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Media & Public Relations
For media requests, please send an email to media@harmonytx.org with details of the request.
For more information, please visit our Media & Public Relations page.
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Website Accessibility
Harmony Public Schools (“Harmony”) is committed to making the information on its website accessible to individuals with disabilities in compliance with the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader, eye tracking device, voice recognition software, etc.) and have difficulty accessing information on the Harmony website, please contact HPS Webmaster by email at accessibility@harmonytx.org . Please include the following when communicating with Harmony regarding accessibility issues:
A description of your accessibility concern.
The format in which you prefer to receive the materials.
The web page address of the requested material(s).
The best way to contact you (email address or phone number, or both).Harmony will make appropriate accommodations to facilitate access to any website content.
Complaints regarding website accessibility may be submitted through the Public Complaint process outlined in Board Policy PG-1.12 (Public Complaints).
Please note that some pages on the Harmony website contain links to third-party sites, which are not within Harmony’s control. If you notify Harmony of problems with accessing a third-party site that is necessary to participate in one of Harmony’s programs or activities, we will make the material or information available in an accessible format.
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Report Bullying
If you are experiencing a problem with bullying at Harmony, or have other discipline-related concerns regarding one of our schools, please fill out the form at the link below for the Dean of Students.
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HPS Child Find Policy
Please click here for the HPS Child Find Policy.
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Title IX
As required by Title IX, Harmony Public Schools does not (and is required not to) discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. This non-discrimination requirement applies to admission to and employment with Harmony Public Schools. Inquiries into issues related to Title IX may be referred to Harmony’s Title IX Coordinator(s) (identified below), to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.
Title IX training presentation link
Harmony’s Title IX Coordinators:
Students/student matters:
Charles Lambert
Director of Internal Investigations
HPS Central Office
clambert@harmonytx.org
713-343-3333 x1104 Employee and applicant matters
Kelly Ann Hebeler
Director of Employee Relations
HPS Central Office
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Non-discrimination Statement as Part of the School's Admission Policy
It is the policy of HPS not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability in its programs, services, or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact Section 504/ADA Coordinator at (713) 343-3333 located at 9321 W. Sam Houston Pkwy S. Houston, TX 77099.
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Non-discrimination Statement in Career and Technical Education Programs
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS offers support to school district for career and technical education programs in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications; Business Management and Administration; Education and Training; Finance; Government and Public Administration; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security; Manufacturing; Marketing; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics. Admission to these programs is based on enrollment in HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS secondary schools.
It is the policy of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its CTE programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
It is the policy of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and CTE programs.
For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, CHARLES LAMBERT, and/or the Section 504 Coordinator, IHSAN KARA, at 9321 W. Sam Houston Pkwy S. Houston, TX 77099, Phone: (713) 343-3333.
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Aviso de No discriminación en los Programas de Educación Profesional y
Técnica
Las Escuelas Públicas Harmony ofrecen programas vocacionales en Agricultura, Alimentación y Recursos Naturales; Arquitectura y Construcción; Artes, Tecnología de Audio / Video y Comunicaciones; Administración de Negocios y Administración; Educación y Entrenamiento; Finanzas; Gobierno y Administración Pública; Ciencias de la salud; Hospitalidad y Turismo; Recursos Humanos; Tecnología de la Información; Derecho; Seguridad Pública, Correccionales y Seguridad; Manufactura; Mercadeo; Ciencias, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas; Transporte, Distribución y Logística. La admisión a estos programas se basa en el número de estudiantes de secundaria registrados en las Escuelas Públicas Harmony.
Es norma de las Escuelas Públicas Harmony no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, en sus programas, servicios o actividades de CTE, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.
Es norma de las Escuelas Públicas Harmony no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o edad, en sus procedimientos de empleo, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, la ley de Discriminación por Edad, de 1975, según enmienda, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.
Las Escuelas Públicas Harmony tomarán las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso del inglés no sea un obstáculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos y CTE.
Para información sobre sus derechos o procedimientos para quejas, comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título IX, CHARLES LAMBERT, y/o el Coordinador de la Sección 504, IHSAN KARA, a la siguiente dirección: 9321 W. Sam Houston Pkwy S. Houston, TX 77099, Teléfono: (713) 343-3333.
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TX Transition and Employment Guide
The Texas Transition and Employment Guide provides youth, young adults, parents and professionals with secondary transition resources to facilitate a young person’s progress towards post-secondary goals to education, employment, and community living.
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Harmony Public Schools Admission Policy
Click here to see Harmony Public Schools Admission Policy.
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DR. ONER ULVI CELEPCIKAY, MR. HOMER STEWART, MRS. HELEN SHERWOOD, DR. HAKDURAN KOC, DR. MEHMET ARGIN, DR. OSMAN KANLIOGLU, MS. LAURA GONZALES
Bilingual Teachers Needed!
Harmony Public Schools is recruiting talented, compassionate bilingual teachers dedicated to helping every student succeed. Harmony offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a commitment to excellence in the classroom.
Interested applicants may read the job description, or apply online.
Graduation Picture Day – Thursday, March 23rd
Welcome Back to School Tomorrow! – Monday, March 20th at 7:45am
We hope you have enjoyed a fun and relaxing Spring Break! Tomorrow will be our first day back and we would like to have all students arrive on time at 7:45am and in full school uniform. Tomorrow will be a busy morning as we all head back to school and work, so be prepared and plan your morning drive, pack some patience on the road and when you arrive to the HSS Monday morning driveline. We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow! Have a great remainder of your day!
2023 Public Comment on Federal Grant Applications
We are moving into the time of the year when we make plans and apply for Federal Funds applications (ESSA) for next school year, and we would like to gather parent and community feedback for our applications. Please use one of the public comment links below to share your comments or feedback with us:
Estamos entrando en la época del año en que hacemos planes y solicitamos solicitudes de fondos federales (ESSA) para el próximo año escolar, y nos gustaría recopilar comentarios de los padres y la comunidad para nuestras solicitudes. Utilice uno de los enlaces de comentarios públicos a continuación para compartir sus comentarios o comentarios con nosotros:
Better Together Spirit Week in Honor of Black History Month – Monday, February 20th – Friday, February 24th
In the spirit of celebrating Black History Month and the inspiration of equality, we’d like to celebrate with our Black History Month Spirit Week with the theme of “We’re Better Together”. Please remember all Spirit Week attire must be school appropriate.
Monday – No School / President’s Day Holiday – have read aloud time at home with the following suggested Black History month suggested books: Scholastic Suggested Books: https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/teaching-tools/book-lists/29-books-for-black-history-month-.html
Talented Tenth & Black Excellence Tuesday – dress up like your favorite African American hero (artist, actor/actress, poet/author, athlete, doctor/STEM innovator, musician, singer, dancer).
Wonderfully Diverse Wednesday – wear red, black and/or green or your family’s cultural colors, shirt, head wear or other apparel to participate in our celebration of equality in our school.
Equality & Positive Message Thursday – wear jeans & a shirt with a positive message of equality, diversity or togetherness.
HBCU College Pride Friday – wear an HBCU college shirt or colors, hat or other college apparel (feel free to wear Ms. Williams’ alma mater Grambling State University :=)
Student Holiday & District Professional Development Day – Friday, February 17th & Monday, February 20th
Spring Picture Day (Free Dress) – Thursday, February 16th
Spring is here and it’s time for fancy photos. Spring Picture day will be Thursday, February 16th and it is a FREE dress day. Students may wear school appropriate outfits.
Harmony Public Schools Central Tx District Lottery Information
Please review the Harmony Public Schools Letter including information regarding the 2023-2024 School Year Lottery Process: Harmony Public Schools 2023-2024 Lottery Information
Join the 9th Annual Harmony Science and Engineering Fair
Dear Students,
We hope you will consider joining us with your projects for our 9th annual Harmony Science and Engineering Fair (H-SEF).
H-SEF 2023 will be virtual in two rounds this year. Details can be found here.
It is open to the 6th -12th grade level students.
The application deadline is March 3rd, 2023.
Registration link: https://harmonytx.org/hsef
H-SEF 2023 Committee
Harmony makes history, winning TASBO Award of Excellence for finance
School Will Open With Regular Hours – Monday, February 6th
As a reminder, we will operate with regular school hours beginning Monday, February 6, 2023. All classes will resume at 7:45am.
Weather Update: Harmony Public Schools Central Tx School Closure – Friday, February 3rd
Weather Update: Harmony Public Schools Central Tx School Closure Thursday, February 2nd
Weather Update: Harmony Public Schools Central Tx School Closure Wednesday, February 1st
Weather Update: Harmony Public Schools Central Tx School Closure Tuesday, January 31st
Elite Learning After School Care Spots Available
Elite Learning provides after school care for our students until 6pm daily. There are currently a few spots available for Elite Learning’s After School Care Program and there is no waitlist!
If you are in need of after school services for your student, please review the registration info letter: Elite Learning Parent Letter
HSS-Austin Science Fair – Friday, January 13th
HSS-Austin will present its annual Science Fair on Friday, January 13th. We look forward to viewing the wonderful projects that our 3rd-5th grade students have created.
Project Judging – 2:45 pm
Parent & Family Viewing – 3:45 pm
Awards Ceremony – will be held during Fall Awards Ceremony
Please note: ONLY 3rd-5th Science Fair Participants will stay after school to set up. All other students must be picked up at regular Friday dismissal at 2pm.
HSS-Austin Welcomes the Southwest Dairy Farmers Mobile Dairy Classroom – Monday, January 9th
We are so excited to announce an amazing event we will have here at HSS next week! The Southwest Dairy Farmers will bring their Mobile Dairy Classroom on Monday, January 9th! We will have presentations for all of our students. This event will be available via Livestream on our HSS Facebook page. For more information about the program, visit: https://www.southwestdairyfarmers.com/
GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION (GATE) ANNOUNCEMENT
In accordance with the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented students, Harmony Public Schools will begin taking referrals for all interested students in grades K-12 for Gifted and Talented (G/T) screening.
Anyone interested in the educational welfare of these students may nominate them for assessment. Students in grades 1 & up who were tested in Fall 2022 are not eligible to test in Spring 2023. Referral forms are available at the front office and on the school’s website (see below).
The referral forms must be returned or emailed to the front office by January 31, 2023. The Spring GT testing window is set by the campus in February or March. Campuses may elect to use NWEA MAP scores as a prescreening criterion for GT Testing.
For more information about the screening and identification process, parents may contact the school’s GT Coordinator/Teacher.
Parent GT Referral Form in English
ANUNCIO DE EDUCACIÓN PARA DOTADOS Y TALENTOSOS (GATE)
De acuerdo con el Plan Estatal de Texas para la Educación de Estudiantes Dotados / Talentosos, Harmony Public Schools comenzará a tomar referencias para todos los estudiantes interesados en los grados K-12 para la evaluación de estudiantes dotados y talentosos.
Cualquier persona interesada en el bienestar educativo de estos estudiantes puede nominarlos para dicha evaluación. Los estudiantes en los grados 1 y superiores que fueron evaluados en el otoño de 2022 no son elegibles para la prueba en la primavera de 2023. Los formularios de referencia están disponibles en la oficina y en el sitio web de la escuela.
Los formularios de referencia deben devolverse a la oficina de la escuela antes del lunes 31 de enero del 2023. Los campus pueden optar por utilizar las puntuaciones de NWEA MAP como criterios de preselección para las pruebas de GT.
Para obtener más información sobre el proceso de selección e identificación, los padres pueden comunicarse con el entrenador / maestro de GT de la escuela.
Parent GT Referral Form in Spanish
Winter Concert & Holidays Around the World – Friday, December 9th, 4:30pm
Join us as we host our annual Winter Concert & Holidays Around the World Holiday Event. We will begin with grade level performances. Families will then be able to participate in a tour of our Holidays Around the World display throughout the school before you leave for the evening.
Please be mindful of our limited space for parking and concert seating by limiting attendees to just your family.
Concert Performance Times (students should arrive 10 minutes before their concert time):
PreK-1st Grade – 4:30pm
2nd-3rd Grade – 5:10pm
4th-5th Grade – 5:45pm
Open House Tours for New Students & Families
Are you considering joining our school for the 2023-2024 school year and you want to learn more about our campus? Please join us as we host several Open House and Tour events.
Please review the Open House dates available and reserve your tour spot today: HSS-Austin Open House
Wednesday, December 7th, 4:30pm
Wednesday, January 18th, 4:30pm
Wednesday, February 8th, 4:30pm
We hope to see you soon!
Holiday Cheer Spirit Week – Monday, December 12th – Friday, December 16th
It’s time for our last spirit week of the year…December’s Holiday Cheer Spirit Week! Our December Spirit Week will be dedicated to spreading the holiday cheer! Remember: All spirit day attire must be school appropriate according to our Harmony Free Dress Policy.
Monday – Marvelous Monday-Wear anything that makes you feel marvelous or comfy & cozy
Tuesday – Holiday Best Tuesday -Wear your favorite holiday outfit or accessories (headwear, scarf, hat, etc.)
Wednesday – We’re Rocking the 80’s Wednesday – Wear your best 80’s outfit to celebrate the 80th day of school!
Thursday – Holiday/Ugly Holiday Sweater Day Thursday: Wear your best or worst holiday sweater or shirt & jeans
Friday – Holiday PJ Friday: Wear your favorite warm & fuzzy holiday/holiday colored pj’s
Don’t forget to post your Spirit Week Photos on our Facebook page or email Ms. Williams with the subject: “Holiday Cheer Spirit Week” to appear in Tiger Talk!
Safety Meeting Notice
Central Texas District Safety Meeting will be held on Dec. 9, 2022, from 10:00-11:00 am. The link is Join Microsoft Teams Meeting
District Assessments for 3rd-5th Grade – Tuesday, December 6th – Thursday, December 8th
We will have the 2nd round of Harmony District Assessments next week. Please have students at school on time by 7:45am for test instructions. This will be for our 3rd-5th grade students only.
District Assessment Schedule:
Tuesday, December 6th: 3rd-5th Grade Reading
Wednesday, December 7th: 3rd-5th Grade Math
Thursday, December 8th: 5th Grade Science
Test Prep Suggestions for Students:
Thanksgiving Break: Student & Staff Holiday – Monday, November 21st – Friday, November 25th
Enjoy your family and celebrate during our Thanksgiving School Holiday & Break during the week of Monday, November 21st – Friday, November 25th. We will see you for classes to begin on the following week Monday, November 28th.
BILINGUAL AND ESL TEACHERS NEEDED!
Harmony Public Schools is recruiting talented, compassionate bilingual teachers dedicated to helping every student succeed. Harmony offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a commitment to excellence in the classroom.
Interested applicants may apply online.