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School board approves third-grade Bible release time at Linden Elementary
Summary
The Russell County School Board voted to approve a Bible release time program for third graders at Linden Elementary. The program was presented by the superintendent and approved by voice vote after a motion from Board member Gibson.
The Russell County School Board approved a proposal to include a Bible release time program for third-grade students at Linden Elementary School during its regular meeting.
"The 1st 1 is to request the approval to include Bible release time program for the 3rd grade at Linden Elementary School," Doctor ****** said when introducing the agenda item. Mister Gibson moved to approve the program; the motion was seconded and carried on a voice vote.
Board materials and the superintendent's remarks indicate the approval was to add the program to the school's schedule; the board did not spell out details of frequency, parental opt-in procedures, or staffing during the public motion. The board did not record a roll-call vote; members responded verbally when asked if they were in favor.
The board discussed several other business items after the approval and scheduled the next regular meeting for Sept. 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
