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
Harvard study finds homeschoolers become healthy, happy, virtuous adults

A recent study by Harvard researchers has cast doubt on common misconceptions about homeschool students, particularly concerning their lives after graduation. The study was released amidst… Read More

December 21, 2021
Christian Schools, Public Education
Making the switch: Five steps to withdraw your child from school mid-year

Many parents can feel overwhelmed at the thought of pulling their child from public school right in the middle of a school year. But take heart – it’s… Read More

December 15, 2021
Christian Schools
Interest in classical Christian education is on the rise

As Christian schools see record enrollment numbers after COVID-19, a subset of this group has also witnessed increased growth in its approach to… Read More

December 2, 2021
Culture
Thanksgiving is more than turkey: The biblical notion of gratitude has proven health benefits

Approximately 2,000 years ago the Apostle Paul encouraged a fledgling church to “give thanks in every situation.” Even earlier than that, a Jewish king explained that “a joyful heart is… Read More

November 24, 2021
Culture
Apprenticeship Week highlights growing demand for skilled workers

This week marks National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 15-21). Innovative organizations around the United States continue using this age-old practice to tackle current employment… Read More

November 19, 2021