Hamilton Heights High School celebrates National Apple Crunch Day
Hamilton Heights High School celebrated National Apple Crunch Day on October 28, 2026, with homemade Apple Fritter Bites prepared by senior Ayden Miller, The Reporter reported. Miller, a student in the school’s Culinary Internship Program, developed the original recipe and served the treats to the entire student body and staff.
The dish featured apples sourced from Tuttle Orchards and was served alongside fresh apples from the local orchard. Miller also submitted his recipe to the Indiana Grown for Schools Recipe Contest. Jordan Johnson, a dietetic intern from Purdue University, assisted Miller with prepping the dough, while HHHS Café worker Courtney Tharp helped serve the food.
Culinary program and district participation
The event showcased the practical applications of the Hamilton Heights School Corporation’s Career and Technical Education programs. Miller created the fritters as part of his coursework in the culinary program.
While Miller’s Apple Fritter Bites were exclusive to the high school, students across all Hamilton Heights buildings participated in the nationwide celebration by eating fresh apples from Tuttle Orchards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What apples were used in the Apple Fritter Bites?
The recipe used apples sourced from Tuttle Orchards, a local orchard that also provided fresh whole apples for students across the district.
Who helped Ayden Miller prepare the recipe?
Jordan Johnson, a dietetic intern from Purdue University, assisted Miller with prepping the dough.
What competition did the recipe enter?
Miller entered his homemade Apple Fritter Bites into the Indiana Grown for Schools Recipe Contest.
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