Piedmont City School District has a strong and successful history of innovation. In 2009, the Board of Education approved MPower Piedmont, a groundbreaking 1:1 device initiative that provided every student in grades 4–12 with a MacBook and 24/7 internet access. Funding was soon secured to build a citywide wireless network, ensuring students had connectivity at both school and home.
Over time, the program expanded to include every student in the district. Today, students in grades K–2 use iPads, students in grade 3 use MacBooks, and students in grades 4–12 are issued personal MacBook Air devices. This 1:1 initiative ensures that all Piedmont students have access to on-demand learning anytime, anywhere.
Piedmont City Schools has continued to lead in educational innovation through initiatives such as MBolden Piedmont, a blended and personalized learning model built on advanced mastery, relevance, and student ownership. We were the first district in Alabama to implement eSpark at the elementary level, and we have been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School at both the elementary and high school levels.
Professional excellence is a hallmark of our staff, with 37% of teachers earning National Board Certification and all K–12 teachers holding Apple Teacher Certification. In addition, our educators have achieved AMSTI and ASIM certifications, ensuring the highest quality STEM instruction.
We are proud to be one of ten charter members of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, created by Congress to transform teaching and learning through the innovative use of technology. Our partnerships with Google, Digital Promise, and Verizon Innovative Learning have brought additional resources, professional learning, and coaching support to our teachers.
Piedmont City Schools serves approximately 1,200 students across three campuses, with a mission to provide a strong academic foundation using the most effective technologies and innovative learning models. From virtual academy opportunities to mental health counseling services and school resource officers on every campus, we remain committed to preparing our students for success in school, career, and life.
Over time, the program expanded to include every student in the district. Today, students in grades K–2 use iPads, students in grade 3 use MacBooks, and students in grades 4–12 are issued personal MacBook Air devices. This 1:1 initiative ensures that all Piedmont students have access to on-demand learning anytime, anywhere.
Piedmont City Schools has continued to lead in educational innovation through initiatives such as MBolden Piedmont, a blended and personalized learning model built on advanced mastery, relevance, and student ownership. We were the first district in Alabama to implement eSpark at the elementary level, and we have been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School at both the elementary and high school levels.
Professional excellence is a hallmark of our staff, with 37% of teachers earning National Board Certification and all K–12 teachers holding Apple Teacher Certification. In addition, our educators have achieved AMSTI and ASIM certifications, ensuring the highest quality STEM instruction.
We are proud to be one of ten charter members of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, created by Congress to transform teaching and learning through the innovative use of technology. Our partnerships with Google, Digital Promise, and Verizon Innovative Learning have brought additional resources, professional learning, and coaching support to our teachers.
Piedmont City Schools serves approximately 1,200 students across three campuses, with a mission to provide a strong academic foundation using the most effective technologies and innovative learning models. From virtual academy opportunities to mental health counseling services and school resource officers on every campus, we remain committed to preparing our students for success in school, career, and life.
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