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
As homeschool numbers rise, nonprofits warn of public-school overreach

Looking to withdraw your children from the public school system? You may face procedural hoops and obstacles that aren’t required by law – and ongoing challenges even after the… Read More

July 20, 2022
Culture, Homeschools
Homeschool workshop to answer parents’ questions, equip them with tools and confidence

Midwest Parent Educators As more families choose homeschooling over public school, a Kansas City-area workshop can help them consider their options and explore local… Read More

July 12, 2022
Culture, Public Education
‘Increasingly militant’ public schools threaten U.S. system of self-government, Barr warns

Photo by: Shane T. McCoy / US Marshals The public school system’s attack on religion and traditional values threatens the basic foundations of a free society, says… Read More

July 7, 2022
Homeschools
Here’s what success in homeschooling looks like, according to this 12-year veteran  

What does success in homeschooling look like? Simple, says Christina Perry.  “Success looks like my kids growing up to be who God makes them to be,” the… Read More

June 28, 2022
Homeschools
Five ways homeschool families can find educational savings  

If you’re new to homeschooling near Kansas City (and beyond!), you may be wondering how to save money as you educate your children.  Here are five tips… Read More

June 22, 2022