Enrichment 4 Happiness & Harmony is a non-profit organization helping to shape the educational experience for students & parents
How do we work?
At Enrichment 4 Happiness & Harmony Inc, the dynamic volunteer staff is comprised of a culturally diverse leadership team from multiple career fields and educational backgrounds. The team is very passionate about addressing social issues that have a negative effect on society by dedicating their time and energy to be part of the solution. We affect change by bringing together solutions, expertise, funding sources and collaborative partnerships.
Technology & Innovation
To make a lasting impact, we know that we must actively engage and include the homeschool community in decision making about what is desired. We are continually assessing needs in a forever evolving and changing climate.
Finance & Investing
We are working to build relationships with different organization to give homeschoolers and public schooled students access to newest technology. We want to provide parents, and students with programs and services to improve learning and decision-making.
Partnering with Local Communities
By nurturing relationships with likeminded organizations and private individuals, we're able to unlock new sources of capital and scale up our work far beyond what traditional funding can do alone.
Meet The Board
Nikki
President/CEO/Board Chair
Nikki believes all children should be afforded the same opportunities for education which improves the community as a whole, now and for generations to come. Prior to founding E4HH she discovered her passion for educating when she was hired as a Customer Service Representative at Cablevision. During her tenure there, she climbed the ladder to Corporate Instructor where she oversaw 47 remote locations and a regional call center and received several awards. Nikki has facilitated and developed workshops for all levels of employees, from entry level to VP's
After Cablevision Nikki served the community as a Police Officer at Rutgers University where she sat on a panel to improve community policing. She retired from the workforce to relocate and dedicate herself to her family, homeschooling and holistic studies.
Nikki graduated cume laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Pychology and minor Early Education. In addition she holds professional certifications in coaching, training & development, instructional design & facilitation.
Nikki’s extensive background in leadership, training and development has prepared her to assist homeschool families in achieving their educational goals.
Elena
Vice President/CFO/Board Treasurer
Elena believes collaborative work is a fundamental key to the enrichment of the community. As the Co-founder of E4HH, a mother, educator and advocate, she generates meaningful encounters and significant educational opportunities between students, parents, educators, local entities and specialist. Elena is passionate about homeschooling, conscious parenting, holistic living, bilingualism, education and children literature.
Elena holds an Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts in Theater with a concentration in Education. Elena has successfully developed and implemented several bilingual programs for children. She is currently in the process of writing her first bi-lingual children's book.
Elena has developed her strengths with over 20 years of experience in serving the community as an educator in the United States and Colombia. Her passion and extensive background in education and development has prepared her to make a significant impact within the homeschool community.
Santa Giselle
Marketing Director/Board Secretary
Santa Giselle is an experienced homeschool parent that has served as a human services advocate for over 20 years. She specializes in providing readiness skills for young adults.
Santa Giselle is the founder of HolisticGi Wellness, LLC with the purpose of serving and educating all communities. She has a Master of Science in Legal Studies and a Bachelor of Art in Criminal Justice. Santa Giselle has served various position on multiples boards, and volunteered several hours of community services throughout here professional journey. In addition, she is a licensed Massage Therapist, certified Ontological Coach and Yoga Teacher.
As the secretary for E4HH, she oversees the administrative operations of the board and is excited about the developing more empowering opportunities for homeschoolers in Henry.
Darlene
Marketing & Management Intern
Darlene is first-generation college student pursuing a Bachelors in Business Administration from Clayton State University. Darlene was taught the importance of education from a very young age, and how it can open many doors. She is driven by her passion for equality in education and community development. Darlene believes one of the greatest collective investments we can make as a community, is to invest into the future of children. Darlene hopes to accomplish great things during her internship with E4HH and looks forward to creating a strong bond with everyone she crosses paths with.
Darlene@e4hh.org
Spring 2023 Intern
Meet Our Staff
Directors
Talita
Operations Director
Talita is a native of Brazil. Today she serves with the United Nations, whose mission is to maintain international peace and security. Talita plays an intregral role in the UN Women Division that promotes gender equality and equality of women.
As Operations Director, Talita is responsible for overseeing operating procedures across E4HH Talita has over a decade of experience with development of financial plans and ensuring operational compliance. She has several certifications and a plethora of knowledge in administrative operations, procurement, ethics, social progress and human rights.
Talita believes education starts at home and is excited to be a part of developing the community.
Demond
Information Technology Director
Demond serves E4HH as our IT Director. His passion for technology began with a pilot coding program initiated in grade school. Demond holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Mathematics. He has over 3 decades of experience in management, training, hardware and software development.
Demond is the founder of Arch Industries of Technology LLC. He firmly believes that it takes a village to build a strong community. The growth of technology comes with the responsibility of developing knowledge. That knowledge will be the upward trajectory of the next generation.
As Demond keeps us up to date, he will continue to advocate for the community to have access to the most current technology.
Alford
Physical Fitness/Athletic Director
Alford is a retired Veteran from the United States Army, a Major, with over 20 years of honorable service. During his military career, he was the recipient of more than a dozen achievement, commendations and distinguished service awards. Alford has an extensive background in human resources, training, development, recruitment, sales and operation management. One of his passions is physical fitness and sports. He has served as a college Head Coach for several years and received several awards for Coach of the year, as well as, national recognition for his team.
Alford graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Regents College. In addition, he holds several professional certifications in Effective Management, Public Speaking, Briefing, Leadership, Administrative Procedures and Problem Solving Analysis. He is passionate about education and believes all children should have access to a physical fitness program that will help to develop self discipline, teamwork and healthy habits. Alford is honored to develop a gym program to support E4HH.
Balinda
Advocacy Director
As Advocacy Director for E4HH, Balinda will advocate for the interest of the youth, which includes analyzing and understanding the needs of the youth and their family unit.
Balinda has a strong background in management through her positions in the telecommunications field, she also brings over 2 decades of leadership & talent development, as well as, operation analyzation experience.
Balinda is a veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Army in Network Switching Operations. She holds a Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Art in Mathematics and Computer Science. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Business Leadership.
Balinda firmly believes that if we expect excellence from our youth we have to provide means for them to learn what excellence is. Balinda looks forward to helping develop the future leaders of our society.
Shadae
Special Events Director
Shadae is an experienced educator and homeschool advocate who believes that strong families are the foundation to successful communities. She was the former owner of Stonecrest Gymnastics nationally certified through USA Gymnastics and is a certified industry teacher. Shadae is respected for her creative approach in making the sport of gymnastics accessible to students in underserved communities. For over 20 years, she worked in the field of gymnastics and afterschool education, where she trained hundreds of teachers on her instructional methods.
Shadae was also recognized by former Olympian Gabrielle (Gabby) Douglas on the nationally syndicated television series "Undercover Boss." She has been highlighted for her work supporting women and girls in sports by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU). Today, her passions are spending time with her family, reading, hiking, traveling and education.
Suzannah
E4HH Community Outreach Director/STEM Instructor
Suzannah has over a decade of experience in the medical field, education and outreach programs to assist women and children in the community. Suzannah serves as our Community Outreach Director, she is responsible for developing and overseeing programs within our community to assist and connect families in need with resources.
Suzannah was a homeschooled learner through her grade school years and is an experienced homeschool mother of 2. Suzannah graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Clayton State University. In addition, she holds certifications in surgical technology, BLS, ACLS, PALS and OSHA Inspections
Suzannah believes It is our duty to share and help to uplift others in this lifetime and is excited about paving the way for others to join in building a stronger community.
bmaple@e4hh.org
Tracy
Science Director
Affectionately known by many close to her as “Mrs. Tracy”, Tracy wears many hats in her family and in her community. Born in Fort Benning Georgia and having spent most of her life in Florida, she graduated from Florida A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and minor in Science.
She served over 15 years in the Florida Department of Corrections as an Addictions Counselor, a Transition Specialist, and Chaplain. She developed a curiosity and love for the homeschool community shortly before moving back to Georgia in 2017.
Tracy has always maintained a love for science (especially biology) and music. She demonstrates that love as she homeschools her four young children. Along with being a homeschool Mom, Tracy works alongside her husband as co-owner of Shofar Transportation, LLC. She is also a certified Standardized Tester with BJU Press Homeschool. Tracy strongly believes that any child can learn if given the environment and opportunity to do so in their own way as every child has a unique learning style.
Chavon
Digital Literacy Director/Photographer
Chavon Bell-Williams is a wife, mother, and entrepreneur. She has a strong background in childhood development and is very passionate about the well-being of children. Chavon turned this passion into purpose when she opened her very own child development center. While running the center, she always gave back to the community.
As the CEO and Founder of Under Adria’s Wings Youth Organization, she helps and guides children who are grieving the loss of a parent.
Chavon is passionate about serving the community, she firmly believes that children are a beautiful light to the world and loves to capture candid moments that proves this to be true.
Coordinators
kpitts@e4hh.org
Machelle
Melissa
Special Events Coordinator
Melissa is a dedicated homeschool educator, a professional trader of money market assets and owner of e-commerce brand Callista’s Co. Melissa brings with her several years of independent contracting and administrative managerial experience. Melissa has earned an Associate of Arts and holds a certificate in AutoCAD from Pasco-Hernando State College.
Melissa prides herself as a lifetime learner and is currently attending Trading Academy in Atlanta, Georgia. Melissa believes that middle & highschoolers would benefit from learning about the financial trade market and entrepreneurship. She is very passionate about opening up doors of opportunity for professionals from different industries to share their experience with the youth.
Brandi
Special Events Coordinator
Brandi is a Georgia native who has lived in Henry county for over 20 years. Brandi has a passion for education and teaching children. She has served the community as a preschool teacher for several years and is currently homeschooling and supporting her families plumbing business.
Brandi is excited to be a part of E4HH and bring new opportunities for enrichment to homeschool children in the area
Teen Ambassador
2022-2023
Cayden
Teen Ambassador
Cayden, a native of Louisiana, is a teen homeschooler that loves basketball, traveling, writing and photography.
Cayden@e4hh.org
Julian
Teen Ambassador
Julian is a honor roll student on the road to graduating this year from High School. He is a member of NSHSS. He enjoys volunteering, track, football and cross country. Julian is in the process of applying to colleges for a BA in Criminal Justice and he aspires to join the FBI.
Julian@e4hh.org
