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TOWNSHIP
GOVERNMENT
Meet the elected offi cials of Symmes Township.
OVERVIEW &
NEIGHBORHOODS
Learn about the township’s history
and communities.
PARKS &
RECREATION
Explore hundreds of acres of
parkland and plenty of ways to experience nature.
DINING, SHOPPING,
& MORE
Discover great shops, places to feast,
and more ways to have fun.
EDUCATION
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DID YOU KNOW?
Symmes Township was formed in 1824.
Cover and this page: Photos by Jeremy Kramer / Bottom, this
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WELCOME
SYMMES TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Philip J. Beck, PresidentKenneth N. Bryant, Vice President
Jodie L. Leis, TrusteeCarol A. Sims, Fiscal Offi cer
9323 Union Cemetery Road
Symmes Township, OH 45140-9312
Tel: (513) 683-6644
Fax: (513) 683-6626
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DEAR GREATER CINCINNATI,
Welcome to Symmes Township!
Our community is situated in the northeast corner of Hamilton County,
was formed in 1824, and bears the name of John Cleves Symmes, who
made the Miami Purchase in 1788, which led to the founding of Cincinnati.
Symmes Township is nine square miles of the best that suburban life has to
off er, including:
• A premier residential community, including seven Homearama sites in the
last 20 years and boasting nearly 40 residential subdivisions
• Multiple diverse business districts, including Fields Ertel, Governor’s Hill,
Montgomery Road corridor (including Harper’s Point), and the Loveland
Madeira Road corridor
• An abundance of parks, which off er a wide range of recreational variety,
including nine township parks (totaling nearly 200 acres), the 77-acre
Lake Isabella county park, and a section of the 70-mile Little Miami Scenic
Trail state park
• Highly ranked schools, including both private and three public school
districts (Sycamore, Loveland, and Indian Hill)
• Amazing history, including the Civil War–era community of Camp Dennison
• Easy access to all points via I-71 and I-275
Symmes Township off ers very high quality public works and administra-
tive services and nationally accredited safety services. In addition, Symmes
Township residents and workers enjoy zero earnings tax!
We invite you to visit our community and see for yourself why nearly
15,000 residents and more than 500 businesses are proud to call Symmes
Township home. Symmes Township is a healthy, vibrant, and prosperous
community—both family and business friendly!
Phil Beck, Trustee
Jodie Leis, Trustee
Ken Bryant, Trustee
Carol Sims, Fiscal Offi cer
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KEN BRYANT, VICE PRESIDENT Ken Bryant is originally from Northern Kentucky and is a graduate of the University of
Kentucky College of Engineering. Bryant and his family have lived in the Calumet Farm
subdivision in Symmes Township for more than 25 years. He has been a Symmes Town-
ship trustee for 10 years and has two more years to serve on his current term.
Bryant and his wife, Jean, have been married for 45 years and enjoy being active in
many religious, academic, and civic activities. Their adult children, Angela and Gregory,
and their granddaughter, Jordyn Bryant, are graduates of Sycamore High School.
Bryant has a wealth of business experience. Prior to his retirement from industry, he
had a long and successful business career as a manager and senior staff engineer at
GE Aircraft Engines. His 35 years of engineering and management experience included
both personnel and program leadership in both product design and engine systems
integration. During his industrial career, Bryant successfully managed several multi-million
dollar contracts and technical programs.
Bryant is an active member of the Montgomery Community Church and loves golf,
volleyball, DIY projects, and family travel. He can be reached at (513) 489-1886 or by
e-mail at [email protected].
TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT
PHIL BECK, PRESIDENTPhil Beck was fi rst elected to the board of trustees in November 2007. He is dedicated
to providing professional service to the residents of Symmes Township.
Beck graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1988 with a bachelor of science
degree in architecture. He is a registered architect in the states of Ohio and California. In
1996 Phil graduated from the University of Berkeley with a master of science degree in
construction management. He has 29 years of combined experience in the management
of complex public programs including transit, sports, aviation, military, parking and roadway
structures, and wastewater facilities. Beck is currently the project executive for both the
City of Cincinnati and Hamilton County on The Banks project on Cincinnati’s riverfront.
Since 1999 Beck has been honored to serve as an offi cer in the United States Navy,
Civil Engineering Corps (including the Seabees). He is a veteran of Operation Iraqi
Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan).
Beck and his wife, Suzanne, have been residents of Symmes Township since 2000.
They have three children in the Indian Hill School District.
Beck enjoys serving as an assistant scoutmaster and supporting his children in their
extracurricular activities. He and his family enjoy traveling to National Parks, seeing
places of signifi cance to American history, and visiting an occasional sunny beach. He
can be reached at [email protected].
ELECTED OFFICIALSA three-member board of trustees and a fi scal offi cer govern Symmes Township. The board develops policy and oversees the
township government.
Symmes Township Board of Trustees
DID YOU KNOW?The township takes its name from John Cleves Symmes (1742–1814) who completed the Miami Purchase in
1788, which led to the founding of Cincinnati.
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JODIE LEIS, TRUSTEE Jodie Leis was elected to the board of trustees in 2001. She graduated from Mother of
Mercy High School and attended the University of Cincinnati where she graduated with
a bachelor’s degree in marketing.
Leis has been employed with the Hamilton County Adult Probation Department since
1989. She worked as an intensive supervision probation offi cer for 15 years and is currently
employed as the director of community service. She is married to a Loveland-Symmes
fi refi ghter, Jack George, and has three children: McKenzie, Bailey, and Remington.
McKenzie attends Nova Southeastern University, working towards an anesthesiologist
assistant degree, and Bailey and Remington attend Loveland High School.
Leis is committed to a fi scally responsible government, providing quality services
while keeping taxes as low as possible. She feels it is important to connect neighbor-
hoods to libraries, schools, and parks through the township’s sidewalk program. She has
developed two parks, Home of the Brave and Hopewell Park, since serving as trustee.
She promotes fi tness in the township by organizing Yoga in the Park, Get Fit Symmes
Township, and Walk and Get Fit programs. She is involved in the community through
school, youth sports programs, and volunteering. Leis also feels that family is the key to
a great community and brings the community together through events in the township.
She can be reached at [email protected].
DID YOU KNOW?Santa and his helpers have distributed more than 7,200 treat bags to Symmes Township kids since the
Operation Santa program began in 2002. In return, more than 4,800 toys have been donated to the Toys
for Tots program.
CAROL A. SIMS, FISCAL OFFICER Carol A. Sims started with Symmes Township in 1989 and served as the assistant fi scal
offi cer. Her duties included all fi nancial aspects of township government—from the
day-to-day fi nancial operation to providing assistance in the development of the annual
budget and year-end reports. She was secretary to the zoning commission and the
board of zoning appeals, as well as other various committees. She was responsible for
the computerizing of the accounting and cemetery records, played an integral role in
the development of the township zoning resolution, and worked for the establishment
of the Symmes Township Historical Society.
Sims was fi rst elected to the fi scal offi cer position in November 2013. Prior to that,
the board of trustees had appointed her to the post, taking the place of long time Fiscal
Offi cer John Borchers, who retired in March 2013 after 20 years of service. Sims is also
the cemetery sexton and manages the township’s three cemeteries.
Sims is pleased to have the opportunity to continue working for the residents of Symmes
Township and is honored to be entrusted with the fi nancial management and oversight
of our tax dollars. She continues to be a great source of knowledge and experience.
Sims resides in the historic Camp Dennison area and is actively involved with St.
Andrew Church in Milford. She is current president of the Symmes Township Historical
Society and worked toward the restoration of the 1830s Ross Family Log House located
in Meade Park. She enjoys being active with other organizations. She can be reached
at (513) 683-6644 ext. 304 or at [email protected].
DID YOU KNOW?Chateau LaRoche is located in Symmes Township on the banks of the Little Miami River. This impressive
European-style castle was built by Boy Scout Troop Leader Harry Andrews over the course of 50 years.
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OVERVIEW & NEIGHBORHOODS
SYMMES TOWNSHIP
PHOTOGRAPHS BY JEREMY KRAMER
Living The Dream
Calumet Farm
Calumet FarmRiver Oaks
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I f you’re in search of the American Dream,
talk to residents of Symmes Township,
because they likely will tell you they’re living
it. A close look at the community proves
they’re onto something.
Within the T-shaped township’s 41.8
square miles in northeastern Hamilton
County you’ll fi nd many of the amenities
associated with the good life: beautiful
neighborhoods, an abundance of green
space, three of the state’s most highly rated
school districts, a wide range of shopping
and dining options, and a thriving business
community that looks to the future with an-
ticipation. At the foundation of what makes
Symmes Township a great place today is a
rich history with roots in the very formation
of our country.
From Frontier Outpost to Upscale CommunityThe United States was a mere fi ve years
old when Judge John Cleves Symmes, a
member of the Continental Congress and
one of the country’s fi rst land developers,
acquired 300,000 acres in the southwest-
ern part of what would become the state
of Ohio. Positioned between the Big and
Little Miami rivers, the fertile ground of
the Symmes Purchase proved to be the
perfect location for settlements when the
new nation began to push west.
As Losantiville, renamed Cincinnati in
1790, grew along the banks of the Ohio River,
Symmes Township grew too. The community
evolved from stagecoach outposts in the
18th century to towns and villages along
and near the Little Miami Railroad and old
Ohio turnpike roads in the 19th and early
20th century, until it fi nally formed into the
prosperous 21st century suburb it is today.
A Great Mix of Old and NewThe appeal of living in Symmes Township
is foremost evident in its wide range of
housing options and neighborhoods. Newer
signature subdivisions include River Oaks,
Steeplechase, Calumet Farm, Terwilligers
Run, Paulmeadows, Hearthstone, and Plan-
tation Pointe. These upscale communities
feature a variety of architectural styles on
wooded and beautifully landscaped lots.
Since 1976, Symmes Township has been
home to seven Homeramas, the area’s
premier showcase of new homes.
Camp Dennison, located in the south-
ernmost portion of the township, retains
strong ties to its important and historic past
as a Civil War recruiting and training center
and military hospital for Union troops. Rem-
nants of that and earlier eras can be found
at the Camp Dennison Civil War Museum
and Waldschmidt House, built in 1804 by
Christian Waldschmidt, a Revolutionary War
soldier and one of Symmes Township’s
fi rst settlers.
Convenience Today, regardless of which part of the
townships residents call home, they are
only minutes away from top-notch schools,
beautiful parks and playgrounds, and a wide
range of faith-based organizations. And
when the big city calls, the surrounding and
intersecting highway system means down-
town Cincinnati is a half-hour’s drive south.
Symmes Township: It just might be the
best of all possible worlds.
DID YOU KNOW?Camp Dennison was established in 1861 by General William Rosecrans to be a recruitment or rendezvous
area for Union regiments during the Civil War. As the war progressed, the camp also had a hospital and
treated wounded Union soldiers and Confederate soldiers who were prisoners of war.
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OVERVIEW & NEIGHBORHOODS
2015
WINTER
Operation SantaSanta and his helpers will visit various
neighborhoods in Symmes Township to
spread holiday cheer. Donations will be
accepted for The Dragonfl y Foundation
and Marine Toys for Tots organization.
2016
SPRING
The Great Symmes Egg HuntThis family event off ers the usual
favorites including face painting, games,
candy, the “hunt,” and a visit from the
Easter Bunny.
SUMMER
Symmes Honors VeteransSymmes Township honors veterans who
served this great nation.
Saturday Morning YogaFree summer classes are conducted by a
certifi ed yoga fi t instructor.
Movie Night in the ParkSit back under the stars while we play
your favorite movies on the big screen.
Symmes Day in the ParkEnjoy a fun day at the park with a cruise-
in, great food, live music, kids’ activities,
a fi reworks display at dark, plus much
more.
FALL
Fall for SymmesWe celebrate the fall season with
hayrides, a hay maze, pumpkin patch,
petting zoo, a “haunted trail” with trick-or-
treat stations, and much more.
Call (513) 683-6644 or visit symmestownship.org for updates and details.
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SAFETY FIRSTKeeping residents safe is a priority of Symmes Township trustees. The township contracts with the Hamilton County Sheriff ’s depart-
ment to provide deputies whose sole responsibility is the protection of the township using the latest technology and equipment.
The Loveland-Symmes Fire Department, rated one of the best in Ohio, provides fi refi ghting and emergency medical services
to residents. They also off er CPR classes and several specialized services, including Paramedics on Bikes to assist injured bikers
on the Little Miami Scenic Trail and a database of information on special-needs children and seniors in the township, available to
paramedics should an emergency arise.
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DID YOU KNOW?The township hall was originally located on Trustee Street. The hall had no running water and had a double
outhouse out back. It was later turned into a volunteer fi re station.
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PARKS & RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATIONSymmes residents love their green spaces, evidenced by the spacious yards that surround many homes and the
beautiful parks that can be found throughout the township. How important are they? Each time a levy or ballot issue
dealing with the parks appears, locals have voted “yes.” The hiking trails, variety of play areas, and athletic fi elds guar-
antee that there’s a park to suit every need and leisure moment.
PHOTOGRAPHS BY JEREMY KRAMER
Lake Isabella
Home of the Brave ParkLittle Miami Scenic Trail
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THE DETAILSSymmes Parks
Camp Dennison Nature TrailCorner of Munson and Campbell streets, Camp Dennison 45111
This 12-acre nature site contains a half-mile
crushed limestone trail.
Highlight: The beautiful wooded setting
is the perfect alternative for mall walkers
seeking more scenic surroundings.
Home of the Brave Park11605 Lebanon Rd., Symmes Twp. 45140
This newest addition to Symmes Park
system is a focal point for team sports. Its
54 acres contains fi ve multi-purpose fi elds
for baseball, softball, soccer, and lacrosse.
Other amenities include wet and dry
playground areas and a large shelter that
can hold up to 60 people. The centerpiece
of the park is a Veteran’s Memorial plaza
containing an engraved wall honoring
past and present veterans of all the armed
services.
Highlight: If you’re a kid, the wet play-
ground features a splash pad to cool off
and slip and slide through those hot, muggy
days of summer.
Hopewell Meadows Park9131 Hopewell Rd., Symmes Twp. 45242
The 14-acre residential park, just around
the corner from the neighborhood of
Steeplechase, features tennis courts, a
playground and a two-thirds mile paved
walking trail. The main shelter, which can
accommodate up to 68 people, is located
near the playground; a smaller shelter at
the northeastern edge of the park is a more
private setting for groups up to 38 people.
Highlight: The large shelter has a fi replace
to take the chill off spring or fall days.
Meade Park11887 Lebanon Rd., Symmes Twp. 45140
The centerpiece of this 27-acre park is
a stunning 1906 Greek Revival mansion,
headquarters for the Cincinnati Horticultural
Society and a horticulture education center
for children and adults. The park features a
number of fl ower gardens including a rose
garden. The Symmes Historical Society and
Symmes Township Trustees collaborated
to move and reconstruct the 1830s Ross
Family Log House in the park several years
ago. Several walking trails also meander
throughout the grounds.
Highlight: The Ross Family Log House
is open to the public the first and third
weekends of the month, April through
October, from 1 to 3 p.m. Private tours
available upon request.
Seven Gables Park11680 Seven Gables Rd., Symmes Twp. 45249
This 8.3-acre park features a playground,
tennis and basketball courts, and half-
mile paved walking trail. A small shelter
can accommodate up to 20 people and
contains three picnic tables.
Highlight: The park’s wide open spaces
are friendly to park visitors looking to toss
a Frisbee or a ball.
Symmes Township Park11600 Lebanon Rd., Symmes Twp. 45140
The township’s largest park at 61 acres
has three playgrounds, basketball and
Symmes Township Park
(Wet & Dry)
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PARKS & RECREATION
volleyball courts, a soccer/softball fi eld, a
seasonal dog run, bird sanctuary, and six
walking trails that vary in length from 1/10
to 7/10 of a mile. Three shelters located in
diff erent parts of the park can accommodate
48 to 80 people depending on the shelter.
Highlight: The dog run, a fenced-in area at
the back of the park that is open between
April and November, allows pooches to
work off a little steam while sticking close
to their owners.
More Recreational Sites
Lake Isabella10174 Loveland Madeira Rd., Symmes Twp. 45140 greatparks.org/parks/lake-isabella
This Hamilton County Park features a 28-
acre pay lake that is stocked weekly March
through October. Fishing is permitted from
the bank, dock, or rental boat. Personal
watercrafts are not permitted. Amenities: a
full-service boathouse, picnic areas, play-
ground, and access to the Little Miami River.
A Hamilton County Park day or season
pass is required.
Highlight: Each year Lake Isabella hosts a
number of fi shing contests and river trips
for adults and children, as well as popular
Friday night cookouts.
Little Miami Scenic Trailmiamivalleytrails.org/little-miami-scenic-trail
Cyclists will revel in this fl at portion of the
75-mile paved Little Miami Scenic Trail that
runs between Newtown and Springfi eld
and passes through picturesque Camp
Dennison in southern Symmes Township.
Highlight: The bike trail runs right behind
the historic Schoolhouse Restaurant, a
great place to stop and refuel with a piece
of chocolate peanut-butter pie.
The Historical Chateau Laroche12025 Shore Dr., Symmes Twp. 45140
Chateau Laroche comes under the head-
ing: You have to see it to believe it. The
full-scale medieval castle, near the Little
Miami River, was the life’s work of Harry
Andrews, an intellectual eccentric, who
preferred the days of yore to the present.
Highlight: When touring the castle, be on
the lookout for ghosts.
Little Miami Scenic Trail
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AMENITIES KEY:MORE INFOAdditional Symmes Township ParksOnline: symmestownship.org/departments/
parks-recreation/parks.aspx
Blong Memorial Park11433 Blong Rd., Symmes Twp. 45249
Shore Drive ParkShore Dr., Symmes Twp. 45140
Stonebridge Park12150 Stonebridge Way, Symmes Twp. 45140
Symmes Township Park Shelters
Symmes Township park shelters can be
rented from April 15 to October 15. Fees vary
with size. Symmes Township residents may
reserve a shelter after October 15 for the
coming calendar year. Nonresidents may
reserve a shelter one week prior to the date
of the event. For more information or to make
a reservation, call (513) 683-6644.
DID YOU KNOW?
The township has more
than 196 acres of parkland.Camp Dennison Nature Trail
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DINING, SHOPPING, AND MORE
A variety of retail, dining, and unique shopping opportunities
can be found throughout Symmes Township, but many shops
and restaurants are located within three main business corridors:
Fields Ertel Road along Symmes’ northern border, Montgomery
Road in the northwestern portion of Symmes, and Loveland-Madeira
Road north and south of Interstate 275 near the Little Miami River.
DININGFrom morning till night and casual to fi ne, there’s an option
to satisfy every appetite. Begin the day at Balance Café & Smoothies with one of a dozen fruit smoothies or choose a
scratch-made breakfast bagel from Skip’s. Later in the day,
drop by deSha’s for a menu built around American tavern
fare. If it’s a chicken fi x your taste buds crave, Silver Spring House is the answer. When the occasion calls for an upscale
experience, Tony’s Steaks & Seafood is the destination for
fi ne dining. Venture beyond the three main business corridors
to Corner Coff ee Café in Remington to combine a meal with
antiquing. The Schoolhouse Restaurant, housed in an 1862
two-room schoolhouse in Camp Dennison, off ers a lesson in
history as well as a fried green tomato BLT, or chow down on a
regional favorite at nearby Midwest Best BBQ and Creamery.
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SHOPPINGThe Shops at Harper’s Point, lying within the three business
corridors, has a range of specialty stores, including Cooks’ Wares for kitchenware and a full roster of classes for the novice
or gourmet cook. Earthwise Pet Supply specializes in natural
and holistic pet products, as well as grooming. Ed’s Feed & Seed has been helping residents beautify yards and care for
pets and wildlife for more than 30 years. McCabe Crossing shopping center is the destination for lighting with two specialty
shops: Lighting One of Cincinnati and A Shade Better with
thousands of lampshades in stock. BOVA, on Royal Point Drive,
is a contemporary furniture store showcasing pieces ranging
from modern Italian design to sleek Scandinavian design and
everything in between. Rose & Remington promises to keep
you and your space current with the latest fashions, soaps and
sundries, jewelry, accessories, and trendy touches for the home.
MORE FUNRelax with a visit to the salon and spa professionals at Paragon Salon. Play year-round at Grand Sands All Season Beach Volleyball, which has more than 20,000 square feet of indoor and
outdoor sand volleyball courts, and at The Club at Harper’s Point, set to expand with an outdoor pool and state-of-the-art clay courts,
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Residents of Symmes Township are served by three highly rated school
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Loveland City School District serves the northeastern portion of Symmes
Township and includes six schools: early childhood center, primary, elementary,
intermediate, middle, and high school. The school system has a history of
community support, updating and expanding its facilities as enrollment
has grown. LCSD has a strong commitment to preparing students for
the digital world they will live and work in. Beginning with the 2015–
2016 academic year, all students pre-K through grade 12 have access to
either a Chromebook Internet-based learning system or Android tablet.
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Indian Hill Exempted Village Schools serves students living in the Camp
Dennison and Remington areas of Symmes Township, as well as other
designated areas. The district consists of four schools: primary, elementary,
middle, and high school. With a motto of “Enduring Excellence in Learning,
Leadership, Innovation & Service,” Indian Hill provides students with exceptional
opportunities to explore and participate in a range of academic, artistic, and
athletic pursuits. The district receives superior ratings on the State Performance
Index. It is consistently ranked fi rst, second, or third in Ohio by Newsweekand U.S. News & World Report and has been ranked in the top 100 schools
nationally by Newsweek four years in a row.
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Sycamore Community Schools serves students in western Symmes Township.
Consistently rated as one of the top-performing school districts in the state,
Sycamore High School graduated 21 National Merit Scholarship fi nalists in
2015. Sycamore is known for its top-notch faculty, challenging curriculum, and
high expectations for all students throughout its elementary, intermediate,
junior high, and high schools. High school students have a study choice of
six diff erent languages, and all students have access to a 10-acre land lab
at Symmes Elementary for instilling environmental responsibility through a
variety of projects and opportunities.
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Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy is a private, college-prep, multi-
denominational academy off ering preschool through grade 12. The school’s
primary goal is to help each student discover and develop his or her unique
gifts and talents. All students are prepared to succeed in college and later in
life through a rigorous academic program and by encouraging and supporting
their “courageous curiosity, discerning wisdom, and resilient Christian faith.”
Students have a variety of athletic and fi ne-arts opportunities, 18 AP classes at
the high-school level, and all grades have access to science labs. The student/
teacher ratio is 12 to 1, with 100 percent of CHCA graduates heading to college.
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