Welcome to Harlem Elementary!

At Harlem Elementary we take a proactive approach to educating the whole child, academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.

We are committed to providing a warm, inviting atmosphere and a safe environment.  Our open door policy encourages parental involvement in the educational process of our students.

School Mission and Beliefs

The mission of Harlem Elementary is to enhance our lives academically, emotionally, and socially as we adapt to our changing world. At Harlem, we believe that each child is entitled to a comprehensive education and that students, staff and parents share in the responsibility for providing that education.  We believe…..

• all students can learn and experience success
• all students are worthy of respect
• all teachers must have high expectations for their students

Programs, Services and Activities

• Pre-School Program for children with disabilities- PPCD
• All-day kindergarten
• Pre-kindergarten
• Gifted and Talented Program
• Title I Services
• Behavior Improvement Program (BIP)
• Speech Therapy
• Special Education
• Accelerated Reader
• Reading Recovery
• Sit Together and Read (STAR) Lab
• Project Read
• Family Involvement Coordinator
• Dyslexia Program
• U.I.L.
• Art, Music & Physical Education for kindergarten through fifth grade
• Computer Assisted Instruction
• Tutorials
• Counseling services
• Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)
• Junior Achievement
  

Facts about Harlem Elementary School

• Texas Recognized Campus
• Originally built in 1923
• New facility built in 1992
• Location: 3333 I-10 East Freeway
• Mascot: Roadrunner
• School colors: red and white
• Population:  807 students as of Oct. 5, 2007, membership report
• Partner in Education: LCY Elastomers
• Ethnicity: 37% African American, 24% White, 36% Hispanic, 3% Other

A Message From Our Principal…

  Welcome to Harlem Elementary, where…

• students are our main focus.
• students are constantly encouraged.
• all students are given equal educational opportunities.
• tomorrow’s leaders are groomed and polished.
• students take responsibility for the learning process.
• students become productive members of society.
• our staff is patient, nurturing and compassionate.

Sincerely,

Michael Wahl
Principal