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Can a teacher talk about their religious views in class?

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Teachers are not supposed to talk to kids about their religious beliefs for the same reason they are not supposed to talk to kids about their political beliefs. The class should be a neutral environment where kids will not feel inhibited by awareness of the teacher's bias. read more

A teacher may also choose to answer questions about her personal religious viewpoint by engaging in a two-part answer. The teacher could say: “A Christian believes” and then she may follow-up that comment, if asked, by telling the class that she is a Christian. read more

Teachers also should not have a Bible or other religious texts on their desks in the classroom. [20] University and College Professors. Professors at public universities and colleges generally have more freedom in expressing their religious beliefs than public elementary and secondary school teachers. read more

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