social studies curriculum
Coverage of social studies curriculum in the Nexus archive.
- Texas State Board of Education votes to add Christian texts to list of required reading materials
The Texas State Board of Education has voted to include Christian texts as required reading and is considering curriculum changes to prioritize Texas and U.S. history over world history in social studies classes.
- 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.
- All public schools should be making their curricula transparent
Parents in Philadelphia faced barriers accessing their children's social studies curriculum due to district restrictions. A teacher eventually shared the materials, but only under specific conditions.