Investing in Teamwork, Leadership, and the Stories of Every Pirate
The Perry High School community is proud to announce a new partnership that will expand coverage and celebration of its student-athletes and activities. Thanks to the sponsorship of SMACNA-Cleveland / SMART Local 33, Perry High School will now utilize the uReport platform to highlight every team, every athlete, and every student organization.
This sponsorship ensures that Perry’s athletic program sand extracurricular activities can be covered consistently—without adding additional workload or financial burden to the school.
A Partnership Built on Shared Values
At first glance, HVAC/Sheet Metal contractors and high school athletics may seem worlds apart.In reality, they are built on many of the same foundational values: teamwork, leadership, preparation, accountability, and pride in performance.
SMACNA-Clevelandand SMART Local 33 represent highly trained HVAC/Sheet Metal unionprofessionals who collaborate daily to build and maintain the infrastructure ofNortheast Ohio. Their 4-year Apprenticeship Program emphasizes high wages, technical skill development, leadership, discipline, and mentorship whichresult in a fulfilling and life-long career in the HVAC/Sheet Metal union construction industry. These values mirror what student-athletes and activity participants develop at Perry High School.
“SMACNA-Cleveland and SMART Local 33 are committed to strengthening the communities where our members live and work,” said Michael Steidel, President of SMACNA-Cleveland. “Perry High School students demonstrate the same teamwork, leadership, and work ethic that drive success in the skilled trades. We’re proud to help ensure their efforts are recognized and celebrated.”
SMART Local 33 President / Business Manager Corey Beaubien added, “What I learned playing High School sports allowed me to develop the skills I use every day with my Union Brothers and Sisters. These skills aided me in becoming a leader on the field, in the shop, and in the Union. SMART Local 33 is proud to support students as they develop the skills to work together on the field as we do on the job site with SMACNA – Cleveland. Trust and Unity are developed on the field and flourish as the next generation ofUnion Sheet Metal Workers enter the workforce, together.”
Giving Every Pirate a Voice
uReport is a human-powered, AI-assisted storytelling platform that enables schools to quickly generate professional-quality recaps, athlete spotlights, photo galleries, and feature stories. Coaches, students, and parent volunteers can upload stats, photos, and videos, and create polished content in minutes, making it easy to keep the Perry community informed and engaged.
The platform is designed to spotlight more than just varsity headline sports. From JV and freshmen teams to band, cheer, clubs, and special programs, uReport ensures broader and more equitable coverage across campus.
“uReport was built to make storytelling accessible and sustainable for schools,” said Regan Fitzpatrick, President of DistrictWON and uReport. “We are incredibly grateful to SMACNA-Cleveland and SMART Local 33 for supporting Perry High School. Their investment ensures that Pirates at every level can be recognized for their dedication, leadership, and achievements.”
Strengthening the Perry Community
When student accomplishments are shared consistently, pride grows. Parents stay more connected. Alumni re-engage. The broader community sees the positive impact happening within the school.
Through this sponsorship, SMACNA-Cleveland and SMART Local 33 are helping Perry High School strengthen those connections—while reinforcing the importance of leadership, teamwork, and preparation both on the field and in future careers.
In the coming weeks, families and community members will begin seeing expanded coverage of games, competitions, performances, and events throughout the year.
Because whether on a job site or representing the Pirates, success is built the same way: through teamwork, leadership, and a commitment to excellence.