How Illinois Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the Illinois State Board of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states; however, with a freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, but you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help! 

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research Illinois homeschooling requirements.

 
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Learning How to Prioritize School Tasks When Learning From Home

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As many families shift towards online learning, students and parents alike are faced with new challenges. One of the biggest hurdles is learning how to effectively prioritize school tasks when studying from home. With distractions at every corner and a lack of structure, it can be easy to fall behind on assignments and coursework. But fear not! In this blog post, we will discuss key strategies for managing your time and prioritizing tasks to ensure academic success while learning from home. So grab a pen and paper, and let's get started!

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Three School Rules for Students

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Rules and structure are important standards to live by. As Christians, these standards are laid out in great detail in the Bible. Enlightium Academy administration sets expectations for you as students that are outlined in the Family Handbook. We fine-tuned three rules that you are expected to understand and follow to have the best school year possible.

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How New York Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the New York State Education Department, as educational policies are subject to change over time.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C.; however, with a freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, yet you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help!

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family.

    

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How to Utilize Ad Blockers for Internet Safety

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With children spending more time on the Internet than ever before, internet safety has become a top concern for parents. One effective tool for protecting your child's online experience is the use of ad blockers. While these software programs are commonly known for blocking annoying ads, they can also provide added protection against malicious content and tracking cookies. In this blog, we will discuss how to effectively utilize ad blockers to keep your child safe while using the Internet.

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How to Positively Handle Negative Peer Pressure

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Everyone will experience peer pressure at some point in their lives if they haven’t already. While sometimes there is positive peer pressure, where someone influences you to do something good (like study for a test, go on a walk, or take care of yourself), the peer pressure we will cover today is negative peer pressure. This is when someone tries to get them to do something that is not beneficial or helpful. Sometimes, it's because they don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings, sometimes there is intimidation involved, and sometimes it’s because they don’t know how to say “NO!”

According to the Kids Health Organization, these are some of the main questions that students have in relation to positive and negative Peer Pressure:

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How North Carolina Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, as educational policies are subject to change over time. Once enrolled at Enlightium Academy, join our North Carolina Group in the Enlightium’s Parents app to connect with North Carolina families.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C.; however, with a freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, yet you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help! 

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research North Carolina’s homeschooling requirements.

    

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Safe Social Media Practices for Students

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In an age of instant posting, messaging, tweeting, status sharing, etc., social media etiquette for students is an essential subject. Considering the global and permanent nature of the Internet is key. You might think that the comment or picture you posted this weekend will eventually disappear into cyberspace; however, that is not the case.

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Attendance in Online Settings

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Online schooling provides flexibility, an individual approach to learning, and innovation; however, attendance might become an issue if not managed properly. In traditional school settings, attendance means that students are in school for about five hours a day, five days a week, for a minimum of 180 school days. This adds up to about 1,000 instructional hours per academic year. In online school settings, the attendance policy simply requires that students log on, complete lessons, and “attend classes” by progressing in their school work.

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Social and Emotional Support and Activities in Online Learning for Students with Learning Challenges

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Introduction

Homeschool critics sometimes worry about the social-emotional development of online learners. However, modern online education provides many opportunities for social development, from group video sessions to local sports, church, or community clubs. The flexibility of online learning can enrich students’ social networks, while also creating a supportive environment for social-emotional growth guided by parents.  In this blog, we will explore how online education supports social-emotional learning (SEL) and equip parents with strategies—like movement, visualization, and advanced emotional therapies— to address student outbursts, focus challenges, difficulty sitting still, and optimize brain development to be able to visualize complex information more quickly. The ultimate goal of this blog is to support parents with key strategies that are aligned with biblical foundations and stimulate their students' learning so they mature into their unique persons in God’s image.

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How Louisiana Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the Louisiana Department of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C.; however, with a freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, yet you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help! 

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research Louisiana homeschooling requirements.

 
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Building Relationships with Online Students

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In online school settings, the online teacher and student are separated from one another by distance and often by time, so knowing and understanding online students is an important factor in building teacher-student relationships.1 Research suggests that online students are successful if they respond to three different types of learner interactions: (1) learner-to-content (appropriateness of the course material and delivery), (2) learner-to-instructor (access and support), and (3) learner-to-learner (procedures for dialogue).2 Watson et al. (2014)3 noted that practical consideration of the role of a teacher in an online classroom similar to that of a traditional face-to-face classroom is important to ensure student success.

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November: Recognition, PT Conferences, and Thanksgiving

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November promises to be a busy and meaningful month for your school community, packed with activities that celebrate achievements, strengthen partnerships, and inspire reflection. Here’s what’s on the agenda:

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How Florida Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the Florida Department of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C.; however, with the freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, yet you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help! 

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research Florida homeschooling requirements.

 
 
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Confronting Bullying at School with Courage and Integrity

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The bullying trend is on the rise among America’s top social problems. Although stopbullying.gov reports that 28% of children have been bullied, I believe many children have been bullied, will be bullied, or have witnessed bullying at school. If this is true, each one of us has a role in stopping this trend. Although there are many types of bullying, I will be focusing on the two types: self-esteem/self-worth bullying and ringleader bullying.

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How Tennessee Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the Tennessee Department of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states; however, with the freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, but you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help! 

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research Tennessee's homeschooling requirements.

 
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October: Capturing Moments and Creating Memories

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October is one of the most dynamic months in the school year, packed with activities that range from capturing memorable moments to fostering professional development. It’s a month that balances fun and creates an enriching atmosphere for students, teachers, and staff alike. From school picture days to fundraising events, and from teacher evaluations to significant administrative tasks, here’s a look at how October offers something for everyone in the school community.

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How Georgia Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the Georgia Department of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C.; however, with the freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, yet you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help!

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research Georgia’s homeschooling requirements.

 
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How Homeschooling Can Support Students with Autism

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Homeschooling offers a unique and personalized approach to education, which can be beneficial for students with autism. Traditional school environments may not always cater to the specific needs of these students, but homeschooling provides flexibility, structure, and a learning pace that can be adapted to each child’s strengths and learning challenges. Here’s how homeschooling can support students on the autism spectrum.

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September: Embracing the Academic Journey

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Hello, I’m Dr. Yelena V. Solodyankin, the Founder and CEO of Enlightium Academy. As we kick off the school year, I want to take a moment to walk you through the key events and steps your team should focus on for the first quarter of the year. September, often regarded as the beginning of the school year, is packed with important milestones that set the tone for the months ahead. Let’s dive into these steps and explore how your team can approach each one with enthusiasm and care.

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