Texas School Board Faces Backlash Over Bible-Centric Curriculum Proposal

Critics argue the proposed curriculum prioritizes Christianity, raising concerns about religious bias and age-appropriateness in public education.

The Texas State Board of Education is set to vote on the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum, which incorporates Bible stories and Christian theology into K-5 public school lessons.
Opponents, including Jewish organizations, interfaith groups, and educators, claim the curriculum disproportionately emphasizes Christianity and includes inaccuracies about other religious traditions.
Supporters argue the curriculum promotes cultural literacy by teaching religious texts alongside historical and literary content, though critics say it crosses the line into proselytism.
The curriculum includes financial incentives for school districts to adopt it, raising concerns about undue pressure on cash-strapped districts to prioritize the material.
The debate reflects a broader national trend of efforts to increase the presence of Christianity in public schools, sparking legal and ethical questions about the separation of church and state.