Religion in the U.S. public schools ... "Public schools can neither foster religion nor preclude it. Our public schools must treat religion with fairness and respect and vigorously protect religious expression as well as the freedom of conscience of all other students.
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Federal Guidelines for Religious Expression in Public Schools ... Public schools may not provide religious instruction but may teach about religion. ... Religion in the Public Schools: A Joint Statement of Current Law...
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The Pew Forum offers a variety of resources that probe the relationship between religion and public schools, including reports, event transcripts, polling data and the latest news ... Pew Forum Resources on Religion & Public Schools...
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On February 7, 2003, the Secretary issued guidance on constitutionally protected prayer in public elementary and secondary schools. This guidance explains the responsibilities of state educational agencies and local educational agencies with respect to this aspect of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB).
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Some say that the Supreme Court has declared the public schools "religion-free zones" or that the law is so murky that school officials cannot know what is legally permissible. The former claim is simply wrong. And as to the latter, while there are some difficult issues, much has been settled.
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The presence and extent of religion in public schools is one of the most difficult and contentious issues when it comes to the separation of church and state. ... Traditionally, public schools in America have been very explicit in their celebration of the Christmas season - for students, it has been ... Religion in School...
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Teaching about religion in public schools: worldview education. Helping educators to include a diversity of worldviews when teaching about religion. ... To provide academic information and teaching materials related to teaching about religion in public schools in support of:
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