Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School

I am so impressed with Harmon. We moved from Utah and was worried because it seemed like a small town school. However. We've been blown away by the level of dedication and love the teachers have for the students and their success. Education is valued but made fun and accessible so kids want to learn. They tailor the education to where the student is. Kids who are struggling get extra help, without pulling down the kids who are succeeding. Kids who go faster then the class in reading or math, go ahead and the teacher let's them go at a faster pace. Every kids journey is different and this school understands that. For example, phonics is taught through stories and rhymes so it's easier to remember. 5th grade has battle of the books to encourage comprehension. They have dedicated reading levels through the school based on learning level rather than grade. Each student gets dedicated and individual educational support. It is well rounded and kids thrive here! I am so impressed and highly recommend sending your kid here! Truly Harmon is education done right!

This is the WORST school I have ever had my children at. Kids and parents are bullies. Two men (parents) walk up and down the sidewalk of the school back and forth as if they own it. If you have just even your back tire in the crosswalk they will yell at you, call you names, get in front of your car, demand you move your car, and harass you continuously. I was harassed for 15 minutes before school was out as I was in a parent pick-up line. We have only been at this school a month, and apparently, these men have some deep-seated issues. To say I was bullied is a huge understatement. I can guarantee you that if I was not a female, they never would have gone to this extent of yelling at me, rushing my window, and pointing right in my face yelling at me and demanding I move my car. I was shaking! I said, "Sorry, now I know for next time." That was not good enough; they said, "No, you need to move now," and then continued to harass me and threaten to call the sheriff. After the incident, I left a message for the principal to call me about this issue, and NOPE!!! Never called.

Great principal and teachers. A+ rated school. Wonderful PTO and community!