Our Founder

She holds her PhD in Philosophy in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University and her Master’s degree in K-12 Guidance & Counseling from Whitworth University. Yelena is ACSI and state-certified. Throughout her career, she has been devoted to preparing the next generation of godly leaders by making a difference in their hearts and minds.

Yelena has spoken at numerous educational conferences about the need for personalized Christian education and how she applied it to raising her three biological and five adopted children.

Why Enlightium?

• Enlightening the Homeschooling Journey - eBook Available on Amazon
• Why Should I Send My Child to Your School?
• Enlightium Academy is Not Just a School, It’s a Relationship, It’s a Partnership, It’s a Family
• Online K-12 Education As A Homeschool Option
• Personalized Approach to Learning
• Do You Know Someone Who Needs to Experience What You Have at Enlightium?

Academics

• The Importance of Parental Involvement in a Child’s Life
• Parental Rights and Responsibilities in Educating their Children
• Building Relationships with Online Students

Yelena's Story

• A Passion for Christian Education
• The Formative Years
• Trusting in God's Word as Enough for All Things