House Resolution No. ___ commends the Management Team at Chalmette High School for their outstanding achievement in winning the 2025 National ProStart Invitational, a prestigious competition in restaurant management and culinary arts held in Baltimore, Maryland. The team, consisting of members Asma Askar, Denim Bell, Kamryn Simon, and Norman Burrey-Morales, along with team manager Lily Vu, triumphed over forty-seven competing teams from across the nation. Their victory not only earned them first place but also a share of over $200,000 in scholarships. This accomplishment highlights the dedication and talent of the students, as well as the support from their teacher, Elena Hodges, and school administrators, Principal Wayne Warner and Assistant Principal William Schneider.

The resolution recognizes the significance of the National ProStart Invitational as the premier competition for secondary school students in the culinary field, where teams create original restaurant concepts and navigate realistic industry challenges. The Chalmette High School Management Team's success is a source of pride for the local community and the state of Louisiana, and the resolution encourages the team to continue their exemplary work in representing Louisiana's culinary culture.