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San Angelo ISD Board Votes Against Mandatory Religious Prayer Policy

KTSM••Aaron McGuire
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The San Angelo Independent School District (SAISD) Board made a unanimous decision on February 16 to reject a proposed policy that would have mandated a designated time for prayer and reading of religious texts across all campuses. This decision reflects the board's stance on maintaining a separation between school activities and religious practices. The outcome is significant as it underscores ongoing debates regarding religious expression in public schools. Parents and students within the district will not be required to participate in religious activities during school hours.

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