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Lisa Proffit

Mason B., a Harmony School of Advancement-Houston senior and QuestBridge Finalist, has transformed personal adversity into academic excellence while helping raise his niece and nephew and working two jobs alongside rigorous dual programs in Biomedical Science and Engineering. With seven AP courses completed and multiple technical certifications including Fanuc robot operation and biotech lab credentials, Mason has secured scholarships and acceptance opportunities at elite universities including Johns Hopkins, Case Western and Howard University. Driven by a vision to develop synthetic blood replacements and provide medical devices to underserved communities worldwide, Mason's journey from sixth-grade student to accomplished scholar proves that determination and compassion can overcome any obstacle to achieve extraordinary dreams.

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A Heart Centered Teacher
Lisa Proffit

Chana Barnes, a kindergarten teacher at Harmony School of Science-San Antonio, recently earned recognition as a Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) exemplary teacher after sixteen years in education. Barnes credits Harmony Public Schools' Core4 instructional framework and collaborative culture for helping her achieve this prestigious designation, which acknowledges her exceptional impact on student achievement and growth. Her principal praised Barnes for leading with love while maintaining structure, noting her commitment to teaching both academics and life skills like self-regulation and friendship to her students.

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National Math Star Ridhaan
Lisa Proffit

Fifth-grader Ridhaan at Harmony School of Innovation-Euless has been named a National Math Stars Pathfinder recipient, joining an elite 10-year program that nurtures mathematical talent from elementary through high school. His recent academic achievements include first-place victories in both the Scripps Spelling Bee and Euless Math Contest in January 2025, demonstrating exceptional abilities that his teachers describe as "well above grade level" in problem-solving and analytical thinking. Ridhaan's success reflects Harmony Public Schools' mission to prepare students for college and career through rigorous STEM education, with the young scholar already setting his sights on prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT while aspiring to become an innovator in emerging technologies.

 

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H-SEF Judging
Lisa Proffit-Rau

Join our Science Fair judging team and help inspire the next generation of student scientists by evaluating projects, asking thoughtful questions, and providing constructive feedback. Judges receive a brief orientation, clear scoring rubrics, and all materials in advance on [date]. 

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Harmony Science & Engineering Fair 2026
Lisa Proffit-Rau

The 11th Annual Harmony Science and Engineering Fair (H-SEF) will take place Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Houston, bringing together the brightest middle and high school students from across the Harmony Public Schools network to showcase advanced research projects. Registration opens soon with a Mar. 4 deadline, and space is limited as projects must pass an online pre-elimination process that maintains the fair's rigorous standards. H-SEF represents more than competition - it's a launching pad for future innovators that has previously sent winners to prestigious international competitions, including a first-place finish at Mostratec 2021.

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