We are excited to announce our collaborations! I am a catalyst of the KaiPod program, aimed at enhancing the educational experience for your child. Our partnership with KaiPod enables us to continuously improve and tailor our offerings to provide the best possible educational experience! To learn more about KaiPod visit here. We have also established partnerships within our community to offer your child an exceptional educational experience. These collaborations include:Atlas Culinary Concepts - We have a location! Our school will be located within their premises, providing parents access to their homeschool coffeehouse, Founders Place. iCode Tri-Cities- An accredited mobile STEM lab delivering hands-on classes to students every Friday, offering subjects such as coding, digital arts, video game creation, team building, and so much more.MadrPaints Abstract Art & Murals- Madison, a talented local muralist will offer instructional art classes.AliYah Academy- Serving as our umbrella school, providing support- though it’s not a requirement, it’s available if you need it! Register HereStay tuned for updates on upcoming projects and classes as we continue to expand our network of partners to enhance your child’s learning journey!
About Our Founder and Lead Educator
Hello! I'm Candice Hilton, a super passionate educator and the founder of Hilton Horizons Academy. I bring extensive experience in education and child development, spanning over a decade. Since 2017, I've been a certified classroom teacher, equipped with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies: Elementary K-6 with a 4-8 endorsement. I have also completed the Eastman Scholar MathElites program at East Tennessee State University and was published in the Upper East Tennessee Council of Teachers of Mathematics newsletter. I’m thrilled to share that I recently became a member of three groups: the Hybrid Schools Society, the National Microschooling Center, and a VELA Founder.
My teaching style? It's all about getting hands on and keeping things interactive. I love nurturing my students’ minds, hearts and social skills through creative holistic teaching methods.
Educational Coaches
Hello, my name is Sherry Strickler. I retired from Hawkins County with 34 years of service. I graduated from ETSU, where I earned my degree in Elementary Education. I also have a master’s degree from UT of Knoxville with a focus in Curriculum and Instruction. I am certified to teach K-8 and highly qualified to teach K-6. I love teaching and helping others learn, and I look forward to serving new students and families attending Hilton Horizons Academy.
Hi, my name is Jordann Walsh and I am so excited to be a part of your child’s learning journey. I have a wonderful husband and two loving kiddos, ages 7 and 4. We just recently moved back to Kingsport from Colorado, and we are so excited to raise our children here! I have a degree in early childhood education and have always enjoyed being a part of helping a child learn!
