Texas State Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum
School districts can choose their own lesson plans, but the state will offer an incentive of $60 per student to districts that adopt the lessons
Texas Board of Education passes Bluebonnet Learning curriculum
The State Board of Education on Friday approved the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) proposal for Texas’ state-owned textbooks, known as Bluebonnet Learning.
Texas education board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools
Texas’ education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. The approval Friday follows other Republican-led states that have pushed this year to give religion a larger presence in public classrooms.
Texas State Board of Education OKs hotly debated state-created lessons with Bible stories
The SBOE approved the material by an 8-7 vote with only Republican members voting for it. All Democratic members and three Republicans opposed it.
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 State Board of Education approves school curriculum with Biblical references
The Texas State Board of Education has approved a set of lesson plans for elementary students that includes stories from the Bible.
Texas Board of Education tentatively approves new curriculum integrating the Bible
The controversy now coming to light is not so much that religion is discussed in public schools, but that the proposed material heavily focuses on Christianity.
Texas State Board of Education approves public school curriculum with biblical references
The Texas State Board of Education took the final step needed Friday to advance a controversial curriculum that includes bible teachings.The board formally signed off on allowing bible-influenced content in the classrooms with a final vote of 8 to 7 in favor of the curriculum,
Texas makes public education great again (for Christians)
Texas State Board of Education narrowly approved a new elementary school curriculum that has drawn widespread criticism for favoritism toward Christianity. The criticism is warranted, but it’s nonetheless unlikely that courts will find the Bluebonnet Learning Program an unconstitutional establishment of religion.
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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Texas State Board of Education approves curriculum with Bible-based lessons
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Texas State Board of Education signals support for Bible-infused curriculum
A majority of the Texas State Board of Education signaled its support Tuesday for a state-authored curriculum under ...