High School Fine Arts & Electives

Course: Choir and Music Appreciation
Grade Level: 9-12
Day/Time: Tuesday 3:15 - 5:15pm
Instructor: Tina Holcombe
Cost: $89 per month + $80 application fee
Online Availability:  Students cannot enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student. All students must attend in person. If you are sick or traveling, you can join via Zoom for up to two consecutive weeks.
Book: All music will be bought by the teacher and provided to students at no additional charge
Supply List: 1” three-ring binder, pencil with eraser, water, computer access at home to listen to repertoire/watch videos
Description: The Hilger High School Concert Choir has built a tradition of choral excellence in the Chattanooga Homeschool Community. This class uses choral singing as the doorway to a well-rounded understanding of music and appreciation of bringing glory to God with the gift of choral music. The goal of this class is to encourage a love of choral singing, basic music literacy and musical collaboration. We will explore the concepts of vocal technique, basic theory, ear-training, and stage presence. Rhythm, interval training and note-reading will be addressed each week as we learn to better understand the language of music. No prior musical experience is required. In the fall, students may audition for the East Tennessee Vocal Association’s All-East Honor Choirs and Tennessee All-State Chorus. This is a wonderful opportunity for those who have a love for choral music.  In the Spring semester, we take a select group of students to Lee University for Honor Choir. This is a wonderful chance to work with other high school singers while being on a college campus. Each March, the East Tennessee Vocal Association sponsors the Choral Festival. In March of 2020 and 2023, the HHL Choir got all Superior Ratings at this festival and became one of the first homeschool choirs to qualify for participation in the TN American Choral Directors Association’s State Choral Festival. The choir has a retreat each semester - the retreats are all day on Friday and most of Saturday. This is the highlight of the semester for our singers. We rehearse our music, play games, eat together, pray together, have a fun/silly talent show and make memories that last a lifetime. The goal is to make our retreats, performances, and field trips educational, unifying and fun. Some of our high school students have gone on to study music at the collegiate level with some able to exempt certain freshman courses and/or obtain music scholarships. It is our desire that our high school choir members gain a love for music and its Creator and develop fond memories of experiences with their fellow students while singing great choral literature. “Several studies have confirmed that music directly enhances learning through increased spatial development. Math and reading are improved by learning rhythms and decoding notes and symbols. So there appears to be cross disciplinary learning in music.”  (Source: The College Board)

Course: High School Art
Grade Level: 9-12
Day/Time: Tuesday 8:20 - 9:50am OR Thursday 8:20 - 9:50am
Instructor: Ellie Whitener
Cost: $89 per month + $80 application fee
Online Availability: Students cannot enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student. All students must attend in person. If you are sick or traveling, you can join via Zoom for up to two consecutive weeks.
Books: No textbook is needed for this course
Supply List: TBA
Description: We believe every single student is created to create, and in this class we will discover the many exciting ways we can approach art making with intentionality as Christian creatives! But art isn’t just about making—it’s about seeing. We’ll train our eyes to look longer, think deeper, and discover the hidden details that make art meaningful. Through lively discussions and hands-on activities, we’ll explore how our Christian faith helps us understand creativity, beauty, and the way art connects people across time and cultures. We will learn how to see with the artist's eye, all while learning how to recognize God in the midst of our processes and work. In class, we’ll experiment with mixed media, watercolor, oil pastels, acrylic, graphite, and more—pushing our creativity with fresh techniques and materials. From painting and drawing to sourcing and assembling collage, from mixed-media explorations to refining foundational skills, we’ll challenge ourselves, sharpen our skills, and build confidence in our unique artistic voices. High schoolers will gain experience with new and familiar materials, grow in their ability to take a prompt and approach it thoughtfully, and in turn create unique artworks that hold meaning while also reflecting growth in artistic ability.
This isn’t just an art class—it’s an experience that will open your eyes, stretch your imagination, and transform the way you create. Whether you love drawing, painting, or just getting messy with new materials, you are invited to explore, experiment, and bring your ideas to life in ways you never expected! Each year, this course explores similar concepts but with new prompts and projects —so your student can take this course multiple times and experience new information as they grow.  Whether you're a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey, you are invited to step into a space where you discover what it means that God made you to create.

Course: Theater Arts
Grade Level: 8-12
Day/Time: Thursday 2:30 - 4:30pm
Instructor: Caroline Rowell
Cost: $89 per month + $80 application fee
Online Availability:  Students cannot enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student. All students must attend in person. If you are sick or traveling, you can join via Zoom for up to two consecutive weeks.
Book: Scripts to be announced and provided for students at no additional charge
Supply List: Spiral or composition notebook, pens, and pencils
Description: Creative workshops and projects will build on traditional principles of acting, script analysis, improvisation, theater history, and much more.  Students will grow in their abilities in acting, listening, working as an ensemble; as well as gaining experience in set and costume design, and construction.  Additionally, during rehearsals and production, students will have the opportunity for hands-on experience in several technical aspects of theater.  Participation in theater classes is fun, but can also help students gain a wide variety of skills they need to succeed in future educational and life goals, including teamwork, efficiency, self-confidence, focus, and purpose.  Each week there will be instruction time covering various units of study, a takeaway of the main idea/concept and a Biblical tie-in, and an activity.  Specific production dates for early November 2026 and April 2027 TBA.  Please note that extra rehearsals outside of class time WILL be required, 5-6 sessions each semester.  These rehearsals are mandatory as they are an important part of our rehearsal time.

Course: Personal Finance (fall semester)
Grade Level: 9-12
Day/Time: Thursday 8:20 - 9:50am
Instructor: Caroline Rowell
Cost: $89 per month + $75 application fee (this includes a consumable textbook issued on the first day)
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: The textbook and digital access needed for this class is included in the application fee.  Students will be given a textbook and digital access on the first day of class. 

• Foundations in Personal Finance: High School Edition by Dave Ramsey, ISBN: 978-1936948-54-3.  NOTE:  Students will be given this textbook and digital access on the first day of class. 

Supply List: 1” three-ring binder, binder dividers, notebook paper, pens, and pencils
Description: From beginning to end, from Genesis to Revelation, there are more than 2,350 verses in the Bible that deal with how to handle our finances.  The Lord has given clear instructions to help us handle money wisely. In this Dave Ramsey study, students will learn about earning, spending, saving and investing their money. In addition, they will find the value in why they should  stay out of debt, give, and other practical financial habits.

Course: Health & Wellness (spring semester)
Grade Level: 9-12
Day/Time: Thursday 8:20 - 9:50am
Instructor: Caroline Rowell
Cost: $89 per month + $35 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: Order used or new online through Amazon, Thrift Books, AbeBooks, or try McKay’s.

• Apologia Health and Nutrition 2nd Edition Textbook ISBN: 978-1-946506-86-3

• Apologia Health and Nutrition 2nd Edition Student Notebook ISBN: 978-1-946506-87-0

Supply List: 1” three-ring binder, binder dividers, notebook paper, pens, and pencils
Description: Your body is an amazing example of your Creator’s design. Many self-regulating systems keep levels even and predictable, and these systems can often repair themselves. You were designed to heal.  You can make certain choices that help you function at your best and avoid disease. Your decisions can impact the quality of the days God has ordained for you to live. Come join as we explore God’s design for health within the human body.  This will be a fun, engaging project oriented course you don’t want to miss!

Course: High School Writing Intensive (fall semester only)
Grade Level: 9-12
Day/Time: Wednesday 2:20 - 3:20pm
Instructor: Olivia Oster
Cost: $79 per month + $35 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: Book will be purchased in class for $15

• A New Grammary by Olivia Oster, ISBN: 979-8210544629  NOTE: Book will be purchased in class for $15

Supply List: 1” three-ring binder, binder dividers, notebook paper, pens, and pencils
Description: Writing well is an essential but uncommon skill that can win scholarships, open occupational doors, and clarify important communications.  Your child’s writing ability will be enhanced through this dedicated time during the school week. Using four writing assignments, this single semester course will improve writing skills through group work, discussions, revisions, in-class exercises, and homework with the end goal of instilling confidence in the college-bound writer. The course will reinforce writing fundamentals, including sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, paragraph structure, self-editing, and proofreading as well as increasing writing abilities through mastering each step of the writing process. We will cover thesis development, the use of citations of secondary sources, effective organization, using mature grammatical structures, and developing strong transitions and unified paragraphs. Peer and teacher feedback will be available while all homework, classwork, and writing assignments will be accessible on the teacher’s website.  Various handouts will be used to create a college writing resource notebook.

*If your child needs a Study Hall from the end of class until 3:50pm, we will have that available and free of charge.

Course: Middle and High School Bible
Grade Level: 7-12
Day/Time: Wednesday 8:00 – 8:55am
Instructor: Olivia Oster
Cost: $59 per month + $55 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: Your own Bible, any version, and a journal of any size or shape with at least 40 pages.
Supply List: 1” three-ring binder, dividers, notebook paper, pencils, and a journal of your choosing.
Description: "I rejoice at Your word as one who finds great treasure.” (Psalm 119:162) "For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12) Come enjoy the Word of the Lord as we read through the Bible in three years. This class will include reading assignments for each school week, (between ten and fifteen chapters of the Bible per week), a weekly journal assignment, monthly scripture memorization, and three Bible projects per semester. You can jump in at any point! We will continue our journey in the Bible by reading the New Testament (Matthew through Revelation). Each class time we will review the reading, have a short devotional, and have a time for prayer requests and prayer. My prayer for this class follows Psalm 119 closely: I pray that we will take heed, not forget, live and keep, and be revived by the Word of the Lord by hiding it in our hearts so that we may have life and be established to trust in God. This is a class for both those who love His Word already and those who are intimidated by reading the whole Bible. We will read Matthew through Revelation in the 2026-2027 school year, Genesis through Esther in the 2027-2028 school year, and Job through Malachi in the 2028-2029 school year. Read along with me to find the greatest treasure!

Course: LAUNCH (fall semester only)—A guide to future planning for juniors and seniors!
Grade Level: 11-12
Day/Time: Tuesdays 1:50 - 3:10
Instructor: Shelley George
Cost: $89 per month + $35 application fee  (or $50 per session for one-on-one meetings - contact Shelley George directly)
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending Hilger approval; however, we encourage students to attend this class in-person!
Book: 

• Get Clear Career Assessment: Find the Work You're Wired to Do - Student Edition by Ken Coleman   ISBN-13: 9798887821276

Supply List: three-ring binder, paper, pen
Description: Discovering Purpose and Preparing for the Future: This one-semester course is designed to help high school juniors and seniors discover their God-given calling and passions while preparing for the next chapter of life—whether that’s college, trade school, a gap year, starting a business, etc. Students will gain confidence in navigating applications for colleges and trade programs, explore entrepreneurship through real-world examples and practical projects, and learn from professionals in diverse fields through guest speakers, job shadowing, and site visits. Students will also explore how to stay spiritually grounded after high school. This is not a test-and-quiz type of class—it’s a highly interactive, hands-on journey designed to prepare students for real-world decision-making, discovery, and growth. LAUNCH exists to empower students to make intentional, informed decisions for their academic, professional, and spiritual future.

If you're interested in getting support for your LAUNCH journey, but the class time doesn’t fit your schedule, reach out to Ms. George (shelley.georgehhl@gmail.com) to set up customized weekly meetings.

Course: Godly Womanhood 
Grade Level: 8-12
Day/Time: Wednesdays 8:00 - 8:55am
Instructor: Jennifer Clark
Cost: $59 per month + $55 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: Your own Bible of choice
Supply List: three-ring binder, paper, pen
Description: This course empowers young women to embrace godly womanhood through studying Titus 2:3-5 and Proverbs 31. Students will explore faith, character, relationships, and practical life skills to prepare for a life that honors God—whether single, married, with children, or working independently. Fun, hands-on lessons in cooking, budgeting, homemaking, sewing, scheduling, and career skills are integrated with discussions on integrity, relationships, and personal growth. By the end of the year, students will have the tools to confidently live a life that reflects godly character and learn how their daily choices impact their future.

Course: Intro to Healthcare
Grade Level: 10-12
Day/Time: Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:30am
Instructor: Jennifer Clark
Cost: $94 per month + $55 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Books: TBD
Supply List: 1” three-ring binder, notebook paper, pencils, and binder dividers
Description: Introduction to Healthcare is an engaging, hands-on course designed for students who are interested in helping others, exploring healthcare careers, and discovering how purpose, compassion, and service connect to real-world work. Students will explore the wide range of healthcare careers while building essential skills such as communication, professionalism, safety, and patient care. Throughout the course, students will gain real-world exposure through field trips and healthcare job shadow experience. A strong emphasis is placed on teamwork, ethical decision-making, and caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.  This course also invites students to reflect on healthcare as a calling, recognizing God as the ultimate Creator and Sustainer of life. Students will explore how faith, integrity, and compassion guide healthcare professionals in serving others with dignity and respect. Biblical principles such as stewardship, service, and loving one’s neighbor are woven into discussions about patient care, wellness, and professional responsibility.  By the end of the course, students will complete a career portfolio and a cumulative project that connects their interests, skills, faith, and future goals. Introduction to Healthcare is ideal for students considering careers in healthcare—or anyone who wants to better understand the human body, develop life skills, and explore how God can work through them to make a difference in the lives of others.