Staff taking a school picture

Nolan Middle School is one of only 19 middle schools in the entire state which has earned a special award.

The Florida Music Education Association recognizes and awards schools who demonstrate high student enrollment in music courses. 

Enrollment criteria for middle schools is at least 45% of the total FTE and high school criteria is 35% of total FTE, which stands for full-time equivalent.

49% of their students are enrolled in music education classes.   

We are so proud of the Nolan team. 

  • Payton Liebe, Orchestra Director 

  • Jade Willitt, Chorus Director 

  • Scott Cooper, Principal 

  • Michael Reynolds, Band Director 

Rhea Skaggs, VPA Curriculum Specialist, will accompany Mr. Cooper and the Nolan Middle music teachers as they are recognized at the 2024 FMEA Awards Ceremony held at the Tampa Convention Center on January 12, 2024.