Harmony Public Schools Named DFW’s Favorite Charter School in 2026 DFW Favorites Contest

Harmony Public Schools has been named DFW’s Favorite Charter School, earning the Gold award in the 2026 DFW Favorites contest hosted by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

The honor was determined through public voting by families and community members across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Harmony also received Silver honors in three additional education categories, reflecting broad community support for its campuses serving students from preschool through high school.

Harmony Public Schools earned the following 2026 DFW Favorites honors:

• DFW’s Favorite Charter School — Gold Winner
• DFW’s Favorite High School — Silver Winner
• DFW’s Favorite Middle School — Silver Winner
• DFW’s Favorite Preschool — Silver Winner

The annual DFW Favorites contest recognizes local businesses, schools and organizations that earn strong support from the communities they serve. Thousands of North Texans cast votes each year for organizations known for quality, service and community impact.

For Harmony Public Schools–North Texas, the recognition highlights the trust families place in its teachers, staff and campuses at a time when parents across the region have many educational options.

“This award means a great deal because it comes directly from the families and community members we serve,” said Harun Karan, area superintendent for Harmony Public Schools–North Texas. “North Texas families have choices, and their continued trust motivates us to earn that confidence every day. This recognition belongs to our teachers, staff and students, whose hard work makes Harmony a place where children can prepare for college, careers and life.”

Harmony Public Schools operates tuition-free public charter schools across North Texas, serving students from preschool through high school. The district is known for its focus on STEM education, project-based learning and preparing students for long-term success.

The multiple honors in this year’s DFW Favorites contest underscore Harmony’s strong partnerships with families and communities throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and its ongoing commitment to providing high-quality public education options for every student.

The complete list of 2026 DFW Favorites Charter School winners is available on the DFW Favorites website.

Harmony Public Schools is a Texas-born, Texas-wide public charter school system with more than 60 campuses serving PreK-Grade 12 students in 23 cities across the state, including Greater Houston, DFW, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, Waco, Lubbock, Midland-Odessa, Bryan, Beaumont, and the Rio Grande Valley. Harmony’s curriculum places a heavy focus on STEM skills, Character Education, project-based learning, and college readiness.

Harmony Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year for both students and team members.

About Harmony Public Schools

Harmony Public Schools are 60+ high-performing PreK-12 college preparatory charter schools throughout Texas. Harmony blends the highest standards and expectations, with a rigorous math- and science-centered curriculum and dedicated and engaged teachers and families to cultivate excellence and prepare students to succeed in college, careers and life. At Harmony Public Schools, we believe every child can succeed, and we are committed to helping them realize their full potential. To learn more about Harmony Public Schools and our campuses across Texas, please visit: harmonytx.org, and follow us on Twitter at @HarmonyEdu and ‘Like’ us on Facebook: facebook.com/HarmonyTexas.