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Education board to consider adding more Bible stories, change history lessons
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jaden Edison and The Texas Tribune , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This development may impact the curriculum for students in the state, including those in the West Lake Hills area.
Texas education officials are reviewing potential changes to social studies and reading classes. The proposed updates may lead to a reduced focus on racial, geographic, and cultural diversity. Instead, the changes could place greater emphasis on Bible stories.
This development may impact the curriculum for students in the state, including those in the West Lake Hills area. Further details about the proposed changes are available from the source, including the education board's consideration of these updates.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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