niblick taught at WHS for three years before opting to stay at home with her child. She emailed WWS staff about her thoughts and experiences with McGuire when the reassignment was announced.

Part of the email read, “I think it’s important to share that while I haven’t spoken to Stacy regarding this drastic change, anyone who has ever worked for or with her would know this was not a matter of choice for the appointment. Dr. Stacy McGuire was a student at Westfield, a teacher at WHS, and has served as one of the very best principals in the state at WHS the past 17 years.

Despite her amazing accomplishments and the overwhelming love that her staff and students have for her, our superintendent, Dr. Sherry Grate, has appointed her to a new position. How could anyone believe this is something Dr. McGuire would want?”

Some parents also are disappointed with the decision. Rebecca Fanter has had two sons attend WHS, one of which recently graduated. She said the graduate didn’t particularly love school, but Fanter said he loved his principal, whom many fondly refer to as “Stacy Mac.” “She was at every extracurricular event or sporting event she could possibly be at, so she was Westfield High School for life,” Fanter said. “Teachers are very upset, and (the reassignment) is not being handled correctly at all. We don’t have that kind of money (as a district). How are we getting money to start this new position? They’ve been asking for money for years with referenda, and suddenly we have this money for this position? This is the worst time ever to have a change right now.”

Following the June 14 rally, a group of

Westfield community members organized a list of requests they are sending to the WWS Board of Trustees. Requests include calling a special school board session to explain the decision, answer public questions and consider the reinstatement of McGuire as WHS principal and immediately conduct a confidential survey of all administrators, teachers and staff asking their opinions on the culture and leadership of the district’s central office. Additional requests are to ensure that no WWS employee who speaks out against the central office is fired, demoted or punished and not extending Grate’s contract until after November, when the community’s voices have been heard. The requests also state that if the school board doesn’t follow through with the requests, it will “lead to a mobilization in the November elections from residents demanding a change in leadership on the school board and central office.”

Following the rally and the request, Grate and school board President Amy Pictor sent the following email to WWS families and staff: “We understand the passion and support for Dr. McGuire. Watching and reading what has transpired over the past several days is disheartening. Disagreeing with decisions made by the superintendent and/or the school board is understandable and expected. However, the personal attacks and hatefulness toward school board members, WWS administration and the superintendent, only serves to further divide us. The situation pertaining to Dr. McGuire’s new role is a personnel matter. Privacy laws, for good reason, prohibit us from commenting on any details. We ask that you understand the limitations on what can be provided and respect the confidentiality of these decisions. Dr. McGuire has accepted this new leadership position. As a community it would be helpful to come together and support Dr. McGuire in her new role and the important work she will continue to do for our district and our community. We need to be able to disagree with one another in a productive way and set a positive example for our children. WE ARE WESTFIELD and our children deserve positive examples of civility in our amazing community. In Westfield -- we are better than that.”

WHS Assistant Principals Alicia Denniston and Bill Naas were appointed as interim co-principals June 15. A press release from WWS said a comprehensive search and interview process for a new WHS principal will begin immediately.

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David Weekley Homes launches high-density division — David Weekley Homes recently announced the launch of Central Living by David Weekley Homes in the Indianapolis-area. This high-density division of David Weekley Homes offers luxury living and is now selling in two sections of the master-planned community of Gramercy

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Grand Park Sports Campus recognized as top soccer facility — Recently, the Grand Park Sports Campus was recognized as one of the top soccer facilities in the nation. Connect Sports, a national media outlet, conducted a nationwide poll of sports industry professionals to choose their preferred facilities. Grand Park finished as a front-runner in the “Best Soccer Facility” category.

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By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrnet.com A group of Westfield High School graduates have organized two Black Lives Matter rallies in Westfield, and they plan to have more.

DEMONSTRATIONS The first rally was June 2 at Asa Bales Park. The high participation figure surprised organizer and 2020 graduate Ava Henson.

“We weren’t expecting that many people, and it was a huge turnout,” she said.

“I think we had around 200 people. Myself and a couple of other people shared some experiences we have been through in our lifetime, and we had a lot of good feedback.

It was good to hear that, and our stories made them tear up.

“It was a great turnout and a great impact on the movement, I think.”

The rally continued with a march down Union Street and culminated with a protest at the intersection of Ind. 32 and Union Street in downtown Westfield.

The second protest was June 13, also at Asa Bales Park.

Ava Henson speaks at a Westfield Black Lives Matter protest. (Submitted photo)

“That was a great turnout, again. There were a bunch of new faces,” Henson said.

“Our speakers were very strong, and they shared experiences from both sides of the subject, which was really great for the community to hear.

“Our protests won’t be seen nationally, but for Westfield and for ourselves, if we can keep doing things like that, it will help bring change.”

A third protest hasn’t been announced, but plans are in the works. Henson said people can follow the Westfield Youth Equity Alliance page on Instagram and the Westfield March for Justice event on Facebook.

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Hamilton County Stabilization Fund selects businesses — The Hamilton County Stabilization Fund for Small Businesses has selected 105 small businesses to grant funds in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

All total, they will receive $743,205 in grant money. That money was approved by the Hamilton County Commissioners at their meeting May 26. Each business has been granted anywhere from $1,000 to $10,000 based on their demonstrated need. Grants can be used for payroll, utilities, rent, mortgage, insurance and products directly used in production of a product for sale. Preference was given to businesses that had not received abatements or incentives from the federal government, State of Indiana, or any local government entity.

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A piece of cake

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Dairy Queen employee showcases decorating skills

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com

Diana Schwartz has been a cake decorator at the Dairy Queen on Ind. 32 in Westfield since the store opened more than five years ago, and like many busiCOVER STORY nesses, ownership worried the COVID-19 pandemic would crush sales. But that didn’t happen.

“We thought since COVID-19 happened that I wasn’t going to have anything to do because sales will go down,” said Schwartz, a Sheridan resident. “Since (customers) couldn’t come in the store, they wouldn’t be able to see the cakes, (and I thought) so sales will go down.

“Well, that didn’t happen.”

In fact, the opposite happened.

Dairy Queen’s cake sales more than doubled. Schwartz said typically during the spring and summer, she decorates about 100 cakes a week, but now she does more than 200 a week. She had to bring on three extra sets of hands to help.

“I usually am the only cake decorator, so I take care of special orders and the ones out in the freezer,” she said.

“But it’s so overwhelming that now I have three other girls helping me stocking the freezer, and I only have time for special orders at this point.”

Special orders vary greatly.

“We see a lot of birthday cakes, but we are seeing people order cakes for their dog’s birthday. I had someone order a cake who wanted one because their appendix was taken out,” Schwartz said.

Other cakes celebrated the end of e-Learning and graduation. One was a custom cake with the likeness of Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler with a golden retriever. Schwartz also made one representing Glacier National Park, and one with a beer mug holding a golf club for a woman who said her husband needed a birthday cake and he liked beer and golf.

“Quirky stuff like that, just anything to make their day better and make their birthday or anything they’re celebrating more fun,” Schwartz said.

Diana Schwartz decorated a Tiger King cake.

Diana Schwartz decorates a Bob Ross cake. (Submitted photos)

Schwartz worked at the Dairy Queen on Range Line Road in Carmel when she was in high school and college. She made dilly bars in the back and watched decorators make cakes.

“I asked them if I could help,” she said.

Schwartz has a journalism degree from Butler University.

She made ads for Yellow Pages after she graduated, but when she got married (her husband is Anthony) and became pregnant with her son, Andrew, she decided to stay home and focus on her family.

“I had to quit working because my son had a rare genetic disorder and was down at Riley Hospital for the majority of his life, and he ended up dying two months before his third

“We thought since COVID-19 happened that I wasn’t going to have anything to do because sales will go down,” diana schwartz said. “Since (customers) couldn’t come in the store, they wouldn’t be able to see the cakes, (and I thought) so sales will go down.

birthday,” Schwartz said.

Schwartz worked for an eye doctor for a few years but stopped when she had her second child, Caleb. When she was six months pregnant with her third child, Jenna, she had lunch at the Dairy Queen in Carmel where she used to work.

“My old manager was there and came out and said they were building a Dairy Queen closer to where I live, and they were looking for a manager and asked, ‘Would you be interested?’” Schwartz said. “I said since I’m pregnant, I don’t think I can do the manager thing, but do they need a cake lady? And he said, ‘Yeah, I think they do,’ so I ended up with that gig and loved it ever since.”

Schwartz listens to music with headphones and sings while she decorates.

“I have lots of fun decorating cakes. I did it as a hobby, and I took a class at Michael’s in a decorating course for fun, but I don’t technically have any other formal training in it,” she said.

AN IMPORTANT JOB Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Diana Schwartz didn’t regard her cake decorating job at Dairy Queen as particularly important and lamented not applying her college degree in the workforce.

“About a month before, I decided, ‘OK, God, I don’t know why you’ve got me where I am. I’m just going to suck it up and stop worrying and focus on being where you want me to be,’” she said. “I got off work one evening about a week into lockdown, and one of my co-workers texted me. I wasn’t part of the Westfield Moms Facebook page, so I hadn’t seen any of it, but I joined the group and they made me cry reading all of the amazing things they were saying (about my cakes).

“I get it now. It’s just awesome and humbling that something I didn’t think was that significant, so many people seem to be enjoying so much. So, I’m honored I get to be a part of what’s helping right now.”

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Selling points

Challenging climate-change alarmists

Commentary by Terry Anker Transactions require some cooperation on the part of the buyer and seller.

Often, we only imagine that a sales representative sells, and that buying is an almost passive act. The brands use all manner of flashing light, near-deceptive puffery and manipulation to get us to crave their product. They push and cajole us from the moment we catch the morning weather report until we close our eyes at night. We are bombarded with labels, messages, aromas and jingles — all that gets into our head, noses and ears, urging us to yearn for a Cinnabon or “to buy the world a Coke and keep it company.” Our self-worth, our burgeoning waistlines and our massive consumer debt all pay tribute to the notion that we would-be consumers, one and all, aren’t quite controlling our appetites. Still, it is nearly impossible to escape. The din envelopes us, beckoning for attention — and to consumption.

But, aren’t we all sellers, too? We project our own product hoping that others will buy it. Some proudly proclaim that they “don’t care what others think of them.” However, isn’t announcing that one does not care simply prove that they care if others think they care?

Hmm, maybe. Or, does it only serve to indicate our relentless ambivalence, perhaps even fecklessness, about what we are pushing? Even as we liquidate dearly departed Granddad’s estate, we are reluctant sellers. We hold on to those things we don’t want or need but still feel a loss as the purchaser attempts to take them away. In that delicate balance, a seller will act only if the acquirer exceeds the threshold of conditions more valued than keeping the object. So, can a deal occur with a seller, as with a buyer, who is unwilling? Do we have to “sell” a seller on selling?

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

Yes, it was a laughing matter Commentary by Danielle Wilson Cancer isn’t funny, especially when someone you love is fighting it. I’ve held off writing about my dad’s battle, HUMOR but recently my mom encouraged me to share a particularly hilarious incident. She declared, “You gotta laugh!”

Dad was set to receive his first dose of chemo, and because we didn’t know whether he’d even survive the treatment, I went to visit him in the hospital, thinking this might be it. Thanks to COVID-19 restrictions, I was by myself when he had an accident, mere minutes after my arrival and an earlier episode. I wanted to call the nurse back in, but Dad insisted he could clean himself up, despite being too weak to stand. “Just grab me some toilet paper,” he grumbled.

The TP did little and the paper towels were worse. We eventually resorted to high-

grade bleach wipes and their “Do Not Apply to Skin” warning. Desperate times, desperate measures. Keep in mind, he’s attempting this challenge while remaining under his covers because he doesn’t want me to “see anything.” At one point, he yelled “Look away!” and I bolted for the bathroom, where I hummed Jimmy Cliff’s “Reggae Night.”

Once given the all-clear, I emerged to find that Dad had successfully changed his diaper pad, although he had slid far enough down the bed that his head was scrunched at painful-yet-comical 90 degrees. I had to smile.

Talk about making memories. Cancer or not, that’s funny.

Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

“The TP did little and the paper towels were worse.

We eventually resorted to high-grade bleach wipes and their ‘Do Not Apply to Skin’ warning.

Desperate times, desperate measures. “

Editor, I am a well-studied environmentalist and have never been associated with a power company. In response to Alex Jarrett’s May 12 letter in Current in Westfield and Current in Fishers, I must respond that climate change is a political tool used by the left to move us to a globalist, one-world society. Not one of the thousands of peer-reviewed researchers on climate change have been able to prove that CO2 causes warming.

The major causes are the sun’s cycles.

Think about it, all animals and plants are mostly made of carbon. We are dependent on CO2.

Since the widespread development and use of fossil fuels, world poverty and hunger has declined rapidly.

There is no statistical evidence that CO2 affects the frequency or intensity of tornadoes or hurricanes. Alarmist educators pressure children into fears and depression. They are faced with a mean barrage of news that they and their parents are killing “Mother Earth,” leading to despair and exhibiting mental illness.

Mic Mead, Westfield

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Hamilton County tops tax refunds news@currentinwestfield.com Financial technology firm SmartAsset recently released a study on the places with the largest tax refunds. In Indiana, Hamilton County topped the list.

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vided the total amount of money refunded by the IRS by the number of refunds given to residents in each county.

For more details on the study, including the methodology and an interactive map, visit smartasset.com/taxes/ tax-return-calculator#Indiana/taxReturn.

Number of Number of Taxpayers Average Taxpayers that Receive Tax Amount that Owe County Refunds Refunded Taxes Hamilton 108,170 $3,128 39,190 Boone 22,630 $3,098 7,330 Lake 185,940 $2,882 34,340 Elkhart 76,880 $2,843 14,060 Porter 64,520 $2,838 14,520 Switzerland 3,370 $2,837 580 LaGrange 13,620 $2,829 2,840 Warrick 22,770 $2,781 5,560 Franklin 8,320 $2,772 1,870 Marion 369,130 $2,767 72,820

Average Tax Amount Owed $7,831 $8,514 $4,160 $6,396 $5,715 $2,872 $4,285 $7,917 $4,340 $4,242

Taxes Refunded Index 42.86 41.94 35.18 33.98 33.81 33.79 33.54 32.04 31.77 31.59

Indiana is 8th most federally dependent state — A recent study by WalletHub, a personal finance website, shows that Indiana is the eighth-most federally dependent state in the U.S. WalletHub compared the 50 states across three key metrics: Return on taxes paid to the federal government; federal funding as a share of state revenue; and share of federal jobs. To see full study results, visit wallethub.com.

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cial distancing protocols stemming from COVID-19. Only active notaries can become remote notaries. Starting July 1, all notaries will be required to take a continuing education course every two years during their eight-year commission. All notaries are required to participate, and if a notary fails to complete their continuing education requirements by the deadline, their commission will be terminated. For more, visit in.gov/sos/business/index.htm.

Changes for Indiana notaries — Indiana’s largest body of public officials is undergoing several changes to longstanding regulations. Indiana Notaries Public can now discharge their duties remotely, and new rules for continuing education will soon take effect. One major change introduced this year was the debut of remote notarization, which took effect on March 31. In a remote notary situation, signers appear before the remote notary public by two-way audio/ visual communication. This communication must be on a pre-approved platform, and the notarization and signatures are captured electronically. This allows Indiana notaries to perform remote notarizations at an essential time, due to so-

Hoosiers must work more to pay rent — A new report Self Financial pinpoints how many hours of work it takes in order to pay rent in every U.S. state. The economy has been dealt a major blow by the coronavirus pandemic, making rent anywhere more difficult to afford than ever.

By analyzing the median cost of rent in each state, as well as the median hourly wage there, researchers at Self Financial have determined the locations where it is toughest to make rent in the country.

The analysis found that residents in Indiana need to work 31.4 hours per week to afford rent for a 1-bedroom dwelling and 39.0 hours per week for a 2-bedroom. Indiana residents must work the 14th-fewest hours per week in order to afford rent.

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Wearing flip-flops can be risky Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan Flip-flops are fun to wear in warm weather and they are everywhere! Not everyone calls them flip-flops, however.

FEET They also are called “zories” on the East Coast, “slippers” in Hawaii and “clam diggers” in Texas. Outside the U.S., wearers enjoy them as “jandals,” “thongs” and “plakkies.”

No matter what you call them, flip-flops are convenient and inexpensive. But are they the best footwear for foot health during warm weather activities?

Flip-flops have little support for your foot The lack of support in flip-flops causes an abnormal stretch to a thick tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, the plantar fascia. Inflammation in this area results in heel pain from plantar fasciitis, a painful condition that is worst when you first get out of bed in the morning.

Another problem when wearing flip-flops is how the toes must scrunch up to grip the sole. This action makes the muscles in your legs work harder and can lead to shin splints and muscle pain as well as toe deformities like hammertoes and claw toes.

Wearing flip-flops can even cause stress fractures because of little shock absorption from the thin sole, increasing mechanical stress on the bones of your foot.

Flip-flops should never be worn when your foot needs protection or extra support; for example: • Mowing the grass: Never wear flipflops when doing yard work, especially when using a lawnmower.

• Hiking: Flip-flops simply don’t have the support you need when tackling tough terrain.

• Bicycling: Flip-flops don’t offer any sideways stability, so it is far too easy for your foot to slide off the pedal.

• Sports: Don’t ruin your fun with a twisted ankle from playing in flimsy flip-flops.

Even wearing flip-flops during everyday activities can result in toe fractures or torn toenail beds due to the lack of protection.

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Dillon Park concerts set to start July 9

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the community summer concert series as well as larger sites MUSIC such as Ruoff Music Center.

But some series are finding a way to go on.

The Noblesville Parks and Recreation Dept. kicks off its free series with Indiana native Corey Cox at 7 p.m. July 9 at Dillon Park, 6351 Midland Lane. STAR Bank returns as the presenting sponsor of the series.

“Once the state’s Back on Track Plan was announced, we knew we needed to look at rescheduling any concerts planned for June,” said Kristi Spehler, community development manager for Noblesville Parks. “We worked with the bands that were originally scheduled for June and we were able to reschedule most of them.”

The 2020 Summer Concert Series presented by STAR Bank lineup includes: July 9, Corey Cox; July 16, The Cosmic Situation; July 23, The Nauti Yachtys; July 30, Dave & Rae: Aug. 6, The Doo Band; Aug. 13, Lemon Wheel; and Aug. 20, Groove Smash.

Each of the Thursday night concerts begin at 7 p.m.

The Dillon Park lawn has a capacity of 4,000 people, which allows space for social distancing.

Spehler said the department still plans to hold Saturday night concerts at Federal Hill Commons. The schedule will be released in the near future.

In 2019, the Thursday night Summer Concert Series moved to Dillon Park after alternating between Forest Park and Dillon Park. Because of the attendance difference at the two parks, the decision was made to bring more concerts to Dillon Park.

“The Noblesville Summer Concert Series is the longest-running series of its kind in Hamilton County and one of our most popular parks events,” Noblesville Parks Director Brandon Bennett stated.

The Cool Creek Summer Concert Series was canceled this year because of the pandemic.

Christopher Gullion, the park department’s event coordinator, has arranged

ICC camp ‘reaches’ virtually

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Two summer concerts scheduled for Cool Creek will be staged at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel. (Submitted photo)

for two bands that had been scheduled to play in the summer series to perform free makeup concerts, as part of the Concerts in the Centerpiece Extended Series at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel. The special series is slated for Sundays, from Sept. 6 to Oct.11. The two makeup concerts are The Flying Toasters Oct. 4 and The Doo! Band Oct. 11. Performance times are 5 to 7 p.m.

Complete concert details can be found by visiting myhamiltoncountyparks.com or the park department’s facebook page, or by calling 317-770-4400.

“It is more logistically efficient and adds to the continuity factor for fans to set all performances at a single location this fall,” said Don Nicholls, resource development specialist. “Additionally, in staging the Ex-

tended Play concerts in an alternate Hamilton County Park, we hope to introduce some guests to a park that they have not had an opportunity to enjoy previously.”

Although the schedule hasn’t been announced, Clay Terrace in Carmel is slated to start its outdoor concert series July 9. It concludes Aug. 27.

The Tuesday Night Concert Series at Fishers Nickel Plate Amphitheater, presented by IU Health Saxony, has been cancelled.

An announcement hasn’t been made on the Summer Family Concert Series at the Gazebo in Carmel. In 2019, the Wednesday night series began in early June and ended in late September.

If nothing else, the Indianapolis Children’s Choir’s virtual music camp will not be confining or dull. By design, it will MUSIC be lively and engaging.

That’s why it’s called Reach!, the object of which is to get kids outside and “reach” the community with random acts of kindness inspired by music.

“Our goal of this summer camp is to not only learn some music and some musical activities, but to get them out of their homes and do something nice in their community for other people,” said Joshua Pedde, Pedde the ICC’s artistic director.

“We’re looking at how even the little things can make someone’s day.”

Reach! is a monthlong camp for kids entering grades first through eighth. Open to all kids anywhere in the U.S., it runs July 1 to 31, culminating in a virtual choir performance on the final day.

Divided into four modules that kids complete at their own pace, the sessions include music instruction, music theory and singing and connecting songs to outside activities to engage their communities, such as writing a special message with sidewalk chalk on a neighbor’s driveway to brighten their day.

“Every song that we have has something to do with positive reinforcement of whatever activity we’re doing that day,” said Pedde, a Carmel resident. “It’s really a routine beyond the house and doing something nice to get them outside and out in their community.”

For the singing component of the July 31 virtual choir performance, kids will listen to prerecorded music through earbuds and record — and then submit — their own vocals without the accompanying music. The recordings will then be assembled for the performance that will be livestreamed on Facebook Live and YouTube Live. Cost for the link is $5. Camp registration is $85.

For more or to register, visit icchoir.org.

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The All-American Bacon Cheeseburger mac and cheese dish from I Heart Mac and Cheese includes ground beef, bacon, American cheese, pickles and mac and cheese. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

I Heart Mac and Cheese is set up similarly to a Chipotle or Subway, whereby diners work their way through the order line. It’s a very clean restaurant, and all the employees seemed eager to help. I have a feeling it’ll become quite the popular place with Grand Park right up the road.

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Great opportunity with a leading attorney in the field of elder and special needs law. A small law firm in the Carmel area seeks service-oriented, self-motivated person for a full-time paralegal/legal assistant position.

Candidates must be detail-oriented and possess excellent skills in grammar, writing, and proof-reading. Superior communication skills with an emphasis on patience and empathy also required. Responsibilities include managing various projects under a defined plan of action; drafting documents; communicating with clients, courts, public benefits agencies, and other third parties; maintaining the office; and providing a professional and welcoming office environment, both in office and on the phone.

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree along with prior legal or professional office experience required. Candidates must also have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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MULTIPLE POSITIONS Manager at enVista LLC in Carmel, IN (Telecommuting from any location in US permitted) Devlp & Custom. of proprietary software; lead teams in design, devlp & implementation of software in distributed computing envir.; resp. for entire devlp process; lead proj. teams to design, develop solutions Requires min. of BS in Supply Chain Mngt, IT, Comp. Sci or related field or For. Equiv.; 5 yrs. Exp. in SC & 2 yrs. In proj, mngt Senior Developer at enVista LLC in Carmel, IN Design, develop implement applications and solutions incl. interfaces, reports databases, utilities; recomm. Enhancements; testing & troubleshoot; support & install appl. & prov. Training; collaborate with team.

Requires minimum of BS in Comp Sci, Electr. Engineering or related field or for. equiv.; 5 yrs exp. In Product Design/Development; esp. w/ .NET Framework using C#, ASP .NET, MVC, ADO.NET, WEBSERVICES, WEB API, WCF, SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, O365 (Sharepoint), Azure Paas & Other Microsoft Technologies; and working w/ cross functional teams.

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Kiddie Academy of Chatham Hills is an early educational childcare center and is looking for energetic and qualified Lead and Assistant teachers for all rooms.

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WOODLAND COUNTRY CLUB is looking for outdoor team members to help with maintaining the golf course.

Previous landscape work is a great benefit, but not necessary.

Please email your resume to rreynolds@woodlandcc.com

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TEACHER ASSISTANT POSITIONS The International Montessori School (www.intlmontessori.com), located in Carmel, Indiana, has several Teacher Assistant positions available for the 2020-2021 school year starting in August. Working hours will be between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, although specific schedules will be determined by the position.

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