“School as a Market Place” Economics Program
Elijah House Academy began an economics program in the fall of 1995 under the direction of Donna Broughton receiving local and state honors from the Virginia Council on Economic Education, as well as national honors from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. This program is designed to promote an understanding of the free enterprise system, acquisition of basic living skills, and development of entrepreneurial aspirations.
2006 Richmond History Makers
Elijah House Academy was honored by the Valentine Richmond History Center as the winning school for the 2006 Richmond History Makers in the category of “Creating Quality Educational Opportunities” for the Richmond Metro Area.