At Hawk’s Nest School, we offer more than education — we offer a living, growing sanctuary for whole-child development rooted in emotional awareness, creative expression, social harmony, and child-led discovery.
Our curriculum is nature-based, heart-centered, and grounded in mindful connection — to self, others, and the natural world. Each day, children learn through rhythm, play, creativity, and reflection, cultivating peace from within and extending it outward into their families and communities.
Emotional Intelligence
Hawk's Nest helps children understand that emotions are energy in motion — and that every feeling has value and purpose.
We teach emotional intelligence through:
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Mindfulness practices like breathwork and grounding exercises
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Songs and storytelling that explore feelings in age-appropriate ways
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Art and drawing — especially through cartooning, character creation, and reflective journaling
By naming and exploring emotions in creative ways, children gain:
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A rich emotional vocabulary
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Tools for self-regulation and calm
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Awareness of how their feelings impact themselves and others
This emotional foundation helps children develop confidence, empathy, and resilience — the building blocks of peace.
Empowered Art & Creative Expression
Art isn’t just an activity — it’s a language of the soul at Hawk’s Nest. Children are encouraged to:
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Explore diverse forms of art: drawing, building, nature crafts, storytelling, and music
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Create and share their own stories through visuals, movement, and play
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Use creativity as a tool for emotional processing, confidence building, and empowerment
Through art, children learn that their inner world matters — giving them ownership of their voice and pride in their expression.
Honoring the Spirit
of the Child
Every child at Hawk’s Nest is seen as a whole, purposeful being with their own wisdom and unique rhythm.
We honor this by:
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Allowing children to guide their own learning through curiosity and excitement
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Integrating their interests into the curriculum — for example, a child learning to spell their name may inspire a group literacy activity
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Welcoming personal items like favorite toys or books as gateways to meaningful lessons
This approach helps each child feel seen, valued, and respected as a contributing member of our community — a conscious, heart-centered learning space.
Social Intelligence
Social learning at Hawk’s Nest is rooted in connection, communication, and collaboration.
From early childhood, we cultivate:
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Opportunities to build and navigate friendships
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Real-time coaching during natural conflicts
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Peace Talks — our unique approach to conflict resolution, where children learn to name their feelings, listen actively, and work toward shared understanding
When emotions become overwhelming, we return to clarity — not control — helping each child find peace through reflection and respectful guidance.
Parent Coaching &
Family Integration
At Hawk’s Nest, we believe that the child’s growth is deeply connected to the well-being and awareness of the parent. Our Parent Coaching Program offers compassionate guidance and practical tools to help families cultivate peace, presence, and emotional connection both at home and within our school community.
Through one-on-one and small group sessions, parents learn to:
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Support their child’s emotional development with mindfulness and empathy
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Strengthen communication and cooperation within the family
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Develop self-regulation tools that model calm and balance
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Understand and respond to their child’s needs through a conscious, heart-centered approach
We also invite parents to participate alongside their children during certain school sessions — an opportunity to experience our curriculum firsthand. By learning together, families deepen their bonds and grow in harmony with the rhythms of the Earth. Our Parent Coaching Program is more than support — it’s an invitation to transform family life into a living practice of connection, compassion, and peace.
We help children grow into confident, compassionate, creative leaders — grounded in their own identity, attuned to others, and connected to the earth.
Each day at Hawk’s Nest follows a natural rhythm designed to nurture emotional intelligence, creativity, and connection with the earth. Our flow moves through six intentional containers that balance mindfulness, exploration, and joyful learning.
Morning Arrival
Community Fire Circle
We begin around the fire, grounding in love, presence, and unity. Children practice mindfulness tools like Turtle Breathing, sing original songs, and express themselves through drawing or writing.
Nature Exploration
Cooperative Play
Immersed in nature, children build forts, create with natural materials, and explore together—strengthening confidence, teamwork, and curiosity.
Pause
Snacks & Nourishment
We pause for healthy snacks and gratitude, learning to honor food as a gift from the Earth.
Indoor Learning
Imagination Station
Indoors, guided lessons blend with open-ended exploration through storytelling, building, and creative play.
Outdoor Discovery
Nature Immersion
Children reconnect with the land through gardening, identifying plants, and playful exploration in the mud kitchen and water features.
Closing Circle
Reflection & Celebration
We end the day in community, sharing reflections, singing together, and expressing gratitude for the day’s discoveries.
This is our offering to the families of Jupiter, Florida:
A holistic, nature-aligned, emotionally intelligent community where learning begins with the heart.