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Texas Education Board Advances Bible Curriculum for Public Schools

The Texas Board of Education moves closer to allowing Bible lessons in K-5 classrooms, stirring controversy over the implications for secular education.

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Updated: Nov 19th, 2024, 6:42 PM ET

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The Texas State Board of Education has advanced a controversial plan for an optional Bible curriculum in public schools for grades K-5. A final vote is expected soon after receiving mixed public feedback emphasizing concerns around the proposal's focus on Christianity and potential violation of secular teaching standards. While educators and advocacy groups argue this could alienate students from diverse religious backgrounds, supporters contend it enriches the educational experience. Similar initiatives and legal challenges are occurring in states like Oklahoma and Louisiana, marking a national trend toward integrating religious teachings in public education.

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