Health & Wellness

We believe balance is not an end but a fundamental means to learning and a life well lived.

At The Hun School, wellness is a shared commitment that shapes the student experience every day. Students thrive when they are supported as whole people, with attention to their physical, mental, emotional, and relational well-being. While every student's wellness journey is different, our approach to health and wellness is rooted in a three-pronged approach: developing resilience, strengthening connections to our community, and helping students discover their purpose and meaning.

This holistic approach is embraced across every corner of campus. Through meaningful relationships, intentional skill-building, and a culture that values both challenge and joy, our faculty and staff help students grow into confident, compassionate, and resilient young adults who are prepared to lead healthy, fulfilling lives long after they leave Hun.

Support

Hun's gifted teachers are devoted to their students' success, both in and out of the classroom. In addition to teachers, students can rely on their academic advisors for support. Advisory meets weekly for check-ins, and advisors help students pick classes, navigate high school, and communicate with parents.

Boarding students find a similar structure with resident faculty, who take extra care to check in during nightly study hall, offer a fresh baked treat, and provide the kind of support students would find in their own homes.

Students are also encouraged to drop in to the stress tolerance and management group, a weekly meeting hosted by the Counseling Office to help students foster tolerance, and develop coping mechanisms and mitigation techniques for stress and anxiety they may be experiencing.

Curriculum

Wellness at Hun is not confined to a single course or program — it is intentionally woven throughout the student experience. Beginning with orientation and continuing through required health classes, Seminar, advisory, and everyday classroom experiences, students develop the knowledge, habits, and skills needed to thrive in school and beyond.

Our curriculum takes a holistic approach to well-being, exploring topics such as mindfulness, social-emotional learning, healthy relationships, digital wellness, sleep and recovery, and the prevention of addictive behaviors. Together, these experiences help students build self-awareness, resilience, healthy decision-making, meaningful relationships, and lifelong habits that support personal well-being.

Middle School Orientation

Course Requirements

Wellness education is an important part of every student's experience at The Hun School. Health courses are required for all students in grades 7–10, as well as all new Upper School students. In addition, ninth and tenth grade students participate in Seminar, a program designed to support their academic, personal, and social development. Through health classes and Seminar, students explore age-appropriate topics including physical and emotional wellness, healthy relationships, human development and sexuality, personal safety, decision-making, lifestyle health, and character development. Learning takes place through classroom instruction, advisory programming, guest speakers, and interactive discussions, helping students build the knowledge and skills to thrive both in school and beyond.

Wellness Wednesdays

Wellness Wednesdays bring our commitment to well-being to life through engaging, accessible experiences woven into the school week. Held before school, during Flex, and after school, these optional sessions give students regular opportunities to recharge, connect, and explore practical strategies for supporting their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. From mindfulness and movement to nutrition, healthy relationships, stress management, and creative activities, Wellness Wednesdays introduce students to a variety of wellness practices in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Led by faculty, counselors, guest experts, and students, these experiences encourage meaningful conversations, strengthen community, and help students discover healthy habits that support lifelong well-being.

Advisory Partnership

The advisory program is a cornerstone of student support at The Hun School. Advisors and counselors work closely to ensure every student is known, supported, and connected to a trusted adult. Through regular collaboration, advisors are equipped to recognize concerns early, foster meaningful relationships, and help students access the resources they need to thrive. This coordinated approach strengthens communication among advisors, counselors, teachers, school leaders, and families, creating a proactive network of care that supports students' academic, social, and emotional well-being throughout their Hun experience.

Athletics Partnership

Athletics are an extension of our commitment to whole-person wellness. Coaches, athletic trainers, counselors, and school leaders work together to ensure every student-athlete is known, supported, and connected to trusted adults on campus. Through ongoing professional development, coaches and athletic staff are equipped to recognize concerns, foster healthy, relationship-centered team cultures, and connect students with the resources they need. Mental wellness is integrated into the student-athlete experience through team conversations, leadership development, parent education, and initiatives that build resilience, strengthen performance, and encourage help-seeking. By supporting students both on and off the field, we help them grow as confident athletes, teammates, and individuals.

Levine Family Health Center

The Levine Family Health Center supports every aspect of student health throughout the year. In addition to providing direct care, medication administration, infirmary monitoring, appointments, and transportation, the team manages health clearances for athletics, field trips, NextTerm, and other school programs. Their work also extends beyond the academic year, supporting summer workout programs, camps, and hundreds of additional students each summer. Much of the behind-the-scenes coordination with families, healthcare providers, and school staff is essential to keeping students healthy, safe, and ready to participate.

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