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Shanxi Omoniyi

Shanxi Omoniyi is a staff writer for The Heartlander. She also serves as Online Content Director at Midwest Parent Educators (MPE), a nonprofit organization serving thousands of homeschool families…

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

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

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

The public school system’s attack on religion and traditional values threatens the basic foundations of a free society, says former U.S. attorney general William Barr. “Our whole civilization… 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 homeschooling mom… 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 for getting… Read More

June 22, 2022
Government, Homeschools
Homeschool moms dispel common stereotypes, misconceptions about their work

Since the dramatic increase in U.S. homeschool families after the COVID-19 pandemic, several critics of homeschooling have expressed concerns over the long-term effects of educating at home. Will… Read More

June 14, 2022