School Prayer

School prayer, in the context of religious liberty, is state-sanctioned or mandatory prayer by students in public schools. Depending on the country and the ...

The ungodly motive behind Trump's 'school prayer' pledge

The Supreme Court ruled in 1962 that government-sponsored prayer in public schools violates the First Amendment. Is that what Trump wants to ...

School prayer in the United States - Wikipedia

School prayer in the United States if organized by the school is largely banned from public elementary, middle, and high schools by a series of Supreme ...

5 Catholic Prayers for Schools and Students - St. Agnes Academy

Prayer is an important part of a student's journey at a Catholic school. As students navigate the challenges of education, relationships, and self-discovery, ...

Prayer in Public Schools | The First Amendment Encyclopedia

Prayer at public school events can involve three clauses of the First Amendment: the establishment, the free exercise, and the free speech.

Background on School Prayer - Religious Action Center

Organized school prayer continues to be one of the most controversial issues in the U.S. today. Many people see organized prayer in schools as a necessary ...

Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer and Religious ...

The purpose of this updated guidance is to provide information on the current state of the law concerning religious expression in public schools.

Department of Education updates guidance on public school prayer

The new guidance comes a little less than a year after the U.S. Supreme Court loosened rules for teachers and staff praying while on the ...

School Prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance: Background - FindLaw

The Pledge of Allegiance and school prayer have been debated in America's public schools for decades. Both issues touch on students' constitutional rights.

Prayer and Proselytizing in School | American Civil Liberties Union

The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the ...

Trump pledges to bring back prayer in schools and offer 'school ...

Trump's 10-point plan echoes Project 2025 and fulfills a conservative wish list that includes dismantling the U.S. Department of Education.

Back to School Prayer for Children - Diocese of Saint Petersburg

As our students begin a new school year, I pray that you will keep them in your care. Send your Spirit to open their minds to all that is true and beautiful ...

Inside the Christian legal campaign to return prayer to public schools

A fight over prayer in schools in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, offers a glimpse into what more school districts around the country may face.

The Xavier School Prayer – Our History

We ask you to protect the students, faculty and staff at Xavier High School. Guide us to salvation by following the example of Jesus Christ, your Son.

Types of Prayer Banned in Public Schools - FindLaw

Explore the legal landscape of prayer in public schools. Understand key Supreme Court rulings and how they affect religious freedom in this ...

School Prayer - Fr. Tolton Catholic High School

Each morning we start the day with our school prayer: God our Father, we offer You all of our prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day.

Prayers for Schools - Pray For Schools

From teaching staff to vulnerable children, seven short prayers for schools. Father, please pour out Your blessings upon our whole school community.

Special Prayers for Back to School | Churches for the Sake of Others

Feel free to use them at home and as collects in your church service. A PRAYER FOR CHILDREN GOING TO SCHOOL. Dear Jesus, you who promise to be ...

School Prayer - Saint Andrew's School, Boca Raton, Florida

Almighty God, eternal Word, Lord of all your creatures, look with pleasure on this your work: this school, its students, staff, and teachers.

The Battle over School Prayer - University Press of Kansas

Winner: Langum PrizeWinner: Alpha Sigma Nu Book AwardIt has become known to many as the moment when the U.S. Supreme Court kicked God out of the public ...