Our PBIS behavior charts give students examples of what the HIVE Habits look like in practice.  Students have visible guidelines for conduct relevant to each area of the school and on the bus.  We are proud of our students who strive to embody our habits and work to make Harmony a better community.  To show our appreciation, teachers nominate students who demonstrate Hive Habits. These students are recognized on our weekly news show Live From the Hive. In addition, our deans recognize students each week in the Dean Dozen. 

Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS)

1. What is PBIS?

PBIS ensures that all students have access to the most effective and accurately implemented instructional behavioral practices and interventions possible. The PBIS Team at Harmony Middle School leads the implementation of PBIS through a program of school-wide positive behavior expectations, incentives, and recognition opportunities for students and staff. 

2. What Does PBIS Emphasize?

In general, PBIS emphasizes four integrated elements: 
(a) data for decision making, 
(b) measurable outcomes supported and evaluated by data, 
(c) practices with evidence that these outcomes are achievable, and 
(d) systems that efficiently and effectively support implementation of these practices.

3. What Outcomes are Associated with Implementation of PBIS?

Schools that establish systems with the capacity to implement PBIS with integrity and durability have teaching and learning environments that are

• More engaging, responsive, preventive, and productive

• Address classroom management and disciplinary issues

• Improve supports for students and

• Most importantly, maximize academic engagement and achievement for all students

Bullying Prevention

Harmony Middle School believes that all students have the right to attend school where their individual differences are respected and where they are free of fear of harassment and bullying. The school actively upholds and supports efforts to prevent harassment and bullying.

The responsibility for combating bullying rests with the entire school community. Administrators are the acknowledged leaders in this effort; however, responsibility for effective anti-bullying programs must be the responsibility of the total school community. The administrators, teachers, counselors, students, and parents must be united in their knowledge, approach, and response to this effort.

Harmony Bullying Prevention Coordinators:

Dr. Valarie Dicarlo Dean

Jamie Sharp, Lead Counselor

Bullying Reporting Form: Report Bullying Here

For more information on Loudoun County Public Schools' policies with regard to Bullying Prevention, please select here to see documents