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Juniors: Tyler Gallagher
Sophomores: Erica Taylor, Alexa Steinangle, Gabe Kuhn, Emmalee Karns, Browndon Wafo
Teacher Sponsor: Mr. Matt Magnusen
Student Booth Hosts: Erica Taylor (South Korea), Derek Jenkins (Judaism), Tyler Samaroo (Haiti), Mia Pampena (Italy), Clark Van Beek (Nether- lands), Browndon Wafo (France)
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The Champions of Learning Award spotlights outstanding individuals and groups that strive to support kids in the community. Mr. Pilyih has done great things for Center Elementary School and the District as he continuously incorporates innovative learning opportunities into his curriculum and classroom. “Doing this stuff just doesn’t work within the hours of your classroom... it’s all day, every day.” He does it for his family and for the kids of Plum. Congratulations Mr. Pilyih and we thank you for all of your contributions! Be sure to check out his acceptance speech!
Center Elementary has been recognizing students for quality work through their POW! Plum Outstanding Work program. Students completing assignments, projects and
but all of S.P.I.R.I.T, this event was significant because it not only bonded our school together but it bonded our school to the rest of Pittsburgh, showing our school’s rich diversity, both culturally and interest wise. Plum is more than what the public sees and S.P.I.R.I.T is our way of making a difference.
S.P.I.R.I.T Members:
Seniors: Nadia Freeman, Katherine Kuhn, Desiree Ulmer, Evan Sante, Kyleigh Stroll, Derek Jenkins, Samantha Casile
Pilyih Wins Champions of Learning Award
Mr. J.R. Pilyih (@jrpilyih) won the Champions of Learning Award in the K-6 Educators category! With family, friends, colleagues, and administrators supporting and applauding his achievement, the Consortium for Public Education and United Way of South- western Pennsylvania presented the momentous award on Thursday, May 2, 2019.