Is it illegal to preach religion at a public school? Like say a teacher brings in the bible for his or her class of like 7th graders, and tells everyone, "If you're not a Christian you'll burn in hell." "God will only love you if you're baptized." "All non-Christians are creations of Satan." Stuff like that. Is it illegal for a public school in like the suburbs of Chicago for a teacher to do that? Thanks!
2007-09-06 11:31:58 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
If it is public school it is definitely an issue. The separation of church and states protects people from being harassed in this manner. Since all schools are government funded, this also applies to teachers. I would recommend speaking with your classmates about lodging a formal complaint with your principal. If the whole class tells him what happened it will be more believable. If you are scared to do this, record it with an Ipod, cell phone, something, and submit it to your principal anonymously.
2007-09-06 11:41:18 · answer #1 · answered by Rebekah B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not so much as illegal since there is this thing called FREEDOM OF SPEECH, but if the class is not a Religious class I think it's unethical and someone should say something to this teacher. She can bring her bible and her cross or whatever but can't preach to children if the class has nothing to relate to it.
2007-09-06 18:43:58 · answer #2 · answered by ~*Zana*~ 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hell, yeah! It's illegal for them to even MENTION religious teachings, unless they're a valid part of a lesson -- and sometimes not even then. But to preach at you about baptism and going to hell is illegal in many ways. Talk to your parents and the school principal about it.
2007-09-06 19:12:44 · answer #3 · answered by Hillary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is illegal to preach religion in a public school.
2007-09-06 18:39:53 · answer #4 · answered by darylsgirl1114 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In a public school, I would say illegal. There is a separation of church and state. Not to mention, it is extremely intolerant to say the least.
For anyone out there who wants to get their panties in a bunch over anyone thinking like I do, just replace "Jesus" or "God" or "Christian" with things like: "Allah" "Islam" "Wicca" "Satan" "Satanist" "insert favorite hated or misunderstood religion here" and see how you would feel in that case.
The teacher should be reported.
2007-09-06 18:41:14 · answer #5 · answered by Jareth's Trousers 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. If you want a shocking reaction from the public, get someone to record his/her antics on a cell phone camera, then post it on YouTube and Break. Email everyone you know, and ask them to look at it. Be sure to send one to the ACLU. It will cause a stir....
2007-09-06 18:37:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is. If someone is doing that, you should have your parents contact the school board and/or the principal. He should not be preaching on the taxpayer's dollar.
2007-09-06 18:36:37 · answer #7 · answered by Lydia H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have to go with yes.
2007-09-06 18:42:43 · answer #8 · answered by msi_cord 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋