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Name the Columbus East band room after Mr. Pemberton

Name the Columbus East band room after Mr. Pemberton

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Started by Melissa Hudson 10 years, 1 month ago

We the undersigned would like the Columbus East High School band room be named after Mr. Pemberton. Ora C. Pemberton taught thousands of band students at Columbus East High School and Central Middle School for over two decades - an entire generation of students. We want to show him our appreciation for everything he has done for us and for what he continues to do for our community.

Please - share this with anyone who grew up in Columbus and knows Mr. Pemberton. However, please do not share this publicly. We don't want Mr. Pemberton to know while we are still in the early stages.

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July 16, 2016

I have been reading through your stories about how Mr. Pemberton shaped your lives and it reminds me exactly why I started this. We are currently working behind the scenes to prepare a formal proposal for the school board so they understand the impact he had on all of us.

July 16, 2016

Seeing this grow makes me think of all the early mornings Mr. Pemberton spent helping us find our sound. We are building something that truly honors his legacy and I am grateful for the way this community has stepped up to show him his impact.

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Timothy Ault
10 years ago Featured

This would be a great honor for a man that cared deeply for all his kids in the band and did so at his own expense so many times.

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RJ Bauman
10 years ago Featured

Congrats on the new band room. It would be great to name it Pemberton Hall, or the like, to honor him for his contributions!

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Julie Hovden-Jordan
10 years ago Featured

Mr. Pemberton inspired all of us band members to be the best musicians we could be!!!

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Michael Keck
10 years ago Featured

Best times in school involved Band and Mr. P - he cared for each of us like we were his own children and taught us teamwork, precision, and style

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Heather Allen
10 years ago Featured

There could not be a more deserving man!! Thank you for teaching me percussion!! <3

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Tammy Barker
10 years ago Featured

I have nothing but great memories from my experience with music. My unique experience crossed over from concert band, orchestra, marching and symphonic band. Thanks for all the great memories Mr. Pemberton.

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Gerald Huntington Verified
4 days ago

Mr. Pemberton taught me the tuba. While it isn't a trumpet, its still a mighty instrument needed in any band.

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Elbert Christian
9 years ago

Very deserving of the honor.

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