Permissable Religious Expression
 in Public Schools
 
Recently , a federal judge took the unusual step of ordering teachers and administrators in Dekalb County, Ala., to aattend training seminars on permissable religious expression in public schools.
 
Ever since the Supreme Court outlawed organized school prayer in the 1960s, students, parents, teachers and adminastrators have often been confused over what kind of religious activity is and is not permitted on school grounds.
 
Two years ago, the Clinton administration issued guidelines to help clear up the issue:
 
Students may...
 
- Pray either individually or in groups, at any time if they are not disruptive.
 - Say grace before meals.
 - Distribute religeous literature on school grounds but may be restricted on times, places and manner of such efforts.
 - Wear T-shirts with religious messages if T-shirts with other messages are permitted.
 - Form a club to pray, worship, or read the Bible if the school accommodates other clubs.
 - However, prayers organized or endorsed by teachers or school administrators are strictly forbidden.
 
Source: American Center for Law and Justice/ Associated Press 
 
RESOURCES
 
These organizations offer publications outlining the legal rights of Christian students in the public schools
 
 - The American Center for Law and JusticeWe're concerned about Religious Liberty; 
We're concerned about the Unborn Child; And we want to protect Your Family and Your Family's Rights. 
So enjoy our web page here at the ACLJ, and stand with us, as we stand for Liberty."
 
 - Family Research Council  Family Research Council strongly encourages citizens to educate themselves on public issues. The Council also encourages citizens to educate their representatives about the pro-family agenda, both nationally and on the local level. 
 
 - The Rutherford Institute is an international, nonprofit, legal and educational organization that specializes in the defense of civil liberties and human rights.