Shanxi Omoniyi

Shanxi Omoniyi is a staff writer for The Lion. She also serves as Online Content Director at Midwest Parent Educators (MPE), a nonprofit organization serving thousands of homeschool families not…

Homeschools
Florida eases regulations on microschools, expanding access to locations without local government approval

Frank and Natalie Farro needed space in 2020 to start a microschool in Coral Springs, Florida. However, they couldn’t find a suitable place to host them long term. “Location has… Read More

August 14, 2024
Christian Schools
Christian Teacher of the Year: Erin Seitz uses art to ‘serve others and share the good news of Jesus’

Even though Erin Seitz had felt a calling to be a Christian art teacher since 5th grade, she didn’t think it was possible given the path she was on. “I… Read More

August 12, 2024
Culture
Elderly concentration camp survivor, pro-life advocate faces trial, prepares for death if imprisoned

A cross necklace around the neck of a senior defendant holds special significance for its owner, who wore it 80 years earlier as she was removed to a communist concentration… Read More

August 8, 2024
Homeschools
Starting to homeschool? Look for local workshops like this one for free resources and tools

To jumpstart parents’ introduction to homeschooling, a Kansas City-area nonprofit is offering the opportunity to browse free curriculum at an upcoming workshop. The workshop will take… Read More

August 7, 2024
Public Education
St. Louis public schools grapple with board squabbles, audit requests after superintendent’s leave of absence

The St. Louis mayor has requested an audit of the city’s public schools one week after the furlough of its superintendent, even as school board members… Read More

August 6, 2024