In Texas, the State Board of Education is facing significant scrutiny as it prepares to vote on a new curriculum that has been criticized for its treatment of sensitive topics such as slavery and racism. Parents and historians have raised concerns that the curriculum glosses over these issues. Additionally, the board is considering the integration of Bible stories into public school lessons, which has sparked a debate over the role of religion in education. Supporters argue that it is a step in the right direction, while critics worry about the implications for educational impartiality. The vote on these new developments, including the first state-developed textbooks and the controversial Bible-filled curriculum, is scheduled for next week.