Founder
Ari Blandon founded Eaton Academic after 19 years of redefining education for diverse learners. With a Master’s in International Education and an Ed.S. in Administration & Supervision, she has served on Florida’s Secondary Mathematics Curriculum Panel and earned TNTP recognition in 2021 – 2022. Ari unites passionate educators and dedicated families, championing personalized learning pathways and scholarship access so every child can thrive.
Operations
As Director of Digital Strategy & Operations, Ivan Maldonado orchestrates Eaton Academic’s web development, process automation, and data-driven marketing. His background in SEO, analytics, and conversion optimization builds seamless online experiences that expand homeschool access. Ivan’s tech-forward leadership turns innovative ideas into efficient systems for students and families.
English / Language Arts
Wendy Velasquez is a National Board-Certified ELA teacher with 12 years of experience guiding middle-school writers from rough draft to polished prose. Her passion for diverse literature and Socratic discussion helps students develop critical-thinking skills and a lifelong love of reading. Wendy has been featured in Edutopia for her project-based approach to teaching rhetoric and creative nonfiction.
Mathematics
Holding a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Hilda Pinto spent a decade as a NASA data-modeling specialist before shifting to education. She makes algebra and geometry tangible through real-world simulations—think calculating Mars-lander trajectories to master quadratic functions. Hilda’s classes consistently score in the 95th percentile on statewide assessments.
Science
Nancy Goyal is a certified STEM educator and former biotech researcher who brings lab-bench discoveries into the virtual classroom. From DNA-extraction labs you can do at home to citizen-science biodiversity projects, Nancy’s lessons ignite curiosity and meet Next Gen Science Standards. She’s a two-time recipient of the TNTP “Reimagine Teaching” award.
Social Studies
Penny Emerson is a Fulbright Scholar and former museum curator who turns history into an immersive experience. Her classes feature artifact-based investigations and mock-UN debates that build research, empathy, and public-speaking skills. Penny’s students routinely take top honors in National History Day competitions.
Social Studies
Adrianne Ramos is a National Geographic Grosvenor Teacher Fellow who has trekked six continents to bring global perspectives to her classroom. Her project-based units pair primary-source analysis with virtual-reality field trips, fostering cultural literacy and critical inquiry.
Mathematics
Stephanie Mejia is a civil-engineer-turned-educator who brings design thinking to math instruction. Students tackle real-world challenges—building scale bridges and coding Python to model traffic flow—while mastering algebra through calculus. Her learners average two grade-level gains per year.
Science
Desiree Blandon is a marine biologist who has logged 1,200 diver hours on coral-reef restoration projects. She brings that field expertise to hands-on labs where students monitor water quality and model ecosystems in real time, aligning with AP Environmental Science standards.
<We Love What We Do>
Our Mission
We foster student growth through engaging learning experiences, meaningful connections, and a strong foundation of values. In small, supportive groups of ten, students make steady progress each day. Instead of high-pressure exams, we use regular, low-stakes assessments to guide their development. Our approach helps students embrace challenges with confidence, equipping them with the adaptability needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Our Vision
Eaton Academic sets the standard for K-8 homeschool education, offering small, close-knit learning environments, forward-thinking curricula, and expert instruction. We are redefining education by making engaging, real-world learning experiences accessible to every curious child. Through each lesson and interaction, we don’t just prepare students for the future—we empower them to shape it.
Our Values
Eaton Academic sets the standard for K-12 homeschool education, offering small, close-knit learning environments, forward-thinking curricula, and expert instruction. We are redefining education by making engaging, real-world learning experiences accessible to every curious child.
Forget boring lectures—our lessons are dynamic, conversational, and designed to captivate. With engaging storytelling, real-world connections, and interactive discussions, our teachers inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Using research-backed strategies, we guide students through deeper exploration, helping them build understanding.
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