CLUBS & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
Our middle school students are a diverse and dynamic group, embodying a wide range of interests and talents. From excelling in academics as mathletes, historians, and scientists, to showcasing their creativity as inventors, thespians, and choristers, our students are empowered to pursue their passions and thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment.
From participating in organizations such as Junior Beta and the Student Government Association, to competing on the Math Team and showcasing their musical talents in the Choir or Musical, our students have ample opportunities to get involved, make connections, and build leadership skills. Additionally, events like the History Fair, Invention Convention, and Robotics competitions provide platforms for students to showcase their creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Join us at Holy Nativity Episcopal School and discover the countless opportunities available to our middle school students as they embark on a journey of exploration, growth, and achievement.
JUNIOR BETA CLUB
Our Junior Beta Club is an honor society at Holy Nativity Episcopal School that recognizes students for their strong academic performance.
Students are invited to join based on their achievements in the classroom and are encouraged to grow as leaders within the school community. Guided by the mission to promote academic achievement, character, service, and leadership, members participate in activities that foster responsibility, integrity, and a commitment to serving others.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
HNES is proud to have an active Student Government Association. A slate of officers is elected each Fall as well as representatives from grades sixth through eighth. SGA supports our school's mission by serving the school and our community with service projects, volunteer hours, clean-up days and sponsoring fun events for our students. SGA is such an active part of our school alumni often come back after they've graduated to serve.
Some SGA Service Projects:
See You at the Pole: National Day of Prayer for School
P'Jammin' fundraising campaign to benefit the American Childhood Cancer Organization
Red Ribbon Week - Drug Abuse Awareness Month
Stocking Stuffer benefiting Family Services
Santa Shopping benefiting children from Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Center.
Service Day on the H.N.E.S. campus
Love Our City Cemetery Beautification work day at Oakland Cemetery
Volunteer Day at Alaqua Animal Rescue
Math Team
Middle School students may be selected for the HNES Math Team based on their aptitude and enthusiasm for math. Elective time allows for small group meeting times to play MathCounts-based "game show" competitions, create MathCounts style questions, or even write Math songs & poetry! Math Team students additionally compete as part of our competitive MathCounts Team.
There are four levels of competition in MathCounts. There is a school-level competition held on Veterans' Day at Holy Nativity Episcopal Church to determine the top eight mathletes in each grade level. These eight students advance to the Bay District Schools' MathCounts Competition at Gulf Coast State College in January.
Hosted by the Florida Engineering Society, the Gulf Coast Regional MathCounts Competition at FSU-PC in February scores up to 12 pre-selected mathletes from each competing school in three counties: Bay Gulf, Washington. From this exclusive event, the top 4 (from all competing schools) advance to the State MathCounts competition.
Our Holy Nativity MathCounts Team consistently finishes among the Top Three schools in our Region.
HNES Mathletes who have advanced to the STATE level include: 2003 - Michael Warkander, Kirstyn Palgut, Corey Thorpe, Elaura Hodgetts, Katherine Whitton; 2010 - Connor Morrow; 2015 - Jackson Morris; 2016 - Jackson Morris, Danielle Bansagi; 2021 - Jordan Tackett; 2022 - Alexander Stewart
The MathCounts emphasis is on math success, but the theme is always "math is fun and good."
Robo-Bolts
Our middle school robotics program includes a robotics elective that is open to all middle school students and the Robo-Bolts Robotics Team. Seventh and eighth grade students are eligible to apply for the team. The Robo-Bolts participate in competitions affiliated with FIRST LEGO League. Team members grow their science, technology, engineering, and math skills through fun, exciting hands-on learning.
Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through this global robotics program. They build and code a robot to navigate a series of obstacles and complete given tasks. Additionally, students devise an innovative solution for a problem relating to the competition season theme. Core values such as inclusion, innovation, and teamwork are emphasized. Students can compete at the local, district, state, and international levels.
Dance
Our Dance and Tumbling program offers a variety of classes including Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Tumbling, and Creative Movement for both girls and boys in grades 3K through 8th. The program runs from September through May, with registration open from February through August. Classes are held one, two, or three times per week, Monday through Thursday afternoons, in the dance room located across the street from the school.
Designed to be low-stress and flexible, the program allows each child to learn at their own pace and level while building confidence and skills. Participants have the opportunity to perform in an annual recital featuring costumes and trophies. Costs include a $25 registration fee, monthly tuition ranging from $50 to $80, costume fees of approximately $60–$70 each, and a $30 recital fee per family. For more information, please contact Hope Simmons
Athletics
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