Piedmont Governor's School for Mathematics, Science and Technology

Piedmont Governor's School for Mathematics, Science and Technology Our mission is to provide a challenging, project-driven, research-based curriculum in a technology-infused environment.

Junior Research students tapped into their engineering skills as they utilized a blueprint to begin the construction of ...
09/22/2026

Junior Research students tapped into their engineering skills as they utilized a blueprint to begin the construction of their “Litter Logperch” litter trap. Additionally, they presented the negative impacts of litter on human health, animal wellbeing, habitats, the economy, and more. Students described the causes and solutions of these litter-based problems, and they specified ways communities can get involved in keeping our streams clean.

Physics classes designed and constructed a “vehicle” to deliver an egg safely from the roof of West Hall to the hard con...
09/17/2026

Physics classes designed and constructed a “vehicle” to deliver an egg safely from the roof of West Hall to the hard concrete sidewalk on the ground level. Students were using their knowledge of velocity, gravitational acceleration, materials science, air friction, and terminal velocity to aid in their designs. The activity was designed to simulate physics and engineering aspects of moon landings to deliver cargo for future work and colonization.

Senior Statistics students completed an investigation comparing whether people can hold more beans in their right or lef...
09/16/2026

Senior Statistics students completed an investigation comparing whether people can hold more beans in their right or left hand based on hand dominance. They created a series of stem-and leaf charts to analyze the data collected during the experiment.

In junior research class, Piedmont Governor’s School students heard from Jessica Smith, horticulturist for Danville City...
09/15/2026

In junior research class, Piedmont Governor’s School students heard from Jessica Smith, horticulturist for Danville City and Sonya Wolen with the Dan River Basin Association. During their talk, junior research students learned about the importance of pollinators in and around Virginia and got to pass around some local pollinating plants. In November, the junior research class will be involved in sponsoring, designing, and planting a Community Pollinator Garden at the Danville Visitor’s Center using some the plants they explored in class.

Physics students used coffee filters to investigate terminal velocity and air resistance. By collecting and analyzing m...
09/14/2026

Physics students used coffee filters to investigate terminal velocity and air resistance. By collecting and analyzing motion data, students explored how changing mass affects the motion of a falling object and discovered how drag and gravity work together to produce terminal velocity.

In recognition of Patriot Day, students came together to Remember • Reflect • Honor the events and lasting impact of Sep...
09/11/2026

In recognition of Patriot Day, students came together to Remember • Reflect • Honor the events and lasting impact of September 11, 2001. Working in mentor/mentee groups, students explored people, events, responses, and lasting changes connected to 9/11 and created displays highlighting what happened and why it matters. The activity concluded with a gallery walk, giving students the opportunity to learn from one another while reflecting on stories of courage, service, sacrifice, unity, and remembrance.

Our September Flex Activity, Peer Power Chats, brought juniors and seniors together to build connections and strengthen ...
09/10/2026

Our September Flex Activity, Peer Power Chats, brought juniors and seniors together to build connections and strengthen our Governor’s School community. Juniors spent time getting to know their assigned senior mentors before connecting with other seniors to hear different perspectives and receive advice about navigating Governor’s School. The activity encouraged meaningful conversations, peer support, and stronger connections across grade levels.

Chemistry students took their learning outside of the classroom with Yard Dart Accuracy vs. Precision Lab! Students col...
09/10/2026

Chemistry students took their learning outside of the classroom with Yard Dart Accuracy vs. Precision Lab! Students collected and analyzed their results to determine whether their throws were accurate, precise, both, or neither.

Let the Metric Olympics Begin! Physics students put their measurement skills to the test as they competed in a series o...
09/09/2026

Let the Metric Olympics Begin! Physics students put their measurement skills to the test as they competed in a series of fun challenges using the metric system. From estimating and measuring to collecting and comparing data, students combined friendly competition with hands-science.

Chemistry students were up and moving as they tackled a Dimensional Analysis Question Trail. Students worked through a ...
09/04/2026

Chemistry students were up and moving as they tackled a Dimensional Analysis Question Trail. Students worked through a series of conversion problems, using each answer to lead them to the next question. It was a great way to practice dimensional analysis while adding a little movement, problem-solving, and friendly competition to chemistry!

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