Hempfield School District

On the evening of May 20, Hempfield High School opened its doors to showcase the creative endeavors of the art, technology, family and consumer science and music departments. Visitors were encouraged to experience an “Art Walk” with displays in the art gallery area, the cafeteria and the commons. Display cases and wall displays throughout the school also highlighted the talents of Hempfield students. There were demonstrations and live music performances throughout the area. Classic cuisine students served appetizers in the cafeteria and there was a floor loom weaving demonstration outside of the Franklin Office. The evening culminated with a choral concert in the PAC.

Hempfield High School seniors and juniors enjoyed their highly anticipated Prom, “Midnight Rendezvous”, as well as their Post Prom on Saturday, May 8.  Starting at 7:00 pm at the Eden Resort, students dressed up in their finest gowns and tuxes, dined from a widely varied buffet in the French Courtyard and Ballrooms, and danced to upbeat and popular music.  Afterwards, many students returned to the High School for ‘Post Prom’, where parent and community volunteers arranged several fun activities for the students including raffles, inflatable obstacle courses, themed pictures, karaoke, card games, free food, and much more!  The student band ‘Auto-Pilot’ also performed, as well as a hypnotist.  Thanks to all staff and volunteers involved for making this evening a fun, safe night that will be remembered for years to come.

The Hempfield High School National Art Honor Society sponsored their 1st annual Graffiti Competition dubbed SubURBAN BURN on May 1st. Students were required to submit applications detailing what their proposed images would be. Those accepted were given a 60″ x 120″ piece of Tyvek to execute their design along with 8 cans of Montana brand spray paint and tips.  The event took place in the outdoor courtyard to the rear of the high school, adjacent to the cafeteria and the art studios.  Students had 90 minutes to complete their piece. Children and youth were able to participate in some spontaneous tagging on large pieces of Tyvek as the “contestants” were creating their designs.  The Hempfield business partners through Market Street Sports helped fund the event.