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Jillian Schneider

Jillian Schneider is a Staff Writer for The Heartlander. A California native, she recently graduated from Azusa Pacific University with Bachelors degrees in Communication Studies and Humanities. Her…

Courts
Vermont mothers sue state over restrictions to nation’s oldest school choice program

Two mothers are suing Vermont over a new law that severely restricts the state’s school choice program. The lawsuit, filed Feb. 27, argues Act 73 unconstitutionally restricts Vermont’s… Read More

March 12, 2026
Culture
Planned Parenthood laments efficacy of Trump’s pro-life policies  

Planned Parenthood is bemoaning the Trump-Vance administration’s pro-life policies and the “damage” they have caused to abortion providers. In its report, Planned Parenthood argues President Donald… Read More

March 10, 2026
Homeschools
South Carolina debates whether to include homeschoolers in school choice   

South Carolina officials are debating whether homeschooled students should be eligible to receive school choice scholarships. South Carolina launched its Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF)… Read More

March 9, 2026
Public Education
Half of Colorado teachers injured by students; union blames lack of funding   

Half of Colorado’s teachers have been attacked by a student, but the state union still refuses to advocate for stronger discipline.  In its 2025-26 State of Education report, the Colorado Education Association… Read More

March 6, 2026
Government
Proposed ‘Baby Olivia’ laws would teach public school students about fetal development 

Several red states are considering “Baby Olivia” laws, which would require public schools to show scientifically accurate videos of fetal development to students. According to Utah’s HB 315, for example, during human development instruction… Read More

March 5, 2026