Can creationism be taught in a public school?
No. Creationism has no scientific basis and represents an explicit promotion of the Judeo-Christian theory of the creation of man. Any teaching of creationism, therefore, violates the religious liberty of students. Creationism may be discussed in a social studies class, but may not be presented as scientific fact. Are religious clubs allowed? If a school allows any kind of non-curricular club to meet on school grounds, then it must allow a religious club to use the facilities as well. Teachers and administrative officials must stay out of club activities, except for monitoring for acceptable behavior of all students. During graduation can a clergy member or student lead a prayer? No. The U.S. Supreme Court has explicitly banned prayer at graduation services and at other schools events by teachers, administrators and students where it is clear that the prayer is endorsed or supported by school officials. Examples of endorsement include the use of a public address system or the specific
