Joel Penton, founder and CEO of LifeWise Academy, told Fox News Digital that "children felt like they were being told they had to hide their faith when they were told they had to put their Bibles and things in envelopes as though it was something to be ashamed of, and I know that was very hurtful as well." 

According to an announcement by LifeWise Academy that offers a Bible-based character education program for students in the Everett School District, the agreement requires the district's Board of Directors to undergo religious liberty training, make changes to district policies governing religious activities, issue a public written apology on the district's website visible for six months, and pay $275,000 in attorney's fees.

"This settlement is a welcome victory for Everett families who simply want the freedom to choose Bible education for their children," Penton said. "Parents and students deserve to be treated with respect, regardless of their religious beliefs. We appreciate the district's commitment to equal treatment and its agreement to issue a public apology. We look forward to moving ahead and continuing to serve the Everett community with Bible-based character education during school hours."... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

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