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Which Bible passages are in Texas’ proposed student reading list? Here’s what the selections reveal.
Summary by Waco Editorial Desk Ellie Ashby, The Texas Tribune , as published by KXXV
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The proposed reading list features around a dozen biblical excerpts, including stories like Noah's Ark and David and Goliath.
The State Board of Education is set to vote on a new curriculum that includes Bible passages and religious stories. This decision has sparked debate about the role of Christianity in public school classrooms. The proposed reading list features around a dozen biblical excerpts, including stories like Noah's Ark and David and Goliath.
These stories would be read aloud in English classes, starting from a young age. Further details about the proposed curriculum and its potential impact are available from local news sources, including KXXV.
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Category: government Published: June 21, 2026 Source: KXXV Reading time: 1 min
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