Texas education officials voted narrowly to offer preliminary approval on Tuesday for a new curriculum that includes Bible lessons for children starting in kindergarten, part of a growing effort in ...

Many opponents argued that the proposal’s emphasis on Christian teachings would alienate students of other faith backgrounds. Those in favor testified that it’ll give students a more holistic ...

The curriculum — designed by the state’s public education agency — would allow teachings from the Bible such as the Golden ...

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. The board is expected to officially vote on whether to approve the ...

The State Board of Education is moving forward with a plan to allow the use of textbooks that include stories from the Bible.