Harmony Public Schools has named the 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year, with a Katy educator earning the designation of “Secondary Teacher of the Year.” Angela Flakes is a seventh grade English language arts and reading teacher at Harmony Science Academy - Katy Middle, located at 22400 C Grand Corner Drive, Building C in Katy. Flakes first joined the school in 2022 as a substitute teacher. She has built a classroom culture where students take ownership of their learning, leading discussions, co-teaching lessons and engaging in thoughtful debates. Parul Chawla is a special education teacher and works in the K-2 Life Skills class at Harmony School of Excellence - Sugar Land Elementary. This class serves many times as an autism unit for early childhood students with difficulties transitioning to school because of the tendencies that accompany their Autism diagnosis. The winners competed against other educators spanning more than 25 cities across Texas in the Harmony Public Schools system. Both winners call Harmony's Houston West District home. "At Harmony Public Schools, we believe great teaching is the foundation of student success,” said Ramazan Coskuner, superintendent of Harmony Public Schools, Houston South & West Districts. “Our Teachers of the Year embody that belief every day through their dedication, innovative instruction and commitment to their students' growth. These outstanding educators inspire not only their classrooms but also their peers and the broader community. We are proud to recognize Parul Chawla and Angela Flakes for their achievements and grateful for the lasting impact they have on our schools. These two teachers' passion and excellence make Harmony stronger every day.”

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