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Longtime educator a finalist for CMS Teacher of the Year Tuttle strives to teach whole child by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
MATTHEWS – Twenty years after Charl o t t e - Me c k l e n burg Schools recognized KimTuttle berly Tuttle as New Teacher of the Year, the dis-
trict is again recognizing her work in the classroom. This time, she's been named Southeast Learning Community Teacher of the Year. Throughout her career, Tuttle has drawn inspiration from teachers and principals that have helped her understand the essence of teaching the whole child. “When you teach the whole child, you're not just teaching the content, the standards, the objectives, the state test – that comes along with it – but you're teaching those valuable skills of (being)
a citizen,” Tuttle said. Tuttle teaches Advanced Placement language and composition, as well as 11th grade honors English at Levine Middle College High School, where students can graduate with a diploma and associate degree. She works to create a safe haven for students in her classroom so they feel comfortable enough to talk to her before school or during lunch. Such interactions go a long
Kandi Deitemeyer, president of Central Piedmont Community College, said the college calls on stakeholders to help tell the school's story to the community. Photo courtesy of CPCC
Central Piedmont reveals new branding
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Girl Scout shatters record for cookie sales
CHARLOTTE – Central Piedmont Community College has launched new branding, which includes new colors, logo, website and advertising campaign, to better tell its story throughout Charlotte-Mecklenburg. Central Piedmont partnered with Candescence to study the college's brand over 15 months, taking input from more than 3,000 people. The study found people know the college, but aren't aware of the depth and breadth of its programs. “The research bore out the college’s need to reach more families in individuals in Charlotte-Mecklenburg,” President Kandi Deitemeyer said. “We think this new brand will help show the community that Central Piedmont is bold, forward-thinking, ambitious and optimistic. The college can provide you a pathway to career
9-year-old sold more than 4,000 boxes by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com
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Festivals BeachFest Matthews offers live music in a carnival atmosphere on May 10 and 11 at Stumptown Park. Hip Pocket, The Extraordinaires and The Entertainers are among seven groups to hit the stage.
Music MoochiePalooza IV features seven nights of music, beginning May 13, inside and out on the patio at Moochies Tavern in support of St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. Jade Moore, Taplow, Province of Thieves and Decarlo are a few of the many performers.
Food Restaurants like Bellé Grille and Santé are offering Mother's Daythemed brunches. Some may require reservations, so call in advance.
Artsy Moms and daughters can plan a crafty outing at artsy shops like Paper Crafters Muse, The Tipsy Paintbrush and Paint Ur Peace in Matthews.
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MINT HILL – Maddie Miller doesn’t aim low. When she has a goal in mind, she goes for it, no matter how out of reach it may seem. So while the rest of Girl Scout Troop 1782 was excited about possibly selling enough Samoas and Thin Mints to win backpacks, T-shirts and Carowinds tickets, 9-year-old Maddie’s eyes locked onto only one thing – the grand prize laptop. The catch? She would need to sell at least 3,550 boxes of Girl Scout cookies to get it. Maddie’s mom, Patty Hill-Miller, almost had a heart attack when she learned of her daughter’s lofty goal, especially since they sold roughly half that many the year before. “I know my heart skipped a beat,” she said. “She just looked at me and said, ‘We can do this.’” Maddie, who lives in Mint Hill and attends Bain Elementary School, wasted no time getting started. Like most Girl Scouts, she talked to neighbors, friends and family, but that’s not all. She and her mom also handed out
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PGA partners Couple volunteers annually at Wells Fargo Championship by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com
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Maddie Miller, 9, sold over 4,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies this season, making her the 2019 Top Seller and Girl Scouts Hornets Council Record Breaker. Photos courtesy of Patty Hill-Miller
Python overshadows pro athletes
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Go on a mother-daughter movie night. Gush with the little ones over “Pokemon Detective Pikachu” or live vicariously through Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson as scam artists getting back at rotten men in “The Hustle.”
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MINT HILL – The Pine Lake Country Club looked like a reunion of current and former Carolina Panthers on May 6. But it was Delilah that stole the show during the Joe Maus Foundation 2019 Celebrity Golf Tournament. The Ball Python took
INDEX Joe Maus Foundation board member Mike Maus handles Delilah, a ball python, at the Joe Maus Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament on May 6 at Pine Lake Country Club. Paul Nielsen/MMHW photo
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in the action at the No. 9 green. She was being handled by Melissa Reynard of Carolina Waterfowl Rescue. The rescue, located in Indian Trail, has had a presence at the Maus Foundation tourney for several years. “A lot of people had their picture taken with the snake,” Reynard
Ric and Lucinda Sheer are among 2,600 people volunteering at the Wells Fargo Championship this week at Quail Hollow Club. Paul Nielsen/ MMHW photo
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The Loyalist Market holds a Mother's Day Twilight Artisan Pop Up Market from 6 to 9 p.m. May 10 in the courtyard. About 15 vendors will be available.
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CHARLOTTE – After long and successful corporate careers, Ric and Lucinda Sheer decided they would spend part of their retirement years giving back to a community they have called home for over 15 years. The Sheers spend one day a week volunteering at the Matthews Help Center. But during the first week of May each year, they turn their attention to the Wells Fargo Championship at the Quail Hollow Club. Lucinda, who retired in 2008, volunteers at the will call center away from the course. Ric, who retired in
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