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Texas school board to vote on required Bible readings in public education
By ABC13 Houston
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
The Texas board of education is set to vote on a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes stories and passages from the Bible.
Why this matters in Willis
For students in the Willis Independent School District, a decision by the Texas board of education to include Bible readings in the required curriculum could have a significant impact on their educational experience. As a part of the larger Houston metro area, Willis ISD students already face a diverse range of perspectives and beliefs, and the introduction of Bible readings could add a new layer of complexity to the district's approach to teaching religion and culture. The Montgomery County community, which includes Willis, will likely be watching this vote closely, as it could influence the way local schools balance academic and religious instruction. With over 5 million public school students potentially affected by this decision, the outcome of the vote will be closely watched by parents, educators, and community leaders in Willis and across Montgomery County.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
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