Harmony Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Emily Nelson
3946 S. Bogan Road, Buford, GA 30519
School Highlights
The following school highlights showcase how Harmony Elementary School is fulfilling Gwinnett County Public School's four strategic priorities of Empathy, Equity, Effectiveness, and Excellence. Visit the School Profile Dashboard to find more detailed data on our school.
- Harmony Elementary received the Georgia Math Leaders award by the Georgia Department of Education. This award is given for elevating student achievement and growth in math. Harmony was recognized for high growth in 3rd and 5th grade math on Georgia Milestones.
- For the third consecutive year, Harmony was recognized by the Georgia Department of Education with distinguished status for its implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Harmony leverages PBIS to teach expectations and provide feedback and acknowledgment for students who exhibit positive behavior at school.
- Harmony Elementary’s Student Council consists of elected 4th and 5th grade students who serve as representatives of their peers. Through regular meetings, Student Council members discuss ways to improve school operations, promote a positive learning environment, and ensure that every student feels heard, supported, and empowered in their educational journey.
- Harmony Elementary has First LEGO League Robotics Teams for Discover, Explore, and Challenge levels. FLL Robotics Team has achieved remarkable success, winning first place for our Robot Design in the Regionals Competition. The Harmony's FLL Explore team of 2nd & 3rd graders also won awards for Gracious Professionalism, Coding, Engaged Learners, and Enthusiastic Problem Solver.
- A Harmony student was recognized as a grade level district winner in the Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition. This competition has engaged Georgia students for over two decades and is open to any student currently enrolled in Georgia public schools, grades K-12.
- Harmony Elementary celebrated International Family Night with an engaging community event that showcased the diverse cultures of our school community. The evening included a performance by the Orff Ensemble, a student parade, cultural crafts, stories, dancing and language activities. Families also enjoyed family culture tables with delicious food samples and informative displays. The event encouraged family participation and celebrated the diverse cultures of our school.
- Harmony Elementary's 4th and 5th grade students delivered an outstanding performance in the Treasure Island Musical Theatre Show in December. This event was an amazing experience for our young performers, helping them build confidence and develop essential skills in stage direction and teamwork. The students showcased their talents through captivating acting, singing, and bringing the adventurous tale of Treasure Island to life.
- Harmony Elementary hosted its first Literacy Carnival bringing students, families, and staff together to celebrate reading through engaging activities and performances. The vibrant evening featured exciting carnival games and lively performances by 2nd and 3rd grade students in the gym. Families enjoyed the festive atmosphere while cheering on their children and participating in literacy-themed fun.
- The Harmony Elementary PTO sponsored several family and community events throughout the year, including Holiday Night, Trivia Night, Bingo Night, and Skate Nights. Our PTO’s Color Run was a successful fundraiser to support Harmony’s goal of additional new playground equipment for our students.
- As part of the Seckinger Cluster, Harmony focuses on educating students with the AI-Readiness Framework. Our goal is to ensure that every student understands AI and can navigate its impact, making them future-ready individuals. Our cluster hosted its first Seckinger AI Night where we highlighted ways we provide opportunities for students to develop their future-ready skills.