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Texas Schools Add Bible to Curriculum | Texas News
Starting this fall, Texas public school students will read Bible stories in English class — sparking debate over religion in education. Parents can opt their kids out with a simple written request, but they still must complete all coursework and meet graduation requirements. Schools aren’t required to provide alternative assignments, though some parent groups are pushing for it. And here’s the catch: even if your child skips the Bible lessons, they may still be tested on them — potentially putting them at a disadvantage and affecting school scores. The state is still figuring out how to…
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