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Outrage over Qurans and Hijabs at Texas school ignites Bible revival outside campus gates

A controversy erupted at Wylie East High School in Texas after a 'Why Islam?' table distributed Qurans, pamphlets about Sharia law and hijabs on campus in February. School officials later said the materials were not reviewed or approved in advance and called the incident a violation of district policy, citing a procedural breakdown. The principal apologized to families, saying mistakes were made under her leadership.

In response, a group of parents, students and local activists organized a Bible distribution outside the school grounds. The event, led by a local radio host and supported by a student who had spoken publicly about the earlier display, drew a crowd and resulted in hundreds of Bibles being handed out. Organizers said they aimed to follow district rules by remaining off campus while sharing their faith.

The district reiterated that it does not allow the distribution of religious materials to students on school property and said security procedures had been followed, though staff failed to verify required documentation for the initial visit. A staff member was placed on leave after the February incident and has since returned to work. The episode has sparked broader debate in the community over religious expression, school policy and equal treatment of different faiths.

Original article source: https://www.foxnews.com/media/outrage-qurans-hijabs-texas-school-ignites-bible-revival-outside-campus-gates
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