Jillian Schneider

Jillian Schneider is a Staff Writer for The Lion. Her work has also appeared on RealClearEducation, The Federalist, The Heartlander, Acton Institute PowerBlog, and ZuMedia.

Culture
Anti-religious ‘watchdog’ claims Texas school board’s prayers violate the Constitution

A school board in Texas is being targeted by an anti-religion group for praying before meetings. The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF), whose purpose is to “promote the… Read More

February 15, 2023
Culture
DEI initiatives may be driving students away while hurting those who stay

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are becoming a politicized tool to promote a progressive agenda – and schools that promote them are suffering the consequences, a new report… Read More

February 14, 2023
Culture, Public Education
After School Satan Club might pay the price for being controversial – literally

A Virginia school board is considering revising its policies on after-school clubs following conflict over a new “After School Satan Club.” The Chesapeake Public School Board previously allowed… Read More

February 14, 2023
Culture
Missouri Senate poised to ban cross-sex surgery and hormones for minors

The Missouri Senate conducted a hearing Tuesday on a bill that would ban gender transition procedures for minors. The Emerging Issues Committee heard arguments for and against… Read More

February 14, 2023
Public Education
Where did all the public school students go?

More than 1.2 million students left the public system in a COVID-fueled diaspora. A new report examines where they went and why. In Where Kids Went… Read More

February 13, 2023