Enlightium Academy Support

Pen Pal Program (Grades PreK-12)

Overview

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  • Each semester, the registered student gets paired up with another Enlightium student of the same grade level. 
  • Students will write letters, learn about each other's culture, and make a new friend that will last a lifetime! Letters can be hand-written (highly recommended) or sent via email.
  • Enlightium will post a reminder on the Enlightium Parents app monthly for students to correspond with their pen pal.
  • Registration for the Pen Pal Program for the 2025-2026 school year will open during Student Social Week from September 8-12, 2025.

The Pen Pal Program Fulfills the Student Social Opportunity

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  • Participation in the Pen Pal Program counts as fulfilling the Student Social Opportunity.

How does my student get paired up with another Enlightium student?

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  1. During the registration process, the families provide:
    1. The student's name, gender, and grade level.
    2. The best mailing address for the student to receive letters, or their email address.
  2. Enlightium will randomly pair your student with another Enlightium student who is
  3. geographically distant from your family.
  4. The parent is strongly encouraged to be involved, especially at the younger grade levels.

What Costs Are Associated?

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  • If the student is sending letters in the mail, standard shipping rates apply.

Pen Pal Program Club Schedule

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  • Optional check-in meetings will be held once a quarter.
  • Dates:
    • November 14, 2025, from 10:00 - 10:30 am Pacific Time / 1:00 - 1:30 pm Eastern Time
    • January 30, from 10:00 - 10:30 am Pacific Time / 1:00 - 1:30 pm Eastern Time
    • April 17, from 10:00 - 10:30 am Pacific Time / 1:00 - 1:30 pm Eastern Time
  • A link to join will be provided to the student's and primary contact's email addresses

Club T-Shirt

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  • Order a club-themed t-shirt here.

Questions?

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