Harmony Newsletter

Aug 3 - Dean, Counselors, and Secretaries Return

Aug 10 – First Day Back for Teachers

Aug 12 – Harmony’s Open House (set up lockers) and Meet the Teachers events (both from 1:30 to 4:30). See details below.

Aug 17 – First Day of School for Students

Aug 19 - "Dean Talks" Begin in Resource

Sept 2 - Fall Pictures (details in future newsletters)

Sept 4 - Student Holiday

Sept 7 - Holiday

Sept 8 - 8th Grade "Special Programs" Assembly (reviews high school course options)

Sept 21 - Holiday

Oct 12 - Holiday

Oct 15 - Picture Retakes

Oct 28 - End of Quarter

Oct 29 - Student Holiday

Oct 30 - Student Holiday

Nov 3 - Student Holiday

Nov 4 - Student Holiday

At Harmony, we operate with help from everyone involved. Just like at the airport, or in your neighborhoods, we succeed with the concept of "See Something, Say Something." If you are ever worried or hear something that doens't seem right, contact one of the people below. We want to know so we can look into it an make sure everything is okay.

Contact names for questions or concerns are below:

• School Security Officer, (SSO), Josh Stillwell (joshua.stillwell@lcps.org)
• Dean and School Safety Contact, Justin Dailey (justin.dailey@lcps.org)
• Principal, Eric Stewart (eric.stewart@lcps.org)
• School Resource Office (SRO), Loudoun County Deputy Chris Salter (christopher.salter@loudoun.gov)
• School Phone is 540-751-2500 (then dial zero to reach the main office)

The piece in this picture was completed by Aristotle Erkiletian, a former Harmony student (now 9th grader).

His artwork is displayed in the Welcome Center West, a parent welcome center for new LCPS parents and located in Leesburg (and also serving western Loudoun)! They are planning a reception this fall.

THANK YOU to the Blue Ridge Eagles for their donation of $2,500 towards academic support and the Cornerstone Academic awards nights.

(attached picture is with past Eagles president and Harmony Science 6 teacher, Mr. Greg Caccavo and principal, Mr. Eric Stewart)

Open House / Back to School Night

Aug 12 – Harmony’s Open House (set up lockers) and Meet the Teachers events (both from 1:30 to 4:30).

Due to size and similar but later schedule at Woodgrove HS, we ask you follow this schedule:

1:30 to 2:30 (Last name starts with A to G)

2:30 to 3:30 (Last name starts with H to O)

3:30 to 4:30 (Last name starts with P to Z)

(We will close at 4:30 and this will allow parents with WHS students to head over to WHS to meet their teachers)

This fall, our deans will speak with each Resource class about school rules and expectations. Meetings will take place between August 19 and August 26 and will include our three behavior themes of: honor and respect others, model responsibility, and how to show safety. Sub topics include appropriate language, bus behavior, cafeteria expectations, locker area behavior, and how to report bullying.

Separate, but connected to their presentations will be a new LCPS presentation on Title IX: Educating the Future: Student Bystander Training.

Each summer we love to see and share pictures of our community summer adventures. We are happy to review your family pictures for possible inclusion in this newsletter and perhaps even a frame in the school hallways during the year. (picture of Cian's water slide during cruise)

If you would like to participate, please send pictures and brief story (where traveled) to eric.stewart@lcps.org.

Former students, in BSA Troop G962, successfully finished their 12 day / 65 mile Philmont Trek through New Mexico.

Harmony Alum include Emily Heenan, Acadia Geiger, Estella Frakes, Lucy Frakes and Natalie Frakes. A great time was had by all, and they all said they would absolutely do it again!

(and YES in one of the campsites, a rattlesnake was found curled up next to one of the other camper's tents)

Cian Bustillos "cruised" to the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic.

He was able to snorkel for the first time, go on extreme height water slides, and chill with some Capybaras!

Pictures included of some "new" things at school.

• All building floors were waxed including classrooms, cafeteria, gyms, and main hallways
• Legacy Wall featuring staff with 20 years or more at Harmony that used AI to create the photos
• Hallway signs to help with directions
• Expanded parent pick up and drop off entrance

Incoming 6th Grade Hopkins twins, Isaac and Lilly, performed well at this year's Loudoun County Fair.

Isaac Hopkins showed his steer, "Peanut." This was Isaac's 1st year in the Beef Club with Loudoun County 4H.

Lillian "Lilly" Hopkins also showed at the Loudoun County Fair last week. Her picture is with Elvis Presley, her Angus Steer. Elvis was the largest cow at the fair, weighing in at 1640 lbs!

LCPS has released the hyperlinks for its Middle School Intramural Sports registration platform. This link will give you all needed information.

https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/harmony-intramural-sports-2026-2027

Sports Season Summary:

1. 5x5 Flag Football - Aug 31, 2026 to Oct 24, 2026
2. Cross Country Running - Aug 31, 2026 to Oct 24, 2026
3. Volleyball - Nov 10, 2026 to Jan 30, 2027
4. 3 on 3 Basketball - Feb 08, 2027 to Apr 10, 2027
5. 5 v 5 Soccer - Apr 13, 2027 to Jun 05, 2027

Contact: Josh Young: Harmony Intramural Coordinator / 540-751-2500 / joshua.young@lcps.org

Dear Parents or Guardians of 7th Grade Students,

All 7th-grade students are required by Virginia Code 32.1-46 to have specific immunizations. Proof of immunization or other appropriate documentation must be provided to your student’s school before school starts in August. Schedule your student’s immunizations now to ensure a smooth start to the school year in August.

All 7th-Grade Students are Required to Receive the Following Immunizations:

• Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis): one dose at age 7 or older
• Meningococcal (MenACWY, Menactra, or Menveo): one dose at age 10 or older Note: MenB, Bexsero, and Trumenba are not substitutes for MenACWY. Please confirm with your provider that the correct vaccine is administered.

Encouraged Immunization:

• HPV (Human Papillomavirus): a two-dose vaccine recommended by the CDC, ideally starting at ages 11–12. This vaccine is optional, but strongly encouraged. LCPS does not require opt-out documentation for this vaccine.

The first day of school for the 2026/27 school year is Monday, August 17, 2026. Students without the appropriate documentation will not be able to start school on the first day of school.

Contact Nurse Mills with questions: kathleen.mills@lcps.org

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