CV NEWS FEED // Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has announced a new initiative to incorporate foundational texts, including the Bible and the Ten Commandments, into public schools’ curricula.
Effective immediately, all Oklahoma schools are required to integrate the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, as instructional support in curricula across designated grade levels.
Tahlequah Daily Press reported that in a press release from Walters’ office, it was stated that the Bible, along with the Ten Commandments, is among the most historically significant works and a fundamental pillar of Western civilization.
The press release went on to state that the texts will be referenced for their relevance to the study of history, civilization, ethics, comparative religion, and their profound influence on the nation’s founders and the core principles of the U.S. Constitution.
“The Bible is an indispensable historical and cultural touchstone,” Walters said. “Without basic knowledge of it, Oklahoma students are unable to properly contextualize the foundation of our nation.”
Walters continued, “This is not merely an educational directive but a crucial step in ensuring our students grasp the core values and historical context of our country.”
