At Hawk’s Nest, learning begins with peace, play, and presence. We are a nature-based homeschool and community in Jupiter Farms dedicated to nurturing the whole child — mind, body, and spirit — through art, music, mindfulness, and outdoor exploration.
Rooted in the belief that education is a family journey, we invite parents to learn alongside their children through coaching, shared nature sessions, and gatherings that strengthen the bonds of home and heart. More than a school, Hawk’s Nest is a living sanctuary for families seeking a conscious, creative, and compassionate approach to learning and life.
Meet Our Creative Team.
Hawk’s Nest Home School was founded by a passionate team of educators, artists, and community leaders dedicated to nurturing the whole child through nature-based, heart-centered learning. Rooted in a blend of Waldorf-inspired practices, emotional intelligence, and creative exploration, our founders bring decades of combined experience in alternative education. With deep respect for seasonal rhythms, Earth connection, and child-led discovery, they have created a heart-centered community where children and families can grow, thrive, and feel inspired.
Founder & Director
Dani Suit
Dani Suit is a mother of four with a commitment to creating a sanctuary and school where children and parents alike can feel safe, supported, and free to grow into their true selves. Her vision is rooted in fostering curiosity, wonder, and a reconnection with the wisdom of the Earth and the ancient traditions that honored her rhythms.
Together with her husband, Travis, Dani values the richness of community life, the joy of growing organic food, and the natural beauty of the old Florida landscape they call home.
She is also passionately exploring music production, dedicated to creating music that heals and supports personal transformation.
Lead Teacher
Joshua Finch
Joshua Finch is a Teaching Artist, Outdoor Educator, and Emotional Intelligence Mentor with over 13 years of experience in nature-based, Waldorf-inspired education. He is the founder of the Empowered Artist Program and has taught in diverse settings—including The Foundations School and Casa Ranch Montessori—where he integrated Montessori principles, permaculture, and dyslexia-aware practices.
As a certified Hero Intelligence Teaching Artist and lead apprentice to founder Tammy Vallieres, he trained daily for over three years, helping refine and deliver internationally recognized programs.
Joshua blends creative exploration, mindfulness, and emotional awareness to help children discover their unique gifts. His work honors seasonal rhythms, sacred learning spaces, community connection, and a deep bond with the Earth. He is dedicated to building heart-centered communities where children and families can grow, thrive, and feel inspired.
Assistant Teacher
Melissa Guerra
With over five years of experience in natural, inclusive education, Melissa has taught children from the mountains of Appalachia to the flatlands of Florida. She is skilled in developing engaging lessons, fostering positive classroom environments, and building strong communication with students, parents, and team members.
Melissa’s journey began on an off-grid mountain farm, where she naturally connected with local children and became their homeschool teacher—an experience that revealed her true calling in education.
Passionate about cultivating curiosity, creativity, and emotional well-being, Melissa is dedicated to holistic, hands-on learning that honors each child’s natural rhythms. Her mission is to support children’s growth through nature-based education, knowing that nurturing young minds is one of the most impactful ways to shape a better future.
The Hawk’s Nest Adventure Series is a three-hour nature experience for children and families who crave exploration, connection, and hands-on learning in the great outdoors.
Our Little Hawks program is a gentle introduction to the world of learning, designed for young children and their parents to explore, play, and grow together.
A homeschool program that helps children grow into confident, compassionate, creative leaders — grounded in their own identity, attuned to others, and connected to the earth.
The Afterschool Hawk’s Nest Tribe offers children a mindful, nature-based extension of the school day — a place to unwind, connect, and grow through creativity and community.
Our programs, from preschool and kindergarten pod and mommy and me class, to afterschool enrichment and family adventure days, cultivate emotional intelligence, creativity, and community awareness. Every curated experience honors curiosity, imagination, and the natural rhythms of the Earth.
