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.

Government
Idaho bill to defund teachers’ unions awaiting governor’s signature

The Idaho Legislature has passed a bill prohibiting teachers’ unions from receiving public funding. HB 516 makes it illegal to “require or permit a school district, including… Read More

April 8, 2026
Culture
Want to buy a house? Get married to increase your chances, analyst concludes

As “affordability” takes center stage in the political discussion, people on both sides of the aisle are lamenting the plight of young people who struggle to afford a home. Read More

April 1, 2026
Courts
Public education nonprofit sues Wisconsin county for selling empty property to Christian school 

A thriving Christian school in Wisconsin is facing a lawsuit against its effort to purchase an unused public college campus. FaithRidge Christian School, formerly Ozaukee Christian School,… Read More

March 30, 2026
Government
Alaska parents, vendors rally against bill to defund school choice

The Alaska State Legislature is considering a bill to effectively defund the state’s only school choice program, and parents aren’t happy. SB 277 would rearrange the funding… Read More

March 30, 2026
Public Education
Poverty, fatherlessness contribute to racial achievement gaps – not racism, new report finds

For decades, the learning gaps between African American and white students have been attributed to systemic racism and inequitable funding. But new research has found social issues may… Read More

March 27, 2026