Canyon ISD Reinstates Bible in School Libraries

The Canyon Independent School District (CISD) in Texas has reinstated the Bible in its libraries after initially removing it to comply with House Bill 900, a law aimed at banning 'sexually explicit' material in schools. This decision sparked significant backlash from parents and state lawmakers, particularly from Rep. Jared Patterson, who clarified that the law protects religious texts, including the Bible. Superintendent Dr. Darryl Flusche had initially stated that the full text of the Bible was considered inappropriate under the new regulations, prompting outrage among parents who felt the Bible's value was being dismissed. Following the backlash and further clarification from Patterson, CISD reversed its decision and confirmed that the Bible would be available in schools again. The controversy highlighted the challenges school districts face in interpreting new legislative guidelines while balancing community values and educational resources.