PACE PROGRAM

PACE PROGRAM is a public high school that is part of the ESCAMBIA school district, located in PENSACOLA, FL with about 47 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, PACE PROGRAM has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The PACE Center for Girls in Escambia-Santa Rosa is a specialized educational program designed to provide a supportive, non-traditional environment for girls in middle and high school. The program focuses on academic success, social-emotional development, and personal empowerment, catering specifically to students who may be struggling in a traditional school setting due to academic challenges, behavioral issues, or personal hardships. By offering small class sizes and individualized attention, the center works to help participants achieve their high school diplomas or transition back into their home schools with newfound confidence.

Beyond academics, the PACE PROGRAM integrates comprehensive counseling and life-skills training into its daily curriculum. The goal is to provide a "gender-responsive" approach that addresses the unique social and emotional needs of adolescent girls, helping them build resilience, improve their self-esteem, and navigate potential life obstacles. Through this holistic model, the Pensacola location serves as a community resource that aims to break cycles of adversity, ensuring that young women have the tools and support system necessary to build a successful and stable future.

For more information, contact PACE PROGRAM at (850) 478-7060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.