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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…

Public Education
‘A problem no one can seem to solve’: Summing up the public-school math education crisis

Despite getting good grades in the 2024-25 academic year, Ebony Coleman’s daughter knew she needed help in math. “When my daughter was in eighth grade, she told me she was probably going… Read More

March 5, 2026
Public Education
Portland schools report ‘mid-year operating gap’ on top of $50 million deficit for next year

In yet another financial blow to Oregon’s largest district, Portland Public Schools has admitted a “mid-year operating gap” in addition to its $50 million budget shortfall for next… Read More

March 4, 2026
Public Education
Baltimore’s schools battle 20% dropout rate, more than twice the state average 

More than 20% of Baltimore students are leaving high school before graduating, a new report discovered. “The Maryland State Department of Education says Baltimore City Public Schools has a 20.8%… Read More

March 4, 2026
Crime
Nebraska district reacts to paraprofessional’s arrest after new evidence surfaces regarding 2022 child sex assault report

(The Heartlander) — Norfolk Public Schools in Nebraska is reaffirming its commitment to “a safe and secure environment” for both students and staff after the Feb. 25 arrest of… Read More

March 3, 2026
Homeschools
More American Jews should consider homeschooling, writer concludes

If you’re Jewish and deciding between public schools or day schools for your children, try a third educational option – homeschooling, a mother of six argues. “Watching peers struggle under the weight of schooling… Read More

March 2, 2026