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Speakers say Bible can be referenced academically in Deer Creek classrooms; stress sensitivity and existing access
Summary
Participants said religious content is already part of teaching history and literature, emphasized that specific religious instruction should be avoided in public schools, and noted students already have electronic access to Bibles on district devices; no curriculum changes were proposed.
Speakers addressed whether the Bible should be used or taught in Deer Creek public schools, saying religious texts appear in academic contexts but that public classrooms must handle the topic with sensitivity.
"As a believer, I don't see the Bible as a negative, but I think in a public school setting, it is very important to be respectful of all faiths," said Commenter 1.…
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