Carmel Magazine June 2020

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William Goheen Justis Gordon Jasmine Grant Sam Greene Zachary Gregor Katherine Griffith Nicholas Grill Eleanor Hagenow Daylen Hall Jami Hansen Gwyneth Hanson Hanna Harding Mae Hedrick Jackson Hern Myhea Hollingsworth Josiah Hollis Hendrik Horn Diane Houk Nicholas Hruskoci Haowen Huang Ruidi Huang Olivia Hubbard Hunter Huffine Jacob Huffman Aidan Hughes Claire Hunter Seth Hutchinson Kyah Inskeep Benjamin Irwin Clara Isaac Jonalyn Jacob Maimuna Jalloh Kaylor Jasiak Brendan Jay Bryce Johnson Jaylen Johnson Jye Johnson Megan Kaster Kyla Keeylen Grace Kemp William Kennedy Joseph Khonwai Meghan Klenke Rachel Konesco Anna Kraege

Carson Kwiatkowski Meredith Lackey Caleb Land Gabriel Landeros Ashley Lay Sean Ledford Emerson Lee Paul Lee Isabella Leous Anne Leppert Danielle Levingston Walter Lewis Hannah Lilly Jackson Lindner Nicolas LoPresti Grace Lorsung Andi Manship Brock Marroquin Eric Marshalleck Maxwell Martin Emerson Masuccio Joseph Mathioudakis Joseph Mattei Kennedy Maye Madeline McClure Liam McClure Brendan McDonnell Samuel McEntire Danaya McGibboney Audrey McKinney Shiloh Means Scarlett Mena Kendrick Mernitz Sophie Mernitz Ali Miller Hannah Miller My’Jah Mintze Bella Montefalco Jessica Moore Kayla Morrell Katherine Morris Benjamin Munoz Macie Murdock Ashley Mwonya Gabriella Najem

Nicolas Napier Anna Neale Blake Neely Jack Neidlinger Anya Neumeister Veronica Newton Alison Oberlies Sean Oldham-Coons Jacob Overstreet Holden Parsons Giorgia Pasquinelli Edwin Perez John Petruzzi Cassandra Piper Sarah Pope Briauna Powells Riley Pratt Kylie Price Justin Pugh Hunter Quinn Alanna Reckley Adeline Reeves Ashley Richards Carolina Rios Samuel Robinson JaCoi Robinson Elliott Rodgers Katherine Rushka Natalie Rypel Markus Saba Blake Sadler Jonathan Schepers Olivia Schneider Laney Schofield Natalie Schorr Elizabeth Sheddy Christopher Shin Jessilyn Short Nicholas Shuey Maria Simas Brea Sims Victoria Sims Payton Snyder William Snyder Nicole Spau

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BORN TO TWIRL: IRELAND JONES IS A BATON TWIRLING NATIONAL CHAMPION WHO IS JUST GETTING STARTED Ten years ago, when Ireland Jones first approached her mom, Amy, to ask if she could take baton twirling lessons, Amy was hesitant. “I twirled when I was younger, and it’s hard and stressful,” says Amy, who learned the skill from her mother.

7 Business Spotlight: LifeVantage 9 A Letter From the Superintendent 10 Congratulations Carmel High School Class of 2020

14 A Letter From the Principal 15 Born to Twirl: Ireland Jones Is a

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22 Katie Biltimier Wins Carmel Clay

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DEAR CLASS OF 2020, Congratulations Class of 2020! I am excited for you, confident in you, and very, very proud of you!

As you can imagine, you have been on my mind often this year. In many ways, you have gone beyond the Carmel High School tradition of excellence, and pushed the mark even higher. While there have been some great individual performances across the spectrum of CHS, I believe you have learned and embraced the notion that “Together We Achieve” and found that collaborating and working with a team of people can take us all to a higher level, and make the effort more meaningful.

Now you probably think I’m referring to state championships, awards, honors, and rankings this class has achieved, and I am extremely proud of those accomplishments and the hard work it took to get there, but I’m also referring to the heroic acts that students do each day that are unknown, unnoticed, but equally amazing. Many obstacles students face require the same strength, courage, and effort to earn that course credit, as the perfect score on a national exam. Finally, Hall of Fame Coach John Wooden said, “You can’t have a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” There were many “perfect” days for this senior class in taking that extra step to take care of one another.

In closing, I’m thankful for the friendships you have cultivated, the interests you have discovered, the skills you have grown, and the memories you have made from kindergarten to your four years as a Greyhound. Your teachers and the whole CCS family have been beside you as your strengths emerged, your creativity blossomed, and your confidence grew. We have seen your strength and resilience in tough times. We have seen your joy and gratitude in the good times. We have watched you learn and grow. You are ready.

Now, go make the world a better place Greyhounds and remember we love you, believe in you, and can’t wait to hear about your next adventure!

-Dr. B. Dr. Michael Beresford Superintendent Carmel Clay Schools

BEHIND YOU, ALL YOUR MEMORIES. BEFORE YOU, ALL YOUR DREAMS. AROUND YOU, ALL WHO LOVE YOU. WITHIN YOU, ALL YOU NEED.

-SIDNEY MOHEDE

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Congratulations Carmel High School

Mina Abdelmalek Justin Abiagom Youanas Abib Erik Abraham Ryan Abshire Abdullah Abu-elreish Brianna Adams Douglas Adamson Graham Adelsperger Ethan Aguilar Charles Airey Erik Allen Rhyan Allison Jemeema Alonso Thomas Altavilla Jackson Alter Lizzky Alvarado Altamirano Elena Alvarez Marcus Amburgey Runa Amin Julia Ammons Elisena Anania Matthew Andrews Gabriel Angelopoulos Rafay Ansari Dylan Antoine Emma Antoine Ethan Arbogast Lawrence Arceneaux Karthik Arcot Laura Ardery Lauren Argyris Zachariah Arias Grace Armstrong Hal Armstrong Andrea Arreola Aiden Ascioti Neha Asim Taher Assaf Johnathan Atkinson Faruk Atlihan Alexandria Audritsh Elizabeth Austin Grace Ayers Saurav Ayyagari Megan Babu Grant Bailey Brooke Bair Harrison Baker Ulugbek Bakhtiyorov Shivani Balachandar Dawson Ball Caleb Banks Mackenzie Banta Katherine Barr Alexa Barreras Kathryn Barthuly Nishanth Basavareddy

Mia Bassett Matthew Bates Phoebe Bates

Gabriel Baugher Jacob Beach Dannika Beck Isaac Beck Morgan Beck Jason Becker Sydney Becker Grant Bedoya Gabrielle Beidl Luke Belcher Alhena Bello Cordova Katie Bend Samantha Bentivoglio Caroline Benton Anna Berger Romeu Meredith Berglund Noah Bergsma Zachary Berman Elise Berry Samuel Berry JoĂŁo Eduardo Berti Cameron Beteet Manoj Bhagwat Dominic Bianchi Savion Bias Lindsay Bickett Taylor Black Grace Blackburn Zyavonta Blackburn Corinn Blanchford Joseph Blansette Samuel Bodkin Stephen Boger Alexander Bogue Ayman Bolad Alyssa Boldt Breanna Bolles Thijs Boom Owen Booth Shreya Bothra Merna Botros James Boulos Claire Boyer Brian Boynton Karl Bozek Daniel Bracher Aiden Bradbury Joshua Bradney Isabel Brandt Cooper Branson Caroline Bravard Stephanie Breeze Eunice Brent Cole Brevard Alexander Brooks Ashleigh Brooks Matthew Brooks Devon Brown Nathan Brown William Brown Gabriel Brual Cassidy Bruner

Ian Bruner Mackenzie Bruner Isaac Brunner Titus Bryant Ava Buckley Preston Bullard Abby Burdette Spencer Burdon Sean Burgess Emma Burke Samuel Burkhard Logan Burks Tyler Burnett Caitlyn Burns Cassidy Burns Kaylee Burr Rylee Burrows Julia Butler Vidhur Bynagari Viha Bynagari Ivory Byrom Lucas Cacula Molly Cai Kayleigh Cain Alexis Calvert Nicholas Calvert Christopher Cameron Alaynah Campbell Dantea Cannon Mary Cannon Allison Cardenas Taylor Carlson Zoe Carlson Jacob Carroll Kathryn Carson Michael Carson Elizabeth Carter Abbey Cassidy Vanessa Castro Belen Cervantes Donald Chadwick Charles Chaille Benjamin Chalex Abagale Chance Thorne Chandler Mallory Chapman Indraja Chatterjee Rewant Chaudhary Onkar Chavan Jacqueline Chavez-Margalli Harvi Chhatrola Riya Chinni Brennan Chopp Elizabeth Christman Casey Christy Suhas Chundi Hayden Clark Lauren Clark Mason Clark Lily Claymon Emily Clevenger

Class of 2020

Colette Clouse Kennedy Cobb Nathaniel Coble Caleb Cohen Brady Cole Evan Collier Gracie Collins Megan Colosi Chloe Colt Kane Combes Olivia Combs

Christopher Commons

Teagan Compton Taylor Conley Ava Connell Robert Considine Sarah Conway Demetrick Conyers Clayton Coolidge Julian Corken Andrew Correale Nicole Cortelyou Reese Coulter Rebecca Counen Abram Cox Brianna Cox Emily Cox Michael Crawford William Crawford Connor Creighton

Alexander Crespo-cruz

Jack Crider Natalie Crispin Morgan Croaning Oscar Cronin Claudia Crookshanks

Maximilian Crookshanks

Alyssa Crossen Paige Crossen Gressa Crowley Caleb Crum Mason Crum Norberto Cruz-Rojas William Culpepper Avery Cunningham Hannah Cunningham John Curcio Anaiyah Curtis Sullivan Curtis Megan Daggett Emily Daily Abigail Dalton Gavin Daniels Kassandra Darnell Thomas Darnley Alex Daron Emily Daron Anushka Dasgupta Blake Dauby Drew David Adam Davidson Gabriel Davin

Madeline Davis Wyatt Davis Kerlos Dawoud Evan Dawson Ryan Deady Daniel Deaton Dalyn DeCosta Faith Dee Fiona DeFrench Madeline Degyansky Aurek Deischer Emily Deldar Sophia Delgado Genevieve DeLong Gavin Dengmanivanh Jonathan Dennison Pierre Depre Jace Dery Antara Deshmukh Abinay Devarakonda Crew DeVoe Zachery DeVore Ethan DeVries Varuna Dhanabal Oumar Dia Babacar Diatta Jessica DiBella Maxwell DiBella Abby Dickerson Dylan Dickson Lydia Diehl Madison Diehl Benjamin Dillow Joseph DiMaggio James Dittoe Allie Dixon Brendon Dixon Nicholas Dodson Jeffrey Doman Skyler Donoho Alexandra Dorn Ryan Dossey Logan Douglass Capriel Dow Matthew Downin Dylan Downing Garrett Drake Adrian Duckworth Jackson Dues Alexis Dufek Taylor Duncan Alexxa Dungey Katherine Durcholz Amanda Durham Martin Durisin Hayden Dusharm Eleanor Dyas Cassidy Eckstein Brandon Edwards Sommer Edwards Sydney Edwards Lily Eggleston

Sayde Eidsness Daniah Elathamna Olivia Elkin Eve Elliott Aidan Ellison Martin Emerson Abigail Emery Alexa Emmons William Emmons Jordan English Luke Epple Margaret Ernst Eleanor Esrael Jessica Estabrook Jacksyn Estes Chloe Etgen Grace Evans Julian Evans Claire Evanson Devin Ewing Cesar Fabela Connor Farrell Alexa Febres Gretchen Fehn Benjamin Felix Carter Fernandez Mia Ferrulli Adam Fesler Blake Fetters Joshua Field Eliana Filler Andrew Finkam Nathan Finley Ryan Fiocca Sarah Firestone Hannah Fischer Claire Fisher Caroline Fitz Kyle Fleckenstein Luiza Flores Logan Floyd Maximilian Flynn Alessio Fortin Hannah Foust Abigail Fox Alexandria Frakine Olivia Fray Sarah Fredericks Hadley Freeman Emily Fridman Adi Friedman Paige Fulkerson Winston Fultz Mariela Fuxa Maxamillion Gage Alexander Galanti Ethan Galka Emily Gallagher Lilly Gallagher Hari Ganeshan Kiara Garcia Maria Garcia Salas

Julia Garner Lucas Garrison Lauren Gartenhaus Sophie Gates Parker Gatlin William Gatte Nicholas George Theodore George Zachary Gerke Abir German Landon Gerth Andrew Getz Danny Ghalayini Morgan Gibson Tyler Gibson Alexis Gies Grace Gilbert Ryan Gilbert Kiara Gill Makayla Gilvin Thomas Gimeno Paul Ginella George Ginn Zachary Gioia Zachary Gish Mia Glass Sarah Goddard Lukas Goetz Drew Goins Daniel Golden Joseph Gollmer Ramon Gong Leonardo Gonzalez Neilson Gonzalez Seth Goot Sakshi Gopalani Julia Gorin Jonathan Gosselin Brian Gottlieb Hunter Gouge Madison Graves Evan Gray Kyle Gray Lillian Green Noah Green Andrew Greene Kendall Greene Gabriel Greener Hannah Gretz Jessica Greven Jonathan Greven Alexandra Grief Georgia Griffith Emma Grigsby Isabel Gripp Lauren Grumbacher

Christopher Grzeskowiak

Kierstyn Guerrant Abigail Guevara Ian Guidry Parul Gupta

Angelli Gutierrez Cuautle

Emily Haase Flores Bishoy Habib Alexandra Hackett Julianna Hackett Elissa Hage Brendan Hagman Sydney Haines Mallory Hale Grace Haley Daniel Hall Griffin Hall Olivia Hall Jenna Hamdan Madeline Hamilton Natalie Hammond Jayana Hammonds Emily Hand Juliana Hand Kassi Haney Awais Hanif Ereny Hanna Roufael Hanna Catherine Harden Grant Hardwick Zachary Harker Colleen Harless Elysabeth Harrington Emma Harrington Gabriella Harris Evelyn Harrison Meghan Hastings Corinne Hawkins McKenzi Hawkins Jacob Haynes Madeline Heath Elizabeth Hedrick Austin Heimer Liam Heinrich Madison Helding Lydia Helmkamp Grace Helms Jeffrey Henn Logan Henneberry Megan Hennessey Jack Herider Amanda Hernandez Briana Hernandez Michael Herod Clayton Hettle Matthew Heymann Maxwell Heymann Meghan Heymann Samuel Hibshman Shane Hickman Audi Hicks Allison Higgins Carter Highum Jacob Hill Joshua Hiller Cameron Hillsman Allison Himler Adam Hineiti Vanessa Hintz Meredith Ho Julia Hockins Mia Holtzman David Hommel Da-Hyun Hong John Hong Michelle Hong

Joshua Honig Samuel Hooton Spencer Hooton Jackson Hoover Aeryn Hopwood Zoe Horn Tanner Horrocks Sofia Houtin Emma Howard Zachary Howard Ethan Hoyt Leslie Huang Dean Huber Adam Hughes Andrew Hunt Martha Hunter Ontario Hunter Jacqueline Hur Maxwell Hurley Olivia Hurley Ava Hutchison Thomas Hynes Andrew Ianigro Jack Iannuzzo Olivia Ice Markus Ilo Fuka Inaba Mary Inman Connor Inskeep Peteris Irbe Avery Iverson Deetya Iyer Sarah Jackson Lauren Jacobson Daniel Jacoby Kelsie James Andrew Janeczko Jackson Jannsen Sarah Jarding Hira Javed Elizabeth Jelley Kori Jennings Liam Jensen Amelia Jenson Steven Jeter Marcus Jimerson Jackson Joest Benjamin Johnson Collin Johnson Danielle Johnson Matthew Johnson Maximus Johnson Spencer Johnson Trevor Johnson

Elaina Johnson-Glaser

Andrew Jones Anna Jones Jane Jones Marney Jones Riley Judson Averie Junkersfeld Audra Kaczmarek Audrey Kaehr Jenna Kahlow Kathryn Kalthoff Beshoy Kamal Yousstena Kamel Adam Kaminski Tara Kandallu Satvik Kandru

Cade Kantz Nicholas Katsis Randall Katz Abigail Kaufman Audrey Kaul Nathan Kavicky Hunter Keip Shane Kendrick Peja Keserovic Elias Kessilyas Benjamin Keys Natalie Khamis Jordan Khoury Delaney Kibler Kamryn Kichefski Jaehee Kim Minjeong Kim Carson King Zachary King Patrick Kirk Maya Kislyuk Andrea Kitten Cameron Kizer Anna Klauz Kyle Kleva Amaya Kliegl Avery Klima Jack Knapp Laurel Kohan Nanditha Kolur Zoe Koniaris Elias Konow Donna Kontarzhy Nolan Kopp Stormy Kotzelnick Mofetoluwa Koya Vivian Kraabel Bradley Kracht Ka Hee Krause Ashton Krauter Kiersten Krupp Kade Kultgen Aditi Kumar Benjamin Kusel Damen LaFollette Monica LaFon Vincent Lam Whitney Lam Joshua Lange Joseph Langeman Nicole Langston Adrian Larco Samantha LaTulip Josefina Laureano Tristin Lavalley Faith Lawrence Rebekkah Lawrence Austin Layton Nolan Lederman Griffin Lee Jason Lee Kenny Lee Kris Lee Ryan Lee Caleb Leinheiser Mackenzie Lents Hannah Leonard Jaylen Leonard Ashley Leonzio Daniel Lerner

Shelby Leslie Anne Lesure Abraham Levine Carly Levinsohn Peyton Lewis

Christopher Leyva-Agustin

Angela Li Cody Li David Li Raphael Li Zhi Qiang Li Allison Light Jordan Light Kristin Light Veronica Light Allen Lin Lauren Lindamood Kyle Lindeman Sophia Linville Chendi Liu Hannah Liu Hong Chen Liu Darren Lloyd Devan Lloyd Myranda Lloyd Uday Lomada Danielle Loncharich Chelsea Long Richa Louis Kyle Lozen Morgen Ludwig Megan Lueking Jaggert Lukowski Oliver Lyford Delilah Macharia Ryan Macharia Jessica Mackey Sara Madni Jaden Madrid Alexander Madvig Yasuhisa Maemura Roshan Mahesh Sarah Mahmoud Jacob Mahon Cole Majeski Kathryn Malerbi Jolie Mallah Gretchen Mallin Laasya Mamidipalli Naomi Mann Omar Mannaa Kiersten Marsh Gabrielle Marshall Jack Martin Rintaro Maruishi Natasha Mash Madison Massa Payton Mastain Justin Masters Mark Masuoka Brendan Mattingly Brandon Matura Gage Mauck Lily Mauck Charles Maurer Lily McAndrews Olivia McCall Michael McCarley Michael McCollum Griffin McConnell

Caleb McCormick Scott McDonald William McGarty Savanna McGee Alina McGraw Lee McGraw Nickolas McGraw Elizabeth McGuckin Isabelle McKasson Kelsey McShay Benjamin McTigue Edwin Meadows Samantha Mears Toby Meiss Ryan Melenchuk Aidan Mellor Kylie Mendoza Ana Mercado Chloe Meredith Adam Meroueh Carlie Merriweather Jennifer Merry Aadam Merzoug Peter Messiha Nina Metaxas Camille Metzger Abirami Meyyappan Benjamin Middleton John Mikucki Cameron Milam

Luis Milano Chambert

Allison Milejczak Abigail Miller Alexander Miller Bryce Miller Isabella Miller Libbi Miller Logan Miller Rianna Miller Clare Milstone Addison Mitchell Jackson Mitchell Jacob Mitchell Mollie Modany Caroline Moeller Caden Molaski Cameron Molavi Pari Mollabashy John Monson

Samantha Montgomery

Michael Moon Grant Moore Ian Moore Gabriel Moorman Maximo Morales Aric Morin Madeline Morton Stephanie Morton Michael Mosher Alison Moss Jessica Mossler Anush Motaganahalli Rebecca Moughrabieh

Blake Moulton Henry Muhammed Annabel Murphy Sierra Murphy Sydney Murphy William Murphy Meera Murthy Benjamin Myers Thomas Myers Sarah Myung Hannah Na Madison Nagel Monica Nair Sapna Nakshatri Ved Narnur Samuel Neif Kayla Nelsen Veronica Newell Emma Newton An Nguyen Ethan Nguyen Linh Nguyen Ryaan Niazi Elizabeth Nichol Ethan Nie Emma Nolan Victoria Nopporn Gracie Norman Owen North Carter Novak Matthew Novak Eshandeep Oberoi Liam O’Brien

Osamudiamen Ogbeide

Patrick Ogle

Katelyn O’Hara Paige Ohrvall Jireh Ojata Ryoma Okano Aidan O’Nan Molly O’Rourke Angela Ortuzar Ryan Oscherwitz Kristen Otten Conrad Otto Harrison Overshiner Sophia Pachciarz Marco Pacheco Lopez Sophia Pacilio Eliza Paddock William Padgett Cody Page Jessica Pahs Melina Palakal Neharika Palivela Justin Pallotta Mohnish Pandey Salvatore Pappalardo Anjali Parekh Sayjel Parikshak Jakob Paris Allison Parker Morgan Parker Bayden Parnella Adeline Passwater Dristi Patel Hannah Patel Hari Patel Ria Patel Jenna Patton Henry Paul Madeline Paxton Nicole Payack Christian Peasley Sophia Pecoraro Hannah Pedersen Jack Pedersen Simone Pegues Yasmine Pehlivan Maria Pellegrino Marie Pelletiere Gabriel Pellicone Lucy Pendergast Sebastian Penix

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Congratulations Carmel High School

Gracie Percival Joshua Pereira Biviana Perez Kendra Perkins Edison Perry Kerith Perry Mitch Phillips Nicholas Phillips Joseph Philpott Maya Phipps Spencer Pickering Marisa Piegsa Isobel Pierce Theodore Piha Kathryn Pikus Karis Pilcher Gabrielle Pinegar William Pippen Aaron Pitchford Matthew Pletcher Lily Polster Barret Porter Marin Porter Devin Pote Bryce Powell Amber Poziviak Maya Prabhakaran Austin Prader Luke Prall Charles Prater Luke Pratt Conner Prince Jordan Prince Megan Prince Marcus Prine William Pugh Jodh Pullela Amee Punater Aidan Puno Richard Purcell Angela Qian Sarah Qu Gabriel Quigley Layla Qureshi Gabriel Rains Prince Rajaruban Chloe Ramey Francis Ramirez Vanessa Ramirez

Haymarnon Rammahtaw

Caroline Ramsey Sofia Rashid Thomas Ratekin Ayush Ravi Harini Ravichandran Landon Ray Samuel Raymer Reagan Raymond Berkeley Reasor Wyatt Reasor Calvin Reeder Dylan Reese

Korryn Reichard Olivia Reichart Grace Reisinger Lauren Reiter Maxwell Renay-Lopes John Resener Magdalena Reynolds Serenity Reynolds Evan Reynon Kimberly Rhea Cameron Rice William Rice Spencer Richards Elizabeth Richardson Luke Richardson Michael Richey John Ridoux Elizabeth Rigsbee Lillian Riley Olivia Rindfuss Bennett Ring Micayla Ringel Sofia Rivera Maria Rivera Rincon Guinevere Robbins Gillian Roberts Jacob Roberts Alyssa Robinson Halle Robinson Kian Robinson Julia Rodgers Caige Rogers Madelyn Rogers Sophia Rogers Allison Sused Roldan Olivia Roop Annie Rose Isabel Rosen Jasmine Rosewell Julia Roth Grace Roundtree Josephine Roy Nicholas Rubendall Ellie Rubey Kiley Rubey Estella Ruiz Isabel Runberg Lydia Rusin Aaron Rusk Kelli Rusnak Geoffrey Russ Emily Ryan Marissa Ryan Thomas Ryan Jack Saavedra Madalyn Sailors Sandiya Sajan Marina Salama Brianna Salazar Sam Saliba Robert Sanchez Jovani Sanchez-Alvarez

Emily Sanders Ruby Sanders Logan Sandlin Peyton Sandlin Shreya Sandu James Sandy Kathryn Sankey Logan Sarsfield Zachary Scarberry Andrew Schallwig Leia Schiltz Ryan Schleeter Jillian Schlieper Elizabeth Schmidt Joseph Schmith Adam Schmitt Dryden Schroeder Charles Schuster Nicholas Schuster Mario Scutella Madison Searles Griffin Seaver Diana Sedky Jolie Segal Nicole Segaran Katherine Sehgal Sarah Seigel Griffin Seitz Jacob Seitz Eshan Selvan Joshua Semprun Rohil Senapati Julianne Sendon Kyle Senuta Marcelo SerĎŒes Nogueira Molly Shaffer Shelby Shaffer Abbaas Shah Javaria Shakoori Weiming Shao Garrett Sharp Aden Shaw Ethan Shears Kaitlyn Sheets John Shehata

Victoria Shekhodanova

Camden Shell Justin Shemer Shawn Shepherd Ethan Shewmaker Takeru Shishikura Kai Shore Bobby Shropshire Braeden Sichterman Reilly Sickels Minseok Sim Connor Simmons Stephen Simpson Cooper Sims Kelli Singell Yannik Singh

Class of 2020

Benjamin Singleton Connor Sirmon Ava Slowey Nicholas Smeltzer Reagan Smiley Alyssa Smith Annabell Smith Emma Smith Ethan Smith Gabriella Smith Gabrielle Smith Hannah Smith Kendyl Smith Moriah Smith Samuel Smith Joshua Snively Madeline Snyder Sarah Snyder Alyssa Soares Taylor Soares Tamir Soen-Keren Brenia Sokol Noah Sommer Evan Sosinsky Megan Soyka Benjamin Spanenberg Jordan Sparks Adam Spensley Martin Spink Nathan Sproull Cameron Stacy Mary Stafford Lara Staton Maria Stefanidou Noah Steiner Aaron Stephens Kurt Stephens Griffin Stewart Rachel Stiff Alexis Stiffler Rainer Stilley Clay Stirsman Lukas Stitle Sara Stockholm Kassidy Stoffel Elijah Stouder Carson Strait Sophie Stults Donovan Stumpf Kaitlyn Suder Lainey Suiter Joseph Sundling Makayla Sura Ethan Surati Saisanjana Sureshbabu

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Renzo Vargas Ann Veenbaas Syamala Veluri Riya Verma Abigail Vernon

Erin Vest Cristina Villaveces Bryan Vivas Rosmely Vivas Cordova Thomas Vlasic Krister Von Bargen

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Nevaeh Vowell Luke Vreeman Megan Walawender Caleb Walker Elizabeth Walker Reese Walker Josiah Walls Emme Walschlager Natalie Walters Cynthia Wan Harry Wang Jerry Wang Michael Wang Nathan Wang Oscar Wang Wei-kai Wang Ziqi Wang Bridget Ward Jack Warren Lisa Warren Cecilia Warrington Lina Waseem Elijah Washington Finlay Waugh Jacob Weaver Alexander Weber Delaney Weddle Marta Weindorf John Weisgerber Halle Welch Sara Welch Eli Wellman Brennan Wells Natalie Wells Vivian Werstler Reagan West Ava Wetzel Edie Wetzel Lucia Wharton Madeline Whitaker Isabella White D’Anna Whitlock Noah Whitlock

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Rex Williams Nathan Willman Archie Wills Samantha Wilson Kyle Winders Jordan Winslow Joshua Winslow Emma Wirth Caden Wisdorf Tymon Wise Tyler Wittles Lauren Wolcott Jenna Wold Annabel Wong Maclean Wood Sophia Wood Emma Woods Allison Woodworth Alexandria Workman Paul Worland Tyler Wrenn Ainsley Wright Richard Wu Lynn Xiong Iris Yan Morgan Ye Nicholas Yokas Lydia Yong Adam Youkilis Carson Young Belle Young

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Congratulations Class of 2020 Emily Daily- You are such a special young lady and we are so proud of you!

You handled the disappointments of the semester with such maturity. You have a bright future!

Love, Mom and Dad

Caroline Benton- Congratulations to our smart, strong and sassy Caroline.

May you always know who you are and where you are going.

Spencer Richards- Congratulations to our smart, talented, charming, and witty son! We are so proud of you!

The best is yet to come, Spencer! We love you! Mom and Dad Madison Graves- We are so proud of you!

You are beautiful inside and out, smart, funny, and determined. You will do great things in this world, we have no doubt. Congratulations! Love, Mom & Dad Jeff Henn- Congratulations Jeff! You are a wonderful son and an amazing young man. We are so proud of you and excited for your future at Purdue.

Boiler up! Love, Mom, Dad and Julia

Averie Junkersfield- Of all life’s wonderful gifts, none is more precious than that of having a daughter like you to love. You have made us so proud!

Love, Mom & Dad Connor Farrell- We are so proud of you! Can’t wait to see what your future holds! Keep following your dreams! Reach for the stars...and ROLL TIDE! Love - Mom, Dad, Lily, Addy

Ellie Zipes- Congratulations! It’s been fun quarantining with you and we will miss you when you go to IU where Corona is a good thing. Do great things. Love the White House.

Kayla NelsenEven though your senior year ended differently than planned, it doesn’t take away from any of your accomplishments!

We’re extremely proud of you.

Congrats on being named a commended graduate! You’re going to do amazing things at Michigan State.

Go Green! We love you! Mom, Dad, and Anna

Katie Suder- You are a born leader and we are so proud of you Katie!

Your kind heart and beautiful soul shines everyday! Be Happy-Be Faithful and Always stay Humble and Kind!

Mollie ModanyCongratulations Mollie! We are so proud of you and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish in the future! Love, Dad, Brittany, Madison, Morgan, Mario & Makenna

Andrew Szymanski- Congratulations, Andrew! We are proud of you. We look forward to celebrating more great times with you at college. Love, Mom, Dad, Isabella, Sophia

Alyssa Boldt- We are proud of your many accomplishments and the beautiful soul you are! Excited for your next chapter as a music therapy major at the University of Dayton!

Love, FamBam

William Pugh- Congratulations! We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. You have an incredibly bright future ahead of you.

Love - Dad, Mom and Robert

Marina Salama- Behind you all your memories. Before you all your dreams.

Around you all who love you. Within you blessings and Grace. We couldn’t be more proud! Dad,Mom and Mina.

Jack Martin- Bask in all your acccomplishments, Jack! You’ve worked so hard and accomplished so much.

Your successes are the building blocks for your future. Love, Grammy, Aunt Shelly, Aunt Andy and Lei

Chole Colt- Congratulations Chloe!

You’ve come so far and accomplished so much. Your family is very proud of you and we’re looking forward to your bright future. We love you!

Aiden AsciotiCongratulations, Aiden. We’ve enjoyed watching you grow up into the bright, amazing, caring person you are.

So proud of your many impressive achievements and can only imagine what awaits you on this next journey!

Love & warmest wishes, Grandma, Pop, Aunt Kerry, Uncle Rodger, William and Abigail

Sarah JardingCongratulations Sarah! Four years of hard work has paid off! You are going to do amazing things at WSU! Be confident, be yourself, and Go Cougs! Love, Mom, Adrian, and Jacob

Alyssa Smith- God has shaped you into an amazing young lady, we love you and we are proud of you - Dad, Mom, Lainie and Taylor [Philippians 4:13]

Brianna Cox- Your strength and perseverance has brought you so far, continue that spirit and shine on! We are so proud of you! Love, Dad, Mom, and Gabrielle Allison WoodworthCongratulations Allison! We love you and look forward to God’s plan for you.

Shine your light on the world! Go Hoosiers! Love, Mom, Dad and Nick

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Grace Haley- Grace we are more than proud of you! You are an amazing young lady and we cannot wait to cheer you on during your next adventure. Love, Mom & Dad

Cassidy, Ian & Mackenzie Bruner- Congratulations on your successes! We are so very proud of you.

Can’t wait to see all that you’ll accomplish and memories you’ll create. The best is yet to come!

Love, Mom and Dad Aiden AsciotiCongratulations Aiden, you did it!

We are so proud of you! Continue to run strong and fly high! Keep it up, A2 awaits!

Love, Mom, Dad, Devin and Owen Sebastian Penix- Congratulations, Sebastian! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments on the field and in the classroom. Looking forward to your next Hoosier chapter!

Love, Mom, Soraya & Sadie

TO THE CLASS OF 2020, Wow, how four years can go by in an instant! It has been my honor, as your principal, to watch you grow from tentative freshmen into such strong and remarkable seniors. Both inside and outside of the classroom, you proved to be a special group that came into senior year ready to lead, take charge, and enjoy your final year as greyhounds.

The 2019-2020 school year started out as a wonderfully normal year. Throughout the year, it was a complete joy to watch your leadership in action as you accomplished great things academically and extracurricularly. The year was progressing just as we hoped, and then came Covid-19. As with every senior class, you looked forward to your rites of passage: your last performance, senior season on the court, field or track, DECA Nationals, Tech Hounds competition, prom, and graduation. Even with some of these things lost because of this pandemic and the uncertainty of the future, you have not lost your spirit. You have risen to the challenge, picked each other up, and supported our underclassmen, who look to you to assure them everything will be okay. Through your perseverance and resiliency, you have shown, by example, that it will.

Considering how confidently you have reacted to the changes in your senior year, we know your resolve will create bright futures for all of you. As you leave Carmel High School and encounter times when nothing may seem normal, always remember, you are the Class of 2020. You have each other, your teachers, and our entire staff who love and believe in you. You will always be a Greyhound and no one or situation can ever take that from you.

With Pride and Appreciation, -Dr. Tom Harmas Principal Carmel High School

BORN TO TWIRL

IRELAND JONES IS A BATON TWIRLING NATIONAL CHAMPION WHO IS JUST GETTING STARTED Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing Photographer / Michael Durr

Ten years ago, when Ireland Jones first approached her mom, Amy, to ask if she could take baton twirling lessons, Amy was hesitant.

“I twirled when I was younger, and it’s hard and stressful,” says Amy, who learned the skill from her mother.

Ireland, four years old at the time, was unrelenting, and Amy finally surrendered.

“After just one lesson she came home twirling the baton, and I thought, ‘Oh, here we go,’” Amy says.

Ireland, now a freshman at Carmel High School, entered her first contest at age five at the Indiana State Fair. It was immediately evident that Ireland had not only innate talent, but also a spark of atCarmel.com / JUNE 2020 / CARMEL MAGAZINE / 15

something special that certain athletes possess. It’s that spark that pushes them to keep going even in the face of defeat, difficulty, frustration and fatigue. During such times, Amy reminds her daughter that difficult times, whether at school, at work, in sports, or in life, make us stronger.

“Struggle and pain cause us to grow and become better people,” Amy says.

Ireland is prepared, however, as she has been coached by Dale White, widely regarded as the best baton twirling coach in the United States.

Even though he lives in Dayton, Ohio, he makes the two-hour drive to Indiana once per month to train Ireland and her 10-year-old sister Vayda. Ireland also works with Louisvillebased coach Steffany Lien. Amy’s mother, a nationally known judge, also consults on technical matters.

and master the challenge. You have to want to win.”

Amy maintains that a focused work ethic, combined with talent, can make a person unstoppable.

“With baton twirling, once you’ve conquered one trick, you move onto something harder - maybe adding a spin or another baton,” Amy says. “The key is to break down a trick into small parts so it’s not so scary. When you can get each little part, then you put it together.”

Last year Ireland won nationals in her division, making her the top 14-year-old twirler in the U.S.

“Winning Nationals for solo and 2-baton at the age of 14 means the world to me,” Ireland says. “I honestly had never been to “I’ll say to Ireland, ‘Just that particular contest, so I was just there to catch it,’ whereas mom have a fun experience. Who knew I would become the National champion? I am filled will break it down with gratitude towards the contest directors, and say, ‘The reason you’re not catching it is Coach White, who believed in me, and of because your elbow is course my family and friends who always Amy is proud of her daughter for having such supports me. My hope is to be a part of out,’” Amy says. a kind, honest, loving, and generous heart. twirling in some way that will fulfill other little girls dreams.”

Becoming a great baton twirler requires Through the years Ireland has competed at discipline, daily practice, and a certain the Twirling Unlimited nationals, the United amount of fearlessness.

One of the reasons Ireland loves twirling States Twirling Association nationals, and the so much is because it makes her unique.

National Baton Twirling Association (NBTA) “You can’t have fear in baton twirling competition. Each year she participates because you have this metal rod, or three in the NBTA annual competition, which of them, above your head, and you can’t takes place in July at the University of Notre think about if you drop them - you’ll have a Dame. Competitions are divided into several concussion or broken nose,” says Amy, who categories - novice, beginner, intermediate, typically asks Ireland to state her goal for advanced and elite. Now 14, Ireland competes each day. in the elite category.

“When you move up, the quality of twirling is higher and the kids are doing harder tricks,” Amy says.

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In fact, she’s the only person at her high school who does it. Her style of twirling is also unique in that she seems to make it all look somewhat effortless.

“She spins like a top - like a little tornado,” Amy says.

In fact, Ireland spins so fast that judges can have a hard time counting her spins. Currently, the world record for spins is held by a 40-year-old twirler who can complete nine spins. Ireland can already do seven at age 14.

When she’s not spinning or twirling, Ireland enjoys drawing, painting, making ceramics and playing piano.

She also hopes to participate in a triathlon with her mom and sister, for which one participant will swim, one will bike and one will run.

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Last year Ireland Jones won nationals in her division, making her the top 14-year-old twirler in the U.S.

The foundation of Ireland’s being, however, resides not in her talent but in her deep Christian faith. She recites the same prayer each time she twirls: “God is good all the time. All the time, God is good.”

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Whatever happens, Ireland is just thrilled to be performing.

“Being able to represent this unique sport is really an honor,” Ireland says.

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ad’s can be some of the hardest people to surprise and purchase for. But it’s that time of year again to start tackling this job and planning ways to celebrate those dads in our lives. Father’s Day is just around the corner and here are a few ways you can make your dad feel pretty special.

1. DAD LIBS This is a fun one! There are plenty of printables online but you can easily make up your own. Write out a story, leave certain words blank, and then have your kids fill in the blanks to make for some really hilarious entertainment that you can read over and over. If it’s a really good one, add a favorite photo of him and the kids and have it all framed it for his desk!

2. PIZZERIA FUN Who doesn’t love pizza? Grab all the ingredients needed to make pizza and have a pizzeria of your own! You’ll need dough, sauce, toppings, and maybe even give him a pizza oven for a real surprise! The kids can make menus and signs for the “restaurant.”

Throw on some aprons and play Italian music for full effect. This one is great because the entire family can be a part of it and it makes for a great night in the kitchen. Just make sure dad doesn’t have to clean up!

3. FAMILY ADVENTURES Dad is sure to enjoy any time adventuring with the family. If your family is more active and up for a long day, pick a state park to explore on a hike and try a trail you’ve never done before. If you are ready for a family bike ride, haul the bikes to a fun paved trail where you can stop for ice cream in the middle. Taking a boat out on the lake for the day would also be a fun way to celebrate dad and you can even pack everything you’d need for fishing if you think he’d be up for it.

4. BACKYARD BBQ If you are up for the grilling task, grab some ribs and chicken wings and head out back to fire up the grill and swap places with the dad in your life on this special day. Or, if you are more like me, order in your favorite BBQ and heat it up when everyone’s ready to eat!

Either way, it’s the thought that counts.

Even better, make it into a picnic and grab some buns, some beer, or some bottled cokes and head to your favorite park. Let the kids pack the basket and plan the sides and games. They can even wrap the silverware in napkins for an added touch.

5. ALONE TIME Because it’s Father’s Day, let him choose how he’d like to spend some time alone. He might want to watch a game, play some golf, take a nap or work in the garden, but whatever he chooses, he’s sure to appreciate a few hours by himself. He’s sure to still want to hang out with the family at the end of the day, but letting him enjoy some kid-free time is something he’s sure to love!

6. REWARD HIM We all know dad is the best, so why not surprise him with his very own trophy and shower him with love (and some gifts). There’s a lot of DIY trophy inspiration online and you can totally make this one-of-a-kind gift for dad.

Add dinosaurs, mini grills or hockey pucks and go for it! Spray it all silver or gold and add No. 1 DAD somewhere, and you’ve got a great gift for this Father’s Day that he can keep forever and show off. You can even fill the trophy with gift cards and tickets he can turn in for the kids to do chores, watch a game with him, or for quiet time.

However you spoil your dad this Father’s Day, he will cherish you taking the time to shower him with love and gifts on this special day.

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KATIE BILTIMIER WINS CARMEL CLAY SCHOOLS 2020 TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD Story & Photo Provided by Carmel Clay Schools

Katie Biltimier, Special Education Teacher at Carmel Elementary, was recently awarded the 2020 Stephen A. Backer Teacher of the Year for Carmel Clay Schools.

Biltimier received the surprise announcement at her home, complete with decorative yard signs, flowers, balloons and a car parade led by School Resource Officer Matthew Broadnax. Biltimier will now represent Carmel Clay Schools at the Indiana Teacher of the Year competition which will be held in the fall.

An educator of 24 years, Biltimier began her career at Carmel Clay Schools in 2012 as a Special Education Instructional Assistant at Prairie Trace Elementary. In 2013, she joined Carmel Elementary as a Special Education Teacher. In her time at CE, she has served as a Lead Teacher and on numerous school and district committees.

One nomination described Biltimier as a dedicated educator who is patient, kind and an advocate for all students.

“Katie models patience, engagement and supportive strategies to help all kids,” read one nomination. “Katie sees the best in everyone, sees the potential in everyone and is highly respected by her peers because of her initiative, excitement, ingenuity and hard work.”

Carmel Elementary Principal Megan Klinginsmith was honored to recognize Biltimier.

“I’m thrilled for Katie to receive this award and be able to celebrate her work as a special educator,” Klinginsmith says. “She inspires educators around her with her devotion to students, eagerness to collaborate and incredible work ethic.

Dr. Michael Beresford, Superintendent of Schools, extended his congratulations to Biltimier on earning the achievement.

“I am so happy for Katie and offer my congratulations and gratitude for her service to our students,” he says. “She has committed her life’s work to helping students who learn differently and need a creative and caring teacher to help them tap into their strengths and to engage in all that school has to offer.”

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A FRES H F O CU S S A V O R R E S TA U R A N T B R I N G S F R E S H F O O D & UNIQUE DINING CONCEPT TO CARMEL

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to start a restaurant in Carmel. Savor Restaurant opened in January this year.

Many years ago, Henri Najem hosted a fundraiser at his former Geist restaurant Bella Vita, at which Carmel Mayor James Brainard was present.

“It’s incredible what they’ve created, and I just thought it was time for me to put a concept in there,” Najem says.

“It was just at the inception of the arts district there in Carmel, where they really started the renovation,” Najem says.

After watching the area grow and develop from that point forward, Najem decided

Located in Carmel’s Arts and Design District, Savor offers up a contemporary twist on classic Mediterranean and European cuisine. Savor’s menu features handmade pasta, fresh seafood, free-range chicken, USDA prime aged beef selections and more. atCarmel.com / JUNE 2020 / CARMEL MAGAZINE / 23

From a young age, Najem was exposed to the ins and outs of the restaurant industry.

His godfather owned an Italian restaurant on Indy’s westside for many decades.

“I started working in his restaurant when I was like 12 years old,” Najem says. “I started out as a busser and dishwasher.

One Saturday, he was prepping back in the prep room. He was making meatballs, sauce and lasagna, and he taught me how to do those things. From there, it just sort of grew.”

Najem started his first restaurant, Paisano’s, at Binford Boulevard and 71st Street, before launching Bella Vita in 1998. Initially Bella Vita was located on the corner of Fall Creek Road and Brooks School Road, eventually moving to a location on the Geist Reservoir in 2004.

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“When the Blue Heron was failing, the marina approached me about taking over that location on the reservoir,” Najem says.

After a successful run in Geist, Najem decided to sell Bella Vita in early 2014, shifting his focus to burgers.

“We became really intrigued with the burger business,” Najem says. “We started playing with different blends of beef and cooking techniques, and that’s how I created Flamme Burger.”

Eventually, however, Najem began to miss his roots.

“I sort of missed the upscale casual dining,” he says. “When I opened Flamme Burger, my challenge was that I was limited to what I could do. I can’t get too fancy because it’s mainly a burger and casual restaurant.

So that’s when I really became inspired to start doing some cool, fresh fish and different types of preparations. That’s how I created Savor.”

Like Flamme Burger, Savor’s menu is filled with freshly prepared dishes.

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“We have no freezers,” Najem says. “All our sauces, aiolis and everything are made from scratch. We don’t buy anything frozen or pre-prepared. I just don’t believe in it.”

Customers can find many seafood options on the Savor menu, from grilled jumbo prawns to red snapper. Najem says he’s able to offer these fresh options because of his seafood distributor.

“Fortune Seafood out of Chicago guarantees it to you two days from when it’s caught off the boat,” Najem says. “That was huge for us. We just try to create these different menu items with fresh ingredients.”

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To keep everything fresh, Najem aims to purchase all of his ingredients from local distributors - even the wood for his wood-fired grill.

“Our wood comes from Greenfield,” Najem says. “With my source in wood, I was just trying to find the best combination.”

While taking a close look at the Savor menu, customers will likely notice that most entrée items feature a protein item as a focal point.

“To me, it’s always been about creating a great protein and then just putting your flare to it,” Najem says. “You start with a great protein, and from there it’s not too hard. Then it’s just pairing up different flavors.”

With his ahi tuna, for example, Najem chose to pair the fish with caponata, which he describes as the Italian version of mixed vegetables.

“Anybody can just sear a piece of tuna and put it on a plate,” he says. “The protein is the starter dish, but I like to pair something with it.”

In reflecting on the success of his restaurant so far, Najem cherishes all of the personal interactions he’s had with customers.

“You start with something you’ll like, but in the end it’s what you think your guests will enjoy,” Najem says. “The ironic thing about my menus over the years is that some of those dishes my guests have created.”

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Life is a little sweeter in the Arts & Design District since the Carmel Chocolate Café opened its doors in December. Besides the expected chocolate confections and other sweet treats, the establishment serves up savory offerings. Part of the South Bend Chocolate Company, it features several menu items in tribute to Carmel.

The South Bend Chocolate Company began in 1991 as the producer of three novelty chocolates for the University of Notre Dame. Today the company makes over 500 products, sold in 11 stores and four franchise locations throughout Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. Carmel Chocolate Café is the company’s newest location, and joins its sister store, the Chocolate Café on Monument Circle in downtown Indy.

“The company wanted to expand in the Indianapolis area and they looked for just the right place,” says Erik Savage, store manager at Carmel Chocolate Café. “They took several months to investigate Carmel and figure out the best location. I came from the store on the Circle, and while this shop is smaller at 1,500 square feet, it sells just about everything the larger store does. We serve breakfast, deli-style sandwiches, salads and our famous lobster bisque. Since we are

open until 8:30 p.m. on weeknights, 9 p.m. on weekends and 8 p.m. on Sunday, people have plenty of time to come in for our wonderful desserts.”

South Bend Chocolate Company imports and roasts its own coffee beans, which are certified as having been grown in accordance with fairtrade standards.

Breakfast items are available until 10:30 a.m. and include several breakfast sandwiches such as burritos priced at $6.49, a bigger-than-your-plate pancake at $5.99, and an oatmeal mug for $5.49.

Lunch items include a range of hot sandwiches and soups, in addition to salads and a few items for children. The vegetable wrap is $9, and the ham and cheese is $9.45. Soups can be ordered by the cup, bowl or bread bowl.

“Sales never die off for our hot chocolate no matter what the weather is like outside,” Savage says. “We have a salted caramel hot chocolate that is unique to this store, plus a Hot Carmel, where caramel replaces the chocolate. I would say our most popular salad so far is our strawberry spinach salad. We have been busy ever since our December 13 ribbon-cutting ceremony. The company missed having a store in the northern Indianapolis area. It’s been great so far.”

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