Academics
Academics With Purpose!
At Nest Hockey Academy, we offer a dynamic and personalized academic experience designed to develop the mind, body, and spirit of our student-athletes. Our hybrid, independent pacing learning model serves students in grades 5–12, combining online and in-class instruction with formal, informal, and experiential learning.
Students engage in project-based learning, working in small teams to solve real-world problems through creativity, collaboration, and hands-on innovation. Our curriculum is aligned with Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards and supported by on-site certified teachers and academic coaches who guide students through rigorous, competency-driven learning.
Accreditations & Affiliations
We are proud to be:
- NCAA-approved, ensuring our student-athletes meet eligibility requirements for collegiate athletics
- Dual Accredited by Cognia and CSF – Christian Schools of Florida.
- An Affiliate School with Liberty University Online Academy
- Offering Advanced Placement (AP) courses for college-level academic rigor
- Providing dual enrollment opportunities for students seeking early college credit
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Expanded Learning Opportunities
- NHA offers Honors & Advanced Placement (AP) courses for college-level academic rigor
- We are able to accommodate dual enrollment opportunities for students seeking early college credit (11th & 12th grade only)
- Our career electives give students the chance to discover their passions and explore future pathways in fields such as healthcare, technology, business, and the arts.
Our academics are taught through a Biblical Worldview, helping students see life and learning through the lens of God’s Word. Nest Hockey Academy emphasizes 21st Century Learning & Innovation Skills—Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking—preparing students to thrive in today’s fast-paced, interconnected world.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate, Nest students must:
- Earn 24 credits across core subjects and electives
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0
- Pass the ELA and Algebra I EOC assessments
- Meet NCAA core course and GPA standards (if pursuing college athletics)
Academic Integrity Policy
Academic Integrity Policy
Honesty and integrity in the completion and presentation of coursework is critical for authentic assessment of student learning.
Student Honor Code
Nest Hockey Academy encourages students toward a life governed by honesty and respect for the work of others. Students are required to abide by the following honor pledge when submitting coursework and assessments: “On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized help on this assignment.”
Cheating
Cheating is defined as representing someone else’s work as your own or assisting someone in representing someone else’s work as their own. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, copying someone else’s work, giving someone your work to copy, exceeding time limits on tests or assignments, using unauthorized materials or resources (copies of tests or answer keys, etc.) to complete coursework, passing information about tests and quizzes to other students, use of AI and similar programs for assignments, etc. Students caught cheating on coursework will result in disciplinary actions.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is defined as copying information from a source without providing a reference to the work. Students caught plagiarizing coursework will result in disciplinary actions.
National Honor Society/National Junior Honor Society
NHS/NJHS recognizes students who excel not only in academics, but also in leadership, service, character, and—at the junior level—citizenship. NJHS will serve our middle school students, and NHS will be open to our high schoolers.
Becoming a member is a true honor, and it opens the door to scholarship opportunities, community involvement, and leadership development. We’ll be sharing more details soon, including the selection process and how students can apply.- We’re thrilled to bring this nationally respected program to our school and to celebrate the incredible potential in our students.
