Religious Clubs in Public Schools "Thriving"
The Miami Herald ran a story today that serves as a good reminder that, in fact, God is *not* being taken out of the public school. There have never been more religious clubs, meeting during school, on school grounds, than there are today.
After years of arguments, court battles, appeals and final rulings, Christian clubs like the one Jones leads are no longer considered taboo on public school campuses. In fact, they are thriving nationwide and locally, with an estimated 80 in South Florida -- and more on the way.The First Amendment Center has published religious club guidelines that were endorsed by many religious organizations including the Baptist Joint Committee, which also contributed to the Frequently Asked Questions section.
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A 1984 law, the Equal Access Act, requires that if schools allow any student-initiated club to meet when class isn't in session, they must open the door for all groups. They must be voluntary, student-led and follow district club rules.