Louise Secker

Louise Secker is a staff writer for The Lion. She has worked in nonprofit fundraising and marketing for more than 20 years and served on a number of boards and committees related to health,…

Christian Schools
Christian Schools face government lawsuits over mandate noncompliance, voters join pushback

Several Christian schools across the country have found themselves facing legal action as they fight back against government mandates that schools and parents find overreaching. Earlier… Read More

November 9, 2021
Christian Schools
Greenville Christian School: A football powerhouse despite small budget, larger rivals

Over the last two seasons, Mississippiā€™s tiny Greenville Christian School has emerged as a football force despite its small budget and limited facilities. Ranked number one in the… Read More

November 3, 2021
Christian Schools
Christian schools see record enrollment growth, outperform public schools during pandemic

The effects of the pandemic, combined with cultural shifts and political pressure on public school curriculum has translated into a boon for Christian schools nationwide.Ā  Photo… Read More

November 1, 2021
Christian Schools
Petra Academy: Sense of Community Fuels Growth

Petra Academy, a classical Christian school in Bozeman, Mont. is experiencing growth that mirrors other Christian schools around the country. Enhancements to athletics and community service are just… Read More

October 27, 2021
Public Education
Pennsylvania, Missouri, & Ohio School Boards Associations leave national association, 22 states distance themselves from ā€˜domestic terrorismā€™ language applied to parents

(Updated 10/28) Last week, the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) voted to cancel its longtime membership with the National School Boards Association (NSBA). A week… Read More

October 22, 2021