High School Workshops & Study Halls

Course: ACT Workshop - Math Focus (fall semester - 6 weeks)

Grade Level: 10-12
Day/Time: Tuesday 1:50 - 3:20pm

• Fall Semester - September 9 through October 14

Instructor: Carla Stevenson
Cost: $145 + $35 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: Buy new and NOT used since the book has several tests.  Order from Amazon and other book websites.

• The Official ACT Prep Guide 2025-2026 by ACT (1st edition), ISBN: 1394335881 

Supply List: Notebook, notebook paper & pencils
Description: Is your student equipped with the test-taking tools needed to confidently complete the ACT? Further, is your student wanting, or better yet, needing to improve his or her ACT score? This six week workshop is designed to help students prepare for and improve upon the math section of the ACT.  Students will review concepts from Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II that are covered on the ACT, as well as learn math test-taking strategies to help improve their score. Students will have the opportunity to work on accuracy and speed for the math section of the test. Students will learn ACT-test content, structure, and format information. Additional techniques and hints to more effectively use the TI84 calculator will be covered.

Course: ACT Workshop - Rhetoric skills for English, Reading Comprehension, and Essay Writing (fall semester- 6 weeks)

Grade Level: 10-12
Day/Time: Tuesday 3:30 - 5:00pm

• Fall Semester - September 9 through October 14

Instructor: Olivia Oster
Cost: $145 + $35 application fee
Online Availability: Students can enroll in this class as an Online Real Time student, pending teacher approval.
Book: Buy new and NOT used since the book has several tests. Order from Amazon and other book websites.

• The Official ACT Prep Guide 2025-2026 by ACT (1st edition), ISBN: 1394335881  

Supply List: Notebook, notebook paper & pencils
Description: Is your student equipped with the test-taking tools needed to confidently complete the ACT? Further, is your student wanting, or better yet, needing to improve his or her ACT score? This six week workshop will introduce your student to four of the five major sections involved in the ACT, while giving strategies to tackle each one. The primary focus of the workshop will address rhetoric skills, reading comprehension and essay writing, with some attention to science reasoning. Our aim is to help students prepare for and improve upon the rhetoric, reading and writing portion of the test. The math section will be administered in our “Math Focus” ACT workshop.  Students will have the opportunity to work on accuracy and speed with the English, reading, and essay sections. The book provides six (6) previously administered, full-length ACT tests written by the actual test maker, plus bonus online content. Students will learn ACT-test content, structure, and format information.

Course: LAUNCH: A guide to future planning for homeschool juniors and seniors
Grade Level: 11-12
Day/Time: Tuesdays 1:50 - 3:10 (One Semester - starts August 19, 2025)
Instructor: Shelley George
Cost: $79 per month + $65 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!
Books: None
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 by connecting with college churches and campus ministries. 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. With 30 years of experience in teaching and coaching, Shelley George is a very beloved and respected instructor at Hilger. Known for her approachable spirit and her deep care for each student, Shelley has a gift for calling out strengths, encouraging growth, and speaking life into young people as they navigate big decisions. She has written hundreds of college recommendations, scholarship letters, and job references—experience that has shaped her passion for guiding students through the exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) season of graduation. Families consistently express how impactful Shelley has been in their student’s journey, and we’re thrilled to see her bring that same heart and wisdom to LAUNCH. If you're interested in 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 personalized weekly meetings.

Course: Study Halls

Grade Level: 9-12
Tuesday Times: 8:35 – 9:50am* | 10:00 – 10:25am | 10:00 – 10:40am | 10:00am - 12:00pm* | 12:30 – 1:45pm* | 1:50 – 2:20pm | 2:25 - 3:10pm* | 1:50 – 3:10pm*
Wednesday Times: 9:00 – 10:30am* | 10:40am – 12:10pm | 12:40 – 2:10pm | 2:20 – 3:50pm*
Thursday Times: 8:35 – 9:50am* | 10:00 – 10:25am | 10:00 – 10:40am | 10:00am – 12:00pm* | 12:30 – 1:45pm* | 1:55 – 2:20pm | 2:25 - 3:10pm* | 1:55 – 3:10pm*
Supervisor: HHL Staff
Cost:

• FREE tuition for any 25 minute session on Tuesday and/or Thursday + $15 application fee

• $10 per month for any 40-45 minute session on Tuesday or Thursday + $15 application fee

• $16 per month for any 75 minute session on Tuesday or Thursday + $15 application fee

• $21 per month for any 90 minute session on Wednesday + $15 application fee

• $23 per month for the 120 minute (2 hour) session on Tuesday or Thursday + $15 application fee

Description: This opportunity is only available to students who have a class before AND after the study hall. If your child has a break in-between classes that is longer than our 10 minute transition (not including the lunch hour), and you would like for your child to stay on campus, you must apply for a corresponding study hall. It is our hope and desire for the student to make the most of this occasion, using the time to study diligently, take a mental break, or read quietly.

*If your child needs to stay on campus during this time for car-pooling purposes, they have a sibling in a class at this time, or it’s necessary for them to be at HHL for logistical situations, you may apply for any of the indicated study halls.