Alumni Center

Carl Blythe, Ed.S.
LC Class of 2006

Carl Blythe is a proud 2006 graduate of Lawrence Central High School and a dedicated educational leader with a deep passion for equity, student success, and community impact. He began his career in Lawrence Township and is currently serving in his eighth year as Principal of Mary Castle Elementary in the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township. Mr. Blythe has led the school through transformative growth in academic achievement, instructional rigor,
and school pride.

With over a decade of administrative experience, Mr. Blythe holds an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree from Oakland City University and a master’s degree in education for Educational Administration and Supervision from Ball State University. He is also pursuing his doctoral degree in Education for Organizational Leadership at Oakland City University. His leadership is marked by a commitment to cultivating a collaborative school culture, investing in teacher leadership, and fostering inclusive, student-centered learning environments.

Beyond the school building, Carl is a recognized voice in the field of educational equity and serves as an active leader in community initiatives and professional organizations. His journey from LC Bear to educational trailblazer exemplifies the power of purpose-driven leadership and the impact of a strong educational foundation.

Mr. Blythe is honored to receive the Distinguished Alumni Award and credits his roots at Lawrence Central for shaping his lifelong commitment to excellence in education and service.

Matthew Markoff
LC Class of 2000

Matthew “M80” Markoff was born in Toledo, OH. before moving to Indianapolis, IN. where he would attend Belzer Middle School, Lawrence Central High School and graduate Magna Cum Laude from IUPUI where he also served as Student Body President. Markoff would go on to obtain his Juris Doctorate degree from JFK School of Law in San Francisco, CA. 

From age 13, Markoff fell in love with Hip-Hop culture and became a prominent artist in the Midwest scene aligning himself with the Wu-Tang Clan. As an artist under the moniker M-Eighty, Markoff would tour the world and is most known for breaking a Guinness World Freestyle Record in 2009 for Longest Freestyle Rap and helping raise money to fund a secondary school for charity in the Bodo River States of Nigeria. As an Artist, Markoff was fortunate enough to be signed to Independent Powerhouses Babygrande and RBC Records and to see 4 of his own album releases (M-Eighty / Almighty / Glass City), reach the Billboard Independent Rap Top 100 Charts. He has performed alongside many greats such as the Wu-Tang Clan, Slaughterhouse, Wiz Khalifa, The Lox, Kid Ink, Planet Asia, Canibus, and many more. 

In 2008, Markoff established his company Holy Toledo Productions and went on to spend a decade bringing some of the greatest Hip-Hop talent Indianapolis have ever seen alongside Live Nation to the center stage including the likes of Lil Wayne, Drake, T.I., Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Busta Rhymes, Pusha T, Asap Rocky, Wiz Khalifa, Kendrick Lamar, Childish Gambino, Young Jeezy, Yelawolf, Limp Bizkit and more. 

As an A&R / Executive, Markoff’s resume is at the top of his class boasting 50+ Billboard Top 100 Rap Album releases, 25+ RIAA Gold and Platinum Certifications and a Grammy Nomination from the likes of DMX, Eminem, Rakim, Snoop Dogg, E-40, Techn9ne, Kendrick Lamar, NLE Choppa, Asap Rocky, Valee, Wu-Tang Clan, Benny the Butcher, .38 Spesh and more.

Markoff is currently 43 years old and lives in Los Angeles, California with his wife Nicole and daughter Valentina Jane and is extremely grateful for this distinguished honor in joining his High School alma maters Hall of Fame in hopes of inspiring many future generations of creatives and entertainment entrepreneurs to come.

Anthony Jacob 
LC Class of 2001

Anthony Jacob is a senior virtual production and visual effects artist whose career has spanned the realms of animation, motion capture, computer graphics, and the virtual arts. After graduating from Lawrence Central High School in 2001, Anthony pursued his passion for technology and creativity by earning a degree in Computer Science from DePauw University in Greencastle, IN, followed by specialized training in Animation and Visual Effects at a trade school in Orlando, FL. 

In early 2007, Anthony made the move to Los Angeles, where he contributed his artistic expertise to James Cameron's groundbreaking film Avatar as a member of the Virtual Art Department. Since then, he has worked on a variety of high-profile projects alongside legendary directors such as Robert Zemeckis and Steven Spielberg. His work has taken him to some of the most iconic shooting locations around the world, from London, England, to New Zealand, where he contributed to both the original Hobbit film and Amazon's Lord of the Rings series. 

Today, Anthony resides in Southern California with his wife Jennifer and their son, Joseph Giovanni, continuing his work in the entertainment industry while enjoying life with his family.

Brandon Herget
LN Class of 2002

We are thrilled to announce Brandon Herget, a proud 2002 graduate of Lawrence North High School, as a Distinguished Alum in 2025. Brandon's career spans 15 years in public service until his recent transition to the private sector. Brandon has served Hoosiers as staff for the Indiana General Assembly, through running the state office of former United States Senator Joe Donnelly, as Chief of Staff for the Indianapolis City-County Council and as the Director for the City of Indianapolis' Department of Public Works where he led a workforce of 800 employees and managed a combined operating and capital budget of half a billion dollars. Brandon is a graduate of the Stanley K Lacy Leadership Series and has been recognized by the Indianapolis Business Journal's 40 Under 40. A graduate of Indiana University Indianapolis with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Brandon has continued to exemplify leadership and dedication just as he did while at Lawrence North as the President of the National Honor Society and Captain of the Varsity Soccer Team. Brandon still lives in Lawrence Township with his wife, Anastasia, and their son Hunter. We welcome Brandon Herget back to Lawrence North as a Distinguished Alum!

Mike McGlothlin, ChFC®, CLU®, CFP®, LUTCF®, NSSA®, CPT® Bio
LN Class of 1983

We are pleased to announce Mike McGlothlin, a 1983 Lawrence North graduate, as a 2025 Distinguished Alumni. He graduated from Indiana’s Kelley School of business with a double major in Economics and Public Policy, and Business Analysis. His 38-year career in financial services includes his current role as Executive Vice President of Retirement, where he oversees a national wholesaling team that has achieved a tenfold increase in sales since 2013. He was elected to the National Board of Directors for The Society of Financial Service Professionals in 2011 and served as the association’s National President in 2020-2021. He was the recipient of the 2024 Kenneth Black, Jr. Leadership Award from the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors in recognition of his dedication to The Society’s core values of relationships, ethics, and education. With the support of the Lawrence Township School Foundation, he and his wife, Alisa, grant an annual full-tuition scholarship to a student manager at Lawrence North. This award honors the valuable life lessons he gained from his experiences as a student basketball manager at both Lawrence North and Indiana University’s 1987 NCAA National Championship team.

Natalie Stewart 
LN Class of 1994

Lawrence North High School proudly honors Natalie Stewart, Class of 1994, as a Distinguished Alumna for her outstanding dedication and unwavering commitment to the Lawrence Township community. For the past 26 years, Natalie has served in multiple impactful roles—including classroom teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal, and currently, as the devoted principal of Harrison Hill Elementary, where she is now in her 14th year of leadership. A graduate of Indiana University with a degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Instructional Leadership, Natalie has consistently demonstrated a deep passion for education and an enduring love for the district that shaped her. As a proud mother, she’s seen both of her daughters, Brooklyn (Class of 2021) and Graycee (Class of 2025), graduate from Lawrence North, further strengthening her legacy as a lifelong Wildcat. Her tireless support of Lawrence Township and her inspirational leadership continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of students, staff, and the entire community.