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Less than a month before Oklahoma school districts begin classes, state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters on Wednesday issued guidance for how they might incorporate his directive, issued in late June, that the Bible be taught in every classroom. “Immediate and complete implementation of these guidelines for the 2024-2025 school year is required,” Walters said in a memo sent to district superintendents. “This memorandum and the included standards must be provided to every teacher as well as providing a physical copy of the Bible, the United States Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and the Ten Commandments as resources in every classroom in the school district. These documents are mandatory for the holistic education of students in Oklahoma.” But despite Walters’ demand, the list of large districts that have publicly said they won’t be altering their curriculum despite the directive has grown to at least eight. Piedmont Public Schools, in a letter to parents, said it adheres to the current set of Oklahoma State Academic Standards, which “acknowledge the significant influence of various religions in world history and culture.” Less than a month before most Oklahoma school districts begin classes for the 2024-25 school year, state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters has […]