While having a teenager expelled from school can initially feel like life has flown off the tracks, eventually you will be able to look back and see God’s guiding hand shaping the situation for you and your child’s hope and restoration. Just like when God brought Israel back from exile, His promises remain: “Instead of your shame there shall be a double portion; instead of dishonor they shall rejoice in their lot; therefore in their land they shall possess a double portion; they shall have everlasting joy.” (Isaiah 61:7)

This article is part 2 of a series concerning being expelled from school. Check out article 1: Expelled from School - Riding the Roller Coaster.

Part 1 of 2: Expelled from School—Riding the Roller Coaster

If your child has recently been expelled from school, this may be an uncertain time for your family. You have suddenly been forced to take a new direction in your child’s education. While the educational journey has taken a turn, you may also find yourself on a bit of an emotional roller coaster. 

While you are riding the waves of emotion it can be comforting to find that you are not riding alone. Many parents have been—and are currently—in your place, researching what to do when their child is expelled from school. According to a 2006 study by the National Center for Education Statistics, over 100,000 public elementary and secondary school students are expelled each year. Remembering this can help you maintain perspective. And while you are realizing you are not alone, send up a prayer for those families, too.

As a parent, choosing the right curriculum for your child's education is a top priority. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to find one that meets your child's needs and fits your family's values. That's where Enlightium Academy’s BJU Press comes in - print-based textbooks and video-based instruction that provide students with a well-rounded and engaging learning experience. In this blog, we'll dive into the key features of Enlightium's BJU Press homeschool program and how it can benefit students and parents alike. Get ready to unlock the full potential of online learning with BJU Press!

Are you considering an online school as an option for your student? With an online school, your student can create their own schedule and work at a pace that works best for them. They can work ahead if they are motivated or take extra time to catch up. Online schooling provides the flexibility to ensure that students have the most successful academic experience possible. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of online schooling and how it can help your child create an educational path that is uniquely tailored to them.

Are you considering online schooling for your children? If so, one of the many advantages is that online students have more time to pursue their hobbies and interests! With flexible scheduling and fewer interruptions from peers in a classroom setting, kids can fully explore their passions while still being challenged academically. From photography to painting, sewing to sports, there are countless opportunities to get creative or stay active – all while learning valuable skills they can use in college and beyond. When enrolled in an online school, your child will have the freedom to discover new hobbies.

In today's digital world, communicating with a teacher is no longer limited by the walls of a brick-and-mortar school. Online students have the unique advantage of being able to communicate with their instructors one-on-one, allowing them to build strong relationships and ask questions in real time. From increased engagement to a better understanding of course material, online students are reaping the benefits of this improved communication. In this blog, we will explore how online students benefit from improved one-on-one communication with their instructors.

Distractions in the classroom are a common issue for many students, leading to a decrease in academic performance. For some students, the solution to this problem is homeschooling, as it can provide an environment free from interruptions and allow them to stay focused on their studies. In this article, we'll discuss how homeschooling can help students stay motivated and avoid distractions that may come from classmates. We'll also explore the benefits of homeschooling and tips on how to make the transition easier.

For many parents, helping their children learn to manage their time is a challenge. As a parent of an online student, you may have additional concerns about how your child is managing their time when it comes to learning and studying. Thankfully, online learning can help your child develop the invaluable skill of time management. With the right strategies and tools, your child can gain confidence in managing their studies - and even enjoy the process! Let’s take a look at how online learning can help your child master their time management skills.

When your student attends a brick-and-mortar school, low attendance can be an issue. Perhaps your student has low attendance due to illness, travel, or skipping school, and now truancy is a potential issue. That's where Enlightium Academy comes in! As an online school, Enlightium can set a schedule with your students that gives them flexibility for extracurriculars while meeting your state's school calendar regulations and staying within Enlightium’s requirements for student attendance.

Education is an essential part of everyone's life, but traditional classroom learning may not be the best fit for everyone. Fortunately, there is a growing trend towards online education, which offers more flexibility and a personalized learning experience for students. In this article, we will discuss how enrolling in an online school can give students the opportunity to work at their own pace and the various benefits that come with this approach.

If you have a student who is struggling in school, you may feel discouraged. You want the best for your students and are looking for solutions to help them learn effectively. For many parents, homeschooling can be an effective solution for their struggling learners. In this post, we will explore the benefits of homeschooling for struggling students and discuss how it could be the right option for your family.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition that affects children and teens, making it difficult for them to focus and pay attention in a regular class setting. For many children with ADHD, a traditional brick-and-mortar school’s environment might hinder their learning. The idea of homeschooling their children also can be both intimidating and anxiety-inducing. Will my child do better academically if they learn from home? In this blog post, we will discuss the potential of homeschooling as an alternative learning option for students with ADHD and how it could benefit your child.

The homeschooling option¹ has been one of the most popular solutions for education for decades. It provides parents the opportunity to teach religious principles to their children. However, many parents have questions about how homeschooling would affect their child’s high school years, namely: 

• Limitations to socialization
• Access to specialized courses to advance their skills in subjects they love
• Receiving a high school diploma from an accredited school
• Being admitted to a college of their choice 

This is where online Christian homeschooling shines as the best answer to meet varying students' academic needs. 

This blog will cover five distinct advantages that come with an online Christian homeschooling program.

The Curriculum Content

Most parents would agree that reading, writing, math, science, and history are critical areas for their children to learn. But many schools use a curriculum filled with questionable morals or methods for teaching the material. A Christian-based curriculum focuses on covering all academic areas from the biblical worldview and encouraging a safe home environment where the parent can speak to any philosophical differences.

A Personalized Approach

All students are different. They learn at different rates, excel in different areas, and struggle with different concepts. Online learning allows students to proceed through  coursework at their own pace, taking extra time for the things they have trouble with or moving quickly through the areas they excel at. At Enlightium, we recognize the uniqueness of each student and apply a personalized approach to our education delivery system. 

Student Socialization

A common misconception about homeschooled students is that they lack social interactions. In reality, online homeschooling allows for a breadth and depth of social opportunities that brick-and-mortar students may not have access to. Examples include participating in online Bible Studies with their peers, having a pen pal from the other side of the world, book clubs with other students, and more. 

Student Accountability

One of the biggest concerns for parents when exploring homeschool is accountability. Parents don’t want ‘learning at one’s own pace’ to translate into ‘learning whenever one feels like it.’ Online education provides structure to the curriculum, sets deadlines for completion, keeps track of grades, and allows both parents and students to be confident that accountability is in place. At Enlightium, parents are notified weekly about their student’s progress and prevent them from falling behind in their school work.

School Accreditation

Using an accredited program allows your student to receive an education recognized by public and private schools, colleges, and universities. When enrolling in an online accredited school, students get the best of both worlds: a flexible education, a transcript from the accredited institution, and a recognized diploma for enrolling in college.

Choose Enlightium Academy!

Enlightium Academy is a leading private Christian school that is ready to serve your homeschool student with an award-winning curriculum, affordable tuition, and highly-reviewed experience. The curriculum is Christian, flexible, customizable, rigorous, and engaging.

Our teacher-led accredited private school performs all the activities that all 50 states require, such as assigning classes, grading, providing feedback, teaching, and providing student accountability. We would love to prepare your student for academic and spiritual success with you. We accept new students throughout the school year, so you can get started today.

Cutting-Edge Curriculum

Enlightium Academy provides a quality, interactive online Ignitia curriculum for grades 3-12. Employing the latest multimedia techniques, including interactive visuals, games, and other activities, Enlightium Academy fosters a rich learning environment. Enlightium offers over 100 electives across all grade levels, including world languages and career-oriented courses.

Students in grades PreK-2 can choose from two book-based curricula: AOP and BJU. The Primary Support package offers the benefits of accreditation while following a parent-led, print-based teaching model.

The Primary Support package is a parent-led program designed for students whose parents want to take the initiative of educating their own child using the print-based curriculum while remaining under the umbrella and guidance of Enlightium Academy. Enlightium Academy will provide record-keeping services, grading verification, and administrative support for parents who are homeschooling their children.

A Personalized Learning Experience for Students

During the enrollment phase, counselors evaluate diagnostic test results and previous school records. They then determine the student's education plan and curriculum in collaboration with parental input. At Enlightium, we serve a wide range of students, from students at-risk to students who need a personalized approach to learning. 

In addition, Enlightium supports high-achieving students via personalized learning. Students who score above average at their grade level in the diagnostic tests and who display above-average performance on their previous school’s progress report (B’s and above) may be considered for honor courses. Honor courses demand more effort from students since they move at a heightened pace, contain more projects, and explore subjects with more depth. 

Personalization also provides an opportunity for progressing ahead of school peers. Per their Enlightium counselor’s approval and collaboration with teachers and parents, a student may take advanced courses beyond their grade level. An accelerated path is available to students where they can complete grade levels at a faster pace. Fees apply for courses above the regular course requirements or standard course load.

Your Students Can Socialize with Students from Around the World!

Enlightium Academy is proud to offer students the unique opportunity to participate in a variety of educational and competitive events. Students in grades PreK-12 have the option to participate in an Enlightium Academy social event ranging from spelling bees to a pen pal program!  Additionally, Enlighitum students socialize with friends from their church’s youth groups, family members, and through local sports!

Accreditation Matters

When looking for a partner in high-quality education for your child, accreditation matters. When a school holds accreditation status, it means an outside agency has thoroughly vetted its academic programs for rigorousness, quality, and adherence to educational standards. Additionally, accreditation ensures that a school is stable, both fiscally and structurally.

Accreditation provides confirmation that the promises the school makes about the delivery system, courses, teachers, student support, and tuition and fees are fair and trustworthy. To maintain the accreditation status an on-site audit is conducted by the accrediting body every five years to ensure that high standards remain and ongoing development is in place.

In addition to providing credits that can easily transfer between schools, another benefit of accreditation is that it puts a stamp of approval on graduates. Graduating from an accredited school indicates that graduates are ready to study at a college level. This is important to colleges and universities when reviewing a new student's acceptance.

Enlightium Academy is a private Christian online school that serves homeschooling families by offering a Bible-based, flexible, accredited, teacher-supported, and affordable education from the comfort of your home. For any other questions about Enlightium, please call (509) 319-2288, or visit EnlightiumAcademy.com.

Referrences:

1. Davis, A. (2011). Evolution of homeschooling. Distance Learning, 8(2), 29-35.

When a student is expelled from school due to academic or behavioral concerns, it can be an overwhelming experience for both the student and their parents. It’s challenging to find a new school that can provide a personalized academic approach to education. Enlightium Academy offers exactly what parents of expelled students might need to help their student to get on track. As an online school, Enlightium Academy accepts students throughout the year in grades PreK-12. We provide an easy admissions process, affordable tuition, counselors, and caring teachers who guide each student toward an accredited diploma. Read on to learn more about how Enlightium Academy can help your child get back on track with their education!

Technology has become an integral part of our lives, and online learning is no exception. Online students have the opportunity to gain valuable technology skills that will help them succeed in the future. In this blog post, we'll explore how online students can develop essential technology and computer skills that will set them up for success in higher education and beyond.

It is a blessing that we are able to follow how the Bible teaches us to take care of our land. “You shall walk in all the way that the Lord your God has commanded you, that you may live, and that it may go well with you, and that you may live long in the land that you shall possess,” Deuteronomy 5:33. God does not promise to make Christians wealthy or healthy, but he does bless those who walk with him in ways that draw them nearer to him. To walk with God means to direct all things toward him, even how we steward our planet. So, when we take care of our surroundings it pleases the Lord. Even small steps can make a meaningful difference to our environment. 

Have you ever wanted to learn something new, but the traditional classroom setting just isn’t for you? With online learning, your classroom can be wherever you choose. Now more than ever before, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and expand their knowledge with eLearning platforms that are available from the comfort of home.

The transition from a traditional classroom to an online school has opened up new opportunities for students all around the world. With the internet being so accessible and technology advancing at such a rapid rate, you can attend classes anywhere—whether it be in bed, on the beach, or even in your PJs!

As parents of children who attend public schools, we want the best for our kids – academically, socially, and emotionally. But what happens when our children become so overwhelmed with their schoolwork that their stress levels skyrocket? Is there an alternative to traditional schooling that can help them to feel more in control? The answer may be homeschooling. By removing the traditional classroom environment from the equation, homeschooling can provide a respite from the pressures of modern society and give your child’s mental health a much-needed break.

As a working parent, have you ever wished your child could join you on business trips? With online education, it's now a possibility. Nowadays, children can attend class from anywhere. And with the right technology and planning, you can use your work-related travel as an educational opportunity for your student. In this blog post, we'll look at how to make the most of your working trips by turning them into learning experiences for your online student.

Are you finding it difficult to motivate your students to remain engaged in their schoolwork? Are you looking for an innovative way to help them stay on track and reach their goals? Enrolling in online courses may be the answer. Online learning can provide students with a more accessible, flexible, and engaging learning experience that is tailored to their individual needs. By introducing the right tools and resources, these courses can help students stay motivated and inspired while still providing the same quality of education as traditional classrooms. In this blog post, we will explore how online courses can help motivate learners and give tips on how to get started with online education.