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Texas education board approves new standards, adds Bible passages to required reading list
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· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Texas State Board of Education has approved new standards for education.
Changes are coming to the curriculum for Texas public school students. The Texas State Board of Education has approved new standards for education. As a result of this decision, the education landscape in Texas will be altered.
The changes include additions to the required reading list, with Bible passages being added. Further details about the changes can be found through local news sources, such as CBS Austin. Residents of West Lake Hills can look to these sources for more information on how the new standards will affect local students.
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Category: government Published: June 27, 2026 Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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