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More Bible stories in public schools, changes to history lessons before Texas education board today
By Texas Tribune, Jaden Edison at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible. The State Board of Education has two pivotal votes slated for this week that would usher in these changes: one on a rewrite of Texas’ social studi...
Key takeaway The State Board of Education has two pivotal votes slated for this week that would usher in these changes: one on a rewrite of Texas’ social studi...
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The proposed changes to Texas' social studies and reading lessons have significant implications for students in Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio area. By minimizing racial, geographic, and cultural diversity, these changes could limit students' understanding of the complex cultural landscape of Bexar County, where diverse communities have long contributed to the region's rich history and heritage. The elimination of the sixth-grade world cultures course and the de-emphasis on world history outside of European tradition may also leave students in Terrell Hills less prepared to engage with the global economy and diverse populations that are increasingly present in the San Antonio area. As the State Board of Education prepares to vote on these changes, residents of Terrell Hills should consider how these revisions may impact the quality and relevance of education for local students, and whether they align with the values of diversity and inclusivity that are essential to the community's prosperity.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible. The State Board of Education has two pivotal votes slated for this week that would usher in these changes: one on a rewrite of Texas’ social studi...
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