A Party at Harmony School: Great Event for a Greater Mission

The education of the next generation of leaders in America is vitally important, not only to the child being taught but also to the preservation andwell-being of this country as a viable nation in the 21st century. Serving Columbia and the greater Midlands, Harmony School is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit educational organization offering families a unique blend of teaching methods for students. The school’s philosophy is one that views each child as an individual with unique needs and learning styles, offering individualized instruction to nourish each child’s special abilities. Harmony School utilizes an eclectic blend of educational philosophies, including Montessori, inquiry-based methods and Waldorf-inspired learning techniques. This combination of learning curriculum and resources provides experiential “hands-on” learning opportunities for students every day.  Starting with preschool, progressing to kindergarten and ending with fifth grade, students spend ample time in nature exposed to music, art, literature, poetry, foreign language and physical movement. Harmony School’s curriculum encourages self-motivation, self-reliance and independence while fostering creativity and a desire to learn. Classrooms are intentionally designed to be multi-aged and non-competitive, thus allowing children to learn at their own pace. The school also utilizes a multi-sensory approach and style, allowing children to learn by way of discovery and exploration of the world around them.

Being a 501(c)3 organization, one of the ways that Harmony School generates funding is through event fundraisers and related activities. At 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, the school will hold its ninth annual Oyster Roast and Silent Auction at 3737 Covenant Road, in Forest Acres. Along 

with fresh oysters, homemade chili (and a best chili recipe contest), beer, wine, fresh breads and more will be on the menu. Also, there will be live music by Pretty Faces, The Next Door Drummers, Pharaohs in Space, as well as a silent auction. Professional bonfire artist Chris Orr will return again this year showcasing his unique talent for the crowd. 

The proceeds from this event allow the school to do many things, such as provide unique field-trip opportunities; fund school-improvement projects and materials; defray the cost of school events; and, most importantly, offer financial assistance to families in need. Consider attending a great event for an even greater cause.

Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online at HarmonySchoolSC.BlogSpot.com, or by contacting the school office at 803-787-1899, ext 5. Sponsorship opportunities are also available, and auction items are needed. Contact the school for more information about a donation or sponsorship options available at [email protected].