Jon England

Jon England

Senior Education Policy Analyst

jon@libertas.institute

Jon is the Senior Education Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He is a fourteen-year veteran of public schools. He taught both fifth and sixth grades, receiving Weber District’s E+ Team Award. He proudly homeschools his children with his wife.

Jon received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Utah and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University. He spent time in the Marine Corps and separated as a sergeant in 2006.

During his time in public schools, Jon increasingly understood the importance of parental empowerment in education. This increased understanding led him to join Libertas to provide educational freedom for families. Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and five children traveling, skiing, and playing games.

Jon England's Articles

Gavin Peterson’s family pulled him out of school to homeschool after allegations of abuse were brought against the father. The end result was a tragic death, leading some to call for more regulation of homeschool families. 
Gen Z doesn’t need to follow the same outdated formula. They need options, freedom and the chance to pursue careers that don’t come with a financial anchor.
Schools, stop using these isolation rooms and techniques. They don’t help you or the students you work with.
Microschools are not just an option, but a lifeline to parents seeking an education that meets the needs of their children.
There is clearly demand for this program, and we can afford to do even more to make Utah a hub for educational innovation and let parents make the choices they feel are best for their kids. 
Teachers often say they want children to ask questions, but the unfortunate reality is that traditional schools discourage child curiosity.