Educate. Innovate. Liberate.

EDUCATION UNLEASHED

EIA is a nonprofit resource association dedicated to fostering the growth, well-being, and advancement of the microschooling movement, helping it reach its full potential.

We exist to provide microschoolers with the support, resources and opportunities they need to grow their platforms, reach their students and thrive in an educational landscape that doesn’t cater to their specific needs.

We envision a future where individual educators have the tools and resources they need to develop their educational ideology in an environment free from legislative overreach and outdated frameworks that serve neither the educator nor the student. 

We believe education should be ignited and supported, not hampered by beurocratic restraints. 

Meet Our Team

The Minds Behind Education Innovators

JON LAYTON | EIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jon is the Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

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MEET OUR BOARD

The Innovators That Help Us Pinpoint Our Goals

JON LAYTON | EIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jon is the Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

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JON LAYTON | EIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jon is the Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

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JON LAYTON | EIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jon is the Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

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JON LAYTON | EIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jon is the Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

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JON LAYTON | EIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jon is the Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Education Innovators and our services.

What is Education Innovators?

Education Innovators is a micro-school association dedicated to empowering educators by providing them with the freedom to teach without bureaucratic constraints.

How can Education Innovators help educators?

We offer support, resources, and a community for educators looking to establish and run micro-schools, allowing them to focus on teaching rather than administrative tasks. 

We help founders optimize their busiess so they can concentrate on teaching.  REPHRASE

What services do you provide?

Our services include professional development, curriculum resources, administrative support, and a network of like-minded educators.

Advocacy, your voice with the goverment, reducing regulations on microschools. We help reduce costs, alludes to insurance and cost-sharing accounting, etc.

 

Who can join Education Innovators?

Any microschool founder or educator who is passionate about innovative teaching methods and wants to operate outside traditional school systems can join our association.

Parents or families who are tired of the status quo and want to support and participate in the movement … 

 Homeschool groups or co-ops who want the community/benefits but don’t fall under the microschooling umbrella.

How do I become a member?

To become a member, simply visit our membership page, fill out the application form, and our team will get in touch with you to discuss the next steps.

What are the benefits of joining?

Members gain access to exclusive resources, professional development opportunities, and a supportive community of educators committed to innovative teaching. Annual events, discounts, add all the things. multi-school events, etc. etc.