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Students Spread The Kindness Rock Project
Mrs. Annette Harris' earth & environmental science classes, Transition to Adulthood (TTA), Occupational Course of Study (OCS), Student Government, and FFA have teamed up to spread the Kindness Rocks Project around the Piedmont campus and community. Students in honors earth/environmental science began by partnering with TTA students from Mrs. Blumer and Mrs. Cox's classes to paint kindness rocks. Then, students planted them in the Anna York Memorial Garden in front of the band room. The purpose of the rocks is to provide a pick-me-up to students and staff at any time they have a need. Therefore, if anyone needs a pick-me-up, just take a rock. but bring a rock back when you can to share some kindness yourself. As a continuation of the project, FFA painted rocks during National FFA Week. Student Government then spread the project in downtown Monroe. Likewise, OCS students, under the leadership of Ms. Sizemore and Ms. Starnes, painted rocks, and they were placed in Unionville. Many thanks to Ms. Tripp and Ms. Handsel for assisting Mrs. Harris' students as they made friends with the TTA students. For more information about the Kindness Rock Project, visit the following website: https://www.thekindnessrocksproject.com/
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Student Government Receives Awards at NCASC State Convention
At the first Virtual North Carolina Association of Student Councils State (NCASC) Convention held at Piedmont on March 12-13, several Student Government members received honors and awards. State elections were held, and sophomore Reagan McManus was elected as 2021-2022 Communications Officer. Among awards received, Luke Noonan earned the Dale Hawley Leadership Award for outstanding contributions made to NCASC, and Annette Harris received the Cardinal Service Award for 10+ years of service to the organization. Piedmont's Student Government was further awarded the Louise G. Hunter Honor Council for the 10th concurrent year. Finally, 16 Piedmont Seniors were inducted into the NCASC Hall of Fame for their service to Student Government.
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Piedmont Hosts Virtual Student Government State Convention
On March 12-13, 2021, Piedmont High School hosted the first Virtual North Carolina Association of Student Councils State (NCASC)Convention. The event was the two-year culmination of Luke Noonan and Piedmont High School service as the president of NCASC. Noonan and PHS Student Government organized the two-day event with 47 middle and high schools representing 300 students from across North Carolina in attendance. Keynote speakers included Mr. Union County, Michael Wayne OโNeill; Mike Smith, a Nebraska native who has created the non-profit organization Skate for Change; and Sarah Nilles, executive director of Work2BWell in Oregon. Skillshops for participants included student council presidents from across the United States who shared much about student advocacy, equity, leading through trying times, and financial literacy, which was presented by our own Truist banker and UCPS Board of Education member, Todd Price. Student Government seniors served as Zoom room hosts and facilitated the skillshop technical aspects. PHS alum Evan Martino also served as a student adviser.
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Hudson Shank Selected as Morehead-Cain Scholar
Congratulations to Hudson Shank, who was selected as a Morehead-Cain Scholar! Fewer than 4 percent of the Morehead candidates this year will become members of the Class of 2025, which places Hudson among a strong and select group. The purpose of the Morehead-Cain Foundation is to identify and invest in promising leaders, challenging them to have a profound impact on the people and pursuits that define their lives. According to the Foundation, "We are confident that Hudson will leave an enduring legacy at Carolina and beyond; we are thrilled to offer him this unique opportunity."
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All Piedmont offices will be closed for Spring Break from April 2 - 11. Plan A attendance for 5 days of in-person learning will begin on Monday, April 12. April 12th is no longer a remote learning day!
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Cap and gowns will be distributed on Monday, April 19 during all lunches. Jostens will also be available during the fourth block for virtual students to pick up their orders. More details will be provided after Spring Break.
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Peachjar Digital Flyers
We have launched a new electronic flyer communication tool called Peachjar. To view school-approved digital flyers, simply click the Peachjar button on our website.
