Harmony Newsletter
October 9, 2026
Calendar Items
Oct 12 - Holiday
Oct 13 / 14 - 7th Grade Healthy Relationship Presentation (out of HPE)
Oct 15 - Picture Retakes
Oct 20 - Texas Roadhouse Fund-Raiser (3 PM to 10 PM) -- open pdf link at end of this newsletter for more information
Oct 28 - End of Quarter
Oct 29 / 30 - Student Holidays / Teacher Work Days
Nov 2 / 3 - Student Holidays / Teacher Professional Development
Nov 10 - Report Cards available in ParentVUE by 4 PM
Nov 12 - Two Hour Delay Schedule to run special testing (but school on time)
Nov 13/14 - 8th Grade "Signs of Suicide" Presentations
Nov 17 - 6th Grade Academic Awards (7 PM)
Nov 18 - 7th Grade Academic Awards (7 PM)
Nov 18 - 8th Grade Academic Awards (8 PM)
Nov 19 - 8th Grade Guitar Performs at STATE CONFERENCE in Richmond (6 PM)
Dec 4 - Round 2 - Spelling Bee - Top 25 from Classrooms.
School Safety Tips
A few reminders:
- Call 911 to report any ongoing criminal activity affecting life, limb, or property.
- Use the Safe2Talk Mobile App—While we encourage everyone to report suspicious or concerning behavior to a school official, we understand that some parents and students prefer to remain anonymous. This app is a great resource. It can be downloaded to any mobile device and is also located in LCPS Go in this form for students to use.
- As always, See Something, Say Something. If you aren't sure or something doesn't look right, report it to staff.
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)
Teacher Impact
These from parents or students to teachers:
To Mr. Bell,
"Thank you for taking the time to send this positive feedback! We are so glad that (our son) is having a good year in history. (His) love of any school subject is very much impacted by his connection with the teacher, so thank you for making class engaging and fun!
As a northeast Ohio native Major League is a must watch in my family. (His) uncle often wears the jersey to Cleveland games. (Husband) has watched it more times than he can count. Whether or not you can convince (son) to convince (dad) to watch Major League 2 remains to be determined!
Thanks again for your commitment to the kids and their education. Public teaching is not for the weak; we appreciate what you do!"
Student to Mr. Cassutto,
"I do not believe that I would ever had developed my interest for history without being in your class! If you happen to remember me, and are willing to let me come back to observe you, please let me know. (I want to be a history teacher)."
7th Grade Healthy Relationships Presentation
Any questions about the presentation should be directed to Ms. Sarah Miller, School Social Worker, at sarah.miller@lcps.org. To opt out, parents should complete the form linked here.
All Count Chorus
Congratulations to our amazing 6th grade singers and alternates who were selected to the 2026 All-County Chorus!
This is a HUGE honor, and everyone who auditioned worked hard and did great!
Donovan Crockett, Matilda Duran, Allie Lucerno, Ari Magnussen, Evelyn O'Mara, Reagan Sams, Marshall Sutton
Alternates: Jacob Edwards, Anna Flasher, Piper Gillingham, Scartlett Mobley, Kara Patrella, Ava Edelblute, Scotttie Pope
Staff Fitness
Ms. Catherine Morrison (6th grade English teacher) recently competed in two fitness competitions (in September).
One was a Hyrox relay in DC where her team placed 4th (out of 24 teams) in their "Not Very Over 40" age group.
She also did a CrossFit competition with a partner who loves books and lifting as much as she does and they placed 3rd!
Share Cart Pilot A Success
Our first donations from the Share Cart were made to the Loudoun County Homeless Shelter this past Wednesday.
We sent two boxes of fruit, milk, and snacks with Louise Spicer, our volunteer from Round Hill United Methodist Church’s Food Pantry. Here is what she had to say…
“Just delivered all the goods and they were very happy to receive them. Thank you! And please thank everybody over at Harmony so much.”
Just wanted to let you know that this program has already started to make a difference in the community!
(This is a 6th grade pilot idea during 6th grade lunch only. if successful and magageable, we will add the other grades.)
Blue Ridge Eagles
The Blue Ridge Eagles are collecting gently used coats and new socks to aid with the students in need there.
If you can donate, please send to Harmony in C9 no later than October 14, to Mr. Greg Caccavo's attention. Much appreciated.
Spread the Love Club Gives Back
Our Spread the Love Club, which prides itself on spreading joy and positivity throughout the school community, met this week and club members decided to make some staff feel better.
They decorated small ceramic pots and put them in various staff member's mailboxes.
You will see other acts of kindness like this throughout the year, and the club hope the postivity and sharing spreads to everyone.
Happy October!
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
October is a time dedicated to raising awareness, encouraging kindness, and preventing bullying in our school community.
Throughout the month, our school counselors will be conducting grade-level bullying prevention lessons with all students. These interactive sessions will focus on:
- Recognizing what bullying is and how it differs from mistreatment
- Empowering students to be active, supportive bystanders
- Developing effective strategies for responding to and reporting bullying behavior
- Building empathy, inclusion, and a safe learning environment for everyone
We encourage you to talk with your child at home about what they learn in these lessons. Together, we can foster a positive and welcoming school community where every student feels safe and valued.
Donuts with the Deans
Staff on Kayak Trip to Sleeter Lake
Staff Breakfast
Principal Newsletters:https://www.lcps.org/o/hrm/article/1802790
School Website: https://www.lcps.org/o/hrm
LCPS School Calendars: Documents | Loudoun County Public Schools
Everything You Need to Know About Dismissals, Buses, Car Rider Lines, and More
Sign up for ParentVue: https://www.lcps.org/PVUE
Join the PTA or Order Spirit Wear: https://www.lcps.org/o/hrm/article/2360486
One LCPS Celebration Day
Thursday, October 15 is LCPS' 3rd Annual One LCPS Celebration Day, our division-wide holiday to celebrate staff and students.
Our school is a two-time winner of photography awards. We'll be taking several themed pictures that week.
Categories:
- Most People in a Photo
- Best Lunch Spirit Photo
- Best Playground Spirit Photo
- Best Use of Science Equipment Photo
- Best “We are Number One” Photo
- Best Use of Musical Instruments Photo
- Best School Staff Photo
- Best Upside Down Photo
- Best Use of Props Photo
- Best Smiles Photo
- Best Multi-grade Photo
- Best Instagram Frame Selfie Photo
- Show Us Your Spirit Photo
- Best Shout Out Photo
- Most Creative Photo
- Best Photo in the Hallway Photo
- Best Elementary School Photo
- Best Middle School Photo
- Best High School Photo
- Best Alumni Photo
- Best Business Partner Photo
- Best Mascot Photo
Library Book Fair Wraps Up
Parents,
We had SUCH a great family night last night that we found ourselves cleaned out of several popular book titles. We are unable to get a restock at this point, but if you are interested in continuing to support our book fair, here is a link for online ordering through Scholastic:
https://shop.scholastic.com/paren.../parent-store-2.html/...
Using this link should give our library "credit" from your purchases. Online ordering runs through October 18th. We don't sponsor a spring fair, so feel free to load up your cart! Let us know if you have any questions.
-Mrs. Meghann Donohue and Mrs. Cori Rovang