Great Expectations
Coverage of Great Expectations in the Nexus archive.
- Texas Board of Education approves required reading list with Bible passages for 5 million students
The Texas State Board of Education approved a required reading list for 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages alongside works like Charles Dickens' 'Great Expectations'. The 9-5 vote with one abstention sparked debate, with critics arguing it promotes Christianity over religious diversity and supporters claiming it reflects Judeo-Christian traditions foundational to the nation. The list will take effect in the 2030-31 school year for elementary students.
- Texas school board to vote on required Bible readings in public education
The Texas State Board of Education will vote on a proposed reading list requiring Bible passages alongside works like 'Great Expectations' for public school students, with the policy set to take effect in 2030 if approved. Critics argue the list lacks diversity and violates church-state separation, while supporters claim it reflects Christian values foundational to American history.