Public School Lawsuit Arises Over Aztec Prayer
November 23, 2021
A challenge was recently made by a group of parents to a California ethnic studies model curriculum that suggests students engage in an Aztec prayer.
Church and Schools - Universal Life Church
Football Coach to Appeal Ninth Circuit Decision Involving Prayer
December 7, 2021
A high school football coach vowed to appeal after the 9th Circuit upheld a decision to ban him from praying on the field at the end of games.
Tennessee Law Addresses School Bathrooms
June 19, 2021
A new Tennessee law prohibits transgender students and staff from using bathrooms or locker rooms that conform to their gender identity.
Religious Teacher Alleges Termination Due to Same-Sex Marriage
June 17, 2021
A teacher was offered a new contract in 2019 and then had the contract terminated later that year due to being in a same-sex marriage.
Category: LGBTQ and Law Church and schools
Alabama Considers Revising Yoga Ban
April 17, 2020
Since 1993, the state of Alabama has maintained a yoga ban in public schools, arguing it is a "Hindu philosophy" and a "method of religious training."
Florida Legislators Debate Proposal to Allow Pre-Game Prayers at Athletic Events
April 14, 2020
Lawmakers in Florida are currently considering a bill that would permit pre-game prayers at school-sponsored athletic events.
Federal Court Rules Against Praying Coach
April 3, 2020
A U.S. District Court judge ruled against a praying coach who received national attention when the coach’s school prohibited him from praying on the field.
Brigham Young University Reinstates Ban on Homosexual Behavior
March 31, 2020
Brigham Young University recently announced that homosexual behavior was no longer banned at the school, before the Mormon Church immediately backtracked.
Alabama Superintendent Defends School Baptisms
March 25, 2020
The Freedom From Religion Foundation is calling for an investigation after 26 Alabama high school football players participated in school baptisms.
Category: Church and schools
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Trump Administration Revises Prayer in Public School Guidance
March 10, 2020
The Trump administration announced that it updated federal guidance for public school prayer and other regulations designed to promote religious freedom.