Meet Our Alumni

Since the early days of her journalism career, paving the road less traveled has always been gratifying for Sarah Kallis '18, currently the politics reporter at Georgia Public Broadcasting.

Each spring, as another group of seniors graduates from Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School and officially become alumni, a familiar saying is heard: you are forever a Golden Bear. Few embody that lifelong connection more than the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, Cara Puckett Roxland '01.

Morgan Kelly '04 has built a career rooted in strategy, creativity and human connection. Now the executive director of GLAM4GOOD Foundation, Ms. Kelly leads an award-winning national nonprofit focused on addressing clothing and self-care insecurity by delivering brand-new wardrobe staples and personal care essentials to women, students and families across the country.

Caleb Wilson '25 is dominating at UNC, delivering performances that have fans of the top-tier program—and basketball fans across the country—buzzing. But his rise started right here at The 805. In this feature by "Sports Illustrated," you'll hear not only about his incredible success as a Tar Heel, but reflections from Mario Mays, head basketball coach at HIES, and Jason Rutledge, Upper School principal, about his "origin story" as a proud Golden Bear. Click here to read the article.

Kate Dramis '10 celebrated the publication of “The Curse of Gods” in Fall 2025, the third and final book in her “The Curse of Saints” trilogy. The series, known for its blend of high-stakes fantasy, political intrigue and sweeping romance, has earned Ms. Dramis a dedicated following and recognition as a breakout talent. She spoke with us about the evolution of her work and the inspiration behind her world-building.

A beloved alumni-owned business made a national splash this week when Bauble Stockings, founded and owned by Kate Stice Stewart '04, appeared on ABC's hit TV show Shark Tank on Wednesday, Dec. 10. Ms. Stewart shared about her mission-driven company that produces miniature needlepoint stockings and, after fielding questions about sales, margins and future plans, received and accepted an offer from investor Barbara Corcoran, securing a partnership that marks a major milestone for the growing company.

From the WHIS anchor desk to international reporting and now leading media strategy, Amanda Gibson ’17 has built a career defined by curiosity, courage and a commitment to elevating women’s voices. After serving as an executive producer and anchor for WHIS at HIES, Ms. Gibson earned her Journalism degree from Elon University, where she conducted award-winning research, traveled to Buenos Aires to interview women about memory and media and presented her published work at a national conference. Today, she serves as director of public relations & media for Hannah Cranston.

From the HIES stage to Broadway and beyond, David Carpenter '96 has built a career defined by imagination, innovation and fearless creativity. A Tony-nominated producer with more than 25 years in entertainment, David has produced hit shows like "Puffs," "Slava’s Snowshow" and "Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern." Today, as Founder and CEO of Gamiotics, he’s reshaping how audiences experience live performance—blending theatre and technology to create interactive “choose-your-own-adventure” productions where the audience drives the story in real time.