Hello HH Beam Families!  My name is Deon Kennedy. I am excited about being the Assistant Principal for HH Beam Elementary.

I have worked for Gaston County Schools for over 19 ½ years. I was a classroom teacher for 14 ½ years and now in my 6th year as an Assistant Principal.  I began my career teaching 5th Grade at Rhyne Elementary School. I have had the opportunity to teach at WC Friday Middle School, Sherwood Elementary and Woodhill Elementary.  

In 2011,  I received my first Assistant Principal position at York Chester Middle school.  From there, I have been an Assistant Principal at Pleasant Ridge Elementary and Woodhill Elementary.  Now I have the opportunity to work with the students and staff at HH Beam Elementary.

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Educational Leadership degree from Gardner-Webb University.

After all these years, I still appreciate the opportunity to get up each day to help educate and support the growth of our children. 

High School: Hunter Huss High School

College: Belmont Abbey College; B.A. in Elementary Education

Currently Pursuing National Board Certification

Pinnacle Leader

I enjoy spending time with my family, swimming and going on vacations. I recently purchased a violin and hope to learn how to play this year!