Meet Mikhail Khamokov

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A Journey That Began at Fourteen

Mikhail’s educational journey with Sharon began in 2020, when he was fourteen years old.

During the COVID-19 lockdown, his parents found Sharon’s online English program while

searching for stronger academic opportunities. What started as online lessons quickly

became something much larger.

At the time, his English level was approximately A2+. Within just one to one and a half years

of structured study, consistent mentorship, and active participation in Sharon’s learning

community, he advanced to C1 level proficiency. The transformation was not only linguistic,

but personal.

Through Sharon’s classes, he developed confidence, discipline, and global perspective.

Surrounded by motivated classmates and guided by a teacher who emphasized clarity and

accountability, he began to see education as a pathway beyond borders.

From Online Lessons to International Education

Inspired by his progress and the international community Sharon built, Mikhail made the

decision to study abroad. He moved to Canada at sixteen and completed high school at

Hudson College in Toronto.

Adapting to a new country, new academic system, and full English immersion required

resilience and independence. The foundation built during his early years of study allowed

him to succeed academically and integrate confidently into a global environment.

Several years later, after building both academic and professional growth, Mikhail and

Sharon met in person in Toronto in May 2025 — a full-circle moment marking five years

since their first online lesson.

Expanding Across Continents

Today, Mikhail is pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering in Intelligent Manufacturing Engineering

with Contemporary Entrepreneurialism at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in

China.

His academic focus combines advanced manufacturing, interdisciplinary system design, and

innovation strategy. He leads and contributes to engineering research and prototype

development projects, including modular bioprinting systems and applied technology

initiatives.

Studying in China represents another chapter of international growth — adapting once again

to a new academic and cultural system while operating within global teams.

Role in Sharon’s Classes

Beyond being a former student, Mikhail has been contributing to marketing development,

strategic initiatives, and cross-platform growth within Sharon’s Classes and ELIS since 2021.

Having personally experienced the impact of structured language education and mentorship,

he brings both lived perspective and strategic insight to the organization. His journey — from

a 14-year-old online learner to an international university student — reflects the long-term

power of consistent education, accountability, and community.

Education as Expansion

For Mikhail, education is not simply about passing exams. It is about expanding opportunity.

His path — beginning with online English lessons during a global lockdown and evolving into

international study, engineering innovation, and cross-continental collaboration —

demonstrates how structured learning can shape long-term direction.

He continues to believe in building platforms that help others gain the same confidence,

clarity, and global access that once changed his own trajectory