COLUMBUS, Ohio-Over 150 people submitted testimony opposing a bill that would require school districts to allow students to leave school for religious instruction. Opponents argued that such programs disrupt the school day, create divisions between participating and non-participating students, and infringe on religious freedom. Rev. Vicki Zust, rector of Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church, expressed concern about the impact on children who choose not to participate in these religious release time programs.
Ohio educators, parents and religious leaders testify against religious release time bill
