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What to know about the push to make Bible stories required reading in Texas public schools
By Jim Vertuno and Jamie Stengle | The Associated Press at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
Texas would make Bible stories required reading for more than 5 million public school students under a proposal that has reignited debate over widening efforts in the U.S. to put more religion in classrooms.
A final vote by the Republican-controlled Texas State Board of Education on whether to...
Key takeaway A final vote by the Republican-controlled Texas State Board of Education on whether to approve the plan is set for Friday.
Why this matters in Southlake News
In Southlake , where community values often intersect with education, the proposal to make Bible stories required reading in Texas public schools is likely to resonate deeply with residents. As a community within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Southlake's schools would be directly impacted by the decision, affecting over 5 million public school students statewide, including those in local schools. The fact that Texas has already taken steps to incorporate more religion into classrooms, such as displaying the Ten Commandments and allowing chaplains to counsel students, suggests that the community may be receptive to the idea. However, critics' concerns about the separation of church and state and lack of diversity in the proposed curriculum may also find traction among some Southlake residents, particularly those who value a more inclusive approach to education. The outcome of the Texas State Board of Education's vote will be closely watched in Southlake, where the decision will have a direct impact on the community's schools and students.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Texas would make Bible stories required reading for more than 5 million public school students under a proposal that has reignited debate over widening efforts in the U.S. to put more religion in classrooms.
A final vote by the Republican-controlled Texas State Board of Education on whether to...
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