Harmony Public Schools offer virtual learning option

Harmony Public Schools announced Sept. 16 that it will offer full virtual learning to eligible students beginning Monday, Oct. 4.

The announcement was the result of the signing of Senate Bill 15 (SB15) last week by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, which provided funding for Texas public schools wishing to offer online learning during the 2021-22 school year.

Under the law, public schools can enroll up to 10% of their student body in online learning. To be eligible to participate and remain in virtual learning, students must meet all of the following criteria:

Students must have passed the most recent STAAR exams (if applicable to grade level). If student did not take STAAR, NWEA grade-level proficiency is required, AND;

Students must have earned a “C” grade of higher in “foundation curriculum” courses taken virtually or remotely in the previous school year (ex. Math, reading), AND;

Students must have no more than 10% unexcused absences during the previous school year, and maintain less than 10 unexcused absences in a six-month period.

Harmony also will continue to offer its “remote conferencing” option on an as-needed basis for students who remain on-campus, but may need to learn from home on a short-term basis. Under this program, students can learn from home for up to 20 instructional days if they have a pre-existing medical condition, or are forced to quarantine due to positive COVID-19 diagnosis or exposure. Additional days may be granted upon TEA approval with required documentation.

About Harmony Public Schools

Harmony Public Schools is a Texas-born, Texas-wide public charter school system with campuses serving PreK-Grade 12 students in 23 cities across the state, including Greater Houston, DFW, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, Waco, Lubbock, Odessa, Bryan, Beaumont and the Rio Grande Valley. Harmony’s curriculum places a heavy focus on STEM skills, Character Education, project-based learning, and college readiness.

Harmony Public Schools are 58 high performing PreK-12 college preparatory charter schools throughout Texas. Harmony blends the highest standards and expectations, with a rigorous math- and science-centered curriculum and dedicated and engaged teachers and families to cultivate excellence and prepare students to succeed in college, careers and life. At Harmony Public Schools, we believe every child can succeed, and we are committed to helping them realize their full potential. To learn more about Harmony Public Schools and its 58 campuses across Texas, visit: www.harmonytx.org, and follow Harmony on Twitter at @HarmonyEdu and “Like” Harmony on Facebook: www.facebook.com/HarmonyTexas.

Harmony Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year for both students and team members.