Texas to correct errors in Bible-infused curriculum

February 28, 2026 - 03:35

The Texas State Board of Education has voted to approve a series of corrections to a Bible-infused elementary school curriculum currently offered in dozens of districts across the state. The action comes after educators identified numerous factual and typographical errors during the program's first year of use.

The curriculum, known as "HBL," integrates biblical references and stories into lessons for subjects like reading and social studies. While popular in many schools, it faced criticism for historical inaccuracies and mistakes that teachers were compelled to address in the classroom. The approved revisions aim to fix these specific errors, though the fundamental integration of religious material remains unchanged.

State education officials emphasized that the review and correction process is standard for new instructional materials. Proponents of the curriculum argue it provides a valuable option for districts seeking to offer a classical education. The board's decision focuses solely on amending the verified inaccuracies without altering the program's core content or its optional status for school districts. The updates will be implemented for the upcoming school year.