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Our high school preparatory curriculum supports the cultivation of knowledge, incorporating experiential learning activities which promote the development of problem-solving, critical thinking and cooperative skills. Students are encouraged to take risks in the spirit of learning, look beyond personal fears, and passionately pursue their interests.

Nurturing Independent Learners & Thinkers

Students are challenged within and beyond the walls of the classroom in a way that supports independence, perseverance, resilience, and self-advocacy. The environment at HCES actively nurtures the development of personal autonomy so students may grow into independent learners and thinkers.

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Amy Vernon, head of middle school

The middle school years aren‘t simply a prelude to high school, they yield rich capstone and leadership experiences that prepare our students for life. Our middle school students rise to leadership challenges and serve on Student Council, lead chapel services, serve as mentors in lower school classes, have starring roles in school performances and compete on our academic and athletic teams.

Target Program

(Teen Activity, Religion, Guidance, Exploration & Teamwork)

Middle school TARGET provides a forum to address the wide range of issues that are relevant to middle school students and critical to a well-rounded education. During TARGET, students meet with peer groups, participate in religious instruction and Chapel services, clubs, assemblies, and grade-level meetings. Through the program, students address topics like academics, ethics, self-exploration, peer relationships, team building, organization, self-esteem, conflict resolution, and community service... just to name a few.

TARGET groups often participate in global and local outreach including the Guardian Ad Litem program, disaster relief collections, collection for local food banks, and performing service work with local organizations.

Electives

Our Middle School electives provide our students the opportunity to pursue interests that may not fall under the traditional educational umbrella. From design to debate, from games to gardening, middle schoolers have fun in electives courses.

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  • 2D and 3D Art

  • Get Moving

  • Global Films

  • Introduction to Guitar

  • Middle School Band

  • Middle School Mentors

  • Opening Night Theatre

  • School of Rock

  • Speech and Debate

  • Whacked Out Sports

  • TechCrewSaders/Digital Production

  • Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? 

  • Woodworking

After touring Holy Comforter, our criteria for a middle school expanded to include more than just academics.  We realized that the learning environment was of equal importance.  We not only wanted our daughter to learn, we wanted her to enjoy learning, which is exactly what I saw happening in each and every classroom I visited at Holy Comforter, regardless of grade level or subject matter.

  • Field Trips

    Travel opportunities immerse students into hands-on, outside the classroom educational experiences. Field trips have included visits to Disney theme parks and other local destinations connected to the curriculum. In addition, 8th graders participate in an annual three-night trip to Washington D.C., a tradition for over 25 years.

  • Traditions

    Holy Comforter students participate in a number of meaningful traditions throughout their time in Middle School. Some of those traditions include:
    • Chapel Programs
    • Middle School Dances
    • Cookouts
    • Annual See You at the Pole Event
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  • National Junior Honor Society

    Our National Junior Honor Society members exhibit excellence in academics and leadership, display honorable and admirable character, and demonstrate a commitment to service and good citizenship – all of which indicate that the student is willing to use personal talents and skills for the improvement of both self and society.

  • Clubs/Extracurriculars

    Priding ourselves on a well-rounded and holistic approach to education, students in the Middle School have many opportunities to participate in activities outside the standard curriculum. Clubs also give the students a break in the day from time to time allowing them to engage with their peers and have fun!
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Athletics

Our Middle School athletic program focuses on character, respect, enthusiasm, effort, and spirit. These pillars directly impact our play on the court, field, and course.

We offer 12 competitive team sports spread across three seasons. No matter the skill level or interest, there are many options from which to choose! Over 90% of our middle school students participate in athletics each year. 
Athletics

Fine Arts

Our Middle School arts program provide our students the opportunity to pursue interests that may not fall under the traditional educational umbrella. Students who would like to dive deeper into arts education have a variety of electives from which to choose including band, school of rock, 2D and 3D art, guitar and musical theatre.
“Work hard, be nice”….work ethic and character are as important as academics and grades. This phrase and it’s meaning is central to our middle school mission.

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Holy Comforter Episcopal School is a top-rated private, Episcopal, coed school for PreK-8th Grade students located in Tallahassee, Florida.

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