House Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representative Bayham, 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 and collectively earned over $200,000 in scholarships. This victory marks a significant accomplishment for Chalmette High School, which has consistently excelled in the Louisiana ProStart Invitational, securing a spot in the national competition for four consecutive years under the guidance of teacher Elena Hodges and support from Principal Wayne Warner and Assistant Principal William Schneider.

The resolution highlights the rigorous nature of the National ProStart Invitational, where teams are tasked with developing a comprehensive business proposal for an original restaurant concept, showcasing their skills in facility layout and menu development while adapting to challenging industry scenarios. The House of Representatives recognizes the Chalmette High School Management Team's remarkable success as a source of pride for both the local community and the state of Louisiana, encouraging the team to continue their exemplary work in representing Louisiana's culinary culture.