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Classes at Christopher Columbus High School in Miami are canceled Tuesday. The school will be celebrating alumni in the College Football Playoff title game between Indiana and Miami. The game is Monday night in South Florida. Indiana’s quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, and Miami’s coach, Mario Cristobal, are both alumni. The school is buzzing with excitement and divided loyalties. Columbus has seven graduates involved in the game. The community is deeply connected, with many families knowing each other. The game is a special moment for the school, showcasing the success of its alumni on a national stage.