Episode Description:
At Heritage, electives give students the chance to explore skills beyond the core curriculum. In this episode of At the Grove, we sit down with Chadwick Moore, Martha Milam, and Catherine Hallman to dive into hands-on classes like woodworking, forensics, oceanography, and life skills. From cooking and budgeting to building projects and scientific investigations, students are learning practical skills, gaining confidence, and discovering abilities they didn’t know they had.

Through engaging stories and behind-the-scenes insights, this episode highlights how electives inspire creativity, connect to core subjects, and even help students explore future careers—all while having fun along the way.

Episode Chapters:

• 0:00 – 2:18 – Introduction & Welcome
• 2:18 – 6:36 – Overview of Electives and What They Cover
• 6:36 – 11:36 – A Day in the Life of an Elective Class
• 11:37 – 17:02 – Student Impact: Projects and Inspiration
• 17:03 – 19:53 – Connections Between Electives and Core Classes
• 19:54 – 23:23 – How Electives Help Students Explore Careers
• 23:24 – 25:33 – Ending & Fun Question: Surviving on a Deserted Island