Some Texas school officials are skeptical that a K-12 curriculum with Christian influences is the lifeline state leaders promise

Texas education leaders have proposed a new K-12 curriculum that could fetch more funding for school districts that adopt it. But not all local leaders and education advocates are convinced it'll achieve what state officials say. (Credit: Miguel Gutierrez Jr./The Texas Tribune)

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Texas education officials and Republican lawmakers say proposed elementary school lessons that incorporate extensive biblical references will boost student achievement and save teachers time from developing their own curriculum.