Bible, Texas

After Oklahoma and Louisiana, Texas will be next to try for Bible lessons in schools
While Bible-based lessons will not be mandatory, schools that incorporate them will receive additional funding. Boosters say the Bible is a core feature of American history, while critics point out the lessons will alienate students from other religions.
Texas education officials approve optional school curriculum that incorporates Bible lessons. Some say it’s unconstitutional
Public schools in Texas now have the option to use a new, state-written curriculum infused with Bible stories after the state’s school board voted in favor of the material on Friday.
Texas Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum
A majority of the Texas State Board of Education gave final approval Friday to a state-authored curriculum under intense scrutiny in recent months for its heavy inclusion of biblical teachings. Eight of the 15 board members voted to approve Bluebonnet Learning,
Texas board approves public school reading material that includes Bible stories
Only Republican members of the education board voted for it. All Democratic members and three Republicans opposed it.
Texas greenlights Bible-based curriculum for use in public schools
The state-created and optional curriculum comes as many states are pushing biblical education in public schools
Bible-Based Lessons for Public Schools Get Final Approval in Texas
The state’s board of education narrowly voted to allow schools to start using the reading and language arts curriculum next fall if they choose.
Texas approves curriculum allowing Bible-based teachings in public grade schools
Developed by the Texas Education Agency earlier this year, the curriculum introduces Bible-based lessons, such as the Golden Rule, and stories from books like Genesis into classrooms. While adopting the curriculum is optional, schools implementing it will receive additional funding.
Texas Board of Education votes to approve Bible curriculum in elementary schools
The curriculum adopted by the state education board, which is controlled by elected Republicans, is optional for schools, but they will receive additional funding if they implement it.
Texas education officials approve Bible-based lessons for K-5 schools
The optional curriculum for elementary schools aligns with Trump’s plans for a more conservative agenda in public school classrooms.
Texas State Board of Education approves curriculum with Bible-based lessons
The State Board of Education on Friday, Nov. 22, approved reading curriculum for public elementary schools that has received backlash for including lessons based on Bible stories, like the Good Samaritan,
Texas Schools to Integrate Bible Stories in Classes
Starting in the 2025 school year, Texas will introduce a new curriculum for grades K-5 that incorporates Bible-infused lessons, stirring a mix of support and concern. Advocates argue that referencing biblical stories,
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