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…

Public Education
St. Louis Public Schools fires superintendent after ‘intense’ discussions with school board

The troubled St. Louis Public Schools district remained tight-lipped about the reasons it has fired its latest superintendent, Dr. Millicent Borishade, during an Oct. 20 press meeting. “Not… Read More

October 22, 2025
Public Education
‘We must accelerate our efforts:’ 5 San Antonio districts race to implement turnaround plans to avoid state takeovers

Five San Antonio districts are in danger of state takeovers if they continue to earn “D” or “F” ratings for their performance in teaching students, the Texas Education Agency… Read More

October 21, 2025
Public Education
Oklahoma district investigates allegations of staffers serving alcohol to minors at weekend party, reported hospitalization

Local and state officials in Oklahoma are investigating allegations of “potential misconduct” by Elgin Public Schools staffers reportedly serving alcohol to minors, resulting in a hospitalization. “Elgin PS… Read More

October 21, 2025
Public Education
Florida district highlights mental health resources after loss of 3 high school students in 1 week

Seminole County Public Schools in central Florida is mourning the loss of three students who committed suicide in a week – all who died within 48 hours of one… Read More

October 20, 2025
Public Education
Nebraska school district switches to manual systems after suffering cybersecurity attack

A Nebraska school district switched to taking attendance manually after its technology network experienced a cybersecurity attack. “The announcement regarding our cyber attack has understandably raised concerns among… Read More

October 20, 2025