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
Transparency index aims to keep Idaho public schools accountable to citizens, educational stakeholders

A think tank has published “the nation’s first Public School Transparency Index” – a crucial step in helping Idaho taxpayers and lawmakers navigate core educational data, the nonprofit argues. “Transparency… Read More

May 13, 2025
Government
More than 2,000 Connecticut families protest report seeking increased homeschool regulations

After a government report calling for more restrictions on homeschool families in Connecticut, more than 2,000 people demonstrated at the state capitol. “We are here because we are a homeschooling… Read More

May 12, 2025
Government
Illinois teachers’ unions pour millions into ‘effort to limit families’ educational options,’ commentary concludes

A controversial bill in Illinois is showcasing the state’s slide away from educational freedom, a taxpayer-advocacy organization warns. “Lawmakers and teachers unions are seeking to regulate homeschooling through House Bill… Read More

May 8, 2025
Public Education
Connecticut schools tightening YouTube policies after issues with elementary students 

As more Connecticut public-school teachers use video-based educational resources and instruction, districts are struggling to balance technological considerations with student safety. “Policies vary from district to district,” CTInsider.com… Read More

May 6, 2025
Homeschools
North Dakota homeschool co-op logs impressive growth in first year

Capstone, a faith-based homeschool co-operative in North Dakota, has already reached impressive heights within one year of its formation. “The group has expanded so much that they’ve currently capped the… Read More

May 5, 2025