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State Board of Education to vote on new curriculum emphasizing Texas, Christian themes
By Bill Zeeble at Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
The Republican-majority State Board of Education is scheduled to vote this week on adopting curriculum changes statewide. Critics say the new social studies lessons and reading lists over-emphasize Christianity.
Key takeaway Critics say the new social studies lessons and reading lists over-emphasize Christianity.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The proposed curriculum changes to be voted on by the State Board of Education have significant implications for San Antonio students. As a community with a rich cultural heritage, San Antonio's schools have long sought to balance the teaching of Texas history with a diverse and inclusive approach to education. The new social studies lessons and reading lists, which critics argue over-emphasize Christianity, may disrupt this balance and potentially alienate students from non-Christian backgrounds. San Antonio parents and educators will be watching the vote closely, as the outcome will shape the educational experience of local students and influence the way Texas history is taught in Bexar County schools. The decision may also spark debate about the role of religion in public education and the need for a more nuanced approach to teaching the state's complex cultural and historical landscape.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
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